Hudson Valley Triathlon Club Summer Tri Series #4

Hudson Valley Triathlon Club (HVTC) Summer Tri Series

400m swim, 12 mile bike and 2 mile run.  USAT sanctioned

ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED.  THERE WILL BE RACE DAY REGISTRATION AVAILABLE ON SITE.  $100 CASH ONLY.  USAT MEMBERSHIP (MUST SHOW CURRENT INFO AT CHECK-IN) OR PURCHASE ONE DAY COVERAGE, $15 ADULTS, $10 17- UNDER.  CASH ONLY

Welcome to the 20th year of the Hudson Valley Triathlon Club and it’s Summer Tri Series.  Join us for this Sprint Triathlon we think you will find challenging and a whole lot of fun!  Great for individuals and relay teams of all levels.  Held in the gorgeous setting of the Kenneth L. Wilson State Park near Woodstock, NY.  Two hours north of NYC and one hour south of Albany.

Known for many years as the "Unofficial World Championships" ~ we've got some fast, kick-ass triathletes that race with us; three have been with us for the entire twenty years! So, both seasoned triathletes and true beginners into the sport will find that this race is for them.  

Paratriathletes are welcomed!   AquaBike option offered to individuals only, not relay teams.

Race just one of this four-race series or all four.  Points are earned at every race and the Champion down to place #5, male/female, are honored at the end of the season.  

SWIM COURSE: 

A quick 400m triangular course swim in the mountain stream filled lake. On shore start. Wet suit legal. Certified lifeguard kayak support.

BIKE COURSE: 

It’s hilly, really fun and a great challenge for every level rider.  

The twelve mile course is all right hand turns. 

SAG vehicle on course.  Course is NOT closed to traffic.

RUN COURSE: 

The bumpy two mile run is held entirely within the State Park. 

Stocked aid station in transition and at the turn-around point with Hammer Nutrition products and water.

The race can be entered as a relay team of 2 or 3 members; each completing 1-2 of the event legs.

PARKING:

If you are not a New York State Empire Pass holder, there is a $7 fee to enter the park payable by cash at the front gate.  Parking is abundant and within the race site.

PLEASE DO NOT BRING YOUR DOG TO THE RACE.  THE PARK DOES NOT ALLOW DOGS IN THE DAY USE AREA WHICH IS WHERE THE RACE TAKES PLACE. YOU WILL BE TURNED AWAY AT THE GATE.  NO REFUND GIVEN.

REGISTRATION:

All four races of the series: $300.  $350 one month out.  $375 race day.

Individual races: $80. $90 one month out. $100 race day - CASH ONLY  

Relay Teams: $120.  $130 one month out.  $140 race day - CASH ONLY

This is a USAT sanctioned event and all participants must be a current member or purchase one-day event coverage at registration.  $15 for adults, $10 for 17-Under.   

Race day registration will be cash or check only (no cell service within the park)

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

Wednesday - 2022:  June 15, July 13, August 17 & September 14

               - 3:00pm - 5:30pm -  Check-in & transition open

               - 5:30pm -  Pre-race meeting mandatory at the water front 

               - 5:45pm -  Race start    

DIVISIONS & AWARDS:

Triathlon - Top 3 Overall Male and Female; M/F 5 year age groups 19&U - 80+
Paratriathletes - Top 3 Overall Male and Female
AquaBike - Top 3 Overall Male and Female
Relay Teams - Top 3 Overall

Individualized certificates will be emailed to each winner in each category above.

POST RACE:

Race T-shirts and Finisher Medal

Beer Zone supplied by Southern Tier Brewing Company (must be 21 years of age)

Picnic provided by Wilson Endurance Sports.  All meats, condiments, paper products and beverages are supplied.  Bring your own dish to add to the pot luck dinner that is as much a part of HVTC as the race itself.  All spectators are encouraged and welcome to join in. 

RULES:

This is a USAT sanctioned event.  All USAT rules and regulations apply.  Wilson Endurance Sports rules will be included within the Athlete Guide. 

Race is held Rain or Shine.  

Only registered participants allowed on the course.  No dogs!

There is NO refund for this event. However, with ADVANCE notice, you may defer to another Wilson Endurance Sports event or next years race. You must speak with Tonia Wilson directly via email at tonia@coachmarkwilson.com or 716-353-1288.

Any questions on the course or race please contact Race Director, Mark H. Wilson, via email CoachMarkWilson@gmail.com or 914-466-9214.  For registration questions please contact Tonia at tonia@coachmarkwilson.com or 716-353-1288.

Wilson Endurance Sports strives to bring you a fun, challenging event in beautiful settings all around New York State and one in Connecticut.  We host a full calendar that can be viewed on the Races & Events page of our website at www.CoachMarkWilson.com   Grass-roots, Athlete centered racing is what we are all about.

Volunteers are always needed and appreciated!

A big Thank You to our event sponsors: Hammer Nutrition, Southern Tier Brewing Company, ROKA, SBR Sports, INC., & Paul Sutton Photography

Hudson Valley Triathlon Club race routes:
Bike: https://www.strava.com/routes/305020
Run: https://www.strava.com/routes/12361773

IMPORTANT: Do NOT use the address for Kenneth L. Wilson State Park in a GPS, it takes you to the wrong location; instead, please follow these directions.  Also note that there is very limited cell service in this area.  

From Thruway Exit 19 at Kingston - take first right turn off traffic circle to Route 28, proceed approximately 21 miles west on Rte. 28 to Mt. Tremper, turn right on to Rte. 212, 1/2 mile to 4-way intersection. Turn right again on Wittenberg Road (County Rte. 40). The campsite is approximately 4 miles on the right side.

Alternate Route: Route 28, west turn right at Rte. 375, to Rte. 212, turn left off Rte. 212 at Bear's Cafe on to Rte. 45, turn right onto County Rte. 40. Campground is on the left side of road.