Event Description
Welcome to the 21st year of the Hudson Valley Triathlon Club and it’s Summer Tri Series. Join us for this Sprint Triathlon we think you will find challenging and a whole lot of fun! Great for individuals and relay teams of all levels. Held in the gorgeous setting of the Kenneth L. Wilson State Park near Woodstock, NY. Two hours north of NYC and one hour south of Albany.
Hudson Valley Triathlon Club (HVTC) Summer Tri Series
400m swim, 12 mile bike and 2 mile run. USAT sanctioned
Paratriathletes are welcomed! AquaBike option offered to individuals only, not relay teams.
Race just one of this three-race series or all three. Points are earned at every race and the Champion down to place #5, male/female, are honored at the end of the season.
SWIM COURSE:
A quick 400m triangular course swim in the mountain stream filled lake. On shore start. Wet suit legal. Certified lifeguard kayak support.
BIKE COURSE:
It’s hilly, really fun and a great challenge for every level rider.
The twelve mile course is all right hand turns.
Out of the Park turn right onto Wittenberg Road,
Right turn onto Coldbrook Road,
Right turn onto Route 28,
Right turn onto Route 212,
Right turn into Wilson State Park
SAG vehicle on course. Course is NOT closed to traffic.
RUN COURSE:
The bumpy two mile run is held entirely within the State Park.
Stocked aid station in transition and at the turn-around point with Hammer Nutrition products and water.
The race can be entered as a relay team of 2 or 3 members; each completing 1-2 of the event legs.
PARKING:
If you are not a New York State Empire Pass holder, there is a $6 fee to enter the park. Parking is abundant and within the race site.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
Wednesday - 2023; June 14, July 12, August 16 - 3:00pm - 5:30pm - Check-in & transition open
- 5:30pm - Pre-race meeting mandatory at the water front
- 5:45pm - Race start
This is a USAT sanctioned event and all participants must be a current member or purchase one-day event coverage at registration. $15 for adults, $10 for 17-Under.
DIVISIONS & AWARDS:
Triathlon - Top 3 Overall Male and Female; M/F 5 year age groups 19&U - 80+
Paratriathletes - Top 3 Overall Male and Female
AquaBike - Top 3 Overall Male and Female
Relay Teams - Top 3 Overall
POST RACE:
Race Give-A-Way
Beer Zone supplied by Southern Tier Brewing Company (must be 21 years of age)
Food provided by Wilson Endurance Sports.
RULES:
Race is held Rain or Shine.
Only registered participants allowed on the course. No dogs!
There is NO refund for this event. However, with ADVANCE notice, you may defer to another Wilson Endurance Sports event or next years race. You must speak with Tonia Wilson directly via email at tonia@coachmarkwilson.com or 716-353-1288.
Any questions on the course or race please contact Race Director, Mark H. Wilson, via email CoachMarkWilson@gmail.com or 914-466-9214.
Wilson Endurance Sports strives to bring you a fun, challenging event in beautiful settings all around New York State and one in Connecticut. We host a full calendar that can be viewed on the Races & Events page of our website at www.CoachMarkWilson.com Athlete centered, grass-roots racing is what we are all about.
Volunteers are always needed and appreciated!
Hudson Valley Triathlon Club race routes:
Bike: https://www.strava.com/routes/305020
Run: https://www.strava.com/routes/12361773
IMPORTANT: Do NOT use the address for Kenneth L. Wilson State Park in a GPS, it takes you to the wrong location; instead, please follow these directions. Also note that there is very limited cell service in this area.
From Thruway Exit 19 at Kingston - take first right turn off traffic circle to Route 28, proceed approximately 21 miles west on Rte. 28 to Mt. Tremper, turn right on to Rte. 212, 1/2 mile to 4-way intersection. Turn right again on Wittenberg Road (County Rte. 40). The campsite is approximately 4 miles on the right side.
Alternate Route: Route 28, west turn right at Rte. 375, to Rte. 212, turn left off Rte. 212 at Bear's Cafe on to Rte. 45, turn right onto County Rte. 40. Campground is on the left side of road.
