The top 15 estimated spots for both male and female participants will be determined by the Race Director based on information from other races and previous HOD triathlon results. The top 15 seeded men and women (which equals a total of 30 participants) will begin in an elite wave start at 6:30 a.m. -  all others will start in a staggered start format with one participant starting every 3 seconds. The staggered start format will flow  based on the order of registration.  These formats are put in place to ensure the race operates as smooth and safe as possible, for ALL participants. 

You will keep the buoys to your RIGHT during the entire swim.

The swim is 1/2 mile.

Swim caps are not required but are recommended for your safety. In the effect swim caps are provided by the race committee, they will be required to be worn by USAT.  Swim caps increase your visibility so that our water safety team can spot you in the effect that you need assistance.