Schedule of Events
Be a part of Calgary’s longest running annual duathlon! Our awesome volunteers make the day fun by ensuring you stay on course, cheering you on and serving you lunch after the race. The race will start from the Station Flats parking area and take you west along the Elbow Valley/Sulphur Springs trail for 3.5km before heading back to the transition area at Station Flats. The bike is an out and back south/west on Highway 66 with lots of rolling hills (19k), followed by a shorter 3.5km loop on the Tom Snow Trail to finish the race. See Course Map. *Trail Run: these are not your typical city trails with nice groomed, even shale paths. You are in the back country where the trails have loose gravel, rocks, tree roots, uneven terrain, hills, water, cow patties etc. So make sure to get out and do some “trail” running before the race. Get those ankles nice and strong! Still not sure if this race is for you? Here’s what others had to say: “This is the best race that I have done in all the years I have raced. So much fun and very well organized. All the other athletes and volunteers were awesome as well. Thanks gang” “It was a fun atmosphere yet also very well organized. I liked how there was no waiting around for draw prizes or awards. Excellent post-race meal as well.” “It was my first time at this race and it was well organized and a lot of fun! ” “Great venue, trails were good, scenic ride with a challenging hill climb. Lots of volunteers who were awesome, energetic, and encouraging” ”It was great, everyone was really supportive, the course was challenging, the announcer was great at the finish line, it was a great day! Thank you for all that you did for this race!” Date: Sunday, September 10, 2023 Times: 8:00am – Athlete Check-in Distances: 3km run, ~19km bike, 7km run Terrain Cycling Route: paved highway Please note that we are racing on roads that are open to the public. PLEASE use caution while racing. We will control traffic with pylons, signage and volunteers but we are unable to stop traffic and you are ultimately responsible for your own safety. View Course Map . Station Flats at race venue. Currently Package pick up will be on race day only at Station Flats from 8:00-9:30am. Race Support Bag/gear check: Available near athlete check in table. See FAQ on how it works. First Aid: There will be a First Aid tent beside the food tent and all course marshals have first aid kits and will be able to assist you. A first aid vehicle will travel the road for assistance during the cycle portion. Bike Support: A tent will be set up before the race for minor bike maintenance. During the race, there will be one vehicle equipped with basic bike maintenance gear available for road side assistance. Bike racks will be available in the transition area for you. Timing Chips: All athletes must check in the morning of the race to get their ankle timing chip. Relay team partners will also receive a chip. Washrooms: Outhouses available.
*Trail Run, Road Bike, *Trail Run
Sunday September 10, 2023
Station Flasts past Bragg Creek, Alberta (west of Calgary)PARTICIPANT LOVE
“This was the third year and the race was awesome as always. Every detail was covered. Wonderful food and goodies; all the courses are fun and challenging; amazing participant support from bikes, bag check-in, easy registration, complete information updates, finish announcer, transition set-up; the volunteers who make it possible were all knowledgeable, friendly and helpful; and the sponsor support much appreciated. All that yet I love how the race directors keep things simple and low key.”DETAILS
Location:
Station Flats near Bragg Creek
Off Highway 66 outside of Calgary, AB
Map & Directions
9:50am – Warm-up
10:00am – RACE START
11:30am – Food
12:00pm’ish – Awards/Prizes
COURSE MAP
Running Route: hiking trail, hills, loose rocks, gravel, tree roots, water, cow patties. You’re in the back country, so expect everything.
Our course maps are found here.
PARKING & SPECTATORS
RACE PACKAGE PICK-UP