Venue:

Farmoor Reservoir, nestled in the picturesque Oxfordshire countryside, provides a stunning backdrop for this thrilling season opener. Its calm waters and scenic surroundings offer a challenging yet rewarding course for paddlers of all levels. The venue also offers plenty of on-site facilities and a cafe based in the sailing club.

Event:

The Super 8 kicks off the 2025 season as the first round of the Black Project GBSUP National Paddle Racing Series. This exciting event features competitive and Novice races in a distance format with a unique figure-of-eight course. To add an extra layer of excitement for both paddlers and fans, a thrilling "super lap" will challenge even the most seasoned competitors.

Host:

This exciting season opener is brought to you by Oxford SUP Club, a vibrant community dedicated to fostering the growth of stand-up paddleboarding in Oxfordshire. With years of experience organizing local events and a passion for all things SUP, Oxford SUP Club is thrilled to host The Super 8 and create a fantastic experience for paddlers and spectators alike.

Events and Activities:

• Competitive Fleets:

  • 14' Hardboard - 14km Distance Race with a Super Lap

  • 14' iSUP & Starboard Airline Cup - 14km Distance Race with a Super Lap

  • Juniors - Up to 7km Distance Race with a Super Lap (U17 & U14)

  Novice Fleets:

  • Challenge Tour - 7km Distance Race with a Super Lap

  • Novice Juniors - Fun races and SUP games (Ages 8 and up)

  • Adult Novice 1km - 1km Super Lap

Fleet Notes:

• The Starboard Airline Cup competes as part of the 14' iSUP fleet.

• 14' Hardboard Age Groups and Juniors (U17 & U14) ages are classified by your age at the start of the year (01/01/2025)

• Upon completing registration, you will receive your Event Pack, which includes details on the venue and facilities, provisional timings, and registration details for the media platforms we will use throughout the event.

• Your Race and Activity pack will contain full event timings, start sequence, procedures, and further details on any event-specific requirements closer to the event date.

Timings:

• Site opens: 08:00

• Kit drop: 08:00-08:45

• Registration: 08:30-09:30

• Novice Junior Activities: 09:30-10:15

• Novice 1km: 10:30-11:30

• Challenge Tour: 11:15-12:30

• Competitive Event: 13:30-16:00

• Event Ceremony: 16:45

• Event Close: 17:00

Accommodation:

• Camping

  • Nearest - Valley Farm Campsite - ½ mile from the venue (camping and motorhomes)

• Alternatives

  • The Bear & Ragged Staff

  • Premier Inn - Oxford Botley

  • Travelodge - Oxford Peartree

Tickets and Registration:

Your ticket gives you entry to the event for the specified time and activities. Upon registration, you must choose your fleet or activity and complete the relevant details.

Follow the link to registration on our Webscorer page.

Prices:

Competitive Fleets (14' HB, iSUP and Starboard Airline Cup) - £45

Junior Competitors - £35

Challenge Tour - £35

Novice Juniors - £10

Adult Novice 1km - £10