2019 Meramec Marathon Paddle Race - Registration is Closed
DUE TO EXTREME WEATHER ON JUNE 22nd WE HAVE RE-SCHEDULED THIS RACE TO
Sunday, July 28th
2018 RESULTS - CLICK HERE
Come join in the fun and spend some time with fellow paddlers!
Are you ready for a whole 'nother type of adventure?
Join us for 26 miles of fluid raceway for the 2nd year of the Meramec Marathon Paddle Race. You'll have your strength and stamina put to the test as you take on the meandering Meramec River as it winds from the Robertsville, MO Landing ramp, all the way to the Eureka, MO.
Or, choose the 1/2 Marathon Route option which will be 13.9 miles. Starting on the Big River and ending on the Meramec.
Either way, you'll experience the under-appreciated beauty of this section of our Meramec River. You’ll pass huge bluffs and see lots of wildlife on your way into south-west St. Louis county as you complete Alpine Shop's second year's full river paddle race.
Of course, it's an Alpine Shop Off-Road Racing League event, so we'll have plenty of food, drinks (both alcoholic and unleaded) along with plenty of swag door prizes to give out to as many participants as we can.
Event Requirements: Kayaks, Canoes, and SUP's are welcome to race!
- A Kayak, SUP, or Canoe is required to participate in this race.
- Update: We are allowing Stand Up Paddle Boards to do the Marathon route this year. This was an over site from last year's registration. We didn't want to allow it on the first year to make sure we had everything ready.
- You will provide your own equipment. Equipment will not be provided by the Alpine Shop
- ALL racers are required to wear a Coast Guard Approved PFD (Personal Floatation Device) zipped up at ALL times during the race, or you will be disqualified.
- No alcohol allowed in your boat, or on you while racing (If you are caught with alcohol you will be disqualified)
- Participants 16-years-old and under need to be accompanied by an adult
- Schedule of Events -
New Date: Sunday June 28th -
Meramec Marathon Paddle Race :
The BIG adventure! Tackle 26 miles on the Meramec River. Please note, this is NOT a float trip. This is a perfect final tune-up for the MR340 later on in July or a great first race for someone considering doing the MR340 in 2019. Or you can just be the kind of person who's looking for a new challenge to tackle!
UPDATED: Location: Starts - Robertsville State Park - Boat Ramp Ends - Route 66 State Park - Boat Ramp
- 7:30am—8:30am: Packet Pick-Up at Start Location
- 8:30am - Race Announcements
- 9am: Mass Start
- Cut Off time: 2pm - TBD
Must be completely finished with the race no later than 6pm
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Meramec 1/2 Marathon Paddle Race
Still a Big Adventure! (Just not the BIG one.) You'll still be tackling 13.9 miles, starting on the "Big River" then ending on the Meramec in a single day. A fun challenge for any adventurer. (This is Not a float trip)
Location: Starts - Rockford Beach - Boat Ramp (Big River) Ends - Route 66 State Park - Boat Ramp
- 9:30am- 10:30am : Packet Pick-Up at Start Location
- 10:30am - Race Announcements
- 11am: Mass Start
- Must be finished by: TBD
If you have any questions about which race may be better for you, please contact one of the friendly kayak instructors at the Alpine Shop. 314-775-2142
* Routes are subject to change if flooding occurs at start and finish line. We will keep you updated on any changes that may occur*
Updated Map - Meramec Marathon Paddle Race
Starts: Robertsville State Park - Boat Ramp - Robertsville MO
Ends : Route 66 State Park - Boat Ramp - Eureka MO
Map - 1/2 Marathon Paddle Race - Big River to the Meramec River
Start: Rockford Beach - Boat Ramp - High Ridge MO
Ends: Route 66 State Park - Boat Ramp - Eureka MO
Race Goodies
Your entry fee includes:
-- Technical T- shirt (If registered by June 7th)
-- Professional Race photos
- Finish Line - Food, Pop, water, snacks and Urban Chestnut Brewery Beer
-- A Butt-Load of FUN!!
Regular Registration: Through June 20th - 5pm, 2019 (No shirt guarantee after June 7th)
Solo - $55
Tandem - $95
Late Registration: Through July 24th - 5pm, 2019 (No shirt )
Solo - $ 55
Tandem - $95
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