Pyramid Lake Sprint Triathlon 2010

Pyramid Lake Nevada - Sutcliffe Marina

Saturday, July 31, 2010 @ 8:00 AM

Date

Start: Saturday, July 31, 2010 @ 8:00 AM

Address

Pyramid Lake Nevada - Sutcliffe Marina
33 miles north of Reno on SR 445 Sutcliffe, NV

Registration Closing Date

Tuesday, July 26, 2011 @ 11:59 PM PST

Brief Description

The triathlon is a annual event sponsored by the Reno Area Triathlon club to benefit local organizations and charities. The Southwest Region of UAT is sponsoring a series of developmental sprint races to encourage youth (ages 13-15) and juniors (ages 16-19) athletes to participate in triathlons. PLST is proud to be part of this race series.

Directions

Pyramid Lake is 33 miles north of Reno on State Route 445. From I-80, take the Pyramid Way exit #19 and proceed north.

Junior Development Race Series

The Southwest Region of USAT is sponsoring a series of developmental sprint races to encourage youth (ages 13-15) and juniors (ages 16-19) athletes to participate in triathlons. Ages are determined by USAT rules (age as of Dec 31, 2010). Each event winner will receive an award provided by the region, as well as ranking points. The last event of the season will crown the series champions. PLST is proud to be part of this race series.

Additional Information

Course Description: Swim: 65-75° expected water temperature; wetsuits recommended. (1) .5 mile loop Bike: 14 Miles - Flat and fairly fast with a few rolling hills. Course goes north State Route 445 to the half way turnaround , then heads south back to the Marina. Run: Flat and Fast. Loop course goes south of the Marina via pavement and an old railroad grade. Sprint Distance: (1) 3 mile loop

Sanctioning

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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