Tri for the Cure - Denver

Most everyone is anxious about the swim. It is your responsibility to train prior to the race and be able to swim at least ½ mile (750 meters) without straining yourself. The following tips will help you feel relaxed and confident in the water: YOU MUST KNOW HOW TO SWIMIf you don't know how to swim, hire a swim coach and learn. Do not show up for the event if you haven't dipped a toe in the water! YOU MAY NOT USE ANY FLOTATION DEVICE OR OTHER ASSISTANCE DEVICENo floaties, no noodles, no kickboards, no lifevests, no flippers, no snorkeling masks or breathing devices. Simply remember-when you enter the water you'll be wearing your designated swim cap, goggles, your suit and nothing more. YOU MUST PRACTICE SWIMMING IN OPEN WATER PRIOR TO RACE DAYDo not attempt to participate in the triathlon without swimming in open water at least once for ½ mile (750 meters). Practice at any one of the area reservoirs such as Chatfield, Cherry Creek, Boulder, Aurora, etc. Contact the park nearest you for details on swim areas. SWIM BUDDIES WILL ASSIST YOU IF NECESSARYTri for the Cure provides a group of swimming experts to help you along if necessary. They will have swim noodles that you may rest on, but you may not use the flotation device to propel yourself forward in the water. Swim Buddies will swim the distance with you, but will not physically assist you in any way. The Swim Buddy tent is located at the swim start….alert a Swim Buddy if you require assistance. THE SWIM COURSE IS SAFEThe course is monitored by experts during the race. You will see kayaks and motorized vehicles along the course. There will be lifeguards to assist you if you need to rest.