Events
EAGLE IN THE SUN TRIATHLON
September 5, 2010 7:30am
Tigua Recreation and Wellness Center
A SOUTHWEST CHALLENGE SERIES race!
THE RACE IS SOLD OUT, AND THE WAITLIST IS CLOSED. We hope you will race next year! Please join us on race day as a volunteer or spectator!
Event Description: 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!
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Benefiting El Paso Diabetes Association.
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 – September 1
2-person Relay: $90 before August 1
$110 August 1– September 1
3-person Relay: $120 before August 1
$150 August 1 – September 1
REGISTRATION CLOSES ON SEPTEMBER 1 – NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION!!
Eagle in the Sun Triathlon is USAT-sanctioned and USAT rules will 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 $10.
Estimated Swim Time: We will request that you update your estimated swim time three weeks before the race. At that time, we need your best estimated 400m swim time.
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RACE WEEKEND SCHEDULE:
Saturday, September 4
3-6pm – Packet Pickup at Tigua Recreation and Wellness Center (11200 Santos Sanchez 79927)
USAT members must provide proof of current USAT membership (e.g., membership cards) to avoid the $10 one-day membership charge. All racers must provide positive proof of identity.
4:30pm – Race Briefing (information on the race course, rules, Q & A)
Sunday, September 5 (RACE DAY)
5:30am — Transition Area Opens (check-in, body marking, safety checks, pick-up timing chip)
7am — Pre-race Meeting & Swim Line-up
7:30am — RACE BEGINS
10:30am — Awards
7pm — Post-race Party at Hope & Anchor (4012 N. Mesa)
PARKING: Parking at the facility is limited and we strongly encourage carpooling. Athletes will receive a parking permit at packet pickup and are encouraged to bring any family members/spectators in their cars. Please plan ahead and arrive early.
Refunds & Transfers: A partial refund of your triathlon registration fee minus $30 will be given up to July 1 for requests made in writing to the race director (no emails). After July 1 no refunds will be given. Mail requests to Race El Paso, P.O. Box 23208, El Paso, TX 79923. There are no transfers allowed. 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).
Travel: Holiday Inn Express East is offering participants a rate of $79 for a standard room and $86 for a suite. Microtel Inns & Suites – East is offering participants a rate of $60 (up to 3 people per room with no per-person charges). Both options are near the race site and offer breakfast! Ask for the “EAGLE IN THE SUN TRIATHLON” rate.
Carpool: Check out PickupPal or get in touch with other triathletes in your area and plan to ride together.
Carbon Offsets: Ever wonder how much your travel costs the Earth? Consider paying it forward by offsetting your travel emissions through NativeEnergy. The money goes to renewable energy projects such as wind farms that would not otherwise be built.
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!
Chip Timing by CEP Timing.
Relay Match: Want to race but need to find a buddy who runs, swims or cycles? We’re here to help! Email us at raceelpaso@gmail.com with your contact information plus what you need and who you’ve got (i.e., I’m a cyclist looking for a runner and swimmer.). We’ll do our best to match you with others looking for teammates.
