*Luray Triathlon-International

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Luray Triathlon-International 2009

Event #14 of the Virginia Triathlon Series

Time:: 8:00 AM
Date:: Saturday, August 15, 2009
Place:: Luray, VA
Distance:: 1500 Meter Swim
25 Mile Bike
10K Run

Status:: Closed
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Description

2010 Event date will be announced by December 1, 2009

The specific date and time for online registration for the 2010 event will also be announced on December 1, 2009.

The Luray Triathlon is set in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the beautiful town of Luray. A two loop swim in pristine Lake Arrowhead gets athletes ready for the 25 mile bike through the woods and farms of the Shenandoah Valley. The 10K is an out and back with rolling hills and all on the roads of Page County.

Come to Luray with its 300+ acres of award-winning parkland and spend some time exploring the downtown and seeing what the Shenandoah Valley has to offer!

Affiliated Charities

This event benefits United Way of Page County.

Each year, in appreciation for the support of the local Luray and Page County communities in hosting the event, the Luray Triathlon gives back a portion of the race proceeds to benefit the local communities.

In 2008 the Luray Triathlon donated more than $8,000 to community organizations that supported the event including: Luray Volunteer Rescue Squad, Stanley Volunteer Rescue Squad, Shenandoah Volunteer Rescue Squad and Quest for the Stars in addition to a special $1,000 donation to help build a new skate park for kids in Luray. In 2007 the Luray Triathlon raised more than $4,000 for Choices, Council on Domestic Violence for Page County, Inc in addition to the above public service organizations.

In 2009, the United Way of Page County will be the primary beneficiary. The sole function of the United Way of Page County is to raise money for their 11 service and non-profit Partner Agencies. We decided on the United Way of Page County because of their broad reach to many deserving organizations in the community and the fact that every penny of the money raised by the United Way of Page County stays in Page County.

Please consider making an extra donation at time of registration to benefit local community organizations.

This year we will also be offering 25 special Community Slots for each race. 100% of the proceeds from the Community Slots will go directly to the United Way of Page County.

News

Race Prep Clinics & Open Water Swim Clinics
Race Prep & Open Water Swim Clinic on August 8 in Luray, VA. Geared toward beginner and novice triathletes, these clinics will help you prepare for any sprint or international distance triathlon. The Race Prep Clinic includes detailed course discussion; a lifeguard supervised open water swim in beautiful Lake Arrowhead; and a chance to ride and run the scenic bike and run courses. The Open Water Swim Clinic includes the swimming portion only. Click HERE for more information.

Event Site Rules

Race Cap: 600 Athletes

Event Cut Off Time: All athletes must complete this event in under 4 hours. If it appears that an athlete will not make the cut off time race management reserves the right to pull the athlete from the course.

Packet Pickup

Friday: 3PM - 7PM
Location: Appalachian Outdoors Adventures
www.appalachianoutdoorsadventures.com
18 East Main St
Luray, VA 22835
540-743-7400

Saturday 6-7:30AM @ the race site

Race Site Address: 725 Lake Arrowhead Rd - Luray, VA 22835

Note: Participants must collect his/ her own event packets. 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).

Lodging Information

A Cottage to Remember
128 South Court Street
Luray, VA 22835
540-743-5873

Mimslyn Inn
401 West Main Street
Luray, VA 22835
Phone: 800-296-5105
Special pasta dinner for athletes on race weekend!

Shadow Mountain Escape
1132 Jewell Hollow Road
Luray, VA
540-843-0584
Cabin rentals 2.5 miles from race site!

Woodruff Inns
138 East Main Street
Luray, VA 22835
540-743-1494
20% discount on rates for athletes!

Darryl Haley's Villa Bella Vista Inn
50 Cottage Drive
Luray, Virginia 22835
Phone: 540-843-4800

Shenandoah Woods
1057 US Highway 211 West
Luray, VA 22835
Phone: 540-860-1099

Allstar Lodging Vacation Cabin Rentals
803 East Main Street
Luray, VA 22835
1-866-760-STAR

Pet Lodging:
Mystic Pet Resort & Spa
1775 Bixlers Ferry Rd. (Rt 675)
Luray, VA 22835
Phone: 540-743-5004

Contact the Luray Chamber of Commerce for additional hotel information: 540-743-3915 or 540-743-4530.

Be sure to mention you are racing the triathlon!

Policies and Refunds

REFUND POLICY
This event is sold out! We are no longer offering refunds or transfers at this time.

50% of your entry fee will be refunded until July 31, 2009 or until the event has filled (which ever comes first). No refunds will be issued for any reason after July 31, 2009. Event entries are not transferable between persons, events or years. 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.

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.

LURAY TRANSFER POLICY
Should you want to switch from the International to the Sprint you will need to re-register online for the Sprint and then request a refund for the International. There is a $25 administrative fee to do this. This applies ONLY to the Luray triathlons and is only possible up until 2 weeks out from the event or one of the events fills. Once either event fills or we are within 2 weeks transfers and refunds will no longer be allowed.

Purchase Event Photos

Your Official Race Photos by Jenny Ruley Photography can be found HERE.

Volunteer

Volunteers are the lifeblood of any successful event. If you would like to volunteer for this race just click on the link below and we will put you to work! Click HERE to see a listing of typical volunteer jobs.

Results

2009

2008

2007

2006

Top 3 in each of the following categories:

Overall (M & F)
Masters Overall (M & F 40+)
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 - 200 Lbs)
Masters Clydesdales
Athenas (Females - 150 Lbs +)
Novice (M&F)
Relay Teams (One Category)

VTS rules state that once you compete in a particular event category, you must remain in that same category for all future VTS events in that calendar year.

The Luray Triathlon is the designated 2009 Virginia Best of the U.S. Qualifier Race. The Top 3 resident amateur finishers will receive awards, and the first place man and woman are invited to represent Virginia at the 2009 National Championship on September 27. Team Virginia will compete for individual and Fastest State Team awards. Follow their progress at bestoftheustriathletes.com.