Grand Columbian Super Tri | TriFREAKS Endurance Sports

9th Annual Grand Columbian Super Triathlon
Saturday, September 15th, 2012

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The Grand Columbian has been one of America’s premier endurance race courses. Eight years of amazing athletes participating in this both challenging, fun and rewarding event. We are both honored and excited to carry on the tradition of the Grand Columbian Triathlon and look forward to making sure everyone continues to have the great experiences they have had, as well as add new ones every year!

Grand Coulee is family friendly, so come join us with your family, friends and kids and experience an amazing event and amazing geologic wonders and vistas of Eastern Washington. Experience the best Super Tri, Ultra (Iron), Long (Half Iron) and Olympic distance triathlon courses, Aquabike, Duathlons in the Pacific Northwest. The Grand Columbian offers the only Super Tri and Ultra (Iron) distance race in Washington with the kind of experience you expect in a local and friendly environment!

We offer great community support, thousands of dollars in awards and raffles, unique Partnership awards for married couples, corporate and club team events, men’s and women’s tech shirts, and medallions for all events. We will be serving some great post race food, with a pre-race carb loading dinner, a live DJ & announcer. This is one race you will not forget!

For 2012, the Grand Columbian Super Triathlon will take place on the 15th of September, and will be continuing the Ultra Distance (Iron) triathlon as well as adding a Super Triathlon! The course will be both challenging and fantastically rewarding, and will most definitely earn you bragging rights! Additionally, we are really looking forward to utilizing our new race to help the local community for their fundraising project to build a new school for the Grand Coulee Dam School District. You can find out more info on this project at http://gcdnewschool.com/. And we’ll be sure to send more information on this project as we move forward.

Grand Columbian Super Triathlon Events:

Super Tri Distance ~ 5.0 km Swim ~ 200 km Bike ~ 50.0 km n
Ultra Distance ~ 3.8 km Swim ~ 180 km Bike ~ 42.2 km Run
Long (Half) Course ~ 1.9 km Swim ~ 90 km Bike ~ 21.1 km Run
Olympic Distance ~ 1.5 km Swim ~ 45 km Bike ~ 10 km Run
Super Tri Aquabike ~ 5.0 km Swim ~ 200 km Bike
Ultra Aquabike ~ 3.8 km Swim ~ 180 km Bike
Long (Half) Aquabike ~ 1.9 km Swim ~ 90 km Bike
Olympic Aquabike ~ 1.5 km Swim ~ 45 km Bike
Super Duathlon ~ 5.0 km Run ~ 200 km Bike ~ 50.0 km Run
Ultra Duathlon ~ 5.0 km Run ~ 180 km Bike ~ 42.2 km Run
Long (Half) Duathlon ~ 5.0 km Run ~ 90 km Bike ~ 21.1 km Run

Note: For all Iron and Super distances (Aquathlon included) athletes may optionally purchase an 1000 ml IV during registration for $35 that guarantees them accelerated post race hydration and accelerated recovery. The purchase will assure you a no hassle IV that will set you on course for a quick recovery. We will have medical staff waiting at the finish line to administer them.

We’re super excited about the Grand Columbian, and about seeing all of you there! To register now, click on the register now button above. For more information browse the tabs above. We look forward to serving all of you in this journey!

Where is the Grand Columbian Held:

The Grand Columbian is located in the Grand Coulee Dam area, 90 miles west of Spokane, 100 miles south of Osoyoos, B.C. and 65 miles east of Wenatchee, WA. The event will be hosted at Spring Canyon Campground on Lake Roosevelt and the Lower Vac Park, immediately below the Grand Coulee Dam. For more information on facilities and an address for Spring Canyon Campground click here. For directions click here. You can also find more detailed directions on the “Lodging & Directions” tab above.

Lake Roosevelt water temperatures for the summer is usually around 60 degrees. For more facts on Lake Roosevelt visit the Lake Roosevelt Forum.

Event Cost & Registration:

For event registration fees please visit our registration provider by clicking on the “Register Now” button below. Athletes can register late during Packet Pick-Up the day before the race with a $10.00 increase to price. There will be NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION or RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP. Registration fees and a list of participants can be found by clicking on the “Register Now” button below. To get a list of all participants on the registration site select “Search Participants”, just leave the search box blank. For packet pickup times and information see further below on this page.

ATTENTION: Please read our Refund & Rollover Policy. It is your responsibility to know it.

Optional IV’s: For all Iron and Super distances (Aquathlon included) athletes may optionally purchase an 1000 ml IV during registration for $35 that guarantees them accelerated post race hydration and accelerated recovery. The purchase will assure you a no hassle IV that will set you on course for a quick recovery. We will have medical staff waiting at the finish line to administer them.

Weekend Schedule:

Friday September 14th, 2012: Packet Pickup, Bike Check In & Carb Loading Day

1:00 pm: Packet Pick-Up & Late Registration @ Spring Canyon Campground
1:00 pm: T1 opens for Bike Check In @ Spring Canyon Campground
5:15 pm: Athletes Meeting @ Spring Canyon Campground
6:00 pm: Carb Loading Dinner @ Spring Canyon Campground
7:00 pm: Packet Pick Up & T1 Closes for the day.
8:00 pm: Carb Loading Dinner Ends
8:00 pm: Sweet Dreams! Get some rest before the big day!

Saturday September 15th, 2012: Race Day

4:30 am: Bus Shuttles start running from T2 ( Lower Vac Park ) to T1 ( Spring Canyon Campground )
5:00 am: T1 OPENS FOR ALL EVENTS and Race Bag & Special Needs Bag Drop Off
5:45 am: T1 Closes for Super Tri
6:00 am: Mandatory Pre-Race Meeting at Swim Start for Super Tri.
6:15 am: Super Tri Swim Waves Start in 5 Minute Increments*
6:15 am: T1 Closes for Ultra (Iron)
6:30 am: Mandatory Pre-Race Meeting at Swim Start for Ultra (Iron)
6:45 am: Ultra (Iron) Swim Waves Start in 5 Minute Increments
8:30 am: T1 Closes for Long Course (1/2 Iron)
8:45 am: Mandatory Pre-Race Meeting at Swim Start for Long Course (1/2 Iron)
9:00 am: Long Course (1/2 Iron) Swim Waves Start in 5 Minute Increments
9:30 am: T1 Closes for Olympic Distance
9:45 am: Mandatory Pre-Race Meeting at Swim Start for Olympic Distance
10:00 am: Olympic DistanceSwim Waves Start in 5 Minute Increments
11:30 am: Post Race Food Opens at T2! Bon Appetite!
1:00 pm: Olympic Triathlon & Aquabike Awards Ceremony.
4:00 pm: Long Course (1/2 Iron) Triathlon, Aquabike & Duathlon Awards Ceremony.
1:00 am: Post Race Food Closes Sunday Morning

Sunday, September 16th, 2012: Post Race day at Eagles Lodge, Grand Coulee, WA

10:00 am: Post Race Brunch Opens “Eagles Lodge” in Grand Coulee
11:00 am: Awards Ceremony Begins (ULTRA & SUPER)
12:30 pm: Post Race Brunch Closes

Note: For directions to Eagles Lodge click here. Their telephone number is: 509.633.0162.

Swim Waves:

All swim waves will be self select and will start in 3 to 5 minutes increments based on how many participants are in each category. By self select we mean that you decide what wave you want to go in. The system is designed to let the competitive swimmers go first, then the not so competitive swimmers. It provides a safe environment where nobody has to get swam over like some events have happen a lot. It works great, and allows both men and women that are faster swimmers to compete against each other. :-)

Course Cut Off Times:

Cut off times (BELOW) for race support will be enforced for Ultra (Iron Distance) and Super Tri distances for swim bike and run. That means if you choose to do so you can continue on if you are on the course. However there will be no support crew on the course after the cut off times. Cut off times will be as follows:

Super Tri Distance – Swim Cut Off: 8:30 am
Super Tri Distance – Bike Cut Off: 6:30 pm
Super Tri Distance -Run Cut Off:

1st Lap: 9:30 pm
Full Distance: 1:00 am Sunday

Ultra (Iron Distance) – Swim Cut Off: 9:30 am
UItra (Iron Distance) – Bike Cut Off: 6:00 pm
Ultra (Iron Distance) – Run Cut Off:

1st Lap: 8:30 pm
Full Distance: 11:30 pm

Packet Pickup Information:

Mandatory Packet Pick Up: ALL Super & Ultra ( Iron ) Participants are REQUIRED to pick their packets up from 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Friday, September 14th, 2011 at the Spring Canyon Campground. Long Course (1/2 Iron) and Olympic distance athletes can pick up their packets the morning of the race as well from 6:30 am to 8:00 am at the same location. For directions to Spring Canyon Campground click here.

Mandatory Bike Check In: Once you have picked up your packet you will prepare your bike and proceed to T1 inside Spring Canyon Campground, where you will check your bike in after a quick Safety Inspection. ALL Super & Ultra ( Iron ) Participants are REQUIRED to check their bikes in Friday, September the 14th, during the times the transition area is open ( See “Weekend Schedule” area above for more info. ) Long Course (1/2 Iron) and Olympic distance athletes can check their bikes in during Race Day as well from 5:00 AM on.

Race Bags and Special Needs Bags: Bags can be dropped on Friday or Saturday morning when you check in. T1 will be open at 5:00 am. We will make sure your bags are placed in the right area for your race. If you have a special needs bag (Super Tri, Ultra (Iron) and Half distances only), please make sure you place your Bib Number on your Bag and Gear you want it back after the race.

Athletes Meetings: Informational athlete meetings for events on the 14th will be held at 5:15 pm at the Spring Canyon Campground T1 area, followed by a carb loading dinner at 6:00 pm at North Dam Park It is strongly recommended you attend the athletes meetings.

Pre Race Carb Loading Pasta Dinner:

The Pre Race Carb Loading Pasta Dinner will be held at the Spring Canyon Campground. Details are still being worked out and will be posted here and also sent out via the pre race email once they are available.

Start Area Check In:

Transition Area Check In opens on Friday, September 14th at Spring Canyon Campground from 1:00 pm until 7:00 pm. The transition area will open up again at 5:00 am on the 15th.

SECURITY BANDS: All athletes will be issued security wrist bands that will be used to cross check names and bib numbers for permission to enter the transition area. Non participants, and/or anyone not wearing a security wrist band will NOT be allowed inside the transition area. There will be security present to enforce this rule! No exceptions will be made, no matter how much you think you should be in there with your friend, husband, wive, or anyone else. The transition area is for ATHLETES ONLY!!!

ATTENTION: Please do not check your bike in until you are ready to leave it there for the night if you are doing the Super Tri or Ultra distance. For security purposes absolutely no bikes will be allowed out of the transition area once they have been checked in until the events start. If you feel you need to warm up on a bike, bring your commuter bike, or another bike to ride. You will be able to enter the transition area before your event to check your tires, etc…

HELMETS: Helmets are required at ANY TIME you are on a bike! Not wearing your helmet, even if you are just riding your bike to the transition area to check it in, or riding another bike to warm up, is grounds for DISQUALIFICATION! These are USAT RULES and protect you and us from injuries and/or any results thereof.

Pre-Race Shuttle Service:

We will provide shuttle service the morning of the race for $5. 50% of the shuttle fees will go towards the new school project for Grand Coulee Dam School District. You can find out more info on this project at http://gcdnewschool.com/. The Shuttles will run from 4:30 AM to 10:30 AM, and will transport you from T2 to T1. They will also be able to transport friends and family back to T1 until 10:30. Please note that race participants will have preference on the bus if there is not enough room for a run there or back. After 10:30 there will be no more shuttles. There will be NO SHUTTLE SERVICE AFTER YOU ARE DONE. Which is why we encourage you to park at T2 the morning of the race and take the shuttle to T1 for the swim start. If you park at T2, take the shuttle to T1, you will have your own transportation close to the finish line when you are done racing.

Event Parking:

Please note parking instructions for race day! TriFREAKS is not responsible for your vehicles should they be towed. And if they block the race they WILL BE TOWED! Plan ahead, park smart and leave yourself enough time to take care of everything you need to take care of the morning of the race. Spring Canyon Park has limited parking, please obey NO PARKING signs or the Rangers will ticket and tow you.

T2 & Finish Line area at the Park has NO PARKING inside the park. There are multiple parking lots available within a short 2 to 3 minute walk, as well as extensive parking in the residential areas right outside the park at T2. Please see the inncluded parking maps here for an idea on where to park at the finish line.

There are many Parking lots above the Park along the Coulee Dam and WA-155.

IMPORTANT: We STRONGLY encourage you to park at the finish line the morning of the event and use the provided school bus shuttles to get to the swim start. The Shuttles will run from 4:30 AM to 10:30 AM, and will transport you from T2 to T1. They will also be able to transport friends and family back to T1 until 10:30. Please note that race participants will have preference on the bus if there is not enough room for a run there or back. After 10:30 there will be no more shuttles. There will be NO SHUTTLE SERVICE AFTER YOU ARE DONE. Which is why we encourage you to park at T2 the morning of the race and take the shuttle to T1 for the swim start.

Note: Click on the parking map images to see larger versions of them for more detail.

Before we cover the course info, please note the following:

If you are participating in the Ocean Shores Big Weekend Tri & Foot Fest then knowing the course is 100% your responsibility. So make sure you familiarize yourself with the course and ask any questions you have before the event. Courses will be marked well, and we will do our part to make sure you know where to go. However, ultimately it is YOUR responsibility to know the course. If you ask anyone other than race officials, (volunteers are NOT considered race officials) and they point you the wrong way, it is STILL your responsibility if you end up going the wrong way. Those are USAT & USATF rules, and these are USAT and USATF Sanctioned Races, so again, do your part and know the course and take a close look at the course maps.

General Info:

For the Grand Columbian 2012 all events will start out of the Spring Canyon Campground. Late registration, packet pickup will also be at the Spring Canyon Campground. Awards, post race food will take place at the Main Event Area or Visitor’s Center Park just below the Grand Coulee Dam. For directions to the park click here.

Make sure you check out the interactive map links! They have a lot of detailed information on course maps. Also, when reviewing the maps make sure to click on the “Notes” option in the top right hand corner for turn by turn directions and street name details.

Grant Columbian Triathlon Transition Area Info:

T1 Bike Transition Area Details Map

The Grand Columbian is a two transition area race. The first transition, swim to bike, is in Spring Canyon Campground, and the second transition area is at the Lover Vac Park ( the park immediately below the Grand Coulee Dam ). You will want to make sure you understand how a two transition race flows, and where you need to have what portion of your equipment. Please study all the information below carefully, so you are aware of where you need to be when. Also make sure to carefully review the “Event Details” tab, as it provides instructions on how to take the shuttle to the start area the morning of the race, as well as other vital instructions.

T2 Transition & Finish Area Details Map

T1 is where you will place all your equipment to transition from the swim to the bike portion of the event ( bike, wetsuit, etc… ).

T2 is where you will rack your bike when you are done biking and where your running gear should be. T2 is also where you will finish the race. Since we are providing shuttles the morning of the race to the swim start you will want to park close to T2, since this will allow you to leave when you are ready to head out without having to wait to go back to T1.

Note: Click on the images for a larger view of the static maps.

Grand Columbian Triathlon Swim Course Info:

Swim Start & Warm Up Area

The Grand Columbian Triathlon swim course is designed to provide a course that works for all the distances offered at the triathlon, provides the best experience while maintaining a high level of safety and security for the swimmers. The following notes and images describe the courses, and the links below offer an interactive online map that you can use to zoom in and find out more at a high level of detail.

The swim start is to the west ( left ) of the boat ramps in Spring Canyon Campground. Participants wishing to warm up for the swim can do so in the area marked on the swim start map shown here.

The swim course is a triangle shape that everyone swims around in a clockwise direction. That means that at all times of the swim the buoys should be in your right side. The actual route for each swim distance is described in more detail here:

Overhead Shot of Layout for Swim Course

The Super Tri swim course is 5.0 kilometers around the swim course. Swimmers will do two laps of the full course and then turn towards the finish at the buoy marked by “S” on the image below. Each full lap is 1.18 miles, and swimmers will exit the water and go over a timing mat for each lap before entering the water to continue! For details on direction to swim, where to turn, etc… please see the below image:
The Ultra (Iron) swim course is 3.8 kilometers around the swim course. Swimmers will do two laps of the full course before they finish. Each full lap is 1.18 miles, and swimmers will exit the water and go over a timing mat for each lap before entering the water to continue! For details on direction to swim, where to turn, etc… please see the below image:
The Long (Half Iron) swim course is 1.9 kilometers around the swim course. Each full lap is 1.18 miles, and swimmers will exit the water after doing one full lap! For details on direction to swim, where to turn, etc… please see the below image:
The Olympic swim course is one lap (1500 meters) around the smaller swim course. Please make sure you know the difference between the Long and Olympic course! Swimmers will swim the course until they get to the buoy marked by “O” on the image below. Once they get to this buoy they will swim following the red line to the big yellow mark on the image below, and then swim to the finish. For details on direction to swim, where to turn, etc… please see the image to the left.

Note: Click on the images above for a larger view of the static maps.

The following link provides a detailed interactive map for the swim courses. Make sure to zoom in and take advantage of being able to look at a higher level of detail. You may want to change the type of view you get to see under the “Map Options” at the top left. The satellite view offers an actual satellite image of the lake with the course layout over it:

Grand Columbian Triathlon Swim Routes

NOTE: If you are having difficulty at any point durinig the swim raise your hand and ask for help. Feel free to hold onto one of the Kayaks or boats and then either continue the event or ask for assistance and be removed from the water. As long as you are not moved forward by anything other than yourself you can always continue the swim. If you are propelled forward by anything other than your own efforts you will be disqualified from the event. You can elect to finish the event however your time will not count towards the final results.

Grand Columbian Triathlon Bike Course Info:

The Grand Columbian Triathlon bike courses all start at Spring Canyon Campground. The courses are hilly and offer extensive elevation changes depending on what distance course you are doing. These are challenging and also very rewarding courses! The views are spectacular in many cases, and there are as many fast downhill sections as there are uphill sections. You will not be disappointed after finishing these courses and will remember them for the great accomplishment they are! As a reminder, the distances for each bike course are as follows:

The Super Tri bike course is 200 kilometers / 124.5 Miles.
The Ultra (Iron) bike course is 180 kilometers / 112 Miles.
The Long (Half) bike course is 90 kilometers / 56 Miles.
The Olympic bike course is 45 kilometers / 26 Miles.

For a detailed overview of the bike course, please review the Interactive Maps of the Grand Columbian Bike Routes by clicking the links below. Details of various sections of the bike course and other areas are available in the Grand Columbian Spring Canyon Bike Course PDF by clicking here.

Grand Columbian Triathlon Run Course Info:

The Grand Columbian Triathlon run courses all start at the Lower Vac Park immediately below the Grand Coulee Dam. The courses mostly flat with the exception of the section where you drop down and back up from the road to the river trail. The trail was chosen because it offers both a secure traffic free area as well as a cooler course close to the river. Asphalt can get pretty hot and reflect that heat back up towards you as you run on a hot day. We want you all to be safe, and not overheat, so we chose this beautiful trail for you. For those of you that will be out past sunset, flashlights will be provided. Aid stations will be provided every 1.5 miles. The Super Tri and Ultra (Iron) are 2 laps each. Super Tri, Ultra (Iron), Long (Half) and Olympic distance turnarounds will be marked and there will be an aid station at each turn around. Please make sure you READ the signs for YOUR respective turn around. If you cut the run course short, unintentionally or intentionally I will have to DISQUALIFY your results. Out of all the things I get to do as a Race Director, this is my least favorite thing to do. Please don’t make me do so! You will not be disappointed after finishing these courses and will remember them for the great accomplishment they are! As a reminder, the distances for each run course are as follows:

The Super Tri Run course is 50 kilometers | 30 Miles ( Two laps of 15 Miles )
The Ultra (Iron) Run course is 40 kilometers | 26.2 Miles. ( Two laps of 13.1 Miles )
The Long (Half) Run course is 21.1 kilometers | 13.1 Miles.
The Olympic Run course is 10 kilometers | 6.2 Miles.
The First Run for the Duathlon is 5 kilometers | 3.1 Miles

For a detailed overview of the run courses, please review the Interactive Maps of the Grand Columbian Run Routes by clicking the links below:

Hammer Aid Station & Special Needs Bag Info:

For the Runs there will be aid stations approximately every 1.5 miles. The bike courses will have strategically placed aid stations as well. The Half, Ultra and Super Tri will have your Special Needs bags at approximately the half way mark for both the Run and Bike. For more info on the Special Needs area click the Almira Aid Station PDF Overview by Clicking Here. You will receive a bag for each at Packet Pick-Up. The course maps earlier on this page have the aid stations marked if you’d like to review them. All aid stations will have Water, Hammer Heed^TM and flat cola in case you need it. They will also have Hammer gels, bagels, pretzels, bananas and candy/energy bars. In addition, the Run aid stations will have Cool Wet Sponges , Hot Chicken Soup (T2 area Aid Station only) and emergency heat shield blankets for the Super Tri and Ultra (Iron) Distance athletes.

All aid stations will have radio support to call out for help or report any problems. Run aid stations will carry reflectors, flashers, and or flash lights should it get dark while you are running. Run aid stations will also be equipped with lighting, have at minimum a first aid kit and reflective heat blankets. Be safe, use whatever you need!

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please do not discard any trash other than at aid stations. If you have bottles, packaging, or any other containers or trash of any kind you wish to throw away YOU MUST HOLD ONTO THEM UNTIL YOU GET TO THE NEXT AID STATION! We will also provide strategically placed catch bins for trash after each aid station where you can toss your trash without having to stop. The local community, parks and state are kind enough to let us use their roads and trails, so be kind enough and protect them! If you throw things away at aid stations then we can pack out what we pack in. Failure to do so will impede our ability to continue producing this race for all of you.

Post Race IV Reminder:

For all Iron and Super distances (Aquathlon included) athletes may optionally purchase an 1000 ml IV during registration for $35 that guarantees them accelerated post race hydration and accelerated recovery. The purchase will assure you a no hassle IV that will set you on course for a quick recovery. We will have medical staff waiting at the finish line to administer them.

Information on Pre & Post Race Food:

The Pre Race Carb Loading Pasta Dinner will be held at the Spring Canyon Campground from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Details are still being worked out and will be posted here and also sent out via the pre race email once they are available. Post race food will be available at the Finish Line the day of the race and will include fruit (bananas, etc..), peanut butter, some type of bread/grains, sausages and pancakes, as well as other goodies. The Super Tri and Iron awards ceremony will include a breakfast that will be held at the Eagles Lodge in Grand Coulee off of “B” Street. For more information on this see the “Event Details” tab.

Information on What SWAG & Awards You’ll Be Getting:

IMPORTANT: Read Our Awards Policy!

The Grand Columbian is committed to creating an event where all athletes have a sense of accomplishment and reward. In recognition for the exceptional course, reputation and community support the race has been awarded age-group championship and/or Grand Prix status numerous times. We have created a few special award categories unique to the Grand Columbian. We are thrilled to again host the North American Club Endurance Award competition — with over $5,000 in cash and prizes. “Is your club tough enough?”

North American Club Endurance Challenge Awards & Info – Click Here! <– Info coming soon.

Additionally we are hosting the Corporate Team Endurance Challenge. How does your company measure up against others?

North American Team Endurance Challenge Awards & Info – Click Here!

Additional Swag & Award Information:

SWAG is specific to each distance and details are provided for each event below. Clydesdale (200 lb+) and Athena (150 lb+) will be considered a separate age group with top three finishers recognized for awards. An athlete must choose either age-group or Clydesdale/Athena.

Super Tri Distance:

Custom Oggio Back Pack Bag
Custom Green Layer Apollo Hoody
Custom Super Tri Running Visor
Grand Columbian Tech T-Shirt
Grand Columbian Triathlon Finisher Medals
A Special Grand Columbian Super Tri Finishers Award for Everyone
Metal Trophy Cups for 1st, 2nd and 3rd Overall Male and Female

Age Groups: 19 & Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 & 70+.

Ultra Distance (Iron):

Custom Green Layer Apollo Hoody
Custom Super Tri Running Visor
Grand Columbian Tech T-Shirt
Grand Columbian Triathlon Finisher Medals
Metal Trophy Cups for 1st, 2nd and 3rd Overall Male and Female
Award Plaques for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place Age Group Winners

Age Groups: 19 & Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 & 70+.

Long Course (Half Iron):

Custom Super Tri Running Visor
Grand Columbian Tech T-Shirt
Grand Columbian Triathlon Finisher Medals
Trophies for 1st, 2nd and 3rd Overall Male and Female
Award Plaques for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place Age Group Winners

Age Groups: 19 & Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 & 70+.

Olympic Distance:

Grand Columbian Tech T-Shirt
Grand Columbian Triathlon Finisher Medals
Trophies for 1st, 2nd and 3rd Overall Male and Female
Award Plaques for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place Age Group Winners

Age Groups: 19 & Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 & 70+.

Clydesdale and Athena Divisions:

NOTE: Clydesdale (200 lb+) and Athena (150 lb+) will be considered a separate age group with overall three finishers recognized for awards. An athlete must choose either age-group or Clydesdale/Athena. Please note that due to the small number of participants in these divisions we can not feasibly award all age groups.

Special Other Awards:

We have a few other special awards for folks, however these will be surprises.

Lodging Information:

Coulee House Inn and Suites: 800.715.7767 | www.couleehouse.com
Grand Coulee Motel: 866.633.2860 | www.grandcouleemotel.com
Trail West Motel: 866.633.8157 | www.trailwestmotel.com
Sky Deck Motel: 800.708.3014 | www.skydeckmotel.com
Gold House Bed & Breakfast: 800.835.9369 | www.grandcouleedam.com
Sun Banks Resort (Villas): 888.822.7195 | www.sunbanksresort.com
Willows Motel (Wilbur): 509.647.2100 | www.wilburwillowsmotel.com
Sun Banks Resort (Camping & RV’s): 888.822.7195 | ww.sunbanksresort.com
Steamboat Rock State Park: 888.226.7688 | www.parks.wa.gov
Spring Canyon National Park 509.633.9188 | www.lakeroseveltpark.com
Coulee Playland Resort (Camping & RV’s): 509.633.2671 | www.couleeplayland.com
Country Lane Campground & RV | http://www.countrylanecampground.com/
ATHLETE CAMPING: For a nominal price you can camp at the Grand Coulee Middle School from Friday 4:00 pm until Sunday 1:00pm. Located less then one mile from race start/finish. Indoor (girl’s and boy) showers and washrooms. Cost is only $15 per day. To reserve a spot for Grand Coulee Middle School Camping please proceed to make a payment using the “Buy Now” button below:

Number of Camp Sites:

You can find additional lodging at the Experience WA Site.

Directions to The Grand Columbian Super Triathlon:

Directions from Spokane, West Bound, Interstate 90:

Directions from Winthrop, East Bound, North Cascade State Highway 20:

Directions from Osoyoos, Canada, South Bound, State Highway 97:

Directions from Tri Cities (Pasco), WA, North Bound, State Highway 395:

Directions from The Dalles, OR, West Bound, Interstate 84:

For 2012 we are working with Feral Motion to provide finish line and other strategic location videos for a nominal charge. These videos can then be accessed online to view/download the clips, as well as take still shots from them so you can frame any particular moments you would like to keep for memories.

We will notify everyone that is already registered to provide options on how to sign up for this and will soon be adding the option to pay for this option during our registration process. We believe you will love the ability to see videos of yourself instead of that photo shot that often catches us with the worst look on our faces. ;-)

We will also have a traditional photographer at the event to capture your moments. Scott Hunter from The Star in Grand Coulee often takes some pictures during the Grand Columbian Triathlon as well. Pictures will be at the following link, and can be viewed and purchased by clicking here once they become available! All proceeds will go towards the funding to build a new school building in Grand Coulee.

Finally, if you know of anyone that has pictures, reviews, videos, and/or blogs posted for the event, send us an email at feedback@trifreaks.com and the contact person for the site, and we’ll try to get them added below as well.

Following are previous and current results and photos:

2012 Results | Photos (Will be posted when available)
2011 Results | Photos**
2010 Results | Photos
2009 Results | Photos
2008 Results | Photos
2007 Results | Photos
2006 Results: Iron | Half Iron*
2005 Results: Iron | Half Iron
2004 Results: Iron | Half Iron

*We took over the Grand Columbian in 2011, and there are some races that we are missing information for. The results marked with a “*” are the ones we are looking for info for. If you have information on these results please let us know by contacting info@trifreaks.com.

**Scott Hunter with The Star also took some photos that are available here.

Athletes instructions will be available as we get closer to the race date…

TriFreaks is delighted to announce that Sammamish Valley Cycle is providing bike support for the Grand Columbian Super Triathlon. In their own words:

Ever since its founding in 1981, Sammamish Valley Cycle has been about a passion for the sport of cycling. Over the years, we’ve evolved into one of the Pacific Northwest’s best bike shops, with extensive experience and expertise in road, mountain, triathlon, track and randonneuring. All owners and employees are avid cyclists and we take your cycling seriously.

Although we have a reputation for being one of the premier road and triathlon shops, we still endeavor to excel in all aspects of cycling to help you find the right hybrid, mountain, or children’s bike, explain the latest in generator lighting systems, and help with the myriad of clothing and accessories you might need.

Through the years of working with the Seattle International Randonneurs (SIR), Team in Training, various local racing teams and our loyal customers, we’re driven to offer you the best bicycles, accessories, service and advice to make your cycling experience the best it can be. We only offer products that we use and endorse, and will always strive to give you our best in service or sales. We’re about quality and that goes for both our product offerings as well as our personal interactions. Cycling is fun and we want to share our enthusiasm with you.

Options To Ship Your Bike to the Event:

Jordan Keough has worked in the bike industry for over 30 years and has worked with triathletes for over 25 years. He has reliably assembled and disassembled bikes for athletes participating in the Grand Columbian Triathlon for many years. If you would like to ship your bike to Grand Coulee to have him assembled the bike for you, please read on below. Jordan will be happy to assist you in any way he can.

Bikes are to be shipped to Sunflower Graphics (417 Midway Ave. P.O. Box 598, Grand Coulee, WA 99133). Athletes MUST contact Jordan beforehand to make arrangements for their bike to be received and worked on. Shipping boxes need to be marked “assemble” on the box. Jordan will be at Sunflower Graphics the Wednesday before the start of the event to start assembling bikes. Bikes can be picked up starting Thursday (at the back door of the building) at 9:00 am. To repackage bikes they are to be brought to the back door of Sunflower Graphics on Sunday at 10:00 am (unless the athlete and Jordan make other arrangements). The cost for assembly and repackaging is $100 plus the cost of return shipping. The best way of payment to Jordan is via PayPal or cash at time of pick up. Jordan will give you his PayPal account info when you contact him.

Contact Info: Athletes interested in this service can contact Jordan at 208.651.4045 (texting is best, then he can call you back), or via email at jjmk506@aol.com (Subject: “bike assembly”).

NOTE: Athletes who wish to assemble their own bikes can also ship their bikes to Sunflower Graphics so they can pick them up and assemble the bike themselves.

Grand Columbian Media Gallery:

Below you will find a collection of race reports, photo galleries, and videos from previous and current years. We hope you enjoy them and come join us for the next Grand Columbian Super Triathlon!

Race Reports & Articles:

Spring Canyon Campground Photo Compilation:

Coming soon…

Grand Columbian Video Gallery: