What changes the result
The rules behind the moments commentators get excited about. They build on the beginner rules.
I · Intermediate · 4 rules · Step 2 of 4Crews and boats
The race
- What is a false start in dragon boat racing?Boats are held at the stern and aligned so their bows are level.
- Can a dragon boat leave its lane?Each boat keeps a straight line down its lane and at least 2 m of clear water, paddle to paddle, from other boats.
- How is a dragon boat race finished?A boat finishes when its foremost part, dragon's head included, crosses the line with the same number of crew as started.