There are currently two divisions at the AWKR. The fleet is split based on Performance Handicap (PHS) which is determined by an unbiased non-RMYS handicapper. Generally speaking the longer boats are in Division 1 and the smaller boats in Division 2.
Lunch can usually be purchased from the Olympic Bar. This usually constitutes a sandwich roll or similar. There are also many cafes in close vicinity to the clubhouse.
Contact us or list your name on the AWKR Crew Noticeboard. We will do our best to find you a place on a team.
Most boats are covered for multiple skippers as the insurance cover differs to car insurance policies where drivers must be named. However, this is a generalisation, so we recommend checking the insurance cover with the boat owner.
No. You don't need to own your own boat, but it's great if you do. You can either arrange your own boat, or contact us to help you find one. We rely on generous boat owners donating their boats to competing crews, so whilst we take your preferences into consideration when helping you find a boat, [...]
There is no overall winner of the AWKR. There is a division 1 winner and a division 2 winner for PHS, AMS and IRC.
The AWKR Committee in conjunction with RMYS believe that a per person entry fee is the fairest way to encourage participation of all size boats. It doesn't penalise the small crews and reward the large ones. $75 entry per person