Kim's Water Ski Classic
- Date
- August 29, 2026
- Location
- 10200 Triplett Lane, Clio, MI
- Distance
- Spectator · Virtual Spectator
From the Organizer
The Rock CF Foundation is excited to present the 7th Annual Kim’s Water Ski Classic! Water skiers will be skiing at Hidden Lake in Clio, MI to take on cystic fibrosis on Saturday, August 29, 2026.
This year we are running a 3 round Class C and Class L tournament. Skiers will receive an event t-shirt and insulated tumbler. Spectators will receive a t-shirt and food and drink. Those who are interested in skiing in the tournament can register via USA Waterski here: Kim's Water Ski Classic - Skier Reg
Kim Montgomery is a longtime friend and supporter of the Rock CF Foundation. Diagnosed with cystic fibrosis in 1982 when she was 8 years old, Kim is now 52 and thriving. She began water skiing at age 4 and attributes an active lifestyle to keeping her healthy. She is so serious that she’s in the water skiing from April to October!
Time start: Class C and Class L will run concurrently starting at 8:00am
Participant Registration: Skier Registration Page
Spectator Ticket: T-shirt and decal - $30
Virtual Spectator: T-shirt and decal - $35 (includes shipping!)
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
78°
Typical Low
55°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Frankenmuth 1se, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Clio, MI
Population
2,165
as of 2023
Elevation
734 ft
Nearest Airport
FNT
Bishop International Airport · 14 mi
Major Hub
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 69 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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Coming Up
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Kim's Water Ski Classic?
- Kim's Water Ski Classic is a running race held in Clio, Michigan on August 29, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Kim's Water Ski Classic?
- Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Clio, Michigan at 10200 Triplett Lane, Clio, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Kim's Water Ski Classic?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Kim's Water Ski Classic
Aug 29, 2026