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The Triathlon Returns to Burchfield Park!
Thanks to all who joined us September 10 as an athlete, sports fan, or volunteer! Results are now up on Playmakers.com. We look forward to a fantastic event next year!
-Playmakers
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DATE: September 10th, 2011
TIME: 8:00 a.m.
LOCATION: Burchfield Park
881 Grovenburg Road
Holt, MI 48842
Click map for directions
REGISTRATION
COST: $75
CAPACITY: Limited to first 300 registrants
Online registration closed on Sept. 7, 2011 at Midnight, EST.
REGISTRATION POLICIES
1. Entries are non-transferrable.
2. Participant must present a photo ID and sign a release-from-liability waiver.
3. Participant must present proof of USAT membership or purchase a
one-day license.
4. Race management reserves the right to cancel or modify the event due to
unfavorable conditions.
5. Registration fees are non refundable in the event of cancellation.
6. There will be no refunds.
TIMING
To receive a time, each participant much have a timing chip attached to their ankle through the entire event.
Chips must be returned at the end of the race. Failure to do so will result in a
$15 fee assessed to the participant.
RESULTS
Results will be on Playmakers.com the afternoon of the event.
SWIM - 600 METERS
The course will have two down&back sections identified by buoys and lane markers.
Swim Wave Starts:
8:00am Men under 40
8:03am Men 40 and over
8:06am Women under 40
8:09am Women 40 and up
(Participants must start with these waves, based on birth year and gender,
no individual starts)
BIKE - 13 MILES
The course will be one big loop on slightly rolling country roads surrounding Burchfield Park.
RUN - 4 MILES
The course will be an out and back route with a scenic loop in a natural area.
wed until the last biking participant has finished.
Men and Women
13 & under
14-19
20-24
25-29
30-34
35-39
40-44
45-49
50-54
55-59
60-64
65-69
70-74
75 & over
PACKET PICK UP
-Packet pick-up will be available the day before the event at
Playmakers: 2299 W. Grand River Ave Okemos MI 48864
Friday, September 9 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
-There will also be race-day packet pick-up at the shelter at
Burchfield Park: 881 Grovenburg Road, Holt, MI
Saturday, September 10 from 6:30 a.m. to 7:45 a.m.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
-A valid ID must be presented along with your USAT membership card.
-If you do not have a membership card you may purchase a single event
permit ($10) from USAT.
-Participants must pick up their own packets.
AID STATIONS
There will be a total of three opportunities for fluid replacement on the run course beginning with the station just after leaving the transition area.
FACILITIES
There are no showers in the park.
SWIM - 700 YARDS
The course will have 2 down and back sections identified by buoys and lane markers. There will be ____ separate heats starting at 9:00a.m.
BIKE - 25 MILES
The course will be 3 loops of an 8.3 mile course, on slightly rolling country roads surrounding Birchfield Park.
RUN - 6.2 MILES
MAPS
View the course maps in the box located to the right -->
Relax with post-race refreshments and massage!
A substantial variety of post-race refreshments will be available in the recovery tent as well as a select group of massge therapists.
Get a check up from Dr. Thomas A. Livermore.
It is Tom's objective to help any participant who may be suffering from an overuse or athletic injury. At the site, he will be providing Active Release Techniques, stretching, and advice about reducing repetitive motion injuries.
To learn more about Active Release, visit www.livermorepc.com or www.activerelease.com, and make sure to stop by the tent after your race!
AWARDS WILL BE PRESENTED TO:
-Overall Winners Male and Female
-Overall Masters Male and Female (age 40-49)
-Overall Grand Masters Male and Female (age 50+)
-And top 3 in each age group
Awards will be presented on stage
at the conclusion of the race.
ADDITIONAL PRIZES!
Participants that are present at the awards ceremony will be entered in
multiple special drawings!
*Age groups will be determined by your age as of 12/31/2011 (USAT Regulation)
881 GROVENBURG RD.
BURCHFIELD PARK, HOLT, MI 48842
PARKING
Exit of the park will not be allowed until the last biking participant has finished.
HOTELS
AMENITIES
All race day participants will receive:
-A custom designed tee shirt
-Finishers medal
-Swim cap
-Sponsor samples
-Pre-race mechanical assistance
-Professional chip timing
-Online results
-Entry to raffle for great prizes
-Post-race refreshments
-Free entrance to park
SPECIAL THANKS TO:
-Willis Bennett, Director, Ingham County Park Dept.
-Burchfield Park
-Ingham County Sheriffs' Department
-Our sponsors:
1. Is this a lansing race?
No, the race is in the community of Delhi Township just south of Lansing and west of Holt. (click here for a map)
2. How do I register?
Go to the registration page on the website and click to register. Follow the simple steps.
3. Where do I pick up my packet?
You can pick up your packet on Friday, September 9 at Playmakers from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. or on race day at Burchfield Park from 6:30 a.m. to 7:45 a.m.
4. Can someone else pick up my packet?
NO, participants must pick up their own packets.
5. What do I need to bring with me to pack pick up?
You will need to bring a photo ID and a valid USA Triathlon Membership Card.
6. What if I don't have a USAT membership card?
You may purchase a one day membership during the Playmakers online registration.
WINNERS
-TOP MASTERS FINISHER: MALE
Brian English, age 46. TIME: 1:18:54
-TOP MASTERS FINISHER: FEMALE
Beth Olson, age 48. TIME: 1:30:14
-TOP GRAND MASTERS: MALE
Ron Alleman, age 52. TIME: 1:22:25
-TOP GRAND MASTERS: FEMALE
Molly Minnick, age 52. TIME: 1:32:55
OVERALL WINNER: MALE
Shawn Aker, age 30. TIME: 1:09:33
OVERALL WINNER: FEMALE
Kim Albin, age 38. TIME: 1:25:23
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Cost of registration includes:
-Custom Designed Tee Shirt
-Finishers Medal
-Swim Cap
-Sponsor Samples
-Pre-race Mechanical Assistance
(provided by Bikeworks of Dewitt, MI)
-Professional Chip Timing
-Online Results
-Entry to Raffle
-Post-race Refreshments
-Free entrance to the park
Limited to first 300 registrants.
PLAYMAKERS
ph. 517-349-3803
2299 W. Grand River Ave
Okemos, MI 48864
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Playmakers is proud to announce that the Playmakers Fitness Foundation has recently been established, as a non-profit entity and recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Playmakers has been part of the fitness community for 30 years and intends to expand its reach through the foundation. The goal of the foundation is to promote health, wellness and fitness in the greater Lansing community through the following types of events:
• Michigan Mile for children and the Feeling Good Mileage Club
• Eles Race 5K
• Komen Mid-Michigan Race For the Cure 5k
• Capital City River Run Half Marathon and Cooley Law
Race for Education 5k
• Community Partners in Health
• Playmakers Classic Tri and the Hawk Island Triathlon
• Playmakers Free weekly injury and Good Form Running Clinics
• Playmakers Greater Lansing Race Series
• Lake Lansing Trail Preservation
• The Autumn Classic (benefiting Area 8 Special Olympics)
• High School Track and Cross Country (Greater Lansing Cross
Country Championships, Spartan Invitational, Honor Roll Track
and Field Championships, St. Johns Middle School Mile, Okemos
Middle School Chieftain Challenge)
Our long term vision is to work and collaborate with like minded organizations and individuals, in regards to promoting health, wellness and fitness to make the Greater Lansing Community the healthiest community in the state of Michigan and beyond.
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NOTICE!
The Playmakers Classic Triathlon starts at 8:00am. Triathletes may enter the park beginning at 6:00am to complete their registration process and begin setup in the bike corral. Due to the need to coordinate 4 parking areas in the park and then the securing of the park entrance road, an early arrival by all volunteers is requested.
We sincerely appreciate your assistance with making this as safe an environment as possible!
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