TRY to TRI
Saturday, April 27, 2024
Past event
4:30 PM CDT
Birmingham, Alabama
$27.50 · 1 race
Event summary
Join us for the inspiring "TRY to TRI" event on Saturday, April 27, 2024, in Birmingham, Jefferson, where inclusion and fun take center stage! This adaptive triathlon is designed to create a welcoming environment for athletes of all ages living with disabilities, whether intellectual, developmental, or physical. Participants can choose from three exciting race distances tailored to their experience level.
For beginners, the "Try-athlon" features a 25-yard swim, a 150-meter bike lap, and a 200-meter run. For those looking to challenge themselves a bit more, the "Try a little harder" option includes a 50-yard swim, a 300-meter bike, and a 400-meter run. Finally, experienced athletes can take on the full triathlon with a 100-yard swim, a 600-meter bike, and an 800-meter run (half a mile). If you don't have access to a bike, don’t worry—bikes will be available to ensure everyone can participate. Gather your gear and get ready for a day filled with camaraderie, achievement, and the thrill of competition!
For beginners, the "Try-athlon" features a 25-yard swim, a 150-meter bike lap, and a 200-meter run. For those looking to challenge themselves a bit more, the "Try a little harder" option includes a 50-yard swim, a 300-meter bike, and a 400-meter run. Finally, experienced athletes can take on the full triathlon with a 100-yard swim, a 600-meter bike, and an 800-meter run (half a mile). If you don't have access to a bike, don’t worry—bikes will be available to ensure everyone can participate. Gather your gear and get ready for a day filled with camaraderie, achievement, and the thrill of competition!
This event has taken place
Congratulations to everyone who took part. We're waiting on information about the next edition of this event.
Did you race? Let the community know how you got on and leave a review.
Add your review
Reviews
Done this event?
First-hand event reviews from people who have been there, done that and got the breathable T-shirt, really help everyone choose their next event.
Races
-
TRY to TRI
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed4:30 PM CDT
$27.50
Organiser's description
ADAPTIVE TRIATHLON
Our goal is to put together an inclusive triathlon experience for everyone for children or adults living with a disability, intellectual, developmental, or physical included. This year we are offering 3 different levels/ distances for athletes to choose from. If you do not have a bike please let us know and we will have bikes available.
1. Try-athlon- for athletes totally new to the sport and want to give it a try.
* 25 yard swim
* 1 lap bike (150 meters)
* 1 lap run (200 meters)
2. "Try a little harder"- for athletes who are a little more familiar with the sport.
* 50 yard swim
* 2 lap bike (300 meters)
* 2 lap run (400 meters)
3. Triathlon- For experienced athletes in swim, bike, run.
* 100 yard swim
* 4 lap bike (600 meters)
* 4 lap run (800 meters/ half a mile)
WHAT TO BRING-
SWIM
* Towel
* Goggles
* Life Jacket/other swimming aid (if needed)
* Swim Diaper (if needed)
BIKE/ RUN
* Bike
* Helmet
* Closed toe shoes (required)
* Dry clothes
* Water bottle
Our goal is to put together an inclusive triathlon experience for everyone for children or adults living with a disability, intellectual, developmental, or physical included. This year we are offering 3 different levels/ distances for athletes to choose from. If you do not have a bike please let us know and we will have bikes available.
1. Try-athlon- for athletes totally new to the sport and want to give it a try.
* 25 yard swim
* 1 lap bike (150 meters)
* 1 lap run (200 meters)
2. "Try a little harder"- for athletes who are a little more familiar with the sport.
* 50 yard swim
* 2 lap bike (300 meters)
* 2 lap run (400 meters)
3. Triathlon- For experienced athletes in swim, bike, run.
* 100 yard swim
* 4 lap bike (600 meters)
* 4 lap run (800 meters/ half a mile)
WHAT TO BRING-
SWIM
* Towel
* Goggles
* Life Jacket/other swimming aid (if needed)
* Swim Diaper (if needed)
BIKE/ RUN
* Bike
* Helmet
* Closed toe shoes (required)
* Dry clothes
* Water bottle
Location
Lakeshore Foundation, 4000 Ridgeway Drive, Birmingham, 35209, AL, United States
TRY to TRI
Event data
This event was added by Find a Race. Race Director? Get in touch.