Smithfield Sprint Triathlon
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Smithfield Sprint Triathlon
The Smithfield Sprint Triathlon in Smithfield, Virginia is hosted at the Luter Family YMCA and includes pool swim, bike, and run options with a separate Aquabike division.
Event distances:
- Triathlon: 300 m swim (pool), 10 mile bike, 5K run
- Aquabike: 300 m swim (pool), 10 mile bike
Swim details: the 300 meter swim is in the YMCA’s indoor 6-lane, 25 meter pool. Athletes start individually in a self-seeded time trial format, swim across lanes in a “snake” pattern, and pass under the lane line before continuing. A gear drop is available near the pool entrance and the transition area is located in the parking lot outside the facility.
Bike course: the 10 mile road course heads west from Smithfield on generally flat pavement with three turns and a notable 120 degree left uphill turn near mile 3.9. The route is described as scenic and suitable for steady road pacing.
Run course: the out-and-back 5K leaves east from transition through local neighborhoods and Windsor Castle Park, passing woodland trails, a boat launch, a fishing pier, and the historic Windsor Castle manor house. Water is provided at the start and at the mid-point of the run.
Additional information: the race is USA Triathlon sanctioned. Categories include age group, overall, masters, aquabike, military, Clydesdale, Athena, and relays. Participants receive a race shirt, socks, finisher’s medal, and post-race food. Packet pickup requires photo ID. Race registrations are non-refundable; insurance and deferral options are noted by the organizer. Volunteers support race operations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
