Lake Metroparks Pirate Triathlon

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Swim 500 meters in Lake Erie. Start in water. Depth of water approximately 6 feet. Wet suits are permitted. No flotation devices. Lifeguards are on duty. For safety reasons, tired swimmers may stop, touch bottom (if able) and resume swimming when ready. or Kayak in Lake Erie. Start on the beach west of the swim course. Paddle north 100 meters, then east parallel to the swim course. Turn around and return to the beach at the same location they departed from. Course is approximately two kilometers. Bike 20 kilometers (12.4 miles) out and back on route of paved roads. Start from Fairport Beach, travel east through Painesville Township and return on same roads. Bicycle helmets required! Route marked with directional arrows on roads. Local law enforcement will attempt to hold traffic at all intersections, however, racers should adhere to traffic laws and race cautiously. There are six railroad crossings; cross with caution. Run 5 kilometers (3.1 miles) (3.1 miles) on paved roads marked with directional arrows. Run with traffic. Always look both ways when crossing intersections and making turns. Entire course is within Fairport Village limits. Traffic will be controlled at critical intersections.
Date:  2024-07-21
Distance:  500 Meter Swim Or 2K Kayak, 20K Bike, 5K Run
City:  Fairport Harbor
Registration Cost:  $30, $40, $50
State:  Ohio
Hosted By:  Lake Metroparks
Pros
  • Fast Mostly Flat Bike And Run Courses
  • Awesome Shirts And Finisher Medals
  • Well Organized
  • Lots Of Award Divisions
Cons
  • Lake Erie Can Be Unpredictable
  • No Awards For 2nd And 3rd Place Overall
  • First Place Overall Received Overall And Age Division Awards. (Should be just one award per person)

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Summary

The Pirate Triathlon is one of my favorite races of the year! Compete as a swimmer or paddler! The bike and run courses are mostly flat and fast. The race is well organized with great shirts and finisher medals. I highly recommend this race!
Posted Sep 06, 2024
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