FAQ
Here are some answers to our most frequently asked questions. Don’t see the info that you need here? Drop us a line at TRIthePARKny@gmail.com.
Can I help my kid in the transition area? Before the event, the transition area will open at 6:30am. You will have ample time to help your athlete set up their biking and running gear. Once the race has started at 7:30am, only athletes and volunteers are allowed inside the transition area. We will have volunteers inside who can assist your athlete and for safety purposes, need to limit the number of people within the transition space.
I’m new to triathlon! What do I need to have ready for my athlete in the transition area? We recommend having a towel out for your child along with a t-shirt (with the event bib already secured to it!), shorts, socks, sneakers, and a water bottle. These items will be on the ground alongside their bike and helmet. Don’t forget to bring goggles for the swim!
Are we swimming in the pond?! Heck no. Bedford Hills Memorial Park has an awesome pool for athletes to complete the swim portion of the event in.
Can my kid dive into the pool at the start? No. With the rush of the start of the event from the first timing pad, it is mandatory for safety purposes that all participants jump into the pool feet first. We know some of your kids are excellent at diving, however we must maintain safety measures for everyone involved.
Are helmets mandatory? Yes. No ifs, ands, or buts. No secure helmet, no competing.
Can my kid do one or two of the three parts of the triathlon and skip the swim/bike/run part? Unless your child has certain special needs, they will need to participate in all disciplines. If your child does have certain needs that make it difficult for them to participate, just email TRIthePARKny@gmail.com about any additional accommodations you need, and we will make it happen.
How long is the course? It varies by long versus short course and is designed to be very doable for all. Long course participants will swim for 100 meters (4 pool lengths), bike for 2 miles (4 laps around the parking lot), and run for 0.5 miles (2 laps around the field). Short course participants will swim for 50 meters (2 pool lengths), bike for 1 mile (2 laps around the parking lot), and run for 0.25 miles (1 lap around the field).
When will my child start? All participants MUST be at the pool pavilion ready to go by 7:30am. Long course participants will go first, followed by short course participants. The whole event should last about 1.5-2 hours.
What if it rains? The event will be held rain or shine. That said, if there is thunder/lightning or dangerous weather conditions, the event will be rescheduled to August 24th for safety purposes.
Can I volunteer? Yes! Please visit our volunteer page to sign up or email TRIthePARKny@gmail.com to discuss how you can help either before or on the day of the event.
I am a local business owner. How can I get involved? Please visit our sponsor page or email TRIthePARKny@gmail.com to discuss the many different sponsorship opportunities that we have.
How can I support my athlete? Come visit our cheer station! We will have poster board and markers for you to make a sign to help cheer your athlete on. Bring the family and rally your friends! This is a great event for spectating and these kids deserve all the support as they conquer what might be their first triathlon.
Any other questions? Email us. We’re happy to help!
