Triathlon General FAQ
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Neoprene / buoyancy shorts fall under the same USA Triathlon policies as wetsuits. Wetsuits can be worn in water temperatures up to 78 degrees without penal...
Tue, 22 Aug, 2023 at 3:30 PM
Since it is a triathlon it is expected that every participant complete each portion of the event. If you skip the swim portion of the event you will be disq...
Mon, 13 Mar, 2023 at 1:01 PM
No. Tops are not required to be worn during the event.
Thu, 17 Aug, 2023 at 10:34 AM
Per the USA Triathlon Rules, the governing body for the sport in the United States, snorkels are prohibited from being used.
Mon, 8 Apr, 2024 at 12:30 PM
No. Per USAT regulations, all age group athletes must participate and compete in the age group division corresponding to the athlete’s age on December 31 of...
Mon, 13 Mar, 2023 at 1:05 PM
Under 50 degrees: Not suitable for open water swimming, even with a wetsuit 50 - 65 degrees: Suitable for an open water swim, but a wetsuit is highly a...
Tue, 18 May, 2021 at 11:14 AM
Yes, you can use any bike that does NOT have an electric motor. No recumbent bike please.
Thu, 24 Jun, 2021 at 10:23 AM
Any bike in good working condition. No recumbent bike please.
Thu, 24 Jun, 2021 at 10:24 AM
A helmet is required at all sanctioned triathlon events, including this one.
Thu, 24 Jun, 2021 at 10:27 AM
No. The event does not provide bikes or work with a vendor that does. You may reach out to a bike shop such as Mellow Johnny's (https://www.mellowjohnny...
Mon, 3 Apr, 2023 at 12:31 PM