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7th Annual TriUtah Ogden Valley Triathlon™

Postponed to 2010

Event Description:

Designated as one of the top 10 places in the US to enjoy the changing of seasons, Ogden Valley will dazzle the eye as you participate in a one-of-a-kind event; Utah's only "Equalizer" triathlon, sponsored in part by the Ogden Valley Business Association, and Snowbasin Resort. Following the triathlon, the awards ceremony and the annual "Taste of Ogden Valley Festival" will take place simultaneously featuring live music, a "bounce house" and other activities for kids, and local restaurant food booths from the Ogden Valley.

What is the "Equalizer" (Battle of the Sexes) Format? Using the finishing times from previous TriUtah triathlons, TriUtah will use statistical analysis to determine a "gap" time between Males and Females in each race category including an open competitive wave, Age Groups, Clyde/Athena, and Relays. That "gap" time will be used as the time between the male and female waves. For example, if the gap time for F20-24 and M20-24 was 2:15, the F20-24 wave will start 2:15 ahead of the M20-24 wave. It's a race to the finish as awards will be given to the Top 5 finishers in each age group. That means the podium may consist of all men, all women, or a mix of both! Proceeds from the Ogden Valley Triathlon help support the Ogden Valley Business Association and Ogden Valley Pathways. Ogden Valley Pathways seeks to provide the public with a network of non-motorized pathways within the Ogden Valley in a manner that preserves the natural environment and enhances the quality of life.

Schedule of Events:

Postponed to 2010

Course Details:

Swim

A beach wave start will begin each race (waves TBA). Buoys will be placed in a 1000 meter triangular course. Athletes will swim clockwise (buoys on your right). Wetsuits are strongly recommended. Water temperature will likely be ~65F on race day. Lifeguards, kayaks, and watercraft will be present.

Bike [Map]

All cyclists: Use extreme caution and watch your speed when turning right onto the Pineview Dam. The course is open to vehicle traffic. Law enforcement will be present to slow drivers where possible. Use caution at all times and obey all traffic laws and USA Triathlon bike course rules.

Run [Map]

The run course is a loop design. You will leave the Port Ramp Marina and run along the shoulder of Highway 158 going North to the designated turnaround points. At the turnaround, there will be one-way traffic only on the trail back to Port Ramp Marina. Note that this trail is single-track in many locations, so please use caution when passing other runners! The trail portion is 100% packed dirt trail. Please use caution and be courteous to all runners!

Additional information:

Awards

Awards, presented by the Ogden Valley Business Association will be given to the Top 3 Overall participants. Age group awards (non-specific to gender) will be presented to the Top 5 participants in each age group category.

Bike Number and Bib Number

You must attach the bike number provided in your race packet to your bike. Failure to securely attach the number will result in a USAT time penalty. You DO NOT need to wear the bib number during the swim and bike. However, it MUST be worn during the run.

Body marking

You will be body marked on your shoulders and legs, indicating your race number, event, and age.

Directions

From I-15 (both North and South): Take Exit 344 (12th Street/Highway 39) in Ogden. Turn left (heading East). This will take you directly to Ogden Canyon. Travel through the canyon to Pineview Reservoir. Turn left at the Pineview Dam (Highway 162), and travel 1.5 miles to the triathlon parking area adjacent to the Port Ramp Marina on the West Shore of Pineview Reservoir.

Note: It is approximately 60 miles from Salt Lake City. If you are coming up Saturday morning, be sure to plan for AT LEAST 75 minutes driving time due to heavy construction on I-15 near Ogden, and to allow for slower driving on the canyon roads. From Park City/I-84: Follow the signs to Mountain Green/Snowbasin ski resort. Go up and over Trapper's Loop to Pineview Reservoir. Turn left onto Highway 39 at the bottom of Trappers Loop. Turn right at the Pineview Dam (Highway 162), and travel 1.5 miles to the triathlon parking area adjacent to the Port Ramp Marina on the West Shore of Pineview Reservoir.

Inclement Weather

In case of inclement weather, the race directors reserve the right to modify or cancel any portion of the triathlon if weather conditions or water quality compromise athlete safety.

Lodging

Our 2009 lodging host is Lakeside Resort Properties. You will be asked during registration if you would like Lakeside to send you more information. Other Ogden Valley lodging options can be found on the OVBA website.

Medical

Medical personnel sponsored by Intermountain Healthcare (IHC) will be on-site. Certified lifeguards and dive team will be present during the swim on watercraft and kayaks.

Packet pick up

Packet pickup is available on Tuesday, September 8th at Salt Lake Running Company/Sugar house location from 7:00-8:30 PM or Friday from 6:00-8:00 PM, location TBA. You will receive your race packet (includes bib number, bike number, race information, etc), swim cap, race technical shirt, etc. (NOTE: Timing chip pickup and body marking will be on Saturday morning ONLY). All athletes will receive a goody bag.

Note: You MAY NOT pick up a packet/timing chip for another person. This can lead to timing chip switch, etc. You must pick up your own packet, no exceptions.

Parking

There is ample parking in the large triathlon parking area adjacent to the Port Ramp Marina, complements of Snowbasin Resort. Please follow the signs to the parking area. Do not park along the highway!!!

Photography

Zazoosh! (formerly Joaquim Hailer Photography) will be at the event providing photo opportunities. Photo previews will be available for purchase early the following week.

Podcast

Tri-Talk, Utah's leading triathlon podcast provider, will be producing a podcast that will be available for download approximately two weeks prior to the event. This is a great source for up-to-date information about packet pickup, description of the courses, and more.

Registration

There will be NO day-before or day-of-race registration. No additional registrations will be accepted once online registration closes.

Relay Teams (Important!)

At packet pickup, please have all team members present. You will not be given your race packet until all team members are present. Each relay team member will wait inside the transition area at your team's bike rack location where you will transfer your timing chip from one team member to another. Each team will be issued one swim cap, one bike number, one bib number, and one timing chip. Each relay team (either 2- or 3-person) will be issued a single timing chip. The timing chip will act as the relay "baton". The chip handoff will take place at your assigned bike rack location corresponding to your bike/bib number.

Swimcaps

Swimcaps corresponding to your event distance will be provided at packet pickup. The issued cap must be worn during the swim.

Timinig

Electronic chip timing of the event will be provided by Milliseconds. All participants will be timed and will be provided with 5 splits. Results will be posted no later than Saturday evening on www.triutah.com. Instructions for chip use will be provided in your race packet.

Transition Area

There is a single transition area located at the Port Marina. All transition racks will be pre-assigned based on your bib number, unless weather precludes the individual assignments.

USAT

For general questions regarding USAT insurance, rules, regulations and membership click on the following link: http://www.usatriathlon.org/

What Athletes Need to Know About Insurance Coverage: When an athlete purchases an annual USAT license or one-day permit, a portion of those fees goes to cover the cost to provide them with excess medical insurance. This coverage only extends to their participation in a USA Triathlon sanctioned event.

If you have questions specific to your coverage, please email to sanction@usatriathlon.org or call the group benefits department at ESIX at 1-800-342-4371.

Water/Aid Stations

Water and electrolyte sports drink will be available at the run aid stations. Run aid stations will be located every mile on the run course. Each athlete will receive bottled water at the finish line.

Wetsuits

Strongly recommended. Water temperature will be ~65F.