2022 Speedo SALT Series AMI Hogfish Swim Athlete Guide

A NOTE FROM THE SALTY CREW To say that we are excited to welcome you to the 3rd Annual Speedo SALT Series, AMI Hogfish Swim would be an understatement. Hard to believe we are already in the third year of this Series. What a roller coaster it has been, but we are forever grateful for the amazing people this Series has brought into our lives. Swimmers, volunteers, supporters, and locals, you’ve all kept us smiling, and proud of the work we do to create a unique experience for our Salty Family.

This island will forever hold a special place in our hearts, as it was “where it all started” with our Series. A slice of Old Florida neatly tucked along the Gulf, this island is one of our favorite places to escape the world, and enjoy a weekend. Amazing restaurants, incredible beaches, and an open water culture growing by the day thanks to it’s dedicated community (Go Hogfish!)

We hope you’ll take the time to explore, have an adventure, and make an island story all your own.

See you soon!

- Salty Crew

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Saturday, Jan. 29, 2022 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Packet Pick Up Location: Floridays Woodfire Grill & Bar, 12332 Manatee Ave. West, Bradenton FL Join us in celebrating the start of the 2022 Speedo SALT Series Season and the amazing community that is open water swimming. Enjoy the custom race beverage and meeting/seeing your Series friends.

Sunday, Jan. 30, 2022 Race Day Timeline 7:30 am – Athlete Check-In/Body Marking Opens 8:30 am – Swim Course Review – Q&A 9:00 am – 2.4-mile Race Begins 9:10 am – 1.2-mile Race Begins Awards Ceremony will take place on the beach after results have been finalized for each event.

COURSE DETAILS Beach Start into the water Turn right at the orange/yellow arch (Turn 1) Swim straight keeping buoys on your left Large Yellow Triangle Buoys signal approx. halfway to the Turn Buoys Turn left 90 degrees at the Large Orange Buoy (Turn 2) Continue to next Large Orange Buoy Turn left 90 degrees at Large Orange Buoys (Turn 3) Continue straight passing another Large Yellow Buoy At the 3rd Large Orange Buoy turn 90 degrees left (Turn 4) Continue straight in towards the finishline Keep all of the inflatable things on your left 1.2 Mile swimmers finish under the finish line arch 2.4 Mile swimmers will continue for an additional lap *Course direction may change due to weather

What to Remember No Matter What 1.2 Mile = 1 Lap 2.4 Mile = 2 Laps Turn right to swim through the orange/yellow arch Keep the Buoys on your Left Go around the Turn Buoys (Large Orange Triangles) Don’t Cut Corners (you’re better than that!)

SIGHT! & please don’t head to Mexico!

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RACE RULES Bib Number/Body Marking You will be assigned a bib number.

If you are not wearing a wetsuit, mark your left and right upper 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.

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.

For your safety, every swimmer must check in at the registration tent on race morning to pick up their chip.

78

degrees Wetsuits will be legal if the water temp is 78 or under.

You must wear the swim cap provided to you for your specific race.

1.2 2.4

mile time limit 1:10 (1 Hr & 10 Min) mile time limit 2:20 (2 Hr & 20 Min)

You may not switch distances once the race has started

For Athletes and Spectators Masks suggested in the registration and start/finish line areas when not racing, or actively eating/drinking.

Maintain social distancing – 6 feet.

Please wash hands frequently.

If you feel sick, please go home.

Safety Guidelines

Listen to and respect event staff.

Registration /Athlete Check-In One-way flow of packet pick up to allow for social distancing.

Hand sanitizers readily available.

Athletes will be required to wear a face covering to packet pick up/registration.

Athletes will be temperature checked during step 1 in the check-in process.

Body Marking Hand Sanitizer and Wipes will be available at the body marking table for athletes to sanitze markers before/ after use.

Athletes are encouraged to body mark themselves prior to arriving for optimal safety.

Start Line Spectators are not allowed in the start corral.

Athletes are encourged to line up seeding themselves according to the speed in which they swim (faster towards the front, and moving backwards from there).

Finish Line One way flow of the finish line food table.

Water/Gatorade will be available in pre-filled cups If re-filling a reusable water bottle, athletes are encouraged to use a sanitizing wipe to touch button (will be provided on table).

Hand Sanitizer will be available on table.

In the case of inclement weather, athletes will be instructed to seek shelter in their vehicles or their hotel rooms, rather than congregate under shelters.

Speedo SALT Series AMI Hogfish Swim Supporters

AMI Hogfish Swim Jan 30, 2022 Anna Maria Island, FL 1.2 Mile, 2.4 Mile Open Water

Deluna’s Swim Apr 23, 2022 Pensacola, FL .6 Mile, 1.2 Mile, 2.4 Mile Open Water

Speedo SALT Series Training Camp Jun 2022 Locaton TBD

Swim for Alligator Lighthouse Sept 10, 2022 Islamorada, FL 8 Mile Open Water, Relay Options

Amelia Island Challenge Oct 2022 Fernadina Beach, FL 1 Mile, 5K

Southern Cross Dec 3, 2022 Fort Myers Beach, FL 1 Mile, 5K Open Water

www.saltysportssociety.com

Age Group Awards Speedo SALT Series swimmers will be eligible for both Event Age Group Awards and earn points for the 2022 Speedo SALT Series Age Group High Point Championship.

Female - 13 & Under Male - 13 & Under Female - 14-19 Male - 14-19 Female - 20 - 29 Male - 20 - 29 Female - 30 - 39 Male - 30 - 39 Female - 40 - 49 Male - 40 - 49 Female - 50 - 59 Male - 50 - 59 Female 60 - 69 Female 60 - 69 Female - 70 + Up Male - 70 + Up 2022 Year End High Point Awards will be awarded during the Buoy Ball.

These awards will go to swimmers with the highest points in each age group/gender over the season.

Swimmers must compete in a muinmum of 2 races in 2022 to earn a high point award.

AREA INFO Parking

Free Swim Parking is available at Coquina Beach South Entrance.

We encourage athletes to arrive early.

Parking for the Happy Hour is available in front of Floridays Woodfire Bar and Grill.

Things To Do Helpful Links

We encourage our athletes to enjoy everything the Bradenton Area has to offer: Bradenton Area Sports Commission Visit Bradenton

Our Favorites

Bean Point Longboat Key Downtown Bradenton DeSoto National Memorial Beach Beer Can Island

Food and Beverage

Floridays Woodfire Bar & Grill Uncle Nick’s Bagels Square Grouper