Monday, December 31, 2007

Wilmington Duathlon

Saturday, January 19, 2008 – 11 am
Wilmington Short Course – Wilmington, NC


Try something new to kick off 2008. If you are interested, then register by the end of day on January 1st to save some money.












The Race

The 5k run course is an out and back along Sanders and North on River Road. The bike course is also an out and back, following River Road South and turning around at Snows Cut Park. The second run course will follow the first run segment of the out and back along Sanders Road and River Road. Water stations are provided at the 1.55 mile turn around point on the first run segment. The second water station will be located at the .75 mile turnaround for the final run segment. The finish line is in the Bellamy Elementary School parking lot near the transition area.

The race course revolves around a transition area in Heyward C. Bellamy Elementary School parking lot. The same transition area will be used for all phases. The transition area will open at 9 am; ALL bikes need to be placed in position before the transition area closes at 10:45am.

Charity

The race is hosted by Cape Fear Cyclists to raise money for the Fallen Police Officer’s Fund.

Distance

3.1 Mile Run / 12.2 Mile Bike / 1.5 Mile Run

Distances are approximate and subject to change

Race Amenities

  • Wicking T-shirt
  • Post Race food
  • Winning Time Chip Timing

Registration

  • Until January 1, 2008:
    Individual Participant: $35.00
    Relay Team: $65.00
  • January 2 through January 16, 2008:
    Individual Participant: $50.00
    Relay Team: $75.00

There is a $10.00 fee for each non-USAT registrant.

Race Website: www.fsseries.com

Race Divisions

Athletes may register as a male or female aged:

  • 13 & Under
  • 14-15
  • 16-19
  • 20-24
  • 25-29
  • 30-34
  • 35-39
  • 40-44
  • 45-49
  • 50-54
  • 55-59
  • 60-64
  • 65-69
  • 70-74
  • 75+

Special Divisions Include:

  • Athena
  • Clydesdale
  • Relays - Athletes can register as a relay team for the duathlon. Teams are comprised of two members, each member does one event; the run or bike.

Packet Pick Up and Directions

January 18, 2008 from 5-7pm: Two Wheeler Dealer - 4408 Wrightsville Avenue - Wilmington, NC 28403

Race Day from 8-10am: Bellamy Elementary School - 70 Sanders Drive - Wilmington, NC 28412

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