Lake Murray Triathlon 2010
Event #8 of the Go Tri Sports South Carolina Triathlon Series
- Time:
- 8:00 AM
- Date:
- Sunday, May 09, 2010
- Place:
- Dreher Island State Park - Prosperity, SC
- Distance:
- 750 meter Swim
16 mile Bike
5 km Run
- Status:
- Closed
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Description
NOTE: On-line registration will close at 8AM on Thursday May 6, 2010. After this time we WILL BE taking registrations during posted packet pick up hours on Saturday and Sunday.
The Lake Murray Triathlon has become a favorite chance for all South Carolina Triathletes to showcase their talents against the best in the state. Nestled in the center of South Carolina athletes from the Upstate, Midlands and Coastal regions converge into Columbia each year for this sprint distance event.
The swim is one counter-clockwise 750 meter loop. Wetsuits are normally legal but the water temperature borders the legal limit each year. Depending on the wind swimmers may encounter light to moderate chop with a small current.
The bike course is long for a sprint distance event - one 16 mile loop. Road surfaces are good with a few rough areas scattered through the course. This is to be expected as the course winds along completely rural roads. Only 5 turns on this course and they are marked with pavement arrows and directional signs. Police and volunteers man the proper intersections.
The 5k run course is very unique in that runners get several opportunities to see where they in in relation to the competition. A one loop course with several out and back spurs gives athletes a chance to see where they are on the course. Relatively flat and shaded, this run course can be very fast.
Affiliated Charities
This event benefits Team Type 1 and The SCOA Cares Foundation.
This year we are focusing on Skin Cancer Prevention, as a service to our community of athletes. In addition, we are adopting a new charity which we hope our athletes will help us 
support. The SCOA Cares Foundiation, focuses in helping uninsured and under-insured patients receive cancer treatments, medications, and transportation. Costs to cover these expenses are usually very high, so every dollar counts in our effort to help. We believe that with a small $2 donation from each of our participants, plus proceeds from our event; we can make a small difference in somebody's life next month. Every dollar donated to this chairty goes directly to treat cancer patients.
All 2010 SCTS events will benefit Team Type 1
The main objectives of Team Type 1 are as follows:
- Strive for 6.5 program - The outreach program where athletes visit hospitals, families and caregivers to educate them on living with and overcoming Diabetes.
- Helping fund and resource the 70,000 people living without the insulin they need. The Team will be going to Rwanda, South Africa to pass out supplies and teach the people how to use the insulin and technology to live healthier.
- "Cure Death from Diabetes" a program to eliminate death from the complications of Diabetes in the next 5 years. This will involve more educational cirriculum, pushing for approval of new technology and having the athletes test new medical equipment to expidite the arrival of the "synthetic pancreas" and closed loop insulin delivery system.
News
5/5/2010 Lake Murray Triathlon - On-line Registration to Close - On-site registration available
NOTE: On-line registration will close at 8AM on Thursday May 6, 2010. After this time we WILL BE taking registrations during posted packet pick up hours on Saturday and Sunday.
4/13/2010 Salsarita's Fresh Cantina To Offer Post Event Meal
The Lake Murray Triathlon is pleased to announce that Salsarita's Fresh Cantina will provide the post event meal to all athletes and volunteers.
4/9/2010 Lake Murray Triathlon to Celebrate 10th Anniversary - Partners With New Charitiable Organization
The 2010 Lake Murray Triathlon is celebrating its 10th Anniversary. We would like to thank the many athletes that have made this one of South Carolina's top three favorite events; and invite you to celebrate with us this next May 9th, at Dreher Island Park near Columbia, SC. We are planning to have great food, cool commemorative shirts, and gifts.
This year we are focusing on Skin Cancer Prevention, as a service to our community of athletes. In addition, we are adopting a new charity which we hope our athletes will help us support. The SCOA Cares Foundiation, focuses in helping uninsured and under-insured patients receive cancer treatments, medications, and transportation. Costs to cover these expenses are usually very high, so every dollar counts in our effort to help. We believe that with a small $2 donation from each of our participants, plus proceeds from our event; we can make a small difference in somebody's life next month. Every dollar donated to this chairty goes directly to treat cancer patients.
We hope to see you again at Lake Murray Triathlon, 10th Anniversary.
Event Site Rules
Event Capacity
This event is limited to the first 400 registrations.
USAT Sanctioned
The Lake Murray Triathlon is a USA Triathlon sanctioned event.
Cut-Off Time
All participants must complete the event in under 2 hours, 30 minutes from the start of the final wave. Event officials reserve the right to pull a participant off the course if it appears as though that participant will not be able to complete the event in under 2 hours, 30 minutes.
Minimum Age
The minimum age allowed for participating in the Lake Murray Triathlon is 10 years of age.
Timing System
The Lake Murray Triathlon will be timed using the ChampionChip Tming System.
(5 splits provided)
Packet Pickup
Saturday May 8, 2010 (2-6 PM)
Salsarita's Fresh Cantina
5135 Sunset Boulevard
Lexington, SC 29072-6958
(803) 957-7482
Sunday May 9, 2010 (6 - 7:15 AM)
Dreher Island State Park (Event Site)
3677 State Park Road
Prosperity, SC 29127
Note: Participants must collect his/ her own event packets. This rule applies to relay team members as well. Photo ID is required in order to collect event materials. NO ID = NO EVENT. ALL USAT annual members must show a valid USAT membership card or pay the one day membership fee ($10).
Directional Maps to the above locations may be found by clicking on the Directions button at the top of this page.
Lodging Information
Host Hotel
Hampton Inn -Harbison
101 Woodcross Dr.
Columbia, SC 29212
(803) 749-6999
Policies and Refunds
REFUND POLICY
50% of your entry fee will be refunded until April 1, 2010. No refunds will be issued for any reason after April 1, 2010. Event entries are not transferable between persons, events or years. NO EXCEPTIONS will be made to this policy. By registering for this event you agree to these refund terms. To request a refund you must complete the refund request form using the link below BEFORE the posted refund deadline.
WEATHER POLICY
In the event of inclement the following procedures will be followed:
- The event will be postponed until 8:30AM in hopes the inclement weather will pass.
- If inclement weather does not pass at 8:30AM the event will be changed to a duathlon with a 2.5 km Run, 16 mile Bike, 2.5 km Run format.
- If a duathlon is not possible the event will be cancelled and a 50% credit will be issued for all registered participants into the 2011 event. No refunds will be issued if the event is cancelled due to inclement weather.
- If the event is cancelled due to inclement weather prior to event weekend a 50% credit will be issued for all registered participants into the 2011 event. No refunds will be issued if the event is cancelled due to inclement weather.
To request a refund you must fill out the refund request form here.
Purchase Event Photos
Bird's Eye View is the official event photography company of the South Carolina Triathlon Series. Bird's Eye View will be on hand at this event capturing images of your event.
You will receive a customized email with your photos and splits following the event. Or you may go to www.birdseyeview.net to purchase your photos from other Set Up Events.
Volunteer
Click HERE to view the possible jobs you may have at this event.
If you are interested in volunteering for this event please fill out the volunteer requet form below.
Results
2010
2009
2008
2007
2006
2005
2004
2003
Additional Information
Award Categories
Awards will be given to the Top 3 in each of the following divisions:
INDIVIDUAL AWARDS
- Open (M & F)
- Masters Open (M & F)
- Age Groups (M & F): 15 & Under, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85 & Over
- Clydesdale
- Master Clydesdale
- Athena
- ParaTriathlete (M & F)
- Novice (M & F)
RELAY AWARDS
- Co-Ed Relay (Top 3)
Click HERE to learn more about each of the divisions listed above.
Category Results
Click HERE to view the age group / category results for this event
