On-Road National
Championships Sunday, April 25, 2010
Here
is a chance for the duathlon community to once again showcase their sport. Last year's event boasted the largest Duathlon field ever in the U.S., which means even better things to come in 2010! You'll love the
downtown Richmond environment and the European feel to the festival.
You will be able to walk to the event from your downtown hotel.
The on-road events' transition
area, start and finish will all be within walking distance of New Market’s corporate
headquarters at 2nd and Byrd streets in downtown Richmond, Virginia.
You do not have to qualify to compete. No drafting is allowed for any event.
Sunday's on-road events are now closed. For the safety of our athletes, no registrations will be accepted for Sunday's events since it has reached capacity.
There will be achange in the first run distance for the On-Road Age Group National Championship this year. As a result of a decision by the USAT Duathlon Committee,the first run will be a 5k instead of a 10k. See below for updated course maps.
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USAT Age Group National Championships The USAT National
Championships will
feature a 5k run, a 38k bike and a 5k run. The race will start on Byrd Street and is a fast and scenic loop that goes through downtown, then along the Canal Walk and Brown's Island before heading back into transition. The 38k bike course is a three loop course that
traverses Lee Bridge, the beautiful Riverside Drive and has a wide open turnaround in Forest Hill Park. The
5k run, after the bike, leaves transition and is the same as the first 5k course except for first 400 meters. Even though this is a USAT National Championship
event it is open to anyone that would like to enter. No qualifying is necessary.
Sport
Race and USAT Junior National Championships A good way
to get started in duathlon is the sport race which is shorter
distance than the full National Championship course. The race is
a 5k (3.1miles) run with a 13k (8 miles) bike and a 2.5k (1.5
miles) run. The course is all downtown with the run on Brown’s
Island and the canal walk and the bike is in and around the Lee
Bridge in downtown Richmond. The course will be for bikes only
with no cars or motorized vehicles. The teenage competitors “Junior”
riders ages 13-15, 16-19 compete on the same course as the sport
competitors. No drafting is allowed in the Junior National Championship race. There are no qualifying races or standards for this
event.
Youth USAT National Championships The kids "youth" races will be held on Saturday, April 24 at noon. Note this is the only on-road event being held on Saturday. This is a great way to introduce young kids to duathlon racing in a secure and friendly environment. The age groups 7-8, 9-10, 11-12 compete on a 1k run, 2.5k bike and a 1k run. Parents will easily be able to watch the action as the kids do one lap on the 4k bike course and the run is all within sight of the transition area. No drafting will be allowed. Kids will enjoy the fun atmosphere and parents will be able to cheer their young duathletes on to finish the course.
The kids (youth) races are open to anyone. The kids should be capable of finishing these distances on their own. They will be running and riding on a course with no vehicles with plenty of course marshals. A basic knowledge of bike safety is required.
Du Duo On-Road Relay This event is for those who like to either run or bike, but not both. One team member will run the 5k at the beginning and the 5k at the end, then the other teammate will bike the 38k in the middle. This event will take place on the same course as the on-road championships and will start at 9:10 with the men's 30-34 age group racers. Please note that only two person teams may enter. Please enter your team name in the appropriate pace on the entry. Prizes will be awarded for the most creative team names.
ON-ROAD COURSE MAPS Click on a link to view the course map.
USA TRIATHLON MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENT
In order to participate in any of the events, you must be a current annual member of USA Triathlon and show your membership card when you pick up your race packet. If you are not a member, you can either become an annual member for $39 online or purchase a $10 one-day license when picking up your packet. Youth can become annual members for $5 either online or at packet pick-up. One day licenses are not available for youth. YOU MUST PURCHASE AN ANNUAL OR ONE DAY MEMBERSHIP OR YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO COMPETE (and you will forfeit your event entry fee). A one-day license allows you to compete in a USAT-sanctioned race without purchasing an annual membership. The $10 fee provides you with excess accident insurance for that race only. A one-day license cannot be purchased through the national office. Make sure to bring $10 with you to packet pick-up, or become an annual member. Please visit usatriathlon. org if you have any questions.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION Please note:
Entry fees are non-refundable and entries are non-transferable, no exceptions.
This race is sanctioned by, and conducted under the rules of, USA Triathlon.
None of the events are draft legal.
All of the events are open to everyone with no qualifying required.
EVENT VENUE and TRANSITION AREA INFO The Start/Finish and Transition
Area is the field adjacent to 2nd Street and bordering New Market
Corporation. The address is 330 South 4th Street, Richmond, VA 23219.
The transition area will be open Saturday, April 24 at 4:30 pm until 6:00 pm for bike check-in. It is mandatory that you check your bike in during this time. You do not need to leave anything but your bike overnight (helmets, etc. can be brought with you on Sunday morning). Rack space will be assigned by number. USAT Officials and Event Volunteers will be present to assist and ensure all bikes are racked properly. Heavy security will be present all Saturday evening and into Sunday morning.
Throughout the weekend, be sure to follow all of the well-marked access point signs and volunteer instructions for traffic flow. This will ensure a safe and smooth transition area for everyone.
You will be able to retrieve your bike after the majority of athletes in your age group have finished through one well-marked exit. The Transition Area is designed so that athletes that have completed their race will not impede athletes still racing. No bikes will leave the transition area without the athlete and running bib number, no exceptions. This is to protect your property.
Separate run in/out and bike in/out access points will be used for racers. Since the waves start at 7:30 a.m. and continue throughout the day, please stay out of the run in/out and bike in/out chutes unless your wave has begun.
CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP The USAT Duathlon National Championships will once again feature a club championship for the on-road age group event. Points will be awarded by entry and by finishing place in the age group championships and prize money will be sent by USAT following the event. The club with the most finishers will receive $500, 2nd place will get $300 and the 3rd place club will get $200. Only USAT member clubs are eligible. Try to knock off last year's winner, Endorphin Fitness! Here's a breakdown of how the scoring will work (high score wins):
1/2 point will be awarded for every entry.
In each age group category for on-road competitors including youth and junior races (not sport), points will be awarded based on this system:
10 points for 1st place
9 points for 2nd
8 points for 3rd
7 points for 4th
6 points for 5th
5 points for 6th
4 points for 7th
3 points for 8th
2 points for 9th
1 point for 10th
DUATHLON TRAINING TEAM OFFERED IN RICHMOND
Are you ready to try something different? Do you want to cross-train but don’t know where to start? Are you a runner with a bike? Or are you a cyclist that occasionally runs? Have you ever wanted to try a triathlon but the swim keeps you from trying? Take advantage of the training team to make it happen! Click here for more info.
COLLEGIATE DIVISION Are you part of a college team and think you're number one? No longer do you have to be on the football team to win your school a national title. Enter the name of your college and be a part of the Collegiate championships. Please note that you can compete for your college or your club but not both.
Points will be awarded by entry and by finishing place in the age group championships. Will West Point once again take the crown? The college with the most finishers will receive $500, 2nd place will get $300 and the 3rd place club will get $200. Here's a breakdown of how the scoring will work (high score wins):
1/2 point will be awarded for every entry.
In each age group category for on-road competitors, points will be awarded based on this system:
10 points for 1st place
9 points for 2nd
8 points for 3rd
7 points for 4th
6 points for 5th
5 points for 6th
4 points for 7th
3 points for 8th
2 points for 9th
1 point for 10th
DU DUO RELAY Do you like to run but not bike or vice versa? Grab a friend and form a Du Duo Relay team. One team member will run and the other bike. Please note that only two person teams may enter. Please enter your team name in the appropriate place on the entry. Prizes will be awarded for the most creative team names.
DOUBLE DU For those of you that want the full duathlon festival experience, compete in the Off-Road Expert or Sport race on Saturday and the On-Road Championship or Sport race on Sunday and you will win a special Double Du finishers plaque. And, the fastest Double Du competitor in the championships will win the coveted Sports Backers Double Du Trophy.
RICHMOND TRI-CLUB TAILGATE PARTY The Richmond Triathlon Club will once again be hosting a special tailgate party on Sunday after the races. You won't want to miss this opportunity to kick back and drink some cold ones and have some great post-race food.
AGE GROUP INFORMATION Male and Female National Champions
will be determined in the categories noted below. Eighteen spots per age group will qualify for the World Championships in Edinburgh, Scotland on September 3-5, rolling down to 25th place.
Youth Races (on Saturday at noon)
7-8 years
9-10 years
11-12 years
Junior Championship
Races (on Sunday)
13-15 years
16-19 years
Age Group National Championship Races
18 - 19 years
20 – 24 years
25 – 29 years
30 – 34 years
35 – 39 years
40 – 44 years
45 – 49 years
50 – 54 years
55 – 59 years
60 – 64 years
65 – 69 years
70 – 74 years
75 – 79 years
80 – 84 years
+ on upward
Your age as of December 31, 2010 determines your category (not your age
on race day). This is a USAT rule.
AWARDS CEREMONY
The Awards Ceremony will take place on Sunday in the food/tailgate area after the completion of the Sport race, most likely around noon. Athletes who have qualified for the World Championships should attend the ceremony to claim their spot. If you are not able to attend, contact Amanda Duke from USAT. The top three athletes in each age group will also be recognized.
COURSE CUTOFF TIMES
All participants in the On-Road Championship race (including the Du Duo Relay) must be able to finish the 5k run and 38k bike in 3 hours in order to start the last 5k run. Competitors in the On-Road Sport race must be able to finish the 5k run and 13k bike in 2 hours to be able to start the last 2.5k run. These time limits will be enforced to ensure all athletes' safety.
PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED DIVISIONS Physically challenged divisions will once again be offered for this year. You will be asked during the registration process if you would like to compete in this category.
WATER STOPS/FEED
STATIONS Run Course - There will be 1 water stop on each 5k course in addition to the one in transition.
Bike Course - There is NO bottle exchange/feed station on
the bike course.
Transition
Area - Water and Gatorade will be offered adjacent to
the Transition Area on the run course.
HOST HOTEL The Host Hotel for the National
Duathlon Festival will be the Crowne Plaza Downtown Richmond located
just a few blocks from the event venue. For a list of hotels offering
special rates and other travel information, click
here. All registration and the expo will take place at the
venue site.
BIKE ASSEMBLY
SERVICE OFFERED 3Sports can provide incoming athletes with receipt and assembly services
as well as disassembly and return freight service for their bicycles
and equipment. For $25 3Sports will receive the bicycle, assemble
it, tune it up and have it ready and waiting for pickup at the
shop. 3Sports will also provide free inspection and adjustment
services at the shop anytime the week prior to the race.
In addition, after
the event 3Sports is able to provide disassembly and return shipping
services for athletes and their equipment for an additional $25
plus UPS freight charges.
Any athletes interested
in these or any other specific services please contact Ben (bennett@threesports.com)
or Andrew (andrew@threesports.com)
at 3Sports to make arrangements or to discuss any other specific
requests. Riders should also include their name and any special
requests on a note inside the bike box.
3Sports Shipping Address
is:
3Sports
445 North Ridge Road
Richmond, VA 23229
804.288.4000
www.threesports.com
GREAT GOODIES FOR EACH COMPETITOR
