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Wildwater Race 6 & 7 – Bells Sprints
August 16 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Bells Sprints is part of the 2025 WildWater Series.
The 6th & 7th of the 8 races for the 2026 Wild Water Season – Sunday 16 August 2026.
Location: Bells Rapid Park, Brigadoon
Race Check-in: 9:00am-9:30am
Briefing: 9:45am
Race start: 10:00am
WWR #6 Lower Bells (Type A – Single Run)
Starting from the pool below Dogs Breakfast, competitors race 300m’s through the lower section of Bell’s Rapids where the river consists of submerged obstacles and exposed rocks, finishing after Bolland’s Elbow. This less technical section of moving water compared to upstream has one main rapid, and is an ideal course for those developing their wildwater skills.
WWR #7 Upper Bells (Type B – best of 2)
Starting from a pool above the Bell’s Rapids foot bridge, and racing downstream 250m (or 400m) to below Sideswipe Rapid, competitors face a technical section of the river consisiting of Bell’s main drop, Devil’s Slide and Sideswipe rapids. This section of the Avon River displays fast moving water, submerged objects and exposed rock. The race start will be determined based on competitor safety and the river levels of the day.
Safety
Helmets and PDFs with whistle attached compulsory for all paddlers as the course is held in wild water conditions.
Whilst we welcome paddlers of all skill levels, it is expected that competitors can self-assess personal risk based on their own competency and the section of river and its associated levels. The race organisers and safety officials reserve the right to withdraw any competitor at any stage of the event if deemed necessary to ensure the competitors personal safety.
Visit WildWater WA for more information on race format, transport, logistics and safety.
