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SUN, July 28 – Race Day!

• 7:00 – 7:45am, registration and pickup of Swim Cap, T-shirt, and Timing Chip
• 7:45am, Race Director speech
• 7:50am, National Anthem
• 7:55am, walk to the swim start
• 8:05am, time trial start, four (4) swimmers every three (3) seconds
• 8:30am, breakfast on the beach
• 9:00am, awards
• 9:30am, kid’s race 200-yard swim

WHAT IS THE COST OF THE SWIM?
The registration fee for entries received between now and July 27 is $60.00. The registration fee for entries received on July 28 is $75.00. Payment is made by credit card through the on-line registration here.

CAN YOU ENTER THE DAY OF THE RACE?
Yes, you may enter on site race day between 7:00 AM-7:45 AM. Cash, check or credit payments are accepted. No refunds or substitutions on race day.

WHAT IS THE MINIMUM AGE TO PARTICIPATE?
Participants must be 16 years of age or older to compete in the timed trial one-mile race. Waiver requests are available for those under 16 and must include verification of successful completion of another long-distance open water swim within the last twelve months. Waiver decision of the Aquatics Director is final. We do host two ‘KIDS RACE’ short course events: 100 yards for ages 7-8, 9-10 and 200 yards for ages 11-12, 13-14.

WHAT IS THE ABILITY LEVEL NEEDED TO SWIM POINT-TO-POINT?
Point-To-Point is a one-mile open water swim which is 1650 yards or 66 laps (of 25 yards). Swimmers should be able to swim continuously and comfortably for 1-hour in order to participate.

WHAT IS THE SWIM COURSE FOR POINT-TO-POINT?
The start is near the cannons at Compo beach and swim half a mile and circle back to exit near the start.

IS THERE A TIME LIMIT ON THE SWIM?
Yes. There will be a 75-minute time limit for the swim. For safety reasons, those swimmers still in the water after 75 minutes will be instructed to swim to shore.

WHAT SUPPORT WILL BE THERE?
Compo Beach Lifeguards are in the water and on shore. Westport EMS is also on location during the swim.

WHAT IS THE CHECK-IN PROCEDURE FOR THE RACE?
Race packet pickup will be done at 7:00 AM at Compo Beach on the day of the swim, July 28. The packet pick-up is located under the Point-To-Point tent near the starting area. Early arrival is strongly recommended.

WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING TO CHECK-IN?
You are not required to bring anything to the check-in if you have pre-registered. If you are registering on the day off, please bring cash, check, or credit card.

WHERE DO I PARK THE DAY OF THE RACE?
Parking at Compo Beach is open to swim participants.

DO YOU PROVIDE STORAGE OF PERSONAL BELONGINGS DURING THE SWIM?
No. Participants should plan to make their own arrangements for personal belongings.

WHAT IS THE WATER TEMPERATURE USUALLY LIKE DURING POINT-TO-POINT?
The water temperature for the swim varies from year to year but the average water temperature for Compo Beach in July has been around 72 degrees. Generally, the water temperature isn’t a huge issue for most swimmers but there is a wetsuit optional entry.

CAN I WEAR A WETSUIT DURING THE SWIM?
Yes, you can choose to wear a wetsuit but would not qualify for awards.

DO I HAVE TO WEAR THE PROVIDED SWIM CAP?
Yes. The swim caps designate your official participation in the swim.

DO ALL SWIMMERS START AT THE SAME TIME?
The race starts at 8:05am, every three (3) seconds, four (4) swimmers will begin. Swimmers will rank themselves in order of predicted finish times.

WHAT DO I DO IF I NEED HELP DURING THE SWIM?
Swimmers needing assistance should stop swimming, float on their back, and raise their arm. This will alert rescue personnel to your need for assistance.

WHAT DO I DO IF I CHOOSE TO EXIT THE SWIM PRIOR TO FINISHING?
It is important that all swimmers dropping out of the swim prior to the finish check- in with lifeguard personnel, make their way to shore and check in at the tent. This allows rescue personnel to account for all swimmers.

HOW WILL THE SWIM BE TIMED?
All swimmers will be given Timing Chip with their Race Packet to wear on their ankle. After crossing the finish timing mat their time will be recorded electronically.

WHAT AWARDS WILL BE GIVEN AND WHEN ARE THEY AWARDED?
Top 3 Male and Top 3 Female Overall will be awarded following the swim. Bagels, water, fruit will be provided for all participants after the swim.

CAN I GET A REFUND IF I HAVE A CONFLICT AND CAN’T PARTICIPATE?
No, the Point-To-Point Swim has a no- refund policy.

ARE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO HELP PUT ON POINT-TO-POINT? HOW DO I VOLUNTEER?
Yes. We couldn’t put on this event without the help from our wonderful volunteers. We have volunteer opportunities (15 and over) to help with the “check-in” process the morning of the race and at the finish line. All volunteers get a Point-To-Point t- shirt. If you would like to volunteer, please email Josephine Rojas at jrojas@westporty.org.

ARE THERE ANY SWIM GROUPS THAT CAN HELP ME PREPARE FOR THIS RACE?
Yes, Westport Weston Family YMCA has a robust adult lap swim community. Join our Swim Fit or Master Swim group to get yourself in the best swim shape possible for the Point-To-Point.

LAST YEAR, I SAW SWIMMERS PULLING RAFTS, WHAT WAS THAT ABOUT?
myTeam Triumph is a non-profit organization that helps people with special needs participate in community events like this swim, 5k runs and Triathlons.  In the swim a team of 2 – 4 Angels (Volunteer Swimmers) take turns pulling a Captain (Special Needs Athlete) through the course.  If you’re interested in getting involved or know someone who could benefit from participating please visit www.myTeamTriumph-ct.org or email info@myTeamTriumph-ct.org.

MY QUESTION WAS NOT ANSWERED HERE. WHAT SHOULD I DO?
Please email your question to our COO, Christina Scherwin at cscherwin@westporty.org.