Saturday, August 9, 2025 | Rancho Seco Park, Herald, CA
USA Triathlon sanctioned Tri for Real Olympic-distance Triathlon has three races in 2025. June 7th, July 12th & August 9th. Relay Teams, Aquabike and a Super Sprint Triathlon are also available.
Back this year is the TRI for REAL Series Championship! Race all three events in the Olympic-distance Series to be eligible for Championship prizes in each five-year age group for men and women.
Start Times
- Super Sprint Tri: 7:30 am
- Tri for Real: 8:00 am
- Aquabike: 8:12 am
Distances
- Super Sprint Tri: 200 yd swim-4 mi bike-1 mile run
- Tri for Real: 1.5K swim-40K bike-10K run
- Aquabike: 1.5K swim-40K bike
Transition Area
The Transition area will be on a first-come basis, with the exception of Reserved Bike Racks for TRI Clubs. The transition area at all TBF Racing events is for athletes only. All non-athletes must remain outside of the transition area at all times on race day. Bodymarking will be take place at the entrance to the transition area and must be completed before you enter the transition area. Athletes will have their race number marked on their legs and arms and have their age division on their calf. Glass or bottles are not allowed in the transition area.
Aid Stations
Aid stations will be located in the transition area, at the start of the run, and at miles 1, 2.5, 3.5, and 5.2 on the run course, serving cold water, energy gels, and FLUID electrolyte beverage.
Equipment
Expected water temperature for Rancho Seco Park Lake will be 72-76 degrees. Wetsuits are optional. Swim fins and snorkels are not allowed. Helmets must be worn and buckled on the bike at all times. Run numbers must be worn on the run and when crossing the finish line. Listening devices of any kind: MP3, IPod, headphones, etc.. are not allowed.
Packet Pickup
Race morning from 7-9am at Race Site.
Event Schedule
| 6:30 am | Registration/Packet pick-up opens |
| 6:30 am | Transition area opens |
| 7:00 am | Race announcements begin |
| 7:30 am | REAL Super Sprint Triathlon |
| 8:00 am | TRI for REAL start |
| 8:12 am | Aquabike start |
Divisions
Tri for Real
- 5-year age groups
- Athena (females), Clydesdale (males)
- Male, Female and Coed Relay
- Challenged
Aquabike
- Males, Females
Super Sprint Tri
- 10-year age groups
- Athena (females), Clydesdale (males)
Race Awards
Tri for Real Triathlon
- Overall Finisher Awards for the top 3 male and female
- Awards three deep in each 5-year age group and divisions
Aquabike
- Overall Finisher Awards for the top male and female
- Awards for the top 3 male and female finishers
Super Sprint Tri
- Overall Finisher Awards for the top male and female
- Awards three deep in each 10-year age group and divisions
Series Awards
Series Champion Prizes
Tri for Real Series Champions will receive Custom Series Champion apparel and hydration flasks.
2025 Entry Fees
| Before 12/1 | After 12/1 | Race Day | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tri for Real Triathlon - Individual | $130 | $140 | $150 |
| Tri for Real Triathlon - Relay Team | $140 | $160 | $160 |
| Tri for Real - Aquabike | $100 | $110 | $120 |
| REAL Super Sprint Triathlon | $90 | $100 | $110 |
Refund and transfer policy
TBF Racing has a no refund policy on all of our events. A refund requested prior to race week will be given a TBF Race credit for the amount of the entry fee minus a $25 processing fee. Credits are not given during race week. Transfers are allowed from one TBF Racing event to another within a one-year time frame. There is a $25 transfer fee. Transfers are not allowed during race week. ALL TBF Racing events are held rain or shine.
Rancho Seco Park, Herald CA
Street Address: 14440 Twin Cities Blvd, Herald, CA 95638
Rancho Seco Park is the site of many of the TBF Racing summer events. The park features plenty of camping and the lake’s summertime water temperature is in the 70s.
Please note that the parking fee at Rancho Seco Park has increased from $10 to $12 per car. Exact change is preferred.