Steamboat Triathlon

Sunday, August 28, 2011 8:00am
Lake Catamount

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Race Information

PRE RACE MEETING AND PACKET PICK-UP

Packet pick-up will be on Saturday, August 27th at Ski Haus in Steamboat Springs. If you are unable to pick up your packet on Saturday, please email Lance@withoutlimits.com no later than Sunday, August 21st to make other arrangements. You must bring your valid USA Triathlon card and a valid photo ID with you to packet pick up.  Mandatory pre-race meetings will be held at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.  Without Limits Staff will be on hand to discuss the race course and answer questions regarding USAT Sanctioned Rules, course safety, and general info.  Additionally, we will provide Volunteers with their t-shirts, goodie bags, and provide instruction for their assigned locations.

Directions to Packet Pickup
Ski Haus
1457 Pine Grove Road
Steamboat Springs, CO 80487

USAT Annual Members
If you're an annual USAT Member you must bring your valid USA Triathlon card and a valid photo ID with you to packet pick up!  

NON-USAT MEMBERS
If youre not a USAT Member then you already purchased the 1-day ($10) license when you registered and you're all set.  If you did a print and mail registration and forgot the $10 we have it in our records and you'll be able to pay the fee at packet pick-up.  Please remember a valid photo ID.  As per USAT rules you must pick up your packet as we're not allowed to release it to friends, husbands, wives, or relatives.

Relay Teams
All relay team members must arrive together in order to get their race numbers, chips and packets.  Please email no later than Sunday, August 23rd to make other arrangements.

Steamboat Triathlon Day Schedule – Sunday, August 29th
6:00 am  Transition Area Opens
6:30 – 7:30am  Athlete check-in, body marking, rack your bike
7:50am  Transition Area Closes
8:00am  Triathlon Start – First of 4 waves, 5 minutes apart
8:15am  4th & Final Wave Start
9:15am  Swim Course Closes
11:15am  Bike Course Closes
9:00am – 12:00pm  Post-race food, drinks & music
11:00am  Awards Ceremony
12:00pm  Run Course Closes

Race Numbers
You will receive three numbers at that Steamboat Triathlon packet pick up. The numbered sticker must be on the front of your bike helmet. A bicycle frame number must be attached to your bike where it can be seen by officials. The bib number must be worn on the front of your body during the entire run portion of the event. 

Body Marking
Body marking will take place on race morning prior to the race start in an area located just outside the transition area. You must be body marked before the transition area closes.

Transition Information
Transition area opens at 6:00 a.m.  Bikes will be racked at that time and any gear for the bike to run transition will be placed near your bike. There is no required bike check for the event. The transition area is closed to spectators.  After the race, transition crews will assist you in claiming your gear.  All bikes must be removed from the bike lot by 12:00pm. You must claim all your gear as you exit on race day. 

Wetsuits
Wetsuits will be permitted in accordance with USA Triathlon Rules & Regulations. Wetsuits are highly recommended! The water temperature is expected to be between 66-70 degrees in August.

Swim Course
Swim course: 1.5k

Surrounded by a million-and-a-half acres of National Forest and 12,000-foot-high mountains, Lake Catamount has been the location of Steamboat Triathlons for the last 5 years. Once you make your way through the majestic canyon of Rabbit Ears pass, you will see Catamount on your left sparkle in the sunlight among Yampa Valley's most picturesque locations. This 4,000-acre recreational preserve is dedicated to the continuation and enhancement of a 150-year-old tradition of ranching. The 1.5k swim will be a water start, waist deep, and you will be guided by buoys on the course. This is a wetsuit-legal race, with anticipated water temperatures from 66 to 70 degrees.

Bike Course
NEW IN 2011 OLYMPIC DISTANCE BIKE COURSE
Exit the transition area parking lot of Lake Catamount (near the boat ramp), going right on CR18/Pleasant View
Left on 131 toward Huspeth/County Road 14
Right on Huspeth/CR 14
Bear right on CR 14 (this is the start of  CR 35 and CR 14, a total of 3.9 miles from the transition area.)
Turn left on River Road and CR 14
Right on River Road  a beautiful stretch of road  until the turnaround at Howelsen Lodge parking lot, return back on CR14 then the  NEW Section [Right on Aspen Ridge Rd. where you'll wind your way up through the hillside with a gradual climb, followed by a gradual descent down the back side of Aspen Ridge rd, right turn back on CR14 and return to transition]

This is one of the most scenic Olympic Distance Bike Courses in the country, which features riding along the Yampa River, and offering spectacular views of the mountains that grace the area. There will be 2 Aid Stations along the way, as well as Police and Course Marshals.  USAT rules will apply. It is your responsibility to be familiar with all USAT regulations.

Run Course
The Steamboat Triathlon 10k run course is flat, fast, and extremely scenic!  The new 10k run will leave the transition area with a left on CR18-Pleasant View, and continue until taking a left on 18C. At 3.1 miles, there will be a turnaround, and you will run to the finish on this out-and-back route. Again, no major hills, and it is all paved. We will have 5 Aid Stations on the run, support at miles 1, 2, 3.1, 4.1, 5.1!

Transition
Without Limits triathlon staging areas are set up to ensure the safety and privacy of the racers and the security of their equipment. Please follow these guidelines: The Transition Area Opens at 6:00 am.  Race staff will close the transition area 10 minutes prior to the start of the 1st wave (7:50AM).  All Athletes must be out of the T/A by this time. Please Gauge your time accordingly! The transition area is strictly limited to racers only No family members, friends or coaches inside transition. Only registered athletes, race staff, volunteers and those credentialed for admission are allowed.  Racking your bike is on a first come first serve basis.  There will only be 4 bikes per bike rack allowing ample space for each athlete.  Any gear for your T1 (swim/bike) or T2 (bike/run) transition will be placed near your bike, please no bags near the fencing or at the end of transition racks.

Prizes and Awards
All prizes and awards are equal for female and male. Awards are given to the first, second and third place finishers in each age group as well as prizes from our sponsors. Prizes to the top three male and female finishers in each of the following age groups: 14-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+

Clydesdale/Athena Division
Males over 200lbs. and females over 150lbs. Prizes will be awarded to the top Clydesdale and Athena finishers. We will have a weigh-in at packet pick-up.

Teams
There are three divisions of teams in the Steamboat Triathlon: men’s, women’s, and coed. Teams of 2 or 3 competitors may race in the triathlon. Prizes will be awarded to the top team in each division.

Lost and Found
Our designated Lost and Found area is in the information/Volunteer Check-In tent. Please check there before leaving the Steamboat Triathlon if you have any missing items. All Lost and Found will be kept for one month following the event. After that time, they will be donated to a local charity.

Communication
Please stay tuned to the website, Facebook and Linked In for daily blogs and communication. Also, we will send out newsletter and Email updates to all registered participants. A final race update will be sent approximately 10 days prior to the race. Please keep us posted on any email update addresses that may affect you. Also, we welcome any comments or suggestions you may have, especially if you live in Steamboat! We are constantly striving to better the experience for everyone so keep in touch!

Volunteers
We have many positions available and your help will contribute towards making the Steamboat Triathlon a huge success! We could not run the race without the support of the many men, women, and youth who assist in the race, year after year.

Please e-mail Lance@Withoutlimits.com and we'll contact you within 24 hours. Positions available range from body markers, kayakers, lifeguards, Bike Course Marshalls, parking marshals, security, medical support, media, and many more. We look forward to talking to you! Minimum age for volunteers is 8, accompanied by a parent.

Once you volunteer a Without Limits event we consider you part of the family.  Volunteer 1x and you'll receive a discounted entry fee to a future Without Limits Event.  Volunteer 2x and you'll receive a free entry to a future Without Limits Event of your choice.

Directions to Lake Catamount
Lake Catamount is located on CR 18, nestled in a beautiful valley off of CR 131. Directions coming from Denver, take Hwy 40 traveling west, turn left on Hwy 131, then left on CR 18. The transition area will be on the left hand side, near the Lake House. Coming from the east, travel through downtown Steamboat, turn right on Hwy 131, then left on CR 18.

Parking Information
Upon entering into Lake Catamount at the intersection of the Transition Area, you will be directed to travel approximately ½ mile to a parking area on the right-hand side.  Please follow Volunteers instructions and do not park on the county road.  This road will be used as access for the run in/out and you will be towed if you park in this location.  Come prepared and put your gear in a backpack so you're able to walk the short jaunt to the transition area.  If you are a volunteer, please arrive early so you are able to park in this same location.  Absolutely no parking will be allowed at or near the clubhouse  this is the location for the bike in/out.

Doggies
We love our dogs!  However, for this year Lake Catamount has requested that your pets be left at home.  Also, it is dangerous to leave your pets in your vehicle while you race or are a spectator.  Please do not leave your pets in your automobile.  Temperatures have been known to increase into the 80s by late morning so take care of your pets and leave them at home.