ÖTILLÖ Casco Bay USA
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ÖTILLÖ Casco Bay USA : Race overview
ÖTILLÖ Casco Bay USA is a swimrun event held across the islands of Casco Bay off Portland, Maine. The event uses island ferries to transport athletes and volunteers to their start lines; ferry tickets for athletes and volunteers are included. Spectators must arrange their own transport and the public ferry back to the mainland operates on a first-come, first-served basis after the race. The main finish and post race area is at the Peaks Island Lion’s Club.
Three race distances are offered:
- Casco Bay Experience - total 9,705 m (swim 1,635 m; run 8,070 m)
- Casco Bay Sprint - total 16,930 m (swim 3,230 m; run 13,700 m)
- Casco Bay World Series - total 35,165 m (swim 7,940 m; run 27,225 m)
Mandatory packet pickup takes place the day before at Holiday Inn Portland-by-the-Bay; a race morning packet pickup add-on is available on a limited basis. Mandatory race gear includes race-provided items (color coded swim cap, bib, timing chip, and an auto-inflating personal flotation device for solo racers) and athlete-provided items (shoes, wetsuit, whistle, compression bandage, and a tether). Course safety cut-offs are in place at multiple islands to protect participants and the safety team.
Aid stations supply plain water and electrolyte-infused water plus gels, and trash must be disposed of in designated bags. Awards recognize top three teams and top three solo finishers in each distance. Volunteers receive a shirt and a meal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
