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Pier-to-Pier Swim

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Santa Cruz Pier to Pier Swim: Sunday October 8, 2023 - REGISTRATION FULL

A challenging 10K+ Open Water Swim for experienced open water swimmers
This swim begins at the Capitola Wharf and ends at the Santa Cruz Wharf. Space is limited.

When: Sunday October 8, 2023
Where: Capitola Beach to Cowell Beach
Distance: 10k

THIS IS A DEEP WATER OFF-SHORE SWIM FOR EXPERIENCED COLD WATER MARATHON SWIMMERS.
Wetsuits, hands paddles, pull buoys, and fins are NOT permitted.
The following cutoff times will be strictly enforced.
  • SC3 Buoy, 3.5k - 90 minutes (1.5 hours)
  • Mile Buoy, 7.4k - 200 minutes (3.3 hours)
  • Cowell Beach, 10k, 270 minutes (4.5 hours)

ALL SWIMMERS MUST PROVIDE THEIR OWN SAFETY PADDLERS. Paddlers must carry a compass and GPS. Kayakers must wear a coast guard approved PFD (life vest) at all times. Prone Paddlers, it is suggested you wear a leash.

REGISTRATION FOR THE 2023 SWIM IS NOW FULL

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For Pier to Pier race results between 1996 and 2005, go here.