EAGLE IN THE SUN TRIATHLON 2012
400m swim – 20k bike – 5k run
September 2, 2012 – 7:30am
New venue for 2012!
Registration will open MARCH 15.
EVENT DESCRIPTION – NEW VENUE ANNOUNCEMENT COMING SOON!
Eagle in the Sun Triathlon starts with a 400-meter swim in an Olympic-size indoor pool. The 20k bike course is an out-and-back on the historical Mission Trail, and the 5k run takes place on the Tigua Indian reservation! Individuals and relay teams are welcome for the event. The beginner-friendly course is flat and fast!
REGISTRATION
All Entry Fees include processing fees!
Entry fee includes post-race snacks and drinks, race shirt, water bottle, chip timing, and a reusable race bag full of 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 Family Service of El Paso – 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!
Benefiting Family Service of El Paso, a private, nonprofit social service agency that makes counseling available to anyone regardless of ability to pay.
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).
ESTIMATED SWIM TIME. Enter your best estimated 400-meter swim time during registration. You will not be required to update your time, but you can update it through July 31 by sending an email with your new time to raceelpasoregister@gmail.com.
RESOURCES
RACE WEEKEND SCHEDULE ~ Coming soon!
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+. 1st through 3rd place will be awarded to Clydesdales (Males 200+ lbs) Under 40, Clydesdales 40+, Athenas (Females 150+ lbs) Under 40, Athenas 40+, and Relay.
TRAVEL. Holiday Inn Express – East is offering a rate of $79/night for triathletes! Ask for the RACE EL PASO rate. The hotel is located at 11825 Gateway Blvd. West, El Paso, TX 79936 (915-590-3200).
PARKING. Parking at the facility is limited; we strongly encourage carpooling. 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. 2011 RESULTS | 2010 RESULTS
