When is the 2018 Newport Dunes Triathlon & Running Event?

The race will be held Sunday, November 4, 2018. Packet pickup will be both Saturday, November 3rd, from 2pm - 6 pm and Sunday, November 4 from 5:00 am - 6:40 am at Newport Dunes Beach Resort and Marina.  Bike check-in is only Sunday, November 4 starting at 5:00 am.

Where does Newport Dunes take place?

The race is located at the Newport Dunes Beach Resort and Marina, at 1131 Back Bay Drive in Newport Beach California.

Is there a parking fee at Newport Dunes Recreational Area?

Yes, Newport Dunes provides access and charges $10 in cash on race day.  There is no fee for packet pickup the day before. We can control a lot of things on race day but parking fees this isn't one of them.

Is there an age requirement to race the triathlon?  Running events?

All triathletes must be at least 7 years old [athlete's age on December 31st of the year of the event].  There is no age requirement for the running events.

   What kind of educational materials can I use to prepare for the race?

   12 Week Training Plan for Olympic and Sprint

   14 Week Training Plan for 70.3 Race

    What are the USAT rules for the event?

    USA TRIATHLON COMPETITIVE RULES

   MOST COMMON RULES VIOLATIONS

Can family members and/or friends check-in for me and pick-up my race packet?

No, only registered athletes are allowed to check-In. Please bring your photo ID and USAT card (if applicable) during designated check-in hours.

What is the race day schedule?

4:30 am - Volunteer & Sponsor Report Time
5:00 am - Newport Dunes Marina Opens + Athlete Check-In Opens + Transition Opens
​6:40 am - Athlete Check-In Closes
6:45 am - Transition Area Closed
6:50 am - Course Briefing (Sprint & Olympic)
6:57 am - The Star-Spangled Banner/National Anthem
7:00 am - Sprint Distance (Rolling Swim Start)
7:15 am - Olympic & Olympic Aquabike Distance (Rolling Swim Start)
8:00 am - 5K
11:00 am - Awards Ceremony
12:00 pm - All athletes must cross the finish line

Why is Newport Dunes such a great place to have a race?

Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort is a 110-acre resort located in Newport Beach, Orange County California.At the entrance to the Back Bay Nature Reserve and the Newport Beach Conservatory, Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort is the home to the premier RV Park and Marina in Southern California. Guests enjoy a mile of beach front property with amenities such as the waterpark, swimming, and a playground on the beach for the kids.

What is the likely water temperature?

68 degrees on race day.

Are wetsuits required?  

​Many athletes will chose not to wear a wetsuit especially for the Sprint distance when they weigh the time savings the wetsuit provides against the time loss getting the wetsuit removed.

 

   What is a rolling swim start?

  We are pleased to offer a rolling swim start.  Similar to larger running races athletes will be placed in corrals
with faster swimmers going earlier.  An athlete’s race time will begin when they go over the timing mat before entering the water.  Besides the advantages of avoiding the "washing machine" effect of a traditional wave start slower swimmers won't have to fear contact from faster swimmers in later waves and faster swimmers won't have to navigate through swimmers from earlier waves.  Athletes will self-seed based on their typical 100 yard swim time.

CORRAL 1:  Less than 1:15
CORRAL 2:  1:15 to 1:30
CORRAL 3:  1:30 to 1:45
CORRAL 4:  1:45 to 2:00
CORRAL 5:  2:00 to 2:30
CORRAL 6:  2:30 and above

How many & where are the Aid Stations located on the course?

The run course has aid stations approximately every mile serving water, bananas, pretzels and Coke.

When should I get to the park?  What about family & friends?

Athletes should get to Newport Dunes between 5am and 5:30am in order to have time to pick up their registration packets and get prepared in the transition area by 6:45am when the transition area closes..

Can I run with an iPod/headphones for the 5K & 10K only events?

For the triathlon events, there are no earphones allowed.  For the 5K and 10K, USATF, the national governing body of the sport, recently amended its ban on headphones, iPods and similar devices.  It is recommended that athletes keep only one ear bud in to be able to hear directions from race officials or emergency vehicles.

What are the triathlon age groups?  

There are 20 age groups: 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-15, 16-17, 18-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85+.

What are the running age groups?  

The top three male and female athletes will be recognized.

Awards will be given out for the following:

Triathlon - Olympic - Top 3 Overall Male & Female

Triathlon - Olympic Aquabike - Top 3 Overall Male & Female

Triathlon - Sprint - Top 3 Overall Male & Female

Triathlon - Olympic Relay - Top 3 Overall

Run - 5K - Top 3 Male & Female

 

    What are the most important things Cal Tri Events sponsors should know?

• ​Expo Area.  You should plan to either setup in the expo area on Saturday afternoon between 2-6pm or Sunday morning before 7am.

• Goodie Bags.  We are building 750 Cal Tri Events goodie bags.  Please send 750 units to : Cal Tri Events, 1139 W. Valley Blvd, Alhambra, CA 91803.  They need to be in hand NLT October 20.

• Venue Access.  Contact Anthony@CaliforniaTriathlon.org