Race

The Race is a small tract of water located off the southern edge of the Tethyr Peninsula in West Faerûn. The Race is named for the frequent sight of ships fleeing the pirate bands that prowl Asavir's Channel. Once through the Race, merchant ships come under the protection of the Calimshan navy.

The Halfling’s Gem
In The Halfling’s Gem by R.A. Salvatore, the Companions of the Hall (except Regis) travel through the Race after escaping the pirate Pinochet’s fleet. They then land in Memnon.