Tri For The Shelter Triathlon is a USAT sanctioned event that takes place in the gorgeous Rocky Mountain Recreation area in the outskirts of Rome, Georgia. This sprint race features a 500-yard swim in a mountain lake, 18-mile bike ride through beautiful rolling terrain (all on road) and 3.1-mile run. Participants will be treated to spectacular views as they race to the finish line! The race will begin at 8:00 am.