X Bay 26

X Bay 26

Competition

Ocean Racing

Date:Sat 9 May 2026 09:00 - 17:30

Booking Window: Fri 20 Mar 09:00 - Fri 8 May 2026 12:00

Location:Foxholes Car Park, Queens Drive, Exmouth , Devon, EX8 2DF, England

Event Ticket and Entry Options

Single

Total number of places160

Price£32 - £42

Early Bird£30 - £40 (ends Fri 24 Apr 2026)

Distance 10 miles

Requirements

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Any UK National Association On the Water membership or equivalent

Any UK National Association Club Associate

Single Event Membership at £5

Available Tickets : 25

Double

Total number of places30

Price£44 - £64

Early Bird£40 - £60 (ends Fri 24 Apr 2026)

Distance 10 miles

Requirements

You need to have one of the below to enter this event.

Any UK National Association On the Water membership or equivalent

Any UK National Association Club Associate

Single Event Membership at £5

Available Tickets : 18

V6 single seat

Total number of places30

Price£22

Early Bird£20 (ends Fri 24 Apr 2026)

Distance 10 miles

Requirements

You need to have one of the below to enter this event.

Any UK National Association On the Water membership or equivalent

Any UK National Association Club Associate

Single Event Membership at £5

Available Tickets : 25

Organiser Ocean Surfski

This event is being organised and sponsored by Ocean Surfski. The Event is being held under the authority and governance of the Paddle UK (PUK) Ocean Racing UK Committee (ORUK), and we thank both PUK and the Committee for their support to and development of Ocean Racing in the UK. We'd like to thank our hosts, and water safety teams provided by Exmouth Beach Rescue Club, which is a Surf Live Saving GB (SLSGB) affiliated club. We'd also like to thank the landowners, East Devon District Council for their kind permission and support to hold the event.

First Aider

Keith Hoppins

07850 143192

[email protected]

Main Contact

Jim Taylor-Ross

07813845890

[email protected]

Safety Officer

Jim Taylor-Ross

07813845890

[email protected]

Safeguarding / Welfare Officer

Annabel Taylor-Ross

07768630388

[email protected]

Event Description

Welcome to X Bay 2026, the 9th year of the race!

For full event information please go to Ocean Surfski - X BAY 26

X Bay is a grade 1 race, designed for paddlers new to racing and experienced athletes at the beginning of the European race season. XBay26 is open to Surfskis (SS1 and SS2), Stand Up Paddle Boards (SUPs), and Outriggers (OC1, OC2, V6).

Age group / classes follow ICF categories: U18, U23, Open, Masters (35-54), Veterans (55+), Open Doubles, Para.

This race starts and finishes between flags on the beach, and consists of 3 laps of a triangular course, approx 10miles total. Competitors are encouraged to complete 3 laps, but can decide during the race to return to the finish after 1 or 2 laps.

2026 is an exciting year for Ocean Racing UK, launching the GB Series of 9 races. XBay26 is the 1st of 9 races in the 2026 GB Race Series, so you start to accrue points towards the series results. For further information see GB Ocean Racing Series. See Ocean Surfski Event Diary and individual race websites for more information.

XBay26 does not count as a GB Team Selection qualifying race. To find out about qualifying for the GB Team to compete in the European Championships in France and World Championships in Spain see GB Team Selection and how to apply please see PUK Ocean Racing

Please check the Ocean Surfski Website and social media for race updates but planned timings are:

09:00 Registration opens
11:00 Race brief
11:40 SUP start
11:50 Outriggers start
12:00 Surfski start
15:30 Results and Prize Giving

All competitors must read, understand and abide by the race brief and instructions given on the day, and follow all safety instructions. Paddlers entering the race will complete a declaration and self-certification of fitness and competency to race in the conditions on the day - paddlers can withdraw from the race if the conditions on the day are beyond their safe capability, and will be refunded their entry fee less small admin sum.

The Ocean Surfski shop will pop up - you are welcome to order in advance, for collection pre-race.

We aim to have the minimal impact possible on the environment and our oceans - this is a no waste event - please take any waste home, minimise single use plastic and recycle where possible.

Exmouth Beach is a fantastic location for families and supporters to view the entire race, from the vast sandy beach, with easy access from the car park and lots of local cafes and amenities. (Please note, no dogs on the main beach after 1 April). We look forward to seeing you there!

Any queries to [email protected] or via Whatsapp group.

Facilities

Parking Public car park, pay and display

Toilets Public toilets (pay to use)

Camping https://www.prattshayescampsite.co.uk

Catering/Food Hidden Pizza, Fortes Cafe

Cancellations

The cancellation policy for this event is the responsibility of the organiser. Please use the contacts for this to request details.

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