Canoe marathon
Canoe marathon is a paddling sport in which athletes paddle a kayak (double-bladed paddle) or canoe (single-bladed paddle) over a long distance to the finish line. The International Canoe Federation states standard distance races are at least 10 kilometres (6.2 mi) without an upper limit, while short distance races are between 3.4 kilometres (2.1 mi), and 10 kilometres (6.2 mi). Many events are raced down sections of river, including currents or portages around obstacles. Some events attract thousands of competitors and are staged over several days.
Marathon canoeists at the "Classique internationale de canots de la Mauricie" | |
| Highest governing body | International Canoe Federation |
|---|---|
| Characteristics | |
| Contact | No |
| Equipment | Canoe, paddles |
| Presence | |
| Country or region | Worldwide |
| Olympic | No |
| World Games | 2013 |
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