Gateway Challenge Sprint Triathlon

Saturday, September 14, 2024 Past event

9:00 AM CDT

Marengo, Iowa

$75.00–$115.00 · 2 races

Sprint

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of fitness and fun at the Gateway Challenge Sprint Triathlon on Saturday, September 14th, 2024, in beautiful Marengo, Iowa! This exciting event kicks off at Gateway Park, featuring a refreshing 500-meter swim in Gateway Lake, followed by a scenic 16-mile bike ride that takes participants through the picturesque towns of West Amana and South Amana. The triathlon wraps up with a lively 5K run along the Gateway Trail, which runs alongside the serene Iowa River and finishes back at Gateway Park. With flat and fast race routes, this triathlon is perfect for both beginners and seasoned athletes looking to challenge themselves. All registrants will receive a stylish Gateway Challenge T-shirt (if registered by August 26, 2024) and a variety of goodies at check-in. Plus, every finisher will walk away with a coveted Gateway Challenge Medallion, and awards will be given to top bracket finishers. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to join the fun and test your limits!

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Sep 16, 2023

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Races

Sprint Triathlon

Includes T-Shirt

9:00 AM CDT

$75.00

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Sprint Relay Team

Includes T-Shirt

Relay team - 2 or 3 team members

9:00 AM CDT

$115.00

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Organiser's description

The Gateway Challenge Sprint Triathlon will begin at Gateway Park in Marengo, Iowa. The 500 meter swim will take place at Gateway lake. The roughly 16 mile bike portion will take you from Marengo to West Amana, then to South Amana, and return to Marengo. The 5k run will begin on the Gateway trail, which incorporates the flood levy along the Iowa River, then slightly out of town and back into town, ending at Gateway Park. The race routes are very flat and will make a great race for beginners and experts alike.

All registrants will receive a Gateway Challenge T-shirt (If registered before 8-26-24) and other goodies at check-in. All finishers will receive a Gateway Challenge Medallion. Awards will be given to top bracket finishers!