RTC Labor Day September 7, 2026 - Swim/Ride/Social

  • Date Mon 7th September 2026
  • Time 7:15AM EDT
  • Location Midlothian, Virginia
  • Price Free
  • Races 12 races
  • Distances 1 Mile

Event summary

Join us for an exciting day of fitness and fun at the RTC Labor Day Swim/Ride/Social event on September 7, 2026, in beautiful Midlothian, Chesterfield! Kicking off at 8:00 AM at Robious Landing Park, participants will enjoy a refreshing open water swim followed by a scenic bike ride. The swim, lasting from 7:50 AM to 9:00 AM, will cover a distance of 750 meters, ensuring a perfect challenge for swimmers of all levels. Then, at 9:05 AM, cyclists can choose between a casual 18.8-mile ride through picturesque rural roads, featuring some thrilling climbs, or opt for longer distances of 30 and 45 miles.

After working up an appetite, everyone is invited back to the park around 10:00 AM for a delicious brunch provided by the club. This event is open to RTC members and their families, offering a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow fitness enthusiasts. Don't forget to RSVP to help us prepare for food and drinks! Whether you're swimming, biking, or just enjoying the social atmosphere, the RTC Labor Day event promises a memorable day of camaraderie and outdoor activity. Mark your calendars and get ready for a

Organiser's Description

Join fellow RTC members as we celebrate Labor Day on September 7 with a Swim-Bike-Social event at Robious Landing Park!

The fun will begin at 8:00 AM with a supported river swim, followed by an out & back ride at 9:05 am, then returning to the park for food (around 10:00 am). 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 7:55 am
* Bike 9:00 am - 10:30 am _* SCROLL DOWN FOR MORE DETAILS_
* Brunch 10:00 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)
* 7:55 am - Safety Briefing and Announcements
* Swimmers may only go as far as the white 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. If you have not renewed your membership please go to https://www.richmondtriclub.com/join-or-renew memberships will be verified.

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

3. 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 serve. NO BUOY = NO SWIM

4. BRIGHT swim caps must be worn by all swimmers. We will have a limited number available in case you forget to bring one as well as our RTC caps for sale.

5. After the swimmers 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.

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

7. Please consider giving back to our program by volunteering at least monthly either by signing up to kayak, SUP, or as a swim angel! We also have a volunteer reward program called RTC TRI-STARS. Read more about it here: RTC TRI-STARS [https://runsignup.com/MemberOrg/RichmondTriClub/Page/TRISTARSVOLUNTEERPROGRAM]. You are also welcome to sign up a volunteer kayaker in your place. Must be 18 years or older and comfortable kayaking with swimmers holding on to front and back of the kayak. RTC provides kayaks, paddles, PFDs, and a lifeguard tube.

** We need 4 Volunteer Kayakers and 2 SUP's -- must be at least 18 years of age.

BIKE RIDE:

Bike - Wheels rolling at 9:05 am. This is a casual ride. There will be a sweeper rider.

_* THIS IS NOT A CAR SUPPORTED RIDE. BRING YOUR HYDRATION, SPARE TUBE, CO2 CARTRIDGE, 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._

Races

  • Event Lead

    Mon 7th September 2026 (7:15AM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
    The Event Lead is responsible for: * Guiding the set up crew with the tent, games, tables, coolers, trash/recycling, etc. * Checking in all swimmers and volunteer kayakers/SUP * Giving the Safety Briefing for the Swim and the Bike * Coordinating the Lead bike and the Sweep - No drop, Unsupported ride * Food and beverages with Social Committee * Clean up/tear down *Leave No Trace!*
  • Trailer Driver

    Mon 7th September 2026 (7:15AM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
    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 in trailer to borrow if needed) and will follow to the kayak/SUP unloading area. Earn Tri-Stars - Be sure to register for the Tri-Stars Program on our website
  • Event Crew (Set Up/Tear Down)

    Mon 7th September 2026 (7:15AM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
    Help set up the tent, layout tables/table cloths, cuttlery, food, coolers, trash bags and recycle box, clean up, and return everything afterwards to the trailer. Earn Tri-Stars - Be sure to register to the Tri-Stars Program
  • Kayak

    Mon 7th September 2026 (7:45AM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
    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 provided 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
  • Kayaker With Own Kayak

    Mon 7th September 2026 (7:45AM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
  • Sup

    Mon 7th September 2026 (7:45AM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
    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
  • Swim Only

    Mon 7th September 2026 (8:05AM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
    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
  • Swim & Social Only

    Mon 7th September 2026 (8:05AM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
  • Bike Only

    Mon 7th September 2026 (9:10AM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
  • Bike & Social

    Mon 7th September 2026 (9:05AM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
  • Social Only - Starts After the Bike Ride

    Mon 7th September 2026 (10:00AM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
    Social will start at 10:00 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.
  • Swim & Bike & Social

    Mon 7th September 2026 (8:05AM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED

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