For the first time since 2001, the Lakeshore Women’s Triathlon (formerly Kincardine Women’s Triathlon) will be moving to Saugeen Shores for its 2023 race scheduled for August 12, 2023.
The race this year, and previously held in Kincardine, was unable to secure road closures for its usual bike route along Huron Terrace due to the construction on Queen Street this summer.
While a number of alternative routes were proposed, a mutually agreeable route was unable to be found that would have suited requirements for the municipality and the race.
“We are disappointed to be leaving Kincardine, but excited to start fresh in Saugeen Shores,” said Race Director Sarah Foster. “We are very thankful to Saugeen Shores that they were willing to ensure the Women’s Triathlon continues on.
“I have no doubt racers will be excited by the new route we have planned, which has a breathtaking view of Lake Huron on both the run and bike route.”
The triathlon will take place at the Port Elgin Main Beach, with the cycle heading out to North Shore Road and Concession 10, and the run happening on the path along North Shore Rd.
Registration for the race will open on March 18th at 10 a.m.
The Kincardine Women’s Triathlon was founded by Janet Bannerman who, after attending her first triathlon, thought a race like that would be a good fit in Kincardine. She saw it not just for the potential it had in empowering women who would compete in the race, but also saw it as a way to give back to the community.
The race has run every year since 2001 except for 2020 and 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In that time, the race has had more than 7,000 participants, and offered many economic benefits to the community in which the race operates. The Women’s Triathlon has donated more than $100,000 back to local non-profit organizations.
The Lakeshore Women’s Triathlon is proud to be an all inclusive race, welcoming women of all abilities to come and try a tri.
More details about the upcoming race can be found on our website: www.lakeshoretri.com
