Geneva Mixed Team Relay presented by Red Jacket Orchards

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Full 4-Person Team Registration & Price

6:00PM EDT

Open to ages 7 - 99.

Individual Registration to be paired with a Team

6:00PM EDT

Open to ages 7 - 99.

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Event Description

Short distance multi-sport racing is back on the Seneca Lake waterfront in Geneva, NY. A first in the Northeast, the Geneva Mixed Team Relay (MTR) triathlon. Introduced at the 2020 Tokyo Olympic games, the MTR format is ultra face-paced, spectator-friendly, and loads of fun for triathletes of every ability.

Mixed Team Relay Triathlon - Basic Info

Team Size: 4 evenly mixed-gender athletes (2 Male, 2 Female)
Distance: Swim 300m (330 yrds), Bike 3.0 mile (4.8km), Run 0.6 mile (1km)
Race Format: In this order (F-M-F-M), one athlete must complete the full triathlon before tagging the next teammate in the designated relay zone until all four have completed the race and the 4th person crosses the line.
Timing: Total team time is used to determine performance awards
Awards: Overall Top 3 Teams, Age Groups by 40 year total bands
Age Groups: Calculated by total age of the team (Age as of 12/31)
Important FYIs / Notes
- You may register as an individual to be paired with 3 others to form a 4-person mixed gender team. Pairing will be done at random.
- Course distances are subject to adjustments to meet environmental demands and weather conditions
- Due to the technical nature of the bike course and athlete safety, road bikes are preferred as aero positioning on the bike is highly discouraged

Click here for more details and rules for the Mixed Team Relay Triathlon

Also, below link takes you too Simon Say - our very own virtual helper.

https://runsignup.com/Race/MiniMussel/Page/ai-Chatbot

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Event Location

Geneva Waterfront
35 Lake Front Dr.
Geneva, NY 14456 US View Location on Map

Parking

100 E Castle St, Geneva

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Thank you

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Raised of $1,000

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FOA & Key Race rules information

TIME	EVENT	INFO
3:30pm - 5:00pm	Registration and check in	Check your bikes and shoes, get your chip and relax Walk the course
		There is no longer a kids race at 4pm (Cancelled as know one entereed) The children of atheletes who have entered the amily relay, will start at 6pm with all the others. (as there are only 23 poeple and they can chose to start at the front or back based on there swimming ability. ome of these kids are very fast)
5:45	Transition closes	Get all unwanted stuff out, tidy up. Its OK, you have everything, dont panic.
6:00pm - 8:00pm	Mixed Team Relay	(Ages 13 and up) A super-short triathlon relay race between teams consisting of 4 athletes (2 men, 2 women) Given the shorter distance and looped course, teammates, families, and spectators will be able to see athletes’ multiple times building an electrifying environment and an exciting sprint to the finish line.
8:00pm – 8:30pm	Awards Ceremony	A post-race gathering to celebrate the events of the day and award best performances from the day's events.

30 Second Penalties

Drafting

Leaving relay zone without tag

false start in swim

Bike dismount / mount

Helmet unstrapped

Blocking other riders

riding in transition

Mis-racking your bike

Messy transition (1’ past front wheel)

Disqualification.

Unsafe bike riding / passing on left

Littering

Abusive and aggressive behavior

Fowl language & modest tri attire

Course cutting

Repeated drafting

Intentional interference

Failure to follow volunteer or officials

100 E Castle St, Geneva, NY 14456

100 E Castle St - Google Maps

Please do not park at the Geneva Visitor center. (Drop your gear by all means.)

3:30pm on the day of the race.

100 yarsds to the east of the finger lakes visitor center. 35 Lake Front Dr, Geneva, NY 14456

Finger Lakes Welcome Center - Google Maps

When the Athlete 4 crosses the Finish Line.

- Overall 1^st 2^nd and 3^rd
- Family. ( with Children <18 years old)
- 1^st Age group (Excluded if already top 3) Classification is based on the sum of the ages of all four team members (as of December 31 of the competition year). The categories are:
  - 60–79
  - 80–119
  - 120–159
  - 160–199
  - 200–239
  - 240–279
  - 280–319
  - 320+
- Fun awards. (Stay tuned)

Yes Shirt.

If you win, there are some special prizes.

There are no finisher medals, this is an "in it to win it" race. This is a unique race unlike any other. Embrace the journey, not just the destination. Immerse yourself in the raw energy of the moment, feeling the pulse of competition and camaraderie. Enjoy the atmosphere, connect with your friends, and savor every step of the experience. Let go of expectations and simply be present – this race is about pushing your limits, celebrating your spirit, and creating memories that will last far beyond the finish line.

Some fun awards maybe available - i.e examples could be best cheerteam, best dressed, best names etc. :-)

The Mixed Team Relay is a fast, short-format triathlon where teams of four athletes (2 men + 2 women) each complete a minitriathlon before tagging the next teammate.

Each athlete completes:

Swim: 330 yrds (300m) (The water is only 3’ - 5' deep and so you can stand up)

Bike: 3.0 Miles (4.8 km) (2 loops)

Run: 0.6 miles (1 km) (1 and half)

Then tags the next athlete.

The run is an out and back along the north path and then a small half loop back into the relay zone or finish line)

What is the order?

Woman → Man → Woman → Man.

- The relay zone starts 15m before the finish line and you may tag at any point within this area.
- The incoming athlete must physically touch your team mate (tagging)
- Tag occurs in a designated relay zone. (Approx 15 meters long (49 feet)
- Next athlete cannot start the swim until tagged
- The athelete who has just finished, must cross the finish line for there splits. (So keep running after you tag your team mate)
- False Starts = Time Added (30 secs)
Do not swap chips.

Please refer to USAT rules for full explanation.

These are the most common and relevant”-

Course Cutting / Not Completing the Full Course
Dangerous or Unsportsmanlike Conduct
Unauthorized Outside Assistance
Riding Without a Properly Fastened Helmet
Illegal Equipment Violations
Repeated Drafting or Blocking Violations
Failure to Follow Official Instructions
Abusive Contact or Intentional Interference
Unauthorized Participation (Just tell us and we will swap you)

Wetsuit use will be determined in accordance with USAT rules based on water temperature and prevailing air conditions.

Yes, if you have 4 poeple

Yes, your team captain

Neatly and to the side of transition

We have rented the use of the Geneva Vistor Center for the evening, so approx 100 yrds.

There are no porta potties on the bike or run course.

No. USAT Rules apply.

2 hours total.

If you have a team of 4 (2 females and 2 males) then you enter under the team tab. ($200)

If you would like to race, but don’t have a full team then enter under the Individual button. ($50) and we will do our best to find you a team.

Well behaved and not in the way

Yes! The Mixed Team Relay debuted at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and Paris 2024 and is now a permanent Olympic event. The distances are slightly different but in the same format.

Yes

No, sorry. Its only 20 mins long.

However, there will be Apple Juice and beer afterwards

Please check the "Simon Say's frequently asked interative - link below" We have spent a lot of time building this up to help you quickly.

Geneva Mixed Team Relay presented by Red Jacket Orchards

Simon Woods	Course Director Secretary \| RATs Officer	(585) 233-4373	simon.woods@rochestertriathletes.com
Sue Starr	Volunteer Director Vice President \| RATs Officer	(585) 406-1835	suepperstarr18@rochestertriathletes.com
Michael Smith	Race Director President \| RATs Officer	(843) 330-9636	michael.smith@rochestertriathletes.com
Sarah Sheen	Finance Director Treasurer \| RATs Officer	(207) 346-0148	sarah.madden@rochestertriathletes.com
Matt Dailor	Vendor Director Director \| RATs Officer	(512) 585-9828	matt.dailor@rochestertriathletes.com

Geneva MTR is a family-friendly event. Please keep transition changes discreet and moderate — save the full-send behavior for the race course only.

Participants are expected to maintain appropriate conduct and respect for others throughout the event. The following guidelines ensure a comfortable and professional environment:

Public areas require modest behavior
Full nudity is strictly prohibited
Clothing changes must be done discreetly
There are no designated changing tents provided, plan accordingly.

Important: Inappropriate public behavior, including nudity or public urination, will result in immediate disqualification from the event. Participants must be considerate of fellow athletes, staff, spectators, and the surrounding community.

However as its a 15-20 min race per participant, I would work out a stratergy to reduce any wasted time and find something you can wear through out the event.

We kindly request that participants maintain appropriate attire throughout the event. While USAT guidelines may allow certain clothing options, we ask that you keep your racing kit zipped at least at the bottom and wear appropriate coverage to ensure community standards are respected. Complaints about attire could potentially impact future race permits and event sustainability.

We encourage all participants to race in the category and gender identity with which they identify, while also respecting the spirit of fair and competitive sport under current Triathlon guidelines.

This event is intended to celebrate teamwork, participation, community, and fun on the shores of Seneca Lake.

Our goal is simple:

Create an environment where people feel welcome,
Race hard,
Support teammates,
And have fun together

If any athlete or team has questions regarding team participation categories, we will work out an inclusive and reasonable solution.

As a first-of-its-kind grassroots event, we recognize that the sport and its language continue to evolve and we may not always have every answer. Traditional Olympic and USAT Mixed Team Relay formats are currently very rigid with the standard 2 women / 2 men structure, but part of what makes this event exciting is the opportunity to build something new, welcoming change together.

We may not yet have every perfect answer and would love people's thoughts on an Open relay:

Any combination of athletes may participate,
Including nonbinary athletes,
Those who prefer not to say,
And those with self-described gender identities.

We can act quickly and make this for 2026. (Call or text Simon - 585-233-4373)

We aim to provide an operationally and competitively inclusive solution.

Water temperature measurements

· Final decision one hour prior to the start of the race.

Wetsuits are prohibited 78.1 OF (25.6 OC)

Wetsuits are Mandatory 60.6 OF (15.9 OC) and below

We will take temperatures

· recommended at a depth of 24 inches,

· middle of the swim course and in two other areas

Please read and look at the course maps provided.

ou may walk the run course very easily and the bike course is the 1st Right into the park and right onto the lake sure path and back to transition.

We will have frame signs for the turns, but incase its windy, we will use temporary chalk on the courners.

We will try and co-ordinate he busy transition area with color tape or chalk

Blue Swim

Orange Bike

Green Run

course maps in race briefing as well as a transition area.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040F48A9AB2FA75-64548276-geneva

Also if you are racing, and would like to help, maybe you can share with a role with your team mate if you go 1st and then 3rd or 4th. Still get to cheer them on as they pass