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Join Piranha at Endurance Sports Expo

Piranha Sports — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Join Piranha Sports at the Endurance Sports Expo this weekend, March 13th and 14th.

Our 2010 Media Sponsor, Liberty Sports Magazine, and a former sponsor of our series, High Road Cycles are hosting this event. Details about this event are listed below or go to www.endurancesportsexpo.com for full details.

Be sure to stop by at the Piranha Sports Expo to register for any Piranha Sports Greater Atlantic Multisport Series or DiamondGirl Series Event and take advantage of $10 off per event!!

And enter your name into a drawing to receive your ENTIRE registrations of all Piranha Sports Races at the EXPO for FREE. The more races you sign up for, the more you can win!!

Plus by signing up for Piranha Events, you and your club can win some of the $30,000 cash prizes as outlined below. For full details and to register for Piranha Events, go to www.piranha-sports.com.

ENDURANCE SPORTS EXPO ~ March 13-14, 2010

Saturday and Sunday @ the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, Oaks, PA

If you are someone who enjoys all things cycling, running, tri and swimming, then this is your expo!

The Endurance Sports Expo is a premier event where endurance athletes can meet manufacturers, retailers, race directors, clubs, nonprofit organization and coaches. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn, experience, demo and buy products and services that can enhance their active sports experience.

This years Expo will be unlike any other in the Mid-Atlantic region where attendees can see, experience and buy the latest products; attend Free Endurance University seminars and clinics to learn how they can enhance their performance and experience; and find a new club or non-profit to be involved with.

The Endurance Sports Expo is ideal for athletes in the Greater Philadelphia region who are looking for ways to enhance their active sports performance and experience. At ESE you will have the opportunity to not only see, but demo the latest gear for 2010.

Don't miss out!

Over 100 brands and vendors

Outdoor Bike demo area with access to the Periomen Trail

Free Endurance University Seminars

Free goodie bags to the first 500+ through the door each day

Prizes and hourly give aways from SRAM, Zipp, Oakley, REI and more

Meet Pro and Olympic athletes Chris Eatough, Multi 24-Hr World Champion, Marty Nothstein, Olympic Gold Medalist and World Track Star, and more

If you would like to participate in the outdoor demo you will need to bring your pedals and shoes. Each manufacturer will get you set up for your demo ride!

Purchase Your tickets now!
Just $8.00* in advance online or $10 at the door.

PLUS enter the exclusive coupon code "emailpromo" when checking out and save an additional $2 off the already low advanced ticket price of $8.

If you are thinking that there is to much to do and not enough time, your right! Come back on Sunday with your Saturday ticket stub and get in for only $5.

Event Sponsors

Philadelphia Inquirer SheRox PHLY TRI Philadelphia Insurance Companies Fuji Kestrel

Event Organized by

High Road Cycles Liberty Sports Magazine

Win $30,000 at Piranha Sports Events this year!!

We are excited to announce for our 2010 Series Races, we will be giving away $30,000 in cash and prizes. In our 2 series races, the Greater Atlantic Multisport Series and the DiamondGirl Series - the top overall winners will receive $150 cash each with second receiving $100 and third receiving $50 at each of our races.

This same formula is being applied for the overall club in each of these series races. With over 16 series races to choose from, we are giving away over $1,500 per race.

New this year is the Greater Atlantic Club Speed Challenge in which the top 4 individuals per club (top 2 men and top 2 females) have the opportunity to win this separate prize of $150 cash. This is a great opportunity for clubs large and small to win!! Exception to the rule is for the DiamondGirl Series races which will consist of the top 4 females.

The end of the series prizes for the top overall men and females in the GAMS and DGS will win $500 cash, $300 cash, and $150 cash for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd respectfully. It is possible for a single athlete to win up to $2,900 cash at the end of the season if they win every race and the series.

The top winning club in the Greater Atlantic Club Challenge will now have the opportunity to win $3,000 cash with 2nd place winning $1,500 cash, and 3rd place winning $1,000. It is possible for a club to win all of the Club Speed Challenges, the Club Challenges per race, and the overall Club Series for a grand total of $7,800!!

For details on the prizes, click here.

Not a candidate to win the top prizes? No need to worry as we think everyone that does our races is a winner. At Piranha Sports Events, you receive over $80 worth of merchandize?

New this year - finishers medals to all finishers. Celebrate our 10th season with us.
New this year - running hats to early birds at packet pickup - see under each race the amenities. Valued at $20 each.
A technical Race Shirt as part of the regular registration fee. No additional costs!! Valued at $20 each.
Customized shirts for Male and Females! No other race organization offers this premium service. We're proud to offer this service so that all athletes may enjoy the premium shirts all year round.
Free digitized photos as taken by our race staff aligned with your own race results. Simply right click, and save picture as... We've gotten reviews that our photos are better than professional photography places!! Valued at $40 per photo.

Our 2010 Series Races are filling up fast. For some of our events, we're almost half full. Don't miss out!! To register for 2010 Piranha Sports Events and the Pittsburgh Triathlon & Adventuer Race, visit www.piranha-sports.com.

Join us in Celebrating 10 Years!

Triathlon Boot Camp

Piranha Sports — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Time is running out to register for Mid-Atlantic Multisport's Spring 2010 Triathlon Boot Camp!

· Swim stroke analysis in a specially equipped Endless Pools' FASTLANE swimming machine using four digital video cameras positioned above and below the water surface;

· Field testing to determine participants' heart rate training zones for both biking and running;

· Running gait analysis using digital recording equipment;

· Fully-supported group training sessions

SPECIAL OFFERS AVAILABLE EXCLUSIVELY TO PIRANHA SPORTS EVENT PARTICIPANTS:

1. Register for any Greater Atlantic Multisport Series or DiamondGirl Series event between now and March 12^th and you will automatically be entered in a drawing to win a complimentary entry into the Spring 2010 Triathlon Boot Camp. The winner will be announced on March 13^th.

2. Register for two or more Greater Atlantic Multisport Series or DiamondGirl Series events between now and March 12^th and receive a $100 discount when you register for Spring 2010 Triathlon Boot Camp.

For more information, visit http://www.midatlanticmultisport.com/camps.html.

Our coaching partner, Mid-Atlantic Multisport (www.midatlanticmultisport.com), will be offering its highly acclaimed Triathlon Boot Camp in the Philadelphia suburbs for the fifth consecutive year on March 19^th-21^st. This three-day camp provides multisport athletes with a unique opportunity to learn from top coaches, receive individualized instruction, and get in some great training with a group of other like-minded athletes all in an enjoyable, non-intimidating environment. Camp Includes:

5 Weeks Until First Race of Season

Piranha Sports — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The first race this season is only 5 weeks away and is almost full with only 100 slots left. The famous Brandywine Valley Duathlon, scheduled for March 28th is an excellent tune up for the season. A beautiful race in a beautiful location of Chester County, PA.

If you are interested in the Mid-Atlantic Multisport, certified USAT coach's 8 or 16 week programs, be sure to select this under additional options when registering for two other upcoming races - The New Jersey Devilman Triathlon on May 8th (10 weeks away) and the Tri-It Triathlon on June 12th (16 weeks away). Register NOW to obtain your 8 or 16 weeks slots, respectfully. See in ad below for more details.

Register NOW at www.piranha-sports.com.

Did you know that Piranha Sports Events, you receive over $80 worth of merchandize?

New this year - finishers medals to all finishers. Celebrate our 10th season with us.
New this year - running hats to early birds at packet pickup - see under each race the amenities. Valued at $20 each.
A technical Race Shirt as part of the regular registration fee. No additional costs!! Valued at $20 each.
Customized shirts for Male and Females! No other race organization offers this premium service. We're proud to offer this service so that all athletes may enjoy the premium shirts all year round.
Free digitized photos as taken by our race staff aligned with your own race results. Simply right click, and save picture as... We've gotten reviews that our photos are better than professional photography places!! Valued at $40 per photo.

Join us in Celebrating 10 Years!

Neil Semmel

Piranha Sports

Training Programs

When registering for any of Piranha Sports Series events, consider selecting under options the Mid-Atlantic Multisport Training Programs.

You can sign-up for either the 8 or 16-week trianing programs designed specifically for athletes preparing for each race by our coaching partner Mid-Atlantic Multisport (www.midatlanticmultisport.com).

The comprehensive training programs includes:

Detailed daily schedule describing duration and intensity of each training session.
Training sessions designed to simulate the race course conditions.
Web-based training log.
Race-day tips, strategies and nutrition recommendations.
Upgraded Dri-Release shirt.
Mid-Atlantic Multisport race belt.

The cost of the training program is $195 for 8 weeks and $295 for 16 weeks.

$30,000 in Cash Prizes

Piranha Sports — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

This same formula is being applied for the overall club in each of these series races. With over 16 series races to choose from, we are giving away over $1,500 per race.

For details on the prizes, click here.

Not a candidate to win the top prizes? No need to worry as we think everyone that does our races is a winner. At Piranha Sports Events, you receive over $80 worth of merchandize?

New this year - finishers medals to all finishers. Celebrate our 10th season with us.
New this year - running hats to early birds at packet pickup - see under each race the amenities. Valued at $20 each.
A technical Race Shirt as part of the regular registration fee. No additional costs!! Valued at $20 each.
Customized shirts for Male and Females! No other race organization offers this premium service. We're proud to offer this service so that all athletes may enjoy the premium shirts all year round.
Free digitized photos as taken by our race staff aligned with your own race results. Simply right click, and save picture as... We've gotten reviews that our photos are better than professional photography places!! Valued at $40 per photo.

Get yourself ready with new Indoor Triathlon Series as produced by one of our coaching sponsors, Mid-Atlantic Multisport Endurance Sports Coaching. See below for further details.

Join us in Celebrating 10 Years!

Neil Semmel

Piranha Sports

2010 SERIES RACES FILLING UP FAST

Piranha Sports — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

In 2009, over half of the Greater Atlantic Multisport Series sold out. Our entry list is filling up fast and we expect to sell out before December 15th. When event is full, we anticipate on posting the entry list accordingly.

If event is not sold out by January 15th, there is a price increase of at least $15 for most events.

2010 Online Registration Open

Piranha Sports — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Currently listed are the same events from 2009 and a few more new exciting events will appear in the next few weeks as we enter our 10th season!!

Take advantage of the Grand Opening Prices for all of our events until November 15th (2 weeks from now!). These are the same prices as our grand opening prices in 2009.

Also, consider the new Triathlon Boot Camp in Sarasota, Florida as presented by Mid-Atlantic Multisport scheduled for February 4th through 7th. See details below.

To register for 2010 Piranha Sports Events and the Pittsburgh Triathlon & Adventuer Race, visit www.piranha-sports.com.

We hope to see you there!!

Neil Semmel

Piranha Sports

Looking to beat the winter doldrums AND jumpstart your 2010 season? Join Mid-Atlantic Multisport for a mid-winter getaway in sunny Sarasota, Florida. This four-day Triathlon Boot Camp is designed to help you build your endurance base and teach you how to get the most out of your training -- all while enjoying the white sand beaches and crystal blue waters of Sarasota and her Keys.

Triathlon Boot Camp provides multisport athletes of all abilities with a unique opportunity to learn from top coaches, receive individualized instruction, and get in some great training with a group of other like-minded athletes all in a spectacular, resort setting.

Register for the camp by November 30th and receive FREE blood lactate testing to determine your appropriate heart rate training zones plus a strength training DVD with exercises for endurance athletes. For more information, visit http://www.midatlanticmultisport.com.

2009 Races Now Open for Registration - win a CompuTrainer

Piranha Sports — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The 2009 Piranha Sports Races are now open and if you register for 4 or more of the Greater Atlantic Multisport Series Events by November 30, 2008 - you will be eligible to win a free CompuTrainer valued at over $1,500.00.

Until November 30th, we're honoring prices from the beginning of early 2008. Check out these great fees by going to www.piranha-sports.com.

Many of these races sold out last year. Be sure to sign up early if you wish to race with us next year.

New this year:
We have several additional options available for each specific series race ranging from Dri-Release Shirts, Run Race Belts, and the 16 or 8 week training program.

16 or 8 week training program - Designed by our coaching partner Mid-Atlantic Multisport (www.midatlanticmultisport.com), has been created specifically for athletes preparing for each series race.
Includes:

Detailed daily schedule describing duration and intensity of each training session
Training sessions designed to simulate the race course conditions
Web-based training log
Race-day tips, strategies and nutrition recommendations
Upgraded Dri-Release race t-shirt
Mid-Atlantic Multisport race belt

Cost for these training camps are $295 and $195, respectfully.

Our current 2009 Schedule:

Feb. 5-8, 2009 - Triathlon Boot Camp - Winter 2009 | Presented by Mid-Atlantic Multisport - in beautiful Key West, FL. For more information on this camp - please see below at the bottom. "not part of the series"
April 5, 2009 - Brandywine Valley Duathlon. Sold out early last year.
May 3, 2009 - New Jersey Devilman Triathlon
May 23, 2009 - Tri for Our Veterans II - benefiting the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund. This triathlon sold out last year and a duathlon has been added to this patriotic Memorial Day Wekend event. "not part of the series"
May 31, 2009 - Cascade Lake Triathlon and Duathlon.
July 11, 2009 - Diamond in the Rough Triathlon. Sold out early last year.
July 26, 2009 - Pittsburgh Triathlon and Adventure Race. New Sprint Distance Added. Features Expo on July 25th. Expected to sell out early. "not a series event"
August 2, 2009 - Patriot's Triathlon.
August 16, 2009 - Lums Pond Triathlon & Duathlon. Sold out early last year. Check out kids race the day before.
September 13, 2009 - Delaware Diamondman Triathlon.
September 20, 2009 - Marshman Triathlon. Sold out early last year.
October 4, 2009 - Brierman Triathlon.
October 11, 2009 - Cape Henlopen Triathlon & Duathlon. Sold out early last year.

PREPARE TO SUCCEED IN 2009: DON'T MISS MID-ATLANTIC MULTISPORT'S TRIATHLON BOOT CAMPS

Education. Perspiration. Inspiration. Experience it all at Mid-Atlantic Multisport's Triathlon Boot Camps. These highly-acclaimed weekend retreats held are a great way to learn how to get the most out of your training, shed some winter pounds and help you prepare for Piranha Sports' 2009 Greater Atlantic Multisport Series events, all in a fun, supportive environment.

The camps are led by a team of expert coaches and professional triathletes. Two Triathlon Boot Camps will be offered in 2009. A winter getaway camp in sunny Key West, FL on February 5th-8th and a spring kickoff camp in the Philadelphia, PA suburbs on March 20th-22nd. For more information on Mid-Atlantic Multisport's Triathlon Boot Camps, CLICK HERE.

To register and view all information, go to www.piranha- sports.com.

See you in 2009!!

Piranha Sports Sponsoring Katherine Switzer Banquet

Piranha Sports — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Piranha Sports is proud to be a sponsor for the Katherine Switzer Dinner Event to benefit Girls Inc. Delaware.

The dinner event is scheduled for thursday, October 22nd from 7-9pm at Domaine Hudson, 14th and Washington Streets, Wilmington, DE. Tickets are available for purchase from www.girlsincde.org or by calling (302) 575-1041.

Brierman Triathlon Course Change

Piranha Sports — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Our next big race, the Brierman Triathlon on October 4th which features both a sprint distance and half lite 50 triathlon, has a slight course change due to the unforseen construction. However, we've found a suitable alternative and have modified it as follows:

The Half Lite 50 Bike course is 4.7 miles longer from the original 40 mile bike to 44.7 mile bike. The run course is now shortened by 2.4 miles to compensate from the original 9.3 miles to 6.9 miles.

The Sprint Bike Course is 2.4 miles longer from the original 21 mile bike to 23.4 mile bike. The run course is now shortened by 1 mile from the original 4.9 miles to 3.9 miles.

We know for those of you have raced at this beautiful and very challenging venue, would welcome this change. We appreciate everyone's cooperation in this matter and are looking forward to another exciting race!!

The course maps will be updated and online by the end of the week.

Online registration will close on Sunday, 9/27/09. To register, click here.

Eric Conrad

Race Director

Important Message Regarding Marshman Triathlon

Piranha Sports — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This email was sent to all participants in the Marshman Triathlon:

This is a reminder to please car pool and arrive on time.

Arrive early on race morning. Packet Pickup and Transition Area closes promptly at 7:15am. We will not delay the start of the race which goes off at 7:30am.
We encourage arrival before 6:00am to ensure one of the 500 parking spots in the state park.
We encourage car pooling, including your friends, family, and spectators!!
Please do not have your family and friends arrive after race starts. This race is very quick and there is only one way in and out of the park/race venue. Arriving after race starts will create a bottleneck for the participating triathletes on the bike portion of the event. Again, have your family ride in with you when you arrive.
After the first 500 slots and late arrivals will all have to park in the overflow parking about 1.5 miles away at the Stadium Grille and Acme. There is no sidewalk or shoulder leading to/from the state park/race venue.
Do read pages 1 and 2 in the athlete guide pertaining to the parking as to where you may or may park.
The Athlete Guide is now available by clicking here.

Neil Semmel
Piranha Sports