Pre-Race Report Gravenhurst
Thank you for registering to race with us in Gravenhurst!
Local Presenting Sponsor
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We would like to thank our Local Presenting Sponsor Aboslute Endurance for their support. Please visit them on race day in the Recharge Zone. Please also visit their website for details on their products, services and the work they do with athletes. Details are on their website.
Thank you to Ultra Possible and the Muskoka Aquatic Club for providing volunteers for the weekend.
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 refuel and recover!
Important Race Day Information
Please tell your friends that there will be race day registration.
*see our late registration policy for details when entering a race less than 10 days prior to event.
Weather Forecast
The water temperature is expected to be approximately 24-25C or 74-77F.
Water Quality
Water Quality is Good. 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. Please take a minute to view the video on MSCtv. You can also read the Race Day Guide, Racking By BIB Number and Racing Guide, all of which can be found in our Athlete Resource Section.
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. If you are new to our races, please read the section in our Athlete Resource Library on Racking Your Bike
You’ve Been Shot and My Sports Shooter Free Zone
We are thrilled to be part of the MulitSport Family for our 11th year! Excitement is building as we move into a new era of photography service for all the participants! There are some amazing changes in how we are going to deliver you the BEST sports event photography in the country.
We will be adding a tent to the vendor event area where you can check out some info about us and our services as well as get a great FREE portrait done by one of our crew!
Read about the details on the You’ve Been Shot page.
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. You can also use the new online Volunteer Registration.
Race Day Guide
The Race Day Guide has plenty of information and tips as to what you can expect on day. Please visit the Race Day Guide page, especially if you are new to the sport.
Race Rules and Etiquette
Our Racing Guide has all sorts of information including wetsuit or no-wetsuit swims, bike etiquette, course nutrition and rules. The race rules can also be found in our Athlete Resource Library.
Race Specific Information
Each dedicated race page has all of the details that you need for race day including a schedule, course maps and descriptions. Simply click on the race name in the list below and it will take you directly to the information for that particular race. You can also go to the events page on the series website and find all of this information as well.
Here are the individual races:
Saturday, July 13, 2013
Sunday, July 14, 2013
Wave Start Summary
Olympic Tri
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Waves |
Age Group(s) |
Swim Cap Colours |
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8:30AM |
Pro & Elite Age-Group Men & Women & Men 44 & Under |
White |
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8:35AM |
Men 45-54 |
Red |
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8:40AM |
Women 44 & Under |
Pink |
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8:45AM |
Men 55+, Women 45+ & Relays |
Yellow |
Give-It-A-Tri
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Waves |
Age Group(s) |
Swim Cap Colours |
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8:00AM |
All Men’s Age Groups |
Light Blue |
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8:03AM |
Women 39 & Under |
Purple |
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8:06AM |
Women 40+ & Relays |
Yellow |
Sprint Tri
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Waves |
Age Group(s) |
Swim Cap Colours |
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9:30AM |
Pro & Elite Age-Group Men & Women, Men 44 & Under |
White |
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9:35AM |
Men 45-54 |
Red |
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9:40AM |
Women 44 & Under |
Pink |
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9:45AM |
Men 55+, Women 45+ & Relays |
Yellow |
Parking
Note – There is no parking in the red boxes shown on the map. Please ensure you click on the image and take a close look.
Parking is on the right hand side after you turn onto Steanship Bay Road.(See “Getting There” above). 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
- Exit on Muskoka Rd 169/Bethune Drive at the south end of Gravenhurst
- Once off Hwy 11 and before the 1st Traffic Lights, Turn Right (North) on Bethune Drive
- Travel 2km North on Bethune Drive to Brock St/Rd 169
- Turn LEFT (West) on Brock St (signs for Highway 169 N)
- Travel 750m WEST on Brock/Bay St
- Turn RIGHT (North) at Wanda Miller Rd to stay on Bay St
- Travel 100m North on Bay St.
- Turn LEFT (West) on Bay St/Road 169
- Travel along Bay St/Road 169 you will see the race site on your Left.
- Continue PAST the race site for 300m and turn Right (North) at the traffic lights at Steamship Bay Rd
- Parking is on the right hand side after you turn onto Steamship Bay Road. Please look for the MSC Parking signs in the area
- Be sure Obey ALL Parking Signs in the various lots as some spaces are reserved for vehicles with trailers.
- Once you have parked your car there is approximately a 250m walk back to the race site.
View Map
Event News
MSCtv Gravenhurst Triathlon Race Preview and Training Video
Tommy Ferris of Ignition Fitness put together another fantastic course overview in 2012 for this event. Check it out
SPECIAL NEWS FROM MY SPORTS SHOOTER
With the tightening of everyones budget for recreational activities these days, My Sports Shooter would like to announce the following BIG cut to all our prices. We are responding to a continuing trend and would like to consider ourselves industry leaders in recognizing what our customers want.
Starting with the Gravenhurst Triathlon until the end of the season, we have cut almost all our prices in half. That’s right 50% off! You don’t need a coupon, just check out as you would normally. For example our high resolution digital images used to be $19.99. They are now $10. Our Medium Resolution Archive (all your images in medium format) used to be $49.99. They are now $25! Prints as low as $3.00 as well.
To be fair, this pricing is in effect from the Gravenhurst Triathlon forward. There will be no reduction in pricing for the previous races from this year. It simply wouldn’t be fair to those who have previously purchased their images from those races.
I invite you enjoy the new prices and hope it helps to fit your budget a little better!
See you on the course!
Mike Cheliak and the My Sports Shooter Team
On Site Sponsors
The bike shop in Gravenhurst will be there to support your race day needs. Onsite technical support, hydration, food and a few other things you may need to enhance your race day. Look for us in the expo area!
Post Race Food
After a challenging and fun race, it is very important to replenish and restore the essential nutrients your body requires in order to assist in rebuilding itself stronger. MultiSport Canada is proud to offer the following delicious post race foods.
- Chocolate Milk in the Recharge Zone
- HERO Burgers hot off the grill (Beef or Veggie)
- Fresh Fruit
- Water
- Cold Pop
Podcasts and Stuff
Make sure to visit MSC Radio to hear our latest interview with Ian MacLean of IMFIT.ca who talks to us about the importance of a proper bike fit. Make sure to also check out our course profiles along with interviews with some of our race winners and other interesting athletes racing in our series.
Check out MSC Radio…
The Facebook MultiSport Canada Fan Page is becoming more popular every month. More than 5,000 people have become fans. Once again this year, we will be using our Fan page for announcements along with the series website. If you use Facebook get all of the latest news first.
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.
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See you on race day!
Our goal has always been to provide good quality races in a friendly environment. We take a great deal of pride that many people tell us that we are known as the participant friendly race series with a positive and easy going atmosphere.
Thank you for entering our race and I hope you enjoy the day. If you get the chance please say hello.
Regards,
John Salt
Founder and Series Director
MultiSport Canada
If you know of anyone who you think may be interested in any of MultiSport Canada’s triathlon, duathlon or running events please forward this link.