KCV Cycling Club

34th Annual Warsaw Optimist Triathlon

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INFO - Triathlon – The OPTIBULLETTE (warsawoptimist.org)

TRIATHLON - 440 yard lake swim; 14 mile bike; 3.1 mile run

TRIATHLON 2 AND 3 PERSON RELAYS

TRIATHLON PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED -MY TEAM TRIUMPH

DUATHLON - 2 mile run; 14 mile bike; 3.1 mile run

AQUABIKE - 440 yard swim; 14 mile bike

YOUTH 11-12 and 13-14 year old division triathlons

PROMO - FIRST 100 ENTRIES ARE $70 FOR ADULT RACES

Event details and schedule

Athlete Guide: 34th Annual Optimist Triathlon

Event Date: Saturday, June 26, 2027

Location: Winona Lake Park, 1590 Park Ave, Winona Lake IN 46590

Thank you for registering for the 34th Annual Optimist Triathlon! Whether you are a seasoned triathlete or a first-timer, we are thrilled to have you join us. Please read through this guide carefully to ensure a smooth, safe, and exciting race day.

📅 Event Schedule

Timing is tentative; final wave times will be emailed the week of the race.

• 5:30 AM – Transition Area & Packet Pickup Open

• 6:45 AM – Packet Pickup Closes

• 6:50 AM – Mandatory Athlete Safety Briefing (at the swim start)

• 7:00 AM – Race Starts (Wave 1)

• 10:30 AM – Course Closes & Post-Race Celebration / Awards Begin

🏊‍♂️ Course Information

Please familiarize yourself with the course maps online prior to race morning.

• Swim: A [Insert Distance, e.g., 400m] open-water swim. The course is marked by large buoys. Lifeguards and water safety personnel will be stationed throughout.

• Bike: A [Insert Distance, e.g., 12-mile] loop on open roads. Helmets are mandatory and must be buckled before you leave the transition area.

• Run: A [Insert Distance, e.g., 3.1-mile] flat course. Water and hydration stations will be available at every mile.

🚗 Arrival & Parking Info

• Arrive Early: We highly recommend arriving by 5:45 AM to allow ample time for parking, body marking, gear setup, and warm-up.

• Parking Location: Free participant parking is available at [Insert Parking Lot/Location Name].

• Road Closures: Please note that roads surrounding the main venue will close promptly at 6:45 AM for athlete safety. You will not be able to drive into the venue after this time.

🪪 Waivers & ID (Don't Forget!)

You must bring a valid photo ID to pick up your race packet.

• Under 18: Must have a parent or legal guardian present to sign their race waiver.

• USAT Members: If this is a USAT-sanctioned event, please have your USAT membership card (digital or physical) ready at check-in to avoid the one-day license fee.

• Note: You cannot pick up a packet for another athlete; every participant must check in individually.

🎒 What to Bring

• Your Photo ID

• Timing chip and race bib (provided at check-in)

• Goggles and bright swim cap (provided)

• Your bike, tuned up and ready to ride

• Bike pump (it’s always good to check your tires race morning!)

• Running shoes and socks

• Towel for your transition area station

• Nutrition (gels, bars) and water bottles for your bike/transition

👟 What to Wear

• Trisuit or Swimsuit: A tri-specific suit is best as it can be worn for the swim, bike, and run. Otherwise, form-fitting athletic wear that dries quickly works well.

• Wetsuits: A final water temperature reading will be taken race morning to determine if wetsuits are legally permitted.

• Race Bib: Must be worn facing forward on your shirt or a race belt during the run.

⚠️ Crucial Reminders

• Body Marking: Stop by the body marking station immediately after picking up your packet so volunteers can write your race number on your arms and legs.

• No Headphones: For your safety and the safety of those around you, headphones, earbuds, and personal audio devices are strictly prohibited on the course.

• Trash: Please respect the venue and the community. Pack out what you pack in, and only discard trash at designated aid stations.

NOTE A: Registrations placed October 1st or later will NOT include a shirt, but will still receive swag bags and be eligible for prize drawings & the finisher / winner medals. Past years' event shirts will be available for purchase ($5) if desired.

NOTE B: There will be NO paper registration forms for same-day registration. On race day, all registrations will be submitted online through this website so that racer data is in the system at race start. If you prefer to use the paper form, you can download it on the webpage below and drop it by Heartline on or before Thursday, October 8th so we can enter your registration manually.

RACE INFO / FAQ PAGE: https://heartlinepregnancycenter.org/donut-dash-5k/

HELP US REACH OUR $30,000 FUNDRAISING GOAL!

All Heartline services are free to clients, meaning we're entirely dependent on the generosity of our community to continue serving the most vulnerable hearts in our area - and the Donut Dash is one of our major fundraisers during the year. THANK YOU for taking part in this important work!

Heartline's 5K Walk/Run for Life Donut Dash starts and finishes at the Kosciusko Health Pavilion (1515 Provident Drive, Warsaw, IN) and winds through the picturesque Lake City Greenway. This year's event will be on Saturday, October 10, 2026 beginning at 10:00 am (check-in /packet pickup starts at 8:30am). Each participant who registers by September 30th will receive an event shirt in their size.

YES, THERE ARE MEDALS! Along with winner's medals for each gender/age group, ALL finishers get a medal!

Awards will be given for the top 3 male and female finishers in each age category. Awards are also given for the Donut Dash Champions: the top three male and female finishers who eat a donut at each station (10 and under are only required to eat donut holes). The Donut Dash is a timed event (Tempo Run Timing).

Age Categories: 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+