Steamboat Lake Sprint Triathlon ~ Results
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| Steamboat Lake Sprint Triathlon : |
| Triathlon : Swim ½ Mile, Bike 12.4 Miles, Run 3.1 Miles |
- Race Date: Sunday, July 21, 2013
- Start Time: 8:00 AM
- Entry Fee:$75
- Location:Steamboat Lake State Park
- Address: 61105 RCR 129
- City/State/Zip:Clark, Colorado 80428
- Country: USA
- Race Website http://www.withoutlimits.co
- Email: [email protected]
The 2nd stop on the Colorado Triathlon Tour takes us to a picturesque venue that was the hot event of 2013. The Steamboat Lake Sprint is exactly half the distance of the Steamboat Olympic Distance Triathlon that will take place on Aug 19th at Lake Catamount. Whether you're competing in your first ever race, prepping for the Aug 18th Steamboat Triathlon, or earning coveted Colorado Tri Tour points this is the perfect event. Steamboat Lake State Park has it all; a swim in the crystal clear waters of Steamboat Lake, a scenic ride through the rolling country side, and a run that takes athletes on the roads and trails of the park. With amazing views of Hahn's Peak and the surrounding scenery this is one sprint you won't want to miss! Camp 200m from transition or stay at one of the surrounding bed and breakfasts; Steamboat Lake is the mid-Summer getaway you've been looking for.
Course Information:
Swim course: 750 meters
With sweeping views of Hahn's Peak and the surrounding mountain ranges in the distance the Steamboat Lake Sprint swim will be one of the most scenic starting lines in all of Colorado! The swim will be counter clock-wise and each wave with only have 40-50 athletes/wave to maintain a fun and beginner friendly environment. The water this time of year is expected to be around 70 degrees, so wetsuits will be legal, but will not be recquired. We'll have plenty of lifeguards, safety kayakers, and rescue boats should any issue arise. Upon exciting the swim you'll follow the blue carpet a short distance to the transition area in the parking lot, then it's off on your flat and fast 12.4 mile ride!
Bike course: 12.4 Miles
The bike course will take participants on a rolling out and back course along County Road 129! Upon exiting Steamboat Lake State Park the riders will take a right on CO 129 and head 6.2 miles to the turn-around. The first 80% of the route to the turn-around is scenic, slightly rolling, and smooth. Then athletes will have a slight downhill before hitting the turn-around and beginning the journey back to the transition area. Heading out riders will be adjacent to Steamboat Lake with breathtaking views in the distance. The roads will be open to traffic, but you're more likely to pass by a bear coming out of Route National Forest than be passed by a car!
Run course: 3.5 Miles
After the bike ride you'll slip on your run shoes for quick 3.5m loop that will take you on a mix of the rolling road and trail system within the park! You'll exit transition the same way you exited on the bike and proceed down County Road 129. Just before the 1.5 mile mark you'll take a right down the dirt road before the visitor center and hop on the Willow Creek Trail. Follow the scenic Willow Creek Trail all the way back to the Marina parking lot where you'll sprint to the finish! After you cool off, please enjoy the post race activities at the swim beach; music, food, raffles, and awards! The course will have aid stations at miles .75 (Top of first hill) and mile 2.25 with water and XOOD!
Directions:
Directions to Steamboat Lake State Park
From Steamboat Springs go west two miles on U.S. 40 to County Road 129 (also called Elk River Road). Turn north and drive 25 miles. Steamboat Lake will be on your left hand side, please follow signs to the marina.
Parking Information
The transition area will take place at the marina. Please follow signs to the Steamboat Lake Marina and upon entering our volunteers will guide you to your parking spot. Please note for those of you staying in Steamboat that Steamboat Lake is 25 miles north of town, please plan your driving time accordingly.
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