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course details

Registration Coming this Spring due to COVID-19

Course Details

Race Course Overview

The course encompasses the roads and trails in and around the State Park. The swim takes place in Caesar Creek Lake, an inland Lake, offering a calm swimming experience. Racers will swim out and back along the beachfront. The water is shallower near the shore and you can touch there, but on the backside of the course, you will not be able to touch bottom. Beginner triathletes will be able to touch bottom the entire swim course. The transition and finish line area will be in the grass at the Beachfront. The bike course goes out on local roads near the Lake, and has 375 feet of elevation gain. The course has a few rolling hills, but is mostly flat. The bike course roads are open to motorized traffic. The run is slightly uphill on the way out and slightly downhill on the way back, using a mix of gravel and paved paths. There is 82 feet of elevation gain. The course is very scenic and a great race for a personal best. 

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Course maps

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swim

300m: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/3739012807 

  • Beginners go down the beach 1 time on this course

750m Loop: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/3739008985 

  • Sprint athletes swim this course 1 time clockwise
  • Olympic athletes swim this course 2 times clockwise
  • 3k swimmers complete this course 4 times clockwise
  • ⅓ Iron athletes do the 500m ⅓ lap and then 2 laps on this course, going clockwise
  • 5k swimmers do the 500m ⅓ lap and then 6 laps on this course, going clockwise

500m ½ Lap: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/3739037311 

  • ⅓ Iron and 5k Swimmer complete this ½ lap first 1 time (clockwise) before they continue on the 750m loop for the rest of their swim laps

bike

8.5-Mile Loop - https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/3581755537 

  • Beginners ride counter clockwise to complete 1 loop for 8.5 total miles

12-Mile Loop - https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/3679147123 

  • Sprinters ride counter clockwise to complete 1 loop for 12 miles
  • Olympic racers ride counter clockwise to for 2 loops for 24 total miles
  • The ⅓ Iron race is 3 counter clockwise loops for 36 total miles

run

1.5ml Run - https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/3739032781 

  • Beginners complete this out and back once for 1.5 miles total of running

5k: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/3739021882 

  • Sprint racers complete this out and back 1 time for a 5k (3.1 miles)
  • Olympic racers complete this out and back 2 times for a total of 10k (6.2 miles)
  • ⅓ Iron athletes complete this out and back 3 times for 9.3 total miles

more detailed maps in the athlete guide

Download the athlete guide to get more details on the course maps.

transition area

transition area faq

 Please follow these guidelines in the transition area:

  1. The transition area is limited to only athletes.
  2. When you are not actively racing, warming up, or cooling down, you must wear a mask
  3. Please space out at least 6-10 feet whenever possible
  4. You will be asked to use the racks labelled for your specific race type and distance. Please only rack in those areas. 
  5. Racks will be labelled with neon tape to designate where you can rack your bike. Please only rack where there is neon tape. This allows for athletes to be spaced out in the transition area.


To learn more about how to transition with style and speed, please visit https://www.zoomracingusa.com/transition/ 


Here are more details on the Transition Area

  1. You must store all your gear in the transition area and enter the transition area between each leg of the race.
  2. The transition area will be split into zones and racers will rack their bikes in the designated zones. You can put your bike anywhere on the designated racks (on the spots marked with neon tape) and store your stuff below your bike.
  3. Open swimmers and aqua-runners will have a designated zone in the transition area to store their stuff.
  4. Transition entrance and exits will be marked with flags, signs, cones and fence. 
  5. Swim in & run in are on the same side of the transition area, closest to the water. You can walk or run to your rack to get your bike. Grab your bike, put on a helmet and head to bike out. If you are doing the Aquathlon, you can head out to the run segment of your race. 
  6. Bike in & Bike out: are on the opposite site of the transition area (from swim in and run in). Remember that you must wear a helmet when you are on your bike. Additionally you must put your helmet on before you leave the transition area (after you have exited the swim and picked up your bike in the transition area). You can walk or run your bike to the mount line, but may not ride your bike inside the transition area. Mount your bike after you cross the mount line and dismount your bike before you cross the dismount line. Again you walk or run your bike back to your rack after you have finished your transition leg. Aquabikers go straight to the finish line after you have completed your bike; you must cross the finish line. Everyone else, after your bike is complete, head to the run portion of your race. 
  7. Run out: is in the same place as run in and swim in. You may run or walk to run out and then complete the run segment of your race. Be sure to cross the finish line at the end of your race. 


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aid on course

self-service aid stations

self-service aid stations

self-service aid stations

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As recommended by USA Triathlon and the Local Health Board, all aid stations will be self-serve. Hydration and refueling products will be left on tables on course. Each product will be in a pre-packaged single serving container. 


Racers may also carry all of their own aid and hydration on course or leave their refueling products next to the course (socially distanced from others). If you place your own aid on course, please be sure your aid is clearly labeled, and that you do not interfere with other athletes on course as you place or access your aid. Races begin at 6:45am, so be sure your aid is in place before that time. If you place aid on the course, please space it out from the race course and other athletes, so there is at least 6-10 feet distance from the course and other athletes. 


Thank you for your understanding.


aid station locations

self-service aid stations

self-service aid stations

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Here are the aid station locations:


Swim Course: There will be a table in the water along the beach for our long distance swimmers to use as needed. The aid will be self-serve and include both hydration and fuel. You are also welcome to put your own aid on the table to access during the race. 


Bike Course: There will be a self-service aid station on the bike course near the turn around with bottled water. You will need to dismount your bike to access this aid. You are also welcome to put your own aid on the table to access during the race. 


Run Course: There are 3 aid stations on course that can be accessed multiple times throughout your run. Each will have water, sport drink and nutrition. The aid stations will be at:

  • Exit of transition area
  • 0.75-mile mark turn around
  • 1.55-mile mark turn around

medical support

self-service aid stations

medical support

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On race day our goal is to keep you safe so you can have a fun race. We have a trained team on site to help in the case of an emergency, including a medical director, medical staff, EMS, police, rangers, lifeguards and volunteers. Please look for them on course and at the finish line if you need help.


We will also partner with USA Triathlon, and follow all national, state and local regulations, including COVID-19 safety protocols and recommendations. 


Our goal is produce a well organized, fun, competitive and exciting race event that is safe for everyone. 

Race Course FAQ

Swim Course FAQ

Swim Course FAQ

Swim Course FAQ

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WETSUITS: If the water temperature is below 78 degrees we will be wetsuit legal. This means you can wear a wetsuit if you want, but you do not have to wear one.


SWIM CAPS: Please be sure you wear a swim cap for safety. We will give you a swim cap on race day.


COURSE: See the course maps. The courses will be marked with large buoys.


DISTANCES:

  • The 5000m Swim begins with a 500m ½ lap and then 6 laps on a 750m loop.
  • The 3000m Swim is 4 laps on a 750m loop.
  • The 2000m Swim begins with a 500m ½ lap and then 2 laps on a 750m loop.
  • The 1500m Swim is 2 laps on a 750m loop.
  • The 750m Swim is 1 lap on a 750m loop.
  • The 300m beginner swim is a point to point swim one way down the beach in shallow water.


EMERGENCIES: If you need to be rescued by a lifeguard throw your hands in the air (call out if you can). If you need a rescue you will not be allowed to continue the race, unless you are cleared by our medical staff. If you are allowed to continue, you will be DQed from the race results. Along the shore the water will be shallow enough that you can stop, stand, rest or walk. If you want to walk, the water must be above your belly button. Beginner swimmers will be able to touch the bottom for the whole course. On the 750m swim loop, you cannot touch bottom on the backside of the course. 


TO TRANSITION & OPEN SWIM FINISH: Once you have completed your swim, exit the water and run up the beach to the transition area or the finish line. Follow the cones, chalk and signs.


SWIM CUT OFF: Everyone must have completed the swim course by 10:00am. This should give everyone plenty of time to complete this segment of the race.

Bike COURSE FAQ

Swim Course FAQ

Swim Course FAQ

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WHAT BIKE TO USE: You can ride most any upright human powered bike in the race including but not limited to road bikes (10 speed), mountain bikes, & hybrid bikes.


HELMET: Remember that you must wear a helmet when you are on your bike. Additionally you must put your helmet on before you leave the transition area (after you have exited the swim and picked up your bike in the transition area).


DRAFTING IS NOT ALLOWED: Please refer to the USA Triathlon rules for more information.  


COURSE MARKINGS: The bike course is marked with signs and cones. There will be a sign at each turn, so if you do not see a sign, please proceed straight. All turns are marked with signs. We DO NOT make any marks on the roadway surface, so please ignore all paint on the road surface. These are from other races and may take you off course.


SAFETY: The roads are open to traffic, so please obey traffic laws unless law enforcement tells you otherwise. Law enforcement will be on all corners and in major intersections. You may have the right of way but cars may not know this, so be alert. Please stay within your lane when turning; avoid oncoming traffic when turning. Please ride on the RIGHT side of your lane as close to the WHITE line as possible unless you are passing or it is unsafe. DO NOT pass cars unless you are instructed to do so. You would not want them to turn into you. Should you have an emergency, alert another rider so they can get help. Be sure you obey the traffic laws unless an officer is present and allows you to proceed & has stopped all the cars. Please put safety first, and have a great race!


COURSE MAPS: Please review the course maps before the race. It is your duty to know the course. Each race venue will have its own unique bike course. 

  • Beginners ride the beginner course counter clockwise to complete 1 loop for 8.5 total miles
  • Sprinters ride counter clockwise to complete 1 loop for 12 total miles 
  • Olympic racers ride counter clockwise for 2 loops for 24 total miles
  • The ⅓ Iron race is 3 counter clockwise loops for 36 total miles

When athletes are done they head to the transition area to finish or transition to the next segment.


BIKE CUT OFF: Everyone must have completed the bike course by 11:00am. This should give everyone plenty of time to complete this segment of the 

Run COURSE FAQ

Swim Course FAQ

Run COURSE FAQ

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COURSE MAPS: Please review the course maps before the race. It is your duty to know the course. The run course is marked with signs, cones and chalk. If you do not see a sign, cone or chalk/spray arrow keep going straight. There will also be volunteers on course as well. Each race venue will have its own unique run course, so please review the course maps. All runs will be out and back.


There will be one common 5k, out and back, course used by all athletes. Athletes will run 1.55-miles out and 1.55 miles back on course. If you are running 1.5 miles you will turn around at the .75-mile mark.

  • If you are running 3.1-miles you will complete 1 lap of the course.
  • If you are running 6.2-miles you will complete 2 laps of the course.
  • If you are running 9.3-miles you will complete 3 laps of the course.

FINISH LINE: All athletes will have a common finish line where you walk, jog or run through the common finish line. Open Water Swimmers need to run up the beach and through the finish line. Aquabikers need to rack their bikes and then walk, jog or run through the finish line. Everyone else will finish their run race segment and run through the finish line arch. 

Finish, Post Race & Results

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Finish Line

All athletes will have a common finish line where you walk, jog or run through the common finish line. Open Water Swimmers need to run up the beach and through the finish line. Aquabikers need to rack their bikes and then walk, jog or run through the finish line. Everyone else will finish their run race segment and run through the finish line arch.

post Race

While we cannot party after the race, we can give you all the tools to celebrate with family or friends at home. After the race we will give you a goodie bag with a to-go meal. So take that, and all your swag (finisher medal is in the packet at the beginning of the race) and go home to show off your accomplishment. For the safety of all athletes, please adhere to the following: 

  • There will not be a post-race party. Instead we are giving athletes their post race meal to go when they finish the race. You can pick up your post-race meal goodie bag after you cross the finish line. 
  • There is to be no spitting, or projections of any bodily fluid before, during or after race. We will have portable restrooms at packet pickup and on course for you to use. 
  • All participants must avoid any physical contact with other participants, which includes high fives, fist bumps, or close contact before, during or after the event. 
  • Before and during the race, participants must abide by the six-foot social distancing requirement when lining up or passing other participants. Additionally on course, please try to give other races plenty of space and whenever possible keep 6-10 feet of distance between you and any other racers. 
  • Spectators are not permitted on the course, at start line, or finish line. 
  • Participants are encouraged to gather their belongings and leave immediately after the event. There is to be no congregating before or after the race. 

results

Results will be available online at Speedy-Feet.com right after the race or at CincinnatiTriathlon.com later in the day. Results will be submitted to USA Triathlon within 15 days of the race. Results are submitted in 5-year age group increments for the triathlon, duathlon, aquabike and aquathlon for the purposes of USAT rankings

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