Build Your Own Boat Competition

See if your boat building and maritime skills can withstand the Whitewater Center’s challenging rapids. Put your hand crafted vessels to the test down class II-IV rapids on the competition channel.

Whitewater Paddling

Activity

Charlotte, NC

Location

BYOB Competition

October 14th

$40

Float Test

October 13th

River Center

4:00pm-8:00pm

Additional Information

Rules

Event Capacity: 60 boats
Teams may consist of 1-4 people
Participant Age Requirement: 16 years or older
All boats must be human powered
All boat materials must float
Maximum Dimensions: 10′ wide x 10′ long x 5′ tall
Rope sections may not be longer than 18 inches and must be tied securely against the structure
No enclosures or compartments are permitted
Boat Weight Limit: 150 lbs. maximum
The following materials are prohibited:
- Metal objects.
- Sharp objects.
- Straps or devices that hold participants to the craft.
- Manufactured craft designed for whitewater (rafts, kayaks, duckies, river boards, SUP, inner tubes, etc.).
- Wood (plywood, boards etc.) over 1/4″ thick.

Scoring

Overall: Scored based on style and completion. Boats failing to complete the entire channel will not be eligible for the Overall Award.
- Boats that do not complete the competition channel are still eligible for the Style Award and the Fan’s Choice Award.
Style: Boats will be ranked based on creativity, design and theme.
Fan’s Choice: Based on crowd applause and reaction.