Start: Saturday, October 2, 2010 @ 7:00 AM
7:00 a.m.
Weed Beach Park, Nearwater LaneNearwater Lane and Brush Island Darien, CT
$85 through July 15, 2010$100 as of July 16, 2010See Below for New Registration Features
The ITP Foundation is a non-profit organization focusing on ITP (Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura), a rare bleeding disorder, in children and youth. We seek to raise awareness of ITP among the general public, medical and health care professionals, and elected officials. In addition, we work to fund vital medical research into various aspects of ITP, including its cause, treatment and cure, and, to provide financial assistance to the families of children with ITP.
Swim-0.8K (0.5M) Bike-24K (15M) Run-8K(5M)
--RACE BELT: Additional $10 --TRAINING PROGRAM: Add $50 to your registration and be placed on a 12 Week Training Program designed by Professional Triathlete Jessi Stensland --VIP ACCESS: $250 flat rate includes: 1) 2010 ITPMAN Registration 2) VIP Parking Pass 3) Sign-up at the ITPMAN VIP-Table 4) Official ITPMAN Race Belt 5) 12 Week Training Program 6) A personal volunteer to assist you on race day
Sign up your relay team - $200 registration fee - All members must be USAT members. Those who are not USAT members must apply for the one-day USAT membership before registering. For more info, visit: www.usatriathlon.org/content/index/58
To take place immediately following the ITPMAN on October 2 AGE GROUPS: 6 & 7, 8-10, 11-12, 13-15 REGISTRATION: $30 through July 15, 2010, $35 as of July 16, 2010 DISTANCES: 6-10 year olds – 1/4 mile run, 2 mile bike ½ mile run11-15 year olds ½ mile run, 4 mile bike, 1 mile run See www.itpfoundation.org for more details!!!
Ages 13 to 15 can register for the Duathlon or the Tri, but registrations are final. Athletes under 18 must be registered by parent or legal guardian.
Registration for the 2010 ITPMAN is FREE if you are already an ITP Team member, or you become a member before July 1, 2010. *PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: If you have not done so already, you must pay the $150 ITP Team membership fee, along with your commitment to raising $350 for The ITP Foundation. Members must email the ITP Foundation for your ITPMAN password. To become a member of the ITP Team, please visit http://www.itpfoundation.org/new-team.htm.
Limited to first 500 athletes
Prized Gift Certificates awarded to the overall 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place male and female finishers of age groups:Youth Division, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65+
You will be able to pick up your race packet in the weeks leading up the the ITPMAN. The dates and location for race packet pickup will be announced shortly. -RACE PACKET PICKUP REQUIRES PHOTO ID! A valid USAT membership card must be presented for packet pickup, or entrant will be required to purchase a one-day USAT membership. Entrants must be present.NO ONE CAN PICK UP YOUR PACKET ON YOUR BEHALF.
The ITPMAN Triathlon will be timed using the AMB Chip Timing System. You must wear the AMB Chip secured to your ankle at all times. You must return your Chip immediately after crossing the finish line. If you do not return the AMB Chip you will be charged $78. Only competitors wearing the chip attached to their ankle will have split times and final times recorded. If you compete but do not finish the race, PLEASE return your chip to the timing officials at the finish line.
Entry to competitors with race numbers ONLY!Please request family members and friends to remain outside the transition area. Bicycles must be placed on assigned bike racks. Bikes on wrong racks will be removed from the race. NO cycling in or out of the transition area. Cycling past the "DISMOUNT" signs at the entrance to the transition area will result in a 2 minute penalty.
The Tyvek run number must be worn on the front, and made visible (not folded), during the entire race. If during the race you enter the transition area, or cross the finish line, and your number is not visible, you will receive a 2 minute penalty The 2-sided vinyl (adhesive-backed) number must be attached to the FRONT of the top tube of your bicycle and not removed from your bicycle until after you leave the transition area.
Swim course will be "clockwise" and waves will be by age groups (as per USAT formula). Competitors must wear the official swim cap provided in race packet. Failure to wear the official swim cap will result in DISQUALIFICATION! You will be disqualified if you hang on to a surfboard or any other water safety vessel. You must notify a race official IMMEDIATELY if you do not complete the swim. Wet suits are allowed
The bike course is 15 miles. Click on Map Below - Each contestant is individually responsible for repair and maintenance of their bike. • Contestants must follow instructions of race officials and public authorities and must obey all traffic laws...FAILURE TO DO SO WILL RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION!
You must maintain a distance of three bike lengths from the bike in front of you! You may not be closer than this distance for any period exceeding 15 seconds. If you are, you will be assessed a TWO minute penalty for each successive violation. Riding alongside another biker will also result in a 2 minute penalty
A bicycling helmet must be positively secured with chin strap before leaving the transition area. Riding without a helmet will result in immediate disqualification! Helmets must be ANSI, USCF or SNELL approved.
The run course is 5 miles. Description click on Map below The roads throughout the run and bike course will be OPEN to the normal flow of traffic. You must obey traffic rules at ALL times! While on the run course you MUST run WITH the direction of traffic and stay on the RIGHT shoulder of the road at ALL times! You will be penalized 4 minutes if you interfere with the normal flow of traffic.
KNOW THE COURSEAll turns on the bike course are marked by a series of small (12") orange cones. Following them is essential to stay on course. If in doubt at any intersection, always follow the direction marked by the orange cones. Exit all traffic circles in the direction of the cones. Do not expect volunteers, marshalls and/or police personnel to point you in the right direction. They are on the course only for traffic control at key intersections.
Award winners must be present at the post-race awards ceremony to claim their prize. No Exceptions! Even if you don't qualify for an award please stick around to support those who did!
Is there someone you know who would be willing to volunteer while you're competing? Please email the ITP Foundation with their name and contact information. Volunteers will receive a souvenir T-shirt and our sincere thanks!
Results will be posted on The ITP Foundation website. www.itpfoundation.org.
FOR A COURSE MAP CLICK HERE.
For a complete and comprehensive guide for you to print out in preparation for the Darien Sport Shop ITPMAN, please visit www.itpfoundation.org and print out your copy of the 2010 ITPMAN COMPETITOR INFORMATION GUIDE.
Click here to view the event organizer's website
USA Triathlon is the national governing body for the sports of triathlon, duathlon, winter triathlon and aquathlon in the United States. Participation in a USAT sanctioned event means the event director has the proper permits in place, liability and athlete excess medical insurance coverage and the event plan has met the standard of organization required. USA Triathlon provides rules, guidance and governance to set the standard for safe and fair multi-sport races. For more information on USA Triathlon and fueling the multi-sport lifestyle, visit our website at http://www.usatriathlon.org.
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