Competitive Events will host the 36th MCAS Iwakuni Sprint Triathlon on Sunday, April 13!
| MCAS Iwakuni Sprint Triathlon Information |
| Open to SOFA, MLC/IHA, JMSDF and off-base local nationals | Ages 16 and older |
| Registration Cost |
| Base Personnel |
$80 |
| Local Nationals |
¥13,500 |
| Race Categories |
| Men |
16-19 years |
| 20-29 years |
| 30-39 years |
| 40-49 years |
| 50 years and older |
| Women |
16-19 years |
| 20-29 years |
| 30-39 years |
| 40-49 years |
| 50 years and older |
| Information |
| Race Expectations |
- Competitors will compete in a 350m swim, 12k bike route, and 4.5k run.
- You are expected to be able to complete the race in an hours and 40 minutes.
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| Awards |
- Competitive participants will receive a T-shirt, dry bag, swim cap, and finisher's coin.
- Awards will be given to the top 3 for each age category as well as overall Male and Female!
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| Precautions |
- Due to MCAS Iwakuni Base Order, participants will not be able to utilize electronic devices during competition such as music with headphones, Go-Pro, cameras, or any other related electronic items.
- There will be 90-degree turns during the race, so please ride the bike carefully and adjust your speed as needed.
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| Weather Notices |
- In the situation where we have rain and makes road conditions unsafe for a bike portion, the event will be a 350m Swim and 4.5k Run.
- The course and distance could be changed due to any circumstances.
- In the event of inclement weather, natural disasters, or any other unforeseen circumstances beyond our control, the event will be canceled. Please note that refunds will not be issued.
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| Parking Information |
- The designated parking area for this event is the Bldg. 100.
- There will be no parking available at the IronWorks South Side Gym (Bldg. 1010).
- You must bike to the Main venue IronWorks South Side Gym (Bldg. 1010).
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| Event Timeline |
| 6 AM |
North Gate opens for off-station participants and spectators |
| 6:15-8 AM |
Athlete Check-in at venue |
| 8 AM |
Opening Remarks/Safety Brief |
| 8:45 AM |
Swim Warm-up |
| 9:15 AM |
Head Count |
| 9:30 AM |
Race Start |
| Noon |
Award Ceremony |
| 12:30 PM |
Event Conclusion |
| 12:30-2 PM |
Vistors leave MCAS Iwakuni |
Base Personnel Registration
Registration is available from January 17 at noon until March 5 at 11:59 PM.
Japanese Registration