Stoked To Go Out ®
- Date
- May 16, 2026
- Distance
- Stoked To Go Out Pier To Pier Open Water Swim
From the Organizer
13TH ANNUAL GREY LISTON MEMORIAL PIER TO PIER OPEN WATER SWIM / STOKED TO GO OUT!
Stoked (adjective) – slang
Being in an enthusiastic or exhilarated state
The annual Stoked To Go Out (STGO) open water swim is exactly that – a gathering of outdoor enthusiasts, exhilarated to get out there, charge it, take the bull by the horns, meet the challenge head-on, commit, and take the literal plunge. Inspired by the life and legacy of Grey Liston, the STGO open water swim takes participants 1.7 miles from pier-to-pier in the Atlantic Ocean, off the picturesque coast of Wrightsville Beach, NC.
And, since all STGO proceeds benefit the UNCW Grey Liston Scholarship in Athletics Endowment fund, not only does this event honor the spirit of Grey and drive our mission to battle complacency in life, it also allows for us all to enable the education and participation of future swimmers and divers.
Stay Stoked and join us on May 16, 2026!
The Stoked To Go Out Race Team.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Stoked To Go Out ®?
- Stoked To Go Out ® is a running event held in Wrightsville Beach, NC. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Stoked To Go Out ®?
- Saturday, May 16, 2026 in Wrightsville Beach, NC at Bluewater Waterfront Grill, Wrightsville Beach, NC. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Stoked To Go Out ®?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Stoked To Go Out ®
May 16, 2026