Question 1

What distances does the Tri Community Tri event offer?

Accepted Answer

The event includes four race formats: Sprint Triathlon (425-yard swim, 15-mile bike, 5K run), Super Sprint Triathlon (125-yard swim, 7-mile bike, 1.5-mile run), Relay Sprint Triathlon, and Kids Triathlon (75-yard swim, 1.2-mile bike, 0.5-mile run for participants under 15). All distances feature rolling terrain and rural roads with minimal traffic through Pima's neighborhoods.

Question 2

How are awards distributed at the Tri Community Tri?

Accepted Answer

The event awards three deep medals to overall male and female winners in each distance category, as well as to the top three finishers in each 5-year age bracket (male and female). The Kids Triathlon awards medals to the top three finishers in 5-year age brackets for participants under 15.

Question 3

Is the Tri Community Tri a nonprofit event, and where do proceeds go?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the Tri Community Tri is a recognized nonprofit organized entirely by volunteers. All proceeds are reinvested into the race for future years, with remaining funds donated to the local community; donations to the event are tax deductible.

Question 4

What is the setting and terrain like for the Tri Community Tri?

Accepted Answer

The event takes place in Pima, a rural southeastern Arizona town with approximately 3,000 residents and minimal vehicle traffic. The swim occurs in the public pool near town center, the bike course features a 15-mile ride with rolling hills and wildlife viewing opportunities outside town, and the run winds through quiet neighborhood streets.

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