The Tri Tech Olympic and Sprint Distance Triathlon and Duathlon is designed for the avid health and fitness enthusiast and is race #2 of the UltraFit MidEast Region MultiSport Series. Hosted by Alum Creek State Park, we think you will enjoy testing your skills and your "spirit" on Sunday, June 24th. This race includes a special collegiate division sponsored by the Ohio State Triathlon Club.

NEW: THE "SPRINT DISTANCE" HAS BEEN OFFICIALLY ADDED TO THIS YEARS RACE.

USA TRIATHLON SANCTIONED
We are pleased to announce that the Mideast Multi-Sport Series is sanctioned by USA Triathlon.  All rules and regulations set forth by the national office will be enforced on race day.  Entrants must show proof of membership at packet pick-up.  Membership is offered two (2) ways: 1. ) You may apply for an annual USAT membership ($30) prior to the race by calling USA Triathlon at (719) 597-9090 or by signing-up on-line at www.usatriathlon.org. *NOTE: Applying for an annual membership prior to the event takes 3-4 weeks for processing, so think ahead.  2.) You may apply for a one-day event permit for $12.00.  This fee will be added to your entry fee and forwarded to the national office.  *Note: Entries are nontransferable.

RACE DISTANCES
OLYMPIC TRIATHLON: ............Swim 1500 meters..... Bike 24.8 miles (Double loop course)).............Run 10K
OLYMPIC DUATHLON: .............Run 5K.......................... Bike 24.8 miles (Double loop course)..............Run 10K

SPRINT TRIATHLON:................ Swim 750 meters ..........Bike 12.4 miles (Single loop course)............Run 5K
SPRINT DUATHLON:................. Run 2 miles.....................Bike 12.4 miles (Single loop course)...........Run 5K

STARTING TIMES     
Sprint Duathlon: 7:00am .,,,,,,,,,,,single start

Sprint Triathlon: 706am.............swim heats to be determined

Olympic Duathlon: 7:15am..........single start

Olympic Triathlon:7:20am ..........swim heats to be determined

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ABOUT THE COURSE

SWIM :Triathletes will compete along the shore of Alum Creek State Park. Olympic Distance competitors will swim 1500 meters (map) and Sprint Distance competitors will swim 750 meters (map).

OLYMPIC DISTANCE DUATHLETES will begin the race with a 5K run (map) and SPRINT DISTANCE DUATHLETES will run 2 miles (map).

BIKE: The bike course consists of a 12.4 mile ride around Alum Creek. Olympic Distance competitors will race a DOUBLE loop and the Sprint Distance competitors will race a single loop. (map)

RUN: The run course includes a scenic view high atop Alm Creek State Park. Olympic Distance competitors run 10K (map) and Sprint Distance competitors run 5K (map).

NOTE: USA Triathlon rules will be strictly enforced to assure the safety and wellness.

RACE DIVISIONS

AGE GROUP: 16-17, 18-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+.......

NOTE - All age group athletes must participate and compete in the age group division corresponding to the athlete’s age on December 31 of the year for the event

RELAY (MEN/WOMEN/MIXED): Athletes will compete as a "team".

CRUISER/ATHENA: 190LBS/MEN 150LBS/WOMEN (honor system)

COLLEGIATE: This event features a special "collegiate division" for currently enrolled students of accredited universities and are current members of MECTC. Membership number is required!

AWARDS: AGE GROUP/CLYDESDALE/ATHENA: Top 3 per division.  Awards are based on pre-registration numbers on the Wednesday before the event and will be issued accoring to your age on RACE DAY.

CHIP TIMING: Electronic timing chips will be issued on race day for fast and accurate results.

NO TRANSFER POLICY IS STRICLY ENFORCED. If you can not make the race please notify the office for entry into next year's race.

RACE PACKETS: Your race packet will include a colorful technical shirt with the official race logo, energy product, swim cap, race number, bike frame number, finish line food and beverage. ALL TRIATHLON AND DUATHLON FINISHERS ARE AWARDED HANDSOME MEDALS WITH RIBBON.

PRE-REGISTRATION AND PACKET PICK-UP: Tri-Tech Multi-Sport (6155 Huntley Rd, Suite K) 614-846-1516). Beginning June 16th thru June 23rd. Hours: Monday through Friday 11-7pm Sat 11-6 Closed Sunday.  Walk in registration is available....cash or check only. Click here for directions.

RACE DAY REGISTRATION AND PACKET PICK-UP: Alum Creek State Park starting at 5:30am. Please arrive early for race day registration.

DIRECTIONS TO RACE SITE: NOTE-THE ACCESS ROAD FROM ROUTR 23 TO ALUM CREEK STATE PARK IS CLOSED. PLEASE USE THESE DIRECTIONS ON RACE DAY. From Columbus take I-71 north past the 270 outer belt (the next exit is Polaris). Take the Polaris exit and turn RIGHT. Go about 1/2 mile and turn left at Worthingtn Road. Take Worthington Road about 1 mile at turn left on Africa Road.Go a couple miles and turn left at the (Lewis Center and Walnut Road) intersection. Go about one mile on Lewis Center. Alum Creek State Park is located about two miles on the right side of the road.

SWIM LESSONS: Swim like a pro with individual swim lessons from English Channel swimmer Jeff Sheard. Call (614) 332-5205 or email jeff@ultrafit-usa.com.

ENTRY FEES:
USAT MEMBER (OLYMPIC DISTANCE)........$70-4/30...........$80-5/31...........$90-6/23.....$100 Race day          
NON-USAT MEMBER:......................................$82-4/30...........$92-5/31..........$102-6/23...$110 Race day

ALL OLYMPIC DISTANCE TEAM RELAYS..$110-4/30...........$120-/31.........$130-6/23...$140 Race day

COLLEGIATE (OLYMPIC DISTANCE)............$50 (must pre-register and be a current member of USAT and MECTC.

USAT MEMBER (SPRINT DISTANCE)...........$60-4/30...........$70-5/31..........$80-6/23.....$90 Race day          
NON-USAT MEMBER:........................................$72-4/30...........$82-5/31..........$92-6/23...$102 Race day

ALL SPRINT DISTANCE TEAM RELAYS........$90-4/30...........$100-/31.........$110-6/23...$140 Race day

RACE HOTLINE:
For any questions please contact us at (614) 332-5205.

STORM ALERTS AND BAD WEATHER CONDITIONS: The race start (7am) is based on safe weather conditions according to the National Weather Center in Wilmington, Ohio. Storms and/or lightening could delay or possibly cancel the event. Please try to monitor race day conditions and dress accordingly.