USMS Sanction : 364-W003
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This competition is limited to the first 100 entrants.
Currently there are 81 entrants.
Swim Defiance
3K Open Water
Sunday August 11, 2024
PNA/USMS Sanction: 364-W003
Host: Bernardo’s All Stars
FULL RACE INFORMATION HERE: https://www.swimdefiance.com/
LOCATION: Owen Beach, Point Defiance Park on Commencement Bay, Tacoma, WA 98407
EVENT: 3K swim
COURSE: This is a historic swim which re-enacts the 1926 Dalco Passage crossing. This race will be a one way 3K swim from Vashon Island to Owen Beach. Water temp is estimated at 54-59°F. Water jugs provided for rinsing at finish. Metro Parks restrooms and change tents/portable toilets at finish area.
TIMELINE: Check-In 7:00 AM: Mandatory Competitor Safety Meeting near start 9:40 AM: swim starts at 10:05AM after WA State Ferry ride.
RACE DIRECTOR: Diana Hermanson 253-426-0588, basst2021@gmail.com
ELIGIBILITY: Open to all 2024 registered Masters swimmers (USMS or MSC) 18 and older as of August 11. 2024. Competitors not registered may sign up for a $20 One-Event USMS registration. GSS points awarded
RULES: Current USMS rules will govern this event. Neoprene wetsuits are required unless swimmer has pre-approval, in the form of an approved Petition for Wetsuit Waiver. Email race director for wetsuit waiver form. Swim safe buoy and race provided caps are required. Time limit for the race will be 1.5 hours.
SAFETY: Certified Lifeguards/Tacoma Maritime Institute/Law Enforcement safety boats will monitor the entire course. Body marking required on hands. Competitors must wear a high visibility swim buoy (purchase info on website), the color-coded race cap, wetsuit.
AWARDS: Custom finisher award and cap to all competitors. A random drawing of merchandized prizes for participants and volunteers will be held while waiting for the last person to finish. Custom event awards for overall male and female plus a 1st place award will be presented to men and women in age groups 18-24, 25-29, etc. Scrumptious pre/post race refreshments and extra sponsor kudos for recycle and beach pick-ups!
ENTRY FEES:
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Note: If paying by credit card, your credit card statement will reflect a charge from "BERNARDOS ALL STARS."
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