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This blog will track my training and preparation for my 2nd attempt at the Hawkesbury Classic. The Classic is a 111km kayak paddle along the Hawkesbury River from Windsor to Brooklyn. It is held under a full moon starting at 4pm on Saturday 23rd October 2010.

I attempted to do this last year in borrowed kayak and had to withdraw at the Wisemans Ferry pitstop, 10 hours and 65km and I could go no more.

This year with better training and a better kayak it will be all go to the finish at Brooklyn.

I have started this today as I finally get myself a decent kayak to do the classic in today. A Horizon Flyer, a 5.8m touring/race kayak. :)

My entry is in for this year and you can help me raise funds for the Arrow Bone Marrow Foundation. My aim this year is to raise $1000, so far $157 is raised and with another $43 my entry will be confirmed. There is a $200 sponsorship minimum for an entry to be confirmed.

2010 Hawkesbury Classic - Sponsor Grant Mascord

Will post some pics of the new kayak later this weekend. Will have my first paddle in it tomorrow morning @ Sutherland Shire Canoe Club.