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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_1731794272313{margin-top: 2em !important;}”] \n2025 State of Ohio Multisport Series –\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_1731794290346{margin-bottom: 30px !important;}” el_class=”race-header”] \nPORTAGE LAKES STATE PARK\nSeptember 7\, 2025\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 rolling on mostly flat roads surrounding the park. 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. \n“Skip the Tee\, Plant a Tree” Program \nWe can live without a t-shirt\, but we can’t live without trees. This year\, when you register for our multisport races and certain trail runs at Ohio State Parks\, you will have the option to select “Tree” over a “T-shirt size.” \nWhen you select “Tree\,” instead of a t-shirt\, we will donate the cost of your t-shirt to the Ohio State Park Foundation. \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%3D3600|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%2Fwww.signupgenius.com%2Fgo%2F10C0F45AFA728ABFDC16-55122132-2025|title:Register%20to%20Volunteers%20Portage%20Lakes|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Register For Multiple Race Combo (Deer Creek\, Great Buckeye\, Portage Lakes\, OH Fall Challenge)” style=”custom” custom_background=”#da0d2d” custom_text=”#ffffff” shape=”round” css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Ftriregistration.com%2Freg2%2FRace.php%3Feventid%3D3608″][/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_1731794326333{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 Mini\, Sprint & Olympic triathlons and duathlons races will receive a commemorative award.\nTop 3 Male and Female OVERALL Finishers in the Collegiate (Mini\, Sprint & Olympic) will receive a commemorative award (See Note 1).\nTop 3 Male and Female OVERALL Finishers in the High School Division – Triathlon & Duathlon (Mini & Sprint) will receive a commemorative award (See Note 1).\nTOP OVERALL Division FINISHER (1st Place) in each AGE GROUP\, 1st RESPONDER\, CLYDESDALE\, ATHENA  & PARATRIATHLON** Categories/Divisions – Male & Female in the 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\, High School\, and First Responders divisions and not in the “standard” age group categories for each distance. If register in the Mini\, Sprint & Olympic standard age group categories you will not be scored in the Collegiate\, High School  and First Responders Divisions[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1691021049812{padding-top: 1em !important;padding-right: 2em !important;padding-left: 2em !important;}”] \nRace Distances\nSunday Distances \n\nMini Triathlon: 250y Swim – 7 mi Bike – 2mi Run\nMini 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! \nSave time and money by registering for the entire Series![/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Register For Multiple Race Combo (Deer Creek\, Great Buckeye\, Portage Lakes\, OH Fall Challenge)” style=”custom” custom_background=”#da0d2d” custom_text=”#ffffff” shape=”round” align=”center” css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Ftriregistration.com%2Freg2%2FRace.php%3Feventid%3D3608|target:_blank”][/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_1703065408999{margin-bottom: 2em !important;}” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Ftriregistration.com%2Freg2%2FRace.php%3Feventid%3D3568|title:Register%20-%20Portage%20Lakes%20Triathlon%20%26%20Duathlon|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704903838662{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. Use code “FAMILY2024” when you check out your 13-18 year old.  You must register your youth in the High School Division. There is no retroactive application of discount. \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”]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	7:35 am Duathlon (Super Sprint (Mini)\, Sprint\, Olympic)\n\n\n	7:55 am Sprint Triathlon\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	7:35am – All Duathletes (Mini\, Sprint and Olympic)\n\n\n	7:55am – Sprint Triathlon Waves\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] \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). \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=”Partners” tab_id=”1634618928736-42a50f26-6c28″][vc_column_text] \n\n\n			\n					\n						\n						Race Ready Endurance Sports provides onsite race day bicycle repair.\n					\n			\n\n[/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_section title=”Swag” tab_id=”1634618962145-d1a24c0a-dcd6″][vc_column_text]The State of Ohio Multisport Series races has an option for you to ‘Skip the Tee\, Plant a Tree’ during the registration process. \nWhen you are prompted to select a shirt size\, you have the option to select ‘Donate T\, Plant a Tree.’ The cost of the t-shirt will be donated to the Ohio State Parks Foundation. \nWhy is this effort important to you as an athlete and us as an event organizer? \nHFP Racing & Greenswell Events utilize many of the Ohio State Parks throughout the year to put on events. Supporting our parks in this effort this not only a way for all of us to see the short-term progress but also for everyone to enjoy the parks in the years to come. \nTo read more about this initiative\, check out the Earth Day blog post. \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” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:left|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1514399419999{margin-top: 0px !important;}” el_class=”tab-header”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1712695419745{padding-right: 10px !important;padding-left: 10px !important;}”]The 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. \nMini Distance – Interactive Bike Course – Click HERE \nMini 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” 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_1712695643654{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 gently rolling 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” 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_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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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_1731796500785{margin-top: 2em !important;}”] \n2025 State of Ohio Multisport Series –\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_1731796291108{margin-bottom: 30px !important;}” el_class=”race-header”] \nOHIO FALL CHALLENGE\nSeptember 21\, 2025\n– The final race in the 2025 Ohio Multisport Series\, 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. This race sells-out each year so register early to reserve your spot on the Start line! \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. \n“Skip the Tee\, Plant a Tree” Program \nWe can live without a t-shirt\, but we can’t live without trees. This year\, when you register for our multisport races and certain trail runs at Ohio State Parks\, you will have the option to select “Tree” over a “T-shirt size.” \nWhen you select “Tree\,” instead of a t-shirt\, we will donate the cost of your t-shirt to the Ohio State Park Foundation. \n \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%3D3601|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%2Fwww.signupgenius.com%2Fgo%2F10C0F45AFA728ABFDC16-55122438-2025|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_1706656859010{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 Mini\, Sprint & Olympic triathlons and duathlons races will receive a commemorative award.\nTop 3 Male and Female OVERALL Finishers in the Collegiate (Mini\, Sprint & Olympic) will receive a commemorative award (See Note 1).\nTop 3 Male and Female OVERALL Finishers in the High School Division – Triathlon & Duathlon (Mini & Sprint) will receive a commemorative award (See Note 1).\nTOP OVERALL Division FINISHER (1st Place) in each AGE GROUP\, 1st RESPONDER\, CLYDESDALE\, ATHENA  & PARATRIATHLON** Categories/Divisions – Male & Female in the 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\,\nThere are no awards for the Elite/Open divisions\, outside of finishing in Top 3 Male & Female Overall Race Distance Finishers.\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\, High School\, and First Responders divisions and not in the “standard” age group categories for each distance. If register in the Mini\, Sprint & Olympic standard age group categories you will not be scored in the Collegiate\, High School  and First Responders Divisions[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1726089469539{padding-top: 1em !important;padding-right: 2em !important;padding-left: 2em !important;}”] \nRace Distances\n\nMini Triathlon: 250y Swim – 7 mi Bike – 2mi Run\nMini 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_1703065347088{margin-bottom: 2em !important;}” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Ftriregistration.com%2Freg2%2FRace.php%3Feventid%3D3562|title:Register%20-%20Ohio%20Fall%20Challenge|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704903788347{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  \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. Use code “FAMILY2024” when you check out your 13-18 year-old.  You must register your youth in the High School Division. There is no retroactive application of discount. \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	Saturday\, September 19\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	Saturday\, September 19\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=”Partners” tab_id=”1634618928736-42a50f26-6c28″][vc_column_text] \n\n\n			\n					\n						\n						Race Ready Endurance Sports provides onsite race day bicycle repair.\n					\n			\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \n\n[/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_section title=”Swag” tab_id=”1634618962145-d1a24c0a-dcd6″][vc_column_text]The State of Ohio Multisport Series races has an option for you to ‘Skip the Tee\, Plant a Tree’ during the registration process. \nWhen you are prompted to select a shirt size\, you have the option to select ‘Donate T\, Plant a Tree.’ The cost of the t-shirt will be donated to the Ohio State Parks Foundation. \nWhy is this effort important to you as an athlete and us as an event organizer? \nHFP Racing & Greenswell Events utilize many of the Ohio State Parks throughout the year to put on events. Supporting our parks in this effort this not only a way for all of us to see the short-term progress but also for everyone to enjoy the parks in the years to come. \nTo read more about this initiative\, check out the Earth Day blog post.[/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” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:left|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1514399419999{margin-top: 0px !important;}” el_class=”tab-header”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1712687015445{padding-right: 10px !important;padding-left: 10px !important;}”]The 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. \nMini Distance – Interactive Run Course – Click HERE \nMini 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” 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_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” 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_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! 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URL:https://hfpracing.com/race/the-ohio-fall-challenge-at-deer-creek-state-park/
CATEGORIES:2025 Triathlons & Duathlons,Ohio Triathlon & Duathlon Series
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