We are looking forward to another fantastic Triathlon/5K Run/Kids Triathlon this coming Memorial Day weekend, and we want to invite you to REGISTER NOW!!! As in previous years, this is a great event for the entire family with a fun Adult Triathlon course, our 5K Run and FOUR categories for the …
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We are looking forward to another fantastic Triathlon/5K Run/Kids Triathlon this coming Memorial Day weekend, and we want to invite you to REGISTER NOW!!!
As in previous years, this is a great event for the entire family with a fun Adult Triathlon course, our 5K Run and FOUR categories for the kid triathlons! It is especially great for first time triathletes and 5K runners, although this event is a favorite for seasoned racers as well.
Adult Triathlon Route Overview
- Run: Fountain Valley High School vicinity (5K)
- Bike: Bike Route is an open course, meaning no road closures. Riders are to obey all traffic laws. (10 Miles)
- Swim: Fountain Valley High School (175 yards)
Leg Details (See maps on website: www.fvtriathlon.com)
- Run:
- This run will be on the pavement.
- There will be water stations every mile throughout the run.
- Bike:
- ANSI-approved hard shell helmets are required – even on beach cruisers.
- Must obey all traffic laws. If observed not obeying traffic laws the racer will be disqualified and not allowed to participate in future triathlons.
- Short Swim:
- No fins, paddles, or propulsive device of any kind will be allowed. Participants must provide their own approved optional equipment (goggles, towel, etc).
5K Run
- Fountain Valley High School vicinity (Same as Adult Triathlon Route)
Kid Triathlons Route information:
- All legs of the Kid Triathlons will be at Fountain Valley High School. Check website for details. Course maps have been posted.
Junior Pee Wee Triathlon Ages 3-5 (Note: Ages are suggestions, if you as a parent feel your child is better suited for a category outside of their age bracket, we will leave that up to you. With that said, we ask that you as parents not move your child down in order for them to dominate the field. 🙂
- Run: 100 yards
- Bike: 250 yards (Training wheels, tricycles, big wheels, etc. are allowed)
- Swim: 25 yards (parental help is allowed)
Pee Wee Triathlon Ages 6-7 (Note: Ages are suggestions, if you as a parent feel your child is better suited for a category outside of their age bracket, we will leave that up to you. With that said, we ask that you as parents not move your child down in order for them to dominate the field. 🙂
- Run: 1/4 Mile
- Bike: 1/2 Mile (Training wheels, tricycles, big wheels, etc. are allowed)
- Swim: 25 yards (parental help is allowed)
Kid’s Triathlon: Ages 8-9 (Note: Ages are suggestions, if you as a parent feel your child is better suited for a category outside of their age bracket, we will leave that up to you. With that said, we ask that you as parents not move your child down in order for them to dominate the field. 🙂
- Run: 1 Mile
- Bike: 1 Mile
- Swim: 75 Yards
Big Kid’s Triathlon: Ages 10+ (Note: Ages are suggestions, if you as a parent feel your child is better suited for a category outside of their age bracket, we will leave that up to you. With that said, we ask that you as parents not move your child down in order for them to dominate the field. 🙂
- Run: 1.5 Mile
- Bike: 1.5 Mile
- Swim: 75 Yards
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perfect for first time triathletes
Pros: - great for first time triathletes. Run was flat with clear signs. Bike path was flat, all straight except one U-turn, but short a couple of miles. Swimming was … MORE
Pros:
– great for first time triathletes. Run was flat with clear signs. Bike path was flat, all straight except one U-turn, but short a couple of miles. Swimming was at FVHS outdoor swimming pool, which is great for those that don’t want to do open water (no need for wet suit, no crazy currents)
– no special triathlon fee. I forgot what it’s called but most require a special membership fee that cost about $50 for a day, or more for the year)
– very affordable for a triathlon (I paid $65.84)
– included a finisher’s medal, canvas bag from their sponsor, small water bottle, cotton unisex tshirt, a packet of energy powder and gel
– although not a closed course, the volunteers helped press the crosswalk button, directed traffic and occasionally I saw vehicles pacing runners to ensure safety
– lots of muffins, fruit, water, etc. at the finish line (some were homemade too)
– bib pick up was smooth, easy, not crowded, etc.
Cons:
– the finisher’s medal completely different from what they said it would be, which was a huge disappointment because I had been waiting for over a year to earn the medal. I was told it’d be similar to last year’s medal (which had their logo & name of the race branded into a round piece of wood and wrapped in recycled bicycle chain). Instead, they gave out a cheap round medal with a bubble sticker on top. =(
Overall: small production, not super fancy, but went smoothly and is good practice for future, tougher triathlons