Flatwater racing

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There are many types of flatwater racing.

  • Olympic class flatwater kayak racing is governed by the ICF. Racing kayaks are designed to strict rules. They are in three classes:
    • K1 - single kayak
    • K2 - double kayak
    • K4 - fours (four person) kayak

Distances are over 200m, 500m and 1000m. See: sprint.

  • Marathon races are held over long distances.


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