The Skinny
Dates: June 11-13, 2021
Location: Madeira Beach, FL
Distances: 1.2 Miles, 2.4 Miles
The SALT Series heads into the summer with the Inaugural Swim Mad Beach on Madeira Beach, FL. We have teamed up with our friends at the world famous SALTWATER HIPPIE Bar and Headquarters and are excited to offer a full weekend of activities and open water swimming!
Created in our famous “choose your own adventure” style, this flexible weekend layout has something for everyone.
Gulf breezes massage the soul. Fire-tinged sunsets create lifelong memories. Welcome to Madeira Beach, where some say the term “paradise” was created. From historic John’s Pass Village where fantastic shopping, dining, and nightlife await, to the pristine 2-mile long stretch of sand, Madeira Beach is the perfect escape from, well, everything!
The Details
Registration Dates
On-line registration closes at mid-night on Friday, June 11th
On-site registration on Saturday, June 12th
Registration Includes:
Race Entry
Race Swim Cap
Welcome Gift*
Overall Awards
Age Group Awards
Unlimited, Free Air High 5s
*Welcome Gifts for Race Weekend Registration will be based on availability
Schedule of Events
Saturday, June 12, 2021 - 8:30am - Practice Swim - Madeira Beach/Archibald Park Entrance
Location: Madeira Beach, Archibald Park Entrance
15100 Gulf Blvd. Madeira Beach, FL
Open to Everyone - 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.
Saturday June 12 - 10am - 4:00pm Explore Mad Beach
There is plenty to do, make sure you are taking the time to explore and enjoy everything this quirky little beach town has to offer!
Saturday June 12th - 4:30 - 6:00pm - Packet Pick-Up / Informal 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 13th - RACE DAY
Location: Madeira Beach, Archibald Park Entrance
15100 Gulf Blvd. Madeira Beach, FL
Race Day Timeline
7:30 am - Athlete Check-In/Body Marking Opens
***You must bring a photo ID (Drivers License) and sign an event waiver on-site when checking in.***
8:30am - Swim Course Review – Q&A
9:00am - 2.4-mile Race Begins
10 minutes after the last 2.4 mile swimmers is in the water - 1.2-mile Race Begins
Awards will begin for each distance after the top 3 in each age group have finished
Post Race
Excited to celebrate your race? There are tons of great places within walking distance of the venue, we recommend you check out our friends at The Saltwater Hippie Beach Bar directly across the street from the venue.
Course Map
*Subject to change based on race day conditions and factors
Race Details
Wetsuit Policy
Wetsuits WILL be legal if the water temperature is 78 or below
Swim Cap
You must wear the swim cap provided to you for your specific race
Bib Number / Body Marking
You will be assigned a bib number at Registration
If you are not wearing a wetsuit, mark your left and right 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.
Athlete Check-In Race Morning
For your safety, you must check-in at the Event Information Tent race morning before competing
Registered Distance
You must swim the distance in which you are registered
If you are switching distances, you must inform us prior to June 13, 2021
No switching on race day
If you switch race distances once the race has started, you will be disqualified
Course and Swim Direction
Any swimmer that shortens the course will be disqualified
Water Safety
There will be plenty of water safety personnel on the course including kayaks, paddle boards, and PWC
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
Swim Time Limit
You must be able to swim your selected race course within the time limit. Swimmers who do not finish in the time allotted will be pulled from the course.
1.2 Miles time limit is 1:10:00
2.4 Miles time limit is 2:20:00
Need to get started training? There are clubs, coaches and training swims across the state of Florida. Check out FLORIDA OPEN WATER for more information.
Awards
Overall Male 1.2 Miles
Overall Female 1.2 Miles
Overall Male 2.4 Miles
Overall Female 2.4 Miles
Top 3 Male & Female Awards in the following categories
19 & under
20 - 29
30 - 39
40 - 49
50 - 59
60 - 69
70 + up
Refund Policy
Event management reserves the right to cancel the race or move to a later time in the event of inclement weather, emergency, or natural disaster. In the event of cancellation, there will be no refund of entry fees.
HOST HOTELS
Enjoy all the festivities of the Speedo SALT Series Swim Mad Beach event weekend steps from your hotel room, when staying at one of our 2 host properties. Sunsets are on the house :-)
Cambria Hotel - Madeira Beach
Courtyard by Marriott - Madeira Beach
SHOUT OUT TO THE PARTNERS THAT HELP MAKE THIS EVENT POSSIBLE
