Tri the Midlands Triathlon 2010
Event #12 of the Go Tri Sports South Carolina Triathlon Series
- Time:
- 8:00 AM
- Date:
- Saturday, June 26, 2010
- Place:
- Lake Carolina Development - Northeast Columbia, SC
- Distance:
- 500 meter Swim
14 mile Bike
5 km Run
- Status:
- Closed
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Description
For more details on this event visit the event specific web site at www.trithemidlands.com
Swim
The Lake Swim is a beginner-friendly, quick, 500m triangular course that enters the water from the docks adjacent to the transition area. ITU starts have been allowed from the pier for the Open Class Athletes.
Transition
The transition area is located near the lake on Harborside Circle. This space is located completely on the pavement adjacent to the swim exit.
When exiting the swim you will run out over a sandy path with roots and some pine needles (we will rake the path the day before the race and make sure there are no ants). Next you will cross over about 25 yards of pavement and into transition. This area is directly adjacent to the small grassy park on Harborside Circle in the Harborside neighborhood of Lake Carolina.
Bike
The bike leaves Lake Carolina from the front entrance and moves through the rural roads over rolling hills finally re-entering Lake Carolina near the YMCA and ending back in Harborside.
Run
The out-&-back run then takes the athletes out into Lake Carolina along scenic trails and 
over the bridge before ending at the Village Green in Harborside. The challenge in the run is heading up the hill after crossing the lake bridge. There is a steep grade on this hill but it only lasts for a couple hundred yards! The Village Green make Tri the Midlands a spectator friendly race and provides a great backdrop for post race discussions and refreshments.
This is also a great area for spectators to hang out! From the green they can see the bike route leaving and returning as well as the race/run finish. We recommend having spectators bring fold out chairs and a cooler with their favorite refreshments so they can enjoy themselves while they wait for their favorite athletes to pass by & finish!
Click HERE to learn more about the Lake Carolina Development.
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.
Event Site Rules
Event Capacity
This event is limited to the first 500 registrations.
USAT Sanctioned
The Tri the Midlands Triathlon is a USA Triathlon sanctioned event.
Cut-Off Time
All participants must complete the event in under 2 hours, 20 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, 20 minutes.
Minimum Age
The minimum age allowed for participating in the Tri the Midlands Triathlon is 10 years of age.
Timing System
The Tri the Midlands Triathlon will be timed using the ChampionChip Tming System (5 Splits Provided - Swim, T1, Bike, T2, & Run)
Packet Pickup
Friday June 25, 2010 (2-7 PM)
Lake Carolina Development (Event Site)
"On the Green"
Saturday June 20, 2009 (6-7:15 AM)
Lake Carolina Development (Event Site)
Adjacent to the Transition Area
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 I-20 & Clemson Rd
1021 Clemson Frontage Road
Northeast Columbia
(803)-788-4901
Ask for Triathlon Rate
Rooms are only blocked off at special rate until 5/25/2010
Holiday Inn Express
I-20 & Clemson Rd
Columbia
(803)-419-3558
Policies and Refunds
REFUND POLICY
50% of your entry fee will be refunded until May 1, 2010. No refunds will be issued for any reason after May 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 8:45AM in hopes the inclement weather will pass.
- If inclement weather does not pass at 8:45AM the event will be changed to a duathlon with a 1.5 mile Run, 11 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 2010 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 2010 event. No refunds will be issued if the event is cancelled due to inclement weeather.
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
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.
Age Group Results
Click HERE for Age Group Results.
