Registration Course Info Divisions Final Race Info Volunteers Results
September 14, 2008
Triathlon Start Time: 8:00 a.m. Winding Trails, Farmington
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Sunday, September 14 is this year's special event – our Women’s Triathlon at Winding Trails, Farmington.
The sprint distance tri, conducted in a friendly non-intimidating environment, caters to women of all abilities and ages. Participants will swim a 1/2 mile loop in the Winding Trails lake, cycle 12 miles through the quiet roads of Farmington and Avon and then enjoy a flat 5K run through the wide dirt trails in Winding Trails.
If you’ve never participated in a triathlon, this Women’s Triathlon is for you. Come along and experience a supportive and friendly environment for beginners, and competition for the experienced triathletes. |
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| PREVIEWS |
| Participants interested in previewing the facilities at Winding Trials before race day can do so on September TBA and not before. HMF does not have permission to use this facility other than the specified dates. Please do not jeopardize the event returning to this fabulous facility by not adhering to the rules. Thank you. |
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The Women’s Triathlon will benefit the Winding Trails Fund which is an independent, non-profit, organization serving people from Farmington and surrounding communities by providing year round recreational and educational activities for the enjoyment and growth of families and individuals of all ages. It provides less fortunate children in our community with a chance to attend summer camp. Plus, it provides nature awareness, research, and ongoing environmental improvements to the forests and waterways of Winding Trails. |
| TRIATHLON TUNE UP PROGRAM |
Looking for a change of pace in your workouts? Need a new fitness challenge?
Interested in training with a group? Tri a Triathlon! Check out the Jill B Nimble training options TBA.
Online: Register here.
Online registration will close on Thursday, September 11, 2008.
Please see Alternate Ways to Register below.
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Super Savings
(until June 28)
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On & After
June 29
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Late Fee
On & After
Sept 7 |
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Individual |
$65 |
$75 |
$85 |
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Relay Team
/ member |
$40 |
$45 |
$50 |
| 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.
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Relay Teams:
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The Women's 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 Women's Triathlon 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 participating 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 WOMEN'S 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, September 6, 2008.
In Person Registration and Packet Pickup:
(including shirt, race bib, timing chip and goodie bag):
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Friday, September 12: 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Pig Iron, 2277 Main Street, Glastonbury CT
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Saturday, September 13: 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 pm.
Winding Trails, Farmington CT
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Sunday, September 14: 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.
Race start at Winding Trails
Dri-Release shirts have a moisture wicking fabric – same commemorative design but printed on premium quality fabric ideal for workouts. Don't be disappointed! Order your dri release in advance. Just $18!
There are plenty of savings opportunities on registration in 2008. Women's Triathlon participants can Bring-A-Newbie and sign up at the same time for greater savings. Take a look at the 2008 Discounts Page to see how you can benefit.
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Final Race Information - Women's Triathlon - - (posted one week prior to event).
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Lakeside Party
Our post race party lets you stick your toes in the sand and take a refreshing dip in the lake. The menu includes yummy biscuits with fresh late-season summer fruits, Dunkin Donuts bagels and mufins, seasonal specialties from Whole Foods Market and a visit to our own ice cream truck.
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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 Most Commonly Violated Rules
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Race Amenities:
- USAT sanctioned race including
USAT officials and marshals
- Goody bags filled with goodies from our sponsors
- Raffles from Pig Iron Sports, Dick's Sporting Goods, Panera Breads and FuelBelt
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Plus,
- Accurate and safe race course
- Motorcycle & medical support
- Best volunteers and staff anywhere
- Custom desgined multi-color t-shirt
- Finishers memento and custom awards
- Delicious, healthy post-race buffet
- Complimentary post-race massage
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| Winding Trails is located off Route 4 in Farmington CT |
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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 or call (860) 652-8866 |
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Winning Time chip 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 Women's Triathlon event is being timed by the Winning Time chip timing system and this system cannot read your personal chip. As a result, athletes can only use the chip provided by the promoters. We apologize for the inconvenience. |
CATEGORIES:
Female Age Group
Athena (women 150+ lbs.)
Teams
AGE GROUP DIVISIONS:
5 - year age groups from 16-80+
AWARDS ARE PRESENTED TO:
Top three overall female finishers
Top three female finishers in each age group
Top team
Top three Clydesdale and Athena
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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