TBF Racing events: August Super Sprint Triathlon

The August Super Sprint Triathlon & Duathlon
& TRI for KIDS Triathlon

Sat. August 23, 2008

Event Details

Entry fees

August 23, 2008
Rancho Seco Park, Herald

The TBF Super Sprint Triathlon/Duathlon
9 am Start time

Super Sprint Triathlon - .400 yard swim – 8 mile bike – 2 mile run

Super Sprint Duathlon – 2 mile bike – 8 mile bike – 2 mile run

TRI for KIDS Triathlon
8:30 am Start time
- 50/150 meter swim – 4 mile bike – 1 mile run

The road into the park will be closed from 8:30 am until 9 for the TRI for KIDS bike. ALL Athletes MUST arrive prior to 8:30.

	Early	Race Day
Super Sprint Triathlon: Individual	$55	$60
Super Sprint Triathlon: Relay	$120	$140
Early bird (before Dec. 1)	$45

Super Sprint Duathlon: Individual	$55	$60
Super Sprint Duathlon: Relay	$100	$120
Early bird (before Dec. 1)	$45

TRI for KIDS	$30	$40
TRI for KIDS Family Discount ($5 off total price for two kids racing from the same family, $15 off for three kids)

Registration

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TRI for KIDS Register online or

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Divisions

In the Super Sprint Triathlon and Duathlon there will be 10-year age groups beginning with 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and ending with 70+ for male and female individuals.

There will be two divisions for the TRI for KIDS: 7 to 10 years old and 11 to 14 years old. Each division will have one-year age groups.

Awards

super sprint triathlon First place Overall Male and Female in the Super Sprint Triathlon and Duathlon will receive Overall Champion Awards. There will be awards five deep in each ten-year age group for the Super Sprint Triathlon and Duathlon. Relay Teams awards will be for First Place in each division of Male, Female, and Coed Teams.

For the TRI for KIDS Triathlon there will be age group awards five-deep for each one-year age group, and every finisher will receive a TRI for KIDS finisher medal.

Course Descriptions

Swim or Run
The race will begin with the 400 yard swim from the swim area or a two mile run. Both will start at 9 am. The swim course will be a triangular course in Rancho Seco Lake marked by the large RedBull buoys. Water temperature should be approximately 70 degrees. Wetsuits are allowed. The swim exit will be up the beach and under the RedBull arch to a grassy path to the transition area located in the parking area. The first run for the Duathlon will be two miles, the same course as the second run.

Bike
The Bike: The bike course starts off within the park at Rancho Seco for the first 2 miles and then turns onto highway 104, monitored by CHP officers, for a 2 mile out and back loop. After a left turn back into Rancho Seco Park you finish around the lake and back into transition area. The bike course is fairly fast.

You must maintain at least THREE bike lengths at all times behind the rider in front of you, and you MUST ride single file while on the Highway. Passing is allowed in a timely manner when it is safe to do so. After passing return to the right side of the road and continue to ride safely. Failure to do so will result in a drafting penalty or disqualification. Crossing the centerline at ANY time will also result in disqualification. Proceed to the turn around on Hwy 104 and return to the park. Traffic has the right-of-way on the road so ride CAREFULLY. The Bike course will Not have an aid station. Water and Clif Electrolyte Beverage, along with Clif Shot Energy gels will be available in the transition area.

Run
The run heads out of the transition area along a grass path to a wide fire road that loops around the lake for about 1 mile before returning to the transition area and finish line.

Transition Area

The Transition area will be on a first-come basis, with the exception of Reserved Bike Racks for TRI Clubs. The transition area at all TBF Racing events is for athletes only. All non-athletes must remain outside of the transition area at all times on race day. Athletes may choose their transition spot from any of the non-reserved racks - reserved racks will be marked for Tri Clubs. Glass or bottles are not allowed in the transition area.

There will be special bike racks designated as TRI for KIDS only in the transition area. These bike racks will be shorter in length to accommodate the smaller athletes and bikes.

Bodymarking and Race Numbers

Bodymarking will be take place at the entrance to the transition area and must be completed before you enter the transition area. Athletes will have their race number marked on their legs and arms and have their age division on their calf.

Bike numbers must be attached and be visible on your bike at all times during the ride. Run numbers must be worn on your front when crossing the finish line.

Rules and Regulations

super sprint triathlon Swim Course - The wave start times and the age groups in each wave will be posted at Registration and the start area on Saturday morning.

Bike Course - ALL athletes MUST wear a helmet the entire time while riding their bikes. Failure to have your helmet on or buckled at any time on the bike will result in DISQUALIFICATION. This includes while riding your bike in or out of the transition area.

Safety is our and your first concern, be aware of all traffic and cyclists while riding. Upon re-entering the park proceed to the transition area. There will be DISMOUNT line where all cyclists must dismount their bike before entering the transition area. Please re-rack your bicycle in the SAME spot and proceed on to the run.

ALL athletes are required to wear an ANSI approved bicycle helmet during the entire bike course. Athletes will NOT be allowed to proceed on the bike course without a helmet. The helmet must be securely fastened the entire time you are on your bike. Failure to do so will result in disqualification.

Run Course - Run numbers must be worn on the run and when crossing the finish line.

General rules - Numbers must be placed on your bike and worn on the run. Drafting is not allowed on the bike course. Riding your bike WILL be allowed in the transition area. No glass will be allowed in the transition area.

Use of headphones or other listening devices during ALL portions of the race ARE NOT ALLOWED.

Finish Line

After crossing the finish line please take a cold water or Clif Shot Recovery Drink and cool water and continue walking to allow your body to cool down. You should remain active for 10 to 15 minutes while you are drinking and re-fueling your body. If you need medical attention or are feeling unwell please proceed to the TBF Medical Tent or notify a TBF Volunteer that you need medical attention.

Schedule of Events

Registration and Packet pick up will close at 8:30 am. The road into the park will be closed from 8:30 am until 9 am for the TRI for KIDS bike course closure. Athletes MUST arrive prior to 8:30 am. Spectators arriving after 8:30 am can walk the 2 miles into the park or wait until 9 am when the road opens.

Saturday:
- 6:30 am Transition area and Registration open
- 7:00 am Race announcements begin
- 8:30 Start of the TRI for KIDS Triathlon

- 8:30 am Entry into Rancho Seco Park closed from 8:30 am to 9 am due to TRI for KIDS Triathlon bike course closure. Vehicles can park and walk in approximately one mile or wait until the road opens at 9 am
- 8:40 am Race information announcement for Super Sprint Triathlon and Duathlon.
- 9:00 am Start of Super Sprint Triathlon and Duathlon.

The race will start at 9 am. There will be 3 waves, each 5 minutes apart. All waves are mixed men and women.
Wave one - Women and Men 29 and under
Wave two - Women and Men 30 to 44
Wave three - Women and Men 45 and over, and Relay Teams.

- 10:30 am - 11:30am Final Finisher of SUPER SPRINT Triathlon and Duathlon
- 11am approximately: Awards Ceremony

Packet Pick-up

Race packets will be available race morning from 7 am to 8:30 am at the race site. The race will start promptly at 9:00 am. Be sure to give yourself plenty of time for entrance to the park, parking, transition set-up and warm-up.

Our 2008 TRI for KIDS will be now be a five-race series:
1. June 8
2. July 13
3. August 3
4. August 23 and
5. TRI for KIDS Championship Triathlon Race (and Open race) on September 13. Tthese fun races at Rancho Seco Park will feature a swim of 50/150 meters, a 4 mile bike and a 1-mile run for athletes 11 to 14 years of age. There will be a shorter swim for the athletes 7-10.

Category:	Early	Race Day
TRI for KIDS	$30	$40
TRI for KIDS ($5 off total price for two kids racing from the same family, $15 off for three kids)	$ -5	$ -15
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TRI for KIDS Start time and Distance
7:30 am Start time
TRI for KIDS Triathlon - 50/150 meter swim – 4 mile bike – 1 mile run

There will be two divisions for the TRI for KIDS: 7 to 10 years old and 11 to 14 years old. Each division will have one-year age groups.

Cosed Road
The road into the park will be closed from 8:30 am until 9 am for the TRI for KIDS bike course closure. ALL Athletes MUST arrive prior to 8:30 am.

Transition Area
There will be special bike racks designated as TRI for KIDS only in the transition area. These bike racks will be shorter in length to accommodate the smaller athletes and bikes.

TRI for KIDS Course Description
Swim
The swim course will be a 50 meter swim or 150 meter swim along the shoreline, completely monitored by safety kayakers and lifeguards.

Bike
The bike course will be a four-mile course on the roads inside the park at Rancho Seco. The course will be closed to traffic and monitored for safety.

Run
The run course will be a one-mile course around sections of the lake on grass and trails. There will be an aid station at the start and half way on the run course.

Accommodation

Parking and Park Entrance Fee

Hotel rooms are available at the Galt INN at 620 North Lincoln Way. Their phone number is (209) 745-9500. There is also the Comfort INN and Suites at 10380 Twin Cities Road in Galt. Their phone number is (209) 744-7800. The Ione Hotel is 10 minutes away, phone (209) 274-6082. Camping is available at Rancho Seco Park (916) 732-4913.

Parking fee is included in your entry fee.

Race for FREE

Spectator Information

Our TBF Racing Athlete Volunteer Program offers you a chance to get involved with events, have fun and earn a $40 TBF Racing voucher good towards entry fees at any of our events - plus fee food. Pick up your RACE For FREE Athlete Voucher at the end of your shift. Complete event schedule

Spectators are welcome at the Super Sprint Triathlon/Duathlon and all TBF Racing events. Spectator food and drinks will be available for sale and free coffee is available in the morning. Stop by the TBF booth at the expo and find out how you can learn the sport of Triathlon through TBF Training

TRI Clubs

If you are a member of a Triathlon Club that has 10 or more athletes racing with TBF Racing we can reserve transition racks specifically for your club, have your club set up a tent in the expo/athlete area, and hang your banners at the event. Please contact the Race Director for more information.

Refund and Transfer Policy

TBF Racing has a No Refund policy on all of our events. A Refund requested prior to race week will be given a TBF Race credit for the amount of the entry fee minus $25 processing fee. Credits will not be given during race week.

Transfers will be allowed from one TBF Racing event to another within a one-year time frame. There will be a $25 transfer fee. Transfers will not be allowed during race week.

2007 Results

Super Sprint Triathlon	Div.	Overall
Super Sprint Duathlon	Div.	Overall
TRI for KIDS Triathlon		Overall

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