Big Kahuna Triathlon - 2008
Distances
The Big Kahuna is a long course triathlon consisting of a 1.2-mile swim, a 56-mile bike and a 13.1-mile run. Please click on the links above for specific information or maps for the Swim, Bike or Run courses.
Location
The event starts and finishes near the historic Beach Boardwalk in Santa Cruz, CA. The courses you will be competing on are almost entirely coastal with breathtaking views of the rugged California coast, lighthouses and a dramatic finish at the main stage of the Beach Boardwalk. Visit the Directions page for maps, parking information and driving instructions.
Packet Pick-Up
Packet pick-up will take place during the Big Kahuna Expo on Saturday, September 6th from 10:00am to 6:00pm at the transition area located at Depot Park. Race packets will contain your designated swim cap, timing chip, bike tags, runner’s bib and your commemorative Big Kahuna t-shirt. Pre-purchased merchandise will also be available at the Expo. Visit the Expo Page for more information about the Big Kahuna Expo.
Race Start Time
Sunday, September 7th at 7:00am on the Santa Cruz Main Beach east of the wharf. There will be a MANDATORY MEETING at 6:45am at the start line for last minute race instructions along with current course condition reports. Plan to arrive 1-2 hours prior to the start. You need time to park, check in, drop your bike, get marked etc. The event will start at 7:00am sharp!
Time Limit
Athletes MUST return to the transition zone from the bike segment no later than 1:00PM regardless of start time (last wave starts at 7:40AM). No athletes will be allowed to begin the run after the 1:00PM cut-off time.
Weather Conditions
September is one of the best months to be in Santa Cruz. Not to worry, though… you won’t boil out there. Average temperature for September is 64 degrees Fahrenheit. Normal for that time of year would be a high of 76 and a low of 53. For up to date weather conditions in Santa Cruz, visit www.accuweather.com.
Overall Awards
The top three Overall male and female finishers. top three age group, top three Top Athena & Clydesdale along with the top relay teams will be celebrated on the podium of the main stage with some truly original island-style awards and ceremonies. The awards ceremony begins promptly at 2:00pm.
Overall, Age Divisions & Relay Awards
Top three male and female overall, top three competitors in the following age divisions, top three Athena/Clydesdale and top three relay teams will also receive a truly island-style award on the main stage at 2:00pm.
• 19 & Under
• 20-24
• 25-29
• 30-34
• 35-39
• 40-44
• 45-49
• 50-54
• 55-59
• 60-64
• 65-69
• 70+
• Athena & Clydesdale
• All Female Relay
• All Male Relay
• Co-Ed Realy
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Team in Training
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is the Charity of Choice for the Big Kahuna Triathlon. Help raise money towards cures for blood cancers and receive a sports training program
that provides an experience of a lifetime.
Visit www.teamintraining.org for program details.
Fees
$185 before December 31, 2008
$195 January 1 - March 30, 2008
$210 April 1 - August 31, 2008
$230 At the Big Kahuna Expo
Relay
$225 before December 31, 2007
$250 January 1 - March 30, 2008
$275 At the Big Kahuna ExpoSunday, September 07, 2008 @ 7:00 AMSunday, September 07, 2008 @ 7:00 AMSanta Cruz, CA, USA
