500 meter SWIM:

Snake swim in 50 meter outdoor pool. All swimmers will line up according to estimated swim time. A time trial start will begin at 7:30 AM starting with the fastest swimmers. A swimmer will start every 15 seconds until the last swimmer has gotten in the pool.

If you are going to pass someone, tap him or her on the foot. You may stop and rest in the pool but please do so out of the way of other swimmers. You may not make forward progress by pulling your self along the lane ropes. In accordance to USAT rules No flotation devices, flippers, etc. may be used that would give you an advantage over another swimmer.

15.6 mile Bicycle Course:

This course is 2 loops on county roads with controlled traffic. This is a challenging course with rolling hills and some climbing. No drafting is allowed (please see USAT rules listed on this site or go to www.usatriathlon.org) you have 15 seconds to make your pass. When riding stay as far right whenever possible keeping in mind you and other riders safety. The course will be traffic controlled and there will be motorcyclists with draft marshals on the course to make sure you are following the rules. Recumbent and tandem bikes are not allowed. All bicycles must be self propelled. Helmets are required.
View the Bike Course Map (2 loop course)

5k Run:

The 5k is an out and back/loop with an aid/water station at the turn around point. There will also be an aid/water station at the beginning of the run. This course is inside the Joplin Sports Complex and Shifferdecker Park Area and will be little to no traffic. Please make sure your race bib is visible at all times. RUN COURSE 

Transition:

Only paid participants are allowed in transition, no exceptions. Transition will close at 7:15 AM. After you exit the pool you will exit through the gate. All traffic into and out of transition is one way. You will run in the northeast corner and exit the south corner for both T1 and T2. There will be a mount/dismount line for the bicycle that you must observe. After the last racer has finished you may remove you gear from the transition area.

ALL USAT Rules are in effect. Please email if you have any questions on what is allowed. For a full list of triathlon rulesclick here.