Mattoon Last Chance Triathlon
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Last Chance Tri at the Mattoon YMCA
The Last Chance Tri is a pool-based triathlon held at the Mattoon Area Family YMCA with bike and run segments that also start and finish at the Y. The race uses an indoor pool for the swim portion.
The event includes these segments:
- 275 yards indoor pool swim
- 12 miles bike ride
- 3.1 miles run
Participants may register as an individual or as a team of two or three. Individual entry and team entry fees are listed, with higher fees for race day registration. Participants who register by September 8 are guaranteed a tech shirt.
Age divisions are offered for individuals: 15 and under, 16–22, 23–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, and 70 and over. Awards are presented to overall male and female finishers and to the top three in each gender and age group.
Safety and race governance notes: helmets are required for the bike segment. The race is not USAT sanctioned, but USAT rules will be used as a guideline. Packet pickup, a new triathlete orientation, and a pre-race meeting are scheduled on race day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
