Q: When do you recommend we arrive?
A. Check-in begins at 7:00 a.m. and the race starts at 8:30 a.m. Please allow enough time to arrive on site, find a spot in the transition area, head over to check-in and body marking, and then back to transition to affix bibs, double check gear, etc. NOTE: Participants NOT checked in by 8:15 a.m. will be scratched from the event.
Q: When will my child be starting?
A. The #1 most-asked question! In short, it depends. Generally speaking, the younger your child is, the earlier they will start. Visit the Estimated Start Times page for an approximation of start times by age group.
Q: When can I expect a race to be over?
A. We expect things to wrap up before noon, but it could be sooner depending on how many athletes we have.
Q: Are you still looking for volunteers? How can I help?
A. OF COURSE. This race takes close to 100 volunteers to run smoothly. Please email Leah Lind ([email protected]) for details.
Q: Can I check in on race morning and leave and come back?
A. We understand that some age groups will have a later start time, but for the safety of athletes on the bike course we ask that you stay on site at Arden Park after checking in and until the conclusion of the race.
Q: Where should I park?
Please visit the Race Day Info page for important times and parking information. We recommend walking or biking to the event if possible (we’ll have bike parking available). Vehicle parking is available on all streets within Arden Park with the exception of the bike course (La Sierra Drive from Berrendo to Casmalia).
Q: What are the most commonly asked questions and answers about the swim?
The swim will be an in water start with dedicated lanes (no circle swimming). There will be one participant per lane in 2024.
Q: Can I help my child in the transition area?
A: Other than those specifically registered for the Parent/Child division, Parents are NOT ALLOWED in the transition area after 8:30 a.m. and should encourage their children to organize their space on their own. Participants are still required to rack their bike themselves after the bike leg. In the Parent/Child division the participating parent may assist as needed. The “Transition” is often referred to as the “Fourth Event” in a triathlon. Many finishes are determined on how fast an athlete can transition form one leg to the next. Practicing at home or attending the free clinic prior to the event will allow your child to become familiar with these transitions. We will have volunteers stationed inside the transition area to assist when needed.
Q: What are quick laces?
A. One triathlon tradition is to swap out regular shoelaces with elastic “no tie” laces which allow for a faster transition. You can purchases these at Fleet Feet Sacramento or online using the keywords “elastic no-tie shoelaces” or brand names such as “Lock Laces,” “AKTIVX SPORTS LACES,” and “Yankz.”
Q: You recommended using a race belt, where can I get one?
A. Another triathlon standard is the use of a race belt. You attach your run bib to this belt and clip it around your waist. This removes the need to attach the bib to your shirt with safety pins and allows for a faster transition as well. These can also be purchased at Fleet Feet Sacramento or online.
Q: Wear do I place the Bike and Run bib?
A: The bike bib/race number should be place on the front of the bike over the handle bars. The run bib/race number should be placed on the front of the participant’s shirt or race belt to allow for easier identification by volunteers.
Q: Are participants allowed to wear headphones?
A: For safety reasons, No.