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Thawing in Thurso

May 14 2009.Thurso East hosts the coldest contest in Scotland, the O Neill Coldwater Classic. Finals, 6 May 09.

Thurso East is so cold bru, not even a hot bath in full rubber is enough. Photo: O Neill

Adam Melling shows his intention from the start. Photo: O Neill

Adam Melling powers though an icy Thurso East section. Photo: O Neill

Adam Melling paddles back out against an historical backdrop etched in story and folklore. Photo: O Neill

Luke Munro not giving up and fighting till the end. Photo: O Neill

The historical setting of the O Neill Coldwater Classic at Thurso East. Photo: O Neill

As an added prize in keeping with the Scottish surrounds of this competition, both finalists receive land in the Highlands. Photo: O Neill

Adam Melling raised the highland sword above his head as the winner of the O Neill Coldwater Classic Scotland. Photo: O Neill