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2024 Marshalton Triathlon

Join us October 6, 2024!

RULES AND INFO

  • There is race day registration at the Firehouse on Saturday and Sunday morning..
  • Plan to arrive at least one hour prior to your race heat time to park and check in. Park only in designated areas specifically marked for the event.
  • Your race packet may be picked up at the West Bradford Firehouse (1305 W Strasburg Rd, West Chester, PA 19382-1631) on Saturday between 10am-2pm and day of the event starting at 7:00 am.
  • Approved bicycle helmets are mandatory for the race. They must be ANSI, SNELL or CPSC (Consumer Product Safety Commission) certified.
  • Canoe cost is included in your registration, however you will need to bring a bike (and proper helmet) or rent one AHEAD of time! You can rent bikes through Low Riders
  • Participants with underage children will be disqualified from participating.
  • No bike trailers, tag-along bikes, children seats or side saddlebags are allowed.
  • When biking, stay on the right side of the road at all times. The race course has contestants riding the roads heading both directions; right-of-way goes to person in front.
  • At the canoe launch site, before entering the canoe, place your bike in the area marked with your heat number.
  • Two-man rental canoes are provided by Northbrook Canoe Company for all recreational racers. No PRO canoes allowed.
  • Enter the water only after both partners are present.
  • During the paddle race, the canoe in front has the right of way.
  • At the end of the race, beach your canoe in the marked area.
  • When power walking or pacing, one foot must be in contact with the ground at all times. You will be disqualified for running!
  • You are permitted to run with your bike, during the biking part of the race.
  • Your time will be recorded when you cross the official race line in front of the West Bradford Firehouse. An impartial Race Judging Committee will mediate disputes.
  • All food and beverages are provided at the event by the Triathlon’s official vendors located at the race site outside the Four Dogs Tavern and in front of the Firehouse. Personal picnics, food and beverages are not permitted at the event.
  • Proof of age and personal ID is required for the purchase of alcohol.
  • Bike inspections will not be provided on the day of the event. Each entrant is responsible for ensuring that their bike is mechanically safe. The West Bradford Fire Company and the Marshalton Triathlon Festival, Inc. are not responsible for any damages or injuries resulting from improper or unsafe bicycles.
  • All participants and spectators are expected to behave with proper decorum and show good sportsmanship. Abuse of race officials will not be tolerated and may result in suspension from future events.
  • Single participants must find a canoe partner. If no partner is found, participants will need to wait at the canoe portion until another single participant comes through to be paired with. The event organizers do not pair participants.
  • E-Bikes and Tandem Bikes are welcome. There will be awards for the Top 3 finishers in the E-Bike and Tandem Bike categories.

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