DSI Triathlon & Inclusive 4k

🏊‍♂️ Event Overview

The DSI Triathlon is a choose your own adventure type of triathlon that can be done as a solo, tandem, or relay race.

• Variety of Options: Racers can do just one event, any two, or the full triathlon from the segments listed below.
• Formats: Triathlon and Duathlon options can be done as teams or individuals.

🏞️ Triathlon Segments

• Paddle: 6k paddle (kayak, canoe, SUP)
• Bike: 12.5k mountain bike or 21k road bike
• Run: 6.4k run
• Inclusive Option: There is also an untimed inclusive and wheelchair or stroller friendly 4k run, walk, or wheel race.

⏰ Race Schedule

The race will begin with the paddle at 10:00. Racers doing the full triathlon will go through the transition zone at their own schedule. Racers who will be doing a Bike-Run Duathlon or only a Bike only single event will begin at Colvill Park at 10:45. Racers who will be doing a Paddle-Run Duathlon will go directly from their paddle through the transition zone and begin the fun. 6.4k run only racers will begin at Colvill Park at 11:15. More details about the transition zone and parking will become available prior to race day.

Course Map

Here is the: Course map

📍 Location

The 4k and Paddle races will start at Bay Point Park in Red Wing, MN at 10:00 am and each of the course segments is described in greater detail below. These races serve as a fundraiser for Red Wing-based Disability Support International (DSI) whose mission is to improve the lives of people with disabilities in developing countries so they can live life to the fullest. Find out more about our work at www.ds-interational.org and more about this event at www.ds-interational.org/events.

👩‍🤝‍👨 DSI Empowerment

All DSI Empowerers (monthly recurring donors) get free entry to either the Tri or 4k events! Learn more about joining this essential part of our DSI team at: www.ds-interational.org/empower-growth.

🌊 6k Paddle Segment

This race begins at 10:00 at Bay Point Park in Red Wing.

• Categories: Racers can enter in a solo or tandem division for the triathlon with past racers using kayaks, canoes, and stand up paddleboards.
• Course Start: Boaters will put in at the west boat launch and corral in the bay to the West of the park where a mass start will begin the race.
• Safety: All boaters must wear a USCG-approved life jacket during the competition.
• Rentals: Boat rentals are available from the Red Wing Environmental Learning Center. Contact Jason at rwelcjason@gmail.com

🏗️ Transition Zone

For the convenience of racers' logistics, there is only one transition zone for this race at Colvill Park.

• Parking: Racers will use the eastern-most parking lot next to the Community Pool.
• Designated Spaces: Each racer/team will have a designated parking space for their boat and bike.
• Transition Timing: Times will be taken as racers enter and exit the transition zone and no biking is allowed in the transition zone between the timing mats.
• Entry Point: Racers will enter the transition zone on the southwest corner of the parking lot.

🚴‍♀️ Bike Segment

Moutain Bike is the Dark Blue Route. Road Bike is the Purple Route

• Helmet Requirement: All racers are required to wear a bicycle helmet.
• Starts: Bike-run duathletes and bike only racers will begin with a mass start at Colvill at 10:45.
• Route Details: Racers will follow the trail counterclockwise around Colvill Park.
• Mountain Bike Path: Mountain Bike Racers will embark on a path with optional features that include ramps, jumps, berms, and more.

🏃‍♂️ Run Segment

Triathletes and Duathletes will begin their run as soon as they enter the transition zone from their previous race segment.

• Starting Time: Run only racers will start at 11:15 at Colvill Park.
• Course Details: The 6.4k run segment will have racers depart the Colvill Park transition zone.
• Route: The route will head up Nymphara Lane and turn right on East 7th Street.
• Finish Line: Racers will do a loop around Bay Point Park before the finish line.

🚶‍♀️ 4k Untimed Walk, Run/Walk/Wheel

This part of the event will happen at the same time as the triathlon, starting at Bay Point at the same time as the paddlers begin. This will be a self-timed, out and back route, following the path that runs along the river.

• Accessibility: The route is paved and relatively flat to accommodate strollers and mobility devices.
• Ages: Great for anyone who wants to participate, including families with young children and Special Olympics participants.
• Cost: Children 5 and under are free.

☔️ Weather Policy

Please note: The race is expected to happen rain or shine. There are no refunds after registration and payment have been completed.

📊 Results

2022 Results
Mountain Bike Results
Road Bike Results