Race Details

AUGUST 3, 2024

The race can be completely solo, complete (two people running it together completing each leg together, or in a relay team of up to 6 people. Maps and aditional details below.

Tango Race Brochure and Registration Form

Tango Race Waiver

The Challenge:

Distance Running - At 7:00am the 13.1-mile course starts at the YMCA in Warren, Pennsylvania and leads
you along the scenic Allegheny River.

Biking - 15 mile ride consists of paved soads and mid-level technical mountain biking. Approximately 80% of the ride is trail. Road bikes are NOT recommended.

Swimming - The next leg will give you a chance to cool off during the 2.2-mile swim. Swim fins and resting will be permitted. All teams must have a safety canoe or kayak accompanying them.

Orienteering - Time for a trek on foot through Cornplanter Country. Well marked points will be located over a rugged 6+ mile course.

Speed Running - Running-Back on foot for a 4 mile run from Kinzua Beach back to the Kinzua Dam. Finishes at the tailwaters.

Canoeing - 8 mile paddle from the tailwaters to Point Park in Warren. Must supply own canoe

Aditional Notes:

-All racer transitions after the start are at Kinzua Beach with the exception of the short run to the canoe at the Big Bend Boat Launch.

-NO E-BIKES FOR THE BIKE COURSE.

-All race teams are responsible for the delivery of their bikes, gear, and canoes to the Kinzua Beach Transition Point.

Day Before the Race/Important Information

August 3, 2024

At least one member of the race team must attend a race informational meeting at 7:00 pm at the Warren YMCA. All waivers must be turned in before 7:00 pm.

Aid by support teams is permitted only at transition points. Racers in the swimming portion are permitted to exit the water but cannot advance and must re-enter at the same point. Each swimmer must have a safety buddy in a canoe or kayak to stay along with them while in the water. Also, an orienteering course will be offered by the Warren County YMCA. See race rules for more information or call Thad at (814) 726-0110.

Team Finder

If you'd like to be a part of this race but need to find a team or need to complete a team please contact Jena Swanson at (814) 726-0110 or by email at jenafox@warrenymca.org.

The Race

The race can be completely solo, complete (two people running it together completing each leg together, or in a relay team of up to 6 people. See maps below.