Merrill Ranch Triathlon
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Event Overview
The Merrill Ranch Triathlon is a multisport event taking place at Merrill Ranch in Florence, Arizona. It features multiple race formats: a triathlon, an aquabike, and a duathlon, with separate categories for adults, youth, and relay teams.
Distances and Formats
The event offers several race formats:
- Adult Triathlon: A 400m pool swim, a 12-mile bike ride, and a 3-mile run.
- Aquabike: A 400m pool swim followed by a 12-mile bike ride.
- Duathlon: A 3-mile run, a 12-mile bike ride, and a final 1.5-mile run.
- Youth Triathlon: A 200m pool swim, a 6-mile bike ride, and a 1.5-mile run. The adult and youth triathlons are also available as relay team events.
Course Details
The swim takes place in an 8-lane pool, with athletes starting one at a time. The bike course uses a designated lane separated from vehicular traffic; the adult triathlon bike leg consists of two 6-mile loops. The run course for the adult triathlon consists of two loops around Anthem Community Park. The event is sanctioned by USA Triathlon (USAT).
Participant Information
All participants receive a finisher medal. Post-race refreshments are provided. A race long-sleeve hoodie is included in registration, though participants can opt out for a discount. Awards are given to the top three overall male and female finishers in the adult triathlon, as well as the top three in various age groups and categories (including Clydesdale, Athena, duathlon, aquabike, and relay). Youth awards are given to the top three overall boys and girls. Packet and timing chip pickup is available the day before and on race morning at the Anthem Merrill Ranch Parkside Community Center. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
