The Great River Challenge, Off-road Triathlon

Race Location

• Venue: Northfield Mountain Recreation Center
• Address: 99 Millers Falls Rd., Northfield, MA 01360

Event Overview

• Type: Off-road triathlon (paddle, run, bike)
• Safety: Safety measures on land and water, with water stations throughout the course
• Timing: Accurate segment and transition times by Fast Track Timing using timing chips

Long Course Details

• Paddle Distance: 5.5 miles on the Connecticut River
• Running Distance: 4 miles of single track trails
• Bike Distance: 7.5 miles on single track trails

Short Course Details

• Paddle Distance: 4 miles on the Connecticut River
• Running Distance: 2.5 miles of single track trails
• Bike Distance: 3.75 miles on single track trails

Kayak/Canoe/SUP Leg

• Course: 5.5 mile race on the Connecticut River
• Start: Group mass start at waterfront Pavilion
• Navigation: Wide river with buoy markers for upstream/downstream
• Assistance: Volunteers available at the dock to help with boats

Transitions

1st Transition

• Procedure: Bring your boat up the ramp; volunteers will shuttle your boat
• Next Step: Run to the transition zone across the timing pad
• Relay Teams: Special corral available for team continuity

2nd Transition

• Access: Cross over mat to find your bike or teammate
• Exit: Run your bike across exit mat to the Mountain Bike Course

Run Leg

• Distance: 4 miles (700ft of climbing)
• Path: Mixed road and trails leading to the Northfield Mountain Recreational Center
• Terrain: Packed gravel trails and single-track hiking trails
• Difficulty: Significant climbs with predominantly downhill finish

Bike Leg

• Distance: 7.5 miles (850ft of climbing)
• Trails: Single track with a mix of woods and climbs
• Topography: Includes a fast descent into the grass to the finish line
• Short Course: 3.75 miles (430ft of climbing)

Registration Note

• Deadline: Register before September for correct shirt size

For more information, visit the race page: The Great River Challenge Off-road Triathlon.