The Rose Pitonof Swim is an assisted ultramarathon swim tracing a legendary route from East 26th Street, Manhattan to Steeplechase Pier, Coney Island. Inspired by the achievement of 17-year-old Rose Pitonof—recognized as the original Long Distance Swimming Champion of the World—this challenging swim spans a visually spectacular course under four bridges, with vistas of downtown Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty. As you cover this epic distance along the Brooklyn shoreline, the iconic Coney Island Parachute Jump guides your way to the finish at Steeplechase Pier, echoing the milestone reached by Rose over a century ago. The event provides comprehensive support for athletes, including a dedicated motorboat, pilot, kayaker, and swim observer. Both solo swimmers and relay teams are encouraged to take on this demanding 5-6 hour endurance test.