Parks and Recreation Hosts 6th Annual Triathlon

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Durango, CO – The 6th Annual Durango Parks and Recreation Triathlon kicks-off from the Durango Community Recreation Center on Saturday, August 1st at 8:00 a.m.  By incorporating sprint triathlon distances, Durango Parks and Recreation created a practical race for the beginner triathlete as well as the seasoned veteran, looking to complete a competitive training course.  The race begins and ends at the Durango Community Recreation Center.  The course includes a 500-yard swim in the lap pool, a 13-mile bike ride, and a 5K (3.1 miles) run. 

Durango Parks and Recreation Triathlon will include chip timing in order to provide participants with accurate finish and split times.  Each participant will also receive a unique and quality running hat.

All racers may pick up their packets at the Durango Community Recreation Center on Friday, July 31 between 4:30 and 8:00 p.m.  Heat sheets for the swim will be posted at packet pick-up.  All racers must also check in prior to the race on Saturday, August 1 in the Aquatics Area at the Durango Community Recreation Center. The first heat begins at 8:00 a.m.  All racers are required to wear a helmet during the bike ride.  Closed toe shoes are also required for the bike ride and run. Course maps are available at the Durango Community Recreation Center.  Racers may participant individually or as a team. 

Following the race, participants and their families will gather at the Durango Community Recreation Center Amphitheater for a barbeque with friends and family and share in the success of the day.  As participants enjoy the barbeque lunch and post-race refreshments, awards will be presented.  Friends and family may partake in the barbeque for a nominal $5.00 fee. 

Register at the Durango Community Recreation Center or online at www.active.com by Thursday, July 30 at 12:00 noon.  Early registration ends Sunday, July 26th at 6:00 p.m.  The cost is $45 for individuals and $90 for a team.  Individual late registrants will pay an additional $15 late fee, while teams will pay an additional $25 late fee.  No registrations will be accepted after Thursday, July 30 at 12:00 noon.  

For more information, contact Ann Cramer at 375-7313 or via email at [email protected].

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