Gloucester Sprint
August 3, 2025
A brand new triathlon in Gloucester, MA. This proposed sprint triathlon will take place at Stage Fort Park. Athletes will swim from Half Moon Beach, bike 13.2 miles through Gloucester and then run 3.1 miles. All courses are subject to change as we work with Gloucester to bring this race to life.
2025 Gloucester Sprint
The Gloucester Sprint is a sprint distance triathlon to be held on Sunday, August 3, 2025 at Stage Fort Park in Gloucester, MA. This race is designed to be an exciting experience for both athletes and spectators.
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The triathlon is a terrific race for beginner and seasoned triathletes alike. The 0.25 mile swim takes place in Half Moon Beach, the 13.2-mile bike course is fast & scenic and the 3.1 mile run is all on sidewalks and walking paths offering gorgeous water views and a fantastic finish in Stage Fort Park.
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Course Info & Maps
Event Distance and Course Maps:
The Swim: The swim will be 0.25 miles from Half Moon Beach. Other than the Elite waves which will start the race, all other waves will be started following a time trial format with 3 athletes sent into the water every 10 seconds. After exiting the water, athletes will run to transition inside Stage Fort Park.
The Bike: The bike course is fast & spectator friendly. The total bike course length is 13.2 miles. Spectators that position themselves along Hough Ave will have an opportunity to see their favorite athlete 3 times as they ride the course. After completing the bike course athletes will return to Stage Fort Park from the Western Ave entrance and rack their bike in transition. From there they will head out onto the run.
IMPORTANT: As cyclists approach Magnolia Ave there will be a split. The first lap, athletes will turn right onto Magnolia. the 2nd pass, athletes will turn left to return to bike in. More details of this split are to come as we finalize plans with the City of Gloucester.
The Run: The run course is 3.1 miles. This run will take place in and around Stage Fort Park.
Triathlon Event Details
Event Date, Location and Start Time: Race day is Sunday, August 3, 2025 and the location is Stage Fort Park in Gloucester, MA. The race will begin at 7:30AM.
Overview: The Gloucester Sprint consists of a 0.25 mile swim, 13.2 mile bike and 3.1 mile run. The swim is from Half Moon Beach. The bike course is beautiful & fast. The run is on the sidewalks in and around Stage Fort Park.
Categories: Athletes in the triathlon may register for any of the following categories:
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Open/Elite (for athletes looking to compete for the overall fastest time in the race)
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Age Group
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Athena (females, 165+ lbs)
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Clydesdales (males, 220+ lbs)
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Paratriathlon
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Friends, Families & Beginners.
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Relay team divisions (all male, all female or mixed).
Athletes who wish to compete to be the overall male or female winner should register for the Open/Elite category.
Age Group categories begin with 19 and under and then follow standard USA Triathlon age breaks in five year increments (e.g. 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, etc.). Your age group is determined by your age on December 31, 2023!
Minimum age is 10 years as of race day, but younger athletes may be accepted if they have demonstrated experience training/racing the distances they plan to race and/or are interested in participating as a member of a relay team. Email Jeff at info@outsiderendurance.com to request permission to register a youth under age 10.
The Friends, Families & Beginners category is for athletes just getting started in triathlon or who prefer to start the triathlon race in the same wave with a friend or family member. Athletes that choose the Families, Friends and Beginners category when registering will be grouped together in the same wave so they can start the swim together. These athletes will receive all timing splits, but are not be eligible for any age group awards.
Swim Caps: All participants will be given a swim cap that must be worn during the swim. The swim cap color corresponds to the wave each athlete is assigned to.
Timing: All triathletes will receive 6 timing splits: (1) the swim, (2) transition 1, (3) the bike, (4) transition 2, (5) the run and (6) overall.
Minimum Age: Minimum race age is 10; younger athletes will be considered with proven experience training and racing the distances necessary to complete the Splash & Dash. An athletes race age is their age as of 12/31/24.
Awards: Awards will be given to the top 3 male and female triathlon finishers in each Age Group as well as the Athena (females 165+ lbs) and Clydesdale (males 220+ lbs) divisions. All 3 members of the 1st place Mixed, Female and Male relay teams will also receive an award.
USA Triathlon Membership: The Gloucester Sprint is a USAT sanctioned event managed by a USAT certified Race Director. All athletes must (a) present a valid, current USAT Annual Membership Card at registration OR (b) purchase a 1-day USAT license.
Rules: USA Triathlon rules will apply. Please review the rules at www.USATriathlon.org. There will be USAT Officials present at the event. Three areas of common violations are (1) Drafting, (2) Blocking and (3) Centerline. To avoid drafting violations you must stay at least 3 bike lengths behind the competitor in front of you. When attempting to pass you must do so within 15 seconds. Blocking violations are assessed for failing to ride to the right (except when passing). Centerline violations can be avoided by not crossing the yellow centerline of the road. HELMETS ARE REQUIRED. Chin strap must be buckled at ALL times you are on the bike even in the transition area. Handlebars/aerobars must have bar-end plugs securely inserted into the bar. Taping over bar ends is not permitted. Lack of bar end plugs will result in disqualification.
