Idaho High Mountain Triathlon

The Idaho High Mountain Triathlon brings athletes to the beautiful, eastern Valley County region of Idaho.  This challenging event takes advantage of the unique topography of the area from Warm Lake to Yellow Pine. 

This triathlon begins at Warm Lake (elevation 5300') and ends at Yellow Pine (~4900') after crossing at a 7300' summit.  

The event includes a Triathlon for able-bodied athletes; an Adaptive Triathlon; a Triathlon Relay; an Adaptive Triathlon Relay; and a Mixed Adaptive Relay (where at least one team member is able-bodied).  Relay teams must include three athletes. 

Awards and after party will be held at Yellow Pine.  Plan to stay over after the race? Local camping is free. Contact us for information on lodging.

Registrations and donations are tax deductible through YPAC Corp. a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.  Funds raised will go to support local needs and the next Idaho High Mountain Triathlon.

AFTER PARTY

All athletes, supporters, and volunteers are welcome at the After Party in Yellow Pine. The After Party will be held on the south side of the Yellow Pine Community Hall from 2:30 - 6:00 pm.  Food and beverages are provided.  Awards will be handed out at the After Party.  Folks staying in the area are welcome at local businesses.

The shuttle to return to Warm Lake will leave Yellow Pine at 6:30pm. Pick up is by the Finish Line.

EVENT SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE DETAILS

CHECK IN 
Check in and bag pickup is FRIDAY from 4:00 to 7:00 pm in the Warm Lake Lodge Courtyard.  Check in at the Idaho High Mountain Triathlon tent.  You will get your Wet Bag, Bib, Bike Tag, Timing Chip, Wave Assignment, T2 Bag, Finish Bag and Swag when you sign-in. You must bring ID with you.  If you are not able to race, you can still receive the swag and branded garment. If you are not able to pick up your bag/shirt, you can contact us at ihm.triathlon@gmail.com and arrange for someone else to pick it up for you. 

DEFINITIONS:

• Wet Bag: place wet items after the swim leg.
• T2 Bag: place items needed for the run leg.
• Finish Bag: place items wanted at the end of the race.
• Bike Tag: zip-tie to the front of the bike or on the right-hand side of your adaptive bike.
• Bib: pinned on your chest and visible during the run course
• Timing Chip: worn around the right ankle.  Remember to switch timing chips with your Relay Team Member.

RACE ITEM TRANSPORT:

T2 Bags and Finish Bags will be transported to T2 and the finish line.  Wet Bags remaining after athletes have left T1 will be transported to the finish line. T2 Bags remaining after athletes have left T2 will be transported to the finish line. 

ORIENTATION:

Orientation is at 9:00 AM in the Warm Lake Lodge Courtyard. Attendance is mandatory for all athletes. Helpers, volunteers, and spectators are welcome.  Orientation will cover the Wave order; the event leg directions 

Swim: start at beach, swim clockwise with buoys on the right side, turn at red buoy, end at the boat ramp docks. 
Bike: ride from boat ramp parking area to highway, over the grade, turn on Johnson Creek Road, end at Cox Ranch. 
Run: start at Cox Ranch, run Johnson Creek Road to Yellow Pine. 
Potential hazards (loose gravel, traffic, wildlife, uneven surfaces, etc.)
Course support (safety boaters, aid stations, safety patrols, flaggers, spotters.
Drivers following the athletes.

FRIDAY EVENING GET TOGETHER

The Get Together is Friday 5:00 - 9:00 pm at The Banshee Irish Pub at Warm Lake Lodge. This is an opportunity to get to know the other athletes, helpers, volunteers, and relax a bit before the race. Attendance is not required. Food and beverages are available for purchase.

SATURDAY MORNING BREAKFAST

Warm Lake Lodge will have a breakfast buffet available for purchase.  The buffet is from 7:00 to 9:00 am inside the lodge.

TRIATHLON TRADITION CIRCLE:

At 9:55 am, all athletes, helpers, volunteers, etc. gather in a circle to do the IHMT tradition chant.

RACE START

The race has a “shotgun” start. The first wave starts at 10:00 am, with each subsequent wave starting 15 minutes after the last.

RACE TRANSPORT

The first shuttle leaves at 10:15 am. This shuttle will take Wet Bags to T1, relay team members to T2; T2 bags to T2; and Finish Bags to the finish line.  Volunteers for T2 and the finish line can also take this shuttle.
The next shuttle leaves after the final swimmer is done.  Remaining Wet Bags and volunteers will be taken to the finish line.
The T2 shuttle leaves T2 when the last athlete leaves T2. Remaining T2 Bags and volunteers will be taken to the finish line.  The bike transport trailer(s) will also take the bikes to the finish line area.
The Final Shuttle leaves Yellow Pine at 7:00 pm and returns to Warm Lake Lodge with athletes, equipment, etc. 

AFTER THE RACE

All athletes, supporters, and volunteers are welcome at the After Party in Yellow Pine. The After Party will be held behind the Yellow Pine Community Hall from 2:30 - 6:00 pm.  Food and beverages are provided.  Awards will be handed out at the After Party.  Folks staying in the area are welcome at local businesses.

SUNDAY MORNING

Folks involved (participating in, helping at, or watching) in the triathlon are welcome to coffee at Deb’s house on Sunday morning beginning at 6:30 am. This is an opportunity to get your feedback about all parts of the events - what went well, what could be improved, what not to do again.  Your feedback has helped the triathlon be safer, more fun for athletes, and more popular each year.  

 

There are multiple lodgings and camping in the area.

Camping:

Warm Lake Lodge has camping available on their property. Ask about rates.

There are two free forest campgrounds near Yellow Pine. Dispersed camping is also available at no cost.

Lodging:

● Local area hotels are available. Please mention you are involved in this event for the best deal.

Cabins are available in the Warm Lake Lodge area. Reservations are required.
● Lodging in Yellow Pine is limited and requires a reservation (General Store Motel, Yellow Pine Lodge, Murph’s Cabins, locals with extra rooms.)

LODGING CONTACTS

Warm Lake: (cabins/camping):
North Shore Lodge, 208-405-0854 
Warm Lake Lodge, 208-632-3555 (IHMT Partner)
Yellow Pine: (rooms/cabins/RV spots):
Yellow Pine Lodge, 208-633-3377
Murph’s RV and Cabins, 208-369-3982
General Store Motel, 208-697-7343
Cascade: (rooms/RV spots):
Hotel NoBo Inn, 208-382-5621 (IHMT Partner)
Cascade Lake Inn, 208-261-3187
Alpine Lodge and RV, 208-277-0175
Birch Glen Lodge, 208-277-0170
Donnelly: (rooms)
Boulder Creek Inn, 208-325-8638
McCall: (rooms)
Third Street Inn, 208-634-6300 (IHMT Partner) 
Super 8, 800-536-0367
Nordic Inn, 208-634-7871
Scandia Inn, 866-238-8235
Lake Shore Lodge, 800-657-6464
Hotel McCall, 208-634-8105

RACE RULES
Violation of the rules may result in disqualification or variable time penalties. All decisions by race officials are final.

● Helmets- Helmets must be worn at all times when on a bike; before, during, and after the event. Anyone not wearing a helmet while on the bike will be immediately disqualified and removed from the course.

● Chin Straps- Chin straps must be buckled at all times when on a bike.

● Transition Areas- Athletes are to store all their equipment within the two designated transition areas. No equipment will impede the progress of another racer. 

● Bikers should not impede the normal and reasonable movement of vehicle traffic and should stay on the right side of the road. Idaho state law requires cyclists to ride single file and never more than two abreast. Be courteous to those that are trying to win their category and ride on the right side of the road. DO NOT CUT CORNERS! Always signal your intentions while on the bike and make sure you have a safe space to pass someone and let them know you are passing. Never pass on the right of or in between other riders.

● Drafting is not allowed during a triathlon. 

● Course- For each participant's safety and race equality, follow the outlined course.

● Headphones- No music may be played from personal audio devices through a speaker or into headphones, headsets, earbuds, etc at any time during the race.

● Bike Tag- Bikes must be displayed on the bike tag 

● Bibs- Bibs must be visible on the athlete’s chest during the run course.

● No flotation devices will be allowed during the swims.

● No e-bikes or assisted propulsion.

● All racers must start with their designated start wave. 

AID STATIONS

Seven (7) Aid Stations are located throughout the course.  Signs are posted indicating the Aid Station is 1000 feet ahead.

Volunteers at each station will hand athletes hydration/nutrition.  Aid Station at T1 will also offer hot water to warm swimmers.

• Aid Station 1 is located at T1 by the boat launch dock.  Hydration, nutrition, First Aid, and ADA toilet facilities are available.  
• Aid Station 2 is located at the intersection of Warm Lake Highway and Summit Lake Campground entrance.  Hydration, Nutrition, First
• Aid and ADA toilet facilities are available.  
• Aid Station 3 is located at the Trout Creek Campground. Hydration, Nutrition and First Aid are available.  Toilet facilities are available.
• Aid Station 4 is located at T2 Hydration, Nutrition, ADA toilet facilities, and First Aid are available.  
• Aid Station 5 is located across from the Johnson Creek Airstrip entrance. Hydration, Nutrition, First Aid, and toilet facilities are available.
• Aid Station 6 is located 300 feet past the Golden Gate Campground. Hydration, Nutrition and First Aid, and toilet facilities are available. 
• Aid Station 7 is located at the Finish Line.  Hydration, Nutrition, ADA toilet facilities, and Medical Care are available.  

FLAGGERS

Five flaggers will attempt to control traffic on the route. This is an open course so athletes may encounter vehicles of all kinds.

SAFETY PATROLS

The Yellow Pine Volunteer Fire Dept will be patrolling the route to support athletes as needed.

SPOTTERS

Course spotters will be tracking athletes on the course to ensure everyone gets through the event safely.

All volunteers will be in radio contact with each other. Volunteers wear lanyards and hi-viz vests. 

 

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