How can I register for the race?
Register online at www.genmillskidsfamilytri.org.  Registration can also be completed by going directly to  active.com. 

Can I register on race day?
No, all registrations must be completed prior to race day.  Thru July 18, registration is $25, plus $5 child’s USAT registration if child is not already USAT registered.  Late registration, after July 18, is $35, plus $5 USAT registration if child is not already USAT registered.  All registrations must be completed by midnight, Thursday, July 22.   Registrations completed after July 10th cannot be guaranteed a t-shirt.

What is the parent fee for entering the race?
Parent registration is $25, plus a $10 one day USAT registration, if not already USAT registered.  Late parent registration (July 18-July 22) is $35, plus a $10 one day USAT registration, if not already USAT registered.

What will I need for packet pick-up on Friday, July 23rd?
At packet pick-up, parents will be required to show some identification.  If you are not filling out a USAT registration form, you will be required to show a current USAT registration card for each participant.  NO CARD, NO RACE.

What are the distances that my child will be racing?
Age:                    Swim               Bike                Run
5-6               25 yards         .5 mile             .25 mile
7-8, 9-10     100 yards        3.1 mile           0.6 mile
11-15          200 yards        6.2 mile           1.2 mile
Parent category: same as 11-15 year olds

Can I participate with all my 3 children in the family division?
We will follow a one parent, one child rule.  A parent may race with a child in the pre-junior (5-6), junior (7-10), or senior (11-15) category.  If you have 2 children participating, both parents may participate, one with each child. 

Will parents receive a shirt?
Both child and parent participants will be guaranteed a t-shirt if registered by July 10th.

Do I have to register with USAT?
Yes, USAT registration is required for all sanctioned events.  This covers insurance for you and the event sponsors.

What if I have already registered with USAT but can’t find my card?
All participants must have USAT registration for race day.  Registration must be renewed annually.  You can print out a temporary card by going to the USAT website. Please remember: no card, no ID, no race!  This is a requirement for all USAT sanctioned events.

If I pay for my child’s USAT registration at your event, can my child participate in other triathlons?
If you pay the $5 USAT child registration, your child’s registration is valid for all USAT sanctioned events for one full year.  Remember to present your USAT card or a temporary card.

What about parent USAT registration for other events?
If a parent is participating and has paid the $10 one-day registration, that parent will have to register again to participate in other USAT events.  Many triathletes invest in an annual USAT registration. The cost is $39.  This registration is valid for all sanctioned events for one full year.

Can my family participate as a team? One child swimming, one biking and a parent running?
No, each participant must swim, bike and run the required distances.

Can parents participate in the practice clinic?
Yes!  Registration is $5 for each participant (child or parent). Register for the clinic at www.genmillskidsfamilytri.org, by clicking on the Triathlon 101 Clinic tab.

When is the practice clinic?
The practice clinic is scheduled for Saturday, June 26^th, , 9:00-11:00am.  Participants can preview the course and get tips from experienced triathletes.

Do I have to wear a bike helmet?
Per USAT, all participants are required to wear a CPSC (Consumer Product Safety Commission) approved helmet on the bike course.

Will bike maintenance be available?
Phat Tire Bike Shop Wrench Support Schedule:
Friday @ Packet Pick-up - 4pm-7pm
Saturday @ Memorial Park – 5am-transition area close
Sunday @ Horseshoe Bend – 5am-transition area close
Phat Tire Bike Shop will be offering complementary wrench support throughout the weekend and will also have a good supply of small parts and nutrition for racers to purchase.  Phat Tire will also offer racers 15% off tune-up labor at the downtown Bentonville location until Tuesday July 20.  Bring in your proof of race registration to take advantage of this great offer!

Our Mission:
“Helping people raise the quality of life by meeting local cyclists’ needs and promoting a relaxing and healthy activity that anyone in the community can enjoy.” www.phattirebicycles.com

When should we arrive on race day?
The transition area will open at 6:00am.  We recommend that you arrive prior to that time to park and get ready.

Will there be food after the race?
A post-race party will immediately follow the race.  Plan on hanging out with us after the race for awards and door prize drawings.  Food, drinks and fun will be provided along with some great special guests.  Nestle Waters is our transition sponsor and will be providing water for the event. See you there!