"What is the Liffey Descent?"
In 1959 Canoeing Ireland started a marathon canoe race on the river Liffey that was destined to become one of the worlds most famous and exciting canoeing events, Over the years its reputation has grown and attracted paddlers from all over the world to experience both the event itself and the unique atmosphere of fun and friendship that surrounds it.
This is Footage of the start of this years Liffey Descent. Straffan weir can cause a lot of problems for the racers as most of the competitors are still all in close proximity of each other which causes some tricky line choosing.
Visit Canoe.ie for more details on the race and other events
Music by Katy Perry - Roar
1 окт 2013
