2016 Gravenhurst Pre-Race Information
Thank you for registering to race with us at the Gravenhurst Triathlon!
We are very excited about our partnership with Recharge With Milk and the Recharge With Milk Triathlon Series! Look for the Recharge with Milk Team at the finish line for your sample of chocolate milk to help you Rehydrate, Refuel and Recharge after your race. Chocolate milk delivers an ideal mix of fluids to rehydrate, carbs to refuel and protein to recharge your body the wholesome way. Chocolate milk, the original recovery drink.
Local Presenting Sponsors
We would like to thank our Local Presenting Sponsors IDA Gravenhurst & Ontario Trysport for their support. Please visit them on race day near the Recharge Zone.
Trysport will be at the Gravenhurst Triathlon both Saturday and Sunday.
We will have wetsuits for rent, plus many of your race essentials in case you have forgotten anything. If you are planning to rent a wetsuit it is advised that you let us know in advance so that we are sure to bring a suit in your size. Email me at david@ontariotrysport.com, or text me at 705-774-8179. We will have race belts, spare helmets, nutrition, goggles, Body Glide, Mechanical assistance, tubes and tires.
Also – if you are not able to make it out to the Recharge with Milk Wasaga Beach Triathon, check out the Bobby Orr Hall of Fame Triathlon on August 28th, in beautiful Parry Sound.
Have a great race and see you on the course!
– David, Marianne, Marek, Lynsey and Morgan Bialkowski.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR GRAVENHURST DUATHLETES
Gravenhurst will play host to the following Triathlon Ontario Initiatives:
- ITU Qualifier for Standard Duathlon (Saturday) #penticton2017 #tricanQ
- Provincial Duathlon Championships both Saturday and Sunday
- Du the Double Challenge
Note: in order to be eligible you must be a Full Triathlon Ontario Member in advance of race weekend. Race Day memberships are not considered full memberships.
For a full explanation of these exciting opportunities please read this post
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Recharge With Milk Racer of the Day
Congratulations to Jessica Keupfer and Jen Knowles on being the Gravenhurst Racers of the Day! They each have won a free race entry, Chocolate Milk for a month and a Recharge With Milk Swag Bag!
Find the details on how you may BECOME THE RACER OF THE DAY!
Important Race Day Information
Please tell your friends that there will be Duathlon & Give-It-A-Tri race day registration only. The Sprint and Olympic Triathlons remain Sold Out!
*See details on our events pricing page.
Bike Security
In order to ensure bike security every participant arriving to race site will be stopped as they are initially entering transition and they will receive two (2) bracelets. The first bracelet will be placed on the participant’s wrist and the second bracelet will be put on the participant’s bike. The two bracelets have matching numbers and in order to leave transition after the race is complete the participant must have both bracelets with the same matching number. You will be asked to show your bracelet on your wrist every time you enter transition.
Weather Forecast
Water Quality
Water Quality is Excellent. We are the only race series to have a Water Quality Guarantee. The Water Quality Guarantee Page has all the details.
Race Day Registration Process
In an effort to make your day go a little smoother we have put together a short video clip which highlights the process on race day. You can also read the Race Day Guide, Racking By BIB Number and Race Rules & Etiquette Guide, all of which can be found in our Athlete Resource Section of our website.
Racking by BIB number
Bikes are racked by BIB Number. The BIB numbers are assigned by age and gender so for most athletes that means you will be racked with people in your age group and gender. If you are new to our races, please read the section in our Athlete Resource Library on Racking Your Bike
Race Photography
Free Race Day Photos is just one of the many perks you get with racing with us and we believe this is the most memorable and meaningful keepsake of your race experience. You’ll be able to print the photos, frame them, share them on social media, use them on your websites, make a poster of yourself, keychains, or whatever you desire.
By utilizing Zoomphoto, MultiSport Canada is providing you with a platform to easily find your photos (by BIB or Last Name) and then download them with a custom overlay with your finish time if you so choose. Check the Zoomphoto Page after the race!
Volunteers
There can never be enough volunteers so please consider helping out on race day. Just drop by the Volunteer tent and we will be happy to find you a spot with our volunteer team. If you would like to check-out the volunteer opportunities, please visit our Volunteer page.
Race Day Guide
The Race Day Guide has plenty of information and tips as to what you can expect on day. Please give it a read, especially if you are new to the sport.
Race Rules and Etiquette
Our Race Rules and Etiquette Guide has all sorts of information including wetsuit or no-wetsuit swims, bike etiquette, course nutrition and rules. It can also be found in our Athlete Resource Library.
Race Specific Information
*click on your race to see your day’s schedule as well as your race’s swim wave starts in the links below.
Saturday, July 16th, 2016
Sunday, July 17th, 2016
Give-It-A-Tri – 400m Swim – 10km Bike – 2.5km Run
Give-It-A-Tri Swim/Bike – 400m Swim – 10km Bike
Sprint Duathlon – 5km Run – 20km Bike – 2.5km Run
Sprint Triathlon – 750m Swim – 20km Bike – 5km Run
Parking
Parking is on the right hand side after you turn onto Steamship Bay Road. (See “Getting There”). Please look for the MSC Parking signs and parking marshals. Once you have parked your car there is approximately a 200m walk back to the race site. If this lot is full, there is other parking available in the area. Please check the Suggested Parking Map PLEASE PARK IN DESIGNATED AREAS ONLY
Getting There
- HWY 400 North to Barrie
- Continue North on HWY 11 towards Orillia
- Continue North on HWY 11 to Gravenhurst
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Exit on Muskoka Rd 169/Bethune Drive at the south end of Gravenhurst
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Once off Hwy 11 and before the 1st Traffic Lights, Turn Right (North) on Bethune Drive
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Travel 2km North on Bethune Drive to Brock St/Rd 169
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Turn LEFT (West) on Brock St (signs for Highway 169 N)
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Travel 750m WEST on Brock/Bay St
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Turn RIGHT (North) at Wanda Miller Rd to stay on Bay St
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Travel 100m North on Bay St.
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Turn LEFT (West) on Bay St/Road 169
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Travel along Bay St/Road 169 you will see the race site on your Left.
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Continue PAST the race site for 300m and turn Right (North) at the traffic lights at Steamship Bay Rd
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Parking is on the right hand side after you turn onto Steamship Bay Road. Please look for the MSC Parking signs in the area
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Be sure Obey ALL Parking Signs in the various lots as some spaces are reserved for vehicles with trailers.
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Once you have parked your car there is approximately a 250m walk back to the race site.
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On Site Sponsors
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- Chocolate Milk in the Recharge Zone
- Pretzels
- Bananas
- Oranges
- Pop
- Water
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Please Support our Sponsors
We extend our thanks to each and every sponsor. Race entry fees never cover the complete cost of a particular race or series of races and without the sponsors there is no race or race series that would survive without their support. We hope that you all take a moment to check out our Series Sponsors below or visit the sponsors page and see what they do and look at the products they sell. Please thank them for supporting the sports of Triathlon and Duathlon by trying and using their products. If you do visit them please take a moment to thank them for supporting Triathlon, Duathlon and Kids races in Ontario.[hr ]
Title Sponsor
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Presenting Sponsor
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Series Sponsors
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Local Presenting Race Sponsors
Welland | Gravenhurst |
Belwood | Gravenhurst & Bracebridge |
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Silver Level Sponsors
Nutrition Bar | Official Headwear | Bike Trainer Sponsor | Recovery Sponsor |
Official Bike Box | Race Wheels |
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Retail Sponsors
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Accommodation Sponsors
Gravenhurst | Woodstock Lakeside |
Welland | Toronto | Welland |