The Gateway Triathlon Cup

April 14th-16th, 2023
370 Lakeside Park | St. Peters, MO
PATCO Americas Triathlon Cup Elite Race
750m swim | 20K bike | 5K run
PATCO Americas Triathlon Para Cup Elite Race
750m swim | 19K bike | 4.7K run
Human Powered Health National Triathlon Development Race Series
750m swim | 20K bike | 5K run
Age Group Draft Legal Super Sprint Race - Exhibition
300m swim | 9.5K bike | 2366m run
Join MSE Racing at beautiful, spectator friendly, 370 Lakeside Park where we will host an exciting weekend of racing!
With the support of USA Triathlon, World Triathlon, and the City of Saint Peters, MSE Racing is proud to present The Gateway Triathlon Cup at 370 Lakeside Park. The Gateway Triathlon Cup is a group of races that is occurring over the weekend of April 14th-16th. It is one of 4 races of its kind in the United States consisting of elite races, elite para races, age group draft legal race, and more! Sally Drake and the MSE Racing Crew are honored to have the opportunity to bring this event to our passionate St. Louis triathlon community!
Races





SCHEDULE OF EVENTS & Entrance Times
Preliminary Event Schedule
***All schedules are subject to change without notice, please check back often***
Friday, April 14th, 2023
9:00am - 7:00pm
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Event Site Open for Visits (no swimming allowed)
10:00am - 11:15am
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PARK ROADS CLOSED
10:00am - 10:30am
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Elite/NTDR Bike Familiarization
10:45am - 11:15am
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Elite/NTDR Swim Familiarization
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Para-triathletes Bike Familiarization
11:30am - 12:00pm
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Para Swim Familiarization
12:30pm - 1:30pm
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Volunteer Training for Swim Handlers
5:00pm - 8:00pm
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Mandatory Race Briefing/Packet Pickup -
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Location - St. Peter Catholic Church, 221 1st Capitol Drive, St. Charles, MO 63301
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5:00pm - PATCO Para Athletes
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6:00pm - PATCO Elite Athletes
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6:45pm - National Triathlon Development Athletes
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7:30pm - Technical Officials Briefing
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Saturday, April 15th, 2023 continued
Men's PATCO Americas Triathlon Cup Elite Race
2:45pm - 3:30pm
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Athlete Lounge Opens
3:00pm - 3:45pm
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Transition "B" Opens
3:15pm - 3:45pm
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Swim Warm-Up Open
3:50pm
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Athletes Staged for Introduction
3:55pm - 5:20pm
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PARK ROADS CLOSED
4:00pm
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Race Start
5:30pm
PATCO America's Triathlon Cup Awards Ceremony
6:00pm
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Mandatory Race Briefing/Packet Pickup
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Location - 370 Lakeside Park Clubhouse, 1000 Lakeside Park Drive, St. Peters, MO 63376
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6:00pm Age Group Draft-Legal Females
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6:45pm Age Group Draft-Legal Males
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Saturday, April 15th, 2023
Sunday, April 16th, 2023
Men's Age Group Draft-Legal Super Sprint Race
8:00am
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Transition "A" Opens
8:15am
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Swim Warm-Ups Open
8:45am
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Swim Warm-Up Close/Transition Close
8:50am
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Athletes Staged for Introduction
8:55am - 10:10am
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PARK ROADS CLOSED
9:00am
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Race Starts
Women's Age Group Draft-Legal Super Sprint Race
10:00am
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Transition "B" Opens
10:15am
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Swim Warm-Ups Open
10:45am
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Swim Warm-Up Close/Transition Close
10:50am
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Athletes Staged for Introduction
10:55am - 12:10pm
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PARK ROADS CLOSED
11:00am
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Race Starts
12:15pm
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Age Group Draft Legal Super Sprint Awards Ceremony
Women's & Men's Americas Triathlon Para Cup Elite Race
11:30am - 1:40pm
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Athlete Lounge Opens
12:00pm - 12:40pm
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Transition Opens
12:15pm - 12:45pm
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Swim Warm-Up Open
12:50pm
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Athletes Staged for Introduction
12:55pm - 3:00pm
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PARK ROADS CLOSE
1:00pm - 1:10pm
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Race Start 1:00pm - PTVI1-M & PTVI1-W
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Race Start 1:02:41pm - PTVI2/3-M
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Race Start 1:03:11pm - PTVI2/3-W
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Race Start 1:10pm - PTS2/3-M, PTS4-M, PTS5-M, PTS2/3/4-W, PTS5-W & PTWC2-W
3:10pm
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PATCO America's Para Triathlon Cup Awards Ceremony
Women's Human Powered Health National Triathlon Development Race Series
8:45am
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Transition “A” Opens
9:00am
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Swim Warms-Ups Open
9:45am
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Swim Warms-up Close/Transition Close
9:50am
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Athletes Staged for Introduction
9:55am - 11:20am
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PARK ROADS CLOSED
10:00am
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Race Start
Men's Human Powered Health National Triathlon Development Race Series
10:45am
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Transition "B" Open
11:00am
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Swim Warm-Up Open
11:45am
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Swim Warm-Up Close/Transition Close
11:50am
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Athletes Staged for Introduction
11:55am - 1:20pm
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PARK ROADS CLOSED
12:00pm
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Race Start
1:30pm
Human Powered Health National Triathlon Development Awards Ceremony
Women's PATCO Americas Triathlon Cup Elite Race
12:45pm - 1:30pm
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Athlete Lounge Opens
1:00pm - 1:45pm
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Transition "A" Opens
1:15pm - 1:45pm
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Swim Warm-Up Open
1:50pm
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Athletes Staged for Introduction
1:55pm - 3:20pm
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PARK ROADS CLOSED
2:00pm
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Race Start
Entrance Times
Park Road Closure Times
Friday, April 14th 10:00am – 11:15am
Saturday, April 15th 9:55am – 11:20am, 11:55am – 1:20pm, 1:55pm – 3:20pm & 3:55pm – 5:20pm
Sunday, April 16th 8:55am – 10:10am, 10:55am – 12:10pm & 12:55pm – 3:00pm
Course Maps & Google Earth Flyovers
PATCO Americas Triathlon Cup
PATCO Americas Para Triathlon Cup
Human Powered Health NTDR
Age Group Draft Legal Race
Transition & Parking
Athlete Information & Prize Purses
Wetsuit Use
This is an early spring event, with potential for cold water temps. There is a high probability all events will be a wetsuit mandatory swim.
If the water temperature is 60.62°F or below, all athletes will be required to wear a wetsuit.
Prize Purses
PATCO Americas Triathlon Cup Prize Purse
Prize money of 10,000 USD to be offered - $5000 USD Men & $5000 USD Women
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1st: $1500 USD
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2nd: $1250 USD
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3rd: $1000 USD
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4th: $750 USD
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5th $500 USD
Human Powered Health NTDR Prize Purse
Prize money of $3,000 USD to be offered - $1500 USD Men & $1500 USD Women
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1st: $750 USD
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2nd: $500 USD
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3rd: $250 USD

The Gateway Triathlon Cup and MSE Racing is not involved in prize money payout. Questions about prize money payouts can be directed to: brian.damico@usatriathlon.org
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Upon the conclusion of the event, once results are finalized, they will be sent to USA Triathlon
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USA Triathlon will then reach out to athletes within seven (7) days post-event that are to receive prize money to request payment forms, including ACH for a wire transfer
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Once forms have been completed and returned, the payments will be processed


Pre Race Swim Times & Event Swag
Rec Plex Natatorium
LOCATION (5-10 minutes from the event site):
5200 Mexico Road
Saint Peters, MO 63376
ADMISSION RATE:
$10 USD covers general access to the Rec-Plex weight room, cardio room, indoor track, gymnasium, ice rink, indoor pools, and locker rooms. For more information visit the Rec Plex website!
LAP SWIM TIMES:
Thursday, 5:00am - 8:30pm
Friday, 5:00am - 8:30pm
Saturday, 7:00am - 7:00pm
Event Swag
All participants will receive a Gateway Triathlon Cup Cooling Towel!


Volunteer Information & Training
Be a part of the action by signing up to volunteer at The Gateway Triathlon Cup. Numerous volunteers are needed in a variety of positions throughout the weekend to ensure that all the races runs smoothly. Any amount of time a volunteer can spare is much appreciated. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your interest in volunteering.
Click on the "Volunteer Signup" button below to sign up for a specific time slot(s) and job(s). Please dress for the weather, as you will be outside for the event. MSE Racing appreciates all our volunteers, and you will be rewarded with snacks, drinks, a special token of our appreciation and a front row seat to the race action. Please note the times when the park roads are closed over the weekend and make sure you arrive with enough time to check in and to be able to get in position for your shift.


Volunteer training video for para athlete swim handlers
A brief practice training will take place on Friday, April 14th at 12:30pm at 370 Lakeside Park. These volunteers will be in the water and should wear wetsuits because of the anticipated cold water temperatures.
Spectator Information & Lodging
370 LAKESIDE PARK AMENITIES:
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camping
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splash pad
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fishing
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small playground
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shaded pavilions
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rentals - kayaks, paddle boards, paddle boats and bikes
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For more information visit the 370 Lakeside Park Website!
LODGING INFORMATION:
Drury Inn & Suites - St. Louis | St. Peters
170 Mid Rivers Mall Circle
St. Peters, MO 63376
(636) 397-9700
The Gateway Triathlon Cup Room Block Information:
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Start Date: Thursday, April 13, 2023
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End Date: Sunday, April 16, 2023
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Last Day to Book: Sunday, March 12, 2023
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Our special group rate is 140 USD per night
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Click here for the online reservation link for The Gateway Triathlon Cup or call 1-800-325-0720 and refer to your group number 10047954
VIEW FROM 370 LAKESIDE PARK
THANK YOU TO OUR RACE SPONSORS!
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES STILL AVAILABLE:
