1.  I have never done a triathlon before.  Am I crazy?

A. NO.  We have many first-timers at this race.  However, please understand that these courses are challenging and we ask that you are trained properly for the distances. 

 

2.  Is it ok if we bring our dog?

***Dogs are prohibited from being brought to the race.  The park does not allow dogs in the park area and all activities take place in this area.   If you, or any family member, or your spectators, bring a dog to the race, we will disqualify the athlete.  NO refunds.

        A. A race is not a place for the family pet.  This is for the safety of our participants, their families, and your dog as well.   If you have never been chased, wildly barked at, or bitten by a dog while cycling or running then consider yourself one of the lucky ones.  Dogs and bikes and runners do not mix and to eliminate any fear,  or the possibility of accidents, we insist that dogs not be brought to the race site.  Your dog may be very well-behaved, but this is not the place for them.  Thank you for your understanding and for enforcing this with your family and friends.

 

3.  If I experience issues in the swim, can I continue my race?

A.  Yes.  You are permitted to hold on to a kayak or boat until you recover, you can flip over on your back and rest, and you can wear a personal swim buoy if desired.  The kayak CANNOT move you forward, you must complete the swim on your own.  You are welcome to continue with your race as scheduled.  

 

4.  Will there be a place I can change clothes between the swim and the bike?

 A. Yes.  There will be two changing tents (Male & Female with side walls inside transition)

 

5.  Is it ok if I walk my bike up some of those hills?

A.  Yes. 

 

6.  What if I am a really slow cyclist and those hills slow me down?  Will you pull me out of the race?

 A. NO. No cut-off times.  Period.

 

7.   Can my friend run alongside me to pace my run and keep me company?

A.  NO.  No-one other than registered athletes on the course.

 

8.  Will you have aid stations on the run course?

A.  Yes.  One at each mile.   They will be stocked with water, Hammer Nutrition Gels,  and Heed. 

 

9.  I may need to walk some of that run course.  Will the aid stations and finish line still be up?

 A.  Yes.  NO cut-off time.  Period.