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Saturday, July 28th @ Leadbetter Beach

STATE SPRITS

Consumption of alcohol outside of the designated beer garden is

not permitted.We want everyone to have a great time at State Sprints. If you plan on drinking, please drink responsibly and make sure it’s done in the designated beer garden. Like all races, our ability to continue hosting this event at Leadbetter is dependant on everyone following the rules…most importantly this one.

Mahalo for your cooperation.

-SBOCC

First...

Second...Clubs are responsible for unloading their own canoes. Coaches – Please make sure your paddlers are present

when your canoes are ready to be unloaded.

Santa Barbara Outrigger Canoe Club, in conjunction with the Southern California Outrigger Racing Association, welcomes you to:

2012 California Outrigger State Sprint Championships

Friday, July 27th – Sunday, July 28TH

@ Leadbetter Beach – Santa Barbara, California

First and foremost, we are proud to recognize our sponsors without which this race would not be possible. A big mahalo goes out to:

Friday, July 27th - Leadbetter Beach (Day Before)

SBOCC Paddler Pasta Feed (6:00 – 8:00pm)Get into town early and head on down to Leadbetter Beach for SBOCC’s traditional Paddler Pasta Feed. Only $5 a plate! True oceanfront dining at it’s finest.

Early Bird Shirt Sale -7:00pmEh, no chance’em….come down the night before and get your 2012 California Outrigger State Sprint Championship t-shirt and sweatshirt. It wouldn’t be a State Sprints without a killer shirt designed by local artist and fellow paddler, Rick Garcia. This years Rick has outdone himself by designing an amazing piece of art for our race shirt. Women’s and Men’s t-shirts will be available in all sizes…until they sell out.

Saturday July 28th - Leadbetter Beach (Day Of)

Schedule of Events:Times are subject to change – Listen for announcements and make sure you are checking the schedule on the day of the event.

6:00am – 7:30am Unload canoes and registration

8:00am

OC-1 and Keiki Races Begin (run on different courses) 12 & Under 14 & Under 16 & Under 19 & Under

9:50amNovice Qualifiers Novice Women Novice Men

10:50am

Masters, Senior Masters, and Golden Masters Qualifiers Masters Women Masters Men Sr. Masters Women Sr. Masters Men Golden Masters Races

11:35am Keiki Awards Presentation

12:00pm Lunch Break

1:10pmOpen Qualifiers Open Women Open Men

2:10pm

Final Heats Novice Finals Masters, Senior Masters, Golden Masters Finals Open “B” Finals Open “A” Finals

3:15pm Pau!

3:30pm Awards Ceremony

4:00pm Beach Party! (The Gawd Damned Band, beer, dogs, and fun)

8:00pm After Party! (MORE music, beer, and fun) @ Sharkeez. 525 State Street

Sunday July 29th - West Beach (Day After)

9th Annual Fog Chaser RaceGet wet one more time in SB before you hit the road. Sign up for the 9th Annual Fog Chaser Race at West Beach – Next to the Sea Landing. A fun 5 mile short course race. Personal water crafts welcomed – OC1, OC2, Paddleboard, SUPs, Surfski. Registration begins at 9:00am. Race begins at 10:00am.

Special Keiki Course – 9:30am start, 1 mile, 14 and under

Pre-register ($15) by Mail to:SBOCC c/o Juliet Jones, 6 Harbor Way #217, SB, CA 93109 or Register race day for $20.

**Life Jacket and Leash Required****We reserve the right to restrict who participates**

Get info at SBOCC.org or Contact Juliet Jones (jewelsjones@gmail.com) with any questions. Race DetailsRace Format InformationOC-1 events and Keiki divisions, 12&Under and 14&Under will be a 500 meter straight course. The 16&Under and 19&Under will compete on a 1000 meter course with 1 flag turn.

Qualifying Heats will be a 1000 meter course with 1 flag turn for Novice, Open, and all Master Divisions. There will be no COED divisions.

Novice Finals will race a 1000 meter course with 1 flag turn.

Open and Master divisions will race a 2000 meter course with 3 flag turns.

Note to CoachesMaster divisions race format are subject to change depending on the number of entries, thus a qualifying heat may be treated as a final. Multiple entries are allowed for all junior age groups only, with points awarded to official crews only (i.e. teams that only race once and follow gender/age classifications).

Da Rules...Leadbetter Beach Site Rules and Regulations

Paddlers and Coaches: Please be considerate and respectful of the following rules and regulations for our race site. Like all races, our ability to continue hosting this event at Leadbetter is dependant on everyone following the rules…even you OLD BUGGAHS!

* NO camping or overnight campers permitted at Leadbetter Beach* NO club setup on the grass area* NO BBQs permitted* NO Dogs on the beach (grass area is ok)* Absolutely NO alcohol permitted except within designated Beer Garden!!!

DirectionsComing from the North: 101 Freeway to Santa Barbara. Take the Castillo St. exit. Turn right on Castillo St. heading toward the ocean. Turn right on Cabrillo Blvd. Travel approximately .5 miles to Leadbetter Beach parking lot (on left).

Coming from the South: 101 Freeway to Santa Barbara. Take Garden St. exit. Turn left on Garden St. Turn right on Cabrillo Blvd., continue along the waterfront for approximately 2 miles to Leadbetter Beach parking lot (on left).

SWIM BUOY LINE

NO CANOES IN THIS AREA

OC-6STAGING

OC-1STAGING

EVENT LAWN

ParkingParking is available for all vehicles (except trailers) at Leadbetter Beach parking lot.

Trailer Parking: SB Waterfront Parking Department requires all trailers to park across the street at the SB City College Parking lot after unloading. NO EXCEPTIONS. You will be ticketed if your trailer is left in the Leadbetter Beach parking lot.

Parking Fees: $9 per day per parking stall (drivers of canoe trailers should expect to pay for 2-3 stalls for your towing vehicle and trailer as prescribed by the SB Waterfront Parking regulations.

AccommodationsMake your reservations now as Santa Barbara is a popular destination during this time of year. However given the current market you should be able to find a great deal!

Your best option will be to contact Hot Spots (free service) 805-564-1637. They can find you the best availability at the lowest rate. Let her know you

are coming up for SBOCC’s State Sprints.

RaffleWant to go home with a new surfboard? How about condo accommodations in Mexico or Tahoe? Tickets from Southwest Airlines? Bring some cash because our 31st State Sprints raffle is shaping up to be the best yet! Through the generosity of our sponsors we are bringing you the most loaded raffle in our races history.

Further InformationStill get questions?...Contact Susan Blizard, State Sprints Race Queen, at StateSprints@gmail.com or try call (805) 453-6731.

…Ono Grindz Ariel Catering & Events will be providing broke da mouth grinds for both breakfast and lunch.

Breakfast: Egg, Potato, Cheese and Salsa Breakfast Burritos. $5 – whole. Additionally, for those looking for lighter fare, SBOCC will also be providing fruits, various baked goods, and coffee for purchase .

Lunch: Pulled BBQ Chicken Sandwich w/ Ranch Beans, Cole Slaw, and Pasta Salad. $8 – Plate.

…Live Music at the BeachAs always the beach will be rockin’ with great music. We really scored BIG with this year’s band! SBOCC is proud to have The GAWD DAMNED BAND. They will be owning the stage pumping out your favorite rock covers and if we’re lucky some of their originals!

…Hot Dogs in the Beer GardenNothing says “elite athlete” like hot dogs. Save the post race Cliff bars for 9-Man season. SBOCC will be offering up New Belgium’s finest along with delicious dogs.

…After Race Party- SAME BAR *NEW LOCATION* Sharkeez’s is now located one block up from previous yrs @ 525

State Street

The fun doesn’t stop when we leave the beach. Head on over to the Sharkeez for the 2012 State Sprints After Party , Sharkeez offers ono grinds, killer tunes, and DA BEST drinks. There are other after parties…but there’s only one State Sprints After Party.

***Get there before 10pm to avoid a cover charge.***

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PAU!