Course Info
Overview of All Courses:
Distance |
Run 1 |
Bike |
Run 2* |
Short Course |
1.7 miles |
14.5 miles (1 loop) |
3.7 miles |
Flat Course |
1.7 miles |
9.1 miles (1 loop) |
3.7 miles |
Long Course |
5.1 miles |
29 miles (2 x 14.5 mile loops**) |
3.7 miles |
**BIKE**1st loop must be completed by 11 am; Bike course closes at 11:45 am**
*Run 2 course closes at 1 pm.*
General Rules of the Course:
USAT Sanctioned; USA Triathlon Rules enforced.
Bike
- The bike course is OPEN to traffic and on race day you are held to the same standard as you would be on a regular bike ride.
- Stay in the shoulder whenever possible. Do not ride in the lane of traffic unless an obstacle or the lack of shoulder prevents you from doing so.
- Always be aware of your surroundings.
- Pass other cyclists only on the left
- Do not cross the center line under any circumstances
- Do not draft (maintain 3 bike lengths between yourself and the bike ahead of you)
- Do not block another cyclist
- Drift back when you are Overtaken: When the front wheel of another cyclist passes your front wheel, you must let them pass and get 3 bike lengths ahead before or if you attempt to re-pass
- Do not throw trash on the bike course
Intersections:
- Police Officers will be stationed at any high vehicle traffic corners or intersections. Their job is to monitor and control traffic (not athletes!).
- Volunteers will be positioned at most intersections. Their job is to encourage you and make sure you're going the right direction.
- Athletes are required to be alert and obeying all rules of the road to avoid any preventable mishaps on the course.
Bike Mechanic Support
There will be someone onsite on race morning to make minor repairs or adjustments for bikes in ride-able condition. Please bring a bike to the race that is prepared for race day.
You must also have bar end plugs on your bike. No exceptions.
Run
The Long Course 1st run and all courses 2nd runs are on roads. The roads are open to traffic and you must pay attention to vehicle traffic for safety. There will be an aid station about half way through the run.
