Tampa Bay BABES Triathlon | June 22, 2025

Award Categories:

• Top 3 Overall 
• Top 3 Relay Teams
• Top 3 Athena (165+)
• Top 3 PC
• Top 3 Rookie (first-time triathletes)
• Age Groups (Top 3): 12-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+

If you are interested in the ELITE wave of our competition, please contact us at susand2u@gmail.com.  You must provide a finish time and proof of those results within the last year or your pro card information.

Packet Pick Up
Packet pick up is an opportunity to get your athlete packet which contains items you will need for race day (i.e. race belt for bib, bike numbers, temporary tattoo numbers, swim cap, timing chip, race info, etc.). 

We will hold an early packet pick up. We strongly encourage you to come to packet pick up on Saturday. You will be able to ask questions of the race director and pick up some last minute items, if needed.

Saturday, June 21 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location TBA

Race Day Timeline
Race day begins well before the gun goes off! You will need to arrive early to set up your transition and prepare. 
5:45 am  Transition area opens + Race day packet pick up (please come Saturday to avoid lines)
6:45 am  Transition area closes
7:05 am Anthem and pre-race announcements
7:15 am  Race start
8:30 am Post-race celebration begins
10:00 am  (tentative) Awards 

Race Day Parking
Parking will be in the lot at North Beach and near to transition.

Where can I rent a road bike?
Several local bike shops do rent road bikes. Call early as all of them have a limited number available.

• BikeSport in Oldsmar (bike support partner for the BABES Tri) - contact Katie at (727) 460-7926
• PlayTri St. Pete - contact the shop at (727) 383-0551
• PlayTri Sarasota - contact the shop at (941) 730-5565
• ABC Bicycles in St. Petersburg - reserve online at http://www.abcbicycles.com/rentals
• Kafe Racer in Dunedin - reserve online at https://kaferacer.com/pages/rental 

Is there race day registration? 
No, You can only register through Saturday, June 21, 2025.

What does the course look like?
The course is an open water swim in the Gulf of Mexico and a flat, closed bike course, and a flat, closed run course. Please check out the course maps on the race homepage.

Is the swim wetsuit legal? 
We do NOT anticipate the swim to be wetsuit legal. Per USA Triathlon guidelines, the swim is only wetsuit legal if the water temperature is below 78F.

What is the format of the swim start? 
The swim start will be a time trial format with a couple swimmers going every few seconds. The line is self-seeded - faster swimmers should line up towards the front, swimmers that anticipate being back of the pack for the swim should line up towards the back. If you would like to take your time to calmly ease into the water, we also recommend seeding yourself towards the back so there are not so many athletes behind you and you can avoid feeling rushed.

How does a relay work? 
You can have 2 or 3 people on a relay. You will divide the swim, bike, and run among your team. With a 2-person relay, one person will do two legs. With a 3-person relay, each person will do one of the legs.   

Once the first athlete finishes the swim, they will meet their cyclist in the transition area at their rack. The cyclist will take the timing chip off the swimmer’s ankle, put it on their own, and then set off on the bike. The cyclist will then meet the runner back in transition at the same spot. The runner will grab the timing chip off the cyclist’s ankle, put it on their own, and set off on the run. 

The team's overall time is the combined total of all the segments, including transitions. The entire team is welcome to cross the finish line with their runner. All members of the relay will receive a finisher’s medal and a race shirt.

What type of support is available on the race course?
There will be an aid station on the run course offering water. We recommend carrying hydration and fuel on the bike segment (no aid station on the bike).

Can I wear headphones?
NO. This is a USA Triathlon Sanctioned event. Headphones, headsets, walkmans, airpods, iPods, mp3 players, or personal audio devices - including bone conduction varieties - cannot be used at any time during the race. 

Learn more about USA Triathlon's Most Common Rule Violations here.

Can I use a mountain bike or an e-bike?
Any bike other than an e-bike that in safe working condition that has brakes and bar end plugs is permitted. If you are unsure about your bicycle, we recommend taking it to your local bike shop (BikeSport is our bike support partner for this event) to get it checked out. Fixed gear bicycles and any bike that is motorized or pedal-assisted are NOT permitted per USAT regulations.

I am new to multisport events, where do I start?
We suggest connecting with Team BABE Athletics, Tampa Bay’s women’s tri club. You can find them on Facebook or on the Team BABE website.

Are helmets required?
YES! You must wear a helmet anytime you are touching your bicycle. So, put it on and buckle it before unracking your bicycle. Once you have finished your ride, re-rack and then you may take your helmet off. This is a USA Triathlon regulation and can result in disqualification if not abided by.

How does the transition area work?
We love the Global Triathlon Network (GTN) channel on YouTube for high quality resources. You can check out their tutorial on transitions here.

I am/was unable to attend the event. Can my items be mailed to me?
No. Unfortunately, we cannot mail race items post event. Thank you for understanding.

How can I edit my registration?
To edit your registration, begin by logging into your RunSignUp account, and go to your “Profile” page. On the “Profile” page, see Races under Upcoming Events. This shows a list of all Race(s) that are coming up. You are able to manage the registration for the Race by clicking "Manage Registration". Please see the left side menu, this page allows you to view your registration information as well as perform the following: update question responses, resend confirmation email, sign waiver, etc. For more help, email coral@teambabeathletics.com

I can no longer compete, can I get a refund?
Due to the fact that there are many services and supplies which we have to order/pay for ahead of time, there are NO REFUNDS of entry fees or service fees, no exceptions. However, you may DEFER your entry by April 30, 2025 and receive a deferral code worth 75% of your entry fee for use towards the 2026 Tampa Bay BABES Triathlon by emailing coral@teambabeathletics.com.

The deferral code will be emailed to you when 2026 registration opens, and it expires by the 2026 event.

You can also TRANSFER your entry to someone else by May 31, 2025 via RunSignup. Please note there is a $15 transfer fee.

What is the race deferral option for pregnancy?
Athletes who are growing their family (including fostering and adoption) may defer for up to two years from the race for a nominal processing fee. Please email coral@teamambathletics.com for assistance.

I can’t race this year but I want to be involved, how can I help?
Volunteer! Help support our amazing athletes by signing up for a volunteer slot. You can explore volunteer opportunities here. Thank you so much!