Deuces Wild Triathlons
DeuceMan Middle Distance Triathlon – Saturday – NOTE BIKE COURSE CHANGE
Swim 1.2 miles | Bike 43 miles | Run 13.1 miles
Individual Age Group, Individual AquaBike, Relay & Clydesdale/ Athena
The DeuceMan is the most challenging race at the Deuces Wild Endurance Festival and is a long-distance race covering over 70 miles. You will swim, bike, and run through some of the most beautiful scenery in Arizona and be on a course that will challenge you both physically and mentally.
DeuceMan Middle Distance AquaBike
The Deuces Wild DeuceMan AquaBike follows the exact same swim course and bike course as the DeuceMan Triathlon. Once you cross the timing station at the dismount line heading into T2 you are all done – no run for you! AquaBike finishers will not cross the actual finish line on their bike; however, we encourage you to make your way to the finish line to collect your medal and partake in the post-race activities! Be sure to turn in your timing chip.
SWIM COURSE – 1.2 MILES (CUT OFF TIME 1 hour 10 min after last start)
Expected water temperature for the race is between 58 & 65 degrees. Wetsuits are highly encouraged. We do abide by the USAT rules for wetsuit usage, which allows wetsuits to be used in water temperatures up to and including 78 degrees Fahrenheit. Between 78 and 84 degrees, wetsuits may be used, but participants will not be eligible for age group awards.
The swim will be a one-lap triangular course. Athletes will begin the race in the water or on the shore depending on the water level on race day. The start is a self selected rolling start. Once the swim begins, swimmers will proceed from the channel, veering right to the first large buoy. The course will be run in a counter-clockwise direction. Once you hit the first large buoy, turn left and swim to the second large buoy. Remember to keep all buoys on your left. At the second large buoy, turn left again and head for the finish. You do not need to round any buoys as you come back into the channel – just make the turn and head to the boat ramp and swim finish.
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DEUCEMAN BIKE COURSE – NEW, SMOOTHER Course – Must Read!!! Cut off time 11:30 AM
There are some big changes to the bike course in 2025. #1 – the course is shorter (43 miles) and #2 it is smoother (all expansion cracks in the park have been repaired)! You will follow the same course as the International Distance, but you will take a right at 43rd Av and Hwy 260 and complete the out and back on Lone Pine Dam Rd a second time. This eliminates most of the highway exposure, which involved high speed traffic, debris, and lots of wind in the past. The new course is a little hilly but fast. It is also a bit more protected from the wind, and you get a chance to see where your competition is on the out and back. Aquabike folks get to call it a day after this!
Below is a turn by turn description of the course:
- 0.0 Start at the Fool Hollow Lake boat dock.
- 1.0 Turn right onto Old Linden
- 1.6 Turn right onto SR260
- 4.1 Turn right onto Lone Pine Dam Rd.
- 12.0 U-Turn
- 12.2 Aid Station #1
- 19.0 Turn left onto Old Hwy 160 (43rd Ave)
- 21.3 Aid Station #2
- 21.6 Turn RIGHT onto SR260 (dedicated return lane on race day) NOTE: On the first time through stay right. International athletes and DM athletes on their second time through will shift to the left side of the road as they approach 260.
- 23.8 Turn right onto Lone Pine Dam Rd.
- 31.7 U-Turn
- 31.9 Aid Station #3
- 38.7 Turn left onto Old Hwy 160 (43rd Ave)
- 41.3 Turn left onto SR260 (dedicated return lane on race day) NOTE: You will shift to the left side of the road as you approach 260.
- 41.6 Turn left onto Old Linden Rd
- 42.2 Turn left into Fool Hollow Lake
- 43.2 Transition
DEUCEMAN RUN COURSE – 13.1 miles (Cutoff Time 2:30PM)
The DeuceMan run course takes athletes along a nicely groomed, scenic trail around Fool Hollow Lake and then into the campgrounds for a tour and encouragement from the campers. A rolling out and back along 16th Ave lets you know where you stand in comparison to your competition, just know that it feels a lot longer than it really is! From there you’ll follow the roads back to the start/finish area, but if you are on lap 1, you’ll have to pass right by and do another short out and back with a small hill and lollipop loop before starting all over again. Next time you come around, though, you’ll take that right turn to the finish line!
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AID STATIONS
- Transition Area
- Bike Course – 12, 10, and 10 miles
- Run Course – Approximately every 1.5 miles
International Distance Triathlon – Saturday
Swim – 1500 meters | Bike – 40 kilometers | Run – 10 kilometers
Individual Age Group, Individual AquaBike, Relay & Clydesdale/ Athena
The Olympic Distance Triathlon at Deuces Wild is comprised of a 1-loop swim course, a 1-loop bike course, and a 1-loop run course. If you are looking for a fast, yet challenging course then this race is for you! The bike has a few small rollers and one good climb to keep you honest while the run will take you on a tour around Fool Hollow Lake and the campground area. There are plenty of aid stations to keep you hydrated and fueled!
International Distance AquaBike
The Deuces Wild Olympic Distance AquaBike follows the exact same swim course and bike course as the Olympic Distance Triathlon. Once you cross the timing station at the dismount line heading into T2 you are all done – no run for you! AquaBike finishers will not cross the actual finish line on their bike; however, we encourage you to make your way to the finish line to collect your medal and partake in the post-race activities!
SWIM COURSE – 1500 METERS (CUT-OFF TIME 1 hour after last start)
Expected water temperature for the race is between 58 & 65 degrees. Wetsuits are highly encouraged. We do abide by the USAT rules for wetsuit usage, which allows wetsuits to be used in water temperatures up to and including 78 degrees Fahrenheit. Between 78 and 84 degrees, wetsuits may be used, but participants will not be eligible for age group awards.
The swim will be a one-lap triangular course. Athletes will begin the race in the water or on the shore depending on the water level on race day. Rolling start or Wave information including swim start times can be found on our schedule. Once the swim begins, swimmers will proceed from the channel, veering right to the first large buoy. The course will be run in a counter-clockwise direction. Once you hit the first large buoy, turn left and swim to the second large buoy. Remember to keep all buoys on your left. At the second large buoy, turn left again and head for the finish. You do not need to round any buoys as you come back into the channel – just make the turn and head to the boat ramp and swim finish. For those athletes who would like help removing their wetsuits, volunteers will be available for support. A designated area will be marked for this purpose.
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OLYMPIC BIKE COURSE – 38 KILOMETERS (CUT-OFF TIME 11:30 PM)
This course is fast out and back with some nice climbs in the middle to make sure you are still working hard!!! You will get to ride on nice new pavement that will twist and turn you over Lone Pine Dam to the out-back turn around near AZ77. Below is a turn-by-turn description of the course:
- 0.0 Start at the Fool Hollow Lake boat dock.
- 1.0 Turn right onto Old Linden
- 1.6 Turn right onto SR260
- 4.1 Turn right onto Lone Pine Dam Rd.
- 12.0 U-Turn
- 14.5 Aid Station #1
- 19.0 Turn left onto Old Hwy 160 (43rd Ave)
- 21.6 Turn left onto SR260 (dedicated return lane on race day) NOTE: You will shift to the left side of the road as you approach 260.
- 21.9 Turn left onto Old Linden Rd
- 22.5 Turn left into Fool Hollow Lake
- 23.5 Transition
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OLYMPIC RUN COURSE – 10KM (CUT-OFF TIME 2:30 PM)
The Olympic run course takes athletes along a nicely groomed, scenic trail around Fool Hollow Lake and then into the campgrounds for a tour and lots of encouragement from the campers. A rolling out and back along 16th Ave lets you know where you stand in comparison to your competition, just know that it feels a lot longer than it really is! From there you’ll follow the roads back to the start/finish area, and breathe a sigh of relief that you’ll take that right turn to the finish line instead of the left to head out on a second lap like the DeuceMan participants!
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AID STATIONS
- Transition Area
- Bike Course – Approximately half-way
- Run Course – Approximately every mile
Youth/ Kids Triathlon – Saturday
Swim – 50/100/200 meter | Bike – 1.2/2.75/4.1 miles | Run – .55/1 mile
With three different youth distances for ages 5-15, plus the standard Sprint Distance for 15-18, we have you covered with this family-friendly race format! If you don’t have a bike or are still learning, let us know and we can get your child in a Splash and Dash.
USAT AGE REQUIREMENTS
Children’s ages will be determined based on their age on December 31, so they may be in an older age group than the age they are on race day. This is the same way age is determined for adult age group categories.
This event is USAT sanctioned and will therefore follow USAT Competitive Rules. Those include but are not limited to:
- Each athlete must be USAT Insured – see next section for more details
- Athletes will race according to their age as of December 31st that year
- No flotation devices of any kind are permitted during the swim
- All athletes must wear a helmet approved by the US Consumer Product Safety Commission during the bike portion. No time trial or “aero” helmets allowed
- Helmets must be fastened before mounting the bicycle and remain fastened until the participant has completely dismounted; NO Aero helmets are allowed.
- Aero bars, disk wheels and/or solid wheel cover are NOT permitted
- Cyclists must ride in safe manner, which includes riding in the right lane, keeping two bike lengths between the person in front of them, and passing on the left only.
Sprint Distance Triathlon – Sunday
Swim 750 meters | Bike 12 miles | Run 3.1 miles
Individual Age Group, Individual AquaBike, Relay & Clydesdale/ Athena
The Sprint Triathlon at the Deuces Wild Endurance Festival is a great course for beginners and people with experience who are looking to challenge themselves up in the White Mountains of Arizona! Enjoy a 1-loop swim in Fool Hollow Lake before you transition onto the bike course. The run gives you a great tour of the lake along dirt trail and paved roads.
Sprint AquaBike – Sunday
The Deuces Wild Sprint AquaBike follows the exact same swim course and bike course as the Sprint Triathlon. Once you cross the timing station at the dismount line heading into T2 you are all done – no run for you! AquaBike finishers will not cross the actual finish line on their bike; however, we encourage you to make your way to the finish line to collect your medal and partake in the post-race activities!
SWIM COURSE – 750 meters (CUT OFF TIME 1 hour after start)
The Sprint triathlon swim course is a 1-loop course. Expected water temperature for the race is between 58 & 65 degrees. Wetsuits are highly encouraged. We do abide by the USAT rules for wetsuit usage, which allows wetsuits to be used in water temperatures up to and including 78 degrees Fahrenheit. Between 78 and 84 degrees, wetsuits may be used, but participants will not be eligible for age group awards. Elites and Pros may only wear wetsuits in water temperatures up to and including 68 degrees.
The swim will be a triangular course (see map below). Athletes will begin the race in the water or on the boat ramp depending on the water level on race day. Wave information including swim start times can be found on our schedule. Once the swim begins, swimmers will proceed from the channel, veering right to the first large buoy. The course will be run in a counter-clockwise direction. Once you hit the first large buoy, turn left and swim to the second large buoy. Remember to keep all buoys on your left. At the second large buoy, turn left again and head for the finish. You do not need to round any buoys as you come back into the channel – just make the turn and head to the boat ramp and swim finish. For those athletes who would like help removing their wetsuits, volunteers will be available for support. A designated area will be marked for this purpose.
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BIKE COURSE – 12 MILES – 2 LAPS (CUT-OFF TIME 8:30 AM)
This course is a fast 2-Lap course with a little elevation to keep you honest!!! Below is a turn-by-turn description of the course:
- 0.0 Start at the Fool Hollow Lake boat dock.
- Turn left onto Old Linden
- Turn right onto N 16th Ave
- Continue onto W Owens
- Turn right onto Deuce of Clubs
- Turn right onto SR260
- Turn right onto Old Linden
- When you come to the FHLRA entrance, keep going straight to complete your 2nd lap.
- After 2nd Lap – Turn left into Fool Hollow Lake
- Transition
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RUN COURSE – 3.1 MILES
The Sprint run course takes athletes along a nicely groomed, scenic trail around Fool Hollow Lake and then into the campgrounds for a tour and lots of encouragement from the campers. From there you’ll follow the roads back to the start/finish area and breathe a sigh of relief when you take that right turn to the finish line!
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