A NOTE FROM THE SALTY CREW We are so excited to welcome you to Madeira Beach! We’ve been looking forward to this event ever since we launched registration in February of 2020. This fun and quirky destination is known for its local pride and some of the most passionate small business owners in Florida. While most of our weekend activities will be centered around a walkable footprint up and down Madeira Way, we encourage you to take the time and explore everything this island has to offer. Our guidelines for this event will fall in line with the latest in local and state health recommendations. We continue to encourage our guests to make their own decisions regarding staying safe and healthy, and of course be respectful of those around you. Most importantly, come ready to celebrate swimming, our amazing community, and a destination ready to show you a great time this weekend! See you soon! - Salty Crew
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Saturday, June 12, 2021 8:30 am Meet-Up Shake Out Swim (Everyone Welcome) Location: Madeira Beach, Archibald Park Entrance 15100 Gulf Blvd. Madeira Beach, FL Meet on the beach, look for the Salty Sports Flag. Coach Frank will be here to help swimmers with last minute tips and advice for race day. Just take a dip or swim a few miles. This is an unofficial event, swim at your own risk. 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Packet Pick-up and un-official Happy Hour Location: Cambria Hotel - 3rd Floor - Lobby Bar 15015 Madeira Way, Madeira Beach FL We’ll be set up at the Cambria Hotel for early packet pick-up. A perfect excuse to meet up with fellow swimmers for a cold beverage in the lobby bar or grab a pre-sunset spot at the Embers Rooftop Bar.
Sunday, June 13, 2021 Race Day Timeline 7:30 am – Athlete Check-In/Body Marking Opens 8:30 am – Swim Course Review – Q&A 9:00 am – 2.4-mile Race Begins 9:10 am – 1.2-mile Race Begins Awards Ceremony will take place on the beach after results have been finalized for each event. Post-Race Hot Spot Location: The Saltwater Hippie Beach Bar Following the events, we encourage you to head over and celebrate your victory at The Saltwater Hippie Beach Bar. Coldest Beer in town and live music starting at 2pm.
COURSE DETAILS Beach Start into the water Turn right at the orange/yellow arch Swim straight keeping buoys on your left Turn left 90 degrees at the Large Orange Buoy (Turn 1) Continue to next Large Orange Buoy Turn left 90 degrees at Large Orange Buoys (Turn 2) Continue straight down the buoy line (Backstretch) At the 3rd Large Orange Buoy turn 90 degrees left (Turn 3) At the 4th Large Orange Buoy turn 90 degrees left (Turn 4) Continue straight, turning before the arch buoy into the finishline Keep all of the inflatable things on your left 1.2 Mile swimmers finish under the finish line arch 2.4 Mile swimmers will continue for an additional lap *Course direction may change due to weather
What to Remember No Matter What 1.2 Mile = 1 Lap 2.4 Mile = 2 Laps Turn right to swim through the orange/yellow arch Keep the Buoys on your Left Go around the Turn Buoys (Large Orange Triangles) Don’t Cut Corners (you’re better than that!) SIGHT! & please don’t head to Mexico!
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RACE RULES Bib Number/Body Marking
Water Safety
You will be assigned a bib number.
There will be plenty of water safety personnel on the course including kayaks, paddle boards, and PWC.
If you are not wearing a wetsuit, mark your left and right upper arms with your bib number on race morning at the Body Marking tent . If you are wearing a wetsuit, mark the outside of both of your hands at the Body Marking tent. This event will be chip timed. You must have a chip and body marking to enter the water.
You are permitted to hold onto a watercraft momentarily to catch your breath. You may NOT advance down the course while holding onto watercraft. If you experience any issues while in the water, take off your swim cap and wave it over your head while treading water and a safety watercraft will come to your aid.
For your safety, every swimmer must check in at the registration tent on race morning to pick up their chip.
78
degrees Wetsuits will be legal if the water temp is 78 or under.
You must wear the swim cap provided to you for your specific race.
1.2 2.4
mile time limit 1:10 (1 Hr & 10 Min) mile time limit 2:20 (2 Hr & 20 Min)
You may not switch distances once the race has started
For Athletes and Spectators Masks required in the registration and start/finish line areas when not racing, or actively eating/drinking. Please be aware and respectful as some athletes may still prefer social distancing– 6 feet. Please wash hands frequently.
Safety Guidelines
If you feel sick, please go home. Listen to and respect event staff. Registration /Athlete Check-In Hand sanitizers readily available. Body Marking Hand Sanitizer and Wipes will be available at the body marking table for athletes to sanitze markers before/ after use. Athletes may need to body mark themselves or ask the assistance of a friend at the body marking table.
Start Line Spectators are not allowed in the start line area. Athletes are encourged to line up seeding themselves according to the speed in which they swim (faster towards the front, and moving backwards from there). Athletes will be sent out in a wave start, in small groups, every 10 seconds. Warmer Weather Athletes are encouraged to remember both the air and the water temparature are warm. Stay hydrated, use sunscreen (we encourage reef friendly) and monitor how you feel during and after swimming. Finish Line One way flow of the finish line food table. Water/Gatorade will be available in pre-filled cups, athletes will also have access to refill their own water bottles. As an eco-aware company we are making efforts to reduce waste. We encourage athletes to bring their own water bottle for re-filling. If re-filling a reusable water bottle, athletes are encouraged to use a sanitizing wipe to touch button (will be provided on table). Hand Sanitizer will be available on table. In the case of inclement weather, athletes will be instructed to seek shelter in their vehicles or their hotel rooms, rather than congregate under shelters.
AREA INFO
Things To Do Helpful Links
We encourage our athletes to enjoy everything the area has to offer
Things to do in Madeira Beach Things to do in Pinellas County Parking
Please be aware of parking fees in the lots around Madeira Beach
Age Group Awards Female - 13 & Under Male - 13 & Under Female - 14-19 Male - 14-19 Female - 20 - 29 Male - 20 - 29 Female - 30 - 39 Male - 30 - 39 Female - 40 - 49 Male - 40 - 49 Female - 50 - 59 Male - 50 - 59 Female 60 - 69 Female 60 - 69 Female - 70 + Up Male - 70 + Up 2021 Year End High Point Awards will be awarded during the Annual Buoy Ball. These awards will go to swimmers with the highest points in each age group/gender over the season. Swimmers must compete in a muinmum of 3 races in 2021 to earn a high point award. CURRENT HIGH POINT STANDINGS
2021 Schedule www.saltysportssociety.com
Speedo SALT Series AMI Hogfish Swim Feb. 13 - 14, 2021 Anna Maria Island, FL 1.2 Mile, 2.4 Mile Open Water
Deluna’s Swim April 24, 2021 Pensacola, FL .6 Mile, 1.2 Mile, 2.4 Mile Open Water
Speedo SALT Series Swim Mad Beach June 11 - 13, 2021 Madeira Beach, FL 1.2 Mile, 2.4 Mile Open Water
Swim for Alligator Lighthouse Sept. 11, 2021 Islamorada, FL 8 Mile Open Water, Relay Options
Speedo SALT Series Southern Cross Dec. 3 - 5, 2021 Fort Myers Beach, FL 1 Mile, 5K Open Water
Swimmers can earn points at all of the listed events for the 2021 Speedo SALT Series High Point Championship.