FAQs

If the event is sold out, can I be put on a wait list?

No. Once the event is sold out, we will not be taking any other entries or have any wait lists.

Can I check in on Sunday?

Yes, but we strongly recommend that you pick up your packet on Saturday. Sunday there will be long lines and waits, and the race will not start late due to late check-ins.

Can my relay teammates pick up my packet for me, or can someone else pick up my packet for me?

No, all relay teams must pick up their packets together. All individuals must pick up their own packets and bring photo ID.

Can I sign up the day of the event?

Registration will available the day of the race if the event is not sold out. It is expected the event will sell out, early registration is highly reccomended.

Do I need to wear a wetsuit?

USAT rules stipulate that each age group participant shall be permitted to wear a wetsuit without penalty in any sanctioned event up to and including a water temperature of 78 degrees Fahrenheit. When the water temperature is greater than 78 degrees, but less than 84 degrees Fahrenheit, age group participants may wear a wetsuit at their own discretion, provided however that participants who wear a wetsuit within this temperature range shall not be eligible for prizes or awards. Age group participants shall not wear wetsuits in water temperatures equal to or greater than 84 degrees Fahrenheit.

Can I rent a wetsuit for the race?

XTERRA WETSUIT RENTALS are available for the Nautica South Beach Triathlon. Xterra Wetsuits, an official sponsor of the Nautica South Beach Triathlon, has XTERRA WETSUITS available to rent. A triathlon specific wetsuit will improve your overall swim performance. The rental cost is $49 plus shipping. Please click here for more information or to place your order.

Is the swim start a mass start or wave start?

The start of the race will be in waves.

Can I run with an MP3 Player?

No participant shall, at any time during the event use or wear a hard cast, headset, radio, personal audio device, or any other item deemed dangerous by the Head Referee. Any violation of this shall result in a variable time penalty.

What is the mountain bike division?

The mountain bike division is for those people who are racing using a mountain bike instead of a road bike.  The width of your tires must be 1.75 inches or larger.  These tires can be smooth, knobby, or with tred.

Will there be bike tech available on the course?

Yes, bike tech on the course will be provided by Andante Bikes.

Do you offer refunds?

No, there are no refunds or transfers offered on the event registration. 

Can I transfer my individual race entry to another person?

No, individual registrations MAY NOT be transferred from one person to another.  Relay teams may switch members and should contact mesp@mesp.com to do so.

Is there a published list of participants?

Yes, a list of participants will be posted on the website 2 weeks out from race day.

If you are going to have your bike sent to South Beach for the Nautica South Beach Triathlon...

-Miami Bicycle Beach Center can help! For more information, please contact the Miami Beach Bicycle Center at 305-531-4161. They are conveniently located just down the street from the race, so you don’t have to travel far the get your bike. Miami Beach Bicycle Center, 601 5th Street, Miami Beach, FL 33139.

-Andante Bikes in Miami will assemble your bike, take your bike to the race, pick up your bike from race, repack and send it out. Participants are also responsible for shipping charges and assembly charges. Please call Andante Bikes for details at 786-303-6735. Andante Bikes, 14317 SW 142 Avenue, Miami FL 33186.

If you are coming from New York City, you can bring your bike to any of the three Toga Bikes locations in the area. Participants are responsible for shipping charges and assembly charges.

-Gotham Bikes Downtown, 112 West Broadway, New York, NY 10013. (212) 732-2453
-Toga Bikes Westside, 110 West End Avenue, New York, NY 10023. (212) 799-2834
-Toga Bikes Nyack, 530 N Highland Avenue, Upper Nyack, NY 10960. (845) 358-3455

If you are coming in from Los Angeles, you can bring your bike to one of the following locations in the area and they will ship your bike for you. Participants are responsible for shipping charges and assembly charges.

-Tri Zombies, 3216 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90404. (310) 315-1485
-Newbury Park Bicycle Shop, 1560-6 Newbury Rd., Newbury Park, CA 91320. (805) 498-7714