Race rules

Every participant in the Cesky Krumlov River Marathon (the Event) is required to read and comply with the Rules and Race Instructions published at www.krumlovskymaraton.com.

Race rules for all competitors

  • Carbon helmets must not be used because the timing chip cannot be read through them.
  • All competitors start at their own risk. They must be good swimmers and in good health condition.
  • Mandatory paddling equipment is checked on the course. Every competitor must wear a helmet and a buoyancy aid throughout the race.
  • Video judges are present at every start. In the event of a rule breach, a competitor may also be disqualified later based on video footage.
  • Animals such as dogs or cats are not allowed on race boats.
  • It is forbidden to take part in the race under the influence of alcohol or other intoxicating substances.
  • Judges are present along the course. Based on photographic documentation, competitors may be disqualified, including retrospectively, if they fail to follow the rules, especially the mandatory paddling equipment rule. If one or more crew members breach this rule, the whole crew will be disqualified.
  • Competitors must start from the correct starting location according to their year of birth: Vyssi Brod, Rozmberk nad Vltavou or Na Piskarne campsite (youth competitors and RAFT OPEN), as stated in the race instructions.
  • Competitors must start from the correct starting wave according to their category.
  • Each competitor takes part in the Cesky Krumlov River Marathon (KVM) of their own free will, exclusively at their own responsibility and risk, and accepts all responsibility arising from this decision.
  • Each competitor acknowledges that they are responsible for the condition of their sports gear and equipment.
  • Each race participant acknowledges that accident insurance related to their participation in KVM is not automatically included in the registration.

BREACHING the rules above will result in disqualification.

Notice:

  • An early start will be penalized by 15 minutes (applies to all starting locations and waves).
  • the organizer sends out a “safety boat” that monitors the correct running of the race and is ready to help if needed.
  • The safety boat passage times set by the organizer are:
    • Vyssi Brod: immediately after the last competitor
    • Rozmberk nad Vltavou (stone bridge): 12:40
    • Zaton (road bridge): 14:20
    • Piskarna (portage/run section): 14:50
    • Vetrni (sluice): 15:30
    • Rechle (wooden bridge): 16:10
    • Finish: 16:40
  • If this boat overtakes you or your crew, you must hand in your start number and your deposit will be returned. From that moment you are no longer participants in the race and the organizer no longer bears responsibility for you. In the results list you will be recorded without a finish time, as DNF.
  • If you have to abandon the race for safety reasons (medical, technical, etc.) and this happens in the presence of the organizer (rescue teams at weirs or people marked STAFF), report it to them. Hand in your start number to the finish judge in the finish line and your deposit will be returned there.
  • If you are transported by ambulance, your support person (friend, parent, coach, etc.) may hand in your start number at the finish line and the deposit will be returned to them.
  • On race day, almost 80 members of the Czech integrated rescue system, including firefighters, rescuers and doctors, work along the course. If you need help, contact any of them.

Additional information and recommendations:

  • During the race there is an increased flow in the Vltava River, approx. 20 m3/sec.
  • We recommend a kick-up rudder for racing boats.
  • Every craft should be secured against sinking.
  • Pumps may be used in boats, including electric pumps.
  • The start-number sticker should be placed on the left side of the bow of the kayak or canoe.
  • The time limit for reaching the finish is 16:30.
  • The organizer reserves the right to change the rules.