Race Tips Archives - Grand Rapids Triathlon

Triathlon Transition Tips – Part 2

The Transition Set Up: Pick a good place to rack your bike. Rack with the seat/saddle. Place your glasses inside your bike helmet. Lay down...

Grand Rapids TriathlonApril 8, 2012

Beginner Triathlete Race Tips Triathlon Training

Drafting – Ignorance is No Excuse

By: Roxane Kruse, USA Triathlon Certified Coach Did you know that drafting is one of the top 10 most-violated rules in triathlon?Is this because triathlon...

Grand Rapids TriathlonMarch 5, 2012

Beginner Triathlete Race Tips Transition

Triathlon Transition Tips – Part 1

Triathlon Transition Tips Most triathletes spend the bulk of their training time focused on the three events: swimming, cycling, and running. But the transition between...

Grand Rapids TriathlonJune 2, 2011

The Grand Rapids Triathlon's flat, fast course is ideal for the new and experienced triathlete alike. Enjoy a beautiful swim in the lake-like Thornapple River, ride the flat country-road bike course then run our the scenic, shaded run course with loads of local support. It’s the largest triathlon in Michigan and offers Super Sprint, Sprint, Olympic and Half distances in addition to Aquabike, Duathlon, Relays, and Swim-Only events. Come experience a world-class event in Grand Rapids, MI in June!

Race Location: Ada Park - 1116 Buttrick Ave SE, Ada, MI 49301

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