The Grand Valley Triathlon Club would like to invite you to participate in the 5th annual Grand Valley Try-a-Tri indoor triathlon. This race is perfect for athletes of all abilities, whether you are a veteran triathlete or want to try your first triathlon. All proceeds from the race go to helping the Grand Valley Triathlon Club to raise money for the upcoming season in the collegiate circuit. New this year we have the option for you to donate to MyTeam Triumph, an athletic ride-along program created for children, teens, adults, and veterans with disabilities who would normally not be able to experience endurance events such as triathlons or road races. Be sure to sign up before March 10 to be guaranteed a t-shirt!

Race Details

The race will consist of a 20 minute swim, 20 minute bike, and a 20 minute run.

The swim will take place in the Grand Valley Recreation Center pool.  Participants will then have a 10 minute transition to the Rec Center where they will begin a 20 minute bike ride on stationary spin bikes.  The final leg of the race will include a 10 minute transition to the Kelly Family Sports Center followed by a 20 minute run on Grand Valley's 300m indoor track.

Before your wave you will need to place your race bag in the designated area right outside the pool area.  Once the swim is done you will grab your bag and follow the transition volunteer to the bike area.  You will only have a minute or two to gather your things since most of the transition time will be spent traveling to the next leg.  Part of the transition will be on a sidewalk outside as you move from the Recreation Center to the Kelly Family Sports Center.  You will have time to throw on shirts, shorts, bike shoes and anything else before you leave for the bike area.

Awards

Awards will go to the top three overall males and females, as well as the top four in each age group. There will also be a raffle to give away additional prizes such as free race entries and other goodies.  The awards ceremony will take place at 3:45 pm.

What to Bring

Participants should bring a swimsuit, goggles, a towel, a shirt, shorts, and running shoes. Optional items include a swim cap, water bottle, SPD compatible biking shoes for the spin bikes, and a bag to keep your belongings with you as you travel to the different stations.

Contact Info:

Race director: Rachel Kishman - [email protected] 

Sponsors:

 Village Bike and Fitness - The friendly and knowledgeable folks at Village Bike and Fitness have kindly donated two Headsweats hats with Village's logo embroidered on the front to be raffled off at the awards ceremony. 

The Sufferfest - The minions at The Sufferfest have donated the 4th place finishers a free download of their Hell Hath No Fury indoor cycling training video. IWBMATTKYT. 

More sponsors coming soon!

Event details and schedule

There will be 7 waves of 12 athletes each.  Waves begin every 30 minutes to prevent overlap with athletes in prior waves.  Athletes should arrive at least 20 minutes before the start of their wave.  This will allow enough time to check in, get your number assignment in your wave, and place your bag in the transition area. Parking lot F is the ideal place to park as it is close to the pool and track.