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The stretch of the Taff that Llandaff rows is approximately 1300 metres long with two obtuse bends in its length.

 

BY-LAWS FOR USE OF THE RIVER

PLEASE READ THESE CAREFULLY

  1. The rule of the road applies to the river which is a three-lane highway. You travel upstream on the clubhouse side and downstream on the weir side. The centre of the river may only be used whilst overtaking.
  2. Exit and entrance to the landing stage may only be done with boats pointing upstream.
  3. TURNING on the river is ONLY ALLOWED downstream of the road bridge or upstream of the 750m mark (upstream of the rocks on the bank). No waiting crew may turn ahead of a turning crew without first seeking the turning crew’s permission.
  4. Boat turning on the course (between the 1000m Start and Finish) must be clockwise.
  5. Crews resting on the river may only do so downstream of the road bridge and upstream of the 750m mark. Resting crews must remain tucked into the bank.
  6. It is the sole responsibility of a crew or sculler to warn other boats approaching astern by shouting “AHEAD” or “TAKE A LOOK”. The slower crew must REPEAT THE WARNING UNTIL IT IS ACKNOWLEDGED. The slower crew should assist the overtaking crew by keeping tight to the bank where possible. The overtaking crew should always pass on the outside and give clear water to the slower crew. At no time should more than one boat simultaneously overtake a slower boat. Coaches in sculling boats should also abide by this rule.
  7. The Captain of the boat is the STROKE in coxed boats and the STEERSPERSON in coxless boats (unless otherwise nominated).
  8. It is the Boat Captains responsibility to ensure that: -
    • The boat is logged out and back in.
    • The Coxswain is wearing a lifejacket.
    • There is a securely and correctly fitted bow ball.
    • The heel restraints are all in working order.
    • Any damage to the boat or equipment is logged in the Damage Book and that it is also verbally reported to the Club Captain or Vice Captain.
  9. Club boats may not be used if any part of the landing stage is covered by the river.
  10. PLAY boats may not go above the road bridge.
  11. During poor visibility and after sunset (as stated in the ARA Water Safety Code) ALL boats are to show effective lighting. A steady or flashing white or green light fitted to the bow and a steady or flashing red light on the stern. Lights must be secured to the boat, not the riggers, oarspersons, or Coxswain. They must point along the line of the boat. The forward light must be visible with ease for a distance of at least 150 metres.
  12. Only competent scullers and coxless crews are permitted to use club boats after dark. After dark all steerspersons must be competent.
  13. In the event of an accident written reports from all parties involved must be submitted to the Club Secretary within 48 hours.
  14. When boating or landing all boats must use the furthest available upstream part of the landing stage. Boats must not be left at the stage unnecessarily.
  15. Any crew not complying with ALL rules will be reported to their Club Captain/committee who will decide what disciplinary action is appropriate.

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