Race Weekend Details
Packet Pickup
NOTE: participants must show their ID at packet pick-up in order to get their packets. No exceptions.
Friday packet pick-up is from 3-7pm. Gordy's Showroom. 320 Lake Street Fontana, WI
Course talks on Friday, at 4pm, 5pm and 6pm. (Scheduled for 1/2 hour each) Cobalt Lounge in Gordy's 336 Lake Street Fontana, WI
Saturday packet pick-up is from 5:15-6:30am. Gordy's Showroom. 320 Lake Street Fontana, WI
Transition area opens up at 5:30am and closes at 6:45am for both races
Saturday warm-up swim: 6:35am-6:50am
Saturday morning Pre-Race briefing: 6:50am on the beach near the swim start
Race Course closes at 12:30pm
Sprint Athletes will be able to pick up their bikes and gear after the last Olympic biker finishes
Once,again, Ben's Cycles from Milwaukee will be providing their top notch mechanics to help athletes out on race morning in the transition, as well as roving the course during the race. Thanks, Ben's!!
Special Offer from Gordy's Boathouse Restaurant:
Gordy's will be offering a 10% discount on food for race participants and their family dining on Friday night before the race! They have an awesome menu...check it out as well as other info about the restaurant HERE. In order to receive the discount, the race participant needs to show either their race packet/bib number or their emailed registration confirmation. Thank you Gordy's!!
Special Saturday morning service!
Many thanks to The Coffee Mill, who will be providing for purchase, delicious hot and cold beverages, awesome bakery and service with a smile!!! They will be located near the Gazebo in the park near the Finish Line starting at 5:30am. Best coffee and bake shop for miles around!
Wave Assignments, Start times and Cap colors (subject to change)
SPRINT
1. 7:00 Men 34 & Under, Relays Yellow
2. 7:04 Women 39 & under Pink
3. 7:08 Women 40+ Blue
4. 7:12 Men 35-49 Purple
5. 7:16 Men 50+ Silver
OLYMPIC
6. 7:25 Men 34 & Under, Relays Yellow
7. 7:29 Women 39 & Under Pink
8. 7:33 Women 40+ Blue
9. 7:37 Men 35-49 Purple
10. 7:41 Men 50+ Silver
Other Details
- Aid stations on run course every 1.5 miles with water and Gatorade.
- Bike racking is same day as the race
Post Race Food and Party
There will be a Post Race Party with food, beverage and music starting at 9:30 am Race Day
The Big Foot Lions Club will be hosting the athlete meal with food and beverage plus additional food and drink for purchase!
It's going to be a great party before the Awards Ceremony!!
Lodging
The Abbey Resort will again be offering a discount to race participants.
To make reservations guests may phone in their reservation requests to the following number: 262-275-9000. It is important to identify yourself as part of The Fontana Triathlon and provide the Abbey with guest names, requested room type, requested bed type (i.e. king/double queen) and check-in and check-out dates. Any requests for special room arrangements must be made at the time of this call.
You can also book your reservation on the link for the room block: Fontana Triathlon 2024
All reservations must be made by August 1st, 2024 in order to receive the discounted rate of $259.
In addition, Below is a site to search hotels in the Fontana/Lake Geneva area (copy and paste into your browser):
Parking Lot Map
Click the icon below to download the attached PDF.