The "200 years of the RNLI" sea swim course is a tidal 500m swim. The swim section will take place during slack water (the time when the water is not coming in or going out) but anyone in the water after 25 minutes is more likely to feel the effects of the sea more than those who complete the swim in a short time. For this reason we ask that all participants are prepared properly for the swim and would recommend that you prepare for a swim length of 750m. We reserve the right to direct people back to the shore after 25 minutes for their own safety. There will be 3 start times for the swim. Your swim start time will be provided in your pre race information sent out 10 days before the event. As in 2023 there will be a separate swim start and swim finish with both areas partially carpeted.
A wet suit is compulsory if the water temperature is 14 degrees or below. The Triathlon England Race Official will decide whether a wet suit is optional and this may not be until event day. However, the sea temperature in mid July has been over 17 degrees for the last few years. We would recommend using a wet suit as this will assist with buoyancy, warmth and for your safety. If you don’t have your own wetsuit yet, consider whether you wish to hire for a season, just for the weekend or something in between by searching wetsuit hire online.
If you don't have a British Triathlon Membership, the sports governing body have replaced the Day Membership with a "Race Pass" which you will need to purchase. This fee goes to Triathlon England.