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War at the Shore Triathlon
June 26, 2021
One of the oldest Triathlons on the East Coast
Bringing Multi sport events to the Jersey Shore since 1989
Run Course Maps
3 Mile Run Route (Short Course) PDF for both
6 Mile Run Route (Long Course) Same as the short course, 2 loops
Bike Course Maps
Bike Course (1 loop Short Course) 11 mile
Bike Course (2 loop Long Course) 22 mile Same as Short course, two loops
Swim Course Maps
Short Course
Long Course
Triathlon:
Sprint: 300 yard swim / 11 mile bike / 3 mile run
Intermediate: 600 yard swim / 22 mile bike / 6 mile run
Duathlon:
Sprint: 1.3 mile run / 11 mile bike / 3 mile run First Run Map
Intermediate: 2 mile run / 22 mile bike / 6 mile run
Aqua Velo:
Sprint: 300 yard swim / 11 mile bike rack bike, exit transition area, go through finish
Intermediate: 600 yard swim / 22 mile bike rack bike, exit transition area, go through finish
Swim
Long course swim will be a reverse triangle. You will go around the buoys, keeping them on your left at all times. You will see the short course buoys lined up, go past them and turn left and straight in to the finish.
The long course will start at 6:50AM. Walk directly down to the beach from the transition area. Exact direction determined race morning, mostly always buoys on left. Short course will start at 7:20
Short Course Map Long Course Map
Bike
We will be exiting the transition area on our bikes heading out the south end of the transition area and turning directly north on the road adjacent to the transition area on the west side. All bikers will proceed two short blocks north and then turn left on Cooper, around the clock tower and straight out to Ocean Boulevard to proceed SOUTH (left turn at light). These first few blocks will be very tight, so please proceed with caution and take it easy until you are on Ocean Blvd South. You will have plenty of straight roads to make up time. The bike NO LONGER goes along board walk and any portion north of Pier Village North.
Remember – THE ROADS ARE NOT CLOSED TO TRAFFIC. Be cautious at all intersections. We have 11 police officers on the course as well as many volunteers. They are there to assist in keeping the courses safe, but you are still responsible to watch for crazy drivers. People can cross the course and cut you off at any race, not just this one. Be safe!!!
Short Course Bike (1 loop)
You will ride only one loop of the course past Ocean Place Hotel, turn the NEXT RIGHT (MADISON AVE) and directly towards the transition area. Dismount on the pavement as you will be instructed.
Long Course Bike (2 loops)
You will ride two loops of the course. Out of the transition area, North on McKinnley, Left on Cooper around the clock tower and out to make a left on RT 36. On second passing of Ocean Place Hotel, turn at the NEXT RIGHT (MADISON AVENUE) and directly towards the transition area. Volunteers will instruct you at this point to head into second loop or dismount
It is always the responsibility as an athlete to be familiar with the course
1.3 mile Run (first duathlon run) both distances start together 7:15 with 3rd heat
Start at "Duathlon Start" sign on boardwalk at the NORTH SIDE of the exit ramp from the swim. Duathlon will start with the second heat of the short course (7:15AM). Both long and short course ALL Duathletes will start at the same time. Run North to the Entrance to Seven Presidents Park and return. See Map
3 mile Run (NEW COURSE)
Athletes will run out of the transition area, then turn right heading south on the paved path in front of Ocean Place. All runners will run on the path south, past Ocean Place, to the flagpoles just before the bathrooms. Make a left turn and head north on the boardwalk, staying close to the Ocean as possible. At the end of the boardwalk, stay to the right on Seaview, make your first right and head north, pass the 7 Presidents entrance way, turn right at next corner (Charlies restaurant directly in front). Follow road passing the white wall to the junction of Ocean Blvd, turn left and stay to the left of the road, to the traffic light at Atlantic Ave, left again and back to Ocean Ave North, turn right and head back to finish
6 mile Run (NEW COURSE)
All intermediate runners will do the 3 mile run, but two loops. As you approach the finish area, stay to the left of the arch, following signs for 2nd loop. You must cross the timing mat for 2 loop runners as you start the second loop. Upon return the second time towards finish, finish under the Split Second Arch.
3 and 6 mile runners
South End turn around point is the same for both distances.
Please follow signs and cones delineated to channel athletes and keep spectators off of the course. Please be courteous to all spectators and walkers. They are enjoying the weather and getting some exercise just as you are. Share the boardwalk. Please do not throw gel packs anywhere on the course. It’s up to all of us to keep the city clean!
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Please make every effort to keep the noise to a minimum when you arrive at the race site. Although for most of us athletes it is perfectly normal to be up and chatting at 5 o’clock in the morning, most residents in the area are still asleep!
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Please remember to thank the volunteers.
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No headphones on the bike or run course please.
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Remember, seconds don't count, but your safety does. Be safe and HAVE FUN!
Results
Parking
The City of Long Branch has a new parking area
Second Avenue and South Broadway, Long Branch NJ.
Bathrooms
Bathrooms are located right before the Pier Village circle (north end). There is also a public bathroom about two blocks south on the boardwalk and just north of transition area, in the bandstand structure.
Port-o-Johns are located against the wall on Madison Avenue (north end of Ocean Place Hotel property)
Transition Area See Map
We have a new design and location of the transition area. Rack sections will be marked to correspond to wave assignment. When racking your bikes, please try to use the seat to hang on the racks. This will take up less room so we can try to fit everyone in. Don't take up too much real estate. Please try to alternate both sides of the racks. Please try to get 8 bikes per rack.
Chips and bike numbers will be given to all registered athletes at packet pickup. You must wear this at all times, it is your entry to the transition area. Athletes only in transition area, please. In addition, there is security at transition exits to ensure that your bikes and belongings are safe.
The transition area opens at 5:30 a.m. on race morning and closes at 6:45 a.m. before first wave in the water.
The transition area will be broken down at 10:30 a.m., so please make sure to remove all of your belongings before then.
SWIM START WAVES (Subject to change, based on number of participants, heat changes)
Start Times
ALL ATHLETES ARE REQUIRED TO BE OUT OF THE TRANSITION AREA PRIOR TO 7:00AM, FIRST HEAT.
Short Course Triathlon
7:00 Heat 1 all male
7:05 Heat 2 all female and relay participants
Aqua Velo will go in their respective gender heats.
NOTE: Aqua Velo finish will be at the finish line. Enter transition after bike, rack bike, proceed out run out, about 100 yards. look for Aqua Velo Finish sign to direct you to enter the finish line
Long Course Triathlon
7:15 Heat 3 All Male ,
7:20 Heat 4 All Female, and Relay participants.
Aqua Velo will go in their respective gender heats
NOTE: Aqua Velo finish will be at the finish line. Enter transition after bike, rack bike, proceed out run out, about 100 yards. look for Aqua Velo Finish sign to direct you to enter the finish line
Duathletes
7:15 AM ALL Duathletes Short or long will start at the same time. Meet at the swim exit to the beach
What You Get At Check-in
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Famous SHTC bathing cap. Please wear this cap during the swim because it is highly visible.
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Cotton T-shirt
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Race Numbers (bike and run): Please wear your bib number on the front of your body.
Timing Chip: Your chip goes on your ankle, make sure it is below your wetsuit. Do not cover your chip with your wetsuit.
Transition Area Enter/Exit
We have a separate entrance and exit to the transition area that is to be used at all time before and after the race. Please do NOT use the Swim In/Run out or Bike In/Bike Out openings except during the event.
Body Marking: Volunteers will be in in front of the transition area entrance and exit. Look for signs
Results will be LIVE, posted as each finisher finishes @ SplitSecondRacing.net/results
For parking, please use any of the municipal lots, which are shown on this map:
Parking:
Street parking (metered spots, please make note of your spot number and feed the meters at the pay stations). Paid parking along the waterfront is now being enforced from 9AM to 9PM every day. The rate for all numbered spaces on Ocean Avenue is $1.00 per hour with a maximum limit of 3 hours. The rate for all other numbered spaces is $.50 per hour without any time limits. The meter machines take cash (no change given) or debit cards, MasterCard, Visa or Discover Card only! After you have paid at the meter machines, please keep your receipt (no need to take back to your car). You may use ANY meter to buy or add time.
Places to Stay
Courtyard Tinton Falls Eatontown by Marriott
1.800.321.2211
600 Hope Road, Tinton Falls, NJ 07724
The Tides
732-897-7744
408 Seventh Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ
Asbury Ocean Beach Inn (B&B)
732-539-8440
404 Asbury Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ
Berkley Carteret
732-897-5100
1401 Ocean Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ
Doubletree by Hilton
732-544-9300
700 Hope Road, Eatontown, NJ
Holiday Inn Express & Suites of Neptune
732-922-9600
3510 State Route 66, Neptune, NJ 07753
Hampton Inn Neptune
732-643-0500
4 McNamara Way, Neptune, NJ 07753
Courtyard by Marriott Tinton Falls Eatontown
732-839-2100
600 Hope Road, Tinton Falls, NJ 07724
Ocean Place Resort and Spa
1-800-411-6493
1 Ocean Boulevard, Long Branch, NJ 07740
($279++/night, *two night minimum for Saturday stays (Friday OK for one night))
To book, Call 800-411-6493, press 2 for reservations, 3 for new and existing group reservations then reference the specific event name and date.
Thanks to our current sponsors.
More sponsorship opportunities available. Contact us here for more information.