Join us on a dynamic bike ride which begins adjacent to Neyland Stadium. 
Athletes will make their way through downtown Knoxville as they journey out onto the rural country roads of Knoxville. Enjoy challenging ascents, rapid descents and picturesque scenery before making your way back in to town.

2011 Olympic & Half Rev Bike Course Routes

New Routes undergoing confirmation, check back for updates.

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Bike Course: Safety Plan/Policy:

• Bike Registration is Mandatory and will be completed during the athlete registration process. All bikes will be racked on Saturday, May 8th at their designated transition area adjacent to Neyland Stadium.
• All contestants are required to ride road/racing bikes. Mountain bikes, beach cruisers and bikes with coaster-type brakes are prohibited
• No tandems or recumbent.   Any new, ”unusual”, or prototype equipment will be subject to a determination of legality by USA Triathlon
• All bikes will be checked in on Saturday May 8th. Race officials reserve the right to reject any bike not meeting safety standards. If a bike does not meet safety standards, the contestant will be required to correct the problem before participating in the race. Once your bike is checked into the holding area, only small covers on the seat and/or computer will be allowed.
• Absolutely no drafting of another bike or any other vehicle is allowed. Contestants must ride single file on the far right side of the road except when passing another rider. Side-by-side riding is not allowed. Overtaking riders may move to the left for up to 15 seconds, but must move back into the right lane after passing or if the challenge fails. Riders must keep a 10 meter distance between bikes except when passing. An overtaken rider must fall back 10 meters before attempting to regain the lead from a front running bike. Marshals may/will issue a stop-and-go on the course, in addition to a time penalty for drafting and blocking violations. Two position violations will result in disqualification.
• Shoes must be in the designated Transition box or secured to bike pedals. Shoes and shirt must be worn at all times on the bike.
• Each contestant must wear the REV3 issued race number at all times while on the course. Bike number must be placed low on back of rider’s jersey where it is clearly visible.  Race belts may be worn.
• A USAT approved helmet is required during the entire bike race including in and out of the transition area. Any contestant riding without an approved helmet or chin strap not fastened will be disqualified. Any alterations to hard-shell helmets which affect its integrity are not allowed.
• No individual support allowed. Ample aid and food stations will be provided. Friends, family members, coaches or supporters of any type may not bike, drive or run alongside contestant, may not pass food or other items to contestant and should be warned to stay completely clear of all contestants to avoid disqualification. It is incumbent upon each contestant to reject immediately any attempt to assist, follow or escort.
• Ample Food will be provided at the transition and rest areas .
• Each contestant must be individually responsible for repair and maintenance of their own bike. Assistance by anyone, including other athletes, other than REV3 technical support or officials will be grounds for disqualification. Each cyclist should be prepared to handle any possible mechanical malfunction. Technical support does not include the normal changing of flat tires.
• Contestants are expected to heed directions and instructions of all race officials and public authorities.

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