Lights: 125 mile Ultra Marathon (Devizes to Westminster)

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This summary delves into the tactical advantages of utilising lights on the river, how they aid in course navigation, facilitate efficient portaging around obstacles, and contribute to overall race strategy. It emphasises the indispensable role of proper lighting not only in enhancing performance but also in mitigating potential risks.
Best practices on which lights to use and how to set them up on boat. Integrating illumination into river races, this summary equips athletes with the knowledge and insight needed to maximise performance allowing you to focus on the task of working hard and remove the hazards from paddling at night

[@peterleffler2062]

More excellent information. Thank you. I've never done DW (and may never!) but if I ever do, this information will be invaluable.

[@peterwalker5595]

Definitely a white light at the front and back. Shielding the button lights is a must. I now understand why you looked like a Coca Cola Christmas lorry as you paddled past on the way to your 2023 record. I will definitely be looking out for the wide-velcro.

[@mhagen3]

Lights are supposed to be non dazzeling. Did you do anything to «undazzel» the front lights?

[@keithmoule]

The lights were set to illuminate the immediate bank on the canal with a wide beam, this wasn't a light that would be dazzeling unless you were close by and on a collision course. The narrow beam light was longer and less bright.