Clemson Triathlon 2010
Event #9 of the Go Tri Sports South Carolina Triathlon Series
- Time:
- 8:00 AM
- Date:
- Saturday, May 15, 2010
- Place:
- Foothills Family YMCA - Clemson, SC
- Distance:
- 750 meter Swim
11 mile Bike
5 km Run
- Status:
- Closed
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Description
NOTE: On-lin registration closes Wednesday May 12, 2010 at 8AM. After this time you may register during posted packet pick up hours on Thursday, Friday or Saturday.
The Clemson Triathlon moves into its thirteenth season and is a great early season tester becoming a favorite among southeastern area triathletes.
The Swim is a one loop 750 meter course which is always wetsuit legal with water temperatures in the low to mid 70's. A clockwise rectangular shape swim course with start waves of less than 100 athletes per wave. Depending on the wind there can be some chop with little to know current.
The bike is a one loop 11 mile course in quiet rural roads. There is one short but steep grade at mile 2 1/2. From there the course rolls until a long downhill at mile 9. Road surfaces are good and traffic is light. Turns are marked with orange pavement arrows and orange directional signs. Police and volunteers will man each intersection.
The run is an out and back 5K course. There is a gradual downhill for the 1st mile before a short but very steep grade at mile 1.3. From there it is to the turn around on the very flat East Beach Dike. A gradual one mile ascent takes runners back to the finish line at the YMCA.
Affiliated Charities
This event benefits Team Type 1.
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
5/11/2010 Clemson Triathlon - Event Details Posetd
If you are racing Saturday at the Clemson Triathlon please read through the posted Event Details found on the Clemson Triathlon event page.
4/20/2010 Clemson Triathlon Partners With Hotel Group for Discounted Rates
See the lodging section for more details on these 3 hotels and the discounted rates offered to athletes.
Event Site Rules
Event Capacity
This event is limited to the first 650 registrations.
USAT Sanctioned
The Clemson Triathlon is a USA Triathlon sanctioned event.
Cut-Off Time
All participants must complete the event in under 2 hours, 15 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, 15 minutes.
Minimum Age
The minimum age allowed for participating in the Clemson Triathlon is 10 years of age.
Timing System
The Clemson Triathlon will be timed using the ChampionChip Tming System.
(5 splits provided)
Packet Pickup
Thursday May 13, 2010 (4-7 PM)
Go Tri Sports - Greenville
400 East McBee Ave #104
Greenville, SC 29607
Friday May 14, 2010 (3-7 PM)
Foothills Family YMCA (Event Site)
275 YMCA Circle
Senece, SC 29678
Saturday May 15, 2010 (6 - 7:15 AM)
Foothills Family YMCA (Event Site)
275 YMCA Circle
Senece, SC 29678
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 Hotels
SLEEP INN $67.99
1303 Tiger Blvd
Clemson SC 29631
864.653.6000
www.sleepinnclemson.com
DAYS INN $62.99
1387 Tiger Blvd
Clemson SC 29631
864.653.4411
www.daysinnclemson.com
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS $94.00
1381 Tiger Blvd
Clemson SC 29631
864.654.9410
www.hiexpress.com/clemsonsc
Cut off date for the rates is 04/30/10.
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, 11 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
- Collegiate
- Clydesdale
- Master Clydesdale
- Athena
- ParaTriathlete (M & F)
- Novice (M & F)
- Aquabike (Top 1 M & F)
RELAY AWARDS
- Co-Ed Relay (Top 3)
Click HERE to learn more about each of the divisions listed above.
Best of the US Qualifier
The Clemson Triathlon is the designated 2010 South Carolina Best of the US Qualifier Event. The Top 3 resident amateur finishers will receive awards, and the first place man and woman will be invited to repesent South Carolina at the 2010 National Championship event. Team South Carolina will compete for individual and fastest state team awards. Follow their progress HERE .
Category Results
Click HERE to view Category Results.
