Welcome

The Naples Island Swim has a long history in Long Beach and the Long Beach Grunions are pleased to host the event on Sunday, July 27, 2008 Sunday, September 14, 2008. This year's event will consist of a 1-Mile Classic race through Rivo Alto Canal and around Treasure Island and a 3-Mile Challenge race around Naples Island. Even if you are not a swimmer, come out, enjoy the day, and cheer on these fantastic athletes.

After the race enjoy Long Beach, Belmont Shore, and Naples Island with their many attractions, restaurants, and outdoor activities. For a few suggestions, visit our Sponsors page.

Location

Alamitos Bay, at approximately 5437 E. Ocean Blvd, Long Beach. (Bay Shore and 54th Place between Ocean and 2nd St). Parking is available along Ocean Blvd and at the city lots at 54th Place and La Verne Ave for 25¢ for 15 minutes. Bring quarters. Definitely no parking after 9:00 AM along Bay Shore or 54th Place (Strict towing).

Time

Check-in: 7:00am
Registration and Check-in close @ 8:45am
1 Mile Classic starts at 9:00am
3 Mile Challenge starts at 9:20am

Entries & Fees

Open to all swimmers 18 years old or older as of July 27, 2008 September 14, 2008 with current United States Masters Swimming (USMS) registration. A copy of your USMS card MUST accompany each entry. Be prepared to show the card on race day!

Online registration is now closed. Beach registration will be available on the morning of the swim. You may download an entry form from this site to expedite your registration process. Note that there is no mail-in registration.

If you have previously registered and cannot join us for the swim on September 14, please contact us at naples@lbgrunions.com. We will then be able to refund your registration fee.
The Long Beach Grunions would like to thank all the swimmers for your patience and understanding as we had to postpone the Naples Island Swim originally scheduled for July 27.

Rules

2008 USMS rules will govern these races. ALL SWIMMERS MUST BE REGISTERED WITH UNITED STATES MASTERS SWIMMING (USMS).

Awards & T-Shirts

Special custom Naples Island Swim medals will be awarded to the top three competitors in each race, age group and gender. Wetsuits and neoprene caps are allowed, but swimmers wearing them are not eligible for awards. A custom T-Shirt to commemorate this year's event is included as part of your entry fee.

Conditions

Water temperature for this race ranges between 63-70 degrees in late July. The courses are located entirely within Alamitos Bay (no surf). Wetsuits and neoprene caps are allowed, but swimmers wearing them will not be eligible for awards. 3-Mile swimmers are encouraged to bring paddlers on paddleboards. Personal kayaks will not be permitted. Please note that due to course changes last year the 3-Mile Challenge is a little less than 3 miles and the 1-Mile Classic is slightly greater than 1 mile. A course map will be provided at the starting area and is also available here.

Time Limit

Anyone still in the water at 11:30am will be picked up and returned to the finish area.

Questions?

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