Silicon Valley Kids Triathlon

What to Expect on Race Day

* Reading and following these instructions will help ensure that race day will be safe and enjoyable for kids and adults alike.

* Download the Athlete Guide for more details (located here)

* Please be sure to review our RACE RULES before the day of the race.

When to arrive:

Venue Layout

Packet Pickup will be visible as you enter the race area from Lot B. Transition In and Out is where the PINK arrows are. Pool entrance - take the path to the right of the porta potties where the PINK area is - there will also be signs

Medical

The Medical Tent is staffed by Licensed EMTs. It is located in front of the Parking Structure facing the Pool building. There will also be multiple EMTs on bikes patrolling the Bike course.

If an athlete is not feeling well on race morning, we strongly advise that they not start the event.

If the athlete starts to feel unwell at any point during race day, we urge them to seek help from one of the volunteers rather than continue.

Packet Pickup

Refer to the Check-in page for information on how to check in

Set up Transition

Every athlete has a spot in the Transition Area (organized by age-group) where their bike, helmet, shoes/socks, shirt, shorts, towel, and other essentials are located. This area is set up BEFORE the race starts. 

For more information, check out "What is the Transition Area"

Finish Line

At the finish line, a professional photographer will take a picture of the athlete. A web version of this photo can be downloaded for free.

Volunteers will remove the athlete’s timing chip and collect the lap counters. The athlete will also receive a medal and a bottle of water and exit into the Athlete Food and Expo area.

There is a rule that only the athlete may pass through the finish arch. However, for the Non-competitive event, if the athlete wants their parent to finish with them, we will allow it.

Timing

At the finish line, a professional photographer will take a picture of the athlete. A web version of this photo can be downloaded for free.

 

Volunteers will remove the athlete’s timing chip and collect the lap counters. The athlete will also receive a medal and a bottle of water and exit into the Athlete Food and Expo area.

 

There is a rule that only the athlete may pass through the finish arch. However, for the Non-Competitive event, if the athlete wants their parent to finish with them, we allow it.

 

Live results are available; Corrections to timing can be submitted on-site The url for results will be available at the event

Athlete Food & Expo

The Expo is partially covered and partially out in the open so wear sunscreen and hydrate appropriately. Sunscreen and hand sanitizer are available in the Expo area. 

FOOD

We will have food products at the finish line area that contain nut products. If your child has any food allergies, please monitor what they eat.

We are sorry but food is for athletes only. There will be water available so everyone stays hydrated. 

EXPO

The Expo will have

• Inspiration Station with
  • Crafts
  • Activity Book, Coloring pages and Paper for Signs
  • Face painting
• Games
• Photo Booth
• Face Paiting
• Vendor tents with games and giveaways

The Expo is for everyone to enjoy during any downtime you may experience and after your racer(s) are done.

AWARDS 

Awards are for athletes racing in Competitive events 

• For the Super-Sprint, awards are given for the TOP 3 boys and girls in each age group.
• For the Kids Triathlon, awards are handed out to the TOP 5 boys and girls in EVERY AGE!!
• For the Kids Duathlon, awards are handed out to the TOP 3 boys and girls in each age group. 

The schedule lists the tentative times for awards but PLEASE listen for announcements in case we have to adjust the award start time for your age group.

If you must leave before the award ceremony, it is possible to pick up the athlete’s award before you go.

Leaving - Packing Up

Parents have to have a wristband to access the transition area to pack up. No wristband, no access.

Adults/Athletes will not be allowed to remove a bike from the Transition Area without showing the volunteers that the race number on the bike matches the race number on the athlete or bib. This is to prevent inadvertent removal of the wrong bike.

When in the Transition Area watch out for those who may still be racing. 

Please be considerate of the racers.