Great Hudson River 2.8 Mile Swim (organized until 2004)

The GHRS consists of a 2.8 Mile swim from the 79th Street Boat Basin to the Pier 62 at 23rd Street on the west side of Manhattan in the Hudson river. The swim requires a major commitment to proper training and open water experience. You may experience strong currents during the swim. Motorized Boats with special flags will mark the course line from the start to the finish.

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Date:

08/03/1997 (Sunday)

Distance:

2.8 M

Check In:

10:00 AM (79th Street Boat Basin)

Start:

11:00 AM

79th Street Boat Basin, West Side of Manhattan, Hudson River, New York City

Finish:

Chelsea Waterside Park (Chelsea Piers ), Pier 62, 23rd Street

Time Limit:

2 hours

Field Size:

Maximum field of 100

Fees:

$60 (by the July 12th Deadline) Late Fee: $75 (by July 19th) Entry fee is not refundable (unless you are denied entry)

Age Requirement:

15 years and over

Predicted Water Conditions:

Seasonal Temperature 71oF There can be a substantial amount of chop in the water from wind and tide action. The waterways are saltwater and there is shipping traffic. There may be random jetsam and flotsam In the waterways.

Previous Year's Water Temp:

Not Available on 08/03/1996
Not Available on 08/03/1995
Not Available on 08/03/1994
Not Available on 08/03/1993
Not Available on 08/03/1992

NYC SWIM

Great Hudson River 2.8 Mile Swim (organized until 2004)