*Buckner Mission Man Triathlon

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Buckner Mission Man Triathlon 2010

Event #11 of the TrySports Triathlon Development Series

Time:: 8:00 AM
Date:: Saturday, July 24, 2010
Place:: Lake Cammack Park & Marina - Burlington, NC
Distance:: 750 meter Swim
15 mile Bike
5 km Run

Status:: Closed
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Description

The Buckner Mission Man Triathlon has quickly become one of the areas most popular events. Moving into its sixth year, the Buckner Mission Man Triathlon is centrally located in Burlington, NC for easy access and short travel time from almost any spot in the Triangle. Not only that, but the event itself is one not to miss. Nestled into the Lake Cammack Park and Marina, this event offers a mix of many different racing experiences.

The 750 meter swim starts in the water and moves out in a counter clockwise direction. Water temperature ranges between 80 and 85 degrees making for a wonderfully comfortable non wetsuit swim. Waves and chop are light and water quality is superb.

The 15 mile bike course is on of the most enjoyable courses in the Series. Road surfaces are newly paved and smooth and the course gives you no major climbs, just an assortment of flat to rolling terrain. Athletes are certain to enjoy this scenic and fast bike route. Police and volunteers man each intersection and turn are marked with roadway arrows and directional signs.

The 2-Loop 5K course is mostly off road on a series of rolling to flat trails that weave throughout the park. The first and middle half miles are on the paved park road as athletes complete Lap 1 at the event site before beginning Lap 2. The trail system is old and established but a few areas do have a few roots. While racing flats are a fine option for this course, we suggest a more stable shoe for first timers and those with weak ankles. Aid stations are positioned every mile.

Affiliated Charities

This event benefits Front Street United Methodist Church.

This event benefits the mission work of Christ through Front Street United Methodist Church. The following charities benefited from monies raised by the 2009 race.

Habitat for Humanity, Friendship Center, Loaves & Fishes Christian Food Ministry, Allied Churches Kitchen & Shelter, Wheel Chair Ramp Ministry, Alamance ElderCare, Prison Ministry, Christian Counseling Center, Residential Treatment Services, ALAMAP, Methodist Home for Children, Society of St. Andrew, Zimbabwe Orphan Endeavor, Russian Church Initiative

Event Site Rules

Event Capacity
This event is limited to the first 650 registrations.

USAT Sanctioned
The Buckner Mission Man 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 Buckner Mission Man Triathlon is 10 years of age.

Timing System
The Buckner Mission Man Triathlon will be timed using the ChampionChip Tming System.
(5 splits provided)

Packet Pickup

Friday July 23, 2010 (3 - 7 PM)
Front Street United Methodist Church
136 S Fisher Street
Burlington, NC 27215

Saturday July 24, 2010 (6 - 7:30 AM)
Lake Cammack Park & Marina (Event Site)
4790 Union Ridge Road
Burlington, NC 27217

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

The Acorn Inn in Elon is the host hotel for the Buckner Mission Man Triathlon

Rates are as follows.

Single: $89.00

Double: $99.00

Triple: $109.00

Policies and Refunds

REFUND POLICY
50% of your entry fee will be refunded until July 1, 2010. No refunds will be issued for any reason after July 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 1.5 mile Run, 15 mile Bike, 1.5 mile 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.

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