Race Information The Mainaic Triathlon is a perfect way to end your tri season in Southern Maine. The sprint distance consists of a 1/4 mile swim, 14.85 mile bike, and 3.1 mile run. The race starts at 10:00 AM on Saturday, September 25, 2010 at scenic Gil Boucher Park in Biddeford Pool, ME. The Park is renowned for its beautiful beach and gorgeous landscape. Water temps range from 58-63 degrees depending on sun, rain, etc. The race promises to be executed to the highest caliber. Race Amenities All registrants will receive a one of a kind Mainiac event t-shirt. Everyone will get a wicked goodie bag and a colorful swim cap. The Pantry Café will provide; hearty, warm, chicken or veggie stew in a tasty bread bowl. Also enjoy fresh fruit, bagels, cookies, chips and more. Race course support and safety will be provided for with kayaks, police bicycles, and friendly and knowledgeable volunteers. Lodging Do you need a place to stay near the race venue? Here are a few options:
Online Registration Register at imATHLETE.com up until September 22, 2010. Please note that imATHLETE. com charges an additional fee for processing credit and debit cards. Race management reserves the right to accept or reject any entry. Absolutely no transfers or substitutions. USAT Sanctioned Event The Mainiac is sanctioned by USA Triathlon. If you are not an annual USAT member, you will be required to pay a $10 one-day membership fee. This is included in the non-USAT member entry fee. USAT members must bring their card and a photo ID to registration. To become a USAT member, log on to www.usatriathlon.org and click on the membership link. Race Rules Please note; participants are responsible for familiarizing themselves with the USAT rules. For all race rules and regulations, please visit USA Triathlon and click on the multisport 101 menu. Also be sure to read the 10 most commonly violated rules and penalties. Inclement Weather The event will not be cancelled for any reason other than severe conditions that pose extreme danger to athletes and volunteers. Race management reserves the right to modify or shorten the race course in any way they deem is in the best interest of the athletes and volunteers. This includes, but is not limited to, shortening or changing the course, removing one of the sports, postponing the start, etc. There will be no refunds in the case of changes or cancellations due to weather. If cancelled the Mainiac will not be rescheduled. Refund Policy Because race management has expenses for each competitor that are paid for in advance, we are not able to provide a full refund once you sign up unless the event is cancelled in it’s entirety, at which time refunds will be determined net of incurred expenses. Please note; imATHLETE.com’s processing fees are not part of the entry fee. We offer an 85% credit that you may use for the 2011 race. This option is available until September 20, 2010. If the race reaches capacity and we have a wait list, then this option will be available until race day, providing we can back fill your spot. Substitution of athletes on race day is not permitted under any circumstances. Tri-ME This race is part of the Tri-Maine Race Series! Do three races in the series and qualify for state rankings. Go to www.tri-maine.com for more details. Spectators Bring the family, pack a lunch, blanket, umbrella and enjoy the beach. There will also be food for spectators to purchase. The proceeds will benefit the Northern York County YMCA Manta Rays Swim Team. There is a remote parking lot for spectators. This lot is located at the public boat launch on Pool Street. (MAP - Click Here!) There will be a shuttle bus departing from this lot every twenty minutes starting at 8:00AM. Return buses will also depart from Transition every twenty minutes starting after the last bike returns. Dogs on leashes are also welcome. Please clean up after your pets. Spectators will not be allowed inside the transition area. Awards The top three overall male and female winners will receive the signature Mainiac logo hat. The top 3 in each age category (19 and under and every 5 years to 70+) will receive a Mainiac medal - male and female. Also top (one) relay teams of all women, all men and coed teams will get medals. Race Hosted by KBTC to benefit the Northern York County YMCA There had been much discussion among members in regards to giving back to the community in which we live and train. We wanted to promote our love of the sport and directly benefit the community. We voted unanimously to donate all proceeds from the event to the Northern York County YMCA as it is where many of us train. The Northern York County YMCA directly benefits over 2800 individuals and families by providing free or reduced rates for membership, subsidized childcare and camp experiences. The NYC YMCA is able to provide these invaluable experiences to the children, youth and families through the generous donations they receive. If you would like to donate to the NYC YMCA please visit their web site www.nycymca.org and click on the support the Y link. Thank you A bit about us Kennebunk Beach Triathlon Club (KBTC) is a group of Triathlon enthusiasts. We currently have about 50 members. We call Mother's Beach in Kennebunk, Maine our home. We meet here each Thursday night - after the ocean warms up enough in the season - to practice and do mini-tri's together. Kennebunk Pond in Lyman, Maine is our Monday evening group-swim location and where we first start off the Thursday night mini-tri's in the spring. We do Sunday 8AM bike rides out of Lower Village, Kennebunk during the season. We have voted to keep the club fairly informal. We encourage anyone to join us and check things out. We have members of all ages and abilities. Please visit our website calendar for dates and times. |
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