29th Annual Longmont Triathlon

Sunday, May 31, 2009

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Triathlon volunteer information

Vendor Village information

Event Location: Centennial Swimming Pool

1201 Alpine St, Longmont, CO 80501

(303) 651-8406

Longest Running Triathlon in Colorado
525 yard Swim
12 Mile Bike

5K Run

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Download Here: 2009 Adult Triathlon Results

** Sorry, No Refunds **

counting laps at the triathlon Biking triathlete Jogging triathletes

Our 2009 Sponsors:

Noodles & Company, 1087 S Hover St, Longmont
Fleet Feet of Boulder & TYR, 2624 Broadway, Boulder
Pumphouse Brewery & Restaurant, 540 Main St, Longmont
Vend One
Fitness Source
Adrenaline Tri Sports
Blue Sky
Chrisman State Farm Insurance
Hampton Inn
Front Range Inflatables

Triathlon Training Opportunities

Longmont Recreation Services offers a wide variety of on-going and clinic-based programs designed to help both the first time and experienced triathlete prepare for the summer triathlon season. See our Fitness/Wellness page for more information regarding: Indoor Biking Classes and

Triathlon Series work-outs: Tri-Bike, Tri-Run, and Tri-Core

at Centennial Pool (303) 651-8406.

Course Information Download course map

525 Yard Pool Swim

Water temperature is approximately 83 degrees. No wet suits. Caps will be provided; you may also bring your own.
525 yard swim = 21 lengths. Swimmers are responsible for counting their own laps. Counters will be available to assist with counting, but it is ultimately the participant's responsibility. Circle swimming is required. Passing allowed at ends of the pool only. Maximum swim time is 25 minutes.
Only the first heat of swimmers will be assigned. Swimmers not in Heat 1 will be given approximate start times. Up to five racers will be seeded in a lane. As soon as a lane clears, the next 5 swimmers will be called to begin the swim. Approximate start times will posted based on your submitted projected 500 yard swim time. Heats will be posted on racingunderground.com during the days prior to the race.

12 Mile Bike - 3 loops

The bike course a three loop course around the surrounding neighborhood.
It is your responsibility to make sure your bike is in racing condition. Blue Sky Bicycles will be on hand to provide last minute mechanical help, if needed.
We make every attempt to keep the transition area clear. Please help us by keeping your supporters out of the area. Although thefts have been minimal, they do occur.
ANSI or SNELL approved helmets must be strapped onto your head prior to exiting the transition area.
No support from outside sources will be allowed.
Drafting is not allowed.

5K Run

Although this is a generally flat course, we have to throw in a few small hills for a challenge!
The run course is primarily on city streets and pathways. The streets are open to traffic and runners are asked to stay on the right hand side of the road. On Pace Road, you will need to run on the sidewalk as bikers will be on the street.
Aid stations will be approximately every mile.
Wear racing number/bib on the front of your body during the entire run portion of the event. No head phones please.

The event is limited to 400 athletes. For past year's results click: Race Results 2008

General Information

Timing and Chips

timing for the 29th Annual Longmont Triathlon is provided by Racing Underground. Timing chips can only be picked up on race day at pool side.

Body Marking and Race Number

Body marking will be done at the Packet Pick up tent on race day. Your race number must be worn on the front of your body during the entire run portion of the event.

Triathlon Teams

Triathlon teams may consist of two or three athletes. Awards will be given to the Overall Team and top two finishing teams in two categories.

Masters - combined ages of 105 or more for three person teams, or combined ages of 70 or more for two person teams.
Juniors - combined ages less than 105 for three person teams or combined ages less than 70 for two person teams

Teams should use the same registration form. All team members need to sign the waiver, so make sure all persons have signed the waiver before sending it in. The person paying should be the primary person filling out the name, address, phone, etc., information on the registration form. List the names of the swimmer, biker and runner in the spaces provided on the form. The runner on the team wears the race number on the front of your body during the entire run portion of the event. Teams will "tag" each other by passing along the timing chip.

Awards

Awards will be given out to the top three finishers in each of the age categories, as well as the overall male and female racers.

Age groups: Under 20, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60 and over.

In-depth Course Information

Check back for 2009's course rule sheet.

Event Promotion

Book your reservation at the Hampton Inn in Longmont! Longmont Kid's Only and Longmont Triathlon athletes and families receive a 10% discount on room rates.

A Brief History of the Longmont Tri

In 1981, the first Longmont Triathlon started with 56 participants. The event was held as 3 separate events. The run was a 10K that started at 9am, the 25 mile bike race started at noon and the 1000 meter swim began at 3pm - truly an all day event! There were no transition times, but the times for all 3 individual events were added together to determine the winner. Overall winners that year were Patti McNitt and Dennis Wilson, both in the 20-29 age category. The cost for the race, which included a 50/50 t-shirt and refreshments, was $12. The oldest age group offered was 40 and over. This format continued for one more year with the bike changing from 25 miles to 19 in the second year. In subsequent years, the race was combined so all events were consecutive. In addition, the course has seen numerous changes most dictated by road construction and the growth of Longmont on the East side of town. The Longmont Triathlon is becoming a historic event in Longmont and we are looking forward to our 30th year in 2010!

Thanks for all of you who have participated over the years and thanks to all of our sponsors who contribute so much.

Heat List:

Ht = Your heat. Heats will be called by letter. All "A" swimmers will go first, followed by all "B" swimmers, then all "C" swimmers. The number designates the start sequence within your heat. Example: as the swimmers from the previous heat exit the pool, all "D1" swimmers will be grouped in the first available lane, All D2 swimmers in the next lane, etc. Please follow the direction of the swim coordinators so we can have a smooth start to a fun day!

Estimate = The predicted 500 meter swim time you submitted when you entered the race. All swimmers have been seeded by their estimated swim time, and all swimmers in your lane will have similar predicted swim times.

Start = Approximate Start Time for your Swim. Please be ready 30 minutes prior to your estimated swim time. Announcements will be made throughout the morning regarding the progress of swim starts. Your heat will be called to the pool shortly before your swim start. Swim heats will go from slowest to fastest, so heats will run quicker (and closer together) as the morning goes on.

Chips will be distributed in the pool area just before you enter the water. This will allow you to pass in and out of transition prior to the start of your heat, without recording erroneous splits as you cross the timing mats.

We'll see you on race morning!!!

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For additional information contact Centennial Pool Staff at (303) 651-8406

Last updated 06/02/09 Bernadette Tinoco