Mattoon-Man

Location Change

As another reminder, we have had to change the location of the race. Previously, this race was held at Lytle Park in Mattoon. However, due to issues with their pump, they were not able to open this year. With that being said, we have moved to Lake Mattoon, which will be an open-water swim.
We have invited those who wish to transfer from the Tri to the Du to let us know, so please find us at the Registration table if that is you!

Distances

1. Triathlon
   1. Swim 400 yard
   2. Bike 12 Miles
   3. Run 5k 
2. Duathlon
   1. Run 1 Mile
   2. Bike 12 Miles
   3. Run 5k

Schedule

• 5:45 AM
  • Packet pickup and transition
• 6:50 AM
  • National Anthem
• 6:55 AM 
  • Transition Closes. All athletes must be out of the transition.
• 7:00 AM
  • Swim one wave start
  • The Duathlon starts with a swim wave

Timing Notes

• We will be using disposable timing chips for this race, so we will NOT be collecting them at the end of the race.
• These chips are great, but they cannot be reapplied. Once you get it stuck, it cannot re-stick, so please be mindful when placing it.
• Keep your chip for the entire race; if you lose it, your time will not be recorded.

Packet Pickup

Packet Pickup will only be offered as early as 5:45 am the morning of. We will NOT be offering a packet pick-up before this.

Location

We will be located at Lake Mattoon. You can navigate to 3576 975 N, Neoga, IL 62447, or you can click on the link below to navigate to the race site.
Lake Mattoon 

Parking

Parking will be at the East Gate. Go past the transition area, head east, and turn left at the second gate. Parking will be in the open field, in front of the North Pavillion.

Safety Notes

• Bike Helmet required
• No iPods, MP3 Players, or music of any kind for Safety
• Wetsuits are optional for this race. However, please be aware that we highly discourage wetsuits due to the temperature. Overheating while on the water could be very dangerous, and we want to avoid that at all costs.

Switching Events

If you would like to switch from triathlon to duathlon, please do so at packet pickup.

Results

Results will be posted to RunSignup and our website. You can find the results at https://bit.ly/2024_Mattoon_Man.

Awards

Awards will be made to the following:

1. Triathlon
   1. 1 Top Male, 1 Top Female
   2. The top 3 in each age group, Male and female are separate.
      • 19 & U
      • 20-24
      • 25-29
      • 30-34
      • 35-39
      • 40-44
      • 45-49
      • 50-54
      • 55-59
      • 60-64
      • 65-70
      • 70+
2. Duathlon
   1. 1 Top Male, 1 Top Female

Looking forward to next year!

• Next year’s race will be the same weekend, the second weekend of July. Next year, plan for July 12!
• The races will be USAT-sanctioned
• We will add an International Distance, as well!
  • Half mile swim
  • Bike 20mi
  • Run 5mi