The Ice Breaker Triathlon
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The Ice Breaker Triathlon
The Ice Breaker Triathlon takes place at Granite Beach within the Folsom Lake State Recreation Area in Granite Bay, California. The event features multiple multisport formats that utilize the waters and shoreline of Folsom Lake. Athletes can choose from the following distances and categories:
- ICE Breaker Triathlon: 0.5 mile swim, 10 mile bike, and 4 mile run.
- ICE Breaker Dash: 400 yard swim, 5 mile bike, and 2 mile run.
- ICE Breaker Aquabike: 0.5 mile swim and 10 mile bike.
- ICE Breaker Swim: 0.5 mile open water swim.
The swim portion for all triathlon and aquabike events is held in Folsom Lake. The run courses are set along the shoreline of the lake. The ICE Breaker Dash is a super sprint course designed for first-time participants. Relay teams are also permitted for the main triathlon distance, consisting of one swimmer, one cyclist, and one runner.
Participants receive several items including a swim cap, a pair of event-specific socks, and a finisher hat. A hot post-race meal is provided to all athletes after the competition. Packet pick-up is available at the race site on the morning of the event. All activities proceed regardless of weather conditions as the event is held rain or shine. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
