ADPi-athlon: A Unique Triathlon Challenge ~ Results?

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Alpha Delta Pi-athlon :
triathlon : Swim 300 meters, Bike 10 miles, Run 3.1 miles
  • Race Date: Sunday, April 18, 2010
  • Start Time: 8:00 am
  • Entry Fee:Early bird fee: $40 individual, $60 team. Day of race: $50 individual, $75 team.
  • Location:MTSU Campus
  • Address: 1301 E. Main St.
  • City/State/Zip:Murfreesboro, Tennessee 37132
  • Country: USA

2010 Alpha Delta Pi-athlon:

  • Join the Alpha Delta Pi chapter at MTSU for a unique triathlon challenge! This is an event unlike any other in the area and is a smaller version of a triathlon. It includes a 300 meter swim, a 10 mile bike ride, and a 5K run (3.14 mile Pi run to be exact!). This event is perfect for seasoned athletes who want to train for an upcoming triathlon OR for people who have never done one and want the personal challenge of completing their first triathlon. Beginners encouraged!

    You can register on line at active.com.

    Fees
  • $40 early bird until April 9th/ $50 day of
  • $60 for team entries until April 9th/ $75 day of
  • Student discount-$30 until April 9th/ $40 day of


    Student Discount Price
    If you are a student you may register under the Student Discount Price of $30. You MUST be a college student with a valid ID. Your University ID must be presented the day of the race or you will be charged the full amount. The day of price for students will be $40 so make sure to register before the Early Bird cut off!

    Online Registration Closes
    April 9, 2010
  • Course Information:

    Tranistion Area & Bike Racks
    We took feedback from last year's participants and have improved the transition area. This year there will only be ONE transition area and better racks to hold competitive bikes.


    Swim Details
    The swim is 300 meters, which consists of 12 lanes in the MTSU indoor pool. Participants will be marked with their race number on their arm. It will be a snake swim with participants starting at different times. The first participant will enter the water promptly at 8:00 am with the next participant following 10 seconds later and will continue with 10 seconds between each start. Participants need to provide their own swim caps, if desired. Lanes are wide enough to pass.


    Bike Details
    The bike ride is approximately 10 miles long, with the ride beginning and ending on MTSUs campus. Bib numbers must be worn at all times during the bike course. Bike helmets must be worn at all times when on mounting, dismounting, and riding the bike. Participants must provide their own helmet and required. There will be police support in place for two hours. After that participants can finish the race, but must do so at their own risk and realize they no longer have race support.


    Run Details
    The run will be 3.14 miles. All of the race will take place on MTSUs campus. Participants will drop off their bikes in the transition area and then proceed to the running course. Runners will head down Blue Raider Drive towards Old Main Circle and complete the campus course. They will end up back where they started at the Rec Center. Bib numbers must be worn at all times of the run.


    Other Info:

    Awards & Prizes
    Awards will be given to the top male and female finishers in the individual division AND the top finishers in the team division. There will also be additional categories and prizes given. Door prizes will also be given and all participants are eligible.


    T-Shirts
    T-shirts will be guaranteed to all pre-registered participants. Shirts will be first come, first serve to those who sign up the day of.


    Timing
    All timing will be done by the Murfreesboro PACERS. To check official results log onto their website approximately a week after the race at www.murfreesboropacers.com.


    Directions
    Directions to MTSU's campus can be found at http://www.mtsu.edu/maps.shtml .


    Tips & Other Websites
    For those first time mini triathletes, check out http://www.triathanewbie.com/ for helpful tips! Also visit www.mtsu.edu/adpi


    RULES & REGULATIONS OF RACE:
    You must have your helmet on and strapped before mounting your bike. You must have your race number pinned on and visible. Do not follow the biker in front of you too closely. Be at least 2 bike lengths behind them. Its dangerous and a position violation, called drafting. Ride your bike as far to the right side of the lane as possible. Pass only on the left. Violation of this rule is blocking. Let the faster riders going for the age group awards go through.


    Additional Rules & Regs
    Additional Rules & Regulations which COULD result in disqualification can be found at: www.mtsu.edu/adpi

    Additional Information
    This is the 2nd annual Alpha Delta Pi-athlon! And you won't want to miss out on this improved race. It is specifically catered to beginners who want to brag that they have completed their first triathlon. Early registration is now open and ends Friday, April 9th at 11:59 p.m. All registration is on-line at active.com, keyword Pi-athlon. If you think doing all 3 events will be too much of a challenge, we invite you to enter under our team division. It is a flat fee of $60 oniline or $75 the day of. Teams of comprised of 3 people (one person for each event) and must enter under a team name. The teams may be comprised of both male and female participants. Day of registration begins at 6:30 a.m. on April 18th. The indoor swim is easier for beginners. Both the biking and running courses are flat and fast and excellent for 1st time triathletes or those wanting to improve their time. All proceeds benefit the Ronald McDonald House and Alpha Delta Pi's Scholarship program.

    2010 Results:

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  • There are no known results for this event.
  • If you have a copy of these results, or know where they can be found on line, please email [email protected] .
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