Frequently Asked Questions:
Do I have to register online?
Yes. You may pay online using a credit card or debit card.
How can I be sure that I’m registered?
First, you should receive a confirmation email from myraceregistration.com. MyRaceRegisration.com also allows you to log into your account to view past registrations. Last, a participant start list will be available shortly before the event.
Can beginners do this event?
Yes! Jack's Generic is a great event for beginners and experienced athletes.
What’s the swim like?
The swim is about as safe as an open water swim in triathlon can be. It’s in a lake made especially for wakeboarding using a cable-tow. It’s deep enough that you can’t touch, but still very shallow. There is an island in the middle, so you are never more than about 10 meters from shore. There are no boats. We have lots of lifeguards and EMTs sthere to help.
Will wetsuits be legal?
The water will be too warm for wetsuits to be legal at this event. You are still allowed to wear a wetsuit, but you will not be eligable for awards or USAT rankings.
Are there relays?
No. There is not a relay category at Jack's Generic.
Is there a Clydesdale or Athena category?
No. There are only the overall and age group divisions.
The open division sounds fun, but I’m a little intimidated. Do I have to be really fast to be in this division?
Absolutely not! The open division is exists for the fastest 50-80 participants. Only a handful of them are really fast. The idea is to let the faster people compete against each other, regardless of age, and to make the age group waves a little more friendly. Any one can sign up for the open division, regardless of speed.
What are the rules?
This event will follow USAT rules. You may view the full list of rules at www.usatriathlon.org.
What kind of equipment do I need to do a race?
There are a few bare essentials that you need to do a race. You will need a bike (anything that is road worthy will do. No need to have a high tech racing bike for your first triathlon), you must have an ANSI/Snell/CSA certified bike helmet (all bike helmets sold today are certified), you probably want goggles for the swim, you need a swim suit, running shoes of some kind, cycling shoes if you have clipless pedals on your bike. That's the bare minimum, really. You may want a hat for the run, sunglasses for the bike and run, a water bottle or two on the bike is a good idea as well. After that, things like wetsuits, fancy wheels for your bike, racing flats to run in, etc. are all extras.
How do I get credit for the Texas Tri Series?
Make sure that you have signed up for the Texas Tri Series. Then just sign up for the event and finish! Also, you may sign up to be a volunteer.
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