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Join experienced race veterans and triathlon newcomers alike for the 40th year of the Hyannis Triathlon – part of the New England Triathlon Tour.
This is the longest-running triathlon on the East Coast — and after all these years, the accolades still continue:
- Named as one of the 20 Best Triathlons in the Nation by Men’s Health magazine (2016)
- Named one of The Most Amazing Triathlons to Do in the USA Today by The Culture Trip (2017)
- Voted one of the Top 5 Small Races Worldwide by the Triathlete’s Choice Awards (2018)
Both the Sprint and the Olympic races start and finish at picturesque, sandy Craigville Beach. It’s challenging — but still able to be completed by fitness enthusiasts who have trained for the distances. The atmosphere is special; the views are spectacular; and your satisfaction of accomplishment will last for a long time!
Massachusetts State Championships
June 12th’s Hyannis Triathlon has been designated as the State Championships for Massachusetts by the sport’s governing body: USA Triathlon.
Age groupers:
If you finish in the top 25% of your age group in the Olympic distance event, you will quality for the Age Group National Championships in Milwaukee on August 8.
Or: if you finish in the top 15% of your age group in the Hyannis Sprint distance race, you also qualify for the Age Group Nationals!
High Schoolers:
State championship awards will be given to the top three boys and top three girls in the Sprint race. Additionally, all high schoolers who compete on June 12 are qualified into the U.S. High School Championships on July 31 in West Chester, Ohio.
Learn more about the Massachusetts State Championships
Sprint Course Description
SWIM: 1/4 mile
A sandy, waist-deep start at Craigville Beach (expect temps in the upper 60s for Hyannis1; mid-70s for Hyannis2). The course is rectangular in shape (approx 150 yards between the two turns). Wave conditions over the years have ranged from glass-calm to a moderate chop; never “big surf” in the protected waters of Nantucket Sound.
BIKE: 10.2 miles
This “rolling hills” course leaves the shores of Craigville to enter into the historic village of Centerville, then winds its way through the villages of Osterville and Wianno before returning along a shoreside road to Craigville Beach. Single loop; and no duplication of any stretch of road!
RUN: 3.6 miles
The athletes head off toward Hyannisport, with a quarter-mile flat run evolving into a gradual climb for a quarter-mile, then a gentle rolling grade until the last mile which is a gentle downhill grade. A water stop is staffed by enthusiastic volunteers at the midpoint of the 3.6-mile run.
Olympic Course Description
SWIM: 0.9 miles
Likely temperatures will be in the upper 60s for Hyannis1; mid-70s for Hyannis2. The loop will be 0.4 miles and rectangular in shape. Athletes will make 2 continuous loops (staying in the water) until the end of the swim.
BIKE: 21 miles
The course is familiar to longtime racers of the sprint distance. The difference will be seen on the return to Centerville, when racers will turn left onto Bay Lane and head north to start the next loop on Bumps River Road. After visiting quaint Osterville once again the racers will follow Main Street to Centerville, and then turn right to decend on Craigville Beach Road to the transition area.
RUN: 6.2 miles
This 10k follows the sprint course, with the difference being that while the sprinters complete one loop and head home to the finish, the Olympians running west on Craigville Beach Road will come upon a U-turn which they will round for one more loop. The finish stretch is the same as the sprint course!
Race Information
Dates: Saturday, June 12, 2021 and Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021
Location: Craigville Beach, Centerville Village, Town of Barnstable MA
Start time: Olympic event: 7:00am; Sprint race: 7:30am
Packet pick-up and late registration: Friday evening 5-7pm at race site or 5:30-6:30am morning of race. All participants: bring photo ID and USAT card — if you have one. (Don't worry if you don't have an annual USAT membership — one-day waivers are available).
Triathlon fees:
Sprint: Adults $95 until May 15. Age 19 and under: $60 always
Olympic: Adults $130 until May 15. Age 19 and under: $70 always
Aquabike fees:
Sprint: Adults $85 until May 15. Age 19 and under: $60 always
Olympic: Adults $115 until May 15. Age 19 and under: $70 always
Relay Team fees:
Sprint: $150 until May 15
Olympic: $215 until May 15
Tri It Your Way (virtual): $35
Additional charges: Non-USAT members will be required to purchase a one-day event insurance license from USA Triathlon. Cost: $15
Registration deadline: On-line registration will close June 9 (Hyannis 1) and Sept 8 (Hyannis 2) at 5pm. Race weekend registration is not expected to be available.
Transfers: Private transfers will be allowed as long as both parties notify registration personnel by noon the Wednesday before race. There will be no refunds or wait list.
Water Conditions: Race director does reserve the right to substitute a beach run for the swim if water temperature is below 65 degrees, water quality tests indicate any health hazard, or if surf conditions are extremely rough.
Relay Teams: Yes! Your choice: 2-person or 3-person, male, female and co-ed.
Timing: Chip timed. Results link will be posted on this website and the race Facebook page.
USAT sanctioned: Results will count toward national and regional rankings. All USAT rules and regulations will apply. Racers are subject to time penalties or disqualification for infractions of USAT rules.
OLYMPIC & SPRINT DISTANCES
Our Olympic athletes will depart a half-hour before the Sprint, at 7am. Swim .9 , bike 21, run 6.2 miles. Our sprint athletes enter the water in a wave start beginning at 7:30. Swim a .25, bike 10, run 3.6 mile.
USAT SANCTIONED RACE
The Hyannis 1 and 2 Triathlons are USA Triathlon sanctioned events. Always look for triathlons that are sanctioned by USAT so you know that there is race director education and safety protocols in place. It also means that these races count towards your overall USAT ranking.
PARKING
Sprint distance athletes that need to leave before 9:00am: park at the lot on Craigville Beach Rd. (inland side) across from the registration tent. All other Sprint athletes and Olympic distance athletes: park at the main parking lot (beach side) adjacent to the transition area. A short walk to the race!
VOLUNTEERS
Volunteers are welcomed. Family members of racers encouraged to volunteer while watching the action. Priority parking, free T-shirt and refreshments. Please contact the volunteer coordinator by June 5 (Hyannis1) or Sept 5 (Hyannis2).
NO DOGS!
We all love our pets. But town regulations forbid dogs on or near the beach this time of the year. Leave the pooch at home!
AWARDS
Awards ceremony is tentatively scheduled for 10am day of race. Honors are presented to top three competitors in each age group (both male and female) as well as top Elites, Clydesdale/Athena, First-Timers, Male, Female and Mixed Relay Teams, and Aquabike. Those who cannot remain for the ceremony may designate someone else to receive their award, or can pick it up weekdays at New England Endurance's office in Brewster.
TRAVEL
For those traveling from afar, Cape Cod is awash with hotels, motor lodges, inns, bed and breakfasts, vacation cottages and AirBnB offerings. Find lodging here.
Choose from these race options:
Triathlon – Age Group Competitors
Match yourself against others in your age group (5-year intervals) for this 400-yard swim, 10.2-mile bike and 3.6-mile run.
Triathlon – “Casual” Competitors
Want to relax and enjoy the day? Start the swim leg with friends and family — no matter what their ages? Or simply complete, not compete? This is the category for you! Keep in mind that you will not be eligible for age group awards or USAT rankings.
Triathlon – First-Timers
Swim with others who are in their first season of this sport. All of you will receive the complete and singular focus of our water safety team!
Triathlon – Clydesdale/Athena
220-lb men; 165-lb women. Our strapping athletes are a crowd favorite. Show us what can be accomplished with a little determination!
Triathlon – Elites
Professionals and other premier athletes are encouraged to race in this division. You do not need to request permission before signing up…we trust you!
Aquabike
Two choices here. Sprint: 400-yard swim and 10.2-mile bike time trial. Olympic: 1580-yard swim, 21 mile bike ride. No run. Perfect for those injured, running impaired, or training for future 70.3s and 140.6 events!
Relay Teams
Six categories for the Sprint race, six for the Olympic: All women; all men; and co-ed for each 2-person and 3-person teams. A perfect way to enjoy a wonderful morning with training partners, friends and family!
Tri It Your Way
This is a virtual category but you receive the same swag and recognition as if you were with us in person.
HYANNIS 1 TRIATHLON: June 12, 2021
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
SUNDAY, June 6
7:00 pm: A pre-race meeting for all athletes via Zoom. Participate by computer device or phone conference call. Registered athletes will be emailed with login instructions one week prior, and again the morning of the meeting.
FRIDAY, June 10
5-7 pm: On-site registration or packet pick-up. If you are pre-registered, don't forget to bring a legal ID and -- if you're a member -- your USAT ID card!
SATURDAY, June 12
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