MTA Triathlon at Lake James
Events
| MTA Triathlon : |
| Triathlon : 750 meter Swim, 22 mile Bike, 5K Trail Run |
- Race Date: Saturday, May 19, 2012
- Start Time: 8:00 AM
- Entry Fee:Individual: $50-$65; 3-Person Relay $75-$95, depending on registration date
- Location:Lake James State Park
- City/State/Zip:Marion, North Carolina 28761
- Country: USA
- Registration Website: http://www.trifind.com/Races/R...
- Race Website http://www.mtatriathlon.blueri...
The McDowell Trail Association is pleased to host its 3rd Annual MTA Triathlon at Lake James on Saturday, May 19, 2012 at the Paddy's Creek Section of Lake James State Park.
The race consists of a 750 meter swim, 22 mile road bike and 5K trail run.
The venue is breathtaking, with views of Lake James visible from almost everywhere on the course. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or new to the triathlon experience, this is a must-do event.
The race will be sanctioned by USA Triathlon and professionally managed by Blue Ridge Multi Sports.
Course Information:
The swim features a wave start and open water course on beautiful Lake James.
The ride is on-road course, consisting of approximately 4 miles on state park property and an 18 mile loop with views of the lake all along the way.
The run is mostly on dirt trail, with approximately 14-12 mile on pavement.
All participants must finish the event in under 3 hours, 30 minutes. Race officials reserve the right to remove any participant from the course who it deems unlikely to finish the event within the stated time limit.
Course Maps:
A pdf-formatted map of the course is available at the race site, www.mtatriathlon.blueridgemultisports.com/index.html.
Course Elevation (Bike):
Bicycle course elevation chart as compiled using MapMyRun.com. Elevation at the start/finish: 1,290 feet. Minimum elevation: 1,226 feet; maximum elevation: 1,396 feet.
Directions:
Other Info:
All USA Triathlon rules will apply, including drafting, outside assistance and age-up.
The minimum age to race the MTA Lake James Triathlon is 13 years old.
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