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Rockman Challenge :
Triathlon : Paddle, Bike 15 Miles, Run 3.1 Miles, Military style Obstacle Course
  • Race Date: Saturday, September 20, 2014
  • Start Time: 9:30 AM
  • Entry Fee:Starts at $55.00
  • Location:Bethesda Lutheran Communities
  • Address: 600 Hoffman Drive
  • City/State/Zip:Watertown, Wisconsin 53094
  • Country: USA

The Rockman Challenge is a sprint triathlon with a twist. Paddle (4 miles) on the Rock River, bike (15 miles) in Jefferson County, then run (3 miles) through the woods is the triathlon.  A military style obstacle course with drill sergeants at the end provides the twist.  It is a one of a kind event held in Watertown, Wis. The event will be Saturday, September 20, 2014 beginning at 9:30am. Participants can go solo or with a partner.  Groups of up to four members can compete as a team or enter in the family division. Registration is limited to the first 300 entries. Registration prices start at just $50 and each participant will receive a shirt and post-race meal. For more information, check out our website, at www.rockmanchallenge.org.

Course Information:

Paddle: Start the race with a paddle on the Rock river. This first three mile leg will take you through Watertown VIA water. Make sure you check out the three large city parks and businesses along the paddle. Make sure you read the river properly. Go too far out of the channel and you will add significant distance and time to your race. Cut a corner too sharp, you may have to push pole. Just above the dam, exit the water river left and carry your gear 75 yards. Re-enter the water below the dam and paddle to the boat launch next to Bethesda Lutheran Communities, about a mile. Did you notice the historic bridges? How about the geese?

Alternate route will be considered for low water levels.

Bike: This is a challenging but reasonable 15.5 mile route.  Some hills and some flats, sure to please every level rider. You may notice how quickly you get into the country, another small town treat. The rolling glacial terrain of Jefferson county offers remarkable views on this route. Was that the same goose flying overhead? Helmets are mandatory.

Trail Run: Now begin your 3 mile trail run. Certainly not as hilly as the bike ride but equally as challenging. Take notice of Bethesdas grounds...youre helping support them right now! The wooded portion, Camp Matz, is full of chances to observe deer, squirrels or other wildlife. Get to the edge of the woods and look for the ducks, cranes and other nesting birds. Was that the same goose over your head?

Obstacle Course: A short run with a twist. It is only a quarter mile but it contains military style obstacle course complete with Drill Sergeants.  Lastly, grab your Rockman Challenge burlap bag, put both feet in, and holding the bag above your knee line, get to the finish line, 50 yards away. Congratulations, you just completed the Rockman Challenge!

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