Brickyard Sprint Triathlon and Duathlon
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Brickyard Sprint Triathlon and Duathlon - Columbus, GA
The event offers sprint triathlon and duathlon formats near 801 Front Ave in Columbus, Georgia. Race formats include a short downstream swim, a road bike out-and-back, and a single-loop run on a flat course.
Distances and formats:
- Triathlon: 500 m swim, bike leg, 5 km run.
- Duathlon: 1 mile run, bike leg, 3.2 mile run.
Swim details note a 500 m downstream course with river depths around 4 to 6 feet near the center and shallower water nearer the shore. Slide entries into the water must be feet first; an alternate step entry is allowed once the athlete crosses the timing mat. The swim start is conducted in a time-trial format with athletes starting individually.
The bike course begins and ends on Brickyard Road and is described as an out-and-back, fast and flat road route. The run is a flat, one-loop course with an aid station located roughly 200 yards from transition that athletes pass twice.
Awards are given by male/female age categories, with overall and relay awards for top finishers. Each participant receives a medal and a t-shirt; triathletes receive a swim cap. The organizer may modify or cancel course elements for hazardous weather. Refunds are not offered; deferrals may be considered with supporting documentation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
