The 750 meter
swim is held in a sheltered portion of Willoughby Bay, adjacent to the
sea plane ramps on the Naval Air Station. The swim course is triangular
in shape and is swum in a counter - clockwise direction. During conditions
of high wind, the water may become choppy (1-2 foot chop). The water
temperature is expected to be 65-72°F and the actual temperature
will be posted at Packet Pick-up. Wetsuits will be allowed as per USAT
rules (78°F and below: wet suits are allowed and will not affect
award eligibility; over 78°F up to and including 84°F: wetsuits
are allowed, however, competitors wearing wetsuits are NOT eligible
for awards; above 84°F: NO WET SUITS ALLOWED). Swim caps are required
and will be provided. Competitors will start in waves (or heats) at
4-minute intervals with an in-the-water start.