Lake Evans Triathlon

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Elevation: 276'

Southwest of Bakersfield, CA near Taft

At the traffic circle, take the south exit onto CA-43 S/Enos Ln following the posted signs for the Buena Vista Aquatic Recreation Area.

Lake Evans, Buena Vista Aquatic Recreation Area 13601 Ironbark Road; Bakersfield, CA

GPS: 35.233972, -119.291028

Q: Is the Lake Evans Triathlon USAT sanctioned?
A: Yes, the race is USAT sanctioned!

Q: Are spectators allowed?
A: Currently we are planning to follow our Covid-19 safety protocols similar to 2020. This includes no spectators allowed at the race. If you have family or friends that would like to see you race, volunteering is a great way to be able to be on site and cheer while helping make the event happen.

Q: What is your refund policy if I am sick?
A: If an athlete Is sick, suspects Covid symptoms, or has been in contact with someone with Covid-19 we encourage them to stay home. Athletes can defer, transfer their registration to another race, or opt to receive swag and race as a "virtual" upon request. Athletes  have the option to purchase registration insurance which will provide a refund in the event of being sick, injured, or scheduled to work.  

Q: Triathlons keep getting canceled, what are my risks for signing up for this race?
A: If the race is canceled for any reason athletes will have the option to defer to a race in 2022, transfer to another Sierra Cascades event, or receive a refund. 

Preliminary scheduled and subject to change.

6:00am-8:00am Race Day Packet Pickup with online race day registration
6:00am-7:00am Transition Open for Olympic Athletes
7:00am-7:50am Transition Open for Sprint Athletes
7:30am-8:00am Olympic Wave
7:35am Duathlon starts at the run start/finish line
7:40am-8:15am 5K/10k starts at the run start/finish line
8:00am-8:30am Sprint Wave 

Have your confirmation email with barcode ready for a quick packet pickup.
Picture ID is required for multisport events. 

Bakersfield Pickup

Sole 2 Sole
9000 Ming Avenue Ste. K-1, Bakersfield, CA 93311
Friday, April 23rd 4:00pm-6:00pm

Lake Evans

Southwest of Bakersfield, CA
13601 Ironbark Road, Bakersfield, CA
GPS: 35.233972, -119.291028
Sunday, April 25th, 7:00am-9:00am
Enter through the east entrance

2020 event shirt shown. Preview of 2021 swag coming soon!

Your safety is our highest concern at the race.  

• 5+ Kayaks/Paddleboards/Lifeguards in the water.
• Hall Ambulance on site.

At this time we are expecting to follow similar Covid-19 safety measures which we followed in 2020.

Packet Pickup and Registration

• There will be no in person or paper registration. Online registration will remain open until race start.
• Early packet pickup will be drive up.

Race Day

• Masks will be required before and after the race. Masks will not be required during the event.
• Athletes and volunteers will have temperature checked when entering the race venue. Anyone with a temperature of 100.0 F or higher will be asked to return home.
• Race debriefing will be pre-recorded and playing during set up to eliminate an athlete meeting. Additional information may be provided at race start to small groups of athletes.
• Bike racks will be spaced with 6 feet between bike racks.
• Racks will be marked for two athletes per rack
• Temperature screening prior to racing at bike check-in
• Race will be a rolling time trial with chipped swim start
• While aid stations will be provided, athletes are encouraged to bring their own water to limit contact
• Race tattoos will be provided in race packets and should be applied prior to arriving at the race venue.
• Virtual awards ceremony and mailed awards
• Podium will be available for athletes to take pictures
• Post race food will be pre-packaged for the athlete to take to go

Relay Teams

• Each athlete on a relay team will be given their own timing chip to eliminate handing off timing chips
• A line will be drawn within the exchanging area. When the finishing athlete passes this line, the next athlete from the same team starts without any physical contact.

Spectators

• Spectators are not allowed. Friends and family are encouraged to volunteer.

Refund Policy Update

• If an athlete has a fever, suspects Covid symptoms, or is concerned about racing at this time they can defer or transfer their registration to another race. 

Volunteers get a meal, t-shirt, and choice of

• $20 donated to your organization, group or club
• 100% off a 5k or 10k run hosted by Activitynut
• 50% off of a multisport event hosted by Activitynut
• $30 off of next year's season pass

Entry fee reimbursed for volunteers.

This event is hosted by the Activitynut Foundation, Inc.; a non-profit 501(c)3 who's mission is to connect athletes with local events, clubs, coaching and local stores. We maintain a race calendar listing local events at http://activitynut.org/localevents/

Join Activitynut Club (free membership), and get 15% off of this and other events hosted by Activitynut.

Discounts are also available for many other local events.  See the Activitynut Club page for a list of upcoming races with discounts.