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 The inaugural "Malaysia International Kayak Endurance 2007"
Race (aka MIKE 07) takes place from 24-30 August 2007.
While the race is primarily aimed at Sea Kayaks, the organizers
have confirmed that Surf Skis will be allowed to participate.
Race Details
The race takes place in five stages, totaling 146.8km.
 MIKE 07 - Course Map
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Stage
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Route
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Distance (km)
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1
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Dataran Lang to Kuala Perlis Jetty
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35.4
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2
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Batu Feringgi to Bagan Ajam
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18.3
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3
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Lumut via Pangkor Island to Teluk Batik
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26.1
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4
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Bagan Lalang to Teluk Kemang
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25.0
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5
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Putrajaya Lake (3 laps)
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42.0
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Total:
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146.8
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The first four stages take place on the ocean with typical
weather conditions that include:
- Temperature: 24-33C
- Wind: NE 20-30km/h
- Wave height: 1-1.5m
The final stage takes place on an inland lake - same temperature, but hardly any wind, and definitely no waves.
Interestingly most of the stages do not go downwind - they're
either upwind or across wind - which will make this race extremely challenging. The final day's 42km on flat water will
present a challenge all of its own...
Race Cost
The entry fee of $500 includes full board & lodging for
the duration of the race in 3-4 star hotels & resorts and transport between
race venues. Sounds like unbelievable
value.
Sea Kayaks can even be rented - at $10/day for K1, $15/day
for K2.
Click here for a detailed brochure.
Click here for the race website
Race coverage
We're looking for someone to write up the story - this is a
race I intend to do one day, but not this year!
Any volunteers?!
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