Equipment

For this sport, each team races in a dragon boat that is supplied by the festival. During practice sessions, the dragon boats are not dressed up; however, on race day, the beautiful, colourful heads and tails will be attached.

Each paddler must wear a personal flotation device (PFD), which is also supplied by the Festival along with the paddles. Individuals will be allowed to use their own paddles, but the paddles must conform to approved specifications. These specifications can be found in the Team Captain’s Manual which will be distributed prior to the Festival.