Ideal Beach Triathlon
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Ideal Beach Triathlon : Elkhart, IN, June 26, 2027
The event features multiple triathlon options at Heaton Lake with a sandy beach swim entry and shared finish line for adults and children. The sprint courses use a marked swim with two right turns at large orange buoys and a short run across sand to the transition area. The bike loop runs along the Indiana-Michigan state line and is described as flat and fast. The sprint run follows the lakeshore, crosses a toll-road overpass, and passes through an industrial park to a turnaround before returning.
Distances:
- Sprint Triathlon (Individual and Relay): Swim 400 yards, Bike 12 miles, Run 3.1 miles
- Kids Competitive (ages 6 to 14): Swim 25 yards, Bike 0.75 mile, Run 0.5 mile
- Kids Non-Competitive (ages 6 to 12): Swim 25 yards, Bike 0.75 mile, Run 0.5 mile
Kids competitive entrants must swim 25 yards unassisted and ride a bike without training wheels. Competitive kids use timing chips and are body marked; non-competitive kids may use personal flotation devices and receive a swim cap. Lifeguards, course monitors, and volunteers will support the kids courses. Team relay entries divide the sprint legs among teammates so each member completes one discipline. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
