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STAMFORD KIC IT TRIATHLON
Olympic distance triathlon to benefit Kids in Crisis
Sunday, June 29, 2008
Start Time: 6:30 am
1.5K Swim 40K Bike 10K Run
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Welcome to the exciting new Stamford KIC IT Triathlon,
an Olympic distance staged completely in the city of Stamford.
This event, which benefits Kids in Crisis, is destined to become one of the country’s most exciting urban multisport events. With great restaurants, shopping and accommodations just steps from the finish line, the Stamford KIC IT Triathlon has something for both athletes and their families and makes a perfect weekend destination race.
The race is limited to 500 entries. Don’t miss out! Register today!
The SWIM begins and ends at Cummings Beach Park and is a .9 mile triangular course in Long Island Sound, sheltered by Shippan Point to the east and Cove Beach to the north.
The 24.8 mile BIKE is diverse, has gradual climbs, fast downhills and demands your attention. You will begin with a loop along the water through breathtaking Shippan Point, whiz through the corporate canyon of downtown Stamford amidst towering office buildings and then head into the beautiful wooded terrain of North Stamford. An exciting transition awaits you back in downtown Stamford at Columbus Park, in the heart of the restaurant district.
The 10K (6.2 mile) RUN is a 2-loop course through downtown Stamford.
Relay Teams: The Stamford KIC IT Triathlon can be entered as a relay team of 2-3 members; each completing 1 or 2 of the event legs. Team members register individually and team captains are responsible for insuring registrations are complete. Team members exchange the timing chip inside the transition area. A great way to share the competition with family or friends! Read registration details below.
The entire course was designed for great viewing. Spectators can grab a front row seat in Columbus Park to see the early stages of the bike, the excitement of transition #2 and the spectacular finishline. Postrace festivities include food, drink, awards, music and expo.
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Are you looking to get fit while also helping those in need? Here is your opportunity.
Proceeds from this triathlon will benefit Kids in Crisis, the only agency in Connecticut providing comprehensive crisis care and prevention services for children of all ages. We anticipate 500 athletes and many more spectators for the triathlon and the exciting post-race street festival with music, refreshments and family entertainment.
Since 1978, Kids in Crisis has helped families and children from all walks of life and from all economic backgrounds to cope with abuse, homelessness, neglect and more. As the region’s only free, emergency crisis counseling and residential facility for infants, children and teens, Kids in Crisis gives each child comprehensive care. In addition to temporary emergency shelter, Kids in Crisis provides Fairfield County with several community outreach programs designed to help families before the crisis point. |
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Join Honorary Co-chairs Stamford Mayor Dannel P. Malloy and Connecticut Lieutenant Governor Michael Fedele as we kick-off the first annual Stamford KIC IT… Triathlon !
Big thanks to our sponsors and the City of Stamford for all the support! |
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Fundraising Incentives:
- If you pledge to raise funds for Kids in Crisis, your registration in the Stamford KIC IT Triathlon includes an all-inclusive membership to Sportsplex between March 1 and June 29 (race day). Sportsplex is located at 49 Brown House Rd, Stamford CT
- Participants can also earn a dri-release upgrade or a bike jersey. Learn more ....
How to Fundraise:
- Use the link below if you are registering by paper an ING Hartford Marathon event and want to fundraise.
- Use the link below if you have already registered and answered "no" to the fundraising question.
- If you have not registered and plan on registering online, you will be asked a question about fundraising at the end of the registration process - answer "yes" and you will be automatically linked to Active Giving after checking out.
- Use our ActiveGving Help Document (809k PDF) for easy to follow steps on how to Get Started, Send Emails, Manage Address Book, Create/Edit Templates and View Reports.
Active Giving Link: www.active.com/donate/kidsincrisis |
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Registration also includes four group clinics (Nutrition for Athletes, Swim Clinic, Outdoor Run Clinic and Cycling Clinic) with Peter Berrisford leading up to race day. Peter is a former Navy S.E.A.L. and has competed in 18 Ironman competitions. He specializes in ultra endurance & adventure racing/training.
The second free clinic will be on Thursday, May 22 from Noon-1 p.m. Click here to download the flyer (115k PDF).
(Remaining clinic dates TBA – notification of clinic dates will be e-mailed to participants when available). |
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Online registration closes at 8 a.m. on Thursday, June 26, 2008.
Please see below for Alternate Ways to Register.
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Super Savings
(until March 14) |
On & after
March 15 |
Late Fee:
(on & after June 1) |
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Solo Member |
$85 |
$95 |
$110 |
Relay Team
(per member) |
$40 |
$45 |
$55 |
Aqua Bike
(solo) |
$50 |
$60 |
$70 |
USAT One-Day
License |
$10 |
$10 |
$10 |
AGE REQUIREMENT: You must be 16 to participate in the swim or bike portions of the event. If you are younger than 16, you may do the run portion as a team member.
Relay Teams: The Stamford KIC IT Triathlon can be entered as a relay team of 2-3 members; each completing 1 or 2 of the event legs. Team members exchange the timing chip inside the transition area. A great way to share the competition with family or friends!!
"1-Day-Only" USA Triathlon Membership: $10.00 per person.
The Stamford KIC IT Triathlon event is a USA Triathlon sanctioned event. In order to participate participants are required to be a member. Applications for full-fledged USA Triathlon memberships (at a cost of $39.) will be available at race time or can be obtained by calling USA Triathlon at (719) 597-9090. (Recommended for athletes participatiing in more than 3 triathlon/duathlon events per year.)
Mail/Fax: (no confirmation is sent)
The
2008 Multi-Event Entry PDF Form is available on the
Printable Forms page.
Relay Teams: Teams must provide a completed and signed application for each member, mailed together with payment in the same envelope. Photocopies of the entry form are acceptable. Team fee includes 1-Day-Only USA Triathlon Membership (required for insurance purposes).
DEADLINE FOR STAMFORD KIC IT TRIATHLON - Print, complete and mail or fax according to instructions on the form. Payment may be made by credit card or check (made payable to HMF). Paper copies must by postmarked or faxed by - Saturday, June 21, 2008.
In Person Registration and Packet Pickup:
(including shirt, race bib, timing chip and goodie bag):
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Friday, June 27: 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Sportsplex, 49 Brown House Road, Stamford CT (203.358.0066)
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Saturday, June 28: 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sportsplex, 49 Brown House Road, Stamford CT (203.358.0066)
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Sunday, June 29 - (Race Day): No Race Day Registration
Pre-Registered runners will be able to pickup their race packet on race morning beginning at 5:00 a.m.
Upgrade Your T-shirt to a Dri Release!
Dri-Release shirts have a moisture wicking fabric – same commemorative design but printed on premium quality fabric ideal for workouts.
Kids in Crisis is offering participants a chance to earn a free upgrade. Participants who raise a minimum of $350 will be eligible for a free dri-release shirt. Athletes who raise a minimum of $700 will receive a free bike jersey. Or, you can purchase in advance a dri release shirt for $18 or a bike jersey for $50! Select the appropriate option when completing your registration.
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Final Race Instructions &
Swim Wave Assignments
- Stamford Kic IT Triathlon -
(posted one week prior to event)
Articles to help prepare for this event:
Proper Hydration For
Distance Running |
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AGE REQUIREMENT: You must be 16 to participate in the swim or bike portions of the event. If you are younger than 16, you may do the run portion as a team member.
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USA Triathlon Rules
The race will be officiated by USA Triathlon. All rules will be enforced, especially, bar ends must be plugged. Any bike without bar ends plugged will not be allowed to race. Be prepared. Plugs are easy to get at your bike shop.
USAT Ccommonly Violated Rules |
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Course Details: Updated 5/12/08
1 mile swim, 24.8-mile bike, 6.2 mile run.
The Stamford KIC IT Triathlon is an olympic distance race. |
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Swim Course
The swim and transition #1 will be located at Cummings Beach Park. This is a change to the original course description. Cummings Beach offers a larger venue for transition and a more expansive swim area. |
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Bike Route
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Exit Transition (T1) via Cummings Beach Road to exit.
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Left on Shippan
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Left on Ocean Drive East
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Left on Sea Beach Drive
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Right on Hobson Street
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Left on Ocean Drive East
- Cross over Shippan onto Ocean Drive West
- Left on Shippan
- Bear right to continue on Shippan at intersection with Harbor Dr
- Straight thru intersection with Elm Street (you will continue on Shippan) Watch for quick left turn coming up!
- Left on Frederick
- Right on Myrtle
- Left on Main (Rte. 1)
- Bear Left on Tresser Blvd. (this continues as Rte 1 with a name change to Tresser Blvd) (busy intersection)
- Right on Washington (outbound bike travel will stay in southbound lane on west side of street)
- Left on Bridge
- Left on Stillwater
- Right on Palmer Hill
- Immediate Right on Westover (begin gradual 5 mile climb
- Continue straight onto Riverbank (Westover becomes Riverbank) (Road becomes narrow and twisted; no shoulders - use caution!)
- Left on Erskine
- Right on Long Ridge (fast, busy road with long, downhill straighaways)
- Right on Cold Spring
- Continue onto Washinton (inbound bike travel will stay on left southbound lane)
- Left on Main to Transition (T2) in Columbus Park
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Run Route: Washington Blvd. is closed to traffic. All other roads used for the run are open to traffic. Runners will be given one lane and must stay to the right at all times.
- Exit Transition (T2) and turn right onto Washington Blvd. (runners will use northbound lanes of Washington)
- North on Washington Blvd
- Right on Long Ridge
- Right on Summer
- Right on Broad to Washington for 2nd loop
- Finish is straight on Summer to Columbus Park
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Stamford KIC IT Triathlon
Course Maps:
on 5-12-2008
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Course Amenities:
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This race is timed using the Champion Chip system.
For more information visit
Super Race Systems.
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Fluids (water, carbo-fluid) located at 4 locations throughout run course. Fluids at start/finish and transition. Carbo-gel at Transition 2. One bike bottle exchange offered on bike course at mile 12.
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Portalets at start/finish/transitions/run course.
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Post-race celebration
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Easy access to I-95 - details pending
Stamford Community - Traffic Alert |
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Cumming Park Beach |
TBA
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Volunteers are always needed at every event. All volunteers receive an official race t-shirt, refreshments and great times!
Call the race office to sign up your volunteers or send us an email at info@hartfordmarathon.com or call (860) 652-8866 |
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ChampionChip is worn on Velcro strap on the ankle and will be distributed at packet pick-up. Chip must be returned at the finish line.
$30 fee for unreturned chip.
Do you own a USA Triathlon logo branded ChampionChip?
This chip can only be used at events that are being timed using the ChampionChip system. The Stamford KIC It Triathlon event is being timed by ChampionChip timing system. Therefore, athletes may use their own personal chip. Please notify the HMF Registration Manager if you plan on wearing your own personal ChampionChip - registration@hartfordmarathon.com
- DO NOT forget your chip on Race Day. NO CHIP. NO TIME.
- Chips are non-transferable and MUST be worn only by the participant to whom it is assigned.
- The ChampionChip must be secured to your running shoes by the provided Velcro strip or Zip tie.
- The Chip must be attached to your running shoe in order for the chip to be readable.
- DO NOT attach any metal to the same shoe (i.e. car key).
- DO NOT run with the chip in your hand or any place other than on your shoe. .
- If you drop out of the race, DO NOT cross the finish line with your chip attached to your shoe. Remove the chip and hold it at chest height if you do have to cross the finish mats.
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CATEGORIES:
Male Age Group
Female Age Group
Clydesdale (men 200+ lbs.)
Athena (women 150+ lbs.)
Teams (Male, Female, Mixed)
AGE GROUP DIVISIONS:
5 - year age groups from 16-80+
AWARDS ARE PRESENTED TO:
Top three overall male and female finishers
Top three male and female finishers in each age group
Top team in each category
Top three Clydesdale and Athena
Corporate Team Challenge – Awards to top 3 fastest teams (based on lowest cumulative score of top 3 finishers) and award to team with most participants and highest fundraising.
No "double dipping"
Efforts will be made to post the results in this section by 5 p.m. on race day.
Results are also posted at www.coolrunning.com
If you think there's an error with your results, please email beth@hartfordmarathon.com within 48 hours of the race.
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A Pasta Dinner will be served at Bank Street Banquet Facility on June 28th beginning at 4:30pm. Load up on carbs while meeting up with your fellow athletes.
Fundraising athletes – FREE
All other athletes - $20
Family members - $20 (adults) / $10 (children) |
Please make your reservations with Adrene Cory at 203-327-KIDS or acory@kidsincrisis.org – (you must RSVP in advance to attend this event).
This dinner made possible by Linda Kavanaugh, Maximum Exposure and Bank Street Banquet Facility