82nd Bay Challenge
Saturday, July 27, 2013 (mandatory briefing 6:00 -7:30pm July 26, 2013 at Kits Beach)
Click here for the confirmation page to view the registered list.
NO REGISTRATION ON DAY OF RACE.
Only 50 swimmers may enter.
Online Registration opens April 12, 2013 and closes July 22, 2013.
Location: Sandy Cove (West Vancouver) to Kitsilano Beach
Pre-Race Briefing Location: Kitsilano Beach – Map
Distance: *NEW* 10 km (Solo and Relay option) – Map
Check in times:
Late check-in may result in entry cancellation
6:30 am – Check-in begins
6:50 am – Check-in closes
Race Start Times:
Start times are approximate and may be delayed
7:00 am
Fees:
| Category | Entry Fee |
| Bay Challenge
SOLO |
$80.00 CAD (includes radio rental) |
| Bay Challenge
RELAY (2 or 3 people) |
$130.00 CAD (per team) (includes radio rental) Only the team captain registers – other team members will register at pre-race briefing July 27 |
| Bay Challenge
RELAY (4 or more people) |
$130.00 CAD (per team) (includes radio rental) Only the team captain registers – other team members will register at pre-race briefing July 27 |
Relay teams up to 3 members will qualify for prizes.
Notes:
Download the Bay Challenge Safety Policy FOR FULL EVENT DETAILS
NEW: Every boat operator MUST have a on board a VHF radio, boater’s licence (PCOL) and Transport Canada approved Equipment. Failure to comply with any of these safety requirements will result in a disqualification from the race.
If you unsure about any of these requirements, please review the Bay Challenge Safety Policy prior to emailing VOWSA.racedirector “at” gmail.com with the subject line: Bay Challenge Safety Requirements
Additional Information:
VOWSA reserves the right to reschedule or cancel events if water conditions are unsafe. VOWSA reserves the right to refuse entry based on safety or health concerns or previous violations of official rules.
If you have any photos of the race and would like to share them on VOWSA’s Facebook & Flickr page, please email swimVOWSA “at” gmail.com with the subject line: VOWSA 2012 – Bay Challenge
Thank you to our sponsors, who have provided prizes, food & drinks for this event
Don’t have a wetsuit yet? A great place to buy or rent wetsuits is International Diving Centre, 2572 Arbutus Street 604-736-2541. They carry a great selection of wetsuits, neoprene caps and goggles. Please mention you heard of them through VOWSA.
Check other suppliers on our sponsors page.