WELCOME
Welcome to Trail Heaven!
Oak Mountain State Park is home to some of the best trails on earth, trails so good they’ve been recognized as America’s best by Runner’s World Magazine and many others. Credit goes to the hard working crews from Shelby County, Oak Mountain State Park, and BUMP, the local trails advocacy group, who have spent more than 100,000 hours on the design and construction of new trails over the past 20+ years and to this day are building, preserving, maintaining, and riding the sweet single track in the park.
To celebrate their efforts, we’ve invited the whole world to discover the trails for themselves at the first-ever XTERRA North American Championship and first American stop of the 2024 XTERRA World Cup, featuring four fun-filled days of festivities from May 16-19.
It all starts Thursday afternoon with free and open to all mountain biking and trail running clinics hosted by elites Josiah Middaugh and Suzie Snyder respectively followed by an athlete welcome social at Taco Mac/Cahaba Cycles (2500 Canopy Trl, Pelham, Alabama, 35124). Learn new trail skills and then enjoy local beer with friends old and new.
On Friday, we start the day off with a free swim clinic hosted by elite Brittany Schroeder, then an afternoon full of registration, packet pick-up, and athlete briefings, all ending with a free yoga session in Oak Mountain’s Lakeside Pavilion.
Saturday ushers in the first of three main events, the XTERRA North American Championship full distance off-road triathlon, which doubles as XTERRA World Cup stop No. 3 with series points and $25,000 in prize money up for grabs to the best off-roaders from across the globe. For amateurs, there are 58 slots into the XTERRA World Championship in Italy, and a chance to score big points towards winning an XTERRA Americas regional title. The challenge combines a 1.5K swim in Double Oak Lake with an epic 34K mountain bike and sweet singletrack 10K trail run.
There is also a shorter distance Sprint race with a 750-meter swim, 14K mountain bike and 5K trail run, and athletes can even create a two or three-person relay teams to tackle the Sprint or Full distance races together. Athletes aged 14-19 competing in the individual Sprint distance will also have the chance to qualify for the brand new XTERRA Youth World Championship in Italy taking place alongside the full distance event.
Once the racing is over, the party starts with an epic Battle of the Bands contest live at the park, a wide variety of food and drink options, and yard games the whole family can enjoy. Ending the day’s events, athletes and the community alike can head over to Oak Mountain Brewing Company (110 Cahaba Valley Rd, Pelham, AL 35124) for a casual post-event meetup and a viewing of the day’s highlight video on the big screen.
Then on Sunday morning, it’s showtime, as the XTERRA Short Track off-road triathlon pits World Cup stars from at least 15 nations against each other in a live-streamed, action-packed race against the clock for prize money and precious points in the series standings. All are encouraged and welcome to cheer on your favourite athletes in the Short Track event and then stay for a full set from the previous day’s Battle of the Bands champion.
We’re thrilled to have you with us at this historic event, and grateful for your support! Read on for all the details you need to know to prepare yourself for the 2024 XTERRA North American Championship.
BRING YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS! We look forward to seeing everyone at Oak Mountain.
Thanks to our Partners
We extend our sincere thanks to our sponsors for making the XTERRA North American Championship event possible.
How To Get There
Park Address:
200 Terrace Drive, Pelham, AL 35124 // 205-620-2520
Race headquarters is on Terrace Drive, just past Park Headquarters. Look for big white tents and follow the XTERRA signage.
Oak Mountain State Park is located 15 miles south of Birmingham off Exit 246 on Interstate 65. Coming from the North: On I-65, take Cahaba Valley Road (AL-119) exit (246). Turn right to go South on AL-119 and immediately turn left on to State Park Road. Go approximately 1.5 miles and turn left at the 4-way stop sign into the park. Once you get through the ranger station parking booth go straight and turn right on Terrace Drive. Continue on Terrace Drive until you see Double Oak Lake, then look for XTERRA parking signs. Coming from the South: On I-65, take Cahaba Valley Road (AL-119) exit (246). Turn left to go South on AL-119 and immediately turn left on to State Park Road. Go approximately 1.5 miles and turn left at the 4-way stop sign into the park. Once you get through the ranger station parking booth go straight and turn right on Terrace Drive. Continue on Terrace Drive until you see Double Oak Lake, then look for XTERRA parking signs.
Park Fees
DAY USE FEES AT OAK MOUNTAIN STATE PARK
● $5 per Adult (age 12+)
● $2 per Child (age 4 to 11)
● $2 per Senior (age 62+)
● Free for ages 3 & under
● All Active Military, Retired Military, and Veterans are Free
Please bring exact change to speed-along entry on race day, and keep in mind that proceeds are providing financial support for Oak Mountain State Park and are much appreciated. Thank you!
Expo Village
The XTERRA Expo Village is a great place to hang out and watch the races, play games, listen to music, check out the exhibitors, grab a beer, and have fun with the coolest crowd in endurance sports. And, the park's day-use picnic facilities include large pavilions and tables with grills, fishing lakes, a recreational lake with pedal boat and canoe rentals, a sandy beach swimming area, an 18-hole golf course, and even rental horseback riding facilities!
List of Vendors
Good People IPA is a flagship beer of Good People Brewing Company, located in Birmingham, Alabama.
Award-winning whiskey for the adventurer in all of us.
Striking mountain bikes since 1993.
Official website of the city of Pelham, Alabama.
As one of Alabama's fastest growing counties, Shelby County is a brilliant patchwork of history, culture, business, attractions, arts, and community - making it one of the nations most dynamic counties.
A better sunglass company that believes adventure feeds the soul.
The mission of BUMP is to BUILD, MAINTAIN, PRESERVE, and RIDE mountain bike trails in the Birmingham and surrounding areas.
Expert pain relief, chiropractic care, and injury rehabilitation tailored for you in Birmingham.
Bike Tech Schedule: Friday 2-8pm, Saturday 6am-9am, Sunday 8am-10:30am
Food Vendors
Bringing baked goods, loaded liege waffles, ice cream, exceptional coffee to Helena, Hoover and beyond.
A delectable world of signature salads, wraps, and hoagies.
Big Daddy Sauces LLC, "Sauce Like a Boss," is an independent homemade bottled BBQ sauce based in Enterprise, Alabama.
XTERRA Yoga
Join Spivey Wilson, co-owner of Trussville Yoga, at Lakeside Pavilion in Oak Mountain State Park at 18:00-18:45 on Friday for this FREE yoga session open to anyone. A limited number of 10-15 complimentary yoga mats will be available on a first come first served basis. If possible, please bring your own mat.
Address: Lakeside Pavillion, 200 Terrace Dr, Pelham, AL 35124, United States
Registration and Packet Pick-up
Registration
Participants can pick up their packet at the XTERRA Expo Registration Pavilion at Oak Mountain State Park starting Friday from 2-8pm, then on Saturday from 6am-7:30am.
Online registration will be open throughout the week, so we recommend that you register before arriving at the park to speed through the pickup process.
Triathlon Packet Pickup Notes
USAT Membership fees for 2024
● Adult Silver Membership: $60
● Adult Gold Membership: $99
● Adult One-Day Membership: $13-23 (depending on distance)
● Youth (ages 17 and under) Membership: $10-30
More information about USAT membership can be found at https://www.usatriathlon.org/membership.
Triathletes may only pick up their own packets, and all relay team members must be present to receive the full race packet.
All athletes are required to show a photo ID. NO ID, NO RACE, NO EXCEPTIONS. Every single participant, including relay participants, must have a photo ID. Youth athletes without an ID must be accompanied by a parent/guardian with a photo ID. Annual members are required to show their membership card every time they compete in a USA Triathlon-sanctioned event.
If an athlete does not bring a photo ID to packet pickup there are two options:
a. Go home to get it
b. Have someone text/email/fax them a copy of their photo ID
Any athlete that has not signed the USA Triathlon waiver prior to packet pickup will be required to do so in order to obtain their race number.
Race Pack Items
Race Packet
Registration fee includes a tee-shirt, finisher medal, and post-race refreshments.
Triathlon participant race packets will include:
● Bike Plate - Please attach this to your handlebars using the twist ties provided.
● Runner Bib - Please attach in a clear, visible place on the front of your body using safety pins provided or a race belt. Do not alter your bibs in any way.
● Race Number Tattoos
Timing chips and swim caps will be picked up from registration on race morning.
Virtual Event Bag
In an effort to take a more sustainable approach to athlete bags, we have invited our race partners to cut down on paper by inputting their promotional discounts and messages in our Virtual Event Bag. Check out the exciting offers like the one below at http://goveb.co/eb/310cdc.
XTERRA North American Championship Social Media Shareables
Taking your place on the starting line at the 2024 XTERRA North American Championship in Oak Mountain, USA? Let the world know with a custom-made story image designed to share on your socials by visiting https://pics.xterraplanet.com/shareables/north-american-champs.
All XTERRA North American Championship shareables are free for XTERRA athletes, however we kindly ask the following:
- Tag @xterraplanet and @xterraamericas in your social media post
- Include the tags #xterraplanet #weplayweprotect
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Race Equipment Checklist
What To Bring
Here is a list of things to bring with you on race day:
- Timing chip and strap (will be picked up race morning)
- Bike with your race # attached to the handlebars
- Helmet
- Approved wetsuit or speedsuit (wetsuit legal call to be made race morning)
- Goggles
- Race clothing including swimwear, bike shorts, top
- Race belt or pins for race bib on the run leg
- Water bottles
- Spare tube/Co2 canister in case of a flat
- Chain tool is a good idea
- Running shoes
- Sunglasses
- Hat/Visor (optional for the run)
- Sunscreen
- Towel (optional)
- Wear your race number and division tattoos.
Race Numbers and Tattoo Placement
Swim Caps & Body Marking
Age groupers please go to body marking in the XTERRA Registration Pavilion on race morning to stamp your age division on the back of your calf. Elites and relays do not need age division marking.
RACE # TATTOOS are REQUIRED FOR ALL TRIATHLETES
Tattoo Instructions:
Mark yourself the night before the race.
1. TEAR - Tear your number in half down the center.
2. STICK - Remove the protective top sheet. Place on the FRONT of BOTH ARMS. Do not place on
the side of your arms. Place the ink side to CLEAN and DRY skin, right side up.
3. Hold a very wet, folded paper towel over the paper backer of the tattoo for 30 seconds. Make sure it gets wet all the way through.
4. PEEL - Peel the paper backer off skin, leaving tattoo on your skin.
5. SUNSCREEN - Apply the morning of the race.
TO REMOVE: Soak the tattoos in baby oil, rubbing alcohol or nail polish remover for 30 seconds, then wipe away. If you make a mistake during application, within 3 minutes you can lift off the tattoo using a few pieces of transparent tape. If you forget to put on your tattoos, visit the body marking station at the XTERRA Registration Pavilion on race morning.
Time Chip
We will distribute timing chips and swim caps on race morning at the XTERRA Registration Pavilion. Please strap ankle timing chips to your left ankle before the race. Remember to hand your timing chip back after you finish to ensure you receive an official time. Any chips not returned will incur a replacement fee.
Triathlon Race Briefing
Race officials Chris Appleton, Kirk Ermels, and Doug Hall will run through the ins and outs of the XTERRA Full and Sprint courses at 5:15pm on Friday afternoon on the XTERRA Stage. We encourage all athletes to attend this important meeting. There will also be a quick race briefing on event morning ten minutes before the start of each race distance held at the swim start.
The elite athlete race briefing will take place at 3:30pm on Friday afternoon in a tent near the stage. This is mandatory for all elite athletes racing in the XTERRA World Cup events.
Full DistanceTriathlon Check-in
Last minute packet pickup will be available from 6-7:30am in the XTERRA Registration Pavilion. There are no new registrations, substitutions, or transfers on race day.
Transition will be open for set-up starting at 6:30am and will close at 8:00am.
Swim Waves
The Sprint race will be a mass start.
8:00 Sprint race– orange swim cap
There will be three wave starts for championship race
8:30 Elite men – white swim cap
8:31 Elite women – pink swim cap
8:34 Age-group men 49-Under (TBD, Based on # of Athletes) – yellow swim cap
8:35 Age group men 50+, all women, physically challenged & relay teams – green swim cap
Transition Area
Transition is open on Saturday morning starting at 6:30am. The transition area will feature separate racks for elites. Please be mindful of others and ensure you allow six bikes per rack. ONLY athletes are allowed inside transition. Supporters need to wait outside. Please leave valuables at home or with your supporters. Do not leave them in transition. For security of your equipment, you will need to show your race numbers when accessing the transition area. Bikes must be collected from transition by 3pm.
Rain or Shine
XTERRA North American Championship will be held rain or shine and will only be postponed in extreme circumstances. If weather conditions may potentially cause any amendments to the format and distance of the event or the postponement or cancellation of the event, race organizers will communicate in the days prior to the event via email, and on the website to race participants. If a decision is to be made on the day of the event, announcements will be made at the Race Village. Please note the event will be staged unless extreme weather conditions occur on the day of or leading up to the event. i.e. not just a bit of rain.
Water Temperature and Wetsuits
Final water temperature reading and determination of wetsuit use will take place on Saturday morning. XTERRA follows the Swimming Conduct rules for Wetsuit and Speedsuit Use established by USA Triathlon.
Each age group participant shall be permitted to wear a wetsuit without penalty in any event sanctioned by USA Triathlon up to and including a water temperature of 78°F (25.5°C). When the water temperature is greater than 78°F (25.5°C), but less than 84°F (28.9°C), age group participants may wear a wetsuit at their own discretion, provided however that participants who wear a wet suit within this temperature range shall not be eligible for prizes or awards. Age group participants shall not wear wet suits in water temperatures equal to or greater than 84 degrees Fahrenheit. The wetsuit policy for elite athletes shall be determined by the USAT Athletes Advisory Council.
The AAC has set the wetsuit maximum temperature for elite athletes at 68°F (20°C) for swim distances less than 3000 meters and 71.6°F (22°C) degrees for distances of 3000 meters or greater. Any swimmer wearing a wetsuit with a thickness measured in any part greater than 5 millimeters shall be disqualified.
2024 USAT Swimwear Information
Due to swimwear products entering and leaving the market over time, it is no longer feasible to have a predetermined “Approved” list. The information provided here is meant to help the athlete determine if the swimwear in question would be legal for use at USA Triathlon sanctioned events.
USA Triathlon Swimwear Rule
4.9a For the purpose of these rules, wetsuits are swimwear made of material providing thermal insulation. Wetsuits cannot exceed 5 millimeters thickness anywhere. If the wetsuit is made in two pieces, the combined thickness in the overlapping areas may not exceed the 5mm thickness limit. Any swimmer wearing a wetsuit with a thickness measured in any part greater than 5mm shall be disqualified. When wetsuits are permitted, wetsuit tops and/or shorts (constructed of rubberized, buoyant material such as polyurethane or neoprene) are allowed but may not be worn in addition to a wetsuit.
There are basically three categories of triathlon apparel: Wetsuits, Swim skins, and Tri suits/kits (including standard Cycling apparel).
Wetsuits: Are made with a nonpermeable material. Usually, neoprene. This material provides buoyancy and is only legal in wetsuit legal swims or wetsuit optional waves. Wetsuit legal water temperatures are variable depending on the hosting party. They are allowed a maximum thickness of 5mm.
Swim skins/skin suits: Are made of permeable synthetic textiles designed to smooth the swimmers in-water profile and reduce drag. They contain no neoprene and do not provide buoyancy. They are legal for use in either wetsuit or non-wetsuit legal swims. (Unless the swim is wetsuit mandatory in which case, they cannot be worn in place of a wetsuit.)
Tri suits/kits: Are made of permeable textiles (whether synthetic or natural materials). They contain no neoprene and do not provide buoyancy. They are legal for use in either wetsuit or non-wetsuit legal swims (unless the swim is wetsuit mandatory in which case, they cannot be worn in place of a wetsuit.) and may be worn underneath a wetsuit in wetsuit legal swims.
If you have a question not covered here regarding a specific swimskin/skinsuit please reach out to rulesandofficials@usatriathlon.org.
Full Distance Triathlon
For a complete overview of the race courses, see the video below:
SWIM
The race starts in Double Oak Lake, a long narrow warm water lake, with two 750-meter laps separated by a short beach shuffle in-between. Sprint racers swim a 750-meter lap.
MTB
The long, single-loop mountain bike course starts at about 500 feet elevation, twists, turns, and rolls through the forest. The flow starts on seven bridges trail, and just as the name suggests, there are seven bridges to cross and if it's wet, it’s slippery, so riders have to cross it clean and straight or risk the front wheel slipping out.
After the bridges the first early passing opportunity opens up on camp road, about two miles in. This is the best chance to make a move and improve your position, because with so much single track ahead being in the front is always a good thing.
For the next few miles the course goes from Garret’s Gulch to the Chimney’s to Cat Dog Snake until you get to the North TrailHead and the start of the Red Road climb, a gradual, rocky, 700-foot ascent to the summit (1206 ft) and another prime opportunity to pass before it gets technical.
There is about 1,650 feet of climbing all told, just enough to get your heart rate jacked for some high-gear rhythm sections that will have you pedaling right through the downhill sections.
The descent is a fast, wild ride highlighted by the notorious “Blood Rock” section – a series of tricky to maneuver, uneven and jagged rocks. After descending through Blood Rock, take a right turn onto Centipede Trail for 0.8 mile making the connection to the very fun and flowing Jekyll ‘n Hyde trail, left on Peavine Falls road to Johnsons Mountain down toi Foreplay which connects to Mr. Toads Trail where the top men and women will be flyin!
RUN
The 10K championship run course goes around Double Oak Lake on hard-packed, tight, and twisty trails with scenic views at every turn before connecting with the rocky Rattlesnake Ridge trail and the flowy Family Trail.
Sprint Distance Triathlon
SWIM
The race starts in Double Oak Lake, a long narrow warm water lake, with a single 750-meter lap.
MTB
NEW COURSE FOR 2024!
We've updated the sprint course this year to include more singletrack, less overall climbing and way more fun!
The single-loop mountain bike course starts at about 500 feet elevation, twists, turns, and rolls through the forest. The flow starts on Seven Bridges Trail, and just as the name suggests, there are seven bridges to cross and if it's wet, it’s slippery, so riders have to cross it clean and straight or risk the front wheel slipping out.
Just before the last bridge, riders will take a right turn onto Slingshot Trail and enter two new trails to our XTERRA offering this year. Following a flowing ascent halfway up Slingshot, riders take a right onto the brand new Room Service Trail, which starts out with a steep climb and then rolls across the park to join up with the very fun and flowing Jekyll ‘n Hyde trail. At the bottom of Jeckyl, there is a left turn for a very short, mellow pavement ride on Peavine Falls road to Foreplay which connects to Mr. Toads Trail where the top men and women will be flyin!
RUN
The run course goes around the lake to the finish line. There’s not a ton of climbing, just about 400 feet, but there’s lots of roots and rocks ready to grab weary ankles.
Aid Stations
BIKE
The self-serve aid station for the Full Bike course is at Mile 15.
The self-serve aid station for the Sprint Bike course is at Mile 7.
Water and Gatorade will be available at both.
RUN
There are two aid stations on the Sprint Course – one by the dam (about mile 1.5) and one at mile 2.5, and championship runners will hit each of those plus two more at roughly miles 4 and 5. Water and Gatorade will be available at each station in cups. There are no hand-offs, so grab cups off the table yourself.
Course Markings
The course will be clearly marked using a mixture of corflute signs and arrows as well as bright tape tied to trees to reassure you that you are going the right way. The blue arrows are for the bike courses only. The red arrows are for all run courses. Please watch for course marshals to point you in the right direction.
All races will fall under the USA Triathlon Rules for Multisport Competition which can be found here: https://www.usatriathlon.org/multisport/rules
No swim fins, hand paddles or any swimming aids are allowed. Listen for race announcements on race morning for updated wetsuit ruling. Athletes must wear swim caps provided at body marking. If you decide not to continue during or after the swim you MUST IMMEDIATELY REPORT to the transition manager that you did not finish.
There will be a separate, non-competitive wave for any athletes who wish to wear non-allowed equipment (snorkel, wetsuit if outside of temperature range, buoy, etc.). You must talk to the race director at the Friday Athlete Briefing in order to have equipment approved and be assigned to this wave.
USAT Swimming Conduct
4.1 Permissible Strokes. Swimmers may use any stroke to propel themselves through the water and may tread water or float.
4.2 Bottom Contact and Resting. A participant may stand on the bottom or rest by holding an inanimate object such as a buoy, boat, rope or floating object. Excluding the bottom, a participant shall not use any inanimate object to gain forward progress. A violation of this section shall result in a variable time penalty, unless the Head Referee in his/her sole discretion determines that (i) the violation was substantial and resulted in an unfair time advantage, or (ii) the violation constituted endangerment under Section 3.4(1).
4.3 Emergencies. A swimmer experiencing difficulty and in need of assistance shall raise an arm overhead, and pump it up and down, and call or seek assistance. A swimmer, who has received official assistance, whether voluntary or involuntary, must retire and withdraw from the remainder of the race unless such assistance did not aid the swimmer in making forward progress. No swimmer shall return to the race if the official rendering assistance requests that the participant withdraw from the race or receive medical assistance. 4.4 Wetsuits. Each age group participant shall be permitted to wear a wetsuit without penalty in any event sanctioned by USA Triathlon up to and including a water temperature of 78 degrees Fahrenheit. When the water temperature is greater than 78 degrees, but less than 84 degrees Fahrenheit, age group participants may wear a wetsuit at their own discretion, provided however that participants who wear a wet suit within this temperature range shall not be eligible for prizes or awards. Age group participants shall not wear wet suits in water temperatures equal to or greater than 84 degrees Fahrenheit. The wetsuit policy for elite athletes shall be determined by the USAT Athletes Advisory Council. The AAC has set the wetsuit maximum temperature for elite athletes at 68 degrees for swim distances less than 3000 meters and 71.6 degrees for distances of 3000 meters or greater. Swimmers wearing a wetsuit with a thickness greater than 5 millimeters in any area shall be disqualified. 4.5 Notice of Wetsuit Policy. The wetsuit policy for any particular race shall be included on all race literature that is intended for distribution to potential participants. The wetsuit policy shall conform to Section 4.4, unless a change is granted in compliance with Section 1.4. The wetsuit policy on such literature shall include the following information, if applicable; a. Any changes from Section 4.4; b. Any specific restrictions on equipment; c. Any disparity between the wetsuit policy for age group athletes and the policy for elite athletes. 4.6 Measuring Water Temperature. It is recommended, but not required, that the water temperature for a race be finally determined by a measurement made within 2 hours of the race start. A water temperature measurement should also be taken prior to any pre-race meetings in order to forecast to the athletes as early as possible the likely water temperature on race day and the likelihood of whether wetsuits will be allowed on race day. 4.7 Official Equipment. If provided by race management, a swimmer shall wear the proper official swim cap corresponding to his wave. The penalty for an infraction of this rule is a variable time penalty. For safety reasons if no official cap is provided, all swimmers should wear their own brightly colored swim cap. 4.8 Goggles. Swimmers may wear, but shall not be required to wear, swim goggles or face masks. 4.9 Illegal Equipment. Any swimmer wearing any artificial propulsion device, including but not limited to fins, gloves, paddles, or floating devices of any kind shall be disqualified. Download full USAT competition rules
You may not mount your bicycle before the exit of the transition area and you must dismount your bike before entering into transition. Riding your bicycle in transition will result in a time penalty.
ATHLETES OR REPRESENTATIVE MUST RETURN TIMING CHIP AND SHOW RACE NUMBER AT TRANSITION TO PICK UP BIKES AND GEAR AFTER RACE.
All competitors must start the run by 1:00pm. Course marshals will enforce 1:00pm cut-off times. Limited outside assistance is allowed from another athlete competing in the same event or a race official. No outside assistance is allowed from any person not competing in the event. These include but are not limited to spectators, friends, family, volunteers, photographers, or police. Assistance is limited to tools, tubes or any item that would be used to repair a faulty part or damaged bicycle or water, food, or first aid. Exchanging bikes is not allowed. The only permitted bicycles are mountain bikes. Bicycles must have 26”, 27.5" or 29” wheels and straight handlebars. Cyclo-cross bikes and bicycles with drop handlebars are prohibited. Bar extensions or grips off the handlebars may not exceed 5”. Drafting is allowed. Competitors must display the front number plate at all times. No advertising stickers, writing or alterations of the number plate are allowed. Approved helmets must be worn at all times while on the bike.
Competitors must display their run number on the FRONT of their body. No advertising stickers, writing or alterations of the number are allowed. Number holders are permitted. Competitors may not use inline skates or other devices, human or otherwise powered, to assist them in running. HEADPHONES ARE NOT ALLOWED.
- Do Not Litter the Course: XTERRA prides itself on leaving the trails better than we found them. Do your part and “leave no trace.” Take your trash with you or leave it at an aid station. Penalties may be enforced for athletes found in violation.
- Cutting the Course: Short-cutting and/or cutting trail switchbacks on course is not permitted and may result in disqualification. All athletes are required to stay on the designated trail that is marked as the race course. It is the athlete’s responsibility to know the designated race course. Lack of tape or barriers on the course will not constitute an excuse for cutting the course.
- A USA Triathlon race official will be present at the XTERRA North American Championship. Protests of any nature must be submitted in accordance with the USA Triathlon Multisport Competition Rules.
- No headphones of any kind are permitted while competing.
Race Results
Race results can be found at https://www.allsportsevents.com/results/xterra-oak-mountain-2024-full-sprint-triathlon/ following the event.
Race Photos
Photos from the 2024 XTERRA North American Championship by Enduro Photo
All finish line photos are free to download!
Be sure to check out the photos from the Swim, Bike, and Run courses, available to purchase downloads and prints with discounts on your entire gallery of images. All photos will be searchable by bib#.
https://endurophoto.zenfolio.com/f460412003
Each registered athlete will receive an email after the event with a unique link to their personalized gallery of race photos.
Email contact@endurophoto.com with any questions.
XTERRA Festival
Join us all-weekend long at the XTERRA Festival where we’ll have plenty of a mix of DJ entertainment / live music, local vendors, food trucks, Mersey Whiskey sampling and Good People Brewing beer. The kids will be sure to enjoy face painting and the arts & craft area! We’ll also have FREE axe throwing and other yard games to try your hand at throughout the weekend at Oak Mountain State Park. The XTERRA Festival is open and free to the public, so bring your friends and family with you!
Festival Hours:
Friday 14:00-20:00 / 2:00-8:00PM
Saturday 8:00-15:00 / 8:00AM-3:00PM
Sunday 8:00-13:00 / 8:00AM-1:00PM
XTERRA Battle of the Bands
Another epic showdown will begin at Oak Mountain State Park from 13:00-15:00 on Saturday. We have seven local bands each set to perform three original songs in an effort to get a piece of the $3,000 prize purse and a full set performance on Sunday following the Elite Short Track races. Be sure to grab a cold beverage, sit back, relax, and cast your vote!
Saturday’s winner will be set to perform on Sunday from 11:00-13:00. See you there!
Awards Ceremony
Saturday, May 18:
11:15 Sprint Distance Awards at the XTERRA Stage @ Oak Mountain State Park
12:00 Elite Awards at the XTERRA Stage @ Oak Mountain State Park
12:15 Full Distance Awards at the XTERRA Stage @ Oak Mountain State Park
Prizes and World Championships Slots
The XTERRA North American Championship full distance triathlon offers 58 slots to the 2024 XTERRA World Championship in Italy, and it will award $25,000 in elite prize purse money. View full breakdown of slots and prize money at https://www.xterraplanet.com/race/xterra-oak-mountain-triathlon#prizes.
XTERRA Youth Tour
The sprint distance event is also a proud part of the new XTERRA Youth Tour and will offer slots to the XTERRA Youth World Championship in Italy. Full information about the XTERRA Youth Tour can be found at https://www.xterraplanet.com/youth-tour.
XTERRA World Championship slots will be emailed following the race. However, trophies and age group medals will not be mailed, and all winners must be present to receive their awards. The top 3 in each age group division in both the full and sprint distance races will receive a medal.
Only full distance individual triathletes from within the North American region will be in contention to be crowned as the 2024 North American Regional Champion. The country of nationality indicated during the registration process should align with the country that issued the athlete's passport.
Both the Finisher and Age Group medals were designed and ordered through BeSpoke Medals. This company is Sedex approved, made with eco-friendly materials, and are 95% recyclable with the aim to be 100% recyclable by 2025. The ribbons are made with environmentally friendly non-toxic inks.
Medical Assistance
We have Pelham Fire and medical personnel at the Race Village / Finish Line and roaming on the course. If you feel unwell at any stage of the race, please alert the closest course marshal who will arrange for our medical staff to meet you. For visiting athletes, the emergency number in the USA is 9-1-1.
Watch Short Track Live!
XTERRA's most exciting race format. The top-ranked elite off-road athletes bring their speed and skill to a specially made short-form triathlon course and race it out right in front of the spectators.
Tune into https://www.xterraplanet.com/watch-live on Sunday, May 19 to catch every second of the action.
09:00: START - Elite Women
10:00: START - Elite Men
We look forward to seeing you at the XTERRA North American Championship. For more information, visit https://www.xterraplanet.com/event/xterra-oak-mountain or email americas@xterraplanet.com.
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