U.S. Open Triathlon- 2016 ::

Events

US Open Olympic Triathlon :
Triathlon : Swim 1500 Meters, Bike 24.9 Miles, Run 6.2 Miles
US Open Sprint Triathlon :
Triathlon : Swim 750 Meters, Bike 10.5 Miles, Run 3 Miles
Super Sprint Triathlon :
Triathlon : Swim 300 Meters, Bike 10.5 Miles, Run 1.5 Miles
5K Run :
Running : Run 3.1 Miles
Youth Triathlon : Kids Race
Triathlon : Distance Determined By Age
  • Race Date: Sunday, October 16, 2016
  • Location:Rockwall Hilton
  • Address: 2055 Summer Lee Dr.
  • City/State/Zip:Rockwall, Texas 75032
  • Country: USA

The cities of Rockwall & Heath, TX are the hosts of this USA Triathlon-sanctioned event that starts with a swim in beautiful Lake Ray Hubbard at Rockwall Harbor. The bike course travels through Rockwall and Heath, with the run and finish line on the lakefront.

 

With Olympic, Sprint and Super Sprint and Youth courses that provide distances for every caliber triathlete from newbie to elite-level, this enlivened event is a late season must-do.

 

Close your racing season with a fun race and great Texas hospitality. See you in Texas on October 18

Event details and schedule

Course Overview:

 

Swim: The swim will be in the calm waters on the east side of Lake Ray Hubbard at the marina of Rockwall Harbor, showcasing the harbor.
  • The transition area is on the grass park to the south of the swim exit. Participants will use the SwimStream™ start system developed by Pacific Sports.

 

Bike: The bike course will be on rolling terrain incorporating the roads of Rockwall and Heath Texas.

  • The Olympic Course is 2 loops of the course.

  • The SuperSprint and Sprint courses are 1 loop.

 

Run: The run course will be in the Rockwall Harbor area with the finish immediately adjacent to the Hilton Dallas/Rockwall Lakefront.

Course maps

 

Registration

A variety of registration options are available:
  • Olympic distance (age group, relays)
  • Sprint distance (age group, relays)
  • Super Sprint (age group)
  • Youth (7-10 and 11-14)
  • USAT South Midwest Collegiate Championship
  • Tri Club Championship

There is a limit of 1,500 triathletes.

All participants receive:

  • Custom-designed t-shirt

  • Custom-designed finisher medal

  • Post-race food/beverage

  • On-course fluid & fuel

  • Six-split timing for all categories

  • race swim cap

  • beer garden (18+) at finish line area

 

All athletes must agree to the following policies when registering:

  • NO refunds, deferrals, rollovers or bib transfers (except for active duty military). There are NOexceptions.

  • Fees listed do not include the Active Network processing fee, nor do they include a $12 1-day license fee for non-USAT Members. Each participant MUST have a valid USAT license (or they purchase a $12 one-day license).

Course Information:



Swim:
• The swim will be in the calm waters on the east side of Lake Ray Hubbard at the marina of Rockwall Harbor, showcasing the harbor.
• The transition area is on the grass park to the south of the swim exit.
• Participants will use the SwimStream start system developed by Pacific Sports.


Bike:
• The bike course will be on rolling terrain incorporating the roads of Rockwall and Heath Texas.
• The Olympic Course is 2 loops of the course.
• The Sprint course is 1 loop.
• Super Sprint and youth courses will be shortened routes on the same roads, primarily in Rockwall.


Run:
• The run course will be in the Rockwall Harbor area with the finish immediately adjacent to the Hilton Dallas/Rockwall Lakefront.

Course Maps 

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Other Info:

2016 Results:

2016 Results at: usopen-triathlon.com

Previous Results:

2015 Results at: active.com
2014 Results at: raceresults360.com
2013 Results: not available ??
2012 Results at: active.com
2011 Results at: active.com
2010 Results at: onlineraceresults.com
2009 Results at: onlineraceresults.com
2008 Results at: onlineraceresults.com
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