The Big Cajun Triathlon @ False River

Date

Start: Saturday, October 23, 2010 @ 7:00 AM

Address

Morrison Parkway Boat Ramp
108 East Main Street New Roads, LA

Fees

The Big Cajun Tri @ False River: $80.00 through August 31; $100.00 September 1- October 15; and, $120 after.

Registration Closing Date

Thursday, October 21, 2010 @ 11:59 PM PST

Brief Description

The Big Cajun Triathlon @ False River: 1500 meters of swimming in False River, 40K of pedaling on the roads of Pointe Coupee Parish, and 10K on foot through New Roads. This is the only Olympic distance race in Louisiana this year. Whether a winding down the 2010 triathlon season or warming up for a late season Ironman, this is your race!

Hoodies to the First 50 Registered!

The first 50 registered for The Big Cajun Triathlon @ False River will receive hoodie sweatshirts!!

The Big Cajun Triathlon @ False River

The Big Cajun Triathlon @ False River: 1500 meters of swimming in False River, 40K of pedaling on the roads of Pointe Coupee Parish, and 10K on foot through New Roads. This is the only Olympic distance race in Louisiana this year. Whether a winding down the 2010 triathlon season or warming up for a late season Ironman, this is your race!

The Big Cajun Tri Individual Entry Fees

The Big Cajun Tri @ False River: $80.00 through August 31; $100.00 September 1- October 15; and, $120 after.

Big Cajun Tri Relay Teams

Don't want to do the whole race? Come race The Big Cajun Tri as a team! Relay teams categories are all female, all male, or coed. Each team member will compete in one of the individual sports. Relay teams must have a minimum of 2 participants. (Yes, one team member can do 2 sports while the other team member does the other sport.)

Big Cajun Tri Relay Entry Fees

The Big Cajun Tri @ False River Relays: (per team) $135.00 through August 31; $160.00 September 1- October 15; and, $180 after.

Big Cajun/NRG Aquabike

Like to swim and bike but would rather not run? Here's your race--The Big Cajun/NRG Aquabike: 1500 meters of swimming in False River and 40K of pedaling on the roads of Pointe Coupee Parish. Those racing The Big Cajun Triathlon as the swimmer and cyclist for a relay team CAN race the Big Cajun/NRG Aquabike as an individual as well BUT you must register for BOTH events. (Yes, you'll have 2 timing chips!)

Big Cajun/NRG Aquabike Individual Entry Fees

The Big Cajun/NRG Aquabike: $60.00 through August 31; $80.00 September 1- October 15; and, $100 after.

Big Cajun/NRG Aquabike Relay Teams:

Rather just swim or ride? Team up! Race the Big Cajun/NRG Aquabike as a team! Relay teams categories are all female, all male, or coed. Each team member will compete in one of the individual sports. Relay teams must have 2 participants.

Big Cajun/NRG Aquabike Relay Entry Fees

The Big Cajun/NRG Aquabike Relays: (per team) $100.00 through August 31; $125.00 September 1- October 15; and, $150 after.

False River 1500 Open Water Swim

Got gills? Rather leave the leg work to others? Here's your race--The False River 1500 Open Water Swim: 1500 meters of open water swimming in False River. Those racing The Big Cajun Triathlon and/or Big Cajun/NRG Aquabike as the swimmer for a relay team CAN race the False River 1500 as an individual as well BUT you must register for ALL events separately in which they'll be participating. (Yes, you'll have multiple timing chips!)

False River 1500 Open Water Swim Entry Fees

The Big Cajun Tri @ False River: $45.00 through August 31; $65.00 September 1- October 15; and, $85.00 after October 15.

New Roads, Pointe Coupee Parish

The Big Cajun Triathlon @ False River is being held in the City of New Roads, Pointe Coupee Parish, LA. The City of New Roads is a jewel on the shores of False River. New Roads and Pointe Coupee Parish have much to offer. Be sure to stay and visit, shop and browse. Remember that most of are visitors to this wonderful part of Louisiana so be sure to thank our hosts!

Participant limitations

The total field is limited to 250 individuals and 30 relay teams (male, female, and coed). There will be wave starts. Wave starts will be determined prior to the race date and posted on the race web site as well at packet pick up.

USA Triathlon Sanctioned Race

This race is being sanctioned with USA Triathlon. ALL participants, including all relay team members, must be a licensed USA Triathlon member at the time of registration or buy a one-day license to participate for $10.00 + a $3.00 handling fee. For more information on USA Triathlon and to join, see www.usatriathlon.org or call 719/597-9090. USAT rules shall be enforced. You are responsible for knowing the USAT race rules.

Refunds and Race Delays

There are no refunds. The race will take place rain or shine BUT the race director reserves the right to modify the course or change the start time or possibly even the date of the race for the safety of the participants.

Packet Pick- Up & Race Day Registration

Packet pick-up will be held at Fleet Feet in Baton Rouge, 6251 Perkins Road, Suite C, on Thurs.,October 21, 2010 from 10:00 a.m-5:00 p.m.; and, from 4 - 7 p.m., Fri., October 22, 2010 in New Roads at or near the race site. On race day packets will be available from 5:15 a.m. - 6:30 a.m. at the race site. There will be limited race day registration at the New Roads packet pick up and during packet pick up on race morning. Registration is also available at Fleet Feet through October 22, 2010.

Directions to the race site

From U.S. Highway 190, take Louisiana Highway 1 north to New Roads. From the LA 1/ LA 15 intersection, follow signs to downtown area. Stay on Louisiana Highway 15 to Morrison Parkway boat launch, at Satterfield’s Restaurant, across from Regions Bank.

The Swim--1500 meters

This is an open water swim. Water temperatures will most likely be in the 70's. Though use of wet suits is subject to USA Triathlon rules, we expect that it will be a wetsuit swim. There will be boats and other water safety aid available during the swim but such should not take the place of training. You should be able to swim at least 1 mile before deciding to enter this event. All swimmers will be required to wear swim caps, which will be provided.

The Bike -- 40K (24.8 miles)

This is a loop course. The course is very flat. The roads are paved and, under Louisiana standards, have reasonably good surfaces BUT do not be mislead by the fact that the City is "New Roads." There are some potholes and areas that we will endeavor to mark to call your attention to them but you are required to keep your attention to your ride and your surroundings. All turns will be marked. Volunteers will be on the course but you are to stay aware of the surroundings and to know the course!

The Run--10K (6.2 miles)

The run will start and finish at or near the transition area at the boat ramp. The course will include the streets within and around the City of New Roads. The course will be marked and volunteers will be on the course. There will be at least 4 possibilities to pass an aid station on the run. The aid stations will offer water, fluid replacement drinks, and energy gels.

Awards

The overall male and female, master’s male and female, and grandmaster male and female winners will receive awards. Awards will be given to the top 3 male and female athletes in 14 and under age group and 5 year age groups from 15-70+. Awards will be given to the top 2 male, female, and coed relay teams.

Post Race Party and Awards Ceremony

Be sure to hang around and enjoy a post race party and the City of New Roads following the race. The awards ceremony will be held as soon as possible following each race. Unclaimed awards will not be mailed.

Further Information

Further Information: For further information, contact Andy Kennedy, Multisport Fitness multisportfit@aol.com , 225-505-9129 or Michelle Mayer, Fleet Feet Racing, Fleet Feet Baton Rouge, 6251 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge, LA , michelle@fleetfeetbatonrouge.com , 225-448-2878.

Beneficiaries & Causes

A portion of the proceeds from the race will benefit local charities including but not limited to Wheels to Succeed. Learn more about Wheels to Succeed at www.wheelstosucceed.org

Additional Information

The Big Cajun Triathlon @ False River Triathlon, Big Cajun NRG Aquabike, and False River 1500 are sponsored, in part, by NRG and are being held in the City of New Roads, Pointe Coupee Parish, LA. The City of New Roads is a jewel on the shores of False River. New Roads and Pointe Coupee Parish have much to offer. Be sure to stay and visit, shop and browse. Remember that most of are visitors to this wonderful part of Louisiana so be sure to thank our hosts!

More Information

Click here to view the event organizer's website

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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