Chattahoochee Challenge Sprint Triathlon and Duathlon
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Chattahoochee Challenge Sprint Triathlon and Duathlon
The event in Columbus, GA is a multi-discipline race with triathlon, duathlon, floatie, and relay options held at 801 Front Ave and along the Chattahoochee River and Columbus Riverwalk. Packet pick-up is available at Brickyard Bike Co and at the transition area; t-shirts are not guaranteed for those who register on race week or race day.
Distances and formats include:
- Sprint Triathlon: 500 m swim, 12 mile bike, 5k run
- Duathlon: 1 mile run, 12 mile bike, 3.2 mile run
- Floatie Division: 500 m float swim, 12 mile bike, 5k run Relay teams are offered for both triathlon and duathlon formats.
The swim is a 500 m downstream section with a time trial start; athletes may begin via a supervised water slide or use steps to enter the water after crossing the timing mat. River depths are approximately 4 to 6 ft, becoming shallower near shore. The bike course begins and ends on the Columbus Riverwalk. The run is a flat, single-loop 3.1 mile course with an aid station roughly 200 yards out of transition, which is passed twice.
Awards are given by male and female categories with age groups from under 14 then five-year increments up to 70 plus, plus top overall and relay awards. Participants receive a medal and a t-shirt, and triathletes are provided a swim cap. Race management may alter or cancel course elements for hazardous weather; refunds are not offered under normal circumstances. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
