PROPOSITION – GRIZZLYMAN HALF

Race Date: 23 May 2026

Entry Fee: 3 999 CZK
Entry Fee On Site: 4 499 CZK

Water rescue service will be provided. The event is held under the regulations of the Czech Triathlon Association.

Accreditation, accommodation, race facilities, discipline start and finish areas, and the awards ceremony are all located in a single central zone at the transition area at the Olešná Reservoir.

Accommodation:
Shared tent accommodation (basic facilities) is available.
Athletes requiring private or higher-comfort accommodation are responsible for arranging it independently.

Recommended accommodation nearby:

Race Briefing / Course Presentation: Friday, 22 May 2026 at 19:00 – Boathouse (Yacht Club)

Timing: GPS trackers

Start: Saturday, 23 May 2026, Olešná Reservoir – Boathouse (Yacht Club), 06:00

Course Overview:
Route marking and navigation details will be explained during the race briefing. Athlete support is permitted. The course may also be completed independently. A GPS-enabled sports watch is mandatory.

Swim:
1.9 km with an exit from the water after approximately 950 m.

Cycling:
1 × 91.5 km technical road course with a total elevation gain of approximately +1350 m.

Run:
1 × 21 km mountain run with a total elevation gain of approximately +780 m.

Race Rules:

  • The race takes place under full public road traffic conditions. Athletes must be familiar with and comply with road safety regulations (Act No. 361/2000 Coll.).
  • No preferential treatment in road traffic is provided to athletes.
  • All traffic, road conditions, and obstacles are considered part of the race.
  • The organiser cannot guarantee uninterrupted passage on any section of the course.
  • Support crews are not permitted to stop or direct traffic.
  • Crossing a red traffic signal or railway crossing during active warning signals results in immediate disqualification.
  • Support vehicles must be parked completely off the road and beyond the white shoulder line. Non-compliance results in a 5-minute time penalty. Repeated violation results in disqualification.
  • The cycling course includes designated No Support Zones where support, stopping, parking, and vehicle access are prohibited.
  • No Support Cars Zone: Ráztoka – Pustevny.
  • The minimum drafting distance is 15 metres.
  • During the run, the athlete may be accompanied by either one cyclist or one runner.
  • The accompanying support person must not run or ride ahead of the athlete.
  • A support cyclist must comply with all road safety regulations (Act No. 361/2000 Coll.).
  • Only authorised support may provide nutrition, hydration, or mechanical assistance. Detailed information and course maps for the 2026 edition will be included in the official race manual.