Event Date
Sunday August 31, 2008
Location
Pilgrim Memorial Park, Plymouth, MA
Start Time
10:00am ES
Distance
1-mile SWIM, 30-mile BIKE, 6.2-mile RUN
Field Limit
450 Individuals and 50 relay Teams
Entry Fees:
Pricing before June 1, 2008:
Individuals: $80
Relay Teams: $120
Pricing after June 1, 2008
Individuals: $95
Relay Teams: $135
USA Triathlon Sanctioned Event
All athletes must present a valid, current USAT annual membership at packet pick-up Or purchase a 1-day USAT license at packet pick-up for $10. If you forget your card you will still be required to purchase a 1-day USAT license. No Exceptions!
USA Triathlon rules will apply. USAT officials will be present and on the racecourse. Athletes can be penalized for drafting, blocking, crossing the centerline, use of headphones among other violations. Be sure to review current rules at: www.USATriathlon.org
Refunds, Transfers, Cancellations…
The Mayflower Triathlon has a “NO REFUND” Policy. Be certain that you can race before registering. No transfers between athletes, events, or the following years events are permitted. No exceptions ! In the event of inclement weather we reserve the right to shorten, alter, or cancel any portion of this race. In that case there will be no refunds.
Event Check-in, Packet Pick-Up, and Race Expo
Saturday August 30, 2008 at the host hotel: Radisson Hotel Plymouth Harbor, 180 Water Street, Plymouth, MA from 9:00am – 3:00pm. Mayflower Ballroom. There will be course talks at the expo several times during the day. The times will be announced as we get closer to race day.
THERE IS NO RACE DAY PACKET PICK-UP!
Mandatory Athlete Meeting
Saturday August 30, 2008 at the host hotel: Radisson Hotel Plymouth Harbor, 180 Water Street, Plymouth, MA from 3:30pm Mayflower Ballroom.
Minimum Age
15 years old on race day
Categories / Age Groups
Elite (Male & Female)
Age Groups (Male & Female): 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34….
Clydesdale (Male 200+ lbs)
Athena (Female 150+ lbs)
Relay Teams (Male, Female, Mixed) these can be 2 or 3-person teams
Awards / Prize Money
First Place (Male & Female) = $ 200
2nd Place (Male & Female) = $ 100
3rd Place (Male & Female) = $ 50
Awards to Top 3 in each Age Group, Clydesdales, Athenas, and Relay Teams
Awards Ceremony
Sunday August 31 at Mayflower Memorial Park (FINISH LINE AREA) 2:30pm
Timing:
New England Timing utilizing Winning Time Chip Systems will provide 5 splits and overall finishing time for each athlete.
Wetsuits
Notwithstanding an unprecedented ocean warm up this is a wetsuit legal event.
Disqualification
Per USAT rules use of iPod, MP3 player, headphones, radios or the like will result in disqualification.
Lodging/ Host Hotel
Radisson Hotel Plymouth Harbor, 180 Water Street, Plymouth, MA 02360, 877-500-0050 or
508-747-4900, www.radisson.com/plymouthma
Other Lodging/Activities/Restaurants
www.visit-plymouth.com
THE RACE COURSE
SWIM: 1 Mile
The Mayflower Triathlon at Plymouth Rock swim is a point to point course in Plymouth Harbor where the Pilgrims landed in the year 1620. A barrier beach protects the harbor. This generally results in calm surf. The swim begins with a water start at the foot of the State Boat Ramp. Swimmers swim .5 miles along the breakwall / jette keeping the buoys to your right. At the turnaround buoy head towards the Mayflower II. Swimmers exit at the dock next to The Mayflower II and run 1/4 mile on indoor/outdoor carpet to the transition area at Memorial State Park just south of Plymouth Rock. You can expect water temperatures in the mid to high 60’s. Wetsuits are recommended. Unlike the Pilgrims there are no rocks to navigate as you exit the water.
BIKE: 30 Miles
The Mayflower Triathlon at Plymouth Rock bike route is a 1-loop 30-mile course . There will be 2 fully stocked aid stations on the “loop” where you can get Electrolyte Drinks, Water, Gels, and Bananas. There will be an area before and after each aid station where you can throw any empty bottles or other garbage. Please do not litter on the racecourse. There will be a bike mechanic stationed at each aid station as well as a portajohn. The bike course is open to vehicular traffic. Traffic is expected to be light on this holiday weekend. All major intersections and turns will be staffed by police and volunteers.
Helmets are required!
RUN: 6.2 Miles
The Mayflower Triathlon at Plymouth Rock run route is a single 6-mile course. Aid stations located every mile on the run will be fully stocked with Electrolyte Drinks, Gels, Water, Ice, Bananas, and Pretzels. You’ll finish in unforgettable fashion at the historic Plymouth Waterfront running past The Mayflower II and finishing at Plymouth Rock.
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