DSI Triathlon & Inclusive 4k

🏊‍♂️ Race Overview

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

• Event options: Racers can do just one event, any two, or the full triathlon.
• Types: Triathlon and Duathlon options can be done as teams or individuals.

🏅 Triathlon Segments

• Paddle: 6k (kayak, canoe, SUP)
• Biking: 12.5k mountain bike or 21k road bike
• Running: 6.4k run
• Inclusive Option: An untimed wheelchair or stroller-friendly 4k run, walk, or wheel race.

🕙 Race Schedule

• Paddle start: 10:00 am
• Bike-Run Duathlon or Bike only: Starts at Colvill Park at 10:45 am
• Paddle-Run Duathlon: Begins after the paddle segment.
• 6.4k run only: Starts at Colvill Park at 11:15 am.

🗺️ Course Map

Here is the Course map.

🏞️ Start Location

The 4k and Paddle races will start at Bay Point Park in Red Wing, MN at 10:00 am.

This event serves as a fundraiser for Red Wing-based Disability Support International (DSI).

• Mission: Improve the lives of people with disabilities in developing countries.
• More info: www.ds-interational.org
• Event details: www.ds-interational.org/events

🏆 Participant Perks

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.

• Divisions: Solo or tandem.
• Types of boats: Kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddleboards.
• Parking: Participants will park in the overflow parking lot across the road from Bay Point Park.
• Life Jacket: All boaters must wear a USCG-approved life jacket during the competition.

🏁 Transition Zone

A guide of the transition zone will be available in the race packet.

• Location: Colvill Park.
• Instructions: Racers will use the eastern-most parking lot next to the Community Pool.
• Designated parking: Each racer/team will have a designated parking space for their boat and bike.
• Transition procedures: No biking is allowed in the transition zone between the timing mats.

🚴‍♂️ Bike Segment

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

• Start: Triathletes will begin their bike immediately after finishing their paddle.
• Helmet: All racers are required to wear a bicycle helmet.
• Trails: Mountain bikers will navigate through bluff top prairies and single-track trails.
• Road biking route: Includes scenic Flower Valley Road with a railroad crossing.

🏃‍♀️ Run Segment

Triathletes and Duathletes will begin their run as soon as they enter the transition zone.

• Run start: 11:15 at Colvill Park for run-only racers.
• Route: Follows sidewalks, traffic-controlled intersections, and a tunnel under Hwy 61.
• Finish: Includes a loop around Bay Point Park before crossing the finish line.

🚶‍♂️ 4k Untimed Walk, Run/Walk/Wheel

This event will happen at the same time as the triathlon.

• Route: Self-timed, out and back path along the river.
• Accessibility: Paved and flat to accommodate all ages and abilities.
• Cost: Children 5 and under are free.
• Weather policy: Race expected rain or shine: no refunds after registration.

📊 Past Results

• 2022 Results: Mountain Bike Results, Road Bike Results
• 2021 Results: Mountain Bike Results, Road Bike Results

🌐 More Information

For more details about the DSI Triathlon, visit the official race page.