We sincerely regret to inform you that due to the current environment surrounding events and Covid-19, we have postponed the race to a later date.
All donations will be refunded as quickly as possible. Thank you for your support and generosity!
The process of refunds will be coordinated with RunSignup for the best and fastest results.
If you purchased a licence from USA Triathlon during the registration process, you may request a transfer to another sanctioned event by emailing to membership@usatriathlon.com.
We truly hope see you at races soon.
Stay safe and healthy!
Please email events@playtri.com your questions or concerns.
250-yards swim & 2.5-mile run
This will be a timed event to start the season, have fun and have a great ‘practice’ race.
You pay $0 to participate if you are a member of USAT - this is a free race!
Non-members will need to purchase a one-day licence from USAT.
All finishers will receive a fun finisher trophy and a swag item!
More Fun: Test ride a Cervelo! Bring your biking gear and test ride a Cervelo before or after your race! We will have many sizes of Cervelo Tri Bikes available. Cervelo are fastest and lightest pro bikes for road, tri and track!
All bikes will be sanitized between each rider.
Where
6051 Alma Road
McKinney, TX 75070
Parking
Parking guide coming soon.
When
Sunday, July 12, 2020
Groups of 5 athletes will start every 10 minutes. You can pick starting time (corral) during registration.
Course
Body temperature will be checked for all event staff, volunteers and participants prior entering the transition area.
We will practice social distancing and minimize physical contact: Self-body marking will be available to participants. Groups of 5 athletes will start every 10 minutes. You can pick starting corral during registration. We encourage everyone to bring nutrition for the duration of the race to minimize personal contact at the water station. After you complete the course grab a snack and a finisher medal. Results will be posted online.
Starting Corrals
Starting corrals will be avaialable from 7:00AM to 10:50AM. Pick your corral during registration process. Once a corral is filled (5 athletes) you will be redirected to the next available corral.
Safety Procedures
We will practice social distancing and minimize physical contact: Self-body marking will be available to participants. Groups of 5 athletes will start every 10 minutes. You can pick starting time during registration. We encourage everyone to bring nutrition for the duration of the race to minimize personal contact at the water station. After you complete the course grab a snack and a finisher medal. Results will be posted online.
Course Notes:
The course officially closes at 11:45 am for all participants.
Pricing
This is a free event! If you are a member of USAT, you pay $0 to participate. Non-members will need to purchase a day-license for $15. Transfers from our other events are also available. Please email membership@usatriathlon.org to transfer from Luck of the Irish or Take on the Heat events.
Voluntary donations to help cover the cost will be collected during registration and greatly appreciated but not required.
Free for USAT Members
$15 USAT One-day licence for Non-members
Registration will be limited to 120 participants and will close when filled.
Eligibility - The minimum age to participate is .... For younger participants, please contact [info@playtri.com][5].
Packet Pick Up & Registration
There will be no race day registration.
No packet pick up. Self-body marking station will be available.
What to bring
We encourage everyone to bring nutrition for the duration of the race to minimize personal contact at the water station.
Swim cap
Race suit
Running shoes
Sunglasses
Towel
Bring your cycling gear to test a Cervelo!
Awards
All Finishers will receive a Finisher Medal.
USAT
Every participant must show photo ID and proof either of USAT annual membership, or purchase of USAT one day pass. If one of these is not provided at packet pickup, the participant will be required to purchase a one day pass or an annual membership in order to pick up his or her packet, regardless of whether or not he or she already has a membership. ($15 for adult one day, $50 for annual membership, and $10 for youth annual membership). Please [click here][6] for the Most Commonly Violated USAT rules.
Refund Policy
No Refunds or Transfers allowed.
Results
Race Updates and Reminders
All last-minute updates and reminders will be posted on the [Playtri Facebook Page][7]. Like us so you get all the up-to-date information!
Weather
Average temperature on race day: low 50 - high 80
For safety reasons, Playtri Racing reserves the right to modify or cancel a race due to severe weather conditions. When severe weather is present, all precautions will be made to ensure the safety of the athletes.
Chip Timing
This is a chip timed event. Each participant will be required to wear a timing chip in order to be counted in the results. Timing chips are assigned to participants according to bib number. Please pick up your timing chip the morning of the race at the chip timing station beginning an hour before race start. Awards are based on chip times.
Volunteers
Volunteers are always greatly appriciated. Please click here to volunteer: .........
Without volunteers, we simply can't have races. Without volunteers, there is no one to tell athletes where to turn, hand out water, cheer everyone on - and yes - how much fun is body marking?! Volunteers get everyone pumped up and motivated. As a volunteer, you'll feel like you made a valuable contribution to the success of the race. And who knows? You could turn into a participant at the next race! Simply put, volunteers are the heart of triathlon races.
Race Contact
If you have any questions or need any additional information, email us at [events@playtri.com][5]. or call us at (214) 697-6922.
Photography
By Registering for this event, AAZ Event Productions, has consent to all Race photography and videos from the event to use in any advertising, marketing & promotional materials
USA Triathlon is the largest multisport organization in the world and a leader in race director education and certification.
Our team of Race Directors strives for the highest quality in event production and safety. Our Race Directors have over 45 years of combined experience and more than 300 events on their resumes. We love the sport and we hope you enjoy the results of our hard work.