Whether this is your 50th Triathlon, or your very first, the Bangor YMCA wants you to

GIVE OUR TRI A TRY!

July 21st 2013
Brewer Lake in Orrington, ME

SPONSORED BY:

If you would like to be a corporate sponsor of the 2nd Annual Tri for the Y Sprint Triathlon, please e-mail us at triathlon@bangorY.org.

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We encourage families and individuals of all fitness levels and competitive experiences to participate in this fun event! For the safety of our youth, we are allowing those ages 14 and up to participate.

Click here for our 2012 Athlete Guide. The updated guide will be available a month before the race.

To help prepare first-time triathletes, we will be offering a few clinics to help you with each portion of the triathlon. The dates and times for the swim, bike and run clinic are to be determined.

Who Benefits from the Tri?

The Bangor YMCA provides opportunities for youth and families in the Greater Bangor area. We are a community leader in supporting children, adults and families in their lifelong quest for physical, emotional and social wellness.

The funds raised from the Bangor YMCA's Tri for the Y Sprint Triathlon will go towards our Annual Giving Campaign to provide programs and services to those who would otherwise be unable to afford them.

Not only will participating in this event help support those in need of financial assistance but it will also provide you with a fun day for you, your family and friends! Help support your community by participating in this exciting new event!

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Fundraising

One of the key components to the success of our Tri for the Y Sprint Triathlon is fundraising! The money raised at this event will go toward our Annual Giving Campaign to provide programs and services to those who would otherwise be unable to afford them. The proceeds from this event will ensure that we continue to make our programs and services accessible to all.

Download Pledge Sheet
All donations are tax-deductible.

All Pledge Forms & Donations must be submitted to the Bangor YMCA by Sunday, July 7th 2013.

All athletes who raise over $250 will receive the following prizes:

TOP FUNDRAISERS ($1,500 minimum)
Free Year YMCA Membership
Fleece
Sports Bag
Long Sleeve Performance T-Shirt

$1,000+ Fundraisers
Fleece
Sports Bag
Long Sleeve Performance T-Shirt

$500+ Fundraisers
Sports Bag
Long Sleeve Performance T-Shirt

$250+ Fundraisers
Long Sleeve Performance T-Shirt

FUNDRAISING TIPS

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We Need Volunteers!

This event wouldn't be the same without volunteers! With so many parts and pieces to a triathlon, we'll need volunteers to help us keep this event safe and to ensure this event runs smoothly. Being a volunteer is a great way to be part of the action! It's a great way for friends and family to not only help support the same cause as their athletes but to also cheer them on during the event. Volunteers will receive a T-shirt, refreshments during the day, and will get to be part of something special. We need 50 volunteers in a variety of positions to help us run this event smoothly.

Learn more about volunteering at the race & become a volunteer today!

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Race Information

Race Date: Sunday, July 21st 2013
Race Time: 8:00 am Race Start
Location: Orrington, ME at the Brewer Lake Boat Launch

Race Categories
Individual: Swim 750 meters, Bike 12.4 miles (20k), Run 3.1 miles (5k)
Relay Team: Consists of 3 people completing the following three segments as a team:
Swim 750 meters, Bike 12.4 miles (20k), Run 3.1 miles (5k)

Entry Fees
Individual: $85
Team: $50 per team member, each team member must register ($150 total per team)

Your entry fee includes your place at the start line, a T-shirt, well-marked and supported course and post race refreshments.

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Packet Pick-Up

Packet pick-up will take place on Friday & Saturday, July 19th & 20th from 7:00am to 4:00pm at the Bangor YMCA and on Sunday, July 21st (Race Day) from 6:00 - 7:00am at Brewer Lake.

Rules

The Bangor YMCA's Tri for the Y Sprint Triathlon will follow the USAT Rules. If you are unfamiliar with these rules, please click here to look them over.

Inclement Weather

Bangor YMCA's Tri for the Y Sprint Triathlon will not be canceled for any reason other than severe conditions that may put our athletes and volunteers in extreme danger. The Tri for the Y Committee & Race Management reserve the right to alter the course in whatever way they deem necessary to ensure the safety of the athletes and volunteers. Alterations may include, but are not limited to, shortening or changing the course, removing one of the sports, postponing the start, etc. There will be no refund due to weather-caused changes or event cancellation. This event will not be rescheduled if canceled.

Cancellation Policy

The Bangor YMCA is a registered nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization. Your registration fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.

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Course Information

Race Date: Sunday, July 21st 2013
Race Time: 8:00am Race Start
Location: Orrington, ME at the Brewer Lake Boat Launch

Swim

The Bangor YMCA Open Swim Course will be a mass in-water start. The venue at Brewer Lake will feature clearly marked buoys, multiple lifeguards in watercraft, and the clear, exciting water a lake swim brings! Athletes will swim 750 meters (0.47 miles) before exiting and running across the street to a professionally run transition zone for their bike ride!

Bike

The bike course is 12.4 miles which consists of a few hills on a beautiful out and back course through Orrington.

Run

The run course is a 3.1 mile run which goes out and back along the shores of Brewer Lake.

Transition

Athletes leave the lake from the boat launch and run across the street to transition. The transition area will open at 6:00am on the morning of the race and will close about 15 minutes before the start of the race.

The bike racks will have your race number. Place your bike on the side of the rack that your number is located.

During the race, only volunteers and race management are allowed in the transition area. Only athletes that have started the race may enter the transition area. Those who have completed the race, may only return to the transition area when the last athlete has transitioned from the bike to the run portion.

View Transition Details (Coming Soon!)

Relay Teams

Tri for the Y relay teams are made up of three people. Each person is required to do one leg of the race. Tag offs will be required of the relay teams at the transition area. The cyclist is not allowed to take his/her bike off the rack until the swimmer has tagged the cyclist. The runner can not be tagged by the cyclist until the cyclist has re-racked his/her bike.

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Registration

Registration ends on Sunday, July 14th 2013.

Race Date: Sunday, July 21st 2013
Race Time: 8:00am Race Start
Location: Orrington, ME at the Brewer Lake Boat Launch
Entry Fees: $85 for individuals
$50 per team member, each team member must register ($150 total per team)

Your entry fee includes your place at the start line, a T-shirt, well-marked and supported course and post race refreshments.

Waiver

Everyone must sign a waiver before they are allowed to race. When you register, you will electronically sign the waiver.

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Course Directions & Maps

Download our Training Guide with Map & Directions!

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Awards

Awards will be issued in the following categories:

Top Male Triathlete
Top Female Triathlete
Top Relay Team

Age Brackets:
18 & Under
19 - 24
25 - 29
30 - 34
35 - 39
40 - 44
45 - 49
50 - 54
55 & Up

The Top Male & Female Triathlete will each receive 2 tickets to a 2013 Waterfront Concert of their choice. Age bracket winners will receive a small gift. All finishers will receive a custom Y medal.

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Training Clinics

We will be offering FREE clinics for our swim, bike, run courses to include gear & technique pointers as well as group ride and runs along the course.

Download Your Triathlon Training Guide!

SWIM CLINIC - To be run by Adam Weiner, Assistant Swim Coach
Drop in during our Masters Swim Program!
For all Swim Levels: Tues. through Thurs. from 7:00-8:00pm and Fri. from 7:00-8:00am
For Intermediate/Advanced Swimmers: Mon. through Fri. from 12:00 - 1:00pm

OPEN WATER SWIM CLINIC - To be run by Adam Weiner, Assistant Swim Coach
Sundays starting at 8:00am at Branch Lake on June 16th, June 23rd, July 7th, and July 14th
Enter Branch Lake at The Bangor YMCA Wilderness Center at Camp Jordan (101 Camp Jordan Way Ellsworth). Wet suits are encouraged but not required. Please remember to bring your goggles, swim cap, and towel! Download a Flyer for Directions.

BIKE CLINIC - To be run by Becca Marino, Assistant Health & Wellness Director
BECCA'S TRIATHLON BIKE CLINIC will be running from April 30th - July 18th, 2013 on Tues. at 5:30pm and Thurs. at 6:00am! REGISTER For our Bike Clinic!

Triathletes are encouraged to begin their INDOOR BIKE TRAINING in one of our Bangor YMCA cycling classes:

Mon. 12:10pm & 5:30pm, Tues. 5:45am, Wed. 8:45am & 5:30pm, Thurs. 5:45am, Sat. 8:15am

Call the day before to reserve a bike or drop-in to see if a bike is available during class!

RUN CLINIC - To be run by Christine Lally Kendall, Jen McGoldrick, and Amy Sidell, Facilitators of Mainely Running.
Mainely running is excited to offer running clinics to those interested in participating in the 2013 Tri for the Y! They are RRCA certified running coaches who specialize in providing motivation and accountability. Help us help you by joining us, Mainely Running at Fairmount Park on the following dates:

For Beginners: Tues.: April 23rd, May 14th, June 4th from 6:00-7:00pm. REGISTER for our Beginners Running Clinic!
For Intermediate/Advanced: Tues.: April 30th, May 21st, June 11th from 6:00-7:00pm. REGISTER for our Intermediate/Advanced Running Clinic!

Those interested and available may also join our regularly scheduled Mainely Running Class on Friday mornings from 9:00-10:00am at Fairmount Park.

Beginner's 8 Week Sprint Triathlon Training Program

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Volunteers

We will need 50 volunteers to help us make this a safe and successful event! We would love for you to join our team! Volunteers will receive a T-shirt and refreshments during their event. Volunteers will be needed in the following areas:

Packet pick-up (Friday & Saturday, July 19th & 20th from 7:00am to 4:00pm at the Bangor YMCA).
Race Set Up (Saturday, July 20th)
Transition Area Monitors
Parking/Registration
Body Marking
Bike Check-In
Bike Monitors
Run Monitors
Finish Line
Water Stations
Post Race Festivities
Clean Up & Break Down

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Frequently Asked Questions

What should I wear for the race?
Some athletes wear a "tri-suit" that they can swim, bike and run in, but many also put on shorts over their bathing suit for the bike and run. Some change between each event! Just remember that there is no covered changing area in transition so our athletes keep some sort of swimming base layer on for the entire event.

Can I wear a wetsuit?
We will be following the USAT guidelines, which states that wetsuits are legal to a water temperature up to 78F. Between 79F & 83F, you may wear a wetsuit but will not be eligible for awards. If the water temperature is greater than 84F, you will not be permitted to wear a wetsuit due to safety reasons.

What's the difference between a wetsuit and tri-suit?

A tri-suit is a one or two-piece article of clothing that is designed for swimming, biking and running. They are made from quick-dry material designed for triathlons.

A wetsuit is made of neoprene insulated material and is often worn over a tri-suit or other racing garments. It is removed after the swim portion.

Will heats be assigned?
Depending on the number of registrants, heats may be assigned based upon your age/gender.

What time should I arrive?
As early as possible. The transition area will open at 6:00am and will be closed by 7:45am for the race. All athletes MUST be set up in the transition area by 7:45am.

Where do I park?
Parking is 5 miles away at the Center Drive School and there will be shuttling to and from the Transition Zone/Race Start/Finish Line. Alternatively, you may be dropped off at the Transition Zone by Friends/Family members who can park their cars at the Center Drive School. All Athletes/Guests will be shuttled back and forth from the parking lot to the race. ARRIVE AS EARLY AS POSSIBLE TO THE RACE.

What should I bring with me on race day to the transition area?
Bike, Bike Helmet, Bike Shoes, Running Shoes, Pre-filled Water bottles, extra clothes to change after the race. Lockers and showers are NOT available.

How do I keep track of my transition spot?
Your transition spot will be where your bike is racked. This will be clearly marked with your number and volunteers will be on hand to help you find your bike and gear. We suggest a small, bright towel next to your bike to organize your gear on. Remember you can always attend one of our transition workshops for suggestions on managing transition! Unfortunately, balloons or other signs are not allowed in transition.

Will there be professional medical personnel on hand?
Yes.

Are there any aid stations on the race?
Yes, there will be one at the transition area and one on the bike course.

What kind of bike can I ride?

Athletes may ride a bike from the following categories: mountain, hybrid, road or tri bike. Recumbent & tandem bikes are not allowed.

Do not ride a new or different bike for the first time on the race or arrive at the event with a bike that is not in good operating condition (tires included). Please be aware that there is no bike maintenance or assistance on the course.

How do I change clothes?
In your car or with a towel wrapped around your body. Public nudity is not allowed.

If you have any questions, please e-mail us at triathlon@bangory.org.

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