2026 MATTS 3RD ANNUAL VELODROME 4K TT (Sponsored by ABD and PACT)

We invite youth between the ages of 5 and 14 to join us at the North Shore Youth Triathlon (NSYT). The NSYT challenges youth to develop fitness and achieve their personal best while having fun!

The NSYT is hosted by the not-for-profit Evanston-based OWLS (Open Water Lake Swimmers) and draws on over fifteen years of experience inspiring youth through triathlon.

The event is held at Evanston Township High School. This includes a pool swim, closed to traffic bike course, and run on ETHS grounds.

Event Distances:

11-14 year old: Swim 200 yards, Bike 5 miles, Run 1.2 miles

7-10 year old: swim 100 yard, Bike 2.5 miles, Run 0.7 miles

5-6 year old splash & dash: swim flexible based on skill and comfort level, Run 0.5 mile

*For need based scholarship, please contact Craig Strong at [email protected]

*If your child would like to race in a different age category than their current age for any reason (Ex: shorter or longer swim), please register them for their current age group and then email [email protected] so we can make the change for you.

Packet Pick Up:

Friday, August 14th 5-7:00 PM

Saturday August 15th 4-7:00 PM

Both packet pickups will be located at ETHS in the grassy area near the pool entrance off of Dodge Avenue, north of Door 1.

Join us on Sunday, September 20 when the Evanston Bicycle Club presents one of Chicagoland's premiere rides - The 41th annual North Shore Century.

You’ll ride through beautiful neighborhoods, view unique architectural treasures, pedal down tree-lined streets and feel the refreshing breezes of Lake Michigan while enjoying the flat to rolling countryside between Chicago and Wisconsin.

Choose the ride that’s right for you – 100, 62, 50 or 25 miles.

• Routes are clearly marked on road pavement.

• Route cue sheets are available in print or digital download.

• Multiple rest stops offer food & beverage plus mechanical support.

• Radio-directed SAG vehicles provide mid-ride assistance for emergencies.

Event details and schedule

The North Shore Century starts & finishes at the Gillson Park Lakeview Center, 800 Gillson Park Drive, Wilmette, IL 60091 (Lower Level, north side of building)

Check-in opens at 6am; check-in ends at 11am, or when capacity is full.

• Please bring Active.com confirmation e-mail with QR code to speed your check-in.

• Route cue sheets & NSC wristband ID are provided at check-in; The wristband is your "ticket" to rest stop & SAG support.

Event closes at 6pm; Rest stop hours vary by location. To complete routes before ride support ends, plan to start your ride no later than:

• 100-mile riders - 7am

• 62 mile route - 9 am

• 50 mile route -10am

• 25-mile route - 11 am

T-shirt orders must be claimed by 11am; on request claimed shirts will be held at Gillson until 6pm.

See website for details: www.northshorecentury.org.

Don’t forget your helmet, visible clothing, and your bike in good riding condition.

Registrations ends Sunday, September 20 at 11:00 am, or when capacity is reached.

Get ready for Chicago's premiere indoor triathlon! The top scorers will be those who swim, bike, and run the furthest distance in a set amount of time. Come ready to race a:

10 minute swim

20 minute bike

15 minute run

If you haven't yet qualified for nationals, you're in luck because this is your last chance to do so! This indoor triathlon is a qualifier for the U.S. Collegiate Club Triathlon Nationals each year. The first 75 people to sign up get a free Wildcat Indoor swim cap.