Over a few weekends, it will be time for your very first race after the Asopos Najaars! The SGOEPPPATS intraclub event in Utrecht on the 11th of January. A 500-meter spar with our other rowing pals. It doesn't stop at racing on the water because all Competition Commissioners are personally organizing dinner and a party. Register your team quickly, as the spots for Pelargos are very limited.
Attendance
Check-in is at the designated table, where you’ll also pick up your bow number. A deposit is required in the form of a card. If you fail to return your bow number, a fine of €10 per bow number will be charged.
Coxswains' Meeting
The race consists of two blocks: a morning block and an afternoon block, followed by the finals.
To participate in the race, it is mandatory for the coxswain to complete the coxswain’s test. Please review the coxswains' meeting instructions attached.
Food and Drinks
- During the day, sandwiches, soup, and hot chocolate will be available for purchase.
- Beer, wine, soft drinks, coffee, and tea can be bought at the bar throughout the day.
Dinner
An evening dinner is available for 100 people. Tickets will go on sale Wednesday at 12:00 via this link. It’s best to buy tickets for your entire crew at once to save on transaction costs. Tickets are €7.50 each.
If you can’t get a ticket, it’s a great opportunity to dine out in Utrecht before joining the party later. If you choose this option, we recommend renting an OV-fiets.
Token Sales
Drinks can be purchased using tokens.
- 1 token = €1.50.
- Tokens are available in the hallway and can only be purchased with a debit/credit card.
Location
Verlengde Hoogravenseweg 13, 3525 BB Utrecht.
To reach the venue by bus, navigate to the *Kastelenplantsoen* bus stop. Upon arrival, walk around the buildings to the left, head to the dock, and take the second staircase up. You’ll find Orca’s canteen in the middle of the Driewerf.
Party
A party will take place in Orca’s canteen from 21:30 to 01:00. No tickets are required for the party. Doors open at 21:30.
Please note that Orca enforces a strict policy against vandalism, disruptive behavior, etc. Any incidents will result in the party being immediately shut down. Let’s keep it fun, get to know each other, and toast to a great main season!
If any inappropriate behavior occurs, you can report it to your own competition commissioner, Orca’s board, or Orca’s management team (sociëteitsbestuur). They can be identified by their black-green vests with a number on them.
Lockers are available in limited numbers. Additional belongings can be hung on the coat racks.
Draw
View the draw here.
Changing Rooms / Restrooms / Showers
Changing rooms, restrooms, and showers are available and shared with Triton. Please keep them clean. Changing rooms will close at 22:00, so ensure you remove your belongings in time!
Race Clothing
For convenience and clarity, we recommend wearing your club’s competitive rowing kit during the races. No additional clothing rules apply.
Boat Trailer
Thanks to Orca’s generosity in providing boats, there is no need for a boat trailer!
Schedule:
Draw:
Block 1:
| Ploeg: | Reporting time | Vlot time | Start time |
| Brakke Boot [2] | 09:00 | 09:30 | 09:45 |
| Salvaari [21] | 09:00 | 10:20 | 10:35 |
| Kokosboot [32] | 10:00 | 11:15 | 11:30 |
Block 2:
| Ploeg: | Reporting time | Vlot time | Start time |
| Brakke Boot [2] | 13:30 | 14:00 | 14:15 |
| Salvaari [21] | 13:40 | 14:10 | 14:25 |
| Kokosboot [32] | 14:35 | 15:05 | 15:20 |
The race takes place at the Orca premises in Utrecht. If you're traveling by car, navigate to Verlengde Hoogravenseweg 13, 3525 BB Utrecht. Please note that parking space is limited. Use the bus or public transport bikes if you're traveling by public transportation. If you're taking the bus, from Utrecht CS station, take bus line 1 towards Hoograven and get off at Kastelenplantsoen stop. Walk back a bit to the corner, turn left, then take the first right (Liesbosweg). At the end, turn left at the T-junction, cross the bridge, and follow this road until you reach the shed (approximately 500 m from the bus stop).