When
Sunday February 22, 2009
8:00 AM
Where
Phoenix, AZ - McDowell Mountain Regional Park (North of Fountain Hills)
From central Phoenix, take Loop 202 east to Beeline Highway (SR 87). Continue northeast on SR 87 to Shea Blvd. Travel west on Shea Blvd. to Saguaro Blvd.; turn north. Continue through Town of Fountain Hills to Fountain Hills Blvd; turn right and travel four miles to the McDowell Mountain Regional Park entrance (park entry fee of $5.00). Go 6 miles on McDowell Mountain Park Drive. On race morning there will be signs and event staff directing you where to park. There is a $6.00 daily park fee (per vehicle) at McDowell Mountain Regional Park that is payable at the park entrance.
Race Distances
TriSports.com Desert Classic Duathlon
-3.5 mile run along a smooth desert trail
-21 mile paved road bike course on beautiful rolling hills
-2.7 mile trail run. Give it all you’ve got for the last push to the finish line.
Juniors Duathlon Challenge: Ages 15-19 Only
1.5 Mile Run
11 Mile Bike
1.5 Mile Run
- .4 mile Run
- 5 mile Bike
- .6 mile Run
Awards
$4,000 Pro/Elite purse. Elite awards 7 deep
Age group and team awards 3 deep in all categories
Divisions
Per USAT rules, the age group of a participant will be determined by age on Dec. 31 of the event year, not by age on race day
ADULT DUATHLON
-USAT Elite: Male and Female
-Male and Female: 15-19, 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+
-Clydesdale (200 lbs+): 17-39 and 40 and over.
-Athena (150 lbs.+): 17-39 and 40 and over.
-Male Relay, Female Relay and Mixed Relay teams.
Relay team members may not race individual as well.
JUNIORS DUATHLON CHALLENGE
Male and Female: 15-16, 17-19
Relay Male (15-19), Female Relay (15-19), Relay Mixed (15-19)
TRI-KIDS DUATHLON
Boys & Girls: 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14
A USAT Sanctioned Event
USA Triathlon is the national governing body for the sports of triathlon, duathlon, winter triathlon and aquathlon in the United States. Participation in a USAT sanctioned event means the event director has the proper permits in place, liability and athlete excess medical insurance coverage and the event plan has met the standard of organization required. USA Triathlon provides rules, guidance and governance to set the standard for safe and fair multi-sport races.
2008 Duathlon World Championship Qualifier
-The TriSports.com Desert Classic Duathlon has been named a 2008 Short Course Duathlon World Championship Qualifying Event by USA Triathlon (USAT). The event will serve as a way for athletes from across the
-The USA Triathlon World Championship Qualifier is governed by the USA Triathlon Rules and Regulations. All rules appear on the USAT website, www.usatriathlon.org Athletes should review all USA Triathlon rules prior to attending the event.
-All athletes participating in the event with the intent to qualify for the 2008 Short Course Duathlon World Championships must be an annual USAT member on or prior to race day. A USAT registration table will be set up at packet pick-up the day prior to the race and annual USAT memberships can be purchased there.
-Age groups will be in five year increments starting with 20-24 through 85+. Athletes must race in the age group that corresponds to their age on December 31st of the respective racing year.
2008 USAT Age Group National Championship
Qualification Standards
-Any athlete wishing to compete at the 2008 Age Group National Championship must qualify in their respective age group at a USAT-sanctioned event to race. This event is the only intermediate-distance triathlon for which athletes have to meet a strict qualification.
-Qualifying distances include: Intermediate/Olympic, Sprint, Long Distance Triathlon or Duathlon and Short Distance Duathlon. You may qualify in any of these specified distances; however, each athlete will compete in the intermediate-distance at the Age Group National Championship.
-Athletes can meet qualification at any USAT sanctioned event between July 1, 2007 and one week prior to 2008 Nationals (Date TBA).
-Special Qualifying and Regional Championship races will qualify the top 33 percent or top five finishers (whichever is greater) in each age group.
-Any non-championship USAT sanctioned event will qualify the top 10 percent or top finisher (whichever is greater) in each age group.
-Any athlete who has ever competed as a member of Team
-All-American and honorable mention All-Americans from the 2007 USAT National Rankings automatically qualify.
-The top 10 finishers in each age group from the 2007 USAT Age Group National Championship automatically qualify.
-Once qualification is met, athletes do not need to do anything special except indicate where they met qualification on the Age Group National Championship race application. There will be no other steps required. You will not receive a notification from USAT on your qualification as each athlete is responsible for submitting their own race application with their qualification race listed.
-USA Triathlon will do an audit of those who have met qualification shortly after the receipt of the race application. If an athlete does not get a written request for more information within two weeks of submission of the race application, the athlete can rest assured that the entry has been accepted. From there, the athlete's name will appear on the participant list.
Volunteer Raffle
Team USA FAQ'S
Schedule
Course preview ride/run - TBD
Join the Phoenix Triathlon Club at McDowell Mountain Regional Park for a workout that will include running both of the run courses followed by a bike ride on the duathlon bike course. Race director will be on had to answer questions about the race, transition area and the course. Meet at the race transition area / North Trail. Map There is a $6 park entry fee per vehicle.
Saturday February 21, 2009
10:00 AM-4:00 PM Packet Pick-up and on-site registration at Bicycle Showcase
Bicycle Showcase is located on the southeast corner of Scottsdale Rd. and Shea Blvd.
7229 E. Shea Blvd. Scottsdale, AZ 85260 480-998-2776
Map to Bicycle Showcase
1:00 PM Course preview meeting at Race Venue with Race Director
Sunday February 22, 2009
6:00 AM Transition area opens
7:30 AM Transition area closes
8:00 AM Juniors Race Start - Wave 1
8:15 AM Adutl Duathlon Race Start - Wave 1
10:30 AM Tri-Kids Duathlon
11:00 AM Awards Ceremony and Raffle giveaway
The TriSports.com Desert Classic Duthlon has become one of the valley's favorite multi-sport events, in large part, because of the great volunteers that help put on the race.
Volunteers are needed on race day Sunday February 22, 2009 from 6am-10:30am. Volunteer jobs include: man aid stations, direct traffic, point athletes in the right direction, parking, body marking, transition area, etc. It's fun, rewarding and motivating!
If you want to volunteer,we could use your your help.
Contact: RaceDirector@DesertClassicDuatlon.com with your Name, e-mail address and phone number.
Prizes raffled at post race ceremony. Each entry into the race receives one free ticket (in your goody bag). Additional raffle tickets may also be purchased for $1 apiece or 6 for $5. You may purchase additional tickets at packet pickup on Saturday or at the park on race day. Proceeds from the raffle are used for youth education programs in the Maricopa County Parks and for PTC programs and activities.
Race Numbers
You will receive a race bib and a bike helmet number at packet pick-up on Satruday before the race. Wear you race bib number on the front of your shirt of shorts. Your number must be visible to checkpoint recorders at all times. You will also recieve a bike helmet number. The bike helmet number must be affixed to the front of your bike helmet. You may not be scored at the finish line unless your number is visible when you cross the finish line. Participant numbers cannot be transferred or exchanged as they are assigned to specific age/sex categories.
Chip Timing
NOTE: Timing chips will be distributed on race morning at the race venue.
You MUST have your race bib in hand to receive a timing chip on race morning.
No race bib - No chip.
Timing chips will only be distributed on race morning at the expo area near the finish line. Attach the timing chip to your ankle with the provided strap. Your time will not be recorded unless your timing chip is attached when you cross the finish line.
Your timing chip will be detached by race personnel at the end of the race and must not be removed by any participant prior to the finish. Participants must not RE-CROSS the finish line for any reason after competing the race. This will trigger the reading of an erroneous time. Start in your assigned wave or risk not being scored. Participant numbers and/or timing chips cannot be transferred or exchanged as they are assigned to specific age/sex categories. Participants who do not return their timing chip will be charged $85.00.
Relay teams will be issued one timing chip per team. Relay teams must hand off the timing chip and strap before exiting the transition area.
CEP Timing is the official timing and scoring company of the TriSports.com Desert Classic Duathlon. In addition to the race web site, race results will be posted on: www.ceptiming.com CEP Answer line: 480-315-1321
Aid station details
Aid stations will be stocked with water and Orange Gatorade.
Run #1 (3.5 Miles): Aid Station at mile 1.75 of the first run (Water Only)
Bike (21 Miles): No Aid Station
Transition Area: Aid Station immediately after exiting T2 (Water & Gatorade)
Run #2 (2.7 Miles): Aid Station (repeated, so you will use it twice on the second run) at mile .6 and mile 2.1
Post race food and refreshments
Check back for details
Rules
Duathlon is an individual event and it is the athlete's responsibility to fully understand the rules and avoid penalties. The TriSports.com Desert Classic Duathlon is a USAT sanctioned, non drafting event. USAT officials will be on the course to enforce the USAT competitive rule set. The official's ruling is final in the case of Position Violations and there are no protests or appeals.
Bike helmets are mandatory. You will not be allowed out of the transition area with out a helmet. ANSI approved cycling helmet must be fastened before mounting bike and worn through entire bike course. The bike course is open to light vehicular traffic. Obey all traffic laws, police, and park officials on the course.
For the safety of yourself and the other participants I-pods, mp3 players, walkmans, radios or any other musical devices are strictly prohibited and may be grounds for disqualification.
Click on the link below to view the complete USAT competitive rules.
http://www.usatriathlon.org/upload/pdfs/usat_rules_download.pdf
USA Triathlon Most Commonly Violated Rules and Penalties
Medical
General medical information coming soon
Respiratory/Asthma - If you have a history of breathing difficulties or experience wheezing when exposed to certain allergens, please consult your physician about possible preventative measures.
Special Conditions - If you have unique medical concerns (allergies, unusual or chronic medical problems, etc.), bring those to the attention of the race staff. If you have a Medical Alert badge, please wear it.
Bike Shipment
Bicycle Showcase is the official bike shop of the TriSports.com Desert Classic Duathlon. If you are traveling to the Phoenix area for the race and want to avoid the hassle of checking your bike with the airlines give the folks at Bicycle Showcase a call. Their shop is conveniently located in Scottsdalem AZ on the Corner of East Shea Blvd. and Scottsdale Rd. and their bike shipping service includes a free bike check-over once it arrives at their shop. Mention the Desert Classic Duathlon and get a 10% discount on their professiona bike fitting service. Contact Cameron Null for details on how Bicycle Showcase can assist you in shipping your bike Phoenix for the race.
Bicycle Showcase
7229 E. Shea Blvd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
480-998-2776
Map to Bicycle Showcase
If you are traveling to the Phoenix area for the race and plan on checking your bicycle with the airlines, you will NOT be allowed to pack CO2 (compressed air) with you bike. Be prepared to purchase CO2 cannisters the day prior to the race.
You can purchase CO2 at Bicycle Showcase which will serve as the packet pickup location on Saturday February 21 OR at the TriSports.com tent on race morning at the race expo at McDowell Mountain Regional Park.
Delay of Race / Race Cancellation
In the unlikely event the race is delayed due to adverse weather conditions, the starting time of the event will be moved back accordingly at the discretion of the race director. The race will not be delayed longer than one hour. If the delay is longer than one hour the race will be canceled. The race director has the authority to cancel the race. If cancellation of the race is initiated at any time, please follow instructions of race officials and local law enforcement personnel. Your entry fee is not refundable if the event is canceled.
Printable Athlete Information Guide
Printable Athlete Information Guide coming soon
