_ The 2021 Rat Race City to Sea:

A multisport adventure across the entire island chain of the Florida Keys, from Miami to Key West

The Keys have long been a playground for those who seek the sea – a stunning island chain stretching from the incredible Miami skyline all the way to the southern-most point of the continental United States, Key West.

Our multisport journey will use kayaks, bikes and foot to traverse a superb route along the entire length of the Florida Keys. Commencing at Key Biscayne, the route will start with a sensational open-water kayak crossing to reach the azure and sheltered waters of the uninhabited and protected northern Keys.

Making your way through shallow waters, mangrove scenery and narrow channels between islands, you’ll be heading to make land at Key Largo, where you transition to road bikes. From there, 100 miles of smooth tarmac lies ahead of the famous Overseas Highway, before you switch to sneakers for the final half marathon run into Key West. That’s the end your journey, the end of the road and the end of the continental United States. It’s time to enjoy some sundowners and party like only Key West knows how…

This 150 mile (33 in kayaks, 104 by bike, 13 on foot), one-way journey along the entire island chain of the Florida Keys from Miami to Key West will be taken over 2 days. The kayak stage includes unique ‘floating pit stops’ and historic Stiltsville, with open-water kayaking among pristine uninhabited and undeveloped Keys, mangrove swamps. The event is fully supported with pit stops (feed stations), logistic support, bike mechanics, kayaks safety. Ends at the finish party in Key West, party capital of America with additional transfer options to get you and your gear back to Miami after the event.