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Xterra Wetsuits Solana Beach Triathlon & Duathon
July 27, 2008 Solana Beach, San Diego County, California Distances
Triathlon: 1/4 Mile Ocean Swim, 9 Mile Bike, 3 Mile Run
Duathlon: 1 Mile Run, 9 Mile Bike, 3 Mile Run 
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Introduction
The Xterra Wetsuits Solana Beach Triathlon & Duathlon presents the classic beach party triathlon. Come out and join the surf, sand and sun with over two thousand athletes, family and friends in the quaint surfside community of Solana Beach. With a surf entry swim and a flat bike and run course this event is sure to make your summer season a memorable one. And don't forget after you've finished your race you can head over to the Del Mar Race Track and bet on your favorite horse and watch him/her cross the finish line.
Sponsors
Xterra Wetsuits, the official sponsor of the Solana Beach Triathlon, will have wetsuits available to rent for the event. A triathlon type of wetsuit will keep you warmer, help you float and will probably make for a faster swim time.
Wetsuit Rentals
Looking
for a wetsuit rental? CLICK HERE to rent your wetsuit from Xterra Wetsuits.
Race Features
- Chip Timing (3 splits)
- Colorful Cotton T-Shirt
- Continental Breakfast
- Beer Garden
- Entertainment
- Online Results
- Awards 3 Deep for Triathlon & Duathlon
- Points for San Diego Triathlon Series
- Race Photos Available Online
Course Descriptions
The Triathlon and Duathlon both start and finish at Fletcher Cove in Solana Beach (North San Diego County).
Triathlon-The swim is in the open ocean at Fletcher Cove. Triathletes start and finish at the cove completing a 1/4 mile U-shaped course. Water temperature is approx. 66-70 degrees, wetsuits are optional. Athletes will then bike a 9 mile flat double looped course on Highway 101 and then run a 3 mile double looped flat course on Highway 101. THE RUN COURSE AND THE BIKE COURSE BOTH HAVE TWO LOOPS!!!
Duathlon-The duathletes will complete an out-and-back 1 mile run on Highway 101 and Dahlia Drive. Athletes will then bike a 9 mile flat double looped course on Highway 101 and then run a 3 mile double looped flat course on Highway 101. THE RUN COURSE AND THE BIKE COURSE BOTH HAVE TWO LOOPS!!!
Registration
Athletes have the option to register various ways; on-line, print out a downloadable entry form off this website, request an entry form via mail or by completing an entry form from Race Place Magazine and mailing it to the office. Registration will also be offered at both the expo the Saturday before and on race morning, as long as space is available.
Entry Fees
Individuals
Jan. 1 - July 4
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$70 |
July 5 - July 26 |
$80 |
Race Day |
$85 (IF Available) |
Relays |
Jan. 1 - July 4
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$90 |
July 5 - July 26 |
$100 |
Race Day |
$110 (IF Available) |
Discounts
A $5 discount is available to Triathlon Club Members, Active Military, Students 19 & Under and Seniors 60+. These discounts are valid with mail-in registration only. Mail a printed entry form with proof of discount (copy of club membership card, active military ID, Student ID or drivers license) to Spring Sprint Triathlon & Duathlon, P.O. Box 421052 San Diego, CA 92142.
A $5 discount is also available to those athletes that register in person at B&L Bike & Sports. Final day to register at B&L is Monday July 21st. This discount cannot be combined with any other discounts. B&L is located at 211 N. Coast Hwy 101 in Solana Beach.
Mail Back Option
Coming in from out of town or can't make it to check in on Saturday? For a fee of $15 we will mail you your race numbers (bib, bike and helmet) swim-cap, timing chip and waiver, to be signed and mailed back to us. You can pick up your t-shirt and goodie bag at the finish. We do not guarantee your size since we have run out of sizes at other events. To guarantee that your finishers t-shirt in the size you requested and goodie bag is available for you to pick up on race day, you can sign up for the VIP Check-In. Packages typically will arrive one week prior to the race. Entries with the mail back option selected must be received by July 9, 2008. NO EXCEPTIONS!!
VIP Option
For a fee of $30 your race numbers, swim cap, goodie-bag and t-shirt will be ready for your pick-up on race morning. Pre-race check in is not mandatory, you will check-in on race morning at the VIP check-in table. You will sign a waiver and pick up your race materials. VIP athletes have reserved bike racks with their names in the transition area.
Refund & Transfer Policy
Partial refunds and transfers are available. Cancel by July
4 and receive a refund, minus a $10 cancellation fee. Cancel July 5-July 19
and receive a refund, minus a $25 dollar
cancellation fee. There will be no refunds once the race is sold out. If the
race is not sold out then refunds will be available up to one week prior to the
race. No transfers will be allowed 72 hours prior to race weekend. There will
be NO EXCEPTIONS to these rules.
Race Divisions
Awards will be given three deep in each category for the triathlon and duathlon.
Athletes may register as a male or female aged:
- 14-15
- 16-19
- 20-24
- 25-29
- 30-34
- 35-39
- 40-44
- 45-49
- 50-54
- 55-59
- 60-64
- 65-69
- 70-74
- 75+
Special Divisions Include:
- Elite (Triathlon Only)
- Challenged (Triathlon Only)
- Military
- Clydesdale
- Clydesdale 40+
Relays- Athletes can register as a relay team for the triathlon. Teams are comprised of three members, each member does one event; the swim, bike or run. Teams can compete in four categories:
- Men
- Women
- Mixed (both men and women)
- 120+ (ages of all athletes =120+)
- 80+ (duathlon only)
Pre-Race Check In
All athletes must attend the mandatory race check-in to pick up their race materials. Athletes will sign the race waiver and pick up their timing chip, race numbers, swim cap and t-shirt.
Check-in is at B&L Bike & Sport on Saturday July 26, 2008 from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm.
If you are unable to attend, choose the mail back option or VIP check-in.
THERE IS A $10 LATE PACKET PICK UP FEE ON RACE MORNING
Event Time Schedule
Saturday July 26, 2008
11:00 am to 4:00 pm: Mandatory Pre-Race Check In at B&L Bike & Sports
Sunday July 27, 2008
5:00 am: Parking Lot Opens
5:45 am: Transition area opens / Late Check-In Starts
6:55 am: Final Instructions � Transition Area Closed
7:00 am: DUATHLON WAVE STARTS BEGIN
7:10 am: TRIATHLON WAVE STARTS
10:00 am: Awards presentations (approximate times)
10:30 am: Transition area closes. All bikes must be removed
Directions / Parking
B&L Bike & Sports, Solana Beach: Take I-5 to Lomas Santa Fe Drive. Head west (toward the coast) to Hwy 101 (Coast Hwy) turn right and proceed north � mile. B&L is located on the left side at 211 North Coast Hwy 101, in Solana Beach
Fletcher Cove, Solana Beach: Take I-5 to Lomas Santa Fe Drive to Fletcher Cove. Parking is available at the beach parking lot, along S. Sierra; at the train depot on Cedros (one block east of Hwy 101); or along nearby residential streets.
Hotel Accommodations
TBD
Beneficiary
Partial Proceeds benefit the Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF). CAF raises funds for disabled individuals to purchase special adaptive sports equipment, training and travel to sporting
Volunteer
If you are interested in volunteering for this event please send an email to info@kozenterprises.com. Please include your name, organization and contact information.
Disclaimer
The race course and timeline can be changed at the discretion of the race organization. All distances are approximate by GPS measurements. The race can be altered, postponed or cancelled with no refunds due to weather, natural disturbances, police activity, acts of terrorism and threats of terrorism.
Information
For race related questions email info@kozenterprises.com or call 858.268.1250