Go wave jumping on this thrilling Micro Cat Experience in Staffordshire! This is your chance to be co-pilot to a professional Micro Cat race pilot as you go whizzing round the inshore waters of this lake near to Sutton Coldfield.
Micro Cats are mini twin-hulled semi-rigid boats that are lightweight, compact and seriously agile. With the throttle down these mini boats can reach speeds of up to 50mph and at speeds like that on the water you'll certainly be feeling the gush of wind and it's a great thrill. Add to that a turning force capability of nearly 3G and you've got one seriously nifty vessel.
On this experience you'll be welcomed by the Micro Cat team and kitted out with a safety helmet before stepping out onto the quayside to where the Micro Cat is moored. Jump aboard and get ready for a high speed outing with you as co-pilot. Your pilot will tell what you need to do to get the Micro Cat leaning into those corners and skimming across waves.
Our Micro Cat experiences in Staffordshire last around two hours and there's even a buffet-style lunch laid on for all hungry co-pilots, as well as refreshments. Allow around two hours for the whole experience.
Allow two hours on site for your Micro Cat experience. On arrival at the lake you will be welcomed, given a full safety briefing and kitted out in safety gear. You will then head out onto the lake for your experience as co-pilot with your fully qualified instructor driving the boat. The experience includes a buffet lunch and refreshments. The maximum group size for this activity is 20 and you will have two sessions out on the water as co-pilot. All safety equipment is provided and must be worn as advised.
Micro Cat experiences run on selected weekdays, Saturdays and some Sundays from May through to the end of September. Sessions start at midday and last around two hours.
Your Micro Cat experience takes place on an in-shore lake near Sutton Coldfield in Staffordshire with easy access from the M42.
There is a minimum age of 16 years for this experience, with a maximum weight of 16 stone and maximum height of 6'2". Participants should wear suitable clothing such as lightweight jeans, trainers and a long sleeved top or pullover. It is also advised to bring a change of clothes too. You will be required to sign a declaration of your fitness to participate.
Spectators are welcome, free of charge. For £10 per person spectators can join in with the buffet lunch and this must be booked directly with the venue in advance. There is a clubhouse on site providing changing and shower facilities, as well as toilets. Refreshments are available and there is a buffet lunch included for all co-pilots.