Packet Pick-up
Packet pick-up will be open:
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Important Times on Race Day
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Parking and Arrival on Race Day
On the day of the race, parking will be free on the OSU Campus. Parking is available in the parking garage at the corner of 26th and Washington. (Roof rack? WATCH YOUR BIKE!) There is some parking on the East side of Goss Stadium. There is very little parking available at the south end of the intramural fields along 26th street. There is more parking than necessary at Reser Stadium. You can view a Parking Map here.
We suggest arriving at the site a minimum of an hour prior to your race’s start, to get body-marked, set up in the Transition area, warm up, etc.
NO DRIVING ON CAMPUS, as many roads will be closed. Please be sure to approach OSU from the south as cars are not allowed to drive through campus. If you are coming from out of town, please follow the signs to Reser Stadium to find parking and transition. This includes either taking 14th street or the highway to 26th street. If you live in town, you know what to do. In the afternoon, be aware of traffic from an evening Baseball game.
You can find directions to the race venue here.
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Transition
The transition area opens at 6:30am on Saturday and is located on 26th directly in front of Dixon Recreation Center.
Your transition spot is designated by the wave you are in. Please rack your bike in the appropriate section. Bikes should be racked alternating directions and should be close together. Transition area volunteers will help you rack your bike if you have any questions.
Upon arriving at the event, body marking will take place at each entrance to the T.A. It is the participant’s responsibility to get your body marked. After getting body marked double check that you have your timing chip on your person before the start of your wave.
Please adhere to the following Transition Area rules:
PLEASE remove your gear from transition as soon as possible after you complete your race. The transition area will be secure until 1:30pm the day of the race. Frequently left items include water bottles, caps, goggles, and towels. Check for all your stuff. We donate any leftover items 1 week after the race, so please double check.
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Relay Team Specifics
Tagging for the bike and the run legs occur at your bike racking spot. You must exchange your timing chip at the exchange; this is how you "tag" your next teammate so that they can start.
Awards for relays occur with the Duathlon and Aquabike awards.
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Gear Check
There is no gear check. Please leave valuables in your car. We will have transition security, but it is best to be safe.
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Rules
While this is not a USAT sanctioned race, Beaver Freezer Athletes should abide by USAT rules. Some rule reminders:
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Numbers
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Category Note: This year we allowed for a more fluid gender selection rather than the binary male/female. How we have chosen to navigate this is by changing the “male” category to “open". Anyone with any gender identity can chose to race in the open category. We also have a “women’s” category. Anyone who identifies as a woman can select to race in the women’s category
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Swim:
** UPDATE AS OF 4/14: We will no longer be holding the swim in two separate pools. ALL swims will be in the Dixon Recreation Center Pool.
We will be making the dive tank of the pool open to warmup starting at 7:30am.
Check In
You will be assigned to a specific wave time. Please report to the pool for check in 20 minutes prior to your start. We will be giving an important race briefing 10-15 minutes before the start of each wave which is extremely important not to miss.
Starting Line
Please proceed to the start line. Here, you and the 3 other people in your lane will line up in order of your starting position. Volunteers will help ensure that you are in the right lanes and all set to start the swim.
To Start
When the starter gives you the signal, you will walk one at a time to the timing mat. Here, you will stand on the mat until the starting volunteer clears you to enter the water. Your time starts 5 seconds AFTER you step on the mat. You must WALK to your lane and get in FEET FIRST. Any diving will result in a restart of your swim without a restart of your time. Volunteers will be available to answer any questions you have at the start.
Lane Etiquette
You will circle swim in the counterclockwise direction. To pass, it is recommended that you tap the person’s feet in front of you. They should then “pull over” at the next wall allowing you to pass safely. We do not recommend mid-lane passing as this will likely result in a head on collision with another swimmer.
Counting Laps
We will have volunteers counting laps to validate that you are swimming the full length, but it is your responsibility to count laps. Get out of the water after you complete your swim, and then exit the pool at the southeast door and head to transition. Volunteers will help direct you where you need to go.
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Bike Course
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Run Course
This is a 3-loop course. You will go up the library hill 3 times and will pass the aid station 3 times before heading to the finish which is located between the MU and the new SEC (Student Experience Center).
There are no headphones allowed on the run, or in the race in general! You can find a turn-by-turn directions and a course map here.
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Aquabike Finish
While the Duathlon and Triathlon will finish as normal at the finish line, Aquabike is slightly different. Your time will finish at bike in / bike dismount at the end of the bike leg. However, you will still be required to still cross the finish line at the end of the run course. You will follow the run out and just take the first turn into the finish instead of doing the three laps of the run course. Since your time will have finished at bike in you can walk to the finish line if you would like. Your placing and time will be based on the finish of the bike, but we are requiring you to cross the finish line so that you can turn in your timing chip and get your finisher prize (plus you can take a photo at the finish line!).
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New to Triathlons?
If you are new to triathlons, please check out a video our club put together a few years ago that explains the basics and provides some tips. We have also put together a FAQ for those new to triathlons available here. FAQ specifically about the Beaver Freezer can be found here.
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Weather
Please come prepared for cold and wet weather conditions. We are anticipating it to be raining and 40 °F or colder throughout the race. This race is called the Beaver Freezer for a reason you know!
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Aid Station
There is one aid station on the course. It is located on the run course at the top of the hill. Athletes will pass the aid station 3 times on the run. The aid station will be stocked with water and Gatorade. Please do not litter. Trash cans will be available after the aid station.
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Locker Rooms
Locker rooms in Dixon Recreation Center will be available until 1pm for post-race showers and warming if you need it.
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Results and Awards
An awards ceremony will be held on Saturday after all participants have finished. This will take place at the SEC plaza (by the finish line). Awards will be held approximately at the following times:
Race results are available online here. As you finish, we will be uploading your times to this site.
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Post-Race Food
We've got a great post-race treats from Qdoba! Athletes can eat for free after the race.
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Apparel for Sale on Race Day
We will have OSU Triathlon Apparel for sale at the race. This includes extra Beaver Freezer t-shirts from this year and previous years, and maybe even some triathlon gear. Sizes are limited to what is on hand, but there might be some swag just for you! We can only accept cash or check, so if you want to do some shopping, bring your paper money.
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Volunteers
We need volunteers!
We're always open for more volunteers to help with this event. We have positions on the pool deck, on the bike and run course, in the finish area and other locations. If you know anyone who would like to volunteer or have family or friends who would like to help with the race, please encourage them to fill out the volunteer signup form.
Volunteers are provided with a t-shirt, lunch, coffee, and other various snacks!
Questions? email: [email protected]
Packet pick-up will be open:
- Friday, April 15th from 4pm - 7pm at Dixon Recreation Center. See here for a map of where exactly to go. Please note that parking permits are required on weekdays until 5pm on campus.
- Saturday, April 16th (RACE DAY!) starting at 6:30am. Be sure to pick up your packet at least 30 minutes prior to the start of your wave or by 9:30am, whichever is first. You can pick up your packet at the packet pick-up tent in front of the West entrance of Dixon by transition.
- You must show a photo ID during packet pick up. Youth athletes without an ID must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian with a photo ID.
- You cannot pick up another racer’s packet. Packets will include your bib numbers, helmet number, bike stickers, an info sheet, and other goodies.
- If we do not have a signed waiver or are missing any other information, you will be required to fill it out to receive your packet.
- If you had ordered a race T-shirt with your registration, you will be able to pick it up along with your race packet.
- Relay teams – all team members must have signed a waiver for your team to receive your packet at packet pick-up. We only have the waiver for the individual who registered your team on file. We will have waivers at packet pick-up
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Important Times on Race Day
- Packet Pick-up Opens @ 6:30am
- Transition Area Opens @ 6:30am
- Pool Deck Opens @ 7:30am
- Triathlon, Duathlon, and Aquabike Waves Start @ 8:00am
- Packet Pickup Closes @ 9:30am
- Duathlon/Aquabike Awards @ ~11:00am
- Triathlon Awards @ ~12:30pm
- Transition Closes @ 1:00pm
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Parking and Arrival on Race Day
On the day of the race, parking will be free on the OSU Campus. Parking is available in the parking garage at the corner of 26th and Washington. (Roof rack? WATCH YOUR BIKE!) There is some parking on the East side of Goss Stadium. There is very little parking available at the south end of the intramural fields along 26th street. There is more parking than necessary at Reser Stadium. You can view a Parking Map here.
We suggest arriving at the site a minimum of an hour prior to your race’s start, to get body-marked, set up in the Transition area, warm up, etc.
NO DRIVING ON CAMPUS, as many roads will be closed. Please be sure to approach OSU from the south as cars are not allowed to drive through campus. If you are coming from out of town, please follow the signs to Reser Stadium to find parking and transition. This includes either taking 14th street or the highway to 26th street. If you live in town, you know what to do. In the afternoon, be aware of traffic from an evening Baseball game.
You can find directions to the race venue here.
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Transition
The transition area opens at 6:30am on Saturday and is located on 26th directly in front of Dixon Recreation Center.
Your transition spot is designated by the wave you are in. Please rack your bike in the appropriate section. Bikes should be racked alternating directions and should be close together. Transition area volunteers will help you rack your bike if you have any questions.
Upon arriving at the event, body marking will take place at each entrance to the T.A. It is the participant’s responsibility to get your body marked. After getting body marked double check that you have your timing chip on your person before the start of your wave.
Please adhere to the following Transition Area rules:
- No glass.
- No riding. You are not permitted to ride your bike in the transition area. There is a mount and dismount area outside of the bike in and bike out.
- No spectators. Please do not encourage friends or family to enter the T.A.
- Please pick up after yourself. Please put your garbage in the trash cans and help us “leave no trace.”
PLEASE remove your gear from transition as soon as possible after you complete your race. The transition area will be secure until 1:30pm the day of the race. Frequently left items include water bottles, caps, goggles, and towels. Check for all your stuff. We donate any leftover items 1 week after the race, so please double check.
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Relay Team Specifics
Tagging for the bike and the run legs occur at your bike racking spot. You must exchange your timing chip at the exchange; this is how you "tag" your next teammate so that they can start.
Awards for relays occur with the Duathlon and Aquabike awards.
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Gear Check
There is no gear check. Please leave valuables in your car. We will have transition security, but it is best to be safe.
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Rules
While this is not a USAT sanctioned race, Beaver Freezer Athletes should abide by USAT rules. Some rule reminders:
- No headphones are permitted during the race. This is for your safety.
- Fixed gear bikes are prohibited and may not be used.
- All bikes must have bar end caps.
- There is no drafting on the bike course. Please keep 3 bike lengths between you and the next person. (This is approximately the distance between two yellow dash lines on any road.)
- Your Helmet must be worn and buckled at all times during the cycling portion.
- Be nice to the volunteers.
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Numbers
- Bib numbers must be worn on your front during the run. Not required for the bike.
- Bike number must be visible on your frame and must be on your frame before entering/leaving transition.
- Helmet number must be on the front of your helmet.
- Body marking will take place at the entrance to transition. Be ready to show your arms and legs.
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Category Note: This year we allowed for a more fluid gender selection rather than the binary male/female. How we have chosen to navigate this is by changing the “male” category to “open". Anyone with any gender identity can chose to race in the open category. We also have a “women’s” category. Anyone who identifies as a woman can select to race in the women’s category
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Swim:
** UPDATE AS OF 4/14: We will no longer be holding the swim in two separate pools. ALL swims will be in the Dixon Recreation Center Pool.
We will be making the dive tank of the pool open to warmup starting at 7:30am.
Check In
You will be assigned to a specific wave time. Please report to the pool for check in 20 minutes prior to your start. We will be giving an important race briefing 10-15 minutes before the start of each wave which is extremely important not to miss.
Starting Line
Please proceed to the start line. Here, you and the 3 other people in your lane will line up in order of your starting position. Volunteers will help ensure that you are in the right lanes and all set to start the swim.
To Start
When the starter gives you the signal, you will walk one at a time to the timing mat. Here, you will stand on the mat until the starting volunteer clears you to enter the water. Your time starts 5 seconds AFTER you step on the mat. You must WALK to your lane and get in FEET FIRST. Any diving will result in a restart of your swim without a restart of your time. Volunteers will be available to answer any questions you have at the start.
Lane Etiquette
You will circle swim in the counterclockwise direction. To pass, it is recommended that you tap the person’s feet in front of you. They should then “pull over” at the next wall allowing you to pass safely. We do not recommend mid-lane passing as this will likely result in a head on collision with another swimmer.
Counting Laps
We will have volunteers counting laps to validate that you are swimming the full length, but it is your responsibility to count laps. Get out of the water after you complete your swim, and then exit the pool at the southeast door and head to transition. Volunteers will help direct you where you need to go.
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Bike Course
- The roads are NOT closed to vehicle traffic. Please watch for traffic when passing.
- Always ride on the ride side of the road. Ride right, pass left.
- Helmets are required. No helmet, no race.
- No headphones.
- Mount/Dismount Area: You are not permitted to ride your bike in the transition area. There is a mount and dismount area outside of the bike in and bike out.
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Run Course
This is a 3-loop course. You will go up the library hill 3 times and will pass the aid station 3 times before heading to the finish which is located between the MU and the new SEC (Student Experience Center).
There are no headphones allowed on the run, or in the race in general! You can find a turn-by-turn directions and a course map here.
---
Aquabike Finish
While the Duathlon and Triathlon will finish as normal at the finish line, Aquabike is slightly different. Your time will finish at bike in / bike dismount at the end of the bike leg. However, you will still be required to still cross the finish line at the end of the run course. You will follow the run out and just take the first turn into the finish instead of doing the three laps of the run course. Since your time will have finished at bike in you can walk to the finish line if you would like. Your placing and time will be based on the finish of the bike, but we are requiring you to cross the finish line so that you can turn in your timing chip and get your finisher prize (plus you can take a photo at the finish line!).
---
New to Triathlons?
If you are new to triathlons, please check out a video our club put together a few years ago that explains the basics and provides some tips. We have also put together a FAQ for those new to triathlons available here. FAQ specifically about the Beaver Freezer can be found here.
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Weather
Please come prepared for cold and wet weather conditions. We are anticipating it to be raining and 40 °F or colder throughout the race. This race is called the Beaver Freezer for a reason you know!
---
Aid Station
There is one aid station on the course. It is located on the run course at the top of the hill. Athletes will pass the aid station 3 times on the run. The aid station will be stocked with water and Gatorade. Please do not litter. Trash cans will be available after the aid station.
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Locker Rooms
Locker rooms in Dixon Recreation Center will be available until 1pm for post-race showers and warming if you need it.
---
Results and Awards
An awards ceremony will be held on Saturday after all participants have finished. This will take place at the SEC plaza (by the finish line). Awards will be held approximately at the following times:
- Duathlon and Aquabike Awards @ ~11:00am
- Triathlon Awards @ ~12:30pm
Race results are available online here. As you finish, we will be uploading your times to this site.
---
Post-Race Food
We've got a great post-race treats from Qdoba! Athletes can eat for free after the race.
---
Apparel for Sale on Race Day
We will have OSU Triathlon Apparel for sale at the race. This includes extra Beaver Freezer t-shirts from this year and previous years, and maybe even some triathlon gear. Sizes are limited to what is on hand, but there might be some swag just for you! We can only accept cash or check, so if you want to do some shopping, bring your paper money.
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Volunteers
We need volunteers!
We're always open for more volunteers to help with this event. We have positions on the pool deck, on the bike and run course, in the finish area and other locations. If you know anyone who would like to volunteer or have family or friends who would like to help with the race, please encourage them to fill out the volunteer signup form.
Volunteers are provided with a t-shirt, lunch, coffee, and other various snacks!
Questions? email: [email protected]
The Beaver Freezer Sprint Triathlon is a community event that attracts racers from throughout the Willamette Valley and all over the Northwest. Started in 1993, the Freezer has been the OSU Triathlon Club's annual fundraising event for the past 20+ years. In 2010, the Beaver Freezer became the LARGEST TRIATHLON (with an indoor swim) in the UNITED STATES! Participants' experience varies from first-time triathletes to veterans; age groups range from 16-19 to 60-plus; and there are road bike, mountain bike, and relay categories. We invite you to join the wonderful world of multisport! Come race in this early season sprint triathlon! All abilities are welcome! Must be at least 16 years of age to participate.
The course includes a swim in one of two pools on Oregon State University campus. The bike ride takes you through some of the historic college district and out through the country roads of Corvallis. With a few gentle hills, this ride is PERFECT for beginners and FAST for experienced athletes. The run is a fun 3 loop course around the heart of the OSU campus, finishing in the Student Memorial Union Quad. Family and friends will enjoy the easy of spectating this race, while exploring the Oregon State Campus.
In the past several years, the race has filled within hours of registration opening. Due to high demand, the race is expected to fill quickly again this year! This is a premier early season race, so don't miss your chance and sign up on the 4th of February at 12:00pm(Noon).
We also put on the Beaver Fever Triathlon and Duathlon in October. We hope you will start and end your multisport season with us!
The course includes a swim in one of two pools on Oregon State University campus. The bike ride takes you through some of the historic college district and out through the country roads of Corvallis. With a few gentle hills, this ride is PERFECT for beginners and FAST for experienced athletes. The run is a fun 3 loop course around the heart of the OSU campus, finishing in the Student Memorial Union Quad. Family and friends will enjoy the easy of spectating this race, while exploring the Oregon State Campus.
In the past several years, the race has filled within hours of registration opening. Due to high demand, the race is expected to fill quickly again this year! This is a premier early season race, so don't miss your chance and sign up on the 4th of February at 12:00pm(Noon).
We also put on the Beaver Fever Triathlon and Duathlon in October. We hope you will start and end your multisport season with us!
