The San Diego Triathlon Classic features San Diego’s only true Olympic Distance Race consisting of a 1500m flat-water protected swim, a 40k hilly bike course, and a 10k flat run. Participants will have the opportunity to swim in the NTC boat canal, a flat and protected portion of beautiful San Diego Bay. Next, they will race their bikes from Liberty Station through the Naval Submarine Base at Point Loma, and up to Cabrillo National Park where breathtaking views of Mexico, downtown San Diego, and the rugged mountains to the east await. The San Diego Triathlon Classic provides riders the rare opportunity to ride through the Naval Base at Point Loma, situated on San Diego Bay across the water from the City Center. The run course takes participants throughout San Diego’s newest Parks and Rec addition, NTC Park at Liberty Station, a historic and culturally vibrant area of central San Diego.
The San Diego Triathlon Classic boasts the most spectator friendly transition and course areas in all of Southern California. A unique multi-loop course allows spectators, families, and friends to see participants multiple times during the course of the event, as well as at the finish line. In addition to the beautiful views of the downtown skyline and San Diego Bay, there are restaurants, coffee shops, hotels, a children’s playground, additional park space, and additional shopping opportunities within walking distance of the start/finish area.
The San Diego Triathlon Classic is a USAT sanctioned event. All athletes must abide by the USAT Rules. Click on the USAT logo for a copy of the rules. Please read them and abide by them. Failure to do so will result in penalties or disqualification.
COURSE MAPS
Olympic Distance Course Details:
TIME: The Olympic Distance race will start at 6:30 am sharp.
SWIM: The swim is a 1500 meter rectangular course in calm San Diego Bay. Water temps are generally in the high 60s so wetsuits are recommended. Entry and exit to the water is adjacent to the transition area and will be accomplished through the use of stairs with volunteers standing by to assist.
BIKE: The bike course is a very
challenging and hilly 40 km route. Racers will have the rare
opportunity to ride through the Naval Base at Pt. Loma before ascending
McLelland Dr. to Cabrillo National Monument. A left turn at the top of
the hill will take riders to the lighthouse turn-around where sweeping views of the San Diego skyline and Mexico to the south await them. After a quick
ride on the up and down rollers of Catalina Ave. the racers will be descending down
Canon St. Racers will repeat the portion of the course that runs
through the base and Cabrillo before returning to Liberty Station via
Scott St. and Harbor Drive.
Turn by Turn (bike course):
Exit transition and turn left on Cushing
Left Laning
Right Harbor Dr.
Veer Left to Scott St.
BEGIN LAP 1 at Avenida de Portugal
Right Bessemer, Left Rosecrans
Pass thru Base Entrance
Right McLelland
Left Catalina
At end of Catalina, round about within park, return on Catalina to Canon
Right Canon
Left Evergreen
Right Avenida de Portugal
Right Scott
BEGIN LAP 2
Repeat course as above for lap 1
End of Lap 2 turn Left on Scott from Avenida de Portugal
Veer right onto Harbor Dr.
Left Laning
Right Cushing
Circle Ingram Plaza
Left Farragut
Enter Transition
Due to the heightened security in and around Naval Base Pt. Loma, no pre-riding of the course will be allowed. Also, on race day, no civilian spectators will be allowed on base, only athletes and race support vehicles. We understand that many athletes prefer to preview a bike course, but please understand that we are very fortunate to be able to use Naval Base Pt. Loma for the bike portion of the San Diego Triathlon Classic and ask that you respect the wishes of the base both prior to, and during, race day.
RUN: The run course will consist of two 5km laps within NTC Park at Liberty Station. Runners will go around a landlocked Naval Ship, the USS Recruit, run alongside the water canal, and next to beautiful Ingram Plaza before finishing near the transition area.
Courses are subject to change unexpectedly, at the Race Director's discretion. All distances are approximate, but within USAT requirements. Race may be cancelled, postponed, or altered with no refunds given due to earthquakes, terrorism threats (perceived or real), terrorism acts, wildfire, police activity, or any other natural disturbance.
Point Loma Aquatic Center's mission is to create a community gathering place for Peninsula and San Diego
residents of all ages and abilities — a safe space to develop stronger
relationships between San Diego families — to encourage healthy
physical and competitive activity through aquatic programs, to provide
essential swim and water safety instruction, and to offer leadership
and career training opportunities in the aquatics and water safety
industries. Visit the PL Aquatic Center Foundation site HERE for more information or email plfamilyswim@aol.com.
Moment Sporting Events and the San Diego Triathlon Classic are pleased to support our race benefactors.
EXPO
Friday, September 17th from 2:00PM to 7:00PM at the southeastern lawn adjacent to Cushing and Farragut Rd.
The expo is manditory for all race participants. You will pick up race materials (swim cap, timing chip, race numbers, and race t-shirts) at this time. Waivers must be signed and you must show your USAT membership card, or pay the $10 single-day membership.
VIP check in on Saturday (race day) is available if you are unable to attend. A $30 fee applies. Email race@momentcyclesport.com for details.
Need a Hotel for the weekend? The preferred hotel of the San Diego Triathlon Classic is located adjacent to the transition area! Wake up and walk straight out onto the race course, and receive a great deal!
The Courtyard Marriott has a block of rooms reserved for Classic participants. The discounted rate is $115 for a queen/queen room OR a King room with pullout sofa (Standard rate of $199). Mention "San Diego Triathlon Classic" when making reservations by calling 619-221-1900. Room, tax and incidental charges will be the responsibility of each individual guest upon check in.
