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IWSF CABLE WAKEBOARD WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS 2003 #BULLETIN 2 List of contents
1. Hi Riders, Message from Hans Otte.WWC -World Wakeboard Council, World Cable Wakeboard Commission Chairman. 2. Cable Ski World LOGAN, Introduction.3. Wakeskate.4. Rules.5. Drug Control.6. Event Social schedule.7. Official Hotel.8. Camping Facilities Available.9. Practice Times.10. Attachments.1 .Hi Riders, Only few weeks and the 2nd IWSF Cable Wakeboard World Championships shall be opened. Lets look back to the first Championships held in August 2001 at Duisburg /Germany. At that time we have had 106 riders from 15 countries, a lot for the 1st! They came from all five continents. It was a big festival of this new board sport. Drug controls were obliged. 15 competitors from several federations were tested and all results were negative. This clear result stopped the rumours about this new board sport. The Australians took part with 15 riders. They went home with three Gold medals of seven that was given. And with third place in team scoring behind Germany and United Kingdom. Far from OZ they was successful absolutely. And I like to say for the 2nd CW Worlds: If anyone likes to get Gold, at first they must beat the current from the host country.
Cable Wakeboarding is growing worldwide. In the last two years at all five continentals we have seen new cableways projected, built and opened. With wakeboarding cable parks have got a new and safe future. Cableways especially for wakeboarding were projected and built. They have higher pylons and the distances from pylon to pylon are shorter. So it is possible to build wakeboard courses on smaller lakes now.. The organisers from the Queensland federation are working very hard in order to offer all riders, families, friends, guests and sponsors the brand new LOGAN Cable Ski Park. The Grand Opening will be held at the Cable Wakeboard Worlds 2003. May be that not so many riders from Europe can go to OZ in October. But I hope that all cableways in Asia will send their best riders to Australia. So we are looking for China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Philippines, Singapore and Thailand. We are ready to help if you would have bureaucracy problems. Please come on, take part and help so that the boarder family will have a strong Asian participation.
I’m very excited and look forward to the 2nd Cable Wakeboard World Championships at Logan Cable Sport Park
I hope to see you all.
Hans Otte
WWC - World Wakeboard Council World Cable Wakeboard Commission Chairman. 2. Cable Ski World - Logan Queensland80 Ferry Road. Carbrook
This Lake is an ideal site for locals as well as holidaymakers; being situated just a short 30 minutes drive along the new highway from Brisbane City and 35 minutes from the Gold Coast The lake has been especially designed for Wakeboarders, the cable being 11 metres above the water line and the straights shorter to maximise the corner experience .
The site will be open to the public in approx 1 month 3. Wakeskate:
The 2nd Cable Wakeboard World Championships will feature a Wakeskate demonstration on the day of the finals. This promotion will attract media and spectator attention to this new, fast growing and exciting sport. All plans are underway to have Wakeskate included in the 2005 Cable Wakeboard Worlds as a category * Please contact us if you would like to participate in the 2003 World demonstration.
4. Event Rules:
IWSF World Cable Wakeboard Council 2003 Rules Apply. A full copy of the rules will be available on www.worldwakeboardcouncil.com Extracts follows:
OBSTACLES
8.1 All Obstacles in the course will be used at the rider’s own risk.
8.2
8.3
3. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
3.1 Rider Eligibility: A Federation may select its team in any manner it desires; however, each team member must be a citizen or applying for citizenship of the country, which the Federation represents. In case of doubt as to the nationality of a competitor, the Judges normally will refer to his passport. If a rider does not have a passport from the country he is representing, he must prove residence in the country for at least five years and membership in an affiliated club of the Federation. Each Federation shall certify that all members of its team meet these qualifications.3.2 Competition Entry: A rider may compete in the World Championships as either a team representative or individual.
3.3 Team Scoring: A team will comprise of a maximum of 8 riders, with a maximum of 2 riders in the same category. Although it is encouraged to have a mixed participation with men and women riders within a team, it is not compulsory. Federations must nominate their team riders immediately after their official practice.
TTThe best 6 scores will be taken for country classification. In case of equality will be tattaken the best 7 scores.
3.4 Individual Entries: Riders who are not part of a team may compete as individuals. An individual rider's entry must be submitted through his respective Federation. Federations will decide the criteria for an individual rider's entry. There is currently no restriction to the number of riders who enter the World Championships as individual competitors.
4. CATEGORIES / DIVISIONS
4.1
4.2 4.3 The World Cable Wakeboard Commission will ensure that all riders’ passports are checked for verification of age.
4.4
Boys Age 14 and under - If a rider was born in the following years, then they qualify for this category :1988 and after
Girls Age 14 and under - If a rider was born in the following years, then they qualify for this category: 1988 and after
Junior Men Age 15 to 18 - If a rider was born in the following years, then they qualify for this category: 1987 - 1986 - 1985 - 1984
Junior Ladies Age 15 to 18 - If a rider was born in the following years, then they qualify for this category: 1987 - 1986 - 1985 - 1984
Open Men No age restriction
Open Ladies No age restriction
Masters - Men 30 years old and over: If a rider was born in 1972 and before. .
Masters - Ladies 30 years old and over: If a rider was born in 1972 and before. .
Please note: each rider can take part in one category only, dual starts are not allowed5. Drug Control
Will be enforced by the Australian Sports Commission. 6. Event Social ScheduleThursday Night: Opening Ceremony (to be announced) Friday Night: Carbohydrate Loading Party & Live Bands –2003 World Cable Wakeboard Site Saturday Night: Live Bands and "Aussie BBQ" - 2003 World Cable Wakeboard Site Sunday Night: Closing Ceremony held at Comp site - followed by "Surfers Paradise Night Club Crawl" hosted by Australian Team members (details to follow).
7. Official Hotel.Springwood Tower Apartment Hotel - ***** 5 star luxury at affordable pricesRates (all major credit cards accepted)AUD$50.00 per night per person (6 share) AUD$55.00 per night per person (4 share) AUD$75.00 per night per person (2 share) You can book hotel rooms for the agreed price through us before and after Competition dates Deposit is 1st nights accommodation (by cheque or credit card to Logan Cable Ski Club)– The hotel will require the balance to be paid by credit card on arrival. *Daily transportation will be included from Official Hotel to Competition Site during the 3-day event only if hotel rooms are booked through Logan Cable Ski Club.
Centrally located between Brisbane and the Gold Coast, Springwood Tower Apartment Hotel is the perfect location to experience all of the wonders and delights of South East Queensland. The hotel consists of luxury self-contained apartments, which provide guests with all of the comforts and facilities you expect in a superior hotel at your disposal. All rooms are suite style in Springwood Tower and they are featured with separate bedrooms, bathrooms, living room, kitchen, laundry and all quality equipment. Shops are within walking distance of .
8. Camping Sites are Available· There will be camping sites available at the Caravan Park situated right next door to the 2003 Cable World Wakeboard Championships Site.· There is a shower and toilet block with a coin-operated washing machine at the caravan park.· Please note the Camping Site is a long way away from large shops and food outlets. A small shop is located nearby.Rates: AUD$10.00 per person per dayBYO (Bring Your Own) ***** Tent – Tent hire can be organised; approximate prices follow 4 man tent AUD$40.00 per week - 8 man tent AUD$75.00 per weekAir Mattress hire – Single AUD$8.00 per week - Double AUD$10.00 per week ] Breakfast will be available at Cable Competition site (7am till 8am Fri-Sun)
Weather: Average temperature for October is 24 - 28C Water temperature 23-25C
Boat Riders: The 2003 IWSF Wakeboard Championships will be held one week after (9th -12th) October in Sydney. Those wishing to compete in both events can find travel information on the Boat IWSF Wakeboard World Championship Bulletin.
Safety: Australia is an extremely safe place to travel. Aussies love to show tourists their beautiful country. English is the language spoken but we are a very multi cultural country. It is probably common sense not to carry large amounts of cash around. Traveler’s cheques are not widely accepted but the preferred method of payment for shoppers is AMERICAN EXPRESS, DINERS CLUB, VISA, MASTERCARD and EFTPOS.
9. Practice Times available before The World eventPractice: 1week prior the event, competitors will be able to train on the Competition site at a special price (cost to be announced)Thursday 2nd 8am-10.30 12 noon - open to public - competitors will be able to wakeboard at a special price Friday 3rd Official practice (without payment). Time allowed will be assigned to each nation depending on the size of the team.
Exchange Rates AUD$1 = approx. USD .65cents AUD$1 = approx. EUR .57 AUD$1 = approx. GBP .38 10.Attachments:
1. Intent to enter forms for Teams and Individuals to be returned by 30th July2. Expression of interest to stay at the official hotel, camping and breakfast booking forms3. Airport transportation booking formOfficial Websites for 2003 Cable Wakeboard World Championships: www.cableworlds.com, www.worldwakeboardcouncil.comEVENT ORGANSIERS: Sue Wilkings peter@cablewakeboard.org Cable Wakeboard World Championships 2003 Event Coordinator Phone + 61 7 55015 009 Fax + 61 7 55015 007 Ian Plant ilplant@ozwebip.com.au Secretary Queensland Wakeboard Association Phone / Fax + 61 7 54989 969 after hours |
