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- Race Info
- Course/Maps
- Race Materials Pick Up
- Training
- Bike Racking
- Directions/Parking
- Volunteers
- Hotels
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SWIM
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Distance
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.5 mile (.75k)
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Route
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Swim takes place in Lake Erie
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Parallel swim along the Beach
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Water Temperature
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Mid 70s
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Swim Course
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Swim Course map
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BIKE
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Distance
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12 miles (20k)
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Bike Route
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Bike is flat, fast and smooth
Bike is an out and back on rural roads
Start at the parking lot
Make a right turn on Waterworks just past Park pay station.
Head straight through the light at Dixie Hwy. to a right on Yax
Make a right on E. Hurd
Make a Left on Mental
Make a right on Fix
Make a right on Nadeau and back.
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Bike Course
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Bike Course map
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RUN
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Distance
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3.6 miles (distance is approximate)
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Route
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Run course is entirely inside the Park
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Run with views of the lagoon inside the Park
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Run is flat on a black topped 8’ wide path with three bridges and shaded most of the way
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Run is on a beautiful flat closed Run course
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Run Course
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Run Course map
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NOTES:
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One of the most beautiful run courses you will run. Course takes you around 3 man made lagoons that have become very popular study areas for wildlife enthusiasts. .
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Information updated 7/13/10, subject to change.
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RACE MATERIALS PICK UP & EXPO
Saturday
July 17th
Knights of Columbus
202 West Front Street
Monroe, MI 48161
10:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.
RACE MATERIALS PICK UP
- All Participants are required to pick up Race Materials between 10:00 A.M. and 3:00 P.M.
on Saturday, July 17th
- Relay Team members must be together to pick up Race Materials
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VALID PHOTO I.D. MUST BE PRESENTED FOR RACE MATERIALS PICK UP
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COURSE REVIEW
- A review of the Swim, Bike and Run courses will be presented by the Local Race Director or their representative
- First timers are encouraged to attend
- All athletes are encouraged to review course information
TIME: 11:00 A.M.
LOCATION: Stage
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RACE DAY OVERVIEW
- An inspirational Race Day Overview presented by the One and Only Triathlon Legend,Trek Women Triathlon Series Spokeswomen, and Final Finisher, Sally Edwards!
- First timers are encouraged to attend
- Seasoned athletes will enjoy Sally's pep talks too!
TIME: 12:00 P.M.
LOCATION: Stage
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CYCLING TIPS
Courtesy of Trek Women:
Tips including how to check tire pressure, change a flat tire, adjust a seat, fix a dropped chain
TIME: Following Race Day Overview
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GOODIES:
Grab your COMPLIMENTARY "Souvenir Race Backpack" and visit our Sponsor, Exhibitor and Super booths to get your goodies!
ATTENDANCE IS REQUIRED BY ALL REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS
VALID PHOTO I.D. MUST BE PRESENTED FOR RACE MATERIALS PICK UP
Information posted 7/13/10, subject to change
Michigan Training Parties
DATE: Wednesday, May 12
TIME: 6:30pm
LOCATION: American Cycle & Fitness – The Trek Bicycle Store of Royal Oak
ADDRESS: 29428 Woodward Avenue, Royal Oak, MI 48073
Information posted 3/16/10, subject to change
Bike Racking
Sunday, July 18th
Transition Area
Opens 5:45am - Closes 7:20am
What do I need to know?
- Arrive early (at least 1+ hour prior to Race start)
- Transition Area opens at 5:45am and closes at 7:20am
- The Transition Area may be entered by participants only
- Be sure to affix bike helmet sticker and bike frame number before entering Transition Area (provided in Race Packet on Saturday)
- Enter Transition Area in an orderly fashion
- Lay out your gear(sneakers, socks, towel, helmet, water, etc) neatly and efficiently next to your racked bike
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Volunteers will be on hand to guide participants through the process
NOTE:
- The Local Race Director will use their discretion on when the Transition Area will be reopened to athletes to pick up their gear and leave Race site.
- No athlete may enter Transition Area until this announcement is made
- Friends and family are to remain outside of the fenced Transition Area
- Athletes must walk or run their bike out of Transition area
- Athletes will mount bike at the sign outside of Transition area
Information posted 7/10/10, subject to change
Race Day Directions & Parking:
Sterling State Park
2800 State Park Road
Monroe , Mi 48162
Directions to Race Site:
Take 1-75 to Monroe Michigan exit (exit 15)
Travel less than a half mile to park entrance.
Race Day Parking:
Race Day parking will be in the adjacent parking lots next to the transition area.
Race Day Parking Fee:
Sterling Start Park has a $5 parking fee. Please have exact change available..
Information updated 7/13/10, subject to change
VOLUNTEERS
CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS! Volunteers for our Race Support team on Saturday and Sunday still needed! Sign up today!
volunteer@thexxtramilellc.com
SUBJECT LINE: Monroe MI volunteer
To volunteer for the Trek Women Triathlon Series Monroe, MI Race, email us at volunteer@thexxtramilellc.com
SUBJECT LINE : Monroe, MI Volunteer
For more information on volunteering, click here.
HOTELS
Hampton Inn
1565 North Dixie Highway
Monroe, Michigan, USA, 48162
Reservations: 734-289-5700
Rate: $89 single/double. To receive group discount, refer to the Trek Women room block when making reservations. Group rate based on availability within room block
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