50th annual Blackwood Classic 250 race!
Past Event
The Blackwood classic is the worlds longest power dinghy race and its history is both long and colourful.
Traditionally held on the Queens (now Kings’s) Birthday weekend, the race is a three day time trial on the Blackwood River in the South West of Western Australia. The race begins September 27th and runs through to September 29th.
The course takes in some of the most breathtaking scenery in that part of the state. Commencing in Bridgetown, the race passes through Nannup and Sue’s Bridge and ends at the mouth of the Blackwood River in Augusta, a total distance of 250 kilometres
The Blackwood Classic was the brainchild of Ted and Norma Whitney. Their dream was to stage an event similar to the Avon Descent, but on the Blackwood River, which had been a part of their families’ lives for three generations.
For more information please visit the Power Dinghy Racing Club Webpage.