Safety
Important updates for 2010
NY harbor distress calls information
Mandatory PFD
Red Elite Jersey
HOMEPORT (NYC Coast Guard)
Safety Alert
Please be sure to use the EASTERN channel when traveling under the Willis Ave Bridge. There is a blind weaving transit under the bridge due to construction.
Course information
New and updated safety info will be available shortly based on the new location.
MC 2010 Course details for participants
79th Street Start/Finish
Chelsea Piers and Commercial
Hell Gate
The Battery
Course Map
Guidelines for participants
New and updated safety info will be available shortly based on the new location.
MC 2010 Check In and Run of Day for Participants
Safety Guidelines for Participants
Qualifications contents:
Elite Open ClassRacers must show a track record of participation in at least 3 similar
distance races with completion and competitive times.
Sea Kayak ClassParticipants for this class need to qualify through a
regional training centers OR meet race participation guidelines.
Racing participation guidelines are a history of at least 2 races of similar distances with
completion and competitive times. Demonstrate ability to paddle at 5 mph over a 5 mile
distance. Demonstrate at least 5 years paddling experience, solo and assisted rescues training,
demonstrate experience and exposure to paddling with and against 3 knot currents,
documented paddling experience on trips at least 20 miles in 6 hours.
Must finish the race in 6 hours of will be removed from the water.
