
From the Organizer
Swim support costs range from $3,600 for individual swimmers to $5,600 for a six person relay, including private safety motorboat escort, dedicated kayaker, observer, GPS swim tracking, and exclusive swag. A $750 deposit is required at registration, with the full amount due by June 15.
To participate, all applicants must complete a 3-hour qualifying swim by July 15 as proof of their endurance and readiness.
Start Location: East 26th Street, Manhattan
Finish Location: Steeplechase Pier, Coney Island
Distance: 17M | 27.5K
Time Limit: 8 hrs
Swim Support Cost:
Events
Weather
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
81°
Typical Low
70°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Molloy Cercom, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
34 ft
Nearest Airport
ISP
Long Island MacArthur Airport · 4 mi
Major Hub
JFK
John F. Kennedy International Airport · 39 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
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Rose Pitonof Swim
Aug 8, 2026