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the semis and finals . Thrills and spills ensued , with some amazingly tight and fiercely competitive racing throughout . This was drawing the crowds for sure ! Results were crunched throughout ( thanks , Steph and Paul !), and finals were fought to end the weekend with medals for the kayak cross , presented overall by PeakUK ’ s own Pete Astles .
One of the best things to see from the whole weekend ( although there were so many ) was that the J12 ( under 12 s ) category was the biggest of all . What a promising future – and I guess it means the Peak Challenge is back for a new generation !
HUGE THANKS
Fantastic work , and huge thanks to all who came , paddled , supported and volunteered . The pictures and results show most of the story , but the memories from the shared paddling , friendships , meetings and cheers will ensure it ’ s back again next year .
Special thanks to Cromford Mills and Manor Adventure Willersley Castle for making the event possible , Swadlincote Ski Slope for the kayak crossstart ramp , Peak UK , Pyranha , P & H , Ainsworth and Dagger for all of the kayaks and equipment , Plas Y Brenin for rescue skills , all of the tireless volunteers , instructors , and caterers , Thornbridge Brewery for the cool refreshments , and last but not least , everyone who came along and joined the fun . Well done .
Paddle Peak is a local charity and club that cleans and cares for the River Derwent and takes local youngsters kayaking . For more information , check their Facebook Page and website : www . paddlepeak . org
OVERALL RESULTS :
J12 1 . Eli Hill – Paddle Peak . 2 . Heather Longhurst – Cheltenham CC 3 . Bodie Ramsdale – Paddle Peak
J18 1 . Ava Hayden – Break Out Canoe Unit 2 . Harvey Reeves – Break Out Canoe Unit 3 . Adam Rose – Break Out Canoe Unit
Senior Mens 1 . Jamie Christie – Break Out Canoe Unit 2 . Paul Ramsdale – Paddle Peak 3 . Mark Proctor – Paddle Peak
Senior Womens 1 . Gracie Gormal – Pinkston Panthers 2 . Alison Longhurst – Cheltenham CC 3 . Molly Walker – Pleasley CC