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Loggerhead Sprint Triathlon

I just registered my husband and I for the 2011 Loggerhead Triathlon. The race takes place on Saturday, August 6 at Carlin Park in Jupiter, Florida. Loggerhead is a sprint distance triathlon with the following distances:

• 600 yard swim
• 13 mile bike
• 3.1 mile run

Most sprint triathlons I've done have a 400 meter swim, 10 mile bike and 3.1 mile run. The longer swim will be okay, being fairly new to the sport of triathlon, the swim is my weakest of the three sports. But I really like the slightly longer bike portion, after all, I am the Bike Diva!

The Loggerhead Triathlon caps out at 600 registrants. As of this morning there were already 500 people signed up. So hurry, hurry, hurry, and register for the race if you are interested in doing it: http://membership.npbchamber.com/Events/details/loggerhead-triathlon-08-07-2011.

Loggerhead Triathlon Date: August 6, 2011 Time: 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM Event Description

The Loggerhead Triathlon is one of the longest enduring triathlons in the state of Florida. Dating back to 1985, triathletes have made the trip to Jupiter year after year to enjoy the magnificent Oceanside setting, the family-friendly atmosphere, and the competition. Jointly sponsored by the Triathlon Club of the Palm Beaches and the Northern Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce, the event has become a “must do” on the southeast race circuit and has spawned some of the top triathletes in the United States.

The Loggerhead Triathlon will be held on Saturday, August 6th beginning at 7:00am at Carlin Park in Jupiter, FL. The race course consists of a 3/8 mile ocean swim, 13 mile bike and flat 3.1 mile run. Awards will be given to the top 3 overall in each division. Following the race, photos can be viewed at: www.bbactionphoto.com

Divisions include: Age Groups

14 & Under 15-19 20-24 25-29 30-34 35-39 40-44 45-49 50-54 55-59 60-64 65-69 70-74 75-79 80 & above

Clydesdale 15-39 & 189-199 weight 40 & above & 189-199 weight 15-39 & 200+ weight 40 & above & 200+weight Relays Male Female Coed Mountain Bike

Athena (145 & above) First Timers

This is a USAT Sanctioned Event. All athletes must provide their current USAT identification card at check-in. All non-USAT Members must pay the additional $10 (cash only) Race Day Registration fee and fill out the Registration Form at Packet Pick Up. The Packet Pick Up for all race registrants will be on Friday, August 5, 2011 from 3:00pm – 8:00pm at the Jupiter Beach Resort and Spa (located at 5 NA1A, Jupiter, FL 33477). All athletes must show a photo ID in order to receive their packet. Relay teams must have all members present to receive their packet. The Sports and Fitness Expo will feature over 20 local businesses that offer products specific to triathletes. Be sure to stick around during packet pick up to check out all the exhibitors have to offer! The First Timers Seminar is recommended for all Loggerhead Triathlon First Timers. It will be help during packet pick up on Friday, August 5th from 5:00pm – 6:00pm at the Jupiter Beach Resort. The Host Hotel is the Jupiter Beach Resort and Spa. The hotel is offering a group rate for all athletes. For reservations, call 800.228.8810 and mention the code LOGG to receive the discounted rate. Race Rules Pre-Race Body Marking: Have your arms and legs marked with your race number by a volunteer. This will start in Carlin Park at 5:45am. Timing chip: Pick up your timing chip race morning. Only race participants allowed in transition area. FIRST TIMERS: Wear the wristband provided in your race packet in order to receive a medal at the finish line. Swim The race begins at 7:00am on the beach. Line up in the appropriate wave. The race will start in 5 waves with 5 minutes between each wave. Wet Suits will not be allowed. WAVE ORDER AND CAP COLOR: 1st wave: Male 20-44 GREEN 2nd wave: Female 20-44 YELLOW 3rd wave: Female 19 and under, 45 and above and Athena PURPLE 4th wave: Clydesdale, male 19 and under, male 45 and above RED 5th wave: All relay teams and mountain bike BLACK. Male and female first timers WHITE Bike Helmets must be fastened before leaving the transition area. An ANSI approved bike helmet is mandatory. Bikes must be walked in and out of the transition area. No drafting. Keep 3 bike lengths away from other riders. Draft marshals will be on the course. THERE ARE 2 LAPS ON THE BIKE COURSE: Exit park and head south (left) on A1A to Loggerhead Park. Turn around and repeat. Return to transition area from the south entrance to Carlin Park. Run Exit park and head north (right) to Jupiter Beach Blvd. Head east (right) and follow signs and volunteers to turnaround. Return to Carlin Park and the finish line from the north entrance. I-PODS and MP3 Players are not permitted. Relays All relay team members must be body marked. Swimmer wears the swim cap. Runner wears the run race number. Biker has race number on his/her bike. Teammates remain at the bike rack marked “relays” waiting for a team member to pass the timing chip before starting the next leg. Registration Registration will be available beginning Monday, March 28, 2011 at 9:00am. Registrations will be taken in the order in which they are received and the race is capped at 600 registrants – so be sure to REGISTER EARLY! Online registration is available at www.altavistasports.com only. Registration Fees are based on the time the registration is received and there is NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION, NO CANCELLATIONS, REFUNDS OR CHANGES ONCE REGISTRATION IS RECEIVED: Early Registration by May 15th INDIVIDUALS - $75 RELAYS - $100 Late Registration after May 15th INDIVIDUALS - $100 RELAYS - $125 For questions regarding the race or registration, please contact the Northern PBC Chamber of Commerce at 561.746.7111.

Take care, Lynn Smythe AKA the Bike Diva

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