Entries are now confirmed at 400, with 190 boats and over 700 competitors travelling from Belgium, New Zealand and all over Australia to compete in the biggest water ski race in the world.
The Moama Water Sports Club proposed some exciting changes to the 2020 Southern 80, and are currently working through a process to be able to do live streaming.
Keep an eye out on our social media and web site for information as it comes to light.
Saturday racing starts at 8.30am with the social teams on the water, starting at Five Mile Reserve and skiing to the finish line at Victoria Park.
So the first away in the Presidents Dash starting at 2pm will be Sapphire counting down to Pigs Arsenal F1 in two-minute intervals.After a short break, the Baker Blitz will be next to go with last year’s winner TR first away with three-minute intervals to Pigs Arsenal, the last of the Baker Blitz boats away.
The under 10 skiers, the future of our sport, will be the following the Bakers Blitz, so be sure to cheer them on, as they cross the line.
Sunday racing starts at 8.30am with the expert classes.
The Superclass teams start on the water at 12.30pm.
The club encourages spectators and ski racing fans to flock to the finish line at Victoria Park to see live footage of the start and along the course, along with split times available on the big screen — something that is not available at any other ski racing event in Australia.
The Finish Line is at Victoria Park, Echuca, cost is $25 for a day or $35 for the weekend, children under 16 are free.
Food vendors and a bar will be there for spectators.
There is a no glass, no BYO and no dogs or pets policy at the finish line.
The “Need for Speed” display will be on at the finish line and will include tractor pull vehicles, ex-V8 Supercars, Immortal – the current holder of the Marj Watson trophy for circuit boats, along with speedway cars.
There is a children’s play area, with jumping castle, water slides and face painting.
We hope to see you at the finish line with your family and friends.