Annie Oakley Buffalo Bill Triathlon & AquaBike

🏁 Race Overview

The Annie Oakley Buffalo Bill Triathlon & AquaBike will be held at Meeman Shelby Forest on Saturday, April 26, 2025, starting at 7:00 am.

We are super excited about the new venue and the introduction of the Olympic distance events for 2025. With its early season date, this event should make for a great way to kick off your triathlon season.

🎖️ Participant Perks

• Custom Tee: Triathletes will receive a custom Tee and finishers medal.
• Food: Enjoy a hamburger and hot dog lunch including watermelon, chocolate milk, and ice cream from Prairie Farms.
• Beer: Complimentary beverages by Hookpoint Brewing.
• Prize Opportunity: Event participants will receive a chance to win a Giant bike and bike gear, compliments of sponsor Bikes Plus. Participants must be present to win.

📍 Transition Area

The transition area will be located on the grassy area near the Nature Center at Poplar Tree Lake.

📅 Packet Pickup

• Thursday April 24, 2025: 3:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at Bikes Plus, 7124 Stage Road #115, Bartlett, TN 38133.
• Friday, April 25, 2025: 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. at Race Site.
• Saturday, April 26, 2025: 5:45 a.m. – 6:55 a.m. at Race Site.

✍️ Body Marking

Athletes will self body mark their own number with black permanent marker. Your race number should be marked on both the right and left outer shoulder, right and left outer thigh, and age or 'R' for relay on left calf.

📦 Chip Pickup

This will be available on Race Morning by the transition area. Bring your bib to pick up your chip.

🌊 Wetsuit Rental

Rent a wetsuit for the event here.

⚠️ Important Information

• Photo ID: Your photo ID is required to get your packet (unless you are a minor: then your guardian will need to present identification). No one else can get your packet, not even relay team members.
• Weather Policy: We will race if it is sunny, cloudy, or rainy but we will delay for lightning. No cancellations nor refunds.
• Water Stations: Water will be available at each mile of the run course and finish line.

🤝 Volunteers Needed

We are still looking for a few good volunteers. If you have a family member or friend who would like to join us, have them contact us. Volunteers are invited to join in the post-race food and beverages.

🔗 More Information

Main Race page: here.

For more details and to register, visit the official race page: here.