Tri Latta Triathlon 2013
presented by Novant Health
Event #10 of the AAA Car Care North Carolina Triathlon Series
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6:30 AM |
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Saturday, June 15, 2013 |
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Latta Plantation Park - Charlotte, NC |
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Register - 394 spots left | |
DISTANCE: |
750 Meter Swim |
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OPEN TILL: |
Wednesday, June 12, 2013 6:30 AM |
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Description
Course Descriptions:
(for course maps - click on "Course Maps" button above)
Swim:
The swim takes place in Mountain Island Lake and is basically an out & back designed course. Outbound and inbound swimmers are separated by about 50 yards, to eliminate potential head-on collisions. The water temperature at Latta is expected to be 80 degrees or higher making wetsuits usage illegal per USAT rules.
Bike:
The bike course is a 17 mile loop – a course that is best described as moderately hilly. There are no big climbs on the course – but a series of rollers and a couple of fairly long hills though not steep. The bike takes place on two-lane roads that are open to vehicular traffic so participants are encouraged to be alert and careful.
Run:
The new course (debuted in 2009) is a straight out & back design - eliminating the two loops that were required on the old course. It's a mostly off-road run course on the trail system at Latta Park. The run surface is hard-packed dirt/gravel. The course is heavily shaded and features a couple of hills – neither of which is long or steep. Aid stations will be located every mile.
Affiliated Charities
This event benefits Queen City Dolphins and Presbyterian Health Care Foundation.
The Tri Latta Triathlon Presented by Novant Health benefits two organizations:
*Queen City Dolphins
Queen City Dolphins is a North Carolina's largest USA Minority Swim Team. We are committed to training swimmers with the essential skills that will enable them to become successful athletes while creating a desire to excel in a competitive environment. Queen City Dolphins promotes Teamwork, Self-Discipline, Character Development, and Physical Fitness. http://qcdswim.org/history.html
Category Pricing
| Open MaleOpen FemaleMasters Open MaleMasters Open FemaleAge Group MaleAge Group FemaleClydesdaleMaster ClydesdaleAthenaNovice MaleNovice FemaleNovice Masters MaleNovice Masters Female |
**This pricing is based upon Date Once a date is reached the price will increase to the next tier | ||||||||||
| Male RelayFemale RelayMixed Relay |
**This pricing is based upon Date Once a date is reached the price will increase to the next tier |
Note: On-line Registration for this event closes on 06-12-2013 at 6:30 AM.
There is a $12.00 fee for each non-USAT registrant.
On-site registration is available for this event on 06-14-2013 during normal packet pick up hours.
On-site registration is available for this event on 06-15-2013 during normal packet pick up hours.
Event Site Rules
Parking:
All participants must be inside the park by 6:00 AM. The front gate to Latta Plantation Park will close at 6:00 AM. The front gate is over 2 miles from the race site. There will be no shuttle transportation of any kind provided.
Event Capacity:
800
USAT Sanctioned:
The Tri Latta Triathlon Presented by Novant Health is a USA Triathlon sanctioned race.
Cut-Off Time:
All participants must complete the race in under 2 hours - 30 minutes. Race 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 race in under 2 hours - 30 minutes.
Minimum Age:
The minimum age allowed for participating in the Tri Latta Triathlon Presented by Novant Health is 10.
Timing System:
The Tri Latta Triathlon Presented by Novant Health will be timed using the ChampionChip Tming System.
(5 splits provided)
Packet Pickup
1) Friday, June 14th (10:00 AM - 3:00 PM)
@ Run For Your Life - 2422 Park Rd. - Charlotte
For a map, click "Directions" button (top of page)
2) Friday, June 14th (5:00 PM - 7:00 PM)
@ race site
Latta Plantation Park
6211 Sample Rd.
Huntersville, NC 28078
3) Saturday, June 15th (5:00 AM - 6:00 AM)
@ race site
For a map, click "Directions" button (top of page)
NOTE:
A photo ID is required for packet pick-up.
Cash or check only please.
All participants must pick up their own race packet.
USA Triathlon requires that all USAT annual members must show their USAT membership card at packet pick-up.
Any USAT annual member who does not present his/her valid membership card at packet pick-up, will be required to pay the USAT one-day fee of $12.
Lodging Information
For eight years, Hilton Garden Inn North has provided Tri Latta Participants "Everything. Right where you need it." They are once again opening their welcome mats to insure that you will have a good night's rest before you enjoy the Tri Latta Triathlon Presented by Novant Health. As the official Host Hotel, below is the information you will need:
The group code for the discounted rate is RUN. Guests must give this code when making reservations in order to receive discounted rate and to ensure room availability. A valid credit card is required to confirm reservations. Cash payment may be made at check-in provided a valid credit card is given to cover incidentals.
Book by May 31st to reserve your room!
Grab n' Go bags (whole fruit, muffin & yogurt) will be available for pick up each morning of the event for participants. Coffee service will also be available for the participants 24 hours a day in the lobby. Late Checkout: 2:00 PM; Late Checkout requests made PRIOR TO ARRIVAL will be honored for the athletes on their date of departure.
You may make your reservation three ways:
- Online - Visit here. Choose your appropriate dates of stay under the Reservations tab and enter in Group Code "RUN" under "Group/Convention Code" section. Confirmation will be provided to you at the end of the brooking process
- Toll Free - Place your reservations toll free by calling Hilton Garden Inn National Reservations at (877) STAY HGI. Ask for our property's location and reference your group code, "RUN" to receive your group's discounted rate.
- Hotel Direct - Place your reservations with one of the friendly Guest Service Representatives by calling Hilton Garden Inn Charlotte North at 704-597-7655. Reference your group code "RUN" to receive your group's discounted rate.
Policies and Refunds
REFUND POLICY:
50% of your entry fee will be refunded until May 31, 2013. No refunds will be issued for any reason after May 31, 2013.
Entries CANNOT be transfered or defered to another person, event, or year.
NO EXCEPTIONS will be made to this policy.
By registering for this event you agree to this refund policy.
To request a refund, you must complete the refund request form below.
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 by 8:45AM , the event will be changed to a duathlon format.
Every effort will be made to have this event on time on this date. Should this event be cancelled due to an Act of God or other circumstance beyond the race directors control there will be no refunds, credits, or transfers.
NO EXCEPTIONS will be made to this policy.
By registering for this event you agree to this weather policy.
Click here to go to your profile and request a refund.
Purchase Event Photos
Tricycle Studios is the Official Photographer of the AAA NCTS!
Their photographers will be attending this event capturing images throughout the race course.
Athletes will receive a customized email after the race, complete with race stats, and automated links to find your images. You may also go directly to the Tricycle Studios website to review their custom products, and purchase your photos from this and other Set Up Events.
Tricycle Studios | a Bird's Eye View, Inc. Company | 540-358-0001 | info@tricyclephoto.com
Volunteer
Anyone interested in volunteering is asked to fill out the volunteer form.
A race official will be in touch with you the week of the race.
Overall Results
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Category Results
CLICK HERE to view category results.
Relay Team Information
- Relays can be 2-person (one person does 2 legs, and one person does 1 leg) or 3-person teams (each person does 1 leg of the event).
- EACH Relay member MUST pick up his/her own packet.
- EACH Member MUST have their photo ID and USAT card (if applicable) to pick up their packet.
- If a member is a minor (17 or under), then a parent/guardian must show an ID to get their packet.
- If a member turns 18 by the end of 2013 they are considered an Adult per USAT, thus they must pick up their own packet.
- If you need to replace a relay member you can e-mail us using the Contact Us button at the top of the page with the changes.
- If it is the week of the event and you need to make a change to a relay member then you can make this change at packet pick up.
- At packet pick up you will be given a sheet of paper that explains how the relays will work (chip hand off, tagging spot, etc.).
- If you are an individual that wishes to switch to a relay team, then you can e-mail us, using the Contact Us button at the top of the page, the following information: Team Name, Team Member Names, Team Member Shirt sizes. You will need to pay the difference to convert to a relay, which you can pay at packet pick up (cash or check only). If it is the week of the event, then you can make these changes at packet pick up.
USAT Rules and Information
Most Commonly Violated USAT Rules:
USAT INFORMATION:
ALL USAT members must show proof of a current membership at packet pick up. If you have recently renewed a membership, then you MUST print out a temporary card or receipt of payment (that shows length of the membership period) to show at packet pick up. We will not take your word for it that your membership is current; you must SHOW us. Failure to do so will result in having to pay the one-day fee of $12.
CLICK HERE to be taken to the USAT website where you can renew your membership or print out a temporary card. You can also renew your membership at packet pick up if that's easier for you.
If I entered my USAT information when I registered, then why do I need to show my card at packet pick up? USAT rules state that all USAT members must show a valid membership card at packet pick up and failure to do so will result in having to pay the 1-day fee. Our events are sanction by USAT, therefore, we must follow these rules. Our website is not connected to USAT's website, so the information that you enter when you register could be incorrect. We must physically document the current expiration date of your membership when you pick up your packet as this is the only way we can confirm 100% that your membership is in fact current.
USAT's "Age Up" Policy:
An athlete's age for any USAT sanctioned race will be his/her age as of Dec. 31, 2013. The age he/she is on 12/31 will determine his/her racing age group. If an athlete is due to "age-up" into the next group, it will happen at the beginning of the year, not after the athlete's birthday. This action aligns regular U.S. age group racing with the method used by USA Triathlon for its National Rankings Program and its new Grand Prix Series.
Example: John Smith is 39 and will turn 40 on November 20, 2013.
John will be considered 40 for all 2013 races - and will race in the 40-44 age group at all 2013 races.
Sally Jones is 29 and will turn 30 on July 3, 2013.
Sally will be considered 30 for all 2013 races - and will race in the 30-34 age group at all 2013 races.
This same policy applies to the all race categories in AAA Car Care North Carolina Triathlon Series races (Open, Clydesdale, etc).
Example: Fred Peters is 39 and will turn 40 on August 15, 2013.
Fred has registered to race in the "Open" category.
Since Fred will turn 40 in 2013 and will be considered 40 in all 2013 races, Fred will automatically be switched into the "Masters Open" category.
Participant Meeting
A participant orientation meeting will be held at 6:00 PM on Friday, June 14th at the race site (swim start location). We will cover as many details as possible about the race and questions will be encouraged. A representative from USA Triathlon will also be on hand to discuss USAT issues and concerns relative to rules and safety. This meeting should last about 30 minutes - we encourage everyone to attend.
NOTE: There will be NO pre-race instructions given on race morning.
Award Categories & Category Information
Top 3 in each of the following categories
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+
Clydesdales (Males - 220 Lbs +)
Masters Clydesdales (Males - 220 Lbs +, 40 & Over)
Athenas (Females - 165 Lbs +)
Novice (M & F)
Masters Novice (M & F)
Relay Team (Mixed)
Inside-Out Sports North Carolina Triathlon Series rules state that once you compete in a particular race category in an AAA Car Care North Carolina Triathlon Series race - you must remain in that same category for all future AAA Care North Carolina Triathlon Series races in that calendar year. The exception to this rule are the Novice and Masters Novice categories. You may begin the year as a Novice or Masters Novice and then switch into another category (ie: age group, clydesdale, etc.)
Below is a brief description of each race category:
Open - Category for Elite participants. These are typically the fastest people in the race and they compete on an Elite/Professional level.
Masters Open - Same as above, but these Elite participants are 40 and over.
Age Group - Participants competing in their age group.
Clydesdale - Category for male participants who are over 220 lbs.
Master Clydesdale - Category for male participants who are over 220 lbs. and are 40 or over.
Athena - Category for women over 165 lbs.
Novice - Category for beginner participants. Participants competing as a Novice have usually done less than 3 events.
Master Novice - Same as Novice but these participants are beginners who are 40 or over.
Mixed Relay Team - A relay team that consist of all Male and/or Female members (2 or 3 members).
NOTE: You may fit into one or more of the above categories, so whichever category you choose to compete in is completely your choice. Choose the category that you feel you would have the most fun competing in.
IOS NCTS Helpful Hints
Here are some helpful information regarding our series and things we do:
- Event Details are always posted the week of the event. This document can be viewed and printed out by clicking on the "Event Details" button on the top, right-hand side of the event page. This button will NOT appear until we post the document. READ this information. 99% of the questions we get at packet pick up are answered in this document, so the more information you read ahead of time, the quicker we can move people through the packet pick up process.
- A pre-event e-mail will be sent out the afternoon AFTER online registration has closed. We wait until we have all the registrations before sending this e-mail because we want to make sure everyone gets the information.
- We always post the Official Participant List with everyone's bib (race) number after online registration has closed, usually by the afternoon after registration closes.
- Get in the habit of checking this Official Participant List for your bib number. If you come to packet pick up with your Photo ID and USAT card (if applicable) out and ready to hand to us, and tell us your race number as you approach the table, packet pick up moves about 5 million times faster. Yes, it makes that much of a difference. If it takes you 5 minutes to find your ID, then that's 5 minutes that the people behind you have to wait.
- Everyone MUST show a photo ID at packet pick up, and you can NOT pick up anyone elses packet. This is a USAT rule that we must follow, so please do not ask and then get frustrated with our staff when the answer is no. We do not keep this information a secret. If you have a friend who is not competing, then you can pick up their shirt and any other swag they may have gotten, but you will not be given their numbers.
- If you get your shirt at packet pick up and are not happy with the size, then you will be able to exchange it BUT not until packet pick up ends event morning. We do this to make sure everyone gets the size they registered for first. Otherwise everyone would go to the same size, then we would run out of that size and the people that actually registered for it would not get it.
- Online registration always closes 3 days (72 hours) before the event. This is a system wide feature. This allows us enough time to begin to get everything prepped that we need to for the event. If there are still spots available after online registration has closed, then we will post this information and you will be able to register for the event at the posted packet pick up times. Any time you register for an event on-site, it is ALWAYS CASH OR CHECK ONLY.
- For pool swims, all participants that register on-site will be seeded amongst each other by 100-yard swim time and will begin after all the pre-registered athletes. We leave a LARGE time gap between the last pre-registered athlete and the first on-site sign up to make sure the pool is clear and no one is swimming over anyone else.
- ALWAYS check your swim time more than 2 weeks before the event. After 2 weeks, the system locks you out so no changes can be made, and there are many times that participants think they have entered an accurate swim time when they actually have not. So just always check it to be safe.
- Double check your race category. Remember events competed in as Novice and Relay do not count towards series points, and remember that the Open category is the ELITE category.
- Relax and have fun!
