SpineCare Rocketman Triathlon
SpineCare Rocketman Triathlon
August 29, 2010
RACE IS CLOSED! We have reaced our entry limit. Thank you!
1.5-km swim / 40-km bike / 10-k run
Col Hudson Recreation Area
Redstone Arsenal, AL
*New Olympic Distance*
Welcome to the 17th Annual
SpineCare Rocketman!
The Rocketman Triathlon is a USAT Sanctioned Olympic Distance Triathlon put on by the Team Rocket Tri-Club. 2010 marks the 17th year for the Rocketman Triathlon in memory of John Masterson.
The event takes place at 7:30 am on Sunday, August 29, 2010, at the Col. Hudson Recreation Area on beautiful Redstone Arsenal.
This will be a great "tune-up" race for those who have qualified or are attempting to qualify for Age Group Nationals in Tuscaloosa just 4 weeks later.
NOTE: All adults attending the race must have a valid form of ID to enter Redstone Arsenal, such as drivers license. This applies to spectators as well as competitors. No cameras will be allowed onto Redstone Arsenal.
If you are not a U.S. Citizen, please check the box on the entry form and note your nationality. Entrants younger than age 15 must be approved by the race director, Mike Gerrity, phone 256-508-9116 (mjgerrity@knology.net) before entry.
There is a new "Collegiate" category for awards and low budget entry fee.
Corporate Relay Challenge Is your Company up to the challenge? We have a special Category for Teams to compete in the Corporate Relay challenge. With your corporate contribution of $250, your 3 person Team competes against other Corporate Relay Teams. Winner gets a “Traveling Trophy,” which they get to keep for ONE year. The following year, the Trophy is returned by the previous winner as they attempt to defend their title. Corporations that participate in this Category will receive special recognition for their contributions.
FCA Endurance will host a 15 minute non-denominational gathering of athletes, family, friends, volunteers and staff for a time of worship and prayer prior to the start.
Registration:
The race is limited to 400 competitors. Due to military security considerations, online entries must be received by August 24, 2010.
Online registration. Please go to: http://www.imathlete.com/events/RocketmanTriathlon
You may register at Packet Pick-up on Saturday, August 28th between 1:00 and 6:00 pm at the Monaco Theater at Bridge Street Towne Center.
USAT Sanctioned Race:
This race is sanctioned by USA Triathlon. All participants must either be an annual member of USAT, or purchase a one-day membership for $10. Annual membership can be purchased from USAT for $39. Youth racers 17 years old and under MUST be an annual member of USAT. Annual membership for youth members (17 and under) can be purchased from USAT for only $5.00. Visit www.usatriathlon.org for more information about becoming an annual member.
YOU MAY PICK UP YOUR OWN RACE PACKET ONLY. I am sorry for any inconvenience this may cause but it is a strict USAT rule. At packet pickup you must show a PHOTO I.D. and your USAT card. If you are not a USAT member, you must sign up for a special one day fee ($10 CASH or CHECK only) and sign a USAT waiver. Those who signed up online via active.com have already paid your one day fee, and need only sign the waiver (you still must present a photo I.D. to pick up your packet).
If you do not pick up your packet at the Monaco on Saturday, August 28, you must get to the race site early and pick up your packet there. Make sure you have your USAT card with you or be prepared to buy a one day USAT pass.
These are very strict guidelines we must follow to retain USAT sanctioning. If they are not met, you will not race, no exceptions.The decision to become a USAT event was made due to the astronomical cost of private insurance for a one day multi-sport race. As a USAT race, USAT completely covers all insurance needs, plus earns you points toward national rankings, and ensures you are competing in a USAT approved event. As over half of our competitors are USAT members, this becomes a very cost effective means for covering our race. If you are not a USAT member, you may want to consider joining as more and more races are falling under USAT governance. Please consider going to the USAT website and reviewing the benefits of membership.
All USAT races use the "age-up rule" for award distribution and ranking. the "age-up rule" means you are racing based on your age as of the last day of the year (12/31/2010).
Course Description:
Swim: 1.5-km swim in the Tennessee River, time trial format at 3 to 5 second interval. Swimmers will be seeded based upon their estimated swim times provided on entry form.
Transition: Please note the flow through the transition area.
Bike: 40-km course. The bike course is an out and back on paved asphalt. The course has a couple of rolling hills, but is primarily flat and fast. There is no water on the bike course. It is recommended that you carry at least one bottle on the bicycle. Please check your bike to ensure that all bar ends are capped.
Run: 10-km course. The run course takes place on a combination of asphalt roads, gravel roads and smooth gravel trail. The run will be challenging due to heat and several gradual hills. Please stay hydrated!!!
Schedule of Events:
Saturday, August 28th
Monaco Theater
11:00 - 6:00; 50% Discounted lunch at the Scene Restaurant for Athletes
11:30 - 12:00; Race Briefing in Theater #14
12:00; Viewing of 2009 Ironman World Championships
1:00 - 6:00; Expo, and Packet pick-up
Sunday, August 29th
Race Site
5:30 - 7:15; Packet pick-up, body marking, and chip pick-up
6:45 - 7:00; Sunrise Service provided by Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA)
7:15; Pre Race Instructions at Finish Line Area (Transition Area Closes)
7:25; Final Instructions at Race Start
7:30; RACE START
12:30; Run course closes. Door Prizes and Awards will begin as quickly as possible after last finisher.
Directions:
Access to Redstone Arsenal: You may enter Redstone Arsenal from either Gate 1 (Martin Rd), Gate 9 (Research Park Blvd/Rideout Rd), or Gate 10 (Patton Rd) Gate 1 (Martin Road). If you do not have a badge and car sticker for the Arsenal, you will be required to enter the Visitors Center located on the right just before each gate to secure your visitors pass.
Gate 1 From Memorial Parkway (US 231/431); go west on Martin Rd. to Gate 1. From Gate 1, go 1.6 miles to Patton Rd. Go south on Patton Rd for 4.5 miles to Rayford Rd. Turn left onto Rayford Rd and continue east for 0.8 miles as it will take you straight to Col Hudson Recreation Area.
Gate 9 (Research Park Blvd/Rideout Road); As you enter Gate 9, Research Park Blvd becomes Rideout Rd. Take Rideout Rd south for approximately 3.2 miles to the traffic signal at Martin Rd. Turn left on Martin Rd going east for 2.3 miles to Patton Rd. Turn right on Patton Rd going south for 4.5 miles to Rayford Rd. Turn left onto Rayford Rd and continue east for 0.8 mile as it will take you straight to the Col Hudson Recreation Area.
Gate 10 (Patton Road); From Gate 10, go 7.3 miles to Rayford Rd. Turn left onto Rayford Rd and continue east for 0.8 miles as it will take you straight to Col Hudson Recreation Area.
Lodging:
The Host Hotel, The Westin at Bridge Street, is adjacent to the Monaco Theater where the Expo, Packet Pick-Up, and Pre-Race Briefing takes place.
The Westin in Huntsville has reserved 25 rooms at a special rate of $109 per night when you call the hotel, indicate you wish to have special rate for the Rocketman Triathlon.
Phone: (256) 428-2000
The Westin Huntsville
6800 Governors West, NW
Huntsville, Alabama 35806
Awards:
1st, 2nd, 3rd — Overall (male and female)
1st, Masters, Age 40+, — Overall (male and female)
1st, 2nd, 3rd — 5-year age groups, starting with the 15 to 19 age group and ending with 85+ year olds
1st, 2nd, 3rd — Military (male and female)
1st, 2nd, 3rd — Clydesdale (male, +200 lbs) and Athena (female, +150 lbs)
1st, 2nd, 3rd — Collegiate (male and female)
1st, 2nd, 3rd — Relay Teams (male, female, & mixed)
Corporate Relay Team Winner - trophy
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