SPRINT TRIATHLON
500-meter swim, 12.5 mile bike, 5K run.
OLYMPIC TRIATHLON
1500 meter swim, 25 mile bike, 10K run.
RUN-BIKE-RUN (DUATHLON)
1 mile run, 12.5 mile bike, 5K run.
RACE PHOTOS May 19, 2024
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Virtual Triathlon & Run-Bike-Run
Can't come to the race but want to participate, get a t-shirt and a finisher medal?
Want to try a tri but you're really shy to show up?
We have a race for you, VIRTUAL RACE!
A virtual triathlon is a race that can be completed at any location. You can walk, use the treadmill, run outside or participate in another race. You can ride on a trainer or cycle outside. You can swim in a pool, a lake or the sea! You can run your race at your pace anywhere! This is a great way for the rookie athlete to build up confidence to show up for the real thing!
Virtual races are a great way to stay fit, motivated, have the sense of participating and get a great t-shirt and medal!
You can complete the required distance in each discipline during the week coming up to the actual race, in your pace, in your environment.
You can send us your stats at virtual@playtri.com You can send the evidence of completing the race distances to virtual@playtri.com but it is not required. You can send a screenshot from an app, your watch, your laptop or even a photo of your treadmill results for your runs. You can use MayMyRun / MapMyRide, Strava, Garmin or any other digital fitness app. Submitting evidence of your swim distance is harder, unless you have a swim compatible device so you will we believe you did it. At the end of the day, if you don't do it, you would only be lying to yourself and you would not be able to wear a cool t-shirt with a triathlon logo!
Your t-shirt and finisher medal will be mailed to you the week after the race. Have fun out there!
REGISTER FOR THE VIRTUAL RACE NOW
Location
2700 NW Loop 820
Fort Worth, TX US 76179
Race Contact
If you have any questions or need any additional information, email events@playtri.com.
Double Finisher Saving and Swag
Finish both Playtri FW (in May and in October) races and receive a Double Finisher Medal
DOUBLE FINISHER MEDAL Sign up for this Playtri Fort Worth Triathlon & Run-Bike-Run I. and our Playtri Fort Worth Triathlon & Run-Bike-Run II. in October to save 20% on entry fees and receive the DOUBLE FINISHER MEDAL! This 20% saving is only available for a limited time while registering for both events at the same time.
To receive a double finisher medal, you must be registered for the October race (after completing the May race) by midnight of August 18, 2025. Medals must be ordered on August 19, 2025, first thing in the morning and for that reason, athletes who register for the October race after August 19th cannot be guaranteed a double finisher medal.
And yes, actual finishing (completing) both races is needed to earn the double finisher medal. Just simple signing up for both races does not guarantee the double finisher medal. So, keep training, keep moving, keep crossing the finish line! We can’t wait to see you at the finish line!
Parking
Walking distance parking available.
VIP Parking provides the closest parking possible. Limited number of spots is available.
Race Day Schedule
5:30am Transition Area opens
5:30-7:00am Timing Chip Pickup Table is open. Bring your bib to receive the correct timing chip
6:45am Parking lot entrance closes - no cars will be allowed to enter after that
6:50am Transition Area closes
7:00am Olympic Triathlon starts
7:30am Sprint Triathlon starts
7:35am Run-Bike-Run starts
9:00am Pizza Party starts
9:30 Sprint Triathlon & Duathlon Awards Tent opens
10:00am Olympic Triathlon Awards Tent opens
(Awards will not be mailed)
Playtri reserves the right to change any event schedule at any time due to safety, weather conditions, or other production concerns.
Body Marking
You must be body marked prior to entering transition area.
Athletes are welcome to:
arrive at the race self body marked, (sharpies or marks-a-lot work well)
or self body mark at the event prior to entering the transition area (a table with markers will be provided),
or wait to be body marked by volunteers prior to entering the transition area.
See what body marking should look like here.
USAT “RACE AGE” POLICY
An athlete's age for any USAT sanctioned race will be his/her age as of Dec. 31 of the current race year. The age he/she is on 12/31 will determine his/her racing age group. If an athlete is due to "age-up" into the next group, it will happen at the beginning of the year, not after the athlete's birthday.
This action aligns regular U.S. age group racing with the method used by USA Triathlon for its National Rankings Program and its Grand Prix Series.
Transition Area
You must be body marked prior to entering transition area.
When can I bring my bike to the transition?
When the Transition Area opens, you may rack your bike and place other race gear. Visit tab HOW TO RACK YOUR BIKE for details on racking your bike.
Only participants and event staff are allowed in the transition area. Please advise your family and friends that they will need to remain outside of the transition area.
When can I check my bike out of transition?
Transition opens for bike checkout when the final athlete has entered transition from the bike course and then left transition for the run course. You may not remove your bike before this time. Transition Coordinators will monitor the situation.
This protocol exists to ensure a fair and safe transition for all athletes and your cooperation is appreciated.
Course & Site
SPRINT TRIATHLON
500-meter swim, 12.5 mile bike, 5K run.
Swim course - man-made lake, water temperature is typically 72-76F in May. View Wetsuit USA Triathlon Rules here. The temperature of the water will be determined on race morning and results will be announced. In the past, the water temperature allowed wetsuits. Check a Playtri Store near you for wetsuit rentals.
Swimmers will line up in corrals reflecting their predicted swim time. Example: if your predicted swim time is 23 minutes; you will line up in a starting corral 20-25 minutes. Swim course will close 30 minutes after the last sprint distance swimmer enters the water.
OLYMPIC TRIATHLON
1500 meter swim, 25 mile bike, 10K run.
Swim course - man-made lake, water temperature is typically 72-76F in May. View Wetsuit USA Triathlon Rules here. The temperature of the water will be determined on race morning and results will be announced. In the past, the water temperature allowed wetsuits. Check a Playtri Store near you for wetsuit rentals.
Swimmers will line up in corrals reflecting their predicted swim time. Example: if your predicted swim time is 23 minutes; you will line up in a starting corral 20-25 minutes. Swim course will close 30 minutes after the last sprint distance swimmer enters the water.
RUN-BIKE-RUN (DUATHLON)
1 mile run, 12.5 mile bike, 5K run.
Course Notes:
The course officially closes at 11:00 am for all participants.
No one will be able to leave the event until all bikes are off the course.
Eligibility - The minimum age to participate is 13 years. The right to accept or reject any entry is reserved. For younger participants, please contact events@playtri.com.
Playtri reserves the right to change any event course at any time due to safety, weather conditions, or other production concerns.
How to wear race numbers
Click here to see how to use the race numbers you receive at packet pickup: RACE NUMBERS
How to rack your bike in the transition area
See how to safely and correctly rack your bike: RACKING YOUR BIKE
Race Day Checklist
Find our Race Day Checklist here
Packet Pickup
USA TRIATHLON PACKET PICKUP RULES:
USA Triathlon is allowing others to pick up race packets for other individuals.
The person picking up the packet must have a copy of the athlete’s ID and written verification from the athlete that the individual picking up the packet is authorized to do so. Smartphones can also be used to show both a photo of another athlete's ID and a digital copy of their race confirmation.
One person may pick up up to 4 packets at one time to ensure fairness to others standing in line. Should one person be picking up more than the mentioned 4 packets, he or she is welcome to join the packet pickup line again as if they just entered the location.
ALL athletes are required to show photo ID at the time of packet pickup. NO ID, NO RACE, NO EXCEPTIONS. Every single participant, including relay participants, must have a photo ID. A Youth athlete without an ID must be accompanied by a parent/guardian with a photo ID. If an athlete does not bring a photo ID to packet pickup, there are two options: 1 Go home to get it 2 Have someone email/text them a copy of their photo ID
Wednesday Race Week
12:00pm-2:30pm Playtri Rockwall
4:00pm-6:30pm Playtri The Colony
Thursday Race Week
12:00pm-2:30pm Playtri Las Colinas
4:00pm-6:30pm Playtri Colleyville
Friday Race Week
12pm-6:00pm Playtri Dallas - free pre-race clinic at 6pm.
Saturday
12:00pm -5:00pm
race site
Saturday, the day before the race, 12:00pm-5:00pm at the race site.
***Race day packet pickup will be available for an additional charge of $20 per athlete. Only exact cash will be accepted. Please be prepared accordingly for this option if you plan to take advantage of it.
While late registration will be available at the packet pickup (except race day morning), please note that no cash will be accepted for new registrations, and all new registrations must be completed on your mobile device using a credit card. Registering prior to heading to the packet pickup helps keep line shorter and cuts everyone’s waiting time.
Where to stay
GET RACE READY WITH PLAYTRI COACHING
We offer a wide range of programs and tools to help athletes reach their goals on race day!
Open Water Swims: Don't let race day be your first time swimming in open water! Join our coached weekly open water swims and develop the skills and confidence necessary to ace your swim leg. Playtri DFW Open Water — Playtri
Private Lessons and Consults: Learn to swim freestyle, master your transitions, plan your race strategy and more - one-on-one sessions are the fastest way to fill knowledge and skill gaps for athletes of all levels. One on One Sessions — Playtri
Join the Team: Our annual team membership includes multiple workouts throughout the week, and great discounts in-store at Playtri Dallas and on playtristore.com. Playtri Dallas Team — Playtri
Hire a Coach: Individual coaching includes a training plan, regular communication, race strategies and more. There's a reason athletes have been trusting our coaches with their goals for 25 years! Individual Coaching Plans — Playtri
Playtri Training App (IOS): Receive a personalized training plan based on your ability level and weekly availability. Playtri Training App — Playtri
Free Pre Race Clinics
PRE RACE CLINIC
Friday, race week @ packet pickup at Playtri Dallas
6:00pm
Awards
SPRINT and OLYMPIC TRIATHLON
- Top Overall, Masters, and Grand Masters.
- Standard 5 year Age Groups 3 deep
- Weight Class 39& under and 40+ for athena and clydesdales, 3 deep
- Relay Team awards will be for top 3 overall relays.
- Adaptive Athlete Open Division.
SPRINT RUN-BIKE-RUN
- Top Overall Male and Female Winners, 5 deep.
- 39 and Under top 5 Male and Female winners.
- 40 and Over top 5 Male and Female winners.
- Relay Team awards will be for top 3 overall relays.
- Adaptive Athlete Open Division.
All Finishers will receive a Finisher Medal.
You may pick up your award at the Awards Tent. Awards will not be mailed. Missed awards will be available for pickup at Playtri Dallas May 24th until June 1st.
Swag
Tech t-shirt & custom finisher medal
T-shirt of the desired size will be guaranteed to participants registered by April 20, 2025. T-shirts must be ordered, printed, and shipped. After the given date, we can only guess what sizes may be requested and the tee you receive may not be the perfect fit.
Free Race Photo Courtesy of Playtri
You will receive an email during the post race week from our partners at movin-pictures.com/ You will be able to pick one free picture to download as courtesy of Playtri. Be sure to check your spam folder if you haven't seen your inbox in a few days.
Results
ABOUT USA TRIATHLON
A USAT Annual Membership or a One-Day License is required to race. If you are not an annual member, you must purchase a one-day license to participate in a USA Triathlon sanctioned event. A one-day license also provides the athlete participant accident medical coverage while they are participating in a USA Triathlon Sanctioned Event.
One-Day Licenses are purchased for a specific race, are transferable, are non-refundable.
Our registration system will allow the purchase of a One-Day License while registering for this race.
This event is sanctioned by USA Triathlon and rules will be in effect, please familiarize yourself with those prior to the event: https://www.usatriathlon.org/multisport/rules
Relays
COMPETE AS A RELAY TEAM! Relay = team of 2 or 3 participants. All team members must have their own USAT membership (whether annual or one day).
All 2 or 3 members of a relay team will share one race number and one timing chip. Timing chip is to be handed off to the next member at the bike racked in the transition area. As the swimmer arrives at the bike, he or she will give the chip to the cyclist. As the cyclist completes the bike course and arrives at the bike, he or she will hand off the timing chip to the runner. Bicycle must be placed on the bike rack while chip exchanges take place.
Fees listed are per person. To register a relay team, the first person (captain) will register him or herself and name the team. Other members of the team will join the team name. All team members must have their own USAT membership (whether annual or one day).
REFUND POLICY
No Refunds or Transfers allowed.
This event follows the standard running industry policy: All entry fees are non-refundable. We reserve the right to postpone or cancel the event due to circumstances beyond our control such as a natural disaster or emergency or as required to protect the safety of participants and staff. No refunds will be issued under these circumstances. We reserve the right to change the details of the event without prior notice.
A considerable amount of work and planning goes into planning events like this one and we do so with the best intentions. Refunding entry fees based on changes of participants schedules is not feasible as permits and basic provisions must be ordered ahead of time. We appreciate your support and understanding, and we will continue to work hard to produce fun and safe events for your best experience.
Race Updates and Reminders
All last-minute updates and reminders will be posted on the Playtri DFW Facebook page. 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
Please email events@playtri.com if you would like to volunteer for this event - thank you!
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 events@playtri.com.
Photography
By Registering for this event, Playtri Sports, has consent to all Race photography and videos from the event to use in any advertising, marketing & promotional materials
