RSP3 Swim, Run and Paddle Event
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Multisports Events, a division of Multisports.com, announces the Surftech RSP3 (formerly the Surf Monkey), a swim, run, paddle experience for the whole family that will take place at the Oceanside Pier on Sunday, July 17th, 2011.
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OCEANSIDE, California - Multisports Events, a division of Multisports.com, announces the Surftech RSP3 (formerly the Surf Monkey), a swim, run, paddle experience for the whole family that will take place at the Oceanside Pier on Sunday, July 17th, 2011.
“We’re proud to partner with our new title sponsor, Surftech, to bring the RSP3 – Run, Swim, Paddle, Presented by Roadrunner Sports and Clif Bar. Formerly known as the Surf Monkey, the Surftech RSP3 is a great mix of endurance sports that brings athletes from many disciplines to the Oceanside Pier for a day of great competition & fun.
The event also includes a Sports and Fitness Expo featuring Live Music and great food. For multisport athletes who want to ride their bicycles to the event, there will be a secure bike valet where bicycles can be stored while the participant is racing.
This family oriented day of racing is comprised of 1-mile open water swim around the Oceanside Pier, a 5km FLAT AND FAST RUN/WALK on the OCEANSIDE STRAND, a 3 & 6-mile paddleboard / SUP race, and a 1-Mile RUN/WALK – including a KID’s event. Stand Up Paddle Demo boards will be available throughout the day and, to add a little more excitement to the day, the race hosts are adding an Elite SUP Surf Race around the Pier.
Race Director Paul Huddle explains; “There is something for everyone. Every member of the family can compete in one of the three events and no one needs to feel left out. When not racing, you can enjoy the Expo & live music instead of rushing home because you feel guilty. Hardcore competitors have the option of doing 2 or all 3 events with a chance to win the most coveted trophy in sport: the Surf Monkey.
The City of Oceanside offers a beautiful backdrop and great weather for running, swimming, and paddling and the Pier offers the perfect venue for this unique competition. “Our goal as event organizers is to create a community celebration of the healthy, athletic Lifestyle we enjoy as residents of North County San Diego,” said Swim/Paddle Course Director Dan Van Dyck.
This year the expo will be featuring live music from the home town band, Tower Seven. “You definitely want to bring the family and spend the whole day at the beach. We’ve got great food, entertainment, a jumpy for the kids, and the best beach in North County. The expo festivities are free to the public,” said Roch Frey, partner at Multisports.com.
Event Schedule:
7:00am – 1-mile Open Water Swim around Oceanside Pier
8:00am – 5km Run/Walk
9:00am – 3-mile & 6-mile SUP/Paddleboard Race (WPA Sanctioned)
9:20am – 1-mile Run/Walk – Open Women
9:40am – 1-mile Run/Walk – Open Men
10:00am – 1-mile Run/Walk – Kids
11:00 am – SUP Sprint Race
For more information and registration, go to www.RSP3Race.com
Will you be paddling in the RSP3?
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Morgan Becker
After spending the first part of her life in Minnesota, Morgan traded in her snow boots for sandals and moved to sunny California. After graduating with a degree in Communication from The University of Southern California, she eventually made her way down south to San Diego and is taking advantage of the living by the best beaches and burritos California has to offer. If it’s sunny, you can find her at the beach relaxing, or exploring the calm water in the bay via paddleboards and kayaks.
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