The duathlon was set up to be an individual or relay event. Cyclists wait in the transition area for their running partners to tag in so they can begin the 12 mile cycling portion of the duathlon.
A runner tags his duathlon cycling partner after completing the first of two 2-mile running legs in the duathlon. After his partner completes the 12-mile cycling portion, the runner will have to complete another 2-mile run to finish the event for the team.