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The 2008 course is the same as the previous year.
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A few pieces of information for you at this point:
1) The start will be a 'beach start' meaning the start line is NOT in the water but on the beach. Men & women will start separately.
2) The swim will be a counter clockwise loop with the main portion of the swim being parallel to the beach and the beach being on your left. Advantage- lefty breathers! :)
This is a race set specifically for beginners so you are more than welcome to hang on to the side of a support boat, buoy or raft. You are only disqualified if you require assistance from another person to complete the swim portion of the race. If disqualified due to swim assistance, you may still complete the entire course. The disqualification only means that you would not be eligible for any awards.
The swim is not an out and back, but a loop that goes from a beach starting point to a beach ending point and will only be about 40 yards from shore at it’s furthest point.
3) The bike course is a clockwise loop through local county roads and then around the west side of Silver Lake back to The Silvercryst & transition area.
COURSE ROUTE:
Exit Silvercryst road going East. Take Hwy 21 East to 20th dr, turn South.
Go .4 miles, turnaround and go North back to Hwy 21, turn right, heading East.
Stay on Hwy 21 East to 22nd avenue, turn South.
Take 22nd avenue to Cree avenue, turn West.
Take Cree avenue to 21st avenue, turn South.
Take 21st avenue to County F, turn West.
Take County F to Hwy 73, turn Northwest (right).
Take Hwy 73 to Hwy 21, turn Northeast, (right).
Take Hwy 21 back to Silvercryst road & transition area.
There will be no aid stations on the bike course.
4) The run course is an out and back.
COURSE ROUTE:
Racers will head out east on 21, turn right on Silver Lake Road to the 1 mile
mark, turnaround and return to the finish.
There will be an aid station at the 1 mile mark of the run.
5) Registration and transition area will open at 7am on race day. Registration will close at 8:30am and the transition area will be cleared at 9am SHARP!
6) Mandatory pre-race talk on the beach at 9:15am
7) Race starts at 9:30am
8) Post race food will be provided by The Silvercryst for participants. Food and drink will be available for purchase by spectators.
9) Award ceremony will be after last participant finishes. Prizes to be awarded.
10) There are already plans for adding an Olympic distance race and kids race
for next year!
Event Rules & Regulations
Race Conduct:
- Each participant must pick up their OWN race packet. Inappropriate language directed at officials, volunteers, participants, and/or spectators is not permitted. Cutting corners during the course is not permitted. Headphones and MP3 players are not permitted. Glass bottles are not permitted near the race course. Athletes must be marked with their race number on both shoulders, and age on their right calve. Do not leave any personal items on the course at any time. Littering on the course is strictly prohibited. Outside assistance (this includes assistance on the course with food, beverage, and pacing) is strictly prohibited. Refunds will not be given for any reason.
- Transfers are only allowed in case of injury or extenuating circumstances. Please contact the race manager for details.
Transition Procedures:
- Cyclists must reduce speed when nearing the transition area (TA). No cycling is allowed in the TA. Bicycles and other equipment must not interfere with other athletes. Glass containers are NOT allowed. No indecent exposure! Trash containers will be available. Do not leave trash in the TA! Only athletes are allowed in the TA.
- Failure to comply will result in a time penalty or disqualification.
Swim Procedures:
- Wave starts will be announced on race morning. Be in the designated start corral at the time of your wave start. You may not switch wave starts or go around the designated starting area. If you miss your wave start, inform the official immediately. A disqualification penalty exists for those who do not comply. You may stand on the bottom or rest by holding a rope, buoy, or floating object. If you need assistance, raise an arm overhead, pump it up and down, and call for assistance. If you receive any assistance from a lifeguard, you will be disqualified from official results and awards. Use of any propulsion device, including but not limited to fins, gloves, paddles, or floating devices, will disqualify you from official results.
- Wetsuits are permitted.
- Knowing and following the course is the responsibility of the participant. Helmets with buckled chin straps must be worn at all times during the bike portion. Do not unbuckle your chin strap unless you are off your bicycle. No drafting allowed! Keep three bike lengths between you and the rider in front of you. If you move any closer, you must pass within 15 seconds. The cyclist now behind must drop to three lengths before attempting to overtake the athlete ahead. Penalty: 3 mins for the first and second infractions, disqualification for the third. Keep to the right side of the lane at all times, unless passing. When passing, please use a loud tone of voice to signal “on your left.” Blocking is not permitted. You may not ride on the left side without passing or interfere with other cyclists’ attempts to pass. Penalty: 3 mins for the first and second infractions, disqualification for the third.
- There will not be bike support on the course. It is recommended that you bring your own spare tube/tire air and tools with you on the course. There will be a SAG vehicle if you need to be picked up, but this will result in your withdrawal from the race.
Running Procedures:
- It is your responsibility to know and follow the course. Athletes may carry a water bottle, as long as it is not made of glass.
- Runners may not crawl or cut corners. Doing so may result in disqualification.
Race management will not mail awards or raffle items.
Race management reserves the right to postpone, cancel, or change the race at any time in case of inclement weather. Race management will act in the interest of athlete safety.
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Contact Race Director James Glenn for more information
james@godblessamericatri.com