Race Overview:
Participants will kick off the race with a 1.5-mile paddle in a kayak or canoe, starting from the beachfront and following the scenic, protected waters of Glimmerglass Bay on Otsego Lake. After reaching the beach, racers will transition to the bike portion, where their bikes will be staged near the lakefront pavilion. The 18-mile bike ride heads north of the park along quiet secondary roads. Once the biking leg is complete, racers will begin the final stretch: a 5K run that crosses the historic Hyde Hall foot bridge and winds through Glimmerglass State Park. (Note: the run distance has been shortened from 10K to 5K this year.)
Want to race with friends? Choose the team option and divide the race into segments for a 3- or 4-person team—each member can take on one discipline for a fun and collaborative experience!
Paddle
- Distance: 1.5 miles
- Type: Kayak or canoe
- Route: Starts at the beachfront, follows Glimmerglass Bay on Otsego Lake
Bike
- Distance: 18 miles
- Route: North of the park on secondary roads
- Transition: Begins at the lakefront pavilion after the paddle
Run
- Distance: 5K (changed from a 10K )
- Route: Includes Hyde Hall foot bridge, mostly within Glimmerglass State Park
Team Option
- Format: 3 or 4 person teams
- Benefit: Split the race disciplines among teammates for a shared experience
Discipline Routes:
Paddle route - https://us.mapometer.com/canoeing/route_5487093.html
Bike route - https://us.mapometer.com/cycling/route_5487095.html
Run route - https://us.mapometer.com/running/route_5487096.html
Event Info:
Packet Pickup: Participant packets can be picked up on Friday from 3 to 6 pm, or Saturday from 6:00 - 8am at Glimmerglass State Park
Day of Registration: Participants will be able to register at packet pickup on Friday night from 5-7pm or on Saturday from 6-8am on Saturday morning at Glimmerglass State Park.
Equipment Staging: Bikes and kayaks/canoes can dropped off in staging areas Saturday morning only from 6-8am.
Participants are required to provide their own equipment for the race (bikes, kayaks/canoes, flotation devices, etc). Rentals available through registration process.
Canoe & Kayak Rentals and Sales are offering canoe and kayak rentals for any racer needing one. Simply go to the registration page and a question will lead you to the rental.
Start Time: Race will kick of at 9am with the paddle portion followed by the bike, then the run. ****Expect rough water and plan accordingly****
Aid Stations: Water stations will be positioned along the running route.
What's Included:
- Official timing from the Clark Sports Center Events Team
- Commemorative race sweatshirt for participants that register before April 15th!
- Finisher medal
- Food/free beer for those 21 and over
- Race afterparty
- A guarenteed good time!
Safety:
Paddlers must wear approved flotation vests and will be checked at canoe/kayak staging area. Otsego lake can and probably will have rough water so plan accordingly.
Bikers must wear helmets and will be checked at bike staging area.
Other:
- More rules and event details will be added so check back periodically
- No refunds will be provided.
- Bring Your Friends!
