COURSES

Distance: Half (1.2 Mile Swim – 56 Mile Bike – 13.1 Mile Run)
Categories: Individual, Aquabike, Relay Team (2 or 3 members)

Swim Course (Nimbus Flat State Park):

Your 1.2 mile swim will start in deep water and traverse a counter clockwise course in  beautiful, calm fresh water from the Sierra Nevada Mountains. October water temperatures range from 61-65 degrees.

There is no doubt your swim will occur in one of the Cleanest Bodies of Water for any triathlon in California.  Nimbus Dam is fed by the American River and played an important role in the area’s history as gold was first discovered along its banks in 1848 igniting the California Gold Rush. The American River begins with headwaters high in the Sierra Nevada’s.

As it flows toward the ocean, the American River  passes through the Nimbus Fish Hatchery (Salmon, Steelhead and Trout) through Rancho Cordova to the Sacramento River and, ultimately, into San Francisco Bay. Today the riches of the American River are its ability to both excite and relax those who enjoy the waterway. Every year, thousands of visitors come to enjoy white water rafting, kayaking, and stroll along the scenic views from the trails that wind along the river.

Bike Course:

Your 56 mile one loop bike course which rolls through beautiful farm lands, vineyards, wooded hills, and historic Mather Field Air Force base.

Preview Course w/elevation & turn by turn:  Click Here

Bike Aid Stations:

• Aid #1: Mile 23.5 – North of Falcon Haven on Latrobe
• Aid #2: Mile 35 – Bent Grass Ct & Hwy 16
• Aid #3: Mile 47.5 – North of Kiefer Blvd

Hydration & Nutrition on Bike Course:

• Clear Water Bottles
• Electrolyte Bottles (Gatorade Endurance)
• Bananas
• Gel (Carb Boom Energy Gel)
• Pretzels
• Bars (Clif Bars)

Run Course (Downtown Rancho Cordova):

Your 2 loop 13.1 mile run course is a tour of the beautiful city of Rancho Cordova including its wooded corporate business parks, Village Green Park, its open bike trails, and its new downtown area.  The run course is spectator friendly and we expect that the incredible Rancho Cordova community will be out in full force to embrace you from start to finish.

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Run Aid Stations will be provided every mile on your 13.1 mile run course for the Challenge Rancho Cordova with the following nutrition and hydration provided by our incredible volunteers. Please preview the course below to see the location of each aid station.

Nutrition & Hydration on Run Course:

• Clear Water Bottles
• Electrolyte Bottles (Gatorade Endurance)
• Soda
• Bananas
• Gel (Carb Boom Energy Gel)
• Pretzels
• Bars (Clif Bars)

Transition #1 (Nimbus Flat State Park):

Map coming soon with transition layout!

Located in Nimbus Flat State Park, all individual, relay, and aquabike athletes will be racked in transition by bib number.  We will have designated racks in T1 for clubs and teams that will be branded with your teams name on the rack.  Clubs must have over 5 athletes participating to receive designated rack space. Rack space will be secure during the swim portion of the race.  You must have your bib and/or athlete wrist band to get in and out of transition.

Your swim gear will be transported to the finish line. To avoid losing any of your belongings, place your equipment (including your wetsuit) in the numbered plastic bag given to you at registration and securely close the bag. Spectators will not be allowed into the transition areas but if you would like to hand your gear bag to someone over the transition area fence before you begin the bike portion of the event you are welcome to do so.

Nutrition/Hydration in Transition #1:

• Water
• Electrolyte Hydration (Gatorade Endurance)
• Bananas
• Gel (Carb Boom Energy Gel)
• Bars (Clif Bars)

Transition #2 (Capital Village North Parking Lot):

Located in Downtown Rancho Cordova, all individuals, relay, and aquabike athletes will had off their bikes and have hanging racks designated by number in transition.  Men’s and Women’s changing tents will be available if needed. Hanging racks will be based on number only.  Swim gear will be placed on hanging racks with other race gear after your race.  Rack space will be secure during and after your race to enjoy the entertainment, food, and awards ceremony. You must have your bib and/or athlete wrist band to get in and out of transition.

Nutrition/Hydration in Transition #2:

• Water
• Electrolyte Hydration (Gatorade Endurance)
• Soda
• Bananas
• Gel (Carb Boom Energy Gel)
• Bars (Clif Bars)

Swim / T1 Location:

Nimbus Flat State Park

Directions/Map:  Click Here

Run / Finish Line / T2 Location:

Village Green Park / Capital Village Shopping Center

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