Winterlude Triathlon
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About the Event
The Winterlude Triathlon is a winter triathlon held in Ottawa as part of the Winterlude Festival. The event has been running since 1984. It is a mass-start race. The exact course is subject to change based on weather conditions.
Course
The event combines three winter sports in one race:
- 8 km skating on the Rideau Canal.
- 5 km running from Dow's Lake to the Terry Fox Athletic Facility.
- 6 km cross-country skiing at Mooney's Bay, finishing at the Terry Fox Athletic Facility. Participants may use classic or skate-ski technique for the skiing portion.
Logistics
On race day, participants set up their ski equipment at Mooney's Bay in the early morning, then take shuttle buses with their skates to the Rideau Canal for the start. There are two different start waves. The finish is at the Terry Fox Athletic Facility. Detailed course maps are available online.
Included with Registration
Registration includes a personalized race bib, professional timing, on-course nutrition, post-race snacks, post-race hot chocolate, and race photography. Podium prizes are awarded to the top three male, female, and non-binary athletes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
