EAGLE IN THE SUN TRIATHLON 2013
400y swim – 20k bike – 5k run
September 1, 2013 – 7:30am
SISD Aquatic Center/Student Activities Complex
2012 RESULTS | 2012 PHOTOS | 2011 PHOTOS | 2011 VIDEO
SOLD OUT FOR 2013! A limited number of INDIVIDUAL CHARITABLE spots remain that will guarantee your entry and include a donation to student scholarships. Register here for the waitlist and for Individual Charitable registrations. You’ll only be charged if accepted!
EVENT DESCRIPTION – Eagle in the Sun Triathlon begins with a 400-yard, time-trial swim in the Socorro ISD Aquatic Center. The bike course takes athletes east on a mostly flat 12mi loop and ends with a 5k run ending in the Socorro Activities Complex (football stadium).
REGISTRATION
Entry fee includes post-race snacks and drinks, race shirt, chip timing, and other surprises!
Individual
$65 before August 1
$75 August 1 – August 31
2-person Relay
$90 before August 1
$110 August 1– August 31
3-person Relay
$120 before August 1
$150 August 1 – August 31
Individual Charitable
$165 (includes $100 donation to charity – 10 available)
REGISTRATION CLOSES ON AUGUST 29
NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION!!
REFUNDS & TRANSFERS. A partial refund of your triathlon registration fee minus $30 will be given up to July 15 for requests made in writing to the race director (no emails). Mail requests to Race El Paso, P.O. Box 23208, El Paso, TX 79923. After July 15 no refunds will be given. There are no transfers allowed.
ADDITIONAL INFO
A SOUTHWEST CHALLENGE SERIES race!
Race benefits scholarships for El Paso area students.
Eagle in the Sun is USAT-sanctioned; USAT rules apply.
USAT MEMBERSHIP. All athletes must be members of USA Triathlon to compete. If you do not have an annual membership, you must purchase a one-day pass for $12. Every athlete must pick up his or her own race packet. On-site packet pickup will require photo proof of identity (driver’s license, passport, etc).
MINIMUM AGE. Athletes must be 12 years old or older to compete in the individual category. Children under 12 may participate in the swim or run portion of a relay team, but they may NOT participate in the cycling portion of the triathlon.
ESTIMATED SWIM TIME. Enter your best estimated 400-yard swim time during registration. You will be required to update your time closer to the event – details will follow to all registrants by email.
PACKET PICKUP – TBD
RACE DAY – September 1, 2013
5:30am Transition Area opens
7:00am Pre-race briefing & Opening Ceremony
7:30am RACE BEGINS
RESOURCES
MOST COMMONLY VIOLATED USAT RULES
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
TIPS FOR YOUR FIRST TRIATHLON (what to expect!)
TIPS ON WHAT TO WEAR
AWARDS. Awards go to the Top Male Overall and Top Female Overall. 1st through 3rd place will be awarded to males and females in each of the following categories: 14 & Under, 15-16, 17-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+. 1st through 3rd place will be awarded to Clydesdales (Males 220+ lbs) Under 40, Clydesdales 40+, Athenas (Females 165+ lbs) Under 40, Athenas 40+, and Relay.
TRAVEL. A number of hotels are available in the George Dieter/I-10 area.
PARKING. Athletes will receive a parking permit and are encouraged to bring family members/spectators in their cars. Please plan ahead and arrive early. Check out the Race Green page for additional information on carpooling and offsetting your carbon emissions!
BIKE RENTALS. Road bike rentals are available at Crazy Cat Cyclery – Airport (915.772.9666) and The Bicycle Company (915.544.2453) on a first-come, first-served basis. Reserve early!
TIMING. Chip Timing by CEP Timing. 2012 RESULTS | 2011 RESULTS | 2010 RESULTS
