Date : Mar 14, 2026
Start : 10:00 AM
Pre-race Meeting: 9:00 AM at CBC boat launch
Level: 3+
Distance: 5/12 mi
Director : Kevin Olney
Phone: 360.220.0247
Race Guide:
Getting to the Start
Take I-5 exit 250 (from the North or South), head West, continue through the light on 12th Street, follow the 90 degree curve to the right, continue until you come to Harris Avenue. Turn left, approximate 1/2 mile down Harris, turn right into Fairhaven Trailer Launch Parking. Bathrooms are available. Start will be off the Fairhaven Trailer Launch.
Community Boating Center
555 Harris Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225
United States
Race Registration
Coming soon!
Race Course
There will be two separate course options:
12 mile Downwind:
Pro-style open water downwind option for the experienced racer. The exact course will be determined by the conditions on the day of the race. Shuttles will be provided from the CBC to the race start. Entries capped at 42 boats this year.
5 mile Bellingham Bay Loop:
Classic Rough Water course offering sheltered upwind sections and the best waves on the bay.
Conditions CAN BE a three on a scale of one to three. Lifejackets are required to be WORN, leashes required for surfski, OC, and SUP. Open to OCs, SUPs, HPKs, Kayaks, and Rowers. (remember, this can be rough water, be prepared!)
Entry Fees
5 Mile:
Sound Rowers Members: $25 per person
Non-members: $30 per person
Day of Registration: $40 per person
12 Mile:
Sound Rowers Members: $40 per person
Non-members: $50 per person
Awards
Ribbons awarded for 1st-3rd by category.
Special awards for top Female, Male and Mixed finishers
Grand Barnacle of the Bay