Supersprint Race Info

DIVVY WAVE

One hundred entries are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Participating athletes will receive use of Chicago’s famous Divvy bikes for the 6.2 mile (10K) SuperSprint bike course. Athletes will also swim .23 miles (375 meters) and run 1.5 miles (2.5K) as part of the race.

The program is perfect for runners, swimmers and other single-sport athletes who are curious about triathlons, but aren’t quite ready to invest in the equipment. All participants in the Divvy Wave will be timed against each other, with top winners to receive special Divvy trophies.

Divvy bikes will be available for pickup onsite in a special transition area, with Divvy staff ensuring all bikes are race-ready. Standard race registration fees will apply. New registrations only. 

Like all SuperSprint athletes, and beyond use of the Divvy bike, Divvy Wave participants will receive a t-shirt, finisher medal, post-race food and an amazing race experience.

Schedule

This is the 2023 schedule. Please check back at a later date for the 2024 schedule.

Friday, August 25, 2023

Chicago Triathlon Multisport & Fitness Expo Hilton Chicago | 720 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL The expo, packet pickup, and mandatory athlete briefings will be held in Salons A, B, and D. 

Saturday, August 26, 2023

Kids Tri Chicago Foster Beach | 5200 N. Lake Shore Dr., Chicago, IL

*Approximate time based on athlete safety. **Schedule is subject to change. Please review during race week.

Chicago Triathlon SuperSprint Foster Beach | 5200 N. Lake Shore Dr., Chicago, IL

*Approximate time based on athlete safety. **Schedule is subject to change. Please review during race week.

Chicago Triathlon Multisport & Fitness Expo Hilton Chicago | 720 S. Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL The expo, packet pickup, and mandatory athlete briefings will be held in Salons A, B, and D. 

*Schedule is subject to change. Please review during race week.

EARLY BIKE RACKING:

• Sunday participants are strongly encouraged to utilize the early bike check-in.

• Enter the Transition Area from the south end, near the corner of Monroe and Lake Shore Drive.

• Bike number MUST be on your bike to enter the Transition Area

• Bikes only. No bags.

• Overnight security will be provided (no need to bring a bike lock).

Sunday, August 27, 2023

Chicago Triathlon: International & Sprint Races Swim Start | Monroe Harbor: 700 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago Transition Area | DuSable Harbor: 600 E. Randolph St, Chicago Finish Line | Grant Park: 900 S. Columbus Dr, Chicago

*Approximate time based on athlete safety. **Schedule is subject to change. Please review during race week.

PLEASE NOTE: Transition will reopen for select athletes on a flow, relative to the last bikers in reaching T2. Please present wristband to Transition staff, who will match it to your bike number. Bikes cannot be removed from Transition without a race number. Only athletes are allowed in Transition.

Gear Checklist

Being organized is important in many areas of life, especially when it comes to competing in the sport of triathlon. There are so many moving parts on race-day with regard to equipment needs, nutrition and pacing strategies that even a small misstep can mean the difference between a successful outcome and a disappointing race-day experience.

Every triathlete should develop a race-day checklist. This list should include everything necessary to have a positive event, from the time you wake up to when the race is over. Always be prepared for the worse too, especially when it comes to potential bike-related mechanical issues and weather.

Below is a summary checklist of items you may wish to consider packing for race-day, as well as additional tips to remember leading up to the race and on the day of the event. Add whatever works for you as needed.

Pre-race

• Special foods or drinks

• Extra shoes

• Special needs bags (if allowed on the race course)

• Tri bag

• Necessary medications (inhalers, etc)

• Extra alarm clock

• Warm-up suit/warm clothes

• Umbrella or rain gear

• Timing chip band

• Multi-tool kit

• Electrical tape

Swim

• Swimsuit or tri race kit

• Swim cap

• Goggles

• Wetsuit or swim skin

Bike

• Helmet

• Cycling shoes

• Bike/tri shorts or tri race kit

• Air Pump

• Water bottles

• Nutrition bag

• Flat repair kit (tire, tube, tire levers, CO2)

• Arm warmers or leg warmers

• Light wind vest

• Sunglasses

• Sunblock

Run

• Race belt

• Socks

• Running shoes with quick laces

• Hydration belt or water bottle

• Hat or visor

Transition

• Towel or mat

• Extra water bottle

• Sunscreen

• Anti-chafe cream

Pre-post race

• Extra clothes

• Extra shoes/flip flops

• Recovery nutrition

• Sunscreen

Training

First Timers

The First Timers’ Program is available first-come, first-serve to ONLY those who will complete their first-ever outdoor triathlon. The program provides education sessions around tri-specific topics, live coaching during sessions and full race weekend support with a private swim start.

Find out more

Open Water Swim Clinics

Join fellow racers at Open Water Swim sessions to help new triathletes and novice swimmers experience open water swimming in a safe, non-intimidating environment.

Find out more

What you earn

• Medal

• T-shirt

• Timing

• Post-race food

• Expo experience

• A fantastic course experience in the heart of Chicago

Divisions

Age Group

All individuals are automatically placed in this category, unless choosing a different division during the registration process. Age groups are subdivided by gender and five-year age increments (e.g. 20-24, 24-29, 30-34, etc.). It is important to note that Age Groups are assigned based on athlete age as of December 31 of race year (thus no changes during the calendar year).

100 Club (First Responders)

This division is open to all active duty safety personnel (Fire, Police, EMS, Military, Government Agencies, etc.). Proof of status must be presented at Packet Pick Up. First Responders are subdivided by gender.

Para Triathlete

Athletes with physical disabilities. Para Triathletes are subdivided by gender, and can be classified by a variety of standards. Typically, Life Time Tri classifies Para athletes into these categories:

• Ambulatory

• Visually Impaired

• Wheelchair

Relay Teams

Participants have the option to enter varying distances as a relay team, consisting of 2–3 individuals. Teams may elect which person will complete each specific discipline. Team members share a single timing chip, which is passed from one team member to another in transition. While not all relay teams are competitive by nature, all teams are eligible for competitive awards.

First Timers

If you’re brand new to the sport, consider joining the popular Chicago Triathlon First-Timers’ Program (formally known as the “Live Grit First-Timers’ Program”).  Started in 2014, the program offers a myriad of complimentary educational series, training support, access to the Chicago Triathlon Open Water Swim Clinic Series and other race weekend perks. Participants also rack together in Transition, as well as start together on race day, free of intimidation from others. This special program is complimentary (with race registration) and limited to the Sprint and International distances. As a recreational division, participants are not eligible for competitive awards, but that doesn’t really matter to this audience (all will receive a finisher’s medal and an official time)!

Awards

All eligible athletes will compete for awards in their respective divisions. More information will be provided at a later date.

Hilton Chicago

Hilton Chicago is the 2024 Chicago Triathlon Headquarters Hotel.

The Hilton is located just a few short blocks from the Start and Finish line areas. The Hilton will be home to the 2024 Chicago Triathlon Expo, Bike Valet and Packet Pick-up.

Plus, Hilton Chicago is providing discounted nightly rates to those who book through our room block.

If you also plan on purchasing a VIP Package, look into our Hotel + VIP option that provides concierge booking services and late check-out opportunities.