| LATE REGISTRATION FORMS |
If you missed registering online, there are some spots available (around 40). Please print out pdf above and bring filled out to race site on Saturday, August 29th from 1 to 3pm. Or you may bring it on Sunday, August 30th from 6:00am until 7:15am. No guarantee of shirts at this time.
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| Event Summary |
· Longest Distance Women's Only Triathlon on the East Coast!
· A DiamondGirl™ Series Event
· Counts towards the Greater Atlantic Club Challenge.
· Calm water swim and crystal clear. Great for First Timers. |
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| Additional Options |
When signing up online, consider these options:
Run Race Belts - Allows you to attach your run bib #s and a quick get away in transition area by affixing number and belt via belt clip. Will be handed out at race packet pickup. Cost: $10.00.
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 the DiamondGirl New York Triathlon.
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: $295.00 for 16 week and $195.00 for 8 week |
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| Athlete Guide |
Click on pdf above to view Athlete Guide.
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| Awards |
- Sprint Distance Tri and International Distance Tri are Separate Awards
- Top 3 Overall Female
- Female Age Groups (Top 3 in each)
- 19 and under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65+
- Top 3 Athenas (Females 150+ lbs).
- Top 3 Physically Challenged - please contact race director for a course overview.
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| Course |
Sprint Distance Swim - 500 meter - triathlon - beach start.
International Distance Swim - 1500 meters.
- Expected water temperature around 70 degrees. Westsuits allowed per USA Triathlon Rules.
 Need a wetsuit to rent or purchase? Go to our sponsor, Xterra. Click on logo.
Sprint Distance Bike - 15.5 miles - Gently rolling.
International Distance Bike - 30.5 miles (2 loops).
§ Exit transition area and follow Lake Kanawauke Road
§ Take round about to Lake Welsh Parkway
§ Left at turnaround onto Cedar Pond Road which becomes Tiorati Brook Road
§ Follow round about onto Seven Lakes Parkway
§ Turn right onto Lake Kanawauke Road to transition
Sprint Distance Run - 4 miles - final leg. Out and back course.
International Distance Run - 8.4 miles. Out and back course.
- Stay to the right of each other. Some hard packed dirt and some paved road.
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| Course Maps |
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| Amenities |
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| Lodging |
Comfort Inn and Suites
20 Hatfield Lane
Goshen, NY 10924
www.comfortinn.com
(845) 291-1282
Located about 11.6 miles from the race site
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites
2 Bryle Place
76 Brookside Ave
Chester, NY 10918
www.hiexpress.com
(877) 863-4700
Located about 13 miles from the race site |
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| Directions |
There is no formal GPS address for Harriman State Park. Please print out all directions to help you find race site.
One set of directions as provided by State Park is:
"Take Palisades Interstate Parkway to exit 16 and stay to the left at fork in road to turn into Lake Welsh Drive and follow signs to Lake Sabago Beach."
From PA and points West
§ Take the exit onto I-80 E toward Milton entering New Jersey
§ Take exit 43 to merge onto I-287 N entering New York
§ Follow directions below
From the North
§ Keep left at the fork, follow signs for I-87 S/NY City and merge onto I-87 S
§ Take exit 16 for RT-17/US-6 toward Harriman
§ Keep right at the fork, follow signs for HARRIMAN/US-6 E/W Point
§ Turn left at RT-17/RT-32 continue to follow RT-17
§ Slight right onto the ramp to Route 17A/RT-17A
§ Make a U-turn at Sylvan Way
§ Continue on County Hwy 106/Highway 106
§ Turn right at Lake Kanawauke Rd
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& From the South
§ Take I-287 N toward I-87 N/NY Thruway entering New York
§ Take the Sate Hwy 17 N/New York State Trwy/I-87 N exit on the left toward Albany
§ Take exit 15A for State Hwy 17 N toward Sloatsburg/Suffern/State Hwy 59
§ Keep right at the fork, follow signs for HILLBURN and merge onto Orange Turnpike/RT-17
§ Make a U-turn at Route 17/RT-17
§ Turn right at Seven Lakes Dr/Seven Lakes Pkwy continue to follow Seven Lakes Pkwy
§ Turn right at Lake Kanawauke Rd |
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| Race Itinerary |
Saturday, August 29, 2009
- 1:00pm - 3:00pm - Early packet pickup at the race site of Lake Sebago, Harriman State Park, Lake Kanawauke Rd.
- 2:00pm - First Timers Meeting. "Open to all registered participants." This is an opportunity to review logistics of the race with a Piranha Sports staff member. It will involve reviewing packets, chip timing, transition area, rules, and tips.
- BRING YOUR BIKE AND HELMET for optional inspection at early packet pickup.
- Please meet for packet pickup and first timers meeting at the Main Parking lot, Lake Sebago.
Sunday, August 30, 2009
- 6:00am - 7:15am - LAST MINUTE BIKE AND HELMET optional inspections.
- 6:00am - 7:15am - Transition area opened. Late packet pickup. Body marking.
- 7:45am - Mandatory pre-race meeting.
- 7:50am - National Anthem.
- Waves assignments are subject to change depending on number of participants.
- 8:00am - Sprint Course Triathlon Starts.
- 8:00am - Wave 1. Swim (1 loop). All Sprint Tri Participants. Pink Caps.
- 8:15am - Wave 2 (approximate) - International Distance Starts. All International Distance Tri Participants (2 loops). Green Caps.
- 11:15am - Cut off time for bike leg. 14mph average for this flat bike course if started by 8:25am.
- 10:45am - Official/Penalty Report for Sprint Tri Posted.
- 11:00am - Official Results for Sprint Tri Posted.
- 11:15am - Post race party/awards for Sprint Tri. Awards will not be mailed.
- 1:30pm - Official/Penalty Report for International Distance Tri Posted.
- 1:45pm - Official Results for International Distance Tri Posted.
- 1:45pm - Post race part/awards for International Distance Tri. Awards will not be mailed.
- 2:00pm - Transition area closed.
Race director/management may alter any part or distance of the event as dictated by event day conditions, such as weather. |
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| Refund Policy |
| absolutely NO refunds will be made for any reason. REFERRED TO AS “ENTRY FEES” ABOVE AND INCLUDES ENTRY FEES, PARTICIPANT SHIRTS, UPGRADED PRODUCTS, ANY OTHER AMENITIES, INSURANCE, AND ONLINE ADMINISTRATIVE FEES. MUST BE PRESENT TO RECEIVE ANY ITEMS as leftovers are distributed on day of race. WE DO NOT SHIP. ENTRY FEES CANNOT BE TRANSFERRED TO OTHER PERSONS OR APPLIED TOWARD future PIRANHA SPORTS EVENTS. Selling your race entry slot is strictly prohibited by piranha sports. If you do sell your race slot, you will be disqualified from the race and you, as well as the entrant who purchased your slot, will be unable to race in another Piranha Sports event for a minimum of 2 years. Piranha Sports reserves the right to reject any entry if a valid photo ID is not presented at race packet pick-up. There is NO rain date for the event. In cases of inclement weather, natural disaster, acts of God, acts of war or other unforeseen extraordinary circumstances, management reserves the right to cancel the event and/or modify the race course for safety concerns. Under such circumstances, there will be absolutely no refunds or transfer of entries to future Piranha Sports events. Each athlete must accept any such risk of their entry fee paid including other amenities paid for such as participate shirts, upgrade products, insurance, and online administrative fees. All monies collected are used to develop and produce the event, including all race supplies, staffing, and administration. We pledge to make every effort to produce a fair, safe and exciting event for all. Management reserves the right to reject or accept a race entry for any reason. By signing up for this race, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to the terms listed on this page. |
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| Rules |
| Please see Series Information for complete set of rules. |
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| Spectator Information |
Parking
Spectator (as well as athlete) parking is available at designated areas in the park. Parking attendants will be available to assist you with parking. Also, please be aware that once the race begins, the road leading in and out of the Park will be used by participants as it is part of the race course.
Athlete Support
Bring your cow bells, noise makers, posters, banners, and other items to cheer on your favorite athlete. Please keep in mind that spectators are not allowed to provide any outside assistance to the athletes. Outside assistance can result in penalties and possible disqualification. Outside assistance can include but is not limited to: transition area assistance, running or riding along with the athlete (pacing), handing off water bottles, etc. The Piranha Sports staff and volunteers will provide assistance as needed and allowed. As well, there will be no time during the event when spectators will be allowed in the secure transition area. If your athlete forgot an item for the transition area, please ask a Piranha Sports Staff member or volunteer to assist you in getting that item to the athlete.
Spectator Control
The Piranha Sports Staff and volunteers have your athlete’s safety and security as their primary responsibility. Therefore, there may be times during the course of the event that we will need to provide directions to spectators if we feel that the athletes do not have a clear and unobstructed path. Please pay close attention to these directions/instructions so that we are able to maintain the safety of every athlete.
Kids and Dogs
The Piranha Sports Staff loves having kids and dogs at the events. The kids are our future and the dogs are just great. If you do bring your children and/or pets, please keep a close eye on them. Do not allow them to venture onto any of the roadways particularly near the mount/dismount area. As well, if your children bring bikes, please ensure that they are wearing helmets at all times.
Post Race Food
Just as a reminder, the food and beverages provided by Piranha Sports are for athletes and volunteers only. |
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