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Sprint
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Sprint Relay
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Olympic Relay
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I TRI, THEREFORE I AM! ELEVEN YEAR ANNIVERSARY!
Join us on Saturday, July 25, 2026 for the Lake Country Triathlon, one of the Midwest premiere endurance challenges. Located in the heart of beautiful Lake Country, Wisconsin. The Lake Country Triathlon offers an amazing race experience that begins with a swim in the clear waters of Lac La Belle, an incredible scenic ride through the rural glacial landscape of SE Wisconsin, and a run through the charming community of Oconomowoc.
This year is our 11th year since re-establishing the triathlon in 2015. Over the past 11 years, we've seen athletes from nearly every state, Canada, and even Europe. We are the perfect setting for the first time triathlete and provide challenging competition for the world's best elite triathletes. We're hoping this year will be our largest and best Lake Country Tri yet and we hope you'll join us in July!
Alan Halfen
Race Director
All finishers receive a custom Lake Country Triathlon Finisher Medal, Race Bib, and Finisher Shirt!
T-Shirts
The shirts are gender specific, dry wick and those registered prior to Friday, July 10th are guaranteed a custom race shirt. After that, shirts be available while online supplies last. Everything you ever wanted to know about shirts can be found right here. The FEMALE shirts run small!
Place
304 W. Wisconsin Ave
City Beach
Downtown Oconomowoc on Lac la Belle
Oconomowoc, WI US 53066
Course Info
A3 Performance Swim Course: The swim will take place in Lac La Belle. Athletes will start at City Beach and complete their respective swim courses. Sprint athletes will complete one clockwise lap around the southernmost two orange corner buoys before returning to City Beach to exit the water. Olympic and Half Iron Athletes will complete two clockwise laps around their respective swim buoys (yellow and orange for Olympic distance; orange for Half Iron). Please be sure to consult the SWIM MAP for details on your respective swim course. Water temperatures at the end of July are typically mid-70's making the race wet suit legal.
Ridgeway Woodworks Bike Course: The bike course transverses the rolling ground moraine landscape northwest of Oconomowoc. All athletes will follow the same route until about mile 7 when sprint athletes will split off to the west. Half Iron and olympic athletes will continue together until about mile 15 when Olympic athletes will split off to the south with the half iron athletes continuing west. At this point, the olympic course heads south and east back into Oconomowoc. The half iron continues west before coming back east to rejoin the olympic course. The Olympic and Half Iron athletes will join back with sprint athletes at Branch Rd. All athletes can expect scenic country views, rolling hills, and a few not so rolling hills that will definitely get the legs burning and your heart rates jumping! We are also very fortunate that many of the roads on our course have been recently repaved, providing a smooth and fast ride.
SPRINT BIKE MAP | OLYMPIC BIKE MAP | HALF IRON BIKE MAP ||| ALTERNATIVE HALF BIKE ROUTE
Bike Aid Station: Half iron athletes will pass an aid station on course at about miles 17 and 41. The aid station will have bottles of water and bottles of Gatorade. There will also be a bathroom located at the aid station. There is no aid station on the olympic or sprint bike course -- athletes should plan to bring their own aid.
VisitOcon.com Run Course: The run course takes athletes out west on Wisconsin Avenue and runs through neighborhoods on the southern shore of Lac la Belle. This is an out and back course with sprint distance athletes turning at mile 1.55, Olympic runners turning at mile 3.1 and Half Iron runners turning a little later down the road. Sprint and Olympic runners will complete one out and back while Half Iron runners will complete two out and backs. Runners will finish their race by running through the finisher shoot near city beach.
SPRINT RUN MAP | OLYMPIC RUN MAP | HALF IRON RUN MAP
Aid Stations: There are four aid stations on course that all runners will pass multiple times depending on the distance they are running. The following table list the approximate mile marker for the aid stations for each run distance. Aid is also available in transition and at the finish line.
Swim Start
The Lake Country Triathlon will start with all Sprint distance athletes entering the water first, followed by Half Iron athletes and Olympic distance athletes. We will use a rolling wave start with groups of 3 to 4 athletes entering the water at a time approximately every three seconds. All age group athletes and Sprint distance athletes should self seed based on their anticipated swim time with slower athletes towards the end of the pack.
Transition
Pre Race Transition - There will be bike check-in the night before the event from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm. You are strongly encouraged to stage your gear in transition at this time. Athletes must have their bib and corresponding bike sticker on. The area will be secured and guarded overnight.
Race Day Transition - Transition will open at 5:00 am and close at 6:15. Athletes must be body marked and have their race bib before entering or exiting transition. Only Athletes will be permitted in this area. Transition reopens once the final runner has left T2.
Wetsuit & Water Temperature
Water temp below 78 - wetsuits ok
Water temp 78-83.9 wetsuits permitted but racers may not be eligible for awards
Water temp 84+ wetsuits are discouraged
SCSE Triathlon Rules & Regulations
General Rules & Regulations
- Your ankle strap timing chip must be worn the entire portion of your race. Without your timing chip, you will not have a time.
- All athletes and spectators must follow all instructions from the Race Director or their designees. Designees include staff, volunteers, and other race officials.
- No disposing of trash or equipment on course unless in designated trash areas.
- Headphones can be worn on the run portion of the race, but are NOT allowed during the bike or swim portion of the race.
- Athletes are responsible for understanding the course routes. No time adjustments will be made for athletes who do not follow the course routes.
Swim Course Rules & Regulations
- Swim cap must be worn at all times during the swim.
- Wetsuits may be worn depending on water temperature. We use USAT rules to determine wetsuit eligibility (more info HERE).
- No swimming aids may be used (unless the race specifies otherwise). ***Please note, we do not consider tow-behind swim buoys swimming aids, when they are towed behind the body. They will be considered a swim aid, and athletes are subject to disqualification, if they are used to support a swimming in the water while a swimmer advances their position.
Bike Course Rules & Regulations
- Athletes must wear a bike helmet at all times during the bike course.
- Your bike tag must be attached to your bike before entering transition and throughout the race and must remain attached to you bike until you exit transition after the race.
- Athletes must mount/dismount the bike at designated locations and must follow all staff/volunteer instructions at these locations.
- Cyclists are required to follow all traffic laws while on the bike course unless otherwise directed by a race official or law enforcement officer.
- Drafting is not allowed at any point during the race and may result in penalties or disqualification.
- Road conditions can change frequently and are unpredictable. Riders should remain aware of potential hazards on an open bike course such as vehicles, road debris, and other potential hazards.
Run Course Rules & Regulations
- Runners are required to wear their race bib on the front of their body at all times during the run portion of the race. The numbers on the bib should be visible at all times (i.e., not covered by jacket).
- Please run to the right allowing faster runners space to pass on the left.
The final 2026 will be updated as the race date approaches
Free Fresh Fruit Bar (Post-Race!)
Celebrate your finish at our FREE Fresh Fruit Bar—because you earned more than just a high five and a sweaty selfie. Enjoy a spread of fresh fruit, plus runner-favorite recovery drinks including pickle juice, lemon water, and cucumber water. It’s the perfect way to refuel, rehydrate, and pretend you’re “just here for the vibes” after conquering the course.
Volunteer Today
We need volunteers for everything from aid station support to course marshals. If you or your group have an interest in volunteering, we would greatly appreciate the assistance. All volunteers can run a future race at no charge. Register to volunteer by clicking on the volunteer link in the menu above. For more information on volunteering click here.
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This event is a Silver Circle Sports Events, LLC owned, produced, timed & managed event. Need help with an event? Contact us HERE
I Want To...
How to Transfer, Defer, Change Shirt Size, or Change Distances
Follow these steps to make changes to your race registration:
- Go to RunSignUp.com and log in to your account.
- Select your Profile.
- Scroll down to the race you wish to modify.
- Click on "Manage Registration".
- Choose from the available options in the menu, including:
- Transfers (to another participant or race)
- Change Shirt Size
- Modify Team
- Change Distances
- Resend Confirmation/QR Code
- Deferrals
Make your adjustments quickly and easily online! 😊
Deferrals are free until June 1st. After that there is a fee, which increases as we get closer to the event. AKA we buy more stuff for you!
How to claim your deferral.
Relay Registration Instructions
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Team Captain:
- The team captain should register, create a team name, and pay for the relay team.
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Individual Team Members:
- Each team member should register individually by following these steps:
- Select Relay (the fee will be waived in the final step).
- Enter your personal information.
- Agree to the waiver.
- Choose Join an Existing Group.
- Select your team name.
- Complete the remaining registration steps.
- Each team member should register individually by following these steps:
Insurance
We get it—life happens! That’s why we recommend purchasing event insurance during checkout.
What is RegShield Insurance?
Race insurance, provided by RegShield (a FanShield product), offers peace of mind by reimbursing the registration cost if you’re unable to attend due to covered reasons, including:
- Accident
- Illness
- Family emergency
RegShield is a third-party provider. For any questions related to your plan, contact FanShield:
📧 help@fanshield.com
📞 1-844-849-4827 EXT. 1
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Here’s how it works:
✅ At Checkout – After registering, you'll have the option to share your unique referral link on Facebook.
✅ Email Confirmation – Your registration receipt will include a personal referral link that you can forward to friends.
✅ Earn Rewards – For every 5 friends who register using your link, you’ll receive $20 back on your registration—it’s that easy!
More friends, more savings! 🎉 Whether you’re running, walking, or just in it for the post-race snacks, why not bring your crew along and get rewarded?
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Silver Circle Sports Events
This event is proudly owned, produced, timed, & managed by Silver Circle Sports Events, LLC. 🎉
Your time will start when you cross the start line, and stops when you cross the finish line.
Charity Partner
Silver Circle Foundation, Inc 501(c)3 is dedicated to supporting the needs of our firefighters, police officers, veterans, and troops serving overseas through charitable giving, care packages, and fundraising.
Thank You Sponsors!
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FAQ
Lake Country Triathlon FAQ
Q: When is the Lake Country Triathlon?
A: The race is Saturday, July 25, 2026.
Q: Where is the race located?
A: The event takes place at City Beach, 304 W. Wisconsin Ave, Downtown Oconomowoc on Lac La Belle (Oconomowoc, WI 53066).
Q: What events/distances are offered?
A: Sprint, Olympic, Half Iron, plus Sprint Relay, Olympic Relay, and Half Iron Relay.
Q: What are the start times?
A: Sprint 6:30 AM, Half Iron 6:35, Olympic lists 6:45 AM (event window runs through 2:30 PM). Please note that the swim is a staggered start. We will release 4 athletes every few seconds.
Q: What are the age requirements?
A: Sprint/Olympic (and their relays): 16–99. Half Iron: 18–99. Half Iron Relay: 17–99.
Q: What do finishers get?
A: All finishers receive a custom finisher medal, race bib, and finisher shirt.
Q: Are shirts guaranteed?
A: Yes—participants registered prior to Friday, July 10 are guaranteed a shirt. After that, shirts are available while supplies last. (Note: female shirts run small.)
Q: Where does the swim take place?
A: The swim is in Lac La Belle, starting at City Beach.
Q: How does the swim start work?
A: It’s a rolling wave start with 3–4 athletes entering about every 3 seconds. Sprint athletes enter first, followed by Half Iron, then Olympic. Athletes should self-seed by anticipated swim time (slower toward the back).
Q: Are swim buoys permitted?
Absolutely. They are stongly encouraged. If athletes need further accomodations, please contact us.
Q: Will wetsuits be allowed?
A: Usually yes—late July water temps are typically mid-70s, making it generally wetsuit legal. Wetsuit rules are based on water temperature:
• Below 78°F: wetsuits OK
• 78–83.9°F: allowed but may be ineligible for awards
• 84°F+: discouraged
Q: Is there bike check-in the day before?
A: Yes—5:00 PM to 7:00 PM the night before. Athletes are strongly encouraged to stage gear then. Transition is secured/guarded overnight.
Q: When does transition open/close on race morning?
A: Transition opens at 5:00 AM and closes at 6:15 AM. Athletes must be body-marked and have their bib to enter/exit. Only athletes are permitted in transition.
Q: Are there aid stations on the bike?
A: Half Iron athletes pass a bike aid station around miles 17 and 41 with water and Gatorade, plus a bathroom. There is no bike aid station for Sprint or Olympic—plan to carry your own.
Q: What is the run course like?
A: It’s an out-and-back through neighborhoods on the south shore of Lac La Belle. Sprint/Olympic do one out-and-back; Half Iron does two out-and-backs.
Q: How many run aid stations are there?
A: There are four run aid stations that runners pass multiple times depending on distance, plus aid in transition and at the finish.
Q: Are headphones allowed?
A: Headphones are allowed on the run but NOT allowed during the bike or swim.
Q: What rules should I know (quick hits)?
A: Wear your ankle timing chip the whole race; follow staff/volunteer instructions; no trash outside designated areas; understand the course; helmet required on bike; drafting not allowed; bib must be visible on the run.
Q: How do relay registrations work?
A: The team captain registers first, creates the team name, and pays. Then each teammate registers individually, selects Relay (fee waived later), and joins the existing group by choosing the team name.
Q: Can I transfer, defer, or change shirt size/distance?
A: Yes—log into RunSignup → Profile → find the race → “Manage Registration” to access transfers, change shirt size, modify team, change distances, resend confirmation/QR, and deferrals.
Q: Are deferrals allowed?
A: Yes—deferrals are free until June 1st, then a fee applies and increases closer to the event.
Q: Do you offer race insurance?
A: Yes—insurance is offered during checkout (RegShield / FanShield). Questions are handled by FanShield at help@fanshield.com or 1-844-849-4827 ext. 1. Insurance must be purchased during registration.
Q: Can I volunteer?
A: Yes—volunteers are needed for many roles, and volunteers can run a future race at no charge. Register via the Volunteer tab on the race site.
Q: Who benefits / charity partner?
A: The charity partner is Silver Circle Foundation, Inc. (501(c)3), supporting firefighters, police officers, veterans, and troops serving overseas through charitable giving, care packages, and fundraising.
Q: I have a questions. Who do I contact?
A: Alan Halfen is listed as Race Director.
