MCW The Tatum Classic

We’re thrilled to introduce an all-new, adrenaline-packed race experience coming to Staten Island — Freshkills Park Presents: The Shaolin Showdown on Sunday, April 26, 2026!

This event brings together trail runners and mountain bikers for a one-of-a-kind challenge in one of New York’s most scenic natural spaces!

🔥 Why You’ll Love The Shaolin Showdown

Scenic course at Freshkills Park — a beautiful, rugged park space on Staten Island.

Multiple ways to compete:

• 5-Mile Run — perfect for runners looking for distance and dirt trails.

• Duathlon (Run + Mountain Bike Loop) — test your endurance and bike skills.

• Mountain Bike Races — choose from multiple distances for all skill levels.

Unique combined timing competition where run + bike performance counts toward special prizes.

🎯 Early Bird Pricing Is Happening Now!

Sign up before March 1 at 11:59 PM EST to lock in the lowest rates for the 5-Mile Run and other race categories.

Whether you’re chasing a personal best, competing with friends, or just looking for a new challenge this spring — join us at Freshkills Park for the inaugural Shaolin Showdown!

See you at the start line!

To join the Duathlon or just the bike race click here: www.Bikereg.com

Long Branch Ocean Mile Swim

Sunday - August 3

Long Branch Ocean Mile Registration

COST:

• $30: Before August 1

• $40: August 1

• $50 RACE DAY!!

RESULTS:

• 2025

• 2024

• 2023

• 2022

• 2021

• 2019

• 2018

• 2017

• 2016

• 2015

• 2014

WHAT:

We're looking forward to welcoming you back to the 2026 Long Branch Ocean Mile Swim. The race will again follow a rectangular course, with both the start AND finish in Pier Village...

WHERE:

Pier Village

66 Centennial Drive

Long Branch, NJ 07740

*This address will bring you within 50m of the gazebo where packet pick-up is located...but the closer you can park to the beach, the better.

Parking is FREE until 10am, so if you intend to stay past 10am, please be sure you pay the meters.

WHEN:

Sunday – August 2

• Packet Pick-up: 630-730am

• Race Start: 8am

FAQ's:

• What is the typical water temperature?

o Ocean temperatures are typically in the high 60s/low-70s.

• Are wetsuits allowed?

o Wetsuits are allowed, but those wearing wetsuits are not eligible for awards.

• How is the course set up?

o The race will follow a rectangular course, with both the start AND finish in Pier Village.

• Is there a cut-off time?

• All racers will be removed from the course 1-hour 10-minutes after the start.

• What are the awards/categories?

o Hand-painted, custom awards will be presented to the Top-5 overall (M/F) & the following age groups (M/F):

• 14&Under

• 15-19

• 20-29

• 30-39

• 40-49

• 50-59

• 60-69

• 70+

If you have any other questions, please e-mail race director, Brian Shea:

Brian@JSMswim.com

Who is Coach Brian?

o Brian Shea comes to the program with a wealth of experience in endurance sports as an athlete, coach and consultant. He is the Founder & Head Coach/Consultant at Jersey Shore/Asbury Masters & Long Branch Ocean Swims & for over 25 years, has competed in all levels of endurance sports from 5K to Ultra-marathon Swims/Runs to Ironman.

o He has raced/won triathlons in the United States & abroad with multiple Ironman finishes including Ironman Hawaii with Personal Bests of:

5k - 15:54

Marathon - 2:49

Ironman - 9:31

Most recently, Brian has (7) top-10 finishes at the 8+mile Annual Swim for Alligator Light (Islamorada FL) as well as podium finishes at the United States Lifesaving Association National Championships.

o On the coaching side, Brian is a certified coach having formulated training and sports nutrition programs for athletes ranging from beginner to professional.

If you have any questions, please respond to this post & we'll circle back w/ you ASAP...OR if you'd like to contact Coach Brian directly, you can do so at: Brian@JSMswim.com