Welcome to race #4 of the MidEast MultiSport Series. The Delaware State Park Duathlon/Triathlon and 5k is our latest addition to the series offering an opportunity to test your multi-sport abilities and to experience this beautiful state park.

USA TRIATHLON SANCTIONED
We are pleased to announce that the Mideast Multi-Sport Series is sanctioned by USA Triathlon.  All rules and regulations set forth by the national office will be enforced on race day.  Entrants must show proof of membership at packet pick-up.  Membership is offered two (2) ways: 1 ) You may apply for an annual USAT membership ($30) prior to the race by calling USA Triathlon at (719) 597-9090 or by signing-up on-line at www.usatriathlon.org. *NOTE: Applying for an annual membership prior to the event takes 3-4 weeks for processing, so think ahead.  2.) You may apply for a one-day event permit for $10.00.  This fee will be added to your entry fee and forwarded to the national office.  *Note: Entries are nontransferable.

RACE START TIME:
8:00am-5K 8:30am-Triathlon/Duathlon

ABOUT THE RACE: Triathletes begin with a .4 mile swim and duathletes will begin with a 2 mile run. All athletes will bike 15 miles (consisting of TWO bike loops on route 23) . The race will finish with a 5K run that includes the beautiful Mink Trail. This is a beautiful run course inside the Delaware State Park forest. NOTE: USA Triathlon rules will be strictly enforced to assure the safety and wellness of each competitior. PLEASE be familiar with all of the rules and regulations of drafting, passing, and bike helmet standards. Run 3.1 Miles: The final stage of the race is a 3.1 mile "out and back" run. NOTE: The original run route "Mink Trail" will not be used until the August 30th Great Ohioan Triathlon/Duathlon. Please note!

RACE DIVISIONS

AGE GROUP: 16-17, 18-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+ RELAY (MEN/WOMEN/MIXED): Combines one runner and one cyclist.

CLYDESDALE/ATHENA: 190LBS/MEN 150LBS/WOMEN

AWARDS: AGE GROUP/CLYDESDALE/ATHENA: Top 3 per division.   RELAY: Top 3 teams per each relay division. Awards are based on pre-registration numbers on the Wednesday before the event.

RACE PACKETS: Your race packet will include a quality technical shirt with the official race logo, EAS Sports Nutritional product, race number, bike frame number, finish line food and beverage. Note: 5K race packets will not include bike frame numbers.

CHIP TIMING: All participants will be issued timing chips on race day for fast an accurate results.

PRE-REGISTRATION AND PACKET PICK-UP: Tri-Tech Multi-Sport (6185 N Huntley Rd, 614-846-1516). Beginning July 18th thru July 25th. Hours: Monday through Friday 11-7pm and Sat 10-6. Closed Sunday. Note: USA Triathlon members will be required to show their current membership card or be charged a $10 fee. All participants must pick-up their own packet including relay team members. (This is a USA Triathlon rule)

RACE DAY REGISTRATION AND PACKET PICK-UP: Delaware State Park beginning at 6:30am. Please arrive early for race day registration.

NO TRANSFER POLICY IS STRICLY ENFORCED. If you can not make the race please notify the office for entry into next year's race.

DIRECTIONS TO RACE: Delaware State Park is located about 8 miles north of the City of Delaware on Route 23.

ENTRY FEES:

USAT MEMBERS:.$65............ $75 Race day          
NON-USAT MEMBERS:$75... $85 Race day
*RELAYS: $95.....$105 Race day

5K:$29....$35 Race Day

*(Includes all necessary USAT permit fees, all participants are required to print and sign a copy of the USAT waiver.

HOTLINE:
For any questions please contact us at (614) 332-5205.