Open Water Swim: 1,500 meters.

General information

All competitors are REQUIRED to have a current USA Triathlon license or purchase a USAT license in order to compete. For a list of one-day (based upon distance of the event) and annual pricing for both adult and youth, go to https://www.usatriathlon.org/membership

Racing age is calculated as of Dec 31 of the current year. Please CONFIRM RACING AGE with Registration staff. Event will be held Rain or Shine. Courses are marked, but it's the racer's responsibility to know the courses. Neutral Bike Service will be provided before the race and at Mandatory Bike Check in at Transition on Sunday. All USA Triathlon rules are in effect.

USAT Event Rules and Regulations | 8 most commonly violated rules | Wetsuit Legal: see the FAQ section.

Course information

Swim (1,500 meters): counterclockwise 2 loop swim in Lake DeGray. The start is both in-water and on the boat dock. Swim times are based upon gun time, with the finish time taken once the swimmer exits and crosses the timing mat under the blue arch. The finish area is on a large concrete boat ramp. The swim course closes 60 minutes after the send off of the last swimmer. Historically the water temp averages in the 80's. According to USA Triathlon regulations 4.4 if the water temp is 84F or above, wetsuits will not be allowed.

Map

Olympic Swim (2 Loops)

Workshop

101 Workshop: Saturday at the Spillway Dam Recreation Area adjacent to packet pickup, 5 to 6 pm. Experienced triathletes describe the overall event, the do's and don'ts and best practices for making race day less stressful. A USA Triathlon official will be on hand to address USAT rules and regulations. Bring your questions! (Map link)

Directions & parking

Use 400 Skyline Dr, Arkadelphia, AR 71923 for directions and watch for event signage. Google Map. Parking will be adjacent to the Transition area, first come, first serve on race day. There is no fee for parking. Volunteers will direct you where to park.

Course time limit

Swim: 1 hour 5 minutes (from the send off of the final swimmer).

Minimum age

12 by 12/31. NO exceptions.

Awards

See Award Protocols.

Goodies

Door prizes, race goodies: free t-shirt; custom finisher medals; door prizes include gift certificates and tons of bike gear; post-race food and well-stocked aid stations (options at the park for friends and family to purchase food); lots of sponsors' products and services in each participant's goody bag.