Name: Sasamat Mudskipper SwimRun Challenge and Open Water Swim
Start: 2023-09-17T09:00:00-07:00
Location: White Pine Beach Road, Belcarra, BC, Canada

Welcome to the

Sasamat Mudskipper SwimRun Challenge and Open Water Swim

Canaqua Sports third event for the 2023 Open Water Swim and SwimRun season.

September 17, 2023

Sasamat Lake, White Pine Beach, and Belcarra Regional Park

Port Moody, B.C.

Sasamat Open Water Swim III

Distances 1.0K, 3.0K, and 5.0K

Come out for a great swim at Sasamat Lake and join us for our final open-water swim of the season in the Vancouver area.

We are proud to Welcome the British Military Open Water Swim Team to our Open Water Swim!

"The British Army Open Water Swim team is excited to be competing in the Canaqua Sports Event, Sasamat as part of our exhibition across Canada. We would like to take this opportunity to cheer on those competing in the Summer Invictus Games in Dusseldorf on 9-16 September 2023 and promote the Winter Invictus Games that will be taking place in Vancouver and Whistler on 6-17 February 2025. Information can be found now at www.invictusgamesfoundation.org"

Come out and swim or watch as they prepare for the 2025 Invictus Games

Sasamat Mudskipper SwimRun Challenge

As we continue to grow the sport of SwimRun in the Vancouver area we invite all area endurance athletes to come out to Sasamat Park for one final try at this incredible event. With distances of 9K and 23K this event has something for everyone. so come out and give swimrun a try!

For those of you interested in the ultimate swimrun event, we are excited to offer our Fresh and Salty SwimRun Challenge that starts with a freshwater swim in Sasamat Lake, followed by a run to Belcarra Park and some saltwater swimming before finishing back at Sasamat Lake. One of the most unique events in the world and a B.C. Original!

NEW DIVISION

Introducing

Mudskipper Teams

Due to popular demand, we are pleased to introduce our newest Swimrun division. Mudskipper Teams

Grab a partner and complete the Mudskipper Teams Swimrun Challenge - Sasamat as a team.

Registration fees

Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees

1.0K Swim Closed

Online registration closed

Come and Swim 1 lap of our beautiful course at Sasamat Lake. A great way to start the season
1. $55.00
  
  Early Bird Pricing
  
  Dec 12 – Apr 3
2. $65.00
  
  Apr 3 – Jun 29
3. $75.00
  
  Jun 30 – Sept 14

3.0K Swim Closed

Online registration closed

A longer swim for those who are looking for an extra challenge
1. $65.00
  
  Early bird Pricing
  
  Dec 12 – Apr 3
2. $75.00
  
  Apr 3 – Jun 29
3. $85.00
  
  Jun 30 – Sept 14

5.0 K Swim Closed

Online registration closed

Enjoy our longest swim of the season, 5K in Beautiful Sasamat Lake!
1. $70.00
  
  Early Bird Pricing
  
  Dec 12 – Apr 3
2. $80.00
  
  Apr 3 – Jun 29
3. $90.00
  
  Jun 30 – Sept 14

Sasamat Mudskipper SwimRun Challenge Closed

Online registration closed

Join us for the final event of the season in Belcarra Regional Park. Start with a swim in Sasamat Lake, and run through this beautiful park over our 20K distance
1. $105.00
  
  Dec 12 – Apr 3
2. $115.00
  
  Apr 3 – Jun 30
3. $125.00
  
  Jul 1 – Sept 14

Sasamat Mudskipper Swimrun Challenge 10K Closed

Online registration closed

Is the longer event more than you want to try? Then challenge yourself along our 10K distance. A great way to give SwimRun a try!
1. $85.00
  
  Dec 12 – Mar 30
2. $95.00
  
  Mar 31 – Jun 30
3. $105.00
  
  Jul 1 – Sept 14

Sasamat Mudskipper Team Swimrun Challenge 20 K Closed

Online registration closed

Something new from the Mudskipper SwimRun Challenge. Mudskipper Teams adds a new dimension to our swimrun events with the traditional team format with 2 member teams competing together to complete the event.
1. $115.00
  
  Per Person
  
  Dec 12 – Jun 30
2. $125.00
  
  Per Person
  
  Jul 1 – Sept 14

Sasamat Open Water Swim

Welcome to Sasamat Lake, located in Belcarra Regional Park in the lower mainland of British Columbia.

Home of the

Sasamat Open Water Swim

Sasamat Open Water Swim

Our final Swim event of the season is once again at Sasamat Lake

The race consists of 1, 3, or 5 laps in Sasamat Lake, with each loop being 1.0 K of swimming.

Enjoy your swim, and start getting ready for next year!

Race Info

Location: Belcarra Regional Park - Port Moody

Check-in: 8.00 - 8.45 AM

Racing starts at9:00 AM

Facilities & Food:

Washrooms will be available
Food will be provided

Race Details:

Swim caps will be provided for each swimmer and MUST BE WORN for identification purposes during the race
A number will be inked on upper back/shoulder of each participant
Water temperature at this time of year ranges between 60 - 70 degrees Fahrenheit, making wetsuits optional but recommended.
There will not be a "rain date" and a delay (or cancellation) would only occur in the event of lightning

Sasamat Mudskipper SwimRun Challenge

Welcome to the 3rd event of the 2023 Mudskipepr SwimRun Challenge in the Lower Mainland area, where you can swim in beautiful Sasamat Lake and run along the surrounding trails, and then swim in the salty waters of Belcarra Park.

MAPS

23K course

Stages 1 and 2

Stages 3 and 4

Stages 5 and 6

Stages 7 and 8

Stages 9 and 10

SwimRun Characteristics

For those of you who are new to the sport of SwimRun, we understand that it may seem like a very daunting sport. Swimming with Paddles and with your shoes on, Running in a wetsuit. Yes, this is all very different and has helped to make SwimRun a very unique sport. Here are some of the basics that you will need to know about SwimRun. If you have any questions please feel free to email us at info@canaquasports.com and we will be happy to give you tips to get started

Equipment

Wetsuit
Wearing of wetsuits is optional for most SwimRun Challenge events. For those who prefer to wear a wetsuit, you don’t need to have a SwimRun-specific model to take part – any swimming (Tri) wetsuit will do so long as you can move freely enough in it to run and it will keep you warm enough on long swims.

Shoes

The shoes you wear for SwimRun not only need to be comfortable for the long distances of technical trail running that you’ll be doing in your race but also need to be suitable for use in the water. Make sure they are a snug fit so they don’t come off when swimming and that they don’t soak up much water and drain well. Running with wet shoes on slippery rocks requires good traction so Good grip soles are essential!

Swim cap

In many SwimRun competitions, the organizer provides a swimming cap (we will be providing Canaqua Sports swim caps). These are mandatory for all participants

Accessories

Goggles

Goggles are essential to avoid getting water in your eyes. You will need to have clear vision for sighting in open water. Cold water can also be quite uncomfortable on the face and eyes so covering up helps a lot! Goggles come in all shapes and sizes so try lots on and select a pair that fits your face well. Test them well in open water before hand – there is nothing more irritating than leaky goggles! It might be worth having a couple of pairs at the ready with different lenses. On dull days clear lenses will be best but on bright sunny days a tinted or polarised pair will help stop glare from the water. Some participants carry a second pair of spare goggles incase they lose them whilst running. Think about how you are going to carry them if you take them off your head to run.

Hand paddles

Many people use hand paddles for SwimRun. These add some extra power to your strokes by increasing the ‘catch’ are of your hand. There are many different types of paddles on the market, but you’ll need some that have straps to hold it on your hand or they can easily come off and be lost in open water. You’ll also need to think about how you are going to carry them on your runs and practice your transitions – getting out on rocky ground is hard when your have paddles on your hands!

If you decide to use paddles you must train with them a lot! Using paddles takes good technique and puts a lot of strain on your shoulders and back muscles. You need to build up the strength to be able to use them over long distances. If you don’t you will soon find you get very tired and worse you can injure yourself!

Pull buoy

SwimRun rules state that you can use any flotation aids so long as they are no bigger than 100 cm x 60 cm! Most people use a pull buoy.This float, which you hold between your legs instead of kicking, gives you extra buoyancy and allows you to save your legs during the swims. You’ll appreciate this when it is time to run! Using a pull buoy is generally why people decide to use the hand paddles as the extra propulsion makes up for the loss of the power from the kick. Pull buoys come in different shapes and sizes – what you use depends really on how much lift you need in your legs. For example, if you have a short wetsuit and heavy trainers you’ll need a bigger float.

Event schedule

Sun, September 17, 2023 8:00 a.m. - Onsite Registration and check-in
Sun, September 17, 2023 8:45 a.m. - Mandatory Race Briefing
Sun, September 17, 2023 9:00 a.m. - Sasamat Open Water Swim 1.0K and 5.0K start
Sun, September 17, 2023 9:15 a.m. - Sasamat Fresh and Salty Mudskipper SwimRun Challenge starts
Sun, September 17, 2023 11:00 a.m. - Sasamat Open Water Swim 3.0K start

Contact information

Event contact: Serge Score
Email: sergescore@telus.net
Phone: +1 604-802-2395
Website: Visit website