CB Kids Triathlon

Welcome to the 8th Annual Jack Duffy 5K Power Run and 1M Walk! This event is held to honor and celebrate the life of Jack Duffy, a brilliant and kind young man and accomplished runner. Proceeds support youth mental health and suicide prevention.

The event will take place on SATURDAY, AUGUST 8, including a virtual option. The in-person run and walk will be held in Horsham, PA, starting and ending at the Hatboro-Horsham High School Stadium and continuing along the beautiful, paved Horsham Power Line Trail. Advanced online registration is open through August 7 and is discounted versus race day sign-up. A free t-shirt is available if registered by July 8. Pickup for bibs and shirts will be at check-in on race day beginning at 7:15 am, with the race starting promptly at 8:00.

Awards for the in-person race will be given to the top three male and female runners as well as the top male and female in each age category. Please join us again this year to honor Jack’s commitment to empower physical and mental health!

Compete to Complete. That is what youth triathletes will be achieving on Sunday, August 9, 2026. Be a part of the USA Triathlon’s USA Kids Tri movement right here in the heart of Bucks County, PA. Back by popular and sold out demand, we are thrilled to welcome you to USA Kids Tri NJ/PA’s culminating east coast race - the 2026 YMCA Kids Triathlon. We welcome many new and returning youth athletes of all skill levels ages 3-15 where all will become finish line champions on race day. The YMCA Kids Triathlon race day is a full-family experience like none other, beginning with pre-race entertainment for your youth triathletes as they check-in, the energy and excitement of our Kids Triathlon Village, and a finish line experience that fully embraces our COMPETE TO COMPLETE and Y FOR ALL atmosphere where every athlete is a winner.

Supported by the USA Triathlon Kids Tri initiative, our YMCA Kids Triathlon is unique in that it has one podium, and all will be on it! Each year, our promise through our Kids Triathlon is to provide children with the opportunity to build confidence by setting and achieving a goal - even one they think is beyond their reach. We need every bit of your support in helping to bring home our athletes through their finish line, feeling the energy of all family, friends, and the community at large cheering them on!

All YMCA Kids Tri youth participants receive a FREE USA Triathlon Youth Membership! Visit member.usatriathlon.org and use code RCYMCA26 in advance of registering!

To learn more, view race and Athlete Guide information, and apply for financial assistance to those who need a helping hand, all YMCA Kids Tri information can be found at ymcarivercrossing.org/kids-tri. We look forward to seeing you at the start!

PACKET PICKUP / REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS

Registration is digital. There are no paper applications nor is cash accepted. Everyone must sign up online. Please have the following items easily accessible to maintain the efficiency and speed of Packet Pickup:

• Required: Athletes may only pick up their own packets. Under no circumstances may an athlete pick up a packet for another person.

• Required: Proof of ID

• Required for Annual Members Only: USAT Membership ID

• Optional: Email Confirmation Bar Code per registrant (Printed or Digital) to scan

WHERE AND WHEN

The race will take place Sunday September 13th, 2026 - 7:00 a.m. sharp.

All events start and finish at Mary Barness Community Pool, 2501 Freedoms Way Warrington, PA 18976.

SWAG

All finishers will receive finishers certificate!!!

If registered by 8/8, guaranteed shirt size for all paid registrants.

Packet pick up will be on Friday September 5th from 8:30am -4:30pm and Saturday September 6th from 9am-12noon at the Warrington Township Building 852 Easton Road Warrington, PA 18976

ITINERARY

Sunday September 13

6:00 am - 7:00 am - Check-in, and Race-Day Registration online only if available (prices increased)

6:45 am - Pre-race briefing at Transition Area

7:00 am - Races start (time trial for swim, mass start for duathlon)

DISTANCES

Outdoor pool swim triathlon

Triathlon Distances

300 meter pool Swim, 10 mile Bike, 5k Run

Duathlon Distances

2 mile Run, 10 mile Bike, 5k Run

Aquavelo Distances

300 meter pool Swim, 10 mile Bike

AWARDS

No double-dipping or duplicate awards, awards may vary based on event, category, attendance, etc.

Triathlon Awards

Overall: Top 3 Male & Female

Age Groups: Top 3 Male & Female

14 & Under, 15-19, 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 and over

Duathlon Awards

Overall: Top 3 Male & Female

Age Groups: Top 3 Male & Female

19 and Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 and over

Parking

On site with overflow parking at Warrington Fire Company, 2310 Freedoms Way, Warrington, PA 18976.

Refreshments

Bananas, granola bars, soft pretzels and water

For Race Updates

Please visit and like our Facebook page Warrington Cares Sprint Triathlon/Duathlon/Aquavelo

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Refreshments will be provided at the end of the race

• Split results will be available on website on race day

• Race scored by DQ Events

• Event promoters have the right to alter or cancel events for any reason

• All races will be held rain or shine under guidance of local safety protocol

• Transfers, Deferrals, and Refunds are only allowed through Runsignup as specified, no exceptions

USAT INFORMATION

All multisport participants must have an active USAT Membership that has not expired before the conclusion of each registered event and must follow all USAT rules and guidelines. If you are not already a member, when registering for each individual event you will be prompted to become a member and pay the respective membership fee.

Memberships range from single-event memberships to multi-year memberships; click here for more information.

Common Rules and Information

• ALL athletes are required to show photo ID. NO ID, NO RACE, NO EXCEPTIONS!

• Youth (17 and under) athletes without an ID must be accompanied by a parent/guardian with a photo ID

• Annual members are required to bring their membership card every time they compete in a USAT Sanctioned event.

• You can download and print out a temporary membership card: https://membership.usatriathlon.org/Member/ViewMemberCard

• Athletes may only pick up their own packets. Under no circumstances may an athlete pick up a packet for another person.

• No drafting: a maximum of 15 seconds will be allowed to complete a pass through the draft zone of another athlete

• Headphones are prohibited

• No riding in transition at any time

• Helmets/Chin straps must be worn securely fastened at all times while in possession of your bike. This means before, during, and after the event. This also means from the time you remove your bike from the rack at the start of the bike leg, until after you have placed your bike on the rack at the finish of the bike leg.

• Verbal or physical abuse of others is not acceptable or tolerated. Participants shall refrain from unsportsmanlike conduct at all times while at the event and during competition, including the use of abusive language; violent acts; intentional misconduct; or any intimidating behavior directed toward, including but not limited to participants, officials, event staff, volunteers and spectators.

Carpenter Cross - TRIFECTA

Course Map - !BRAND NEW LOCATION! - Please look for the course map on our facebook page as we get closer to the event date!

OUR 3rd NEW VENUE THIS YEAR COMPLETES THE CARPENTER CROSS TRIFECTA

Venue

This year Carpenter Cross will take place in __________________. Of course we are staying in Horsham Township, Pennsylvania, which is located close to PA Turnpike "Exit 343 Willow Grove" and only 40 minutes from Philadelphia and Delaware.

Like us on Facebook and get updated information ... including prizes, sponsors, and a sneak peek at the course ... https://www.facebook.com/CarpenterCrossCX

Directions

HORSHAM, PA 19044

Registration

• Racing age is determined by your age on December 31, 2027 (not 2026)

• Please pre-register to avoid paying $10 day-of fee

• Registration opens @ 7:15 am and closes 15 min. before the start of each race

• $12 for additional races

• Mountain bikes without bar ends are ok to race

Licensing Requirements

• USA Cycling license is required to race (Not for KIDS Race)

• One-Day licenses will be available at the registration table: Beginner $15 | Experienced $35

Call-up Protocol

• Order of pre-registration will be called accordingly

• Riders MUST pre-register to be seeded

• Staging will begin 10 minutes prior to each race

Staging

All racers should present to the start grid 15 minutes prior to the start of their race.

Lapped Riders

Lapped riders will finish on the same lap as the leaders. Riders in danger of being lapped must yield to oncoming racers and are not to interfere with their progress or trail behind them.

Technical Pit

A double-sided pit will be marked and available approximately half way through the course. If riders enter the pit, they must make some sort of exchange or mechanical adjustment before re-entering course.

Race Results

Results will be posted after the conclusion of each race at a location designated by the race director and announced at the start line by the chief referee. After results have been posted racers will have a 15 minute protest period to resolve any discrepancies. It is the racers’ responsibility to verify their result during this 15 minute protest period. After the 15 minute protest period results will be final and will not be changed afterwards. Any further disputes must be addressed in writing via email to the riders Local Association contact.

Parking

Use the parking lot in _____________ Park. Please park as close as possible to the vehicle next to you without leaving any big gaps. Please DO NOT park in any of the nearby neighborhoods or across the street.

Clothing Helmets are required for all riders on bicycles, even when not actively racing (eg, while riding from the parking lot). Per USAC regulations, racers must wear a jersey with sleeves covering the shoulders. No tank tops are allowed. Race radios and earphones for playback (eg, mp3 player) are not allowed while racing.

Kids Race A fun kids race will start at 12:15 pm for kids too young to race on the real course (10 and Under). A parent must sign the event release form prior to the race, and each kid will be given a race number. Pedal bikes or strider bikes are acceptable. All entrants will receive prizes for participation.

Food __________________ is proudly supporting this year’s race! Known for its _____________________, _______________________ is a cornerstone in the area and will be on-site to keep everyone fueled all day long.

Restrooms Park restrooms will be open, as well as a couple extra porta potties located next the restrooms and near the upper corner of the main parking lot.

Race Cancellation Policy: The course is Horsham Township property. If weather conditions are such that the race would cause significant damage to the property, eg, heavy rains and water drenched grounds prior to and during the event, the race may be canceled. The race promoter will make every attempt to determine prior to race day if the race needs to be canceled, however, under extreme conditions the entire race may need to be canceled on the day of the race. Every effort will be made to hold the race, including making course modifications if necessary. If the race is canceled on the day prior to the race, notification will be sent to all pre-registered racers via email, and via the race's Facebook page. If the race is canceled prior to the event date, then registration fees, minus bikereg fees, will be refunded to those racers.

Other than these specific weather conditions - there are NO REFUNDS!

Support

Thank you to Horsham Township for making this race happen. Please do your part when leaving ________ Park and take out what you brought in. All Horsham Township property's are drug and alcohol free so please honor the rules so we can return here next year to race.

AND A HUGE THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!!!