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The 2010 Amica 19.7 Sprint Triathlon Series
The National Sprint Distance Series announced last year returns in 2010 with an expanded race schedule, a new name and a new uniform distance of 19.7 miles. The series will now be called the Amica 19.7 Sprint Triathlon Series. The new name commemorates the year the title sponsor, Amica Insurance was founded (1907) and represents the new uniform total distance of a sprint triathlon in the series, 19.7 miles.
Each event in the Amica 19.7 Sprint Triathlon Series will consist of a half-mile swim, a 16.1-mile bike ride and a 3.1-mile run. The 2010 Amica 19.7 Sprint Triathlon Series kicks off in May with the Amica TexasMan Triathlon in Dallas, Texas, and concludes in November with the Amica 19.7 Phoenix.
The 2010 Amica 19.7 Triathlon Series includes the following races and is open to all participants, amateurs and pros alike:
• Amica TexasMan Triathlon (May 16, 2010 - Denton, TX)
• Amica 19.7 Newport (TBD - Middletown, RI)
• Amica 5430 Sprint Triathlon (June 20, 2010 - Boulder, CO)
• Amica Mid-Summer Triathlon (August 1, 2010 - Fairview, OR)
• Amica 19.7 Triathlon at Stumpy Creek (August, 8, 2010 - Mooresville, NC)
• Amica 19.7 Hartford (August, 22, 2010 - Hartford, CT)
• Amica 19.7 Tellico Sprint Triathlon (July 18, 2010 - Knoxville, TN)
• Amica 19.7 Boston (August 27, 2010 - Boston, MA)
• Amica Lake Las Vegas Triathlon (September 11, 2010 - Henderson, NV)
• Amica 19.7 Phoenix (November 7, 2010 - Peoria, AZ)
Online registration is currently open for all 2010 races in the Amica 19.7 Sprint Triathlon Series (except the 2 new ones that haven't been finalized). For additional details see the Amica 19.7 Triathlon Series website: www.amicatriseries.com
(FEB:2010)
tags: sprint distance, triathlon series, triathlons in north america
Ironman 70.3 Monaco becomes TriStar111 Monaco Triathlon
After five years under the Ironman 70.3 umbrella, his Serene Highness Prince Albert II, the Monaco Government and the Monegasque Triathlon Federation have decided to switch to the successful new TriStar label from StarEvents.
Triathlon: TriStar111 Monaco
When: Saturday, September 5, 2010
Where: Monaco
Divisions: Age Group, Relay
Website: www.tristar111monaco.com
A TriStar111 consists of a 1km Swim, 100km Bike and 10km Run, for a grand total of 111km, thus the TriStar111 name.
The 1km swim takes place in the Larvotto Bay, just off the Larvotto Beach in the Southeast of the Principality. The 100km bike leg will take athletes out of Monaco heading to Roquebrune and up the steep Mountains of the hinterland. Breathtaking views and picturesque villages of the bike ride have always been the centerpiece of the triathlon in Monaco, and TriStar111 Monaco will take athletes to the most stunning places. The 10km run will be accomplished in two and a half loops on the world famous Formula 1 circuit featuring the Tunnel, the Port, the Gardens of the Casino and the hairpin bends. The inaugural TriStar event in Monaco will have a maximum of 1000 participants.
Registration is currently open for the new TriStar111 Monaco event set to take place in September, see the event website: www.tristar111monaco.com for details
(FEB:2010)
tags: long distance triathlon, triathlons in europe, triathlons in monaco
New Ironman 70.3 event added to the Schedule, Ironman 70.3 Japan
Triathlon: Ironman 70.3 Japan
When: Sunday, September 19, 2010
Where: Centrair Airport, Tokoname, Japan
Divisions: Professional, Age Group
Website: www.ironman703.jp
Ironman 70.3's Asian expansion continues with the announcement of the newest race in the series, Ironman 70.3 Japan. This brings the number of Ironman 70.3 race in the series to 40 and would be the 5th race in Asia.
The new race is scheduled for September 19, 2010 and will take place in Tokoname, Japan. Situated near the city of Nagoya in the Aichi Prefecture, Japan's fourth largest city, the race unfolds in the Tokoname City precinct surrounding the Centrair International Airport, a spacious and scenic area south of the city.
The Centrair International Airport will act as the hub of the race course that will traverse Tokoname City and surrounding environs. The event expo, race office and awards banquet will be located inside the airport terminal itself, offering a unique Ironman 70.3 experience for athletes and fans alike.
The new Ironman 70.3 Japan race will features 25 qualifying slots to the 2010 Ironman World Championship 70.3 in Clearwater, FL on November 13, 2010. Registration opens Monday, March 15 at www.ironman703.jp, with the entry fee set at JPY40,000 or about $440 USD.
(FEB:2010)
New Washington DC Triathlon Announced, Takes Place in June
The producers of The Nation’s Triathlon have announced a new event set to take place in the nation’s capital, Washington, DC. The inaugural Washington DC Triathlon will take place on Sunday, June 20, 2010. The triathlon event will feature Sprint and Olympic distance courses that wind through DC’s monumental corridors with a spectacular finish along Pennsylvania Avenue.
Triathlon: Washington DC Triathlon
When: Sunday, June 20th, 2010
Where: Washington, District of Columbia, USA
Divisions, Age Group, Newbie Challenge
Distances: Olympic, Sprint
Website: www.dctri.com
The races will start in West Potomac Park along the banks of the Potomac River and will finish on Pennsylvania Avenue. The Sprint distance will consist of a 800me Swim, 20km Bike and 6.7km Run. The Olympic distance triathlon will feature a 1.5km Swim in the Potomac River, 40km Bike course along DC’s most scenic parkways and a 10km run through Washington’s monumental corridor. The event will feature the Newbie Challenge, a race within a race to compete against those completing their first ever triathlon.
“We are incredibly pleased to bring a second triathlon to our city, which not only boasts the nation’s top triathlete Mayor but also features two unparalleled courses that offer swimming, biking and running tours of DC’s most spectacular monuments and national treasures. No where else in the world can competitors trace the footsteps of America’s history while competing alongside the nation’s best.” - Charles Brodsky, founder of The Washington DC Triathlon and The Nation’s Triathlon
Registration for this new triathlon event opens on February 1, 2010 at 9:00 am EST. The first 500 athletes to register will recieve a $25 discount into the race.
(JAN:2010)
tags: olympic distance, triathlons in north america, triathlons in california
New Puerto Rico Triathlon Event to Benefit the Kids of San Juan
A new triathlon with the help of Puerto Rican actress, Roselyn Sanchez has been established to help the kids of the San Jorge Children’s Foundation and the Casa Cuna of San Juan. The new triathlon event will take place on the island of Puerto Rico in March. The Roselyn Sanchez Triathlon For Life emerges from the initiative of the actress and her commitment to help children and return them some happiness, health and love.
Triathlon: Roselyn Sánchez Triathlon for Life
When: Sunday, March 7, 2010
Where: Jaime Benitez National Park, San Juan, Puerto Rico
Races: Olympic, Sprint, Relays
Website: www.roselynsancheztriathlon.org
The event will consist of an Olympic distance triathlon (S: 1.5km, B: 40km, R: 10km) backed by the Triathlon Federation of Puerto Rico, and a Sprint distance race (S: 750me, B: 20km, R: 5km) for amateurs. The event will also feature a Relay option called 'Relay for a Child'. The event will be staged from the Jaime Benitez National Park.
Visit the event website for additional race details and registration information: www.roselynsancheztriathlon.org.
(JAN:2010)
tags: olympic distance, sprint triathlon, triathlons in puerto rico
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(JAN:2010)
tags: advertising, trimapper.com
India to Host New International Triathlon in February 2010
The fastest growing sport in the world, triathlon, has reached India with the announcement of the India International Triathlon event. The new triathlon event is set to take place in Goa, India’s no.1 tourist destination on February 14, 2010.
Triathlon: India International Triathlon
When: Sunday, February 14, 2010
Where: Candolim Beach, Goa, India
Divisions: Elite / Pro, Age Group, Relay
Distances: International, Olympic, Sprint
Website: www.indiatriathlon.com
The destination event will have something for everyone as the event is set to host several races: International Triathlon: 1.5km Swim / 60km Bike / 11km Run and Olympic Distance Triathlon: 1.5km Swim / 40km Bike / 10km Run and a Sprint Triathlon: 500me Swim / 20km Bike / 5km Run. They will also have a Duathlon, 5km Fun Run and a Kids Dash to reach out to a wider audience and encourage participation across all age groups and individuals.
The event has been timed to coincide with the Goa Carnival, one of India's more famous Indian Carnivals. Held in mid February, it features three days and nights were the streets come alive with color with processions, floats, the strumming of guitars, graceful dances. Thanks to the coastal Konkan region and the backdrop of Western Ghats, weather in Goa is pleasant and sunny. The average temperature in February is: 26°C / 78°F
India International Triathlon will also have 18 qualifying slots for the newly announced 2010 Ironman 70.3 Asia-Pacific Championship and $30,000 USD prize purse.
(DEC:2009)
tags: international distance, olympic distance, sprint triathlon, triathlons in asia
New Ultramax Off-Road Multi-Sport Races in 2010
Ultramax Nation has ventured off-road and has expanded its reach with the announcement of its entry into the world of Adventure racing. In 2010, Ultramax will be offering two new events on the same day of racing. The AdventureMax 8-Hour Adventure Race and the new AdventureMax Off-Road Team Triathlon races will kick off the 2010 Ultramax Championship Series when they are staged on and around Innsbrook’s Lake areas in early March.
The AdventureMax 8-Hour Adventure Race will consist of mountain biking 15-30 miles, trekking/running up to 20 miles and paddling 5-10 miles, all while using a map and compass! The course is going to be a very challenging and thrilling course! All racers will have up to 8-Hours to complete the course. The AdventureMax 8-Hour Adventure Race is being designed so that finishing times for the event will range between 4 to 8 Hours. Athletes will be traveling many hours over land and water while experiencing significant elevation gains during the event. The race will be chip timed and have live race progress online for spectators to see the action.
Triathlon: AdventureMax 8-Hour Adventure Race
When: Saturday, March 6, 2010
Where: Innsbrook Resort, Innsbrook, Missouri, USA
Website: www.ultramaxtri.com/races/adventure
The AdventureMax Off-Road Team Triathlon is going to be Triathlon with a "new" twist. The race will take place primarily off-road. You will race as 2-Person Teas (Male - Female - Coed). This race is all about teamwork; your team will start, race and finish together. The race will be 2-3 miles of canoeing, 12-15 miles of mountain biking (off-road and gravel road) and 3-5 miles of running. The exact distances and course will not be disclosed until race day. The average race time is expected to be around 2.5 hours. You will be given maps on race day. This is the exciting way to do triathlon.
Triathlon: AdventureMax Off-Road Team Triathlon
When: Saturday - March 6, 2010 @ 9:30 AM
Where: Innsbrook Resort, Innsbrook, Missouri, USA
Website: www.ultramaxtri.com/races/adventure
Check the website for additional details on the two new triathlon adventure races. Registration for both AdventureMax Races opens on December 20, 2009. The race capacity will be: 400 Teams (200 in each event). The first 75 registrants in the new AdventureMax Team Triathlon will get a FREE Ultramax beach towel. Registration will be available via www.getmeregistered.com.
(DEC:2009)
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