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September 26-27, 2026

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In Case Of Emergency

Emergency Contact: Sam Smith - (720)297-9947

In case of a potential life-threatening emergency:

Call 911 immediately and then call Sam Smith

For Minor injuries or any questions/concerns:

Please have the general location and bib number, then call Sam Smith

frequently asked questions

When is packet pickup?  

Friday, September 25th: 4:00pm-7:00pm @HIghline Lake State park

Saturday, September 26th:  6:30am-8:00am (7:30am for sprint) @highline lake state park

Sunday, September 27th: 6:30am-8:00am @highline lake state park

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Can I get a refund or defer to 2027?

No refunds. Deferals must be requested by 9/4.

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What are the distances for each race?

olympic road: 15ooM swim, 40k bike, 10k run

Sprint road: 750m swim, 20k bike, 5k run

off-road sprint: 750m swim, 23k bike, 5k run

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is there a water station on course?

Yes, the run course will have one water station located approximately 1.5miles in. sprint distance will pass twice and olympic distance will pass four times.

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Is there a relay race?

yes, teams of 2-3 may enter the relay race in any distance. each member will tag their teammate while in the transition zone.

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where is the transition zone?

the transition zone is located in the grass area above the swim beach and below the parking lot through the east entrance.

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what is the schedule for the weekend?

Saturday, September 26th

6:30am - transition area opens

8:00am - olympic race start

9:15am - sprint race start

11:30am - awards

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Sunday, september 27th

6:30am - transition area opens

7:30am - collegiate sprint race start

9:15am - off-road race start

9:30am - collegiate awards

11:00am - awards

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are bike racks assigned?

no, transition area is first come first serve. on Sunday there will be a collegiate only section.

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what will the water temperature be? Can i wear a wetsuit?

water temperature is expected to be mid 62-68 degrees. wetsuits are legal.

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where and when do i get my chip and body markings?

chip pickup and body marking must be done at least 15 minutes prior to race start at the registration table.

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Are people allowed to spectate?

Yes, spectators are allowed. all spectators should enter through the west entrance and walk over to race start or along the course.

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What will be available post race?

Bagels, bananas, light snacks, and water will be available at the finish area after the race.​​​​​​​

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Is camping still available?

 please email info@grandjunctionsports.org.

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