2019 Sourdough Triathlon~ Results
Events
| Half Iron Triathlon : |
| Triathlon : Swim 1.2 Miles, Bike 56 Miles, Run 13.1 Miles |
- Race Date: Sunday, July 14, 2019
- Location:Steese MP 33.3 DOT Pit
- Address: Steese MP 33.3 DOT PIT
- City/State/Zip:Fairbanks, Alaska 99709
- Country: USA
- Race Website https://sourdoughtri.weebly.co...
_ The 2019 Sourdough Triathlon:
The Sourdough Triathlon is a half-Iron distance race held in Chatanika, AK about 45 minutes northeast of Fairbanks at Milepost 33.5 of the Steese Highway. It's a quiet area with minimal traffic and plenty of wide open spaces. The 1.2 mile swim is in a former gravel pit filled by a pristine groundwater stream. The 56 mile bike course is two laps on a quiet, paved two-lane road with the occasional vehicle passing through. The 13.1 mile run course is two laps on the shoulder of this same road. Due to the course layout, this event is very spectator-friendly. Many competitors and their families camp out at the site the night before the race in RVs or tents.
Course Information:
Swim Course
The swim is in a gravel pit and consists of five laps totaling 1.2 miles. The water temperature typically ranges from 55 to 70 degrees so a wetsuit is highly recommended. The course will be marked with floating orange buoys with a rope connecting the buoys. Following the rope will help you stay on course.
Exiting the water requires you to climb out of the gravel pit onto a carpeted transition area. Use caution when entering and exiting the swim area as it can be very slippery. As we get closer to race day, we will try to keep you up to date on water temperature.
Bike
The bike course consists of two laps totaling 56 miles. After the swim, claim your bike and run/ride about 100 yards on gravel before reaching the paved road. Please use caution on this section since the transition area is loose gravel/rock. At the road, turn right and proceed west for 3.2 miles before reaching a turnaround at the Poker Flat Research Range, which will require crossing the Steese Highway, then proceed east.
The next turnaround point appears after heading east for 13.6 miles, adjacent to a pull out. Racers then circle back to the first turnaround to complete the first lap. Racers travel this loop a second time and re-enter the transition area.
The course is mostly flat with some rolling hills near the second turnaround point. Please use caution when attempting to pass. The Steese Highway is popular for weekend use and camper traffic tends to be a little heavy. Be prepared for a flat tire.
Traffic will not be stopped for participants. Racers must follow rules of the road and proceed with caution. Aid stations are available at the entrance to the paved road and at either turnaround.
Run
The run course is two loops totaling 13.1 miles. After completing the bike leg, run back out of the transition area to the road and turn left. Continue 1.7 miles east to the first aid station. Cross the road and continue west past the transition area. Continue an additional 1.5 miles to another aid station at the entrance to Poker Flat Research Range. Cross the road again back to the start and repeat the entire loop. After the second lap proceed to the finish line adjacent to the transition area to complete the Sourdough Triathlon.
The run course is flat, however there is very limited shade. Be prepared for a hot day and exposure to the sun and elements. Fairbanks is also known for summer afternoon thunderstorms.
Watch for bikes on the road throughout the run. Traffic will not be stopped for participants, please use caution when crossing the road.
Other Info:
2019 Results:
Previous Results:
2018 Results at: USAT
2017 Results at: TriFind / SourDoughTri / USAT
2016 Results at: athlinks.com or USAT / Photos
2015 Results at: USAT or athlinks.com / Photos
2014 Results at: TriFind.com / USAT / Photos
2013 Results at: athlinks.com or USAT
2012 Results: not available ???
2011 Results at: athlinks.com
2010 Results at: athlinks.com
2009 Results at: athlinks.com
2008 Results: not available ???
2007 Results at: athlinks.com
2006 Results: not available ???
2005 Results at: athlinks.com
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