PROMO Distance
The OPENLAKES PROMO distance will take place on Sunday, September 17, 2022.
- Starts will be given between 09:00 from the banks of the Centre d’Accueil de la Plate Taille at Lacs de l’Eau d’Heure.
- 09:00 – SPRINT MAN
- 09:10 – SPRINT WOMAN
- The deposit of the bike and equipment in the transition park will be exclusively on the day of the race between 7:30 am and 8:45 am.
- DISTANCES: 500m – 21km – 5km
- Minimum age: Be 16 years old during the current year (be born in 2007 or before).
- When collecting a bib, unlicensed athletes must show their identity card and provide a medical certificate stating the ability to perform a triathlon in competition. The medical certificate is valid for 6 months.
- You can download a model of certificate here.
- Licensed athletes must present a valid license belonging to an international triathlon federation.
Starting times
- The start of the race will be in a “Mass Start” format
- 09:00 – SPRINT MAN
- 09:10 – SPRINT WOMAN
TIME LIMITS
- Swimming 0:30
- Swimming + cycling 1:45
- Closing of the race 2:30
SWIMMING – 500m 
- Start in a single wave from the banks of the Plate Taille Welcome Centre.
- One lap of 500m.
- Wetsuits are allowed if the temperature is below 22° and are mandatory below 16°.
- Maximum time is 0:30.
- Warm up in the water is allowed between 8:30 and 8:50, in the dedicated area only (outside the start area).
- Training is only allowed on Friday 15/09 from 2pm to 3pm and from 5pm to 6pm.
BIKE – 21km 
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- ⚠️ DRAFTING event
- ⚠️ Time trial bikes and extenders are not allowed (for more information, please consult the sports regulations)
- 1 lap of 21km around the Lacs de l’Eau d’Heure and Lac de Falemprise.
- A hilly course with 340m of positive difference in altitude.
- Bike course closed to traffic.
- No refreshments!
- Maximum time is 1:45 (Swim + Bike)