RTC July 4th - Swim/Ride/Social - Members Only!

Thursday, July 4, 2024 Past event

10:30 AM EDT

Midlothian, Virginia

Free · 11 races

1 Mile

Event summary

Join fellow members for the exciting RTC July 4th Swim/Ride/Social event on Thursday, July 4th, 2024, at the beautiful Robious Landing Park in Midlothian, Chesterfield! Kick off your day of fun and fitness with a supported river swim starting at 8:00 AM, followed by a casual out-and-back bike ride at 9:05 AM. Choose from a scenic 18.8-mile route that takes you through picturesque rural roads, featuring gentle climbs and breathtaking views. After the ride, return to the park around 10:30 AM for a delicious brunch provided by the club, making it a perfect opportunity to socialize with fellow members and their families.

Don’t forget to RSVP for this members-only event, as an accurate headcount is essential for food and safety preparations. Be sure to arrive early, check in by 7:50 AM, and prepare for an unforgettable day filled with camaraderie, fitness, and fun! Whether you’re swimming, biking, or simply enjoying the social aspect, this event promises to be a highlight of your summer. Mark your calendars and get ready to celebrate Independence Day with the RTC community!

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Races

Event Crew (Set Up/Tear Down)

Help set up the tent, flag, layout tables/table cloths, cuttlery, food, coolers, trash bags and recycle box, clean up, and return everything afterwards to the trailer. Earn VPoints for Club merch!

7:15 AM EDT

Free

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Trailer Driver

WAY TO THE END AND SUBMITTING IT. YOUR REGISTRATION IS NOT COMPLETE UNTIL YOU RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION EMAIL. THANKS! We need an experienced volunteer driver with a vehicle that can pull the Clubs trailer from James River HS to the Parks ramp and back less than a mile away (starting at 7:30am). Someone from the Club will meet the driver at the back of the HS parking lot and will help hook them up (*2 ball hitch required) and will follow to the kayak/SUP unloading area. Earn VPoints for Club Merch!

7:15 AM EDT

Free

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Kayak

BE SURE TO COMPLETE YOUR REGISTRATION BY SCROLLING ALL THE WAY TO THE END AND SUBMITTING IT. YOUR REGISTRATION IS NOT COMPLETE UNTIL YOU RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION EMAIL. THANKS! * Must be 18 years or older * Must wear PFD, radio, whistle * Must be comfortable with swimmers grabbing on to the front or rear of kayak * Must be ready to throw line with PFD attached to swimmer Earn VPoints for Club merch!

7:45 AM EDT

Free

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Volunteer Kayaker with Own Kayak

7:45 AM EDT

Free

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Sup

BE SURE TO COMPLETE YOUR REGISTRATION BY SCROLLING ALL THE WAY TO THE END AND SUBMITTING IT. YOUR REGISTRATION IS NOT COMPLETE UNTIL YOU RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION EMAIL. THANKS! * Must be 18 years or older * Must wear PFD, radio, whistle * Must be comfortable with swimmers grabbing on to the front or rear of kayak * Must be ready to throw line with PFD attached to swimmer Receive VPoints for Club merch!

7:45 AM EDT

Free

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Wave 1-FAST Swim & Bike

BE SURE TO COMPLETE YOUR REGISTRATION BY SCROLLING ALL THE WAY TO THE END AND SUBMITTING IT. YOUR REGISTRATION IS NOT COMPLETE UNTIL YOU RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION EMAIL. THANKS! * Swim Safety Buoy Required * Bright Swim Cap Required * Swim up to the "dock" 750 yards and NOT beyond

8:05 AM EDT

Free

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Wave 2-Slow/Newbie Swim & Bike

BE SURE TO COMPLETE YOUR REGISTRATION BY SCROLLING ALL THE WAY TO THE END AND SUBMITTING IT. YOUR REGISTRATION IS NOT COMPLETE UNTIL YOU RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION EMAIL. THANKS! * Swim Safety Buoy Required * Bright Swim Cap Required * Swim up to the dock 750 yards and NOT beyond * Beginners can practice from the jump in dock to the boat ramp and this area will be kayak/SUP supported

8:10 AM EDT

Free

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Bike Lead

BE SURE TO COMPLETE YOUR REGISTRATION BY SCROLLING ALL THE WAY TO THE END AND SUBMITTING IT. YOUR REGISTRATION IS NOT COMPLETE UNTIL YOU RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION EMAIL. THANKS! * Must be 18 years or older * Must be comfortable leading the ride and keeping a non-racing pace * Must be able to provide basic bike support (help change a tire, etc.) Earn VPoints for Club merch!

9:05 AM EDT

Free

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Bike Sweeper

BE SURE TO COMPLETE YOUR REGISTRATION BY SCROLLING ALL THE WAY TO THE END AND SUBMITTING IT. YOUR REGISTRATION IS NOT COMPLETE UNTIL YOU RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION EMAIL. THANKS! * Must be 18 years or older * Must be comfortable leading the ride and keeping a non-racing pace * Must be able to provide basic bike support (help change a tire, etc.) Earn VPoints for Club merch!

9:05 AM EDT

Free

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Social (The Food Part!)

Social will start at 10:30 am. Bring a chair, meet fellow Club members, enjoy the food! Please register if you plan to stay for the Social. We need to get an accurate count so that we can plan the food/drinks.

10:30 AM EDT

Free

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Event Lead

7:30 AM EDT

Free

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Organiser's description

JOIN FELLOW RTC MEMBERS FOR JULY 4TH AQUA BIKE AND SOCIAL EVENT AT ROBIOUS LANDING PARK!

The fun will begin at 8:00 AM with a supported river swim, followed by an out & back (no drop) ride at 9:05 am, then returning to the Park for food (around 10:30 am). This year, the post-ride food will be provided by the Club, so **BE SURE TO RSVP**

_WE NEED YOU TO REGISTER FOR THE SOCIAL SO THAT WE CAN ORDER FOOD/DRINKS ACCORDINGLY. THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY, SO A HEAD COUNT IS VERY IMPORTANT!_

* Event Schedule:

* Open Water Swim 7:50 am - 9:00 am *Safety Briefing and Announcements 8:00 am
* Bike 9:00 am - 10:30 am _* SCROLL DOWN FOR MORE DETAILS_
* Brunch 10:30 am - 12:00 Noon _*BRING A CHAIR(S)!_

* Swimmers, Kayakers, SUP, and Trailer Driver must Register online
* Please be at the Park and checked in by 7:50 am (kayakers/SUP by 7:45 am, trailer driver by 7:30 am at James River HS parking lot
* 8:00 am - Safety Briefing and Announcements
* Swimmers may only go as far as the white (what used to be a dock!) 750 meters and return to start
* IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO MAKE THE EVENT AFTER SIGNING UP, PLEASE CANCEL ONLINE!

_** PLEASE REMEMBER TO SELECT "COMPLETE REGISTRATION" IN ORDER TO SUBMIT YOUR REGISTRATION. YOU WILL RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION EMAIL, IF YOU DON'T, PLEASE RESUBMIT. WE NEED TO HAVE AN ACCURATE HEAD COUNT FOR OUR WATER SAFETY CREW. THANKS! **_

1. Registration is for all active members ONLY. If you have not renewed your membership please go to https://www.richmondtriclub.com/join-or-renew memberships will be verified.

In order to maintain safety and social distancing guidelines: Each wave has a maximum of 20 swimmers

Each swimmer should seed themselves (fastest to slowest by wave)

Top of the Pack (fast swimmers) Wave 1 (8:05 am start)

Slow/Newbie (swimmers) Wave 2 (8:10 am start)

2. Every swimmer is required to sign the 2024 Waiver online

3. Every swimmer needs to SIGN-IN to the log book and list emergency contact persons name and phone number.

4. 8:00 am Safety briefing/announcements - all must be present

5. Swim Safety Buoys are required by ALL swimmers. They can be purchased online at Amazon. We have a limited number of Swim Safety Buoys and are first come first served. NO BUOY = NO SWIM

6. BRIGHT swim caps must be worn by all swimmers. We will have a limited number available in case you forget to bring one.

7. After the swimmer returns, they must SIGN OUT of the log book. The Race Directors will call the emergency contact if the swimmer does not log themselves out.

8. All participants (swimmers and volunteers) are encouraged to sign up for Rained Out text notifications https://www.rainedout.net/team_page.php?a=7a1a66c9d13367fce645

* We recommend getting there early, by no later than 7:50 am so that you get your swim buoy/wet suit set up, swim cap, etc. *

** We need 4 Volunteer Kayakers and 2 SUP's -- MUST BE AT LEAST 18 YEARS OF AGE. All will be provided with PFD's (personal flotation devices). Must be comfortable having someone hold on to the kayak/SUP front or backside. RTC membership not required but encouraged. Waiver form completion required.

BIKE RIDE:

Bike - Wheels rolling at 9:05 am the ride will leave the parking lot. This is a casual ride (no drop). There will be a sweeper rider at the end of the last group.

_* THIS IS NOT A CAR SUPPORTED RIDE (BRING YOUR HYDRATION, SPARE TUBE AND CO2 CARTRIDGE, AS WELL AS ANY OTHER TOOLS) AND YOUR CELL PHONE. *_

The 18.8 mile bike is on rural roads heading west toward 288 and Powhatan. Riders will make a left hand turn on Manakintown Ferry Rd. after the church. This very nice and lowly populated road has 2 gradual climbs. The hill climb on Manakintown is substantial (3 percent and is just under 1.7 miles in length. The elevation change is approximately 194 ft) and you will need to train for it or walk it. The midway point on the ride is a U-turn just before Page Rd. You fly back down then make a right turn back onto Robious Rd (Huguenot trail) and back to Robious Landing Park.

30mi: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/163443205

45mi: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/107971298

_PLEASE BE CONSIDERATE, IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO MAKE THE EVENT YOU MUST CANCEL YOUR REGISTRATION. TO DO THIS, ASK FOR A REFUND. THIS TO ALLOWS US TO ENSURE SAFETY PROCEDURES AND THE FOOD/DRINKS COUNT! THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION._