Sea Races

Overview

Sea Races have been one of GTA Online's Race Mode types since the 1.01 launch on October 1, 2013. They are checkpoint races for 1 to 8 players held on the ocean, rivers and lakes of San Andreas. The Seashark personal watercraft is the signature vehicle of the class.

How it works

• Racers start on the water and pass through a set of checkpoints toward the finish.
• Hosts pick the race, number of laps, time of day and weather, as with other race types.
• Weather matters a great deal on water. Big waves in storms can throw boats off line or onto rocks, while calm seas and clear skies make racing far easier.

Tips

• Pick calm weather when hosting if you want a clean race. Rough seas favor luck over skill.
• Keep clear of rocks and shorelines, where waves can leave you stranded.
• Watch for airtime off swells, which can cost speed and steering.

Rewards and unlocks

• Cash and RP depend on finishing position.
• The races are available from the start of GTA Online on all platforms.

Trivia

• Story mode has four Sea Races of its own after *Hood Safari*. The Lago Zancudo one follows the same course as the GTA Online race *Sea Change*.