Race History
• Come join us for the 14th Annual Round the Bay Relay and Ultra on the beautiful Emerald Coast of Northwest Florida. The race will begin at the Elks Lodge on Okaloosa Island (Ft. Walton Beach) and traverse the scenic towns of Destin, Niceville, Valparaiso, Shalimar and FWB before returning to the Elks Lodge for an exciting post-race venue. Major upgrades have been made to ensure ULTRA runners an excellent course and support. The relay averages 40 teams (over 300 runners) and provides fellow runners and fan support. Tentative swag/support includes:
o Three fully stocked Aid stations at Hurricanes Grill/Bar (Mile 16), Tropical Smoothie in Niceville (mile 22) and Shalimar (Mile 30)
o Water, pretzels, candy, bag drop, and basic medical supplies, etc.
o Special Long Sleeve Race shirt (signup by Dec 1st to ensure Ultra shirt)
o Special Finisher Growler,
o Excellent post-race buffet, beverages and live music.
o Official starting times of 4:00 5:00, 5:30, 6:00 and 6:30 AM (Check with RD if earlier start is needed). Goal- All runners should finish by 12:45 PM and the finish line closes at 12:55 PM.
Official times will be sent to Ultra Signup (Bill Carr)
o Special discounted hotel rates at the race’s host hotel, The Island Resort, located across the street from the start and finish line and will host packet pickup on Friday, Dec. 27 from 4:30-7:00. A free 5K Bloody Mary Beach Recovery Run (or choose your distance) will be held Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024 at 9:00 AM starting at The Island Resort.
Spend your recovery days at the beach!!
Event's current local time: 5:15 AM ET
