Mammoth Marathon
Calling all fun and adventure seekers, this is the event you have been waiting for!
Over the course of 2 days, we host a variety of race events with courses of varying size and difficulty, including the BIG race around Toronto Island. Open to racers of all ages and skill levels. Rain or shine.
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Saturday, September 21, 2024 - Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP) and Surf Ski Races
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Sunday, September 22, 2024 - Windsurf, Windfoil and Wingfoil Races
Register for one day or both - for racers who finish both the SUP and windsurf races, cumulative time will be calculated and ranked for Super Mammoth winner (combined SUP/windsurf).
Registration now open.
Please read the Notice of Race details.
Schedule of Events
Saturday, September 21, 2024
8:00 am - Volunteer Check-in
8:30 am - Competitors Check-in
8:45 am - Boat Skippers, Crew and Photographers Meeting
9:00 am - Competitors Meeting
10:00 am - SUP Long Course 14.4 km race around Toronto Island*
11:00 am - SUP Medium Course 7km race (minimum 4 racers)
12:00 pm - SUP Short Course (Kids 12 and under)
12:30 pm - Lunch
1:00 pm - Awards and prize draws
Sunday, September 22, 2024
8:30 am - Volunteer Check-in
9:00 am - Competitors Check-in
9:30 am - Boat Skippers, Crew and Photographers Meeting
10:00 am - Competitors Meeting
11:00 am - Medium and Long Course 14.4 km around Toronto Island*
11:30 am - Short Course / LTW Student Course** (~ 1 hour)
1:00 pm - Lunch
2:30 pm - Awards and prize draws
* Note that Long Course participants that do not make it to T4 by a certain time will be redirected to the Medium Course.
**LTW Students in the Stay Hooked program must register online through this page AND contact Simon to make arrangements for equipment no later than Thursday September 19, 2024 at 5:00 pm.
To ensure the safety and enjoyment of all participants scheduled routes and start times are subject to change on the day of the event.
Course Routes
There are 3 races courses to choose from on each day:
- Round the Island (Long Course) - 14.4 km around Toronto Island
- Outer Harbour (Medium Course) - 5-7 km course within the Outer Harbour
- Learn to Windsurf (Short Course) - for beginners, SUP kids (12 and under), and LTW participants in the Stay Hooked windsurf program.
The route for the 14.4 km course around Toronto Island can be viewed by clicking here. Racers must keep away from the buoys near the island airport, you may be prosecuted and subject to a hefty fine if you enter the "Keep Out Zone" marked by these buoys. The direction of the course will be determined by the wind direction on race day.
The route for all other races will be determined on the morning of the races depending on wind and weather conditions.
Please select the the course best suited to your skill and ability during registration. Changes will be permitted on the day of the event to ensure everyone's comfort and safety.
Safety - Mandatory requirements
Registration and Inclusions
- 2-Day Participation - $85 in advance / $95 thereafter
- Adult (18+) - $60 in advance / $65 thereafter
- Youth (17 & under) - $30
- Lunch only - $25
Rates above are $CAD, inclusive of tax.
Advance registration and prices available online until 5:00 pm on Friday September 20, 2024. Participants can also register onsite on the day of the event.
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All participants must check in upon arrival to receive their race bib.
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Lunch will be provided for all participants, included in the cost of registration. Additional lunch tickets can be purchased for friends and family coming to cheer you on.
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Awards and prize draws will begin once all racers have returned to shore.
Parking
Parking at the club is limited. As a courtesy to those that carry their boards with them in their car we kindly ask that all others park at the main Cherry Beach parking lot (west of the club) or find alternative transportation (bike, walk, skate, TTC, carpool, etc).
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Want to join the fun without racing?
Volunteers required to support race day operations include: registration, time keeping, lunch service, boat support and photography. Please register in advance and indicate your volunteer preference in the comments section.
Volunteer work qualifies for member and high school volunteer hours. Register here!
Big Thank you to our Sponsors!!!
May the warmth last long and the wind blow strong!!!
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