Athletes racing side by side on indoor rowers

Golden Oar 2026 · Canberra

The Open Erg Relay

Bring a team of four. Race 4 x 250m by the lake, just before the main relay.

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The race

Teams of four. Each rower does 250m, one after the other: 4 x 250m.

20 ergs, so 20 teams. When they're gone, they're gone.

Workplaces, services, clubs, gyms or a group of mates. No rowing background needed.

Free for open and corporate teams.

An exhibition race, just before the main relay.

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When and where

Saturday 31 October, in the afternoon. Exact start time confirmed at registration.

Red Shed, Black Mountain Peninsula, Lake Burley Griffin, Canberra.

Straight after, stay for the main relay: Rowing Australia athletes and school crews.

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How to enter

For example Defence, ACT Fire and Rescue, or your workplace.