Folsom Sprint Triathlon
Nimbus Flat State Park, Folsom, CA
Saturday August 18, 2012
7:45 a.m. — Start
1/2 Mile Swim - 14 Mile Bike - 3.1 Mile Run
Individuals & Teams:
$70 until 11/1/11
$80 until 1/1/12
$90 until 4/1/12
$100 until 8/1/12
$110 until 8/16/12
Relay Teams (2 or 3 members):
$150 until 3/1/12
$170 until 8/16/12
Other ways to register Offline and Online:
About the Folsom Sprint Triathlon:
Perfect venue for a triathlon, with clean mountain fresh water and the party occuring in the beautiful Nimbus Flat State Park.
The Folsom Sprint Triathlon will fill a void for a lack of sprint distance triathlons in the Folsom / Sacramento area. This event will attract racers from all over the State. Participants will range from the beginner age group and to the triathlete looking to use the event as a training day. Warm sun, great music, gourmet food, awards and laughter are only to be found at the Folsom Triathlons where triathletes and their families can come and enjoy all that Folsom has to offer from lodging, dining, entertainment and shopping in historic Downtown Folsom.
(picture to the left is the Nimbus Dam which is below your swim start at Nimbus Flat State Park)
Registration Categories:
- Individual
- Youth - Individuals (17 and under)
- Triathlon Clubs "2012 Tri Club Challenge Series"
- Military/Fire/Police (will be required to bring active military, fire, or police ID)
- Clydesdale & Athena
- Aqua-Bike (swim-bike)
- Pro/Elite
- Relay (male, female, coed 2 or 3 person team)
Registration Includes:
- Branded swim cap
- Custom t-shirt
- Finishers medal
- Custom water bottle
- Free post-race feast
- Professional Race Day announcer
- Race results posted on website same day
- Live Band
Age groups male & female (awards will be given 3 deep):
14-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+, female Athena (over 160 lbs), male Clydesdale (over 200 lbs.).
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Race Photography:
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2012 JAKROO Tri Club Challenge Championship
Folsom Sprint Triathlon Prize Purse: $500
Championship Prize Purse: $1,000
www.triclubchallenge.com
See how your tri club/team can win at each race and the Championship for 2012!
With $8,500 at stake in the 2012 TCC we look forward to an even better turn out and competition in 2012. The challenge will include all USAP triathlon, duathlon, and swim races in 2012. The total prize purse is $8,500 for the winning tri clubs/teams throughout the race series and championship at The Folsom Triathlon Festival August 18-19, 2012.
Race Details & Schedule
Preliminary Wave Starts:
Wave 1: 7:45 AM Men 34 and Under
Wave 2: 7:49 AM Men 35 - 44
Wave 3: 7:53 AM Men 45 and Over
Wave 4: 7:57 AM Women 34 and Under
Wave 5: 8:01 AM Women 35 and Over
Wave 6: 8:05 AM Relays, Aqua-Bike, Clydesdale and Athena
Confirmed Triathletes:
All athletes should arrive at least 1.5 hours early. This year's event will begin promptly at 7:45 AM.
The Finish:
The Finish includes a post race party with all the fixings: great music, exciting race day announcers, free catered food which includes burritos and fresh pasta salad, fresh fruit, bagels and cream cheese, fresh spring water, recovery drinks, beer and more.
Post Race Massage
Sports massage services will be provided after the race for FREE!!!
Medal Engraving:
USA Productions is happy to announce a new, very cool service this year. Not only will we have great medals this years (at specific events, see event page) events we will have an engraving service on site to engrave your time into your medal. The engraving service is provided by SVE Timing so they will have your finish time right at the booth. The process is very simple, as soon as you get your medal proceed to the engraving tent. Fill out a form with your name and verify your time. Pay a small fee. Come back in 15 minutes and you will never forget your time!
Schedule of events:
Packet pick up for timing chips and race numbers is mandatory for the Folsom Sprint Triathlon. Packet pick up will be held rain or shine Friday, August 12, from 1pm to 6pm at Bicycles Plus. You must bring a valid ID to pick up your race packet. You may pick up a friend's or relative's race packet and bib number, only if you have their valid ID present. If you are pre-registered, you will not need to bring anything but your valid I.D. and USAT card to pick up your race packet. If you're not a USAT member you'll be required to purchase a one day USAT License for $10.
Friday, August 12, 2011
Registration / Packet Pickup
Bicycles Plus
705 Gold Lake Drive
Folsom, CA 95630
Phone: 916.355.8901
www.onlinecycling.com
Time: 1-6pm
Pasta Feed: 3-5pm
Saturday, August 13, 2011
Race Day Schedule
5:30am Transition Open
7am-12pm Expo Opens
7:45am Race Start
9am-11am Food, Music and Entertainment
10:15am Awards Ceremony
Course Maps & Details
The 1/2 Mile Swim:
Online swim course map (Click here):
The 1/2 mile swim will start in waves. The water temperature will be approx. 60-65 degrees. Wetsuits are encouraged. The course will be lined with large orange and yellow neon buoys, numerous lifeguards and kayak teams. You will have a short run from the water exit back to the transition area.
Click here to see a larger printable format of the swim.
The 14 Mile Bike:
The Folsom Sprint Bike Course (Online Map):
Click here to see a larger printable format of the bike course.
Drafting: Drafting is illegal at the Folsom Sprint Triathlon. We ask your help in doing the best we can to help enforce the "NO DRAFTING" rules of USA Triathlon. You, the athlete, are the simplest and best way to keep the bike course safe and draft free. We will have USA Triathlon Officials out on the bike course, but you personally need to help the sport and yourself by simply backing out of packs, slowing down or verbally mentioning to other athletes not to draft.
The 3.1 Mile Run:
Online Folsom Sprint run course map (Click here):
Participants will run on the American River Trail, for a total of 3.1 miles. The course is lined with cones and flour. Based the hot weather in mid summer bring a hat and sunscreen. There will be aid stations every mile dispensing water and hammer electrolyte sports drink.
Click here to see the 3.1 mile run course in a larger printable format.
Parking & Directions:
Event parking options:
Nimbus Flat State Park: California State Parks has now raised their fees at Nimbus Flat State Park and if you want to park right next to the venue the parking fee will be $10 per car. Please bring exact change, the park staff attendant will not have change available.
Fish Hatchery: As we did last year because of the fee increase for parking we have free parking available at the Fish Hatchery that is across the street from the Aquatic Center and about a 10 minute walk from the venue. This will also be used for overflow if the Nimbus Flat parking lot is full.
Chip Timing:
This race will be timed using a chip timing system. Upon checking in you will receive a chip that is traditionally worn on the ankle. It is the athlete's responsibility to wear the chip during the entire race. If you do not wear the chip you will NOT be timed.
The Athlete is also 100% totally responsible for the return of the chip. Our waiver will have a disclaimer that must be signed that states you, the athlete, must return the chip or be billed accordingly by our timing company. It is the racer's responsibility to make sure that if you cannot attend the race, the chip will be returned within 7 days to USA Productions at the following address. If the timing chip is not returned the participant will be charged $30.
USAT Sanctioning:
USA Triathlon provides comprehensive insurance coverage to sanctioned events. The coverage provides liability coverage to protect the race director, sponsors, volunteers, officials, and participants. The athlete excess medical coverage protects each participant for the day of the event.
Athlete Excess Medical: When athletes purchase a USAT annual license or one day permit, a portion of those fees cover the cost to provide them with excess medical insurance. This coverage only extends to their participation in an USA Triathlon sanctioned event and is only available after the injured party has filed with any primary insurance policies.
Event Liability: USAT provides comprehensive liability insurance coverage to sanctioned events. The USA Triathlon policy automatically covers USA Triathlon race directors, sponsors, volunteers, officials, and participants while participating in sanctioned events. Single-event permit can only be purchased through the race director and is $10 at packet pickup or the day of the event. USA Triathlon does not sell single-day permits.
New or Renewing Members: Click here to visit USATmembership.com to purchase a new membership or renew an old one.
Important Information
Please be safe and courteous throughout the race. You will NOT be disqualified for assistance, stopping or holding on for lifeguard support. Have Fun and Be Safe! We look forward to seeing you on race day!
Race Results
** Race Results - Click here **
Travel & Hotels:
To make travel plans and book your hotel for Folsom Sprint Triathlon: USA Productions Travel
Volunteer:
If you’re not a triathlete and would like to participant in some way to help with the event grab your friends and family and be a part of the event. Volunteers are needed to assist with several aspects of the event, including pre-registration, the start and finish line and water stations along the course.
Benefits of Volunteering
- Official FST volunteer t-shirt
- Goodie Bags
- Free Lunch
- Fulfill community service hours
- A great time out
- Team up with friends, family and make it a community event!
- Groups larger than 15 will receive more benefits and possible charitable donations
Contact us today and thanks for volunteering: Contact USA Productions
Contact USA Productions:
www.usaproductions.org/contact
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