Preston Dragons

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Preston Dragons is a Dragon Boat Racing club based in Preston, Lancashire, UK.

Founded in 2016, we’re a full member of the British Dragon Boat Racing Association, competing in the British national league every year at events all around the country.

Dragon Boat Racing is one of the world’s fastest-growing participation sports. It’s a whole body workout that builds strength, stamina and endurance. Whether you’re looking to improve your strength and fitness, push your limits, meet new people, try something new and fun, any or all of the above, THIS is the sport for you!

Paul.

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My “other half”, took part in a dragon boat event there during Preston Guild. She was also in the team that did the first ever channel crossing in a Dragon Boat.

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Can’t swim - think I’ll give it a pass :slight_smile:

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I found some photo’s. 2012

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Then you’ll have been made aware of how tough this sport must be - though everyone I spoke to seemed to enjoy the effort!

Paul.

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I wouldn’t want to be in that water tbh - it’s not the nicest!

Paul.

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Steph, my partner, loves it. Yet she loves everything on water, from kayaking to sailing, though she gets a bit uptight at 45 deg in/on a Dart Catamaran.

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My canoe and kayak club used to do well at the annual dragonboat races in Shoreham harbour near Brighton.

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Not the worst either. When I started Windsurfing I did so at Fairhaven, Lytham St Anne’s. Falling off meant wading shin deep in bird Pooh. Great encouragement to progress.

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Hahah, i wouldnt even set foot on a dart catamaran :laughing:

Fairhaven Lake is still a great place to visit

Paul.

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Its a more popular sport than I imagined, when I looked it up there are loads of clubs around the country.

Paul.

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Darts are great fun, can really get up sim speed. Though it’s a fine balancing act between speed & capsize .I’m afraid I do tend to push it with regard to carrying sail.

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