How long does Chicago Triathlon take?
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STEP 1: CHOOSE YOUR DISTANCE
| ADULT RACE DISTANCES | Swim | Total |
|---|---|---|
| SuperSprint | 375 meters 0.23 miles | 12.9 km 7.9 miles |
| Sprint | 750 m 0.47 miles | 29.75 km 18.57 miles |
| International / Olympic | 1,500 m 0.93 miles | 51.5 km 31.93 miles |
| Triple Challenge (all 3 above) | 2,615 m 1.63 miles | 96.12 km 58.79 miles |
How many people are in Chicago Triathlon?
More than 9,000 participants, representing 48 states and 24 countries, today competed in the 36th Annual Chicago Triathlon.
Does the Chicago Triathlon sell out?
Q: Will the event sell-out? A: Yes, the 2019 event reached total sell-out. Many of the specialty programs and competitions will sell-out quickly, followed by the International distance and eventually all other short distance race options.
What time is Chicago Triathlon?
Sunday, August 28, 2022
| Time | Item |
|---|---|
| 8:00 a.m. | Post-Race Party Opens (Finish Line) |
| 8:15 a.m. | Race Start (Sprint distance athletes) |
| 9:45 a.m. | Last Athlete Enters Water |
| 10:15 a.m. | Last Athlete Exits Water |
Do they provide bikes at a triathlon?
Bike. Yes, you will need a bike. No, it does not need to be expensive. We see people do triathlons on their old mountain bikes, hybrids, or other slower bikes — and especially with a couple simple modifications these bikes can do very well.
Where does the Chicago Triathlon start?
The swim is held in Monroe Harbor, with the start line at Balbo Dr. and Lake Shore Drive. International swimmers first head south, swimming parallel to the sea wall for 380 yards.
Where does the Chicago Triathlon end?
Columbus Drive
The finish line is located along Columbus Drive in Chicago’s Grant Park. Enter the Finish Festival from Balbo and Columbus Drive and make your way to the spectator viewing area.
How long does it take to train for a triathlon?
Most people can go from fit to triathlete in six short weeks. If you are starting from couch potato, you’ll need to spend a few months building your fitness — three days a week of running, swimming or cycling — before starting your six-week triathlon training plan.
What’s the order of a triathlon?
For a traditional race, such as standard USA Triathlon events, the order of events in a triathlon will always be swim, bike, and run. For safety reasons, the swim is always the first leg of the event, as athletes progressively fatigue throughout the race.
Where is the Chicago Triathlon finish line?
Grant Park
The finish line is located along Columbus Drive in Chicago’s Grant Park.
Is the Chicago Triathlon happening?
This race will take place on Saturday, August 27, 2022 and is held at Foster Beach, the same venue as the Kids Tri.