crawlman Swim run

TBD
Fort Yargo State Park
Winder, GA

Long Course: Run 13.5 Miles | Swim 5K
Short Course: Run 6.75 Miles | Swim 2400 Meters
Short Course Solo: Run 6.75 Miles | Swim 2400 Meters

A Georgia Multisports Production

Welcome to the 3rd year of CrawlMan a SwimRun Event. A swimrun event is one of the newest endurance events in the United States and Georgia Multisports is excited to bring this unique event to Georgia and looking forward to being part of the ground floor of what soon will be the most exciting sport to come along for the dedicated endurance athlete.

Participants are encouraged to visit the official OTILLO website and the Official Film: OTILLO 2017 The SwimRun World Championship to learn more about this challenging event and gain insight on optimal gear selection. We will be announcing clinic and a training programs in the coming weeks so look for the opportunity to learn more about a swimrun race.

Race Date: TBD   
Race Time: 8:00 am – 3 pm
Location: Fort Yargo State Park, 2018 Broad St., Winder, GA US 30680
Click here for directions

Registration is now open!

ABOUT SWIMRUN

History
Swimrun is a rapidly growing two person team sport which began as a drunken bet in a bar in the Swedish Archipelago off the coast of Stockholm. There are now over 300 swim run races held all over the world with several in the USA.

Process
Swimrun teams start out with a run, transition to a swim and continue to alternate between swimming and running. With the balance between running and swimming, athletes tend to recover much more quickly, have fun and avoid repetitive injuries.

Team Info
Teams include all-male, all-female, and mixed-gender teams and must apply to be considered. We offer a “SOLO” category in the short course.  Participants often swim in their shoes and run in their wetsuits to minimize transition time and gain a competitive edge.

Participation
The race course will consist of alternating overland routes and swim legs within the Fort Yargo State Park. Overland routes will be marked at various points along the course with “turn by turn” signage.  Swim exit points will be designated by flags, banners, and/or volunteers but may not be immediately visible from the swim entry point. Maps of the course will be provided to athletes and will include details from each swim entry point to the corresponding exit point. Basic compass skills are strongly recommended.

Any deviation from the marked course by participants shall be grounds for disqualification.

registration and Pricing

NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION.

No Refunds.

USAT membership required or purchase a one-day membership of $15.00. Results will not count toward USA Triathlon National Rankings.

EVENT: LONG COURSE - RUN 13.5 MILES – SWIM 5K

The cost for the Long Course is $400 per team.
Registration Limit: 100 spots left
Price: $400 race fee + $20 sign up fee
Deadline: Registration ends TBD

EVENT: SHORT COURSE - RUN 6.75 MILES – SWIM 2400 METERS

The cost of the Short Course is $200 per team.
Registration Limit: 92 spots left
Price: $200 race fee + $12 sign up fee
Deadline: Registration ends TBD

EVENT: SHORT COURSE SOLO - RUN 6.75 MILES - SWIM 2400 METERS

The cost of the Solo Short Course is $100
Price: $100 Race Fee + $6 SignUp Fee
Deadline: Registration ends TBD

Packet Pick-Up Race Morning

• Packet pick-up only available at race site 6:45 am to 7:30 am – NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION.

• Must have a valid driver’s license and current USAT card if you are a member.

• Both Team Member must be present (No Exception!)

• No one can pick up your packet except you.

Event Timeline

• 6:45 am to 7:30 am Packet Pick Up.

• 7:45 to 8:00 am Mandatory Pre-Race Meeting.

• 8:00 am Race Start.

• 11:00 Short/Solo Course Awards Ceremony

• 12:30 Long Course Awards Ceremony

RACE COURSE Info

Long course swim total yards approximately 5k or 4000M

Short and Solo course swim total yards approximately 2400 Meters

Course Map: Click here
Course Distances: Click here All distances are approximate.

EQUIPMENT

Wetsuits
Wetsuits are optional equipment supplied by competitors. Weather condition may dictate that wetsuits be worn and in that case, must cover a minimum, the torso and upper half of thighs. Race Director will determine wetsuits rules prior to the event based prevailing weather conditions.

The following is however mandatory:

• Whistle per athlete

• First Aid Pressure Bandage, packed waterproof

• We recommend tether between teammates for swim legs. Recommended length is 10′, but it may not exceed 30′ when fully extended. Toggle carabiner or other quick release devices must be at each end.

Mandatory equipment supplied by race organizers:

• Race bib to be worn at all times by each team member

• Swim cap to be worn at all times on swim legs

• Timing Chip – 1 per team

Recommended Gear:

• Swim hand paddles/gloves

• Compression calf tubes

• Swim pull buoy affixed to thigh

• Hydration bladder

• Nutrition extras

• Personal Flotation Devices are allowed
  

Equipment NOT PERMITTED:

• Any floatation aid larger than 40” x 24”.

• Personal inflatable swim buoys.

All equipment listed at the pre-race check must accompany the teams at all times and be present for gear check at the finish. Failure to meet this condition will be grounds for disqualification.

RACE DETAILS

Race Support and Safety

1. Aid stations will be sited at various island locations across the course for fluid replacement and nutrition. Special needs should be carried by the athletes as needed.

2. Medical personnel will be sited at various island locations and watercraft. Toilet facilities are not available due to the nature of the course, the utmost discretion is expected of athletes. Carry IN/Carry OUT.

3. Team members must remain together at all times throughout the event and cannot be more than 10yds apart. Use of the tether during the swim is STRONGLY suggested, if team mates are gapped by more than 10yds at anytime, they are subject to disqualification. Race organizers reserve the right to make tether use mandatory as the weather may suggest for safety purposes.

4. The race organization can refuse a team from continuing if they are judged to be incapable of competing safely due to fatigue or injury.

5. The race organization reserves the right to cancel the event, alter, shorten, hold-in-place or otherwise change the course at any time as a consequence of weather or other unexpected course conditions beyond their control that may jeopardize the safety of athletes.

6.  On race day, there is always the potential for extreme or severe weather conditions (lightening, tornado, high winds, extreme hot or cold temperatures, etc.…). In the event of inclement weather due to storms, thunder, lightning, etc., the race may be delayed as race officials consult with public safety officers. If there is more than a reasonable time delay, or if conditions persist, race officials reserve the right to shorten or cancel the race. Entry fees are non-refundable.

If conditions change rapidly, the Army Corps of Engineers and/or RD may require the course to be cancelled or altered. The race officials shall have full discretion to pull any swimmer from the water for safety reasons and to shorten the swimmers course. If danger occurs before the start of the event, the race will be postponed until conditions warrant, or the race will be cancelled. In the event of postponement, a restart will occur at the discretion of the race director.

In the event of this unexpected inclement weather, chain of command will initiate 3 sounds of the airhorn. Swimmers nearest boat will be escorted to shore/drop points based on safe distance at the discretion of the boat operator/safety official onboard, or swimmers will be directed to swim to shore and seek immediate shelter. When conditions are safe to do so, qualified race officials on land or via boat communication will direct swimmers back to HQ, or restart the swim. Every participant MUST be accounted before restarting the swim.

Checkpoints and Cut-offs

1. Checkpoints will be established that must be reached by a certain time in order to continue racing. Organizers reserve the right to modify these times during the race as conditions require.

2. A team that has abandoned the race shall report to the nearest checkpoint or race staff as soon as possible.

Athlete Conduct and Responsibilities

1. All athletes shall become familiar with, accept, and abide by, the race rules.

2. At all times, athletes shall be respectful of public and private property owners. Waste shall be disposed at designated aid stations ONLY. Toilet waste paper MUST be disposed of at designated aid stations, please carry appropriate supplies to conform to this provision. Failure to do so shall be cause for disqualification.

3. Athletes are participating with the full knowledge and acceptance of the risk of injury.

4. Athlete teams are REQUIRED to stop and offer aid, to the best of their ability, to fellow competitors in need, or as requested by race staff. Failure to do so will be grounds for disqualification without exception or recourse. This is the spirit of SwimRun that all competitors must abide by.

Parking

Check back for parking instructions.

Volunteer

If you are interested in volunteering for this event please click here.

Participants agree to permit the race organization to utilize photographs, video or film images taken during the event for use in marketing, press accounts, or publicity in print or digital form over all mediums of transmission.

questions

Sponsors can not answer questions regarding the event.

Course questions: Please direct any questions regarding the course to Jim Rainey at 770-926-2367 or jim@gamultisports.com.

Registration questions: Please direct any questions regarding the registration to  Belinda@gamultisports.com.

Sponsors