North East Triathlon
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North East Triathlon
The North East Triathlon is held in North East, Maryland and includes Olympic and Sprint triathlon distances plus relay and aquabike options. Swim exits are at the race site on the Chesapeake Bay and bike routes pass through Cecil County and Elk Neck State Forest.
- Olympic Triathlon: 1.5K swim, 25.4 mile bike, 10K run
- Olympic Aquabike: 1.5K swim, 25.4 mile bike
- Sprint Triathlon: 750 meter swim, 11 mile bike, 5K run
- Sprint Aquabike: 750 meter swim, 11 mile bike
The swim courses start in the water and follow a rectangular perimeter with yellow turn buoys and orange sighting buoys every 75 meters; athletes exit via swim ladders. Water temperatures in August are typically expected in the mid to upper 70s and an official reading is posted before the event.
Bike routes use well paved, rural roads with low traffic, and are described as hilly and technical in places while offering long straight sections and scenic views. The Olympic bike route records roughly 1300 feet of elevation; the sprint route roughly 513 feet.
Run courses are rolling out and back segments on the shoulder of the main road south of town, on paved surfaces with limited shade. Aid is provided on the run with ice water and Gatorade approximately every mile.
The event is USA Triathlon sanctioned. Race categories include Overall, Masters, Age Group, Aquabike, Military, Clydesdale, Athena and Relay Teams. Packet pickup is available at North East Community Park, 219 W Walnut St, North East MD 21901 on the days before and the morning of the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
