FAQS

  • Please refer to the packet pickup page available in the info section of the menu above on this website.

  • Sign into your RunSignup account to edit your registration (info, add-ons, events, deferrals). Click the links below for guidance if needed.

  • 6 weeks before the race concerning bicycle jersey sizing. All other changes can be made up until 2 weeks before the race.

  • Yes, you can pay for it during registration in the cart. It's through a third party, not us or RunSignup. Follow the instructions in the separate email sent after selecting and confirming your registration. This cannot be added post-registration.

  • The race concludes at 10:30am. Please be sure you’re done by then. Do the math based on when your swim starts and what your projected finish time will be to see if you beat the 10:30am cutoff.

  • The swim starts with running or walking into deep water. Most can touch the bottom for the first 100 to 125 meters until the first green turn buoy is reached. We recommend starting to swim when the water reaches mid-thigh to waist-deep, as swimming is easier than walking at that depth. The distance from the first to the second turn buoy is about 250 meters, water depth is over your head at a depth of 7 to 10 feet, depending on the tide. After reaching the last green turn buoy and heading back to shore, the water gradually shallows until the beach exit, allowing you to stand in waist-deep water about 50-75 meters out.

  • 1/4-mile. Read more on this in the next question below.

  • From the swim start/exit to your bike, it is about a quarter-mile. The city has laid a soft sand path from the paved road to the swim start/exit, so going barefoot is possible without debris. However, this distance may be challenging on your feet, depending on sensitivity. If concerned, bring old disposable shoes or sandals to leave at the swim exit. We recommend against using the same shoes for the run. The swim exit shoes should be ones you're okay discarding. Any leftover shoes will be thrown away or donated. Also, there are pools of water on the road to rinse off the sand from your feet as you run to transition.

  • PDF illustrations are in the FAQs how-to section. Follow these steps for placing numbers and stickers:

    • Latex Swim Cap - Wear it on your head, no numbers allowed.

    • Body Marking - We will NOT use body marking tattoos. With a timing chip on your ankle, stickers on your bike and helmet, and a run bib, it's unnecessary. We will only mark a T (Tri), R (Relay), D (Du), or A (AquaBike) on your left calf, plus your age on your right calf. You can do this with a Sharpie before the race, during arrival, or in transition using Sharpies provided. Please return the Sharpie (cap on) and help others as needed.

    • Helmet Sticker - Place it front and center on your helmet.

    • Bike Frame Stickers - Attach them to the outside left and right of your bike’s seat post, or on the fork if unable. They must be clearly visible from either side.

    • Run Bib Number - Wear it during the run only, facing forward and unobstructed. We recommend a race belt instead of safety pins.

    Remember, to claim your bike post-event, present your bib number to our crew, matching the numbers on your bike and helmet.

    • Your timing chip has loops on each side.

      • Unvelcro the ankle strap and thread the black velcro through both chip holes.

      • Ensure the velcro goes behind the chip as you connect it.

      • After connecting, attach the velcro to the ankle strap on your left ankle.

      • Confirm that the strap and chip are secure; a proper fit allows for two fingers between your ankle and the strap. For added security, use a small safety pin to reinforce the connection.

      • Attach it to the left ankle to prevent contact with the bike’s right crank.