The Prairie Triathlon
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Event Overview
The Prairie Triathlon at NorthPointe is a multi-sport event held in Roscoe, Illinois. The competition features both individual and team relay categories. Participants complete a swim, bike, and run course that traverses local roads and campus trails. Proceeds from the entry fees benefit the Stateline Boys & Girls Club.
Course Details
The triathlon consists of three distinct segments:
- 350-yard swim: Conducted in a seven-lane pool where participants swim one lap per lane.
- 17-mile bike: An open course on country roads through Winnebago and Boone Counties.
- 3.1-mile run: Held on campus trails featuring a surface of blacktop and crushed limestone.
The transition area and bike corral serve as the hub for switching between the swimming, cycling, and running disciplines.
Registration and Logistics
Registration is conducted in advance, and no entries are accepted on the day of the race. The event includes a packet pickup window on the Friday evening before the race, as well as on the morning of the event at NorthPointe Wellness.
The site also hosts a free fun fair with activities designed for children. This fair runs concurrently with the morning race events at the NorthPointe campus. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
