Lake Lou Yaeger Triathlon

Lake Lou Yaeger Triathlon : Litchfield, Illinois

The Lake Lou Yaeger Triathlon is a USAT-sanctioned multisport event held at Milnot Beach on Lake Lou Yaeger in Litchfield, Illinois on Sunday, May 23, 2027. The event offers multiple race formats with a beach swim start, a bike course on largely flat country roads, and a run course that winds through campsites and around the lake.

Race distances and options include:

• Sprint Triathlon: 750 meter swim / 11.5 mile bike / 3.1 mile run
• Sprint Aquabike: 750 meter swim / 11.5 mile bike
• High School Sprint: 750 meter swim / 11.5 mile bike / 3.1 mile run
• Sprint Relay: 750 meter swim / 11.5 mile bike / 3.1 mile run
• Olympic Triathlon: 1 mile swim / 24 mile bike / 6.2 mile run
• Olympic Aquabike: 1 mile swim / 24 mile bike
• Olympic Relay: 1 mile swim / 24 mile bike / 6.2 mile run

Packet pickup is scheduled the day before the race at Milnot Beach; athletes must present photo ID and may not pick up another participant’s packet unless on the same relay team. Race packets include a wristband for transition access, a timing chip, bike and helmet stickers, and a race bib. Wetsuit rules follow water temperature thresholds and USAT membership or a single-event membership is required. On-course support includes water and electrolyte drink on the run, a bike mechanic in transition, SAG vehicle assistance, and medical staff. Awards are given to top overall, age-group, and relay finishers, and finishers receive a race shirt, swim cap, and finisher medal. A post-race festival offers food, drinks, music, and vendor booths. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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