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Race Details
The China Peak Sprint Triathlon is a fun and challenging race in an incredible location: China Peak Mountain Resort. This 2nd year event features a lake swim in Huntington Lake, a challenging road bike course of 12 miles and a ‘high altitude’ 5K to finish the race. Each athlete registered for the China Peak Sprint Triathlon will receive a custom tech-tee race shirt, athlete goody bag, swim cap, and post race meal. Take the weekend and come up and enjoy this event with your family. A Pre-Race Pasta Dinner is available at the China Peak Mountain Resort on Friday August 10 from 6 – 8 pm. Athletes can purchase this for only $10 per person at packet pick-up on Friday from 2 – 7 pm at China Mountain Resort. NEW in 2012 is the China Peak Trail Half Marathon starting at 7:30 am.
China Peak Sprint Triathlon Distance: Swim .5 mile – Bike 12 miles – Run 3 miles
China Peak Trail Half Marathon: 13.1 miles.
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Packet pick up: Friday August 10 from 2-7 pm at China Peak Ski Lodge
Saturday August 10 from 6 - 8:30 am at Race Site.
Start Times: China Peak Trail Half Marathon – 7:30 am
China Peak Sprint Triathlon - 8:30 am
Schedule of Events:
Friday August 10
2-7 pm China Peak Ski Lodge Packet pick up
Saturday August 11
6 am Registration and Packet pick up open
6 am Transition area open
7:00 am Race announcements begin
7:30 am Start of the China Peak Trail Half Marathon
8:30 am Start of The China Peak Sprint Triathlon
Race Features Wave Starts: Course Description: The China Peak Sprint Triathlon will have one mass start at 8:30 am. Each swimmer will receive a numbered swim gear bag and a brightly colored swim cap. Please wear the swim cap you are given. After completing the swim you must place any of your swim gear: wetsuit, goggles, towel, swim cap, etc… in your numbered swim gear bag before starting your bike. All of the numbered swim gear bags will be transported to the finish line after the race. Athletes can pick up their numbered swim gear bag at the finish line. We have placed astro-turf carpet at the swim exit for better footing exiting the water. After exiting the swim you will follow the cones to the transition area located adjacent to the lake. If you need to change, please use the restroom located between the swim exit and the transition area. |
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Bike Course - The China Peak Sprint Triathlon 12 mile bike course is a point-to-point course turning left on Huntington Lake Road out of the boat launch parking lot. Riders will then stay on Huntington Lake Road approximately 5 miles until the turn-around point at the dam. After the turn-around point riders will return on Huntington Lake Road past the Huntington Lake boat launch and then make a right hand turn onto Highway 168. Riders will continue on Highway 168 for approximately 2.5 miles and then turn left into China Peak Mountain Resort. Traffic control will be at this point to direct riders into the second transition area: T2.
The roads will not be closed to traffic. You must maintain at least THREE bike lengths at all times behind the rider in front of you, and you MUST ride single file while on the roads. Failure to do so will result in a drafting penalty or disqualification. Crossing the centerline at ANY time will also result in disqualification. Traffic has the right-of-way on the road so ride CAREFULLY. ALL athletes are required to wear an approved bicycle helmet during the entire bike course. Athletes will NOT be allowed to proceed on the bike course without a helmet. The helmet must be securely fastened the entire time you are on your bike. Failure to do so will result in disqualification. Headphones are not allowed on the bike course.
The Bike course will NOT have an aid station. There will be bike support and water available at the turn-around point on the bike course for riders stopping and dismounting off the course.
Upon entering China Peak Mountain Resort from Highway 168 you will enter T2 and rack your bike in the location you have placed your run gear. You will then exit the transition area at the opposite end from the entrance and proceed up stairs over the bridge to start the run course.
NEW: Bike Course map
Run Course - The China Peak Sprint Triathlon 3 mile run course is a three-loop course running entirely on the China Peak Mountain Resort grounds. The course will exit the far end of T2 and climb up stairs to cross the first of four bridges over Big Creek that are on the course. The course will start with an uphill climb section along the mountain on dirt trails, then return downhill and through the ski area over the next three bridges and back towards the finish line/transition area. Each runner must complete three laps on the run course. After completing your first lap you will be directed to stay left for your second and third laps. You will be directed right, into the finish chute, after completing your third lap.
There will be two aid stations available to runners on each one-mile lap of the run course. These will have ice cold water, electrolyte beverage, energy gels and other fuels. Headphones are allowed on the run.
Transition Areas - The China Peak Sprint Triathlon will have two transition areas. The first: T1 will be located at Huntington Lake. All bikes must be placed at T1 prior to 8:15 am on race morning. T1 will open at 6 am on race morning. Bikes cannot be left Friday night in T1.
There is NO Athlete Parking at T1. It is recommended that you pick up your race packet, set up T2 (both at China Peak Mountain Resort) and then either ride your bike with your swim gear to the start of the race (2.5 miles downhill) or be dropped off at the start of the race.
The second transition area will be located at China Peak Mountain Resort. Athletes must place their run gear and set up T2 before 8 am on race morning. Athletes should place a towel on the ground to ‘designate’ their spot in T2 and then place their run gear on top of the towel. T2 will open at 6 am on race morning.
Both Transition areas are on a first-come basis, with the exception of Reserved Bike Racks for TRI Clubs. The transition area at all TBF Racing events is for athletes only. All non-athletes must remain outside of the transition area at all times on race day. Athletes may choose their transition spot from any of the non-reserved racks - reserved racks will be marked for Tri Clubs. Glass or bottles are not allowed in the transition area.
Aid Stations:
Aid stations will be located in the transition area and at mile one and two on the run course, serving cold water, energy gels, and electrolyte beverage.
China Peak Trail Half Marathon – The 13.1 mile run course for the China Peak Trail Half Marathon runs up the mountain through on single track trails for a beautiful out-and-back course that is a combination of challenging hills, fun downhills, and scenic vistas over the beautiful mountains and valleys below. Fully stocked aid stations will be every two miles on the course.
Divisions/Awards:
For the China Peak Sprint Triathlon awards will be given five deep in each 5-year age group: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, and 70+.
First place through fifth place in each five-year age group will receive custom hand-made China Peak Sprint Triathlon awards.
First place overall Male and Female in the China Peak Sprint Triathlon will receive a custom China Peak Sprint Triathlon Champion Gear Bag, stocked with FLUID Recovery.
For the China Peak Trail Half Marathon there will be 10-year age groups beginning with 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, etc. and ending with 60+ for male and female individuals. Custom Awards will be presented to first place through third place in each male and female age group. Finisher medals will be given to each competitor as they cross the finish line.
Equipment:
Expected water temperature for the swim course will be around 60 degrees. Wetsuits are recommended. Swim fins and snorkels are not allowed. Helmets must be worn and buckled on the bike at all times. Run numbers must be worn on the run and when crossing the finish line. Listening devices of any kind: MP3, IPod, headphones, etc... are not allowed.
Race Extras
Competitor Goodies:
Included for each competitor in the China Peak Sprint Triathlon or China Peak Trail Half Marathon will be a tech-tee race shirt, XTERRA swim cap (for triathletes), athlete goody bag with CLIF Bar and Emerald Nuts product samples.
Post Race Athlete Food:
Included for each competitor will be a post race party with hot food, beer and wine – included for athletes over 21 years of age, courtesy of China Peak Ski Resort.
Athlete Accommodations
Lodging is available at the China Peak Mountain Resort, with a very reasonable rate for athletes racing the China Peak Sprint Triathlon. Athletes should contact: China Peak Inn, (559) 233-1200 Huntington – or visit: www.skichinapeak.com. Additional rooms in the area are available through: Shaver Lake Rentals, (800) 422-4102, or at www.shaverlakechamber.com.
Camping is available local campgrounds by calling: California Land Management - Huntington Lake Campground (559) 893-2111. Reserve your rooms or campsites soon – this weekend will be busy.
Training and Coaching:
TBF Training provides group workouts and coaching for the sport of Triathlon along with individual Multi-Sport Coaching and Personal Training.
Race Gear:
Look your best and race your best with TBF Triathlon apparel. Bike jerseys, Tri Singlets, and Tri Shorts are available in both male and female styles/sizes.
TBF Apparel:
Total Body Fitness newest line of apparel is the Moti Quote Collection with all of your favorite motivational and fitness sayings from TBF.
Volunteering:
TBF Racing always needs volunteers to help keep our events organized, safe, and fun. If you or a friend would like to volunteer, please email Bill@totalbodyfitness.com or read more information about our Race for Free Athlete Volunteer program.
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