Sunset Lake Triathlon #

Come join us as we bring back a classic race to Sunset Lake.  This race was a staple of the South Jersey triathlon scene for many years.  Maybe you participated in this event in the past or if you maybe you always wanted to but didn't get a chance. Either way you won't want to miss out on this race.  The swim and run portions of this event take place in and around Bridgeton Park and the Cohanzick Zoo.  The bike portion takes place on scenic country roads. 
**Not a triathlete but enjoy cycling? This event has a bike only option**
This event is part of the DQ Events Grand Prix and DQ Events Club Challenge. You are scored for an overall placement, an age group placement, and for finishing the event. At the end of the series there will be prizes for free entries into 2024 and more! Kayak and Non-Multisport events do not gain points.To be scored in the Grand Prix all you have to do is place in the Overall, Age Group, or finish the race!To be scored in the Club Challenge you need to select your club during registration and then place in Overall, Age Group, or finish the race!Please click the links above to learn more.
 
DISTANCES
Triathlon Distances
Sprint: 1/4 Mile Swim , 15 mile Bike, & 5k run
Olympic: 1500 Meter Swim, 25 Mile Bike & 10k  Run (2 Loops) 
Duathlon Distances2 mile Run, 15 Mile Bike, & 5k Run
Aquabike Distances1/4 mile Swim & 15 mile Bike
Swim/Run Distances
1/4 mile Swim & 5k Run
Bike Only 
30 miles (2 loops) 
AWARDSNo double-dipping or duplicate awards, awards may vary based on event, category, attendance, etc.
Triathlon Awards & DivisionsOverall: Top 3 Male & Female Overall Individuals
Age Group*: Top 3 Male & Female Individuals in the Age Group Division14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 & Over
Clydesdale* & Athena*: Top 3 Male(220+ lbs) & Female(165+ lbs) Individuals in the Clydesdale/Athena Division
PC/ID Open*: Top 1 Male & Female Individual in the Physically Challenged/Intellectual Disability Open Division* You can either compete in the Age Group, Clydesdale/Athena, or PC/ID Open division.
Overall Non-Binary: Top 1 Non-Binary Overall Individual
Relay Teams: Top 1 Male, Female, & Co-Ed Team
Duathlon Awards & DivisionsOverall: Top 3 Male & Female Overall Individuals
Age Group*: Top 3 Male & Female Individuals in the Age Group Division14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 & Over**
If there are less than 50 registrants as of June 22, age groups will be in 10-year increments
Clydesdale* & Athena*: Top 3 Male(220+ lbs) & Female(165+ lbs) Individuals in the Clydesdale/Athena Division
PC/ID Open*: Top 1 Male & Female Individual in the Physically Challenged/Intellectual Disability Open Division* You can either compete in the Age Group, Clydesdale/Athena, or PC/ID Open division.
Overall Non-Binary: Top 1 Non-Binary Overall Individual
Relay Teams: Top 1 Male, Female, & Co-Ed Team
Aquabike AwardsOverall: Top 5 Male & Female Overall Individual
 
USAT INFORMATION
This is a USAT Sanctioned event. All participants must have an active USAT Membership that has not expired before the conclusion of the event and must follow all USAT rules and guidelines.
Membership Types (click for more information)
Bronze: One Day MembershipSilver: Annual Membership w/ BenefitsGold: Annual Membership w/ Expanded BenefitsPlatinum: Annual Membership w/ Premium Benefits
Common Rules and Information
ALL athletes are required to show photo ID. NO ID, NO RACE, NO EXCEPTIONS!Youth (17 and under) athletes without an ID must be accompanied by a parent/guardian with a photo IDAnnual members are required to bring their membership card every time they compete in a USAT Sanctioned event.You can download and print out a temporary membership card: https://membership.usatriathlon.org/Member/ViewMemberCardAthletes may only pick up their own packets. Under no circumstances may an athlete pick up a packet for another person.No drafting: a maximum of 15 seconds will be allowed to complete a pass through the draft zone of another athleteHeadphones are prohibitedNo riding in transition at any timeHelmets/Chin straps must be worn securely fastened at all times while in possession of your bike. This means before, during, and after the event. This also means from the time you remove your bike from the rack at the start of the bike leg, until after you have placed your bike on the rack at the finish of the bike leg.Verbal or physical abuse of others is not acceptable or tolerated. Participants shall refrain from unsportsmanlike conduct at all times while at the event and during competition, including the use of abusive language; violent acts; intentional misconduct; or any intimidating behavior directed toward, including but not limited to participants, officials, event staff, volunteers and spectators.