2024 Tyhee Lake Triathlon

14-07-2024 08:00 AM 14-07-2024 02:00 PM 6 2024 Tyhee Lake Triathlon The Tyhee Lake Triathlon is an annual event that takes place near Smithers, BC. - a great race for those new to triathlon or duathlon and for competitive racers as well. Tyhee Lake - Telkwa, BC DD/MM/YYYY

Sunday July 14th, 2024 8:00am-2:00pm

Tyhee Lake - Telkwa, BC

The Tyhee Lake Triathlon is an annual event that takes place at beautiful Tyhee Lake Provincial Park near Smithers, BC. It is a great race for those new to multi-sport events and for competitive racers alike, and is one of the most affordable
races in the province. The event is sanctioned by TriBC and includes junior, masters, paratriathlon, and team Triathlon categories, as well as a Duathlon option for those who prefer to stay dry. The course is well-marshalled by enthusiastic
volunteers.

Registration is available on Zone$

Want to take part in this fun event but aren't interested in racing? Volunteer! Dozens of volunteers are required to make the event happen. We'll compensate you with a great post-race lunch and you'll be eligible for prizes.
Contact Ali at tyheelaketriathlon@gmail.com

The Standard Distance Triathlon and Duathlon begin at 9:30 and the Sprint Triathlon starts an hour later at 10:30. There is no Try-a-Tri for 2023. The lake swim is supervised by qualified lifeguards and numerous volunteers in kayaks and on
SUPs. Lake temperature is comfortable for swimming, and wet suits are permitted but not required unless the water temperature drops below 16°C. The bike course follows the road around Tyhee Lake and is well-marshalled by volunteers; cyclists should bring their own water as there are no water stations on the bike route. The run takes place on rolling, quiet, rural roads and there are two water stations spaced along the 5 km route and four on the 10 km route. The race finishes with a gentle descent into Tyhee Lake Park where you'll cross the finish line to cheering spectators. After the race there is a great BBQ and lots of draw prizes. Camping is available in the park https://bcparks.ca/tyhee-lake-park/

All registered racers are required to check-in and have their bike assessed by 8:30 am Sunday, July 14. There are two ways to do this: 1) check in on Saturday, July 13 from 2:00 to 4:00 at Nature’s Pantry 3859 First Ave Smithers. 2) check in on Sunday, July 14 between 8:00 and 8:30 at the Park. In either case, please have your tires inflated to the correct pressure prior to having your bike checked. YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO RACE IF YOU HAVE NOT CHECKED IN AND VERIFIED YOUR BIKE (THIS INCLUDES CYCLISTS FOR ALL TEAMS).

RACE ORGANIZERS WILL MAKE EVERY ATTEMPT TO CLEARLY MARK THE RACE COURSE, BUT PARTICIPANTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR MAKING SURE THEY LEARN IT PRIOR TO RACING. PLEASE HAVE A LOOK AT THE MAPS THAT CORRESPOND TO YOUR DISTANCE!

The Standard Triathlon begins at 9:30 with a 1500m swim followed by a 40km bike and concludes with a 10km run.
Standard Triathlon Route Map (jpg) (2.4mb pdf)

The triangular 750m swim course is well-marked with large buoys and starts at the beach below the transition area. Racers swim two laps in a clockwise direction. There is a 100m run from the swim finish to the transition area, on grass. The out and back 20km bike course runs clockwise around Tyhee Lake – up the Park Rd, right on Telkwa High Rd, right onto Tyhee Lake Rd out to a turnaround near Hwy 16. Return to the turn-around at the cemetery before heading out on a second loop. The run course is also an out and back. From the transition area, head up the Park Rd and right onto Telkwa High Rd. The Standard distance 10km run turns around near Babine Lake Rd (Eckman). There are four water stations along the 10km run course.

The Sprint Triathlon begins at 10:30 with a 750m swim followed by a 20km bike concluding with at 5km run. Sprint Triathlon Route Map (jpg) (2.4mb pdf)

The triangular 750m swim course is well-marked with large buoys and starts at the beach below the transition area. Racers swim one lap in a clockwise direction. There is a 100m run from the swim finish to the transition area, on grass. The out and back 20km bike course runs clockwise around Tyhee Lake – up the Park Rd, right on Telkwa High Rd, right onto Tyhee Lake Rd out to a turnaround near Hwy 16. The Sprint course is one loop. The run course is also an out and back. From the transition area, head up the Park Rd and right onto Telkwa High Rd. The Sprint distance 5km run turns around near the road to the float plane base. There are two water stations along the run course.

The Duathlon starts at 9:30 with a 5km run followed by a 30km bike and a second 5km run. Duathlon Route Map (jpg) (2.4mb pdf)

The duathlon begins at the beach below the transition area. From the transition area, head up the Park Rd and right onto Telkwa High Rd to a turn around near the road to the float plane base and return to the transition area. The bike course runs clockwise around Tyhee Lake – up the Park Rd, right on Telkwa High Rd, right onto Tyhee Lake Rd out to a turnaround near Hwy 16. Return to the bike turn around, near the cemetery, and head back out to Tyhee Lake Rd, turning around near Fisher Rd before returning to the transition area to start a second 5km run on the same course as the first.

Contact Ali Howard - 250-847- 3943 Email: tyheelaketriathlon@gmail.com