tristeve:
Because they go out to Alcatraz & then once around before positioning, I would say it is more than 30 minutes. The boat is big & unless it is a really rough day (like 2003), I don’t think the boat ride will be a problem. If it is windy then the water can be rough during the swim, so make sure you can breathe to the left otherwise you will be drinking the bay. A neoprene cap is always recommended. Also, once you jump, get moving right away or someone else will be landing on top of you. Good luck…I didn’t get in this year, but enjoyed the last two years.
-Tim