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SUMMARY:Tri-the-Heights Youth Triathlon
DESCRIPTION:[vc_section css=”.vc_custom_1514401728916{margin-bottom: 2em !important;padding-right: 1em !important;padding-left: 1em !important;}”][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1514348192475{margin-top: -35px !important;margin-bottom: 50px !important;}”][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1514349407608{margin-top: 1em !important;}”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1759257276526{margin-top: 2em !important;}”] \nYOUTH TRIATHLON\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image source=”featured_image” img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” css_animation=”bounceInDown”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1759257342851{margin-bottom: 30px !important;}” el_class=”race-header”] \nCity of Grandview Heights Parks and Recreation\n8th Annual Tri-The-Heights Triathlon\nSeptember 5\, 2026 \n\n– This youth triathlon event is held at the Grandview Heights Municipal Pool\, Wyman Woods Park\, and Grandview Heights City Streets. If you can swim\, ride a bike\, and run then come out and give it a TRI. Post Event Finish Line Party with participants\, families\, and sponsors at Wyman Woods Park. Join us as a participant\, sponsor\, or volunteer. \nMade possible in part by the grants provided from the \n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Register for the Race” style=”custom” custom_background=”#da0d2d” custom_text=”#ffffff” shape=”round” css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Ftriregistration.com%2Freg2%2FRace.php%3Feventid%3D3604|title:Register%20-%20Tri%20the%20Heights%20Triathlon|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text el_class=”red-text”] \nUPCOMING RACES:\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][/vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_tta_tabs active_section=”1″ css=”.vc_custom_1521511815122{margin-top: 30px !important;}”][vc_tta_section title=”Race Info” tab_id=”1521510212996-12cbe4be-0742″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1703022391246{padding-top: 1em !important;padding-right: 2em !important;padding-bottom: 1em !important;padding-left: 2em !important;}”]For Start Times see Schedule \nAge Divisions:\n\n15-17 year\n13-14 years\n11-12 years\n9-10 years\n7-8 years\n6 and under\n\nRace Distances\nAges 15-17 \n\nSwim: 200 yards\nBike 7.5 miles\nRun: 2 mile\n\nAges: 11-12 and 13-14 \n\nSwim: 200 yards\nBike 3.8 miles\nRun: 1 mile\n\nAges: 9-10 \n\nSwim: 100 yards\nBike 2.4 miles\nRun: 0.55 miles\n\nAges: 7-8 \n\nSwim: 50 yards\nBike: 2 miles\nRun: 0.45 miles\n\nAge: 6 & Under \n\nSwim: splash around\nBike: 0.25 miles along path\nRun: 0.25 miles along path\n\nCourse Description\nDid you read about the overview session on the Schedule tab? It will be worthwhile. Course descriptions for each age group can be found here. \nWhat To Bring\n\nHelmet – mandatory!\nSwim suit\, bike\, socks and shoes for bike/run.\nOptional: goggles\, swim cap\, towel\, shorts/shirt for bike/run. (Please label everything.)\n**Note that headphones are strictly prohibited on the race courses at all times\n\nParent Assist Area\nTransitioning from the swim to the bike can be a little confusing for younger/new to triathlon kids\, so there will be an area adjacent to the pool where we encourage all participants to stage everything they will need before getting on to their bike (see list above).  One parent will be able to assist kids with drying off\, getting socks/shoes/helmet on\, and\, of course\, the all-important high fives! \nAll portions of the course will be viewable from sidewalks or grassy/park areas. FOR THE SAFETY OF ALL PARTICIPANTS\, NO PARENTS/SPECTATORS WILL BE ALLOWED IN TRANSITION AREAS OR ON THE RACE COURSE AT ANY TIME. Thank you in advance for your cooperation. \nFinish/Awards\nThe first 400 finishers will receive a finisher’s medal. Awards will be given for the First\, Second\, Third Male and Female places of each age grouping 7 and older (7-8\, 9-10\, 11-12\, 13-14\, 15-17). There are podium boxes for first\, second and third place finishes if you’d like to get your picture taken on the podium! \nResults will be sent to everyone’s email and available live on this website. \nBe safe\, have fun\, and good luck![/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Pricing” tab_id=”1521510212760-cdc7f6cf-267d”][vc_column_text]\n\n\n\n	Thru 12/31/20241/1/2025 - 3/31/20254/1/2025-8/25/20258/26/25-8/30/2025  (No Race Day Registration)\n\n\n\n\n	$27 Grandview Resident$35 Grandview Resident$45 Grandview Resident$60 Grandview Resident\n\n\n	$31 Individual Registration$40 Individual Registration$50 Individual Registration$65 Individual Registration\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_btn title=”Register for the Race” style=”custom” custom_background=”#da0d2d” custom_text=”#ffffff” shape=”round” align=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1733509169109{padding-top: 1em !important;padding-right: 1em !important;padding-bottom: 1em !important;padding-left: 1em !important;}” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Ftriregistration.com%2Freg2%2FRace.php%3Feventid%3D3604|title:Register%20-%20Tri%20the%20Heights%20Triathlon|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704221311718{padding-top: 1em !important;padding-right: 2em !important;padding-bottom: 1em !important;padding-left: 2em !important;}”]Register early to save!     T-shirts and finisher medals for all participants! \nIf you are experiencing financial hardship and would like to opt out of the registration fees for the Tri-The-Heights event\, please contact Taylor at ttobias@grandviewheights.gov.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Schedule” tab_id=”1521511272920-cd5f9901-78eb”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1703022491447{padding-top: 1em !important;padding-right: 2em !important;padding-bottom: 1em !important;padding-left: 2em !important;}”]\n\n\n\n	Arrival TimesDistances\n\n\n\n\n	Age GroupPacket Pickup ByBike Drop Off ByRace Start TimeSwimBikeRun\n\n\n	15-177:007:308:00200 yards7.5 miles2 miles\n\n\n	11-12\, 13-147:308:008:30200 yards3.8 miles1 mile\n\n\n	9-107:458:009:15100 yards2.4 miles1/2 mile\n\n\n	7-88:459:0010:1550 yards2 miles1/2 mile\n\n\n	6 and Under10:0010:1510:45Splash Around1/4 mile1/4 mile\n\n\n\n \nStart Times\n\nAges 15-17: 8:00 am\nAges 11-12 and 13-14: 8:30 am\nAges 9-10: 9:15 am\nAges 7-8: 10:15 am\nAges 6 and Under: 10:45 am\n\nPacket Pick Up at Grandview Heights Municipal Pool\n\nFriday from 4-8pm\nSaturday starting at 7:15am\n\nBody Marking and Timing Chip Pick Up at Grandview Heights Municipal Pool (everyone required to wear timing chip for entire event)\n\nSaturday starting at 7:15am\n\n*Please plan to be at the pool at least 60-75 minutes prior to your start time in order to get your packet\, timing chip\, body marked and rack your bike. \nFriday Evening Option\nIn order to help reduce the number of steps on race day\, participants may take advantage of the option to pick up their packet and/or drop bikes on Friday 4-8PM. \nBike Check-In\nBikes can be dropped at T1 on Friday 4-8PM. All bikes dropped on Friday will be racked for you. NOTE! Bikes may only be checked-in AFTER you have picked up your packet.  Transition 1 and 2 open at 7:30am on race morning.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Volunteers” tab_id=”1530051043971-7d576157-0b70″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1637168090282{padding-top: 1em !important;padding-right: 2em !important;padding-bottom: 1em !important;padding-left: 2em !important;}”] \nTRI The Heights Triathlon Volunteers\nTRI The Heights is Grandview Heights’ annual youth triathlon with a priority on safety\, fun\, and community.  We have a wide variety of needs ranging from packet pick up to post race tear down and everything in between. If you need more details\, please do not hesitate to contact Taylor Tobias at 614-481-6202 or ttobias@grandviewheights.org  or go directly to the volunteer online link to sign up![/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Sign Up to Volunteer” style=”custom” custom_background=”#da0d2d” custom_text=”#ffffff” shape=”round” css=”.vc_custom_1624985263517{padding-right: 2em !important;padding-bottom: 1em !important;padding-left: 2em !important;}” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.grandviewheights.gov%2FFormCenter%2FParks-Recreation-Forms-10%2FParks-Recreation-Event-Volunteer-SignUp-65|target:_blank|rel:nofollow”][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Getting There” tab_id=”1535819564118-56f3a70f-5266″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1637168160391{padding-top: 1em !important;padding-right: 1em !important;padding-bottom: 1em !important;padding-left: 1em !important;}”] \nVideo: Step by Step – Where To Go On Race Day\n \nGetting There\nThe triathlon will start at the Grandview Heights Municipal Pool (1350 Goodale Blvd.\, Columbus\, Ohio 43212) and end down the street at Wyman Woods Park. \nRoad Closures\nPlease allow adequate time to park and make your way to check-in. Road closures start at 8:00AM: Details \nParking\nIf you are a Grandview Heights resident\, please consider riding bikes to the event. Otherwise\, see parking map here.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_tabs][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_section full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”nrmg-feature-row”][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text el_class=”nrmg-feature-header”] \nCOURSE MAPS\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Youth racers will be treated to a spectacular swim in the Grandview Heights Municipal Pool (transition area #1)\, then transition to a bike ride on a fully closed to traffic and volunteer-supported bike course\, and then complete their triathlon with a run on the pathway alongside Goodale Blvd and the park. \nThe bike course will feature a tour of the beautiful Grandview Heights/Marble Cliff community and provide older participants a challenging climb up Lincoln Road before their respective turnarounds. \nThe run courses start from Wyman Woods Park (transition area #2) and feature a loop through the park before finishing at a grand finish in the park open space.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Download the Bike Map” style=”custom” custom_background=”#da0d2d” custom_text=”#ffffff” shape=”round” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fhfpracing.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F08%2FTTH-Bike-Course.pdf|target:_blank”][vc_btn title=”Download the Bike Map: Lincoln Hill Section” style=”custom” custom_background=”#da0d2d” custom_text=”#ffffff” shape=”round” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fhfpracing.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2020%2F02%2FBike-Course-Lincoln-Hill-Section.pdf||target:%20_blank|”][vc_btn title=”Download the Run Map” style=”custom” custom_background=”#da0d2d” custom_text=”#ffffff” shape=”round” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fhfpracing.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F08%2FTTH-Run-Course.pdf|target:_blank”][vc_btn title=”Download the Transition Area 1 Site Plan” style=”custom” custom_background=”#da0d2d” custom_text=”#ffffff” shape=”round” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fhfpracing.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F08%2FTTH-TA1-Site-Plan.pdf|target:_blank”][vc_btn title=”Download the Transition Area 2 Site Plan” style=”custom” custom_background=”#da0d2d” custom_text=”#ffffff” shape=”round” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwp.me%2Fa92560-Ss||target:%20_blank|”][vc_btn title=”Road Closure and Parking Map” style=”custom” custom_background=”#da0d2d” custom_text=”#ffffff” shape=”round” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.grandviewheights.gov%2F380%2FRace-Info”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”7283″ img_size=”medium” add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” onclick=”link_image” css_animation=”flipInX” el_class=”centerThis”][vc_single_image image=”4105″ img_size=”medium” add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” onclick=”link_image” css_animation=”flipInX” el_class=”centerThis”][vc_single_image image=”7284″ img_size=”medium” add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” onclick=”link_image” css_animation=”flipInX” el_class=”centerThis”][vc_single_image image=”7285″ img_size=”medium” add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” onclick=”link_image” css_animation=”flipInX” el_class=”centerThis”][vc_single_image image=”3374″ img_size=”medium” add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” onclick=”link_image” css_animation=”flipInX” el_class=”centerThis”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][/vc_section]
URL:https://hfpracing.com/race/tri-the-heights-youth-triathlon-3/
CATEGORIES:Ohio Triathlon & Duathlon Series,Youth Triathlons & Duathlon
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SUMMARY:Portage Lakes Triathlon\, Duathlon & Aquabike
DESCRIPTION:[vc_section css=”.vc_custom_1514401728916{margin-bottom: 2em !important;padding-right: 1em !important;padding-left: 1em !important;}”][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1514348192475{margin-top: -35px !important;margin-bottom: 50px !important;}”][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1636547484215{margin-top: 1em !important;}”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1760187625539{margin-top: 2em !important;}”] \nEnjoy a fun late season Triathlon at beautiful Portage Lakes State in Northeast Ohio!\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image source=”featured_image” img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” css_animation=”bounceInDown”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1760187864426{margin-bottom: 30px !important;}” el_class=”race-header”] \nPORTAGE LAKES STATE PARK\nSeptember 13\, 2026\n– The Portage Lakes Triathlon & Duathlon takes place at the 411-acre Portage Lakes Creek State Park outside Akron\, Ohio. Triathletes will be treated to swim courses in the beautiful Portage Lake. Duathletes will start off with a fast out and back run within the park. The bike courses are described as challenging with several climbs that will test your fitness but enough flat roads to recover and make up time. The final run is an out and back run that features a scenic run through the park on paved park roads. \nPortage Lake State Park offers a variety of outdoor recreational experiences. Boating\, sailing\, water skiing\, swimming and fishing are amongst some of the park’s most popular activities. The Portage Lake wetlands attract waterfowl and shorebirds providing park visitors enjoyment whether hunting or observing wildlife. \nSHIRT OR NO SHIRT\, EITHER WAY\, YOU WIN! \nEverything costs too much these days\, and we want to help! All entry fees for 2026 HFP’s Ohio multisport race series have been reduced by the cost of the race shirt to allow you to forgo the additional cost.  And if you want to memorialize your soon-to-be PR\, you have the option to purchase a race t-shirt when you register. Sorry\, you still have to wear your race bib.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Register for the Race!” style=”custom” custom_background=”#da0d2d” custom_text=”#ffffff” shape=”round” css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Ftriregistration.com%2Freg2%2FRace.php%3Feventid%3D3642|title:Register%20-%20Portage%20Lakes%20Triathlon%2C%20Duathlon%20%26%20Aquabike|target:_blank”][vc_btn title=”Earn 25-100% Discount by Volunteering” style=”custom” custom_background=”#0e45ed” custom_text=”#ffffff” shape=”round” css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fhfpracing.com%2Fabout%2Fvolunteering%2F|title:Volunteer%20for%20Portage%20Lakes|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text el_class=”red-text”] \nUPCOMING RACES:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”4508″][/vc_column][/vc_row][/vc_section][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1611427455411{margin-bottom: 40px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_tta_tabs active_section=”1″ css=”.vc_custom_1513965732993{margin-top: 30px !important;}”][vc_tta_section title=”Details” tab_id=”1513960008422-26187c41-82ce0b42-ac00″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1775079374045{padding-top: 1em !important;padding-right: 2em !important;padding-left: 2em !important;}”]RACE PACKET PICK-UP.  See Packet pick-up tab.  There is NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION — packet pickup ONLY \nAWARDS\nAll finishers will receive a handsome finisher amenity. \n\nTop 3 Male and Female OVERALL FINISHERS in the Super Sprint (Mini)\, Sprint & Olympic triathlons and duathlons races will receive a commemorative award.\nTop 3 Male and Female OVERALL Finishers in the Collegiate (Sprint & Olympic triathlons) will receive a commemorative award (See Note 1).\nTop 3 Male and Female OVERALL Finishers in the High School Division – Triathlon & Duathlon (Super Sprint & Sprint triathlons) will receive a commemorative award (See Note 1).\nTOP OVERALL Division Male and Female FINISHER (1st Place) in each AGE GROUP\,  CLYDESDALE\, ATHENA  & PARATRIATHLON**  in the Super Sprint (Mini)\, Sprint and Olympic triathlons will receive an award commemorating their finish.\nTop OVERALL Relay team in each distance will receive a commemorative award.\nTop OVERALL Male and Female Finisher in the Aquabike.\n\n** HFP Racing supports the USA Paratriathlon Classifications. If you have any questions or require any special assistance\, please contact us at customerservice@hfpracing.com. \nNote 1: Athletes must register and select to participate in special Collegiate and High School divisions and not in the “standard” age group categories for each distance. If register in the standard age group categories you will not be scored in the Collegiate and High School Divisions.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1775079409193{padding-top: 1em !important;padding-right: 2em !important;padding-left: 2em !important;}”] \nRace Distances\nSunday Distances \n\nSuper Sprint(Mini) Triathlon: 250y Swim – 7 mi Bike – 2mi Run\nSuper Sprint (Mini) Duathlon: 2 mi Run – 7 mi Bike – 2mi Run\nSprint Triathlon: 750m Swim – 22k Bike – 5k Run\nSprint Duathlon: 5K Run – 22k Bike – 5k Run\nOlympic Triathlon: 1500m Swim – 44k Bike – 10k Run\nOlympic Duathlon: 5k Run – 44k Bike – 10k Run\nAquabike Distances are identical to the selected triathlon distance for swim and bike (Ex/Sprint Aquabike 750m swim+22K bike)\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1636554054624{margin-bottom: 2em !important;padding-top: 1em !important;padding-right: 2em !important;padding-left: 2em !important;}”] \nRelays\nFor those who prefer to race one element of the triathlon or duathlon we offer a relay division for our sprint and Olympic distance triathlons and duathlons. Relay teams consist of three (3) members (1 swimmer\, 1 biker\, 1 runner)\, each member will complete one segment of the race (2 members for duathlon teams).  Each team member will exchange their timing chip bracelet at their assigned bike rack. There are NO age groups in this division.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text css=””] \nAbout the State of Ohio Multisport Series\nWelcome to Ohio’s premier triathlon and duathlon series. Throughout the summer\, the series visits several beautiful venues across the State of Ohio – from North to South. Each venue features an exciting course and scenic view of the park. Each venue will feature a triathlon\, duathlon\, and aquabike on Sunday. So whether you’re racing to be a series champion or giving multisport racing a try for the first time\, the State of Ohio Series is for YOU! It’s ALL ABOUT FUN! \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Packet Pick-up” tab_id=”1634618711492-1e308028-a2cf”][vc_column_text]Packet Pick Up  \n1. Date: Sunday\nTime: 5:45 am – 7:15 am\nLocation: Portage Lakes State Park – Beach Parking Area\nPre-Race Meeting: Approximately 7:00 am \nRace Site Address: Portage Lakes State Park Beach\n5031 Manchester Rd\, Akron\, OH 44319 \nPlease Note: All participants must collect his/ her own event packet. Photo ID is required in order to collect event materials. NO ID = NO EVENT.  HINT if you take a photo of your ID with your phone\, that will be sufficient for photo ID purposes.  \nPre-Race Meeting: A brief pre-race meeting will take place on race morning at approximately 7:30 am located near the transition area. Additionally\, before each swim wave\, the swim starter will briefly go over the course. We are always available for questions\, there will not be time for extensive Q&A before the race so we encourage you to review all race information on the website.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Pricing” tab_id=”1513960008288-e119bfa5-6a840b42-ac00″][vc_column_text]Please see Terms & Conditions before registering.  \n\n\n\n\n	ENTRY FEES DO NOT INCLUDE A RACE SHIRTLOWER ENTRY FEES!\n\n\n\n\n	RaceThrough 12/31/251/01/26 to 3/31/264/01/26 to 5/31/266/01/26 - 8/31/269/01/26 - Race Week\n\n\n	Super Sprint (Mini) Tri/Du/Aquabike$60$70$80$90$100\n\n\n	Sprint Tri/Du/Aquabike$75$85$95$110$125\n\n\n	Olympic Tri/Du/Aquabike$90$100$110$125$135\n\n\n	Sprint Tri/Du Relay$110$120$135$150$180\n\n\n	Olympic Tri/Du Relay$140$150$160$180$220\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_btn title=”Register for the Race” style=”custom” custom_background=”#da0d2d” custom_text=”#ffffff” shape=”round” align=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1760188053280{margin-bottom: 2em !important;}” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Ftriregistration.com%2Freg2%2FRace.php%3Feventid%3D3642|title:Register%20-%20Portage%20Lakes%20Triathlon%20%26%20Duathlon|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1760188208627{margin-bottom: 2em !important;padding-right: 2em !important;padding-left: 2em !important;}” el_class=”centerThis”]* Prices above reflect cost for USAT Annual Members and all participants MUST have a valid USAT license (annual or one-day).\nIf you are not a USAT member\, adults may purchase a one-day membership or an annual membership during the registration process.  Youth (17 & under) may purchase an annual membership as well. \nFAMILY PLAN IS BACK! \nIf You register for a Sprint or Olympic distance race\, your 13-18  year-old can participate for no entry fee except applicable USAT licenses in the Mini distance. You must register your youth in the High School Division. There is no retroactive application of discount. After you register\, contact customerservice@hfpracing.com and provide your event registered and distance and we will send you a code to use to register your Youth athlete.  \n\nREGISTRATION NOTES\n\nRegistration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.\nFees listed above do not include the online TriRegistration processing fee.\nThere is NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION.\nUSA Triathlon Rule 3.2a. All age group athletes must participate and compete in the age group division corresponding to the athlete’s age on December 31 of the year of the event.\nIf using a discount or sale code\, only one code can be used per transaction.\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Schedule” tab_id=”1513960110938-b153fedd-fbe40b42-ac00″][vc_column_text el_class=”no-heading”]Portage Lake Weekend Schedule\n\n\n\n\n	Sunday\n\n\n\n\n	5:45am – 7:15am – Race Packet Pick-Up\n\n\n	7:30 am Olympic Triathlon\n\n\n	7:55 am Sprint Triathlon\n\n\n	7:55 am Duathlon (Super Sprint (Mini)\, Sprint\, Olympic)\n\n\n	8:15 am Super Sprint Triathlon\n\n\n\n\n \nPortage Lakes Start Times\n\n\n\n\n	Sunday\n\n\n\n\n	5:30am – 7:15am – Transition area open\n\n\n	7:30am – Olympic Triathlon Waves\n\n\n	7:55am – Sprint Triathlon Waves\n\n\n	7:55am – All Duathletes (Mini\, Sprint and Olympic)\n\n\n	8:15am – Mini Triathlon Waves\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Rules and Regulations” tab_id=”1513960133019-0ebfa2bc-2a790b42-ac00″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1703439260640{margin-bottom: 2em !important;padding-top: 1em !important;padding-right: 2em !important;padding-left: 2em !important;}” el_class=”no-heading”] \nUSA Triathlon Sanctioning\n\nAll HFP Racing multisport events are USA Triathlon sanctioned.\nUSAT’s Most Commonly Violated Rules: If you are new to the sport or are wondering why you got a penalty at your last race\,\nread USAT’s most commonly violated rules. After each event in our series that has an USAT Official present we will post the Official USAT Referee’s Report on the Results Page for that event.\nNeed to print a USAT membership card? Click HERE.\n\nUSAT Age-Up Policy\nHow the “Aging Up” situation will be handled for those people changing age groups during the course of the year:\nHFP Racing’s series scoring coincides with the USAT “aging up” policy. Participants will compete in whichever age group they would be in as of the 31st of December in the year of the race.  In other words\, everyone’s age group for the current season will be determined by their age on December 31st of the year they are racing. \nExample: Jane Smith is 34 during the entire racing season\, but turns 35 on Dec. 15th of that year. Jane will then compete in the 35-39 age group for the entire season for all events. \nUSAT Wetsuit Rules\nAll HFP Racing Series events will follow the wetsuit guidelines set forth by USA Triathlon. Those guidelines state: \n\nUSAT rules state that competitors may wear wetsuits if the water temperature is 78 degrees or lower.\nUSAT rules also state that if the water temperature is between 78.1 – 83.9 degrees\, competitors may wear wetsuits but will not be eligible for awards. HFP Racing Series will have a separate category for those who choose to wear a wetsuit in this temperature range. Those athletes who choose to wear a wetsuit will not be reflected in the overall results.\nIf the water temperature is 84 degrees or above\, participants may NOT wear wetsuits.\n\nExpected water temperatures will be posted via our Twitter feed page 12-24 hrs. before each event.  Average water temperature for Portage Lakes in September has been 74 degrees.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”See The Race Rules” style=”custom” custom_background=”#da0d2d” custom_text=”#ffffff” shape=”round” align=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1516424422294{margin-bottom: 2em !important;}” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fhfpracing.com%2Frace-rules%2F||target:%20_blank|”][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Travel & Lodging” tab_id=”1634618773186-351e54ae-b9c5″][vc_column_text] \nPortage Lakes State Park\n5031 Manchester Rd\, Akron\, OH 44319  |  Website \nThe 411-acre Portage Lakes State Park offers visitors a variety of outdoor recreational experiences. Boating options include sailing\, jet skiing\, and water skiing. Swimming and fishing are popular on eight surrounding lakes. Portage Lake’s wetlands attract waterfowl and shorebirds providing visitors enjoyment whether hunting or observing wildlife. \nLodging\nComing in the weekend of the event? There are a number of hotels and other lodging near Portage Lake. Visit Lodging for details and reservations. \nTravel\nThe event site is the Portage Lake State Park Beach\, 5031 Manchester Rd\, Akron\, OH 44319.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Athlete Information” tab_id=”1634618866702-e70f4806-6c7d”][vc_column_text css=””] \nRace Information\n\nIs this your first race? Welcome to the sport and the HFP Racing and the multisport community!\nAll athletes receive a great race\, a super comfy race shirt\, finisher’s medal\, post race food/drink\, high-fives and sore muscles!\nRace categories available for this race are Age Group\, Aquabike (swim-bike-done!)\, Clydesdale\, Athena and Relay Teams.\nAll HFP Racing races are USA Triathlon sanctioned events. You’ll be included in their National Ranking as well as support the US Olympic Team.\nAll HFP Racing race registrations are non-refundable. Race registration insurance is available during the registration process.\nAll registered athletes will receive an email on the Wednesday or Thursday before the race with all the information pertaining to their entry to include any last minute details to make your race weekend go smoothly!\nSpectators – We love when family and friends cheer you on! You’ll watch your athlete start & finish the Swim/Bike/Run and hug them at the finish line!\n\nParking Information\nAthlete and spectator parking is located at the main beach parking lots. However\, once the event begins no vehicles will be permitted to leave the parking area until the last bike re-enters the park or law enforcement allows vehicles to exit. \nIf you or family members must leave before the last bike re-enters the park\, please park in the overflow lot – 1st road to your right when you enter the park. No parking in the grass. \nRace Number & Sticker Kits\nThe race number you receive at packet pickup should be worn during the bike and run portion of the event. This will help identify who is participating in the event and also will help identify you to volunteers\, team members\, other athletes and emergency personnel. \nYou will receive a sticker kit containing 3 numbers that match your race number. Each sticker has a purpose – 1 sticker is for your bike\, 1 sticker is for your bike helmet\, and 3rd sticker (if available) is for your gear bag (only applicable in a two-transition event). \nTiming Chips\nAll events produced and timed by HFP Racing are timed with Race Results Chip Equipment. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the following procedures to insure successful timing of your event: \n\nAll participants will receive their Timing Chip at packet pick up (athlete check-in). You are REQUIRED to show your paper Bib number in order to receive you timing chip.  Our Volunteers are human so please double check that your timing chip number matched your bib number.\nAlong with the timing chip participants will receive a Velcro ankle strap. For those participants who have their own neoprene strap they may use that for holding the timing chip.\nRelay Teams will exchange their timing chip at their bike rack located in the transition area (swimmer to biker and biker to runner).\nIt is REQUIRED that all participants wear the timing chip on their LEFT ankle.\n\nHow to wear the timing chip with the provided neoprene Velcro strap: \n\nThread the loose strap through the timing chip and securely fasten the Velcro\nThe chip should be in a small “pocket” on the chip strap.\nPlace the strap around your LEFT ankle\nGive the chip a firm pull\, it should remain securely fastened\nDouble check that strap is fastened correctly and securely as loss of timing chip will results in a bill of $35\n\nREMEMBER\, YOU MUST RETURN YOUR CHIP AT THE FINISH LINE. YOU CANNOT USE THIS CHIP AT OTHER RACES. \nIF YOU ARE NOT ABLE TO FINISH ANY LEG OF THE RACE YOU MUST TURN IN YOUR TIMING CHIP BEFORE CROSSING OVER ANY ADDITIONAL TIMING MATS. IN THIS EVENT TAKE YOUR TIMING CHIP TO THE TIMING CHIP COLLECTION AREA NEAR THE FINISH LINE AND INFORM THEM OF YOUR DECISION. \nYou will be assessed a $35 charge for your chip if not returned. \nTransition Area\nTriathletes may enter the transition area at the posted start time of race morning packet pick-up. All bikes must be racked 15-minutes before the start of the first swim wave. Bike racks are identified by distance and triathletes must put their bicycles and gear in their designated bicycle location. \nEach bike rack can hold 4 bikes\, as such each athletes space is approximately 3 feet wide and 3 feet long. Once your bike is in place your space left for use is approximately the same size as a standard bath towel. \nAfter racking your bike\, proceed to the athlete check-in area located near the transition area and obtain your race number\, timing chip\, etc.  Please body mark yourself at least 1/2 hour before the race. \nRules: \n\nBike storage will NOT be provided the night before the event.\nGlass containers are NOT allowed in the transition area.\nOnly triathletes and transition workers are allowed in the transition area. Please advise your family and friends that they will need to remain outside of the transition area.\nYou MUST rack your bike on race morning. First come first serve any rack that does not already have 4 bikes on it.\nParticipants will NOT be allowed to mount their bikes in the transition area and will be required to dismount at the designated spot outside the transition area.\nTriathletes must show their race number to remove their bicycle and gear from the transition area after the race.\n\nRace Flow \n\nSwim – When triathletes finish the swim portion of the race\, they will enter the transition area and proceed to their designated bicycle rack (relay teams make their exchange at their designated rack number). Each triathletes swim time will end when they cross the timing mat located near the swim exit. NOTE: DUATHLETES – when duathletes complete their 1st run they will enter transition and proceed to their designated bicycle rack to transition to the biking leg of the race.\nBike – Bikes may NOT be ridden in the transition area. It is important to use extreme caution when departing the transition area\, it is may be very congested! All athletes must put on their helmet and snap the strap before mounting their bike. The helmet on and buckled until they dismount and rack their bike. Not following the helmet rules may result in a disqualification (DQ). Bike times will start when athletes depart the transition area through the ‘Bike Out’ chute and end when they re-enter the transition area through the ‘Bike In’ chute in the transition area. Once the bike portion is completed\, athletes will return their bike to their designated spot in the transition area.\nRun – All athletes depart the transition area by exiting through the ‘Run Out’ chute. Athletes run time will begin when they depart the transition area at ‘Run Out’ and end when they cross the finish line.\n\nWater Temperature\, Swim Caps and Wetsuits\nThe top two questions we receive about our events is what is the water temperature and are wetsuits allowed. Since one answer usually answers the other the explanations for both are bundled together for you here. \nWater Temperature\nThe water temperature for each open water event is taken and posted on Twitter 24 hours before the posted packet pick-up time. This temperature reading is a preliminary reading. The official water temperature will be taken on race morning about 60-90 minutes prior to race start by the Race Director or the USAT official on site. \nSwim Caps \nAll triathlon and aquabike participants will be issued an official race swim cap that must be worn during the swim portion.  Swim caps are latex. If you have a latex allergy\, contact customerservice@hfpracing.com. We do have silicon caps available for individuals with latex allergies. \nWetsuits\nAs per USAT rules\, if the water temperature is 78 degrees Fahrenheit or below then wetsuits ARE allowed. At 78.1 to 83.9 degrees Fahrenheit participants may wear a wetsuit at their own discretion; however\, wearing a wetsuit in the temperature range will mean that the athletes are ineligible for awards and their results will be placed in the Wetsuit category section of the category results page. Your results will not be placed in the overall results as wearing a wetsuit is an unfair advantage.  At 84 degrees Fahrenheit and above wetsuits are NOT permitted at all – this is for your own safety.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Volunteer” tab_id=”1634618960443-69bf1ea8-56fa”][vc_column_text]We pride ourselves on the success of our events to which none of it could be possible without the support of our amazing volunteers. \nHow to Become a Volunteer\n\nIt is simple. Find out more information on our volunteer page.  If you have any further questions please send an email to customerservice@hfpracing.com and let us know you wish to support the event! \nVolunteer as a Group\nHFP Racing events are a great opportunity to get your community group\, run club\, tri-club\, ANY group involved and volunteer together. We have many areas of the race that are perfect for groups from 5-15 people to volunteer together. Send us email at customerservice@hfpracing.com and let us know!\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_tabs][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_section full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”nrmg-feature-row” css=”.vc_custom_1611513121932{margin-bottom: 40px !important;}”][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text el_class=”nrmg-feature-header”] \nCOURSE MAPS\n[/vc_column_text][vc_tta_tabs][vc_tta_section title=”Mini” tab_id=”1504818966169-79cb5e6d-170597f3-31e896f5-48235136-ecee0b42-ac00″][vc_custom_heading text=”MINI TRIATHLON\, DUATHLON & AQUABIKE” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:left|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1775079535166{margin-top: 0px !important;}” el_class=”tab-header”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1775079572049{padding-right: 10px !important;padding-left: 10px !important;}”]The Super Sprint (Mini) distance triathlon will start off with a 250 yard out and back swim (water depth average 4-6 feet along the beach)\, followed by a 7.5 mile bike course through the countryside and finishing with 2 mile out and back run within the park. Duathletes will start off with a 2 mile run. \nSuper Sprint Distance – Interactive Bike Course – Click HERE \nSuper Sprint Distance – Interactive Run Course – Click HERE \nClick an image to enlarge.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”5347\,5923\,5349″ img_size=”medium” css_animation=”flipInX” el_class=”centerThis”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Sprint” tab_id=”1504818975218-84e53f94-fee397f3-31e896f5-48235136-ecee0b42-ac00″][vc_custom_heading text=”SPRINT TRIATHLON\, DUATHLON & AQUABIKE” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:left|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1775079607580{margin-top: 0px !important;}” el_class=”tab-header”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css_animation=”none” css=”.vc_custom_1760188003374{padding-right: 10px !important;padding-left: 10px !important;}”]The sprint distance triathlon features a 750 meter counter-clockwise rectangular swim\, while the duathletes are running an out & back 5k within the park\, followed by a single loop 22k bike course through the countryside surrounding the park and finishing with an out & back 5k run within the park. \nSprint Distance – Interactive Bike Course – Click HERE \nSprint Distance – Interactive Run Course – Click HERE \nClick an image to enlarge.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”5347\,6554\,5349″ img_size=”medium” css_animation=”flipInX” el_class=”centerThis”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Olympic” tab_id=”1504818976589-d6f6c2f3-724597f3-31e896f5-48235136-ecee0b42-ac00″][vc_custom_heading text=”OLYMPIC TRIATHLON\, DUATHLON & AQUABIKE” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:left|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”” el_class=”tab-header”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1712695662272{padding-right: 10px !important;padding-left: 10px !important;}”]The Olympic distance triathlon features a 1500 meter 2-lap counter-clockwise rectangular swim\, while the duathletes are running an out & back 5k within the park\, followed by a two lap 22k bike course (44K) through the countryside surrounding the park and finishing with a two lap out & back 10k run within the park. \nOlympic Distance – Interactive Bike Course – Click HERE \nOlympic Distance – Interactive Run Course – Click HERE \nClick an image to enlarge.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”5347\,6554\,5349″ img_size=”medium” css_animation=”flipInX” el_class=”centerThis”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_tabs][/vc_column][/vc_row][/vc_section][vc_section full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”nrmg-feature-row”][vc_row msp_template=”match-page-football-simple” css=”.vc_custom_1611427525831{margin-bottom: 40px !important;}” el_class=”venue-section”][vc_column][vc_column_text el_class=”nrmg-feature-header”] \nABOUT THE VENUE\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1636748362357{padding-right: 20px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;}” el_class=”centerThis”] \nPortage Lakes State Park\n5031 Manchester Rd  Akron\, OH 44319  |  Website \nThe 411-acre Portage Lakes State Park offers visitors a variety of outdoor recreational experiences. Boating options include sailing\, jet skiing\, and water skiing. Swimming and fishing are popular on eight surrounding lakes. 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URL:https://hfpracing.com/race/portage-lakes-triathlon-duathlon-aquabike-2/
CATEGORIES:2026 Triathlons, Duathlons & Aquabike,Ohio Triathlon & Duathlon Series
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SUMMARY:The Ohio Fall Challenge at Deer Creek State Park
DESCRIPTION:[vc_section css=”.vc_custom_1514401728916{margin-bottom: 2em !important;padding-right: 1em !important;padding-left: 1em !important;}”][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1514348192475{margin-top: -35px !important;margin-bottom: 50px !important;}”][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1636547484215{margin-top: 1em !important;}”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1760056944037{margin-top: 2em !important;}”] \nCelebrate Fall and Great Multisport Season at the Ohio Fall Challenge!\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image source=”featured_image” img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” css_animation=”bounceInDown”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1760188971537{margin-bottom: 30px !important;}” el_class=”race-header”] \nOHIO FALL CHALLENGE\nSaturday\, September 19\, 2026\n– The Ohio Fall Challenge takes place where it all started this season – at the scenic Deer Creek State Park. The Ohio Fall Challenge features triathlon\, duathlon and aquabike with a distance for all ability levels and experience.  The Ohio Fall Challenge is a great race to end your traditional multisport season and head into the “off-season” on a high note!  Deer Creek State Park is located just 20 miles south of Columbus\, Ohio off I-71.  Reserve your spot at the Start Line and celebrate a great season! \nJoin us on a Fall weekend in September at the Ohio Fall Challenge! End your racing season on a high note at this outstanding athlete-friendly event. \nSHIRT OR NO SHIRT\, EITHER WAY\, YOU WIN! \nEverything costs too much these days\, and we want to help! All entry fees for 2026 HFP’s Ohio multisport race series have been reduced by the cost of the race shirt to allow you to forgo the additional cost.  And if you want to memorialize your soon-to-be PR\, you have the option to purchase a race t-shirt when you register. Sorry\, you still have to wear your race bib.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Register for the Race” style=”custom” custom_background=”#da0d2d” custom_text=”#ffffff” shape=”round” css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Ftriregistration.com%2Freg2%2FRace.php%3Feventid%3D3639|title:Register%20-%20Ohio%20Fall%20Challenge|target:_blank”][vc_btn title=”Earn 25-100% Discount by Volunteering” style=”custom” custom_background=”#0e45ed” custom_text=”#ffffff” shape=”round” css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fhfpracing.com%2Fabout%2Fvolunteering%2F|title:Register%20to%20Volunteer%20OFC|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”red-text”] \nUPCOMING RACES:\n  \n \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][/vc_section][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1611427455411{margin-bottom: 40px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_tta_tabs active_section=”1″ css=”.vc_custom_1513965732993{margin-top: 30px !important;}”][vc_tta_section title=”Details” tab_id=”1513960008422-26187c41-82ce0b42-ac00″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1775079884630{padding-top: 1em !important;padding-right: 2em !important;padding-left: 2em !important;}”]RACE PACKET PICK-UP.  See Packet pick-up tab.  There is NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION — packet pickup ONLY \nAWARDS\nAll finishers will receive a handsome finisher amenity. \n\nTop 3 Male and Female OVERALL FINISHERS in the Super Sprint (Mini)\, Sprint & Olympic triathlons and duathlons races will receive a commemorative award. The TOP NON-BINARY Finisher in each triathlon will be awarded.\nTop 3 Male and Female OVERALL Finishers in the Collegiate (Sprint & Olympic triathlons) will receive a commemorative award (See Note 1).\nTop 3 Male and Female OVERALL Finishers in the High School Division – Triathlon & Duathlon (Super Sprint & Sprint triathlons) will receive a commemorative award (See Note 1).\nTOP OVERALL Division Male and Female FINISHER (1st Place) in each AGE GROUP\,  CLYDESDALE\, ATHENA  & PARATRIATHLON**  in the Super Sprint\, Sprint and Olympic triathlons will receive an award commemorating their finish.\nTop OVERALL Relay team in each distance will receive a commemorative award.\nTop OVERALL Male and Female Finisher in the Aquabike.\n\n** HFP Racing supports the USA Paratriathlon Classifications. If you have any questions or require any special assistance\, please contact us at customerservice@hfpracing.com. \nNote 1: Athletes must register and select to participate in special Collegiate and High School divisions and not in the “standard” age group categories for each distance. If register in the standard age group categories you will not be scored in the Collegiate and High School Divisions.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1775079908947{padding-top: 1em !important;padding-right: 2em !important;padding-left: 2em !important;}”] \nRace Distances\n\nSuper Sprint (Mini) Triathlon: 250y Swim – 7 mi Bike – 2mi Run\nSuper Sprint (Mini) Duathlon: 2 mi Run – 7 mi Bike – 2mi Run\nSprint Triathlon: 750m Swim – 21k Bike – 5k Run\nSprint Duathlon: 5K Run – 21k Bike – 5k Run\nOlympic Triathlon: 1500m Swim – 41k Bike – 10k Run\nOlympic Duathlon: 5k Run – 41k Bike – 10k Run\nAquabike Distances are identical to the selected triathlon distance for swim and bike (Ex/Sprint Aquabike 750m swim+21K bike)\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1521692873852{margin-bottom: 2em !important;padding-top: 1em !important;padding-right: 2em !important;padding-left: 2em !important;}”] \nRelays\nFor those who prefer to race one element of the triathlon or duathlon we offer a relay division for our sprint and Olympic distance triathlons and duathlons. Relay teams consist of three (3) members (1 swimmer\, 1 biker\, 1 runner)\, each member will complete one segment of the race (2 members for duathlon teams).  Each team member will exchange their timing chip bracelet at their assigned bike rack. There are NO age groups in this division.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Packet Pick-up” tab_id=”1634618711492-1e308028-a2cf”][vc_column_text]Packet Pick Up – Race Day Only \n1. Date: Sunday\nTime: 6:30-7:45 am\nLocation: Deer Creek State Park – Beach Parking Area\nPre-Race Meeting: Approximately 7:30 am \nRace Site Address: 14403 Crownover Mill Rd\nMount Sterling\, Ohio 43145 \nPlease Note: All participants must collect his/ her own event packet. Photo ID is required in order to collect event materials. NO ID = NO EVENT.  HINT if you take a photo of your ID with your phone\, that will be sufficient for photo ID purposes.  \nPre-Race Meeting: A brief pre-race meeting  will take place on race morning at approximately 7:30 am located near the transition area. Additionally\, before each swim wave\, the swim starter will briefly go over the course. We are always available for questions\, there will not be time for extensive Q&A before the race so we encourage you to review all race information on the website.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Pricing” tab_id=”1513960008288-e119bfa5-6a840b42-ac00″][vc_column_text]Please see Terms & Conditions before registering.  \n\n\n\n\n	ENTRY FEES DO NOT INCLUDE A RACE SHIRTLOWER ENTRY FEES!\n\n\n\n\n	RaceThrough 12/31/251/01/26 to 3/31/264/01/26 to 5/31/266/01/26 - 8/31/269/01/26 - Race Week\n\n\n	Super Sprint (Mini) Tri/Du/Aquabike$60$70$80$90$100\n\n\n	Sprint Tri/Du/Aquabike$75$85$95$110$125\n\n\n	Olympic Tri/Du/Aquabike$90$100$110$125$135\n\n\n	Sprint Tri/Du Relay$110$120$135$150$180\n\n\n	Olympic Tri/Du Relay$140$150$160$180$220\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_btn title=”Register for the Race” style=”custom” custom_background=”#da0d2d” custom_text=”#ffffff” shape=”round” align=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1760059885500{margin-bottom: 2em !important;}” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Ftriregistration.com%2Freg2%2FRace.php%3Feventid%3D3639|title:Register%20-%20Ohio%20Fall%20Challenge|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1760188104933{margin-bottom: 2em !important;padding-right: 2em !important;padding-left: 2em !important;}” el_class=”centerThis”]* Prices above reflect cost for USAT Annual Members and all participants MUST have a valid USAT license (annual or one-day).\nIf you are not a USAT member\, adults may purchase a one-day membership for the event  or an annual membership. Youth (17 & under) may purchase an annual membership \nFAMILY PLAN IS BACK! \nIf You register for a Sprint or Olympic distance race\, your 13-18  year-old can participate for no entry fee except applicable USAT licenses in the Mini distance. You must register your youth in the High School Division. There is no retroactive application of discount. After you register\, contact customerservice@hfpracing.com and provide your event registered and distance and we will send you a code to use to register your Youth athlete.  \n\nREGISTRATION NOTES\n\nRegistration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.\nFees listed above do not include the online TriRegistration processing fee.\nThere is NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION.\nUSA Triathlon Rule 3.2a. All age group athletes must participate and compete in the age group division corresponding to the athlete’s age on December 31 of the year of the event.\nIf using a discount or sale code\, only one code can be used per transaction.\n\n\nRACE PACKETS\nOfficial Race T-shirt (if registered at least 20 days prior to event date)\, Goodie Bag\, Post Race Food & Beverages\, and ALL finishers will receive a handsome Finishers Medal (including all relay team members). \nDownload the T-Shirt Sizing Chart here[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Schedule” tab_id=”1513960110938-b153fedd-fbe40b42-ac00″][vc_column_text el_class=”no-heading”]Ohio Fall Challenge Weekend Schedule\n\n\n\n\n	Sunday\, September 22\n\n\n\n\n	6:30am – 7:45am – Race Packet Pickup\n\n\n	7:50 am - Event Formation begins\n\n\n\n\n \nOhio Fall Challenge Start Times\n\n\n\n\n	Sunday\, September 22 \n\n\n\n\n	6:30am – 7:45am – Transition area open\n\n\n	8:00am – Olympic Triathlon Waves\n\n\n	8:25am – Sprint Triathlon Waves\n\n\n	8:25am – All Duathletes (Mini\, Sprint and Olympic)\n\n\n	8:45am – Mini Triathlon Waves\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Rules and Regulations” tab_id=”1513960133019-0ebfa2bc-2a790b42-ac00″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1703439196197{margin-bottom: 2em !important;padding-top: 1em !important;padding-right: 2em !important;padding-left: 2em !important;}” el_class=”no-heading”] \nUSA Triathlon Sanctioning\n\nAll HFP Racing multisport events are USA Triathlon sanctioned.\nUSAT’s Most Commonly Violated Rules: If you are new to the sport or are wondering why you got a penalty at your last race\,\nread USAT’s most commonly violated rules. After each event in our series that has an USAT Official present we will post the Official USAT Referee’s Report on the Results Page for that event.\nNeed to print a USAT membership card? Click HERE.\n\nUSAT Age-Up Policy\nHow the “Aging Up” situation will be handled for those people changing age groups during the course of the year:\nHFP Racing’s series scoring coincides with the USAT “aging up” policy. Participants will compete in whichever age group they would be in as of the 31st of December in the year of the race.  In other words\, everyone’s age group for the current season will be determined by their age on December 31st of the year they are racing. \nExample: Jane Smith is 34 during the entire racing season\, but turns 35 on Dec. 15th of that year. Jane will then compete in the 35-39 age group for the entire season for all events. \nUSAT Wetsuit Rules\nAll HFP Racing Series events will follow the wetsuit guidelines set forth by USA Triathlon. Those guidelines state: \n\nUSAT rules state that competitors may wear wetsuits if the water temperature is 78 degrees or lower.\nUSAT rules also state that if the water temperature is between 78.1 – 83.9 degrees\, competitors may wear wetsuits but will not be eligible for awards. HFP Racing Series will have a separate category for those who choose to wear a wetsuit in this temperature range. Those athletes who choose to wear a wetsuit will not be reflected in the overall results.\nIf the water temperature is 84 degrees or above\, participants may NOT wear wetsuits.\n\nExpected water temperatures will be posted via our Twitter feed page 12-24 hrs. before each event.  Average water temperature for Deer Creek reservoir in September has been 75 degrees.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”See The Race Rules” style=”custom” custom_background=”#da0d2d” custom_text=”#ffffff” shape=”round” align=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1516424422294{margin-bottom: 2em !important;}” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fhfpracing.com%2Frace-rules%2F||target:%20_blank|”][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Travel & Lodging” tab_id=”1634618773186-351e54ae-b9c5″][vc_column_text] \nLodging\nComing in the weekend of the event? Make it a family affair and stay at the Deer Creek Lodge and Conference Center.  From Golf\, hiking\, canoeing to many more onsite activities there is something for the entire family. \nVisit Deer Creek Park Lodge for details and reservations. \nTravel\nThe event site is the Deer Creek State Park Beach\, 14403 Crownover Mill Rd\, New Holland\, OH 43145.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Athlete Information” tab_id=”1634618866702-e70f4806-6c7d”][vc_column_text] \nRace Information\n\nIs this your first race? Welcome to the sport and the HFP Racing and Greenswell Events family!\nAll athletes receive a great race\, a super comfy race shirt\, finisher’s medal\, post race food/drink\, high-fives and sore muscles!\nRace categories available for this race are Age Group\, Aquabike (swim-bike-done!)\, Clydesdale\, Athena and Relay Teams.\nAll HFP Racing races are USA Triathlon sanctioned events. You’ll be included in their National Ranking as well as support the US Olympic Team.\nAll HFP Racing race registrations are non-refundable. Race registration insurance is available during the registration process.\nAll registered athletes will receive an email on the Wednesday or Thursday before the race with all the information pertaining to their entry to include any last minute details to make your race weekend go smoothly!\nSpectators – We love when family and friends cheer you on! You’ll watch your athlete start & finish the Swim/Bike/Run and hug them at the finish line!\n\nParking Information\nAthlete and spectator parking is located at the main beach parking lots. However\, once the event begins no vehicles will be permitted to leave the parking area until the last bike re-enters the park or law enforcement allows vehicles to exit. \nIf you or family members must leave before the last bike re-enters the park\, please park in the overflow lot – 1st road to your right when you enter the park. No parking in the grass. \nRace Number & Sticker Kits\nThe race number you receive at packet pickup should be worn during the bike and run portion of the event. This will help identify who is participating in the event and also will help identify you to volunteers\, team members\, other athletes and emergency personnel. \nYou will receive a sticker kit containing 3 numbers that match your race number. Each sticker has a purpose – 1 sticker is for your bike\, 1 sticker is for your bike helmet\, and 3rd sticker (if available) is for your gear bag (only applicable in a two-transition event). \nBody Marking\nAthletes will self-body mark in 2022. There will be markers available to you on race morning.  For marking\, mark your assigned race number on both your upper right and upper left arms. Mark your Age on the back of your left calf if you are racing in the Age Group division or if you are racing as a Clydesdale “C”\, Athena “A”\, Aquabike “AQ” or Relay “R” . On your right calf\, mark “M” Mini\, “S” Sprint\, and “O” for Olympic. \nTiming Chips\nAll events produced and timed by HFP Racing are timed with Race Results Chip Equipment. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the following procedures to insure successful timing of your event: \n\nAll participants will receive their Timing Chip at packet pick up (athlete check-in). You are REQUIRED to show your paper Bib number in order to receive you timing chip.  Our Volunteers are human so please double check that your timing chip number matched your bib number.\nAlong with the timing chip participants will receive a Velcro ankle strap. For those participants who have their own neoprene strap they may use that for holding the timing chip.\nRelay Teams will exchange their timing chip at their bike rack located in the transition area (swimmer to biker and biker to runner).\nIt is REQUIRED that all participants wear the timing chip on their LEFT ankle.\n\nHow to wear the timing chip with the provided neoprene Velcro strap: \n\nThread the loose strap through the timing chip and securely fasten the Velcro\nThe chip should be in a small “pocket” on the chip strap.\nPlace the strap around your LEFT ankle\nGive the chip a firm pull\, it should remain securely fastened\nDouble check that strap is fastened correctly and securely as loss of timing chip will results in a bill of $35\n\nREMEMBER\, YOU MUST RETURN YOUR CHIP AT THE FINISH LINE. YOU CANNOT USE THIS CHIP AT OTHER RACES. \nIF YOU ARE NOT ABLE TO FINISH ANY LEG OF THE RACE YOU MUST TURN IN YOUR TIMING CHIP BEFORE CROSSING OVER ANY ADDITIONAL TIMING MATS. IN THIS EVENT TAKE YOUR TIMING CHIP TO THE TIMING CHIP COLLECTION AREA NEAR THE FINISH LINE AND INFORM THEM OF YOUR DECISION. \nYou will be assessed a $35 charge for your chip if not returned. \nTransition Area\nTriathletes may enter the transition area at the posted start time of race morning packet pick-up. All bikes must be racked 15-minutes before the start of the first swim wave. Bike racks are identified by distance and triathletes must put their bicycles and gear in their designated bicycle location. \nEach bike rack can hold 4 bikes\, as such each athletes space is approximately 3 feet wide and 3 feet long. Once your bike is in place your space left for use is approximately the same size as a standard bath towel. \nAfter racking your bike\, proceed to the athlete check-in area located near the transition area and obtain your race number\, timing chip\, etc.  Please body mark yourself at least 1/2 hour before the race. \nRules: \n\nBike storage will NOT be provided the night before the event.\nGlass containers are NOT allowed in the transition area.\nOnly triathletes and transition workers are allowed in the transition area. Please advise your family and friends that they will need to remain outside of the transition area.\nYou MUST rack your bike on race morning. First come first serve any rack that does not already have 4 bikes on it.\nParticipants will NOT be allowed to mount their bikes in the transition area and will be required to dismount at the designated spot outside the transition area.\nTriathletes must show their race number to remove their bicycle and gear from the transition area after the race.\n\nRace Flow \n\nSwim – When triathletes finish the swim portion of the race\, they will enter the transition area and proceed to their designated bicycle rack (relay teams make their exchange at their designated rack number). Each triathletes swim time will end when they cross the timing mat located near the swim exit. NOTE: DUATHLETES – when duathletes complete their 1st run they will enter transition and proceed to their designated bicycle rack to transition to the biking leg of the race.\nBike – Bikes may NOT be ridden in the transition area. It is important to use extreme caution when departing the transition area\, it is may be very congested! All athletes must put on their helmet and snap the strap before mounting their bike. The helmet on and buckled until they dismount and rack their bike. Not following the helmet rules may result in a disqualification (DQ). Bike times will start when athletes depart the transition area through the ‘Bike Out’ chute and end when they re-enter the transition area through the ‘Bike In’ chute in the transition area. Once the bike portion is completed\, athletes will return their bike to their designated spot in the transition area.\nRun – All athletes depart the transition area by exiting through the ‘Run Out’ chute. Athletes run time will begin when they depart the transition area at ‘Run Out’ and end when they cross the finish line.\n\nWater Temperature\, Swim Caps and Wetsuits\nThe top two questions we receive about our events is what is the water temperature and are wetsuits allowed. Since one answer usually answers the other the explanations for both are bundled together for you here. \nWater Temperature\nThe water temperature for each open water event is taken and posted on Twitter 24 hours before the posted packet pick-up time. This temperature reading is a preliminary reading. The official water temperature will be taken on race morning about 60-90 minutes prior to race start by the Race Director or the USAT official on site. \nSwim Caps \nAll triathlon and aquabike participants will be issued an official race swim cap that must be worn during the swim portion.  Swim caps are latex. If you have a latex allergy\, contact customerservice@hfpracing.com. We do have silicon caps available for individuals with latex allergies. \nWetsuits\nAs per USAT rules\, if the water temperature is 78 degrees Fahrenheit or below then wetsuits ARE allowed. At 78.1 to 83.9 degrees Fahrenheit participants may wear a wetsuit at their own discretion; however\, wearing a wetsuit in the temperature range will mean that the athletes are ineligible for awards and their results will be placed in the Wetsuit category section of the category results page. Your results will not be placed in the overall results as wearing a wetsuit is an unfair advantage.  At 84 degrees Fahrenheit and above wetsuits are NOT permitted at all – this is for your own safety.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Volunteer” tab_id=”1634618960443-69bf1ea8-56fa”][vc_column_text]We pride ourselves on the success of our events to which none of it could be possible without the support of our amazing volunteers. \nHow to Become a Volunteer\n\nIt is simple. Find out more information on our volunteer page.  If you have any further questions please send an email to customerservice@hfpracing.com and let us know you wish to support the event! \nVolunteer as a Group\nHFP Racing events are a great opportunity to get your community group\, run club\, tri-club\, ANY group involved and volunteer together. We have many areas of the race that are perfect for groups from 5-15 people to volunteer together. Send us email at customerservice@hfpracing.com and let us know!\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_tabs][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_section full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”nrmg-feature-row” css=”.vc_custom_1611513121932{margin-bottom: 40px !important;}”][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text el_class=”nrmg-feature-header”] \nCOURSE MAPS\n[/vc_column_text][vc_tta_tabs][vc_tta_section title=”Super Sprint (Mini)” tab_id=”1504818966169-79cb5e6d-170597f3-31e896f5-48235136-ecee0b42-ac00″][vc_custom_heading text=”SUPER SPRINT TRIATHLON\, DUATHLON & AQUABIKE” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:left|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1775079953339{margin-top: 0px !important;}” el_class=”tab-header”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1775079989546{padding-right: 10px !important;padding-left: 10px !important;}”]The Super Sprint (Mini) distance triathlon will start off with a 250 yard out and back swim (water depth average 4-6 feet along the beach)\, followed by a 7 mile bike course through the countryside and finishing with 2 mile out and back run within the park. Duathletes will start off with a 2 mile run. \nSuper Sprint Distance – Interactive Run Course – Click HERE \nSuper Sprint Distance – Interactive Bike Course – Click HERE  \nClick an image to enlarge.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”5104\,5106\,5105″ img_size=”medium” css_animation=”flipInX” el_class=”centerThis”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Sprint” tab_id=”1504818975218-84e53f94-fee397f3-31e896f5-48235136-ecee0b42-ac00″][vc_custom_heading text=”SPRINT TRIATHLON\, DUATHLON & AQUABIKE” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:left|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1775080020835{margin-top: 0px !important;}” el_class=”tab-header”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css_animation=”none” css=”.vc_custom_1712687170268{padding-right: 10px !important;padding-left: 10px !important;}”]The sprint distance triathlon features a 750 meter counter-clockwise rectangular swim\, while the duathletes are running an out & back 5k within the park\, followed by a single loop 21k bike course through the gently rolling countryside surrounding the park and finishing with an out & back 5k run within the park. \nSprint Distance – Interactive Run Course – Click HERE \nSprint Distance – Interactive Bike Course – Click HERE  \nClick an image to enlarge.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”5106\,5105\,5104″ img_size=”medium” css_animation=”flipInX” el_class=”centerThis”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Olympic” tab_id=”1504818976589-d6f6c2f3-724597f3-31e896f5-48235136-ecee0b42-ac00″][vc_custom_heading text=”OLYMPIC TRIATHLON. DUATHLON\, & AQUABIKE” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:left|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”” el_class=”tab-header”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1712687369424{padding-right: 10px !important;padding-left: 10px !important;}”]The Olympic distance triathlon features a 1500 meter 2-lap counter-clockwise rectangular swim\, while the duathletes are running an out & back 5k within the park\, followed by a two lap bike course (41K) through the countryside surrounding the park and finishing with a two lap out & back 10k run within the park. \nOlympic distance – Interactive Run Course – Click HERE \nOlympic distance – Interactive Bike Course – Click HERE \nClick an image to enlarge.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”5106\,5105\,5104″ img_size=”medium” css_animation=”flipInX” el_class=”centerThis”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_tabs][/vc_column][/vc_row][/vc_section][vc_section full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”nrmg-feature-row”][vc_row msp_template=”match-page-football-simple” css=”.vc_custom_1611427525831{margin-bottom: 40px !important;}” el_class=”venue-section”][vc_column][vc_column_text el_class=”nrmg-feature-header”] \nABOUT THE VENUE\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1621455865468{padding-right: 20px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;}” el_class=”centerThis”] \nDeer Creek State Park\n20635 State Park Road 20\, Mt Sterling\, OH 43143 | Website \nWelcome to Deer Creek State Park. A true vacation destination\, Deer Creek offers a balance of modern and rustic facilities to satisfy every visitor. Set amidst rich farming country\, the park’s well-appointed resort\, marina\, large campground\, and 18-hole golf course facilities blend perfectly with outdoor activities such as boating\, fishing\, camping\, and hiking. The park also boasts a presidential connection with its historical Harding Cabin. In summer\, Deer Creek offers nature programming\, and in winter\, snowmobiling and ice fishing. \nThe Ohio Fall Challenge features a distance for all ability levels\, whether you’re getting ready for a fall Ironman distance race or looking for a great course for your final triathlon of the year\, the Ohio Fall Challenge is the race for you. The field is limited to the first 500 total participants. \nJoin us in the last weekend of September at the Ohio Fall Challenge! End your racing season on a high note at this outstanding athlete-friendly event.[/vc_column_text][vc_gmaps link=”#E-8_JTNDaWZyYW1lJTIwc3JjJTNEJTIyaHR0cHMlM0ElMkYlMkZ3d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbSUyRm1hcHMlMkZlbWJlZCUzRnBiJTNEJTIxMW0xNCUyMTFtOCUyMTFtMyUyMTFkMjg5NDUuNTIzMzQzNzI5MDUlMjEyZC04My4yNTA5NDk4JTIxM2QzOS42NDYwNzU3JTIxM20yJTIxMWkxMDI0JTIxMmk3NjglMjE0ZjEzLjElMjEzbTMlMjExbTIlMjExczB4MCUyNTNBMHhhODRjMGY0OTQ3YzRhMjBkJTIxMnNQYXJrJTI1MjBPZmZpY2UlMjE1ZTElMjEzbTIlMjExc2VuJTIxMnN1cyUyMTR2MTYyMTQ1NTkwNzY3NiUyMTVtMiUyMTFzZW4lMjEyc3VzJTIyJTIwd2lkdGglM0QlMjI2MDAlMjIlMjBoZWlnaHQlM0QlMjI0NTAlMjIlMjBzdHlsZSUzRCUyMmJvcmRlciUzQTAlM0IlMjIlMjBhbGxvd2Z1bGxzY3JlZW4lM0QlMjIlMjIlMjBsb2FkaW5nJTNEJTIybGF6eSUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRmlmcmFtZSUzRQ==” size=”300px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][/vc_section][vc_section full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”nrmg-feature-row”][vc_row el_class=”text-header”][vc_column][vc_column_text el_class=”nrmg-feature-header”] \nIMAGE GALLERY\n[/vc_column_text][vc_media_grid style=”load-more” items_per_page=”8″ element_width=”3″ btn_style=”custom” btn_custom_background=”#d11e29″ btn_custom_text=”#ffffff” grid_id=”vc_gid:1775079999850-de5858c4-fda0-9″ include=”879\,883\,868\,886\,870\,893\,892\,869\,871\,878\,876\,875\,889\,891\,894\,897\,885\,880″][/vc_column][/vc_row][/vc_section]
URL:https://hfpracing.com/race/the-ohio-fall-challenge-at-deer-creek-state-park-2/
CATEGORIES:2026 Triathlons, Duathlons & Aquabike,Ohio Triathlon & Duathlon Series
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928
DTSTAMP:20260413T050123
CREATED:20260223T142903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T144113Z
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SUMMARY:Delaware Community Center YMCA Youth Triathlon
DESCRIPTION:[vc_section css=”.vc_custom_1514401728916{margin-bottom: 2em !important;padding-right: 1em !important;padding-left: 1em !important;}”][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1514348192475{margin-top: -35px !important;margin-bottom: 50px !important;}”][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1514349407608{margin-top: 1em !important;}”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1771856737415{margin-top: 2em !important;}”] \n2026 YOUTH TRIATHLON\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image source=”featured_image” img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” css_animation=”bounceInDown”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1771856714305{margin-bottom: 30px !important;}” el_class=”race-header”] \nDelaware Community Center YMCA Youth Triathlon\nSeptember 27\, 2026 \n\n– This youth triathlon held at the Delaware Community Center YMCA pool and Veterans Park in Delaware\, Ohio. The swim\, bike\, and run and FUN takes place in beautiful Delaware\, Ohio. Proceeds benefit the Delaware YMCA Community Program. \nParticipation is capped at 100 youth participants. Register Early! \n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Register for the Race!” style=”custom” custom_background=”#da0d2d” custom_text=”#ffffff” shape=”round” css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Ftriregistration.com%2Freg2%2FRace.php%3Feventid%3D3654|title:Register%20-%20Delaware%20YMCA%20Youth%20Triathlon|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text el_class=”red-text”] \nUPCOMING RACES:\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][/vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_tta_tabs active_section=”1″ css=”.vc_custom_1521511815122{margin-top: 30px !important;}”][vc_tta_section title=”Race Info” tab_id=”1521510212996-12cbe4be-0742″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1771857669351{padding-top: 1em !important;padding-right: 2em !important;padding-bottom: 1em !important;padding-left: 2em !important;}”]For Start Times see Schedule \nAge Divisions:\n\n11-12 years\n9-10 years\n6-8 years\n\nRace Distances\nAges: 11-12 \n\nSwim: 100 yards\nBike 3.0 miles\nRun: 1.0 mile\n\nAges: 9-10 \n\nSwim: 50 yards\nBike 2.0 miles\nRun: 1.00 miles\n\nAges: 6-8 \n\nSwim: 40 yards\nBike: 1.0 miles\nRun: 0.50 miles\n\nCourse Description\nYouth participants will swim prescribed length in Delaware Community YMCA pool\, transition at the YMCA\, and then take the bike path around Veterans Park. Each bike loop equals 1 mile. Youth participants will transition from bike to run at Veterans Park and complete the run that travels around the fields at the park to finish at the Veterans Park shelterhouse area. \nWhat To Bring\n\nHelmet – mandatory!\nSwim suit\, bike\, socks and shoes for bike/run.\nOptional: goggles\, swim cap\, towel\, shorts/shirt for bike/run. (Please label everything.)\n**Note that headphones are strictly prohibited on the race courses at all times\n\nFOR THE SAFETY OF ALL PARTICIPANTS\, NO PARENTS/SPECTATORS WILL BE ALLOWED IN TRANSITION AREAS OR ON THE RACE COURSE AT ANY TIME. Thank you in advance for your cooperation. \nAwards\nAwards will be given for the First\, Second\, Third Male and Female places of each age grouping (11-12\, 9-10\, 6-8).  Results will be sent to everyone’s email and available live on this website. \nBe safe\, have fun\, and good luck![/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Pricing” tab_id=”1521510212760-cdc7f6cf-267d”][vc_column_text css=””]Entry Fee is $40 for all age divisions.    \nNote: Youth must participate in the age division of their age as of the event day! No exceptions\, please.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_btn title=”Register for the Race!” style=”custom” custom_background=”#da0d2d” custom_text=”#ffffff” shape=”round” align=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1771857143327{padding-top: 1em !important;padding-right: 1em !important;padding-bottom: 1em !important;padding-left: 1em !important;}” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Ftriregistration.com%2Freg2%2FRace.php%3Feventid%3D3654|title:Register%20-%20Delaware%20Community%20Youth%20Triathlon|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Schedule” tab_id=”1521511272920-cd5f9901-78eb”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1771856926557{padding-top: 1em !important;padding-right: 2em !important;padding-bottom: 1em !important;padding-left: 2em !important;}”]Entry Fee: $40 All Ages \nStart Times\n\nAges 11-12: 8:00 am\nAges 9-10: 9:15 am\nAges 6-8: 10:30 am\n\nPacket Pick Up at Delaware Community YMCA\n\nRACE Morning Only – Sunday\, September 27: Starting at 7:15am\n\nTiming Chip Pick Up at Delaware Community YMCA (all youth participants required to wear timing chip for entire event)\n\nSunday\, September 27 starting at 7:15am\n\n*Please plan to be at the pool at least 60 minutes prior to your start time in order to get your packet\, timing chip\, transition (rack) your bike. \nBike Check-In\nBike Drop-off is Sunday morning (race morning) only starting at 7:00 am.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Event Location & Address” tab_id=”1724763564278-7b047c07-6400″][vc_column_text css=””]Delaware Community Center YMCA \n1121 S. Houck Rd \nDelaware\, OH 43015 \nPhone: (614) 389-4648 \nwebsite: https://ymcacolumbus.org/locations/delaware \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_tabs][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_section full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”nrmg-feature-row”][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text el_class=”nrmg-feature-header”] \nCOURSE MAPS\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=””]Youth racers will be treated to a spectacular swim in the Delaware Community Center YMCA Pool (transition area #1)\, then transition to a bike ride on the paved bike path around Veterans Park\, and then complete their triathlon with a run around the fields at Veteran park. Finish is located at the Veterans Park Shelter House Area. \nClick on Course Map image to view the course.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”7913″ img_size=”medium” add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” onclick=”link_image” css_animation=”flipInX” css=”” el_class=”centerThis”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][/vc_section]
URL:https://hfpracing.com/race/delaware-community-center-ymca-youth-triathlon-2/
CATEGORIES:2026 Triathlons, Duathlons & Aquabike,Youth Triathlons & Duathlon
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261003
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261004
DTSTAMP:20260413T050123
CREATED:20251215T140700Z
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SUMMARY:The Dirty Yeti Gravel Triathlon\, Duathlon\, Aquabike
DESCRIPTION:[vc_section css=”.vc_custom_1514401728916{margin-bottom: 2em !important;padding-right: 1em !important;padding-left: 1em !important;}”][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1514348192475{margin-top: -35px !important;margin-bottom: 50px !important;}”][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1636547484215{margin-top: 1em !important;}”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1765807650900{margin-top: 2em !important;}”] \nOhio Dirt & Gravel\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image source=”featured_image” img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” css_animation=”bounceInDown”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1775072382614{margin-bottom: 30px !important;}” el_class=”race-header”] \nTHE DIRTY YETI GRAVEL TRIATHLON\, DUATHLON & AQUABIKE\nOctober 3\, 2026\n– The Dirty Yeti Triathlon\, Duathlon & Aquabike\, part of the 2026 USA Triathlon Cross & Gravel Series is the perfect end of the year event for the beginner and seasoned off-road and adventure athlete. The Dirty Yeti features two distances that will test all levels and abilities.  The event takes place at Salt Fork State Park and features a calm swim in its’ pristine reservoir\, and a rolling terrain of the bike course across the valleys of Salt Fork. Then you will finish your adventure with a challenging 3.8 mile single track run along side the reservoir and through the forest of Salt Fork.  Dirty Yeti – Short is a beginner-friendly l-lap experience while Dirty Yeti – Long is a 2-lap experience for those looking for a greater endurance challenge. This is the perfect off-road adventure. The course is designed so that you will have fun and be challenged. \nThis is Ohio’s only gravel triathlon\, duathlon and aquabike. Take part this unique\, fun event! \nParticipation is limited to 200 participants.  [/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Register for the Race” style=”custom” custom_background=”#da0d2d” custom_text=”#ffffff” shape=”round” css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Ftriregistration.com%2Freg2%2FRace.php%3Feventid%3D3652|title:Register%20-%20Dirty%20Yeti%20Triathlon|target:_blank”][vc_btn title=”Volunteer & Earn 25-100% Discount” style=”custom” custom_background=”#0e45ed” custom_text=”#ffffff” shape=”round” css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fhfpracing.com%2Fabout%2Fvolunteering%2F|title:Register%20to%20Volunteer%20Dirty%20Yeti|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text el_class=”red-text”] \nUPCOMING RACES:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”7322″ css=”” title=”Delaware YMCA Youth Triathlon”][/vc_column][/vc_row][/vc_section][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1611427455411{margin-bottom: 40px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_tta_tabs active_section=”1″ css=”.vc_custom_1513965732993{margin-top: 30px !important;}”][vc_tta_section title=”Details” tab_id=”1513960008422-26187c41-82ce0b42-ac00″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1758580155088{padding-top: 1em !important;padding-right: 2em !important;padding-left: 2em !important;}”]RACE PACKET PICK-UP.  See Packet pick-up tab.  There is NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION — packet pickup ONLY \nAWARDS\nAll finishers will receive a handsome finisher amenity. \n\nTop 3 Male\, Female\, & Non-Binary OVERALL FINISHERS in the Short Yeti and Long Yeti triathlons and duathlons will receive a commemorative award.\nTOP OVERALL Division FINISHER (1st Place) in each AGE GROUP – Male & Female in the Short Yeti and long Yeti triathlons will receive an award commemorating their finish (No division awards in the Duathlon).\nTOP FINISHER (1st Place) in Clydesdale\, Athena\, and First Responder divisions will receive a commemorative award.\nTop OVERALL Relay team in each Yeti distance will receive a commemorative award.\nTop OVERALL Male and Female Finisher in the short Yeti and Long Yeti Aquabike.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1758580089297{padding-top: 1em !important;padding-right: 2em !important;padding-left: 2em !important;}”] \nRace Distances\n\nShort Yeti Triathlon: 250m Swim – 14 mi gravel Bike – 3.8 mile trail run\nShort Yeti Duathlon: 1 mi trail Run – 14 mi gravel Bike – 3.8 mile trail run\nLong Yeti Triathlon: 500m Swim – 28 mile gravel Bike – 7.6 mile trail run\nLong Yeti  Duathlon: 1 mile trail run – 28 mile gravel Bike – 7.6 mile trail run\nYeti Aquabike Distances are identical to the selected triathlon distance for swim and bike (Ex/Sprint Aquabike 250m swim+14 mile bike)\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1713377256155{margin-bottom: 2em !important;padding-top: 1em !important;padding-right: 2em !important;padding-left: 2em !important;}”] \nRelays\nFor those who prefer to race one element of the triathlon or duathlon we offer a relay division for the short and long  distance triathlons and duathlons. Relay teams consist of three (3) members (1 swimmer\, 1 biker\, 1 runner)\, each member will complete one segment of the race (2 members for duathlon teams).  Each team member will exchange their timing chip bracelet at their assigned bike rack. There are NO age groups in this division.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Packet Pick-up” tab_id=”1634618711492-1e308028-a2cf”][vc_column_text css=””]Packet Pick Up – Race Day Only \n1. Date: Saturday\nTime: 7:00 am – 8:15 am\nLocation:  Salt Fork State Park – Beach Parking Area\nPre-Race Meeting: Approximately 8:00 am \nRace Site Address: 14755 Cadiz Rd\nLore City\, Ohio 43755 \nPlease Note: All participants must collect his/ her own event packet. Photo ID is required in order to collect event materials. NO ID = NO EVENT.  HINT if you take a photo of your ID with your phone\, that will be sufficient for photo ID purposes.  \nCourse Overview: Before each swim wave and the Duathlon\, the starter will briefly go over the course. We are always available for questions\, there will not be time for extensive Q&A before the race so we encourage you to review all race information on the website.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Pricing” tab_id=”1513960008288-e119bfa5-6a840b42-ac00″][vc_column_text]\n\n\n\n	RaceThru  6/307/1 - 8/319/1 - Event Day\n\n\n\n\n	Dirty Yeti Short (Solo)$65$85$105\n\n\n	Dirty Yeti Long (Solo)$85$105$125\n\n\n	Dirty Yeti Short (Relay)$150$200$250\n\n\n	Dirty Yeti Long (Relay)$200$250$300\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_btn title=”Register for the Race” style=”custom” custom_background=”#da0d2d” custom_text=”#ffffff” shape=”round” align=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1770151889449{margin-bottom: 2em !important;}” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Ftriregistration.com%2Freg2%2FRace.php%3Feventid%3D3652|title:Register%20-%20Dirty%20Yeti%20Triathlon|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1713361165590{margin-bottom: 2em !important;padding-right: 2em !important;padding-left: 2em !important;}” el_class=”centerThis”]* Prices above reflect cost for USAT Annual Members and all participants MUST have a valid USAT license (annual or one-day).\nIf you are not a USAT member\, adults may purchase a one-day membership for the event  or an annual membership. Youth (17 & under) may purchase an annual membership \n  \nREGISTRATION NOTES\n\nRegistration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.\nFees listed above do not include the online TriRegistration processing fee.\nThere is NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION.\nUSA Triathlon Rule 3.2a. All age group athletes must participate and compete in the age group division corresponding to the athlete’s age on December 31 of the year of the event.\nIf using a discount or sale code\, only one code can be used per transaction.\n\n\nRACE PACKETS\nOfficial Race T-shirt (if registered at least 20 days prior to event date)\, Goodie Bag\, Post Race Food & Beverages\, and ALL finishers will receive a handsome Finishers Medal (including all relay team members). \nDownload the T-Shirt Sizing Chart here[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Schedule” tab_id=”1513960110938-b153fedd-fbe40b42-ac00″][vc_column_text el_class=”no-heading”]Dirty Yeti Times\n\n\n\n\n	Saturday\, October 4Saturday\, October 4\n\n\n\n\n	6:45 am - Check-in Begins8:15 am Check-in Ends\n\n\n	6:45 am Transition Opens8:15 am Transition Closes\n\n\n	8:30 am– Dirty Yeti Long1:00 pm - Dirty Yeti Long Course Close\n\n\n	8:55 am - Dirty Yeti Short1:00 pm Dirty Yeti Short Course Close\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Rules and Regulations” tab_id=”1513960133019-0ebfa2bc-2a790b42-ac00″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1703439196197{margin-bottom: 2em !important;padding-top: 1em !important;padding-right: 2em !important;padding-left: 2em !important;}” el_class=”no-heading”] \nUSA Triathlon Sanctioning\n\nAll HFP Racing multisport events are USA Triathlon sanctioned.\nUSAT’s Most Commonly Violated Rules: If you are new to the sport or are wondering why you got a penalty at your last race\,\nread USAT’s most commonly violated rules. After each event in our series that has an USAT Official present we will post the Official USAT Referee’s Report on the Results Page for that event.\nNeed to print a USAT membership card? Click HERE.\n\nUSAT Age-Up Policy\nHow the “Aging Up” situation will be handled for those people changing age groups during the course of the year:\nHFP Racing’s series scoring coincides with the USAT “aging up” policy. Participants will compete in whichever age group they would be in as of the 31st of December in the year of the race.  In other words\, everyone’s age group for the current season will be determined by their age on December 31st of the year they are racing. \nExample: Jane Smith is 34 during the entire racing season\, but turns 35 on Dec. 15th of that year. Jane will then compete in the 35-39 age group for the entire season for all events. \nUSAT Wetsuit Rules\nAll HFP Racing Series events will follow the wetsuit guidelines set forth by USA Triathlon. Those guidelines state: \n\nUSAT rules state that competitors may wear wetsuits if the water temperature is 78 degrees or lower.\nUSAT rules also state that if the water temperature is between 78.1 – 83.9 degrees\, competitors may wear wetsuits but will not be eligible for awards. HFP Racing Series will have a separate category for those who choose to wear a wetsuit in this temperature range. Those athletes who choose to wear a wetsuit will not be reflected in the overall results.\nIf the water temperature is 84 degrees or above\, participants may NOT wear wetsuits.\n\nExpected water temperatures will be posted via our Twitter feed page 12-24 hrs. before each event.  Average water temperature for Deer Creek reservoir in September has been 75 degrees.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”See The Race Rules” style=”custom” custom_background=”#da0d2d” custom_text=”#ffffff” shape=”round” align=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1516424422294{margin-bottom: 2em !important;}” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fhfpracing.com%2Frace-rules%2F||target:%20_blank|”][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Travel & Lodging” tab_id=”1634618773186-351e54ae-b9c5″][vc_column_text] \nLodging\nComing in the weekend of the event? Make it a family affair and stay at the Salt Fork Lodge and Conference Center.  From Golf\, hiking\, canoeing to many more onsite activities there is something for the entire family. \nVisit Salt Fork Park Lodge for details and reservations. \nTravel\nThe event site is the Salt Fork State Park Beach\, 14755 Cadiz Rd\, Lore City\, OH 43755[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Athlete Information” tab_id=”1634618866702-e70f4806-6c7d”][vc_column_text css=””] \nRace Information\n\nIs this your first race? Welcome to the sport and the HFP Racing community!\nAll athletes receive a great race\, a super comfy race shirt\, finisher’s medal\, post race food/drink\, high-fives and sore muscles!\nRace categories available for this race are Age Group\, Aquabike (swim-bike-done!)\, Clydesdale\, Athena and Relay Teams.\nAll HFP Racing races are USA Triathlon sanctioned events. You’ll be included in their National Ranking as well as support the US Olympic Team.\nAll HFP Racing race registrations are non-refundable. Race registration insurance is available during the registration process.\nAll registered athletes will receive an email on the Wednesday or Thursday before the race with all the information pertaining to their entry to include any last minute details to make your race weekend go smoothly!\nSpectators – We love when family and friends cheer you on! You’ll watch your athlete start & finish the Swim/Bike/Run and hug them at the finish line!\n\nParking Information\nAthlete and spectator parking is located at the main beach parking lots. However\, once the event begins no vehicles will be permitted to leave the parking area until the last bike re-enters the park or law enforcement allows vehicles to exit. \nIf you or family members must leave before the last bike re-enters the park\, please park in the overflow lot – 1st road to your right when you enter the park. No parking in the grass. \nRace Number & Sticker Kits\nThe race number you receive at packet pickup should be worn during the bike and run portion of the event. This will help identify who is participating in the event and also will help identify you to volunteers\, team members\, other athletes and emergency personnel. \nYou will receive a sticker kit containing 3 numbers that match your race number. Each sticker has a purpose – 1 sticker is for your bike\, 1 sticker is for your bike helmet\, and 3rd sticker (if available) is for your gear bag (only applicable in a two-transition event). \nTiming Chips\nAll events produced and timed by HFP Racing are timed with Race Results Chip Equipment. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the following procedures to insure successful timing of your event: \n\nAll participants will receive their Timing Chip at packet pick up (athlete check-in). You are REQUIRED to show your paper Bib number in order to receive you timing chip.  Our Volunteers are human so please double check that your timing chip number matched your bib number.\nAlong with the timing chip participants will receive a Velcro ankle strap. For those participants who have their own neoprene strap they may use that for holding the timing chip.\nRelay Teams will exchange their timing chip at their bike rack located in the transition area (swimmer to biker and biker to runner).\nIt is REQUIRED that all participants wear the timing chip on their LEFT ankle.\n\nHow to wear the timing chip with the provided neoprene Velcro strap: \n\nThread the loose strap through the timing chip and securely fasten the Velcro\nThe chip should be in a small “pocket” on the chip strap.\nPlace the strap around your LEFT ankle\nGive the chip a firm pull\, it should remain securely fastened\nDouble check that strap is fastened correctly and securely as loss of timing chip will results in a bill of $35\n\nREMEMBER\, YOU MUST RETURN YOUR CHIP AT THE FINISH LINE. YOU CANNOT USE THIS CHIP AT OTHER RACES. \nIF YOU ARE NOT ABLE TO FINISH ANY LEG OF THE RACE YOU MUST TURN IN YOUR TIMING CHIP BEFORE CROSSING OVER ANY ADDITIONAL TIMING MATS. IN THIS EVENT TAKE YOUR TIMING CHIP TO THE TIMING CHIP COLLECTION AREA NEAR THE FINISH LINE AND INFORM THEM OF YOUR DECISION. \nYou will be assessed a $35 charge for your chip if not returned. \nTransition Area\nTriathletes may enter the transition area at the posted start time of race morning packet pick-up. All bikes must be racked 15-minutes before the start of the first swim wave. Bike racks are identified by distance and triathletes must put their bicycles and gear in their designated bicycle location. \nEach bike rack can hold 4 bikes\, as such each athletes space is approximately 3 feet wide and 3 feet long. Once your bike is in place your space left for use is approximately the same size as a standard bath towel. \nAfter racking your bike\, proceed to the athlete check-in area located near the transition area and obtain your race number\, timing chip\, etc.  Please body mark yourself at least 1/2 hour before the race. \nRules: \n\nBike storage will NOT be provided the night before the event.\nGlass containers are NOT allowed in the transition area.\nOnly triathletes and transition workers are allowed in the transition area. Please advise your family and friends that they will need to remain outside of the transition area.\nYou MUST rack your bike on race morning. First come first serve any rack that does not already have 4 bikes on it.\nParticipants will NOT be allowed to mount their bikes in the transition area and will be required to dismount at the designated spot outside the transition area.\nTriathletes must show their race number to remove their bicycle and gear from the transition area after the race.\n\nRace Flow \n\nSwim – When triathletes finish the swim portion of the race\, they will enter the transition area and proceed to their designated bicycle rack (relay teams make their exchange at their designated rack number). Each triathletes swim time will end when they cross the timing mat located near the swim exit. NOTE: DUATHLETES – when duathletes complete their 1st run they will enter transition and proceed to their designated bicycle rack to transition to the biking leg of the race.\nBike – Bikes may NOT be ridden in the transition area. It is important to use extreme caution when departing the transition area\, it is may be very congested! All athletes must put on their helmet and snap the strap before mounting their bike. The helmet on and buckled until they dismount and rack their bike. Not following the helmet rules may result in a disqualification (DQ). Bike times will start when athletes depart the transition area through the ‘Bike Out’ chute and end when they re-enter the transition area through the ‘Bike In’ chute in the transition area. Once the bike portion is completed\, athletes will return their bike to their designated spot in the transition area.\nRun – All athletes depart the transition area by exiting through the ‘Run Out’ chute. Athletes run time will begin when they depart the transition area at ‘Run Out’ and end when they cross the finish line.\n\nWater Temperature\, Swim Caps and Wetsuits\nThe top two questions we receive about our events is what is the water temperature and are wetsuits allowed. Since one answer usually answers the other the explanations for both are bundled together for you here. \nWater Temperature\nThe water temperature for each open water event is taken and posted on Twitter 24 hours before the posted packet pick-up time. This temperature reading is a preliminary reading. The official water temperature will be taken on race morning about 60-90 minutes prior to race start by the Race Director or the USAT official on site. \nSwim Caps \nAll triathlon and aquabike participants will be issued an official race swim cap that must be worn during the swim portion.  Swim caps are latex. If you have a latex allergy\, contact customerservice@hfpracing.com. We do have silicon caps available for individuals with latex allergies. \nWetsuits\nAs per USAT rules\, if the water temperature is 78 degrees Fahrenheit or below then wetsuits ARE allowed. At 78.1 to 83.9 degrees Fahrenheit participants may wear a wetsuit at their own discretion; however\, wearing a wetsuit in the temperature range will mean that the athletes are ineligible for awards and their results will be placed in the Wetsuit category section of the category results page. Your results will not be placed in the overall results as wearing a wetsuit is an unfair advantage.  At 84 degrees Fahrenheit and above wetsuits are NOT permitted at all – this is for your own safety.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Volunteer” tab_id=”1634618960443-69bf1ea8-56fa”][vc_column_text]We pride ourselves on the success of our events to which none of it could be possible without the support of our amazing volunteers. \nHow to Become a Volunteer\n\nIt is simple. Find out more information on our volunteer page.  If you have any further questions please send an email to customerservice@hfpracing.com and let us know you wish to support the event! \nVolunteer as a Group\nHFP Racing events are a great opportunity to get your community group\, run club\, tri-club\, ANY group involved and volunteer together. We have many areas of the race that are perfect for groups from 5-15 people to volunteer together. Send us email at customerservice@hfpracing.com and let us know!\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_tabs][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_section full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”nrmg-feature-row” css=”.vc_custom_1611513121932{margin-bottom: 40px !important;}”][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text el_class=”nrmg-feature-header”] \nCOURSE MAPS\n[/vc_column_text][vc_tta_tabs][vc_tta_section title=”Dirty Yeti Short” tab_id=”1504818975218-84e53f94-fee397f3-31e896f5-48235136-ecee0b42-ac00″][vc_custom_heading text=”SPRINT TRIATHLON & DUATHLON” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:left|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1514399399033{margin-top: 0px !important;}” el_class=”tab-header”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css_animation=”none” css=”.vc_custom_1758580340818{padding-right: 10px !important;padding-left: 10px !important;}”]The Dirty Yeti short distance triathlon features a 250 meter counter-clockwise rectangular swim\, while the duathletes are running an out & back 1 mile trail run\,  followed by a single loop 14 mile bike course through the rolling terrain of Salt Fork State Park and finishing with a 3.8 mile single track trail loop along side the Salt Fork Reservoir and forest of Salt Fork State Park. \nShort Distance – Interactive Swim Course – Click HERE \nShort Distance – Interactive Run Course – Click HERE \nShort Distance – Interactive Bike Course – Click HERE  \nClick an image to enlarge.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”7161\,7160\,7159″ img_size=”medium” css_animation=”flipInX” el_class=”centerThis”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Dirty Yeti Long” tab_id=”1504818976589-d6f6c2f3-724597f3-31e896f5-48235136-ecee0b42-ac00″][vc_custom_heading text=”OLYMPIC TRIATHLON & DUATHLON” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:left|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”tab-header”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1758580373110{padding-right: 10px !important;padding-left: 10px !important;}”]The Dirty Yeti long distance triathlon features a 500 meter counter-clockwise rectangular swim\, while the duathletes are running an out & back 1 mile trail run\,  followed by a 2-lap 28 mile bike course through the rolling terrain of Salt Fork State Park and finishing with a 2-lap 3.8 mile (7.6 miles) single track trail loop along side the Salt Fork Reservoir and forest of Salt Fork State Park. \nShort Distance – Interactive Swim Course – Click HERE \nShort Distance – Interactive Run Course – Click HERE \nShort Distance – Interactive Bike Course – Click HERE  \nClick an image to enlarge.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”7161\,7160\,7159″ img_size=”medium” css_animation=”flipInX” el_class=”centerThis”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_tabs][/vc_column][/vc_row][/vc_section][vc_section full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”nrmg-feature-row”][vc_row msp_template=”match-page-football-simple” css=”.vc_custom_1611427525831{margin-bottom: 40px !important;}” el_class=”venue-section”][vc_column][vc_column_text el_class=”nrmg-feature-header”] \nABOUT THE VENUE\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1713360015184{padding-right: 20px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;}” el_class=”centerThis”] \nSalt Fork State Park\n14755 Cadiz Road\, Lore City\, OH 43755 | Website \nLocated in eastern Ohio\, Salt Fork State Park encompasses a stunning landscape featuring forested hills\, open meadows\, and misty valleys decorated with winding streams. With thousands and thousands of acres of land and water\, the park has something for every outdoor enthusiast. Boaters will appreciate the park’s two marinas and eight launch ramps; hikers will be challenged by a trail system that offers a variety of lengths and levels of difficulty; history buffs can visit the historic Kennedy Stone House; and golfers will enjoy the top-rated 18-hole golf course. Overnight accommodations include a full-service resort lodge\, deluxe vacation cabins\, and a large campground. \nJoin us for an early Fall  weekend of October at the Dirty Yeti Gravel Race! 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URL:https://hfpracing.com/race/the-dirty-yeti-gravel-triathlon-duathlon-aquabike-3/
CATEGORIES:2026 Triathlons, Duathlons & Aquabike,Ohio Dirt & Gravel Series,Ohio Triathlon & Duathlon Series
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