Rocketman Triathlon ~ Results

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Rocketman Triathlon :
Triathlon : Swim 1500 Meters, Bike 24.9 Miles, Run 6.2 Miles
  • Race Date: Sunday, August 28, 2011
  • Start Time: 7:30 AM
  • Location:Redstone Arsenal - Col. Hudson Recreation Area
  • Address: Rayford Rd
  • City/State/Zip:Huntsville, Alabama 35898
  • Country: USA

 

2011 Rocketman Triathlon:

 

The Rocketman Triathlon is a USAT Sanctioned Olympic Distance Triathlon put on by the Team Rocket Tri-Club. 2011 marks the 18th year for the Rocketman Triathlon in memory of John Masterson.

The event takes place at 7:30 am on Sunday, August 28, 2011, at the Carroll D. Hudson Recreation Area on Redstone Arsenal. This race benefits the USMCR Toys for Tots Program.

All participants and spectators are URGED to bring a new toy to the race. The toys should be turned in at packet pickup.

The race is limited to 500 competitors. Due to military security considerations, all online entries must be received by August 23, 2011.

Collegiate and Military Categories for Awards and Low Registration Fees.

Awards:
1st, 2nd, 3rd Overall (male and female)
1st, 2nd, 3rd Masters, Age 40+ (male and female)
1st, 2nd, 3rd Clydesdale Age 39 and Under
1st, 2nd, 3rd Athena Age 39 and Under
1st, 2nd, 3rd Clydesdale Age 40+
1st, 2nd, 3rd Athena Age 40+
1st, 2nd, 3rd Military (male and female)
1st, 2nd, 3rd Collegiate (male and female)
1st, 2nd, 3rd 5-year age groups, starting with the 15 to 19 age group ending with 85+ year olds
1st, 2nd, 3rd Relay Teams (male, female, & mixed)

Due to increased security on Redstone Arsenal from the events of September 11 you are reminded that all adults must have picture ID with them while entering. Also, all cars entering must have vehicle registration and proof of current automobile insurance. Weapons to include knives, guns, etc. are NOT ALLOWED on base. All vehicles are subject to be searched.

Course Information:

 

SWIM

1.5 kilometers

The swim takes place in the Tennessee River. Swimmers will enter the water in a time trial format one at a time with a 3-5 second interval.

 

Swimmers will be seeded based upon the estimated swim time you provided during registration.

 

 

BIKE

4o kilometers

The bike course is an out and back on paved asphalt. The course has a couple of rolling hills, but is primarily flat and fast. There is no water on the bike course. It is recommended that you carry two bottles on the bicycle.

 

RUN

10 kilometers

The run course takes place on a combination of asphalt roads, gravel roads and smooth gravel trail. The run will be challenging due to heat and several gradual hills.

Directions:

Access to Redstone Arsenal: You may enter Redstone Arsenal from either Gate 1 (Martin Rd), Gate 9 (Research Park Blvd/Rideout Rd), or Gate 10 (Patton Rd) Gate 1 (Martin Road). If you do not have a badge and car sticker for the Arsenal, you will be required to enter the Visitors Center located on the right just before each gate to secure your visitors pass.

Gate 1
From Memorial Parkway (US 231/431); go west on Martin Rd. to Gate 1. From Gate 1, go 1.6 miles to Patton Rd. Go south on Patton Rd for 4.5 miles to Rayford Rd. Turn left onto Rayford Rd and continue east for 0.8 miles as it will take you straight to Col Hudson Recreation Area.

Gate 9
(Research Park Blvd/Rideout Road); As you enter Gate 9, Research Park Blvd becomes Rideout Rd. Take Rideout Rd south for approximately 3.2 miles to the traffic signal at Martin Rd. Turn left on Martin Rd going east for 2.3 miles to Patton Rd. Turn right on Patton Rd going south for 4.5 miles to Rayford Rd. Turn left onto Rayford Rd and continue east for 0.8 mile as it will take you straight to the Col Hudson Recreation Area.

Gate 10
(Patton Road); From Gate 10, go 7.3 miles to Rayford Rd. Turn left onto Rayford Rd and continue east for 0.8 miles as it will take you straight to Col Hudson Recreation Area.

Other Info:

Registration Fees:

  Rocketman Individual (Early Bird Special) $40.00 10/04/2010 - 12/31/2010
  Rocketman Individual (Early Registration) $60.00 01/01/2011 - 04/30/2011
  Rocketman Individual (Standard Registration) $80.00 05/01/2011 - 07/31/2011
  Rocketman Individual (Late Registration) $100.00 08/01/2011 - 08/23/2011
  Rocketman Relay Team - 3 Person (Early Bird Special) $85.00
10/04/2010  -
12/31/2010
  Rocketman Relay Team - 3 Person (Early Registration) $125.00 01/01/2011 - 04/30/2011
  Rocketman Relay Team - 3 Person (Standard Registration) $150.00 05/01/2011 - 07/31/2011
  Rocketman Relay Team - 3 Person (Late Registration) $175.00 08/01/2011 - 08/23/2011
  Rocketman Collegiate (Standard Registration) $30.00 10/04/2010 - 07/31/2011
  Rocketman Collegiate (Late Registration) $50.00 08/01/2011 - 08/23/2011
  Rocketman Military (Standard Registration) $30.00 10/04/2010 - 07/31/2011
  Rocketman Military (Late Registration) $50.00 08/01/2011 - 08/23/2011

 

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2011 Results:


2011 Results at: besttimescct.com

Previous Results:



2010 Results at besttimescct.com: Age Group 
2009 Results at: besttimescct.com
2008 Results at: besttimescct.com
2007 Results at: besttimescct.com
2006 Results at: besttimescct.com
2005 Results: Age Group / Athena / Clydesdale / Relay / Search 
2004 Results at: TriFind.com or athlinks.com 
2003 Results: Age Group / Athena / Clydesdale / Military / Relay / Search 
2002 Results: not available ???
2001 Results: not available ???

2000 Results at: athlinks.com

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