Bikes & Beers Baltimore

This is a 45 mile biking event through all 10 Columbia Villages. You will also stop at 23 Columbia Association pools along the way to swim a couple of laps (however many you do is up to you). You can slide down the pool slides (if they are open) and take a dive. The ride is supported with 2 food stops along the way and technical support.

We can honestly say there is no event like this anywhere else!!! Please join us to benefit the Ulman Foundation.

Event details and schedule

On-site Registration and Check is starts at 6:30 am. Depending on number of participants, we may stagger the start. Be prepared to start at 7:15 am. Payment for day of event registration must be cash or check. We do not accept credit cards on Ride day.

There is no rain date. In the event of weather cancellation, we will donte proceeds to the charities and hope for better weather next year.

Parking is at the pool (please respect the roped off areas), Swansfield Elementary School and on the street.

Remember that you will be getting wet. A towel is up to you. But DO remember the Sunscreen!!!

Event FAQ available on our Facebook page.

The Columbia Association KIDS Triathlon is a race for all level athletes. Staged at Clemens Crossing Pool in Columbia, MD, participants will complete a pool swim, road bike and paved trail run. The bike course is moderate in elevation change and the run course is relatively flat. Registration includes t-shirt and finisher medal. This race is sanctioned by USA Triathlon. Additional race information can be found at www.rivalraceseries.com/columbiakidstriathlon.

7-8 YRS OLD

Swim - 50 yards, Bike - 2 miles, Run - .5 mile

9-10 YRS OLD

Swim - 100 yards, Bike - 2 miles, Run - .5 mile

11-12 YRS OLD

Swim - 100 yards, Bike - 4 miles, Run - 1 mile

13 -15 YRS OLD

Swim - 150 yards, Bike - 6 miles, Run - 1 mile

The Kenzie Rose Youth Triathlon is a multisport race geared toward the youngest competitors, ages 5-15 - the future of the sport. This is a USAT-sanctioned race, and will be timed. PLEASE NOTE THAT AS A USA TRIATHLON EVENT, YOUR CHILD SHOULD BE IN THE CATEGORY FOR THEIR AGE AS OF 12/31/2025!!!!!!

​The swim will be held at St. Andrews Swim & Tennis Club in Severna Park, MD.

​The bike and run courses will be held on the trails of Kinder Farm Park, directly adjacent to the swim. Please visit the Course Info page for detailed maps of all courses.

About Kenzie

When Mackenzie Rose Beach was born on July 10, 2015, no one knew that this tiny baby possessed the spirit of a warrior. She was a happy little girl, and brought joy to everyone around her, especially her parents, Kate and Andrew, and her big sister, Maddie. However, life as a typical baby came to a screeching halt when, on March 22, 2016, Mackenzie began vomiting and was taken to the Emergency Room, where a scan showed a buildup of fluid as a result of a mass at the base of her brain. Mackenzie underwent surgery to insert a drain for the excess fluid and remove a portion of the tumor for biopsy. The pathology results returned as a malignant cancer, known as Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT). This is an extremely rare, aggressive cancer seen in only 3 children out of 1,000,000. Mackenzie endured many brain surgeries and flourished under a protocol by St. Jude, administered at Children’s National Medical Center in Washington, DC, involving an experimental drug and chemotherapy. In July

2016, a scan showed the result everyone was praying for – no evidence of disease! As Mackenzie and her family prepared for the next step in the treatment process – traveling to Boston in October 2016 for 6 weeks of radiation – an MRI confirmed the worst possible news. Despite being cancer-free just four months prior, the tumor had returned and spread to other areas in her tiny body. Mackenzie fought with all she had, but she passed away in the arms of her sister, and surrounded by her mother and father, on December 18, 2016.

Kenzie Rose, as she was affectionately known, showed us all what is important in life – family, spending time together, enjoying our blessings, and not taking a single moment for granted. We all hope to make her proud by continuing to live as she would want us to live. To honor her memory, we are organizing this triathlon to raise awareness for childhood cancer and as a fundraiser to support The Mackenzie Rose Foundation. The Foundation was incorporated at the beginning of the year to provide essential items to families experiencing unexpected admissions to the pediatric oncology unit at Children’s National Medical Center. With your generosity, we will be able to fill and deliver care packages containing everyday essentials directly to the hospital. These “Kenzie Kits” will allow parents to spend more time with their sick child instead of worrying about picking up a toothbrush, notebook, or snack - all things that are often forgotten with an unexpected hospital admission. All proceeds

from this event will fund the Foundation to help provide comfort and support to other families dealing with this devastating disease.

Please join us on our 4th Annual All Clubs Ladies Ride to shine a light on Heart Health. The cycling community in Maryland along with some of our sister clubs in surrounding areas have come together this year to do one all clubs ladies' ride to show solidarity across all the clubs. The theme for this year's ride will be Heart Health as heart disease kills more women than ALL forms of cancer combined and also kills more than 50,000 women of color annually. The event rolls rain or shine. We will be at Pavillion West.

In honor of Heart Health, we are asking all women to wear red.

Lunch will be provided and there will be Vegan and Vegetarian options available

Registration includes: Lunch, Rest-Stop Refreshments, T-shirt, and a charitable donation.

T-shirts will be available at registration pickup to all participants who register prior to August 13, 2026. After that date, t-shirt availability will be on a first come first serve basis based on what we have left.

There will be 2 ride distances: Approximately 33mile and 21mile

We want everyone to return close to the same time so we ask that you pick your route accordingly based on your skill level. There will be SAG provided for the both routes; however, SAG will be for bike malfunctions only. Please make sure your bike is in good working order prior to the ride. There will be bike mechanics on-site prior to the ride so if you are unsure of the condition of your bike, we encourage you to get it checked prior to the ride if you have not already done so prior to the day of the event. These mechanics will be available on a first come first serve basis and can not guarantee they can repair all bikes prior to the start of the ride. There are a few rollers and we want to make sure everyone rides and returns safely. You are responsible for having your own tire change supplies as SAG will be there to assist with tire changes and mechanical issues only. If you have not been riding your bike but still want to participate in the ride, please be on the lookout for clinics

that will be held prior to the event.

PLEASE CHECK BACK CLOSER TO THE EVENT DATE FOR UPDATED ROUTES

Do you like to swim, bike, and run? Do you like to help raise money for a worthy cause? Then why not participate in the 17th annual Karen Stevens Memorial Kid’s Triathlon.

If you are looking for a fantastic Kid’s Triathlon this fall, the Severna Park Community Center is hosting Karen Stevens Memorial Kid’s Triathlon. It is a morning of filled with fun and excitement. All proceeds from the event will go towards provide free swim lessons for children with special needs.

Event details and schedule

Monday, August 17 - Early Registration Ends

Thursday, September 10 -Registration Closes

Saturday, September 12 - Race Day

Severna Park Community Center

7:00am - Race Check-in

7:30am - Race Begins

8:00am - Junior Tri-IT!

(Check website/e-mail for cancellation information)

Detailed Transition Area map located on race website.

Distances:

10 & Under (recommend for 5-10 Years old)

Swim - 200 Yards (8 Lengths)

Bike – 2 miles

Run – ¾ mile

11 – 14 years old

Swim - 400 Yards (16 Lengths)

Bike – 4 miles

Run – 1½ miles

Junior Tri-IT! (recommend for 3-5 Years old)

Swim - 4 Lengts of Therapy Pool

Bike – 1/8 miles (Severna Park Community Grounds)

Run – 1/10 miles (Severna Park Community Grounds)

(Bike and run distances are approximate)

Detailed map located on race website.

Relays: Consist of 2 or 3 people. Each leg needs to be completed by the person who started the leg. There can be one person for one leg and another for two or a total of three people each doing one leg. Each person needs to complete a separate registration form to participate.

Junior Tri-it!: Junior Tri-it! This course is designed for first time triathletes. Participants will begin the triathlon with a swim in the SPCC heated therapy pool (4 lengths) followed by a 1/8 mile bike ride before finishing the race with a 1/10 mile run. The course will be held on the Severna Park Community Center grounds. The Junior Tri-IT is an opportunity for younger participants to develop their triathlon skills.

Timing: We encourage everyone to enjoy their experience of a recreational triathlon. The swim, run, and transition times (the time between each leg of the event) will count towards your overall triathlon time. Times will not count for the bike leg because no one is permitted to exceed the speed limit of 15 mph. No participant will be advantaged or disadvantaged by the bike “ride”. There will be designated pathways roped off to direct you to the next leg of the triathlon.