SMRC HoR Feb 2026 – all information here

Raceclocker Live Timing
Race 1 – Men’s 2- & 1X
Race 2 – Women’s 4X & 8+
Race 3 – Men’s 2x & 4s
Race 4 – Women’s 2- & 1X
Race 5 – Men’s 4X & 8+
Race 6 – Women’s 2x & 4s

We are delighted to welcome all the visiting crews to O’Briensbridge this Saturday for our first Head of the River of 2026. The weather has been challenging all over the country recently but we are very fortunate to be able to go ahead with our event thanks to a lot of work from the event team. There are some changes which have been necessary, but we hope you all will enjoy racing on this great stretch of water.

The weather forecast looks good for Saturday, however some caution is required:
•⁠ ⁠There is a flow so we have taken the decision to cancel the J14 4x+ and J15 2x events. We apologise to clubs for this change but we prefer to be cautious with our less experienced rowers.
•⁠ ⁠We also encourage clubs to use their discretion and not send novices, beginner recs.
•⁠ ⁠The water is still above the slip (but below welly level). We recommend everyone wears wellies not sliders as the water is cold.
•⁠ ⁠Launching may be a bit slower than normal so we are bringing race 1 forward from 9:30am to 9:00am.

Important documentation:
* Prospectus
* Parking/Traffic
* Safety statement
* RI Draw

Road Traffic Guidelines:
Only towing vehicles will be allowed access to the regatta field. Limited parking is available in the field on the lane. Please follow directions from the Parking Marshalls, and respect our neighbours in the village of O’Briensbridge. This is very important, Gardaí are aware and kindly supportive of our event and may fine uncooperative drivers. Obstructing vehicles may be towed. All parking info is here.

Water Circulation Patterns:
The circulation pattern can be found in the Safety Statement. Please follow directions from Water Marshalls when on the water. The circulation pattern is included here for easy reference:

Catering:
Ivan’s Tuck Shop will be open all day offering tasty and healthy hot & cold food & drinks.

Raceclocker Live Timing
Race 1 – Men’s 2- & 1X
Race 2 – Women’s 4X & 8+
Race 3 – Men’s 2x & 4s
Race 4 – Women’s 2- & 1X
Race 5 – Men’s 4X & 8+
Race 6 – Women’s 2x & 4s