The 3 Peaks Race is all set to get underway on the 13th of next month at the Royal Papua Yacht Club (RPYC) in the nation’s capital.
Club Commodore, Kilroy Genia, said the RPYC is pleased to host such popular events, with this being the biggest race of the year.
“This is a showcase event for the Club, which combines the endurance of runners, swimming and the A-Class racing fleet in a true athletic event,” said Genia.
He explained the boats cross the start line at 12.30pm and race to Manubada Island, then onto Lolorua Island.
Then from Manubada and Lolorua, the yachts sail up to the arrival line where the runners disembark from their boat, swim ashore and run to the check point at the top of the Island before returning to the beach for the swim back to their yacht.
Once crossing the finish line, the runners leap ashore at the marina, and make their way out of the yacht club to commence the Burns Peak leg.
“Runners test their stamina on the race to the summit of Burns Peak. Runners then race back to RPYC grounds and the finish line where spectators will be ready at the Boat Shed SP Radler finish line to cheer the runners home,” said Genia.
General manager for the RPYC, Aaron Batts, said he is overwhelmed with the support of sponsors.
He said prizes will be awarded after the race in the grounds of the RPYC for yachts and runners as well as spot prizes being given to supporters along the routes the runners take.Information on the event is available at rpyc.com.pg.