Race Day
Water temperature could be between 64 and 68 degrees, so a wetsuit is recommended for those competing in the lake swim. No wetsuits allowed if competing in pool swim. A triathlon wetsuit is the only way to go. Unfortunately you may have trouble finding one, especially us Wyoming residents, so I recommend getting yours now as you won't find a triathlon wetsuit offered by any of the Cheyenne merchants. Wetsuit should cover your shoulders and neck to prevent the wetsuit from catching water like a sail, yet loose enough in your shoulders to allow comfortable arm movement. Try Sports Authority, Sierra Trading Post, or Runners Roost in Co. 3xFast, in Loveland, CO., rents both wetsuits and tri bikes. Contact the store at 970-667-3999, their website address is www.3xfast.com or email them at info@3xfast.com. 3xFast will let you reserve your wetsuit online. And one of the race sponsors, Rock on Wheels, here in Cheyenne, also rents out some great triathlon bikes. Contact the store at 307-637-0020. Don't worry if you don't have a tri bike, because road bikes and mountain bikes are allowable. But no IPods, walkmans, etc are allowed on any portion of the course. That's a USAT rule!!
Note that bicycle helmets are required. Bicycle helmets must be undamaged and unaltered, and must meet or exceed the safety standards of the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Helmets manufactured prior to March 10, 1999 must meet or exceed the safety standards of the American National Standard Institute (ANSI Z-90.4) or the Snell Memorial Foundation. Please see www.usatriathlon.org for a complete list of all triathlon rules.
Make sure you have a water bottle on your bike, as there are no aid stations on the bike course. Splash pools will be set up along the transition area to rinse your feet after you before entering the transition area. Rock on Wheels will be on hand race day to provide minor adjustments and will have other merchandise for sale, such as tubes!!! Lions Park has a lot of grassy areas and large trees to relax under but you may want to bring your folding lawn chairs for extra comfort. And for you pet lovers, dogs are allowed in Lions Park but must be on a leash at all times. Please pick up after your pet to keep the park clean for others. Thank you.