2021 Cal Tri Lake Monticello – 5.2.21 reached capacity a full three months before the race due to a combination of above average interest and precautions put in place to support socially distanced racing. Athletes from 20 states, the District of Columbia and US Armed Forces Europe will be competing in 18 separate events throughout the day ranging from a 5K to a 70.3-mile triathlon. A waitlist is available but interested participants are encouraged to sign-up for one of the other five 2021 Cal Tri Events races in the area throughout the summer.
“This race is an opportunity to showcase the Lake Monticello community and surrounding area. The participant list is really young, averaging 33 years old and including 50 youth athletes. Memories will be made at 2021 Cal Tri Lake Monticello.” says Thom Richmond, Cal Tri Events President.
Volunteers and volunteer groups are still needed to support the race. Individual volunteers are eligible for a free race entry to a future race via California Triathlon’s VOGO – Volunteer One, Get One Program. Additionally, large volunteer groups are eligible for a significant contribution based on their participation level. Please contact Marina at Marina@CaliforniaTriathlon.org for details and thank you in advance.
With safety top of mind, the World Triathlon COVID-19 Prevention guidelines for Event Organizers will be utilized in conjunction with guidance with state and local guidance. Athlete precautions include greatly expanded transition areas, a modified race schedule, temperature screening, streamlined packet pickup, rolling swim starts, mask usage before the race as well as provided at the finish line, and sparse aid stations with only bottled water provided. Cal Tri Events produced a successful social distanced race in 2020 and will bring that experience to this race.
About Lake Monticello. Lake Monticello is a private 3,500-acre community anchored around a 350-acre lake. Members, nearly 10,862, enjoy many recreational areas and amenities, including five beaches, a marina, a championship 18-hole golf course, six tennis courts, a restaurant, and clubhouses. Additionally, they have access to community playgrounds, a pool, and various recreational fields and courts. The community is close to many nearby historical attractions, wineries, breweries, and easy access to Charlottesville, Virginia.
About Cal Tri Events. Cal Tri Events is a 501(c)3 non-profit with a safe, affordable, and accessible mission. It is the largest nationwide short course triathlon series.