Tri CLE

🚴‍♂️ Get Your Bike Race‑Ready!

Now is the perfect time to support your local bike shop and make sure your bike is ready for race day next Sunday.

Ask yourself:
⚙ Is your chain clean and lubed?
⚙ Are your tires in good shape?
⚙ Do your brakes stop smoothly?
⚙ Do you have bar ends on your handlebars?
⚙ Are you carrying a bike repair kit?
⚙ Do your gears shift cleanly through all ranges?

✅ A quick tune‑up can make all the difference in your race experience.
✅ Give your bike some love this week and roll into race day confident and ready.

🌊 Current Water Temp: 76.3°F at Edgewater! 🌊

With race day still over a week away, it's too soon to say if the swim will be wetsuit-legal.

💡 Here’s what you need to know:

🔺If Lake Erie is 78°F or lower, the race will be wetsuit legal. Participants can qualify for Age Group Awards and USAT Rankings.

🔺If the water temp is between 78.1°F and 83.9°F, wetsuits are allowed, but you won’t be eligible for awards.

🔺If the water temp is above 84.0°F, wetsuits/buoyancy shorts are not allowed for safety reasons.

🔺We'll announce the official temperature as we approach race day.

🏊‍♂️ Our advice? Be ready to swim without a wetsuit if you’re aiming to place!

Review the rules by USA Triathlon to be ready to race on race day!
https://www.usatriathlon.org/multisport/rules

🎉 2026 Tri CLE Finisher Medal Reveal! 🎉

We’re getting gritty this year — the shirt AND the medal bring the heat.

The Grit Races phoenix is officially taking over Cleveland 🔥🐦‍🔥

🏅 Want one?
Finish Tri CLE on Sunday, August 16th at Edgewater Park, and it’s yours.

👉 https://bit.ly/2026TriCLE
🐦‍🔥 Unleash Your Grit!

🚣‍♂️ Call for On‑Water Paddle Support

Grit Races is seeking SUP/Kayak volunteers to support athletes during the Tri CLE Swim Practice and on race day at Edgewater Beach.

We’re looking for paddlers who can help provide visibility and support on the water during the following times:

• Saturday, August 15th | 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM (Swim Practice)
• Sunday, August 16th | 5:00 AM to 9:30 AM (Race Day)

🔺Lifeguard certification is not required, but volunteers should have a working knowledge of self‑rescue in the event of a capsized watercraft.
🔺Volunteers must bring their own SUP or kayak.

If you’re interested in supporting the triathlon community and contributing to a safe race experience, please use the link below to register.
https://bit.ly/2026TriCLEWaterSafety

⏰ Registration closes at midnight on August 13th!

If you’re planning to race Tri CLE on Sunday, August 16th, now is the time to register!

⚠️ There is NO race weekend registration ⚠️

Register today for a fun morning of triathlon racing!

🔥 Are you in??
🔗 https://bit.ly/2026TriCLE

Rent a wetsuit for race day — and actually train in it! 💦

You’ve heard it a million times: “Nothing new on race day.” So instead of renting a wetsuit for just a few days, why not get one for 30 full days and show up feeling confident, comfortable, and ready to roll?

Thanks to our 2026 partnership with Synergy Wetsuits, Tri CLE athletes can rent a wetsuit for an entire month — plenty of time to train, test the fit, and race in the same suit you’ve been practicing in.

It’s never too early to set a reminder to reserve your rental.

https://synergywetsuits.com/pages/wetsuit-rentals

🚨Review the Athlete Guide 🚨

Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned multisport athlete, this guide is designed to help you feel confident, prepared, and excited for race day next month.

What you’ll find inside:
✅ Race weekend timeline and logistics
✅ What you'll receive at packet pickup
✅ Rules and safety reminders
✅ And more!

Take some time to read through the guide, familiarize yourself with the race layout, and get excited—because we can’t wait to cheer you on at the start (and finish!) line! 🏁

🔗 https://www.rockrollrun.com/race-day-details

🎉 2026 Tri CLE Participant Shirt Reveal! 🎉

We’re getting gritty this year — tying the Grit Races phoenix into Tri CLE and taking over Cleveland with a bold new look 🔥 🐦‍🔥

👕 Shirt Details
• Brand: Gildan Softstyle
• Fabric: 65/35 polyester + ring‑spun cotton
• Fit: Women’s or Unisex
• Color: Heather Navy
• Back Detail: Unleash Your Grit

🎽 How do you get one?
Register to race Tri CLE on Sunday, August 16th at Edgewater Park, and this celebratory shirt is yours!

👉 Sign up now: https://bit.ly/2026TriCLE
🐦‍🔥 Unleash Your Grit!

🙌 Tri CLE is next month, and we’re building an incredible volunteer crew to make race weekend unforgettable!

Volunteers are needed Friday, August 14th through Sunday, August 16th — a full weekend of action where your support truly shapes the athlete experience.

From packet pick‑up to aid stations to finish‑line hype, every role matters. Whether you’re a returning volunteer or brand‑new to multisport events, there’s a place for you on the team.

If you love big race energy, behind‑the‑scenes magic, and supporting Cleveland athletes…
This is your moment to be a part of the action!

Sign up today: https://bit.ly/2026TriCLEvolunteer