Date
Saturday, June 8 2013Entertainment & Post Race Activities
About the Event
Part of the AA Sports, Ltd. 2013 Multi-Sport Summer Series
DO YOU WANT TO BE A TRIATHLETE IN 2013?
Earn your wings in a beginner friendly environment!
My First Tri is being held in conjunction with the 30th Annual Blue Lake Tri/Du, which is known by NW Triathletes as the tri season opener. Blue Lake Park is a perfect location for the novice/beginner triathlete. The bike course is a flat, semi closed, out-and-back on Marine Drive. Finisher Medals will be awarded to all finishing participants.
The event is designed as a typical “Sprint Distance” race but with a shorter swim since this particular leg (of a triathlon) can often be the most challenging for first timers. For this event, nearly everyone will be of the same swimming ability, thus alleviating stress for participants and truly making this conducive to first-time triathletes. The overall goal of the event is focused more on completing the race rather than a top 10 finish. The friendly and encouraging atmosphere will surely help you in attaining your goal – completing My First Tri – and to be able to proudly call yourself a “triathlete”!
DISTANCES – Individual only (no team competition):
Sprint TRIATHLON* – 1/4mi Swim, 12mi Bike, 5k Run
(First wave starts at 8:00 am with additional waves in 5-minute
intervals)
LOCATION: Blue Lake Park, Fairview, OR (15 miles east on I-84 from downtown Portland)
IMPORTANT NOTE: NO DOGS ARE ALLOWED IN BLUE LAKE PARK.
Registration
Race fee includes Commemorative Tech Shirt, My First Tri Finisher Medal, ChampionChip Timing, awards and prizes, finish line food, live music, and to top it off lots of fun. High school students or participants 18 years & younger may deduct $10 from the entry fee.
ON-LINE AND MAIL-IN OPTIONS:
REGISTER ONLINE – CLICK HERE
DOWNLOAD ENTRY FORM – CLICK HERE
ENTRY FEES Individual $50.00 (on or before May 27) Individual $60.00 (May 28 – June 6) Individual $70.00 (June 7-8 / Packet P/U and DOR NOTE:Tech Shirts guaranteed only to participants that have registered by May 27. Quantities and sizes will be limited after May 27. No shirts will be ordered post-race.
MAIL-IN ENTRIES: Must be postmarked by May 27, and sent to: My First Tri, c/o AA Sports, Ltd. 4836 SW Western Ave, Beaverton, OR 97005.
REGISTRATION: On the www.aasportsltd.com website, through a secured transaction. ON-LINE will close June 6 to prepare for packet pickup.
CONFIRMATIONS: Confirmations will be posted on-line:
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PACKET PICKUP INFORMATION
PRE-RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP / REGISTRATION: Friday June 7 from 11am to 4pm at FitRight NW, 2258 NW Raleigh St., Portland, OR 97210 [Click here for map] Phone: 503-525-2122 (This packet pickup will accommodate both Blue Lake Event Days.)
DAY-OF-RACE PACKET PICKUP/REGISTRATION: will take place at the race site (Blue Lake Park) beginning at 6am until 7:30am, 30 minutes prior to the start of the race. All participants must be at the waters edge by 7:45am.
PARKING: Participants must pay a $5 park fee per vehicle when entering the park on race day. We recommend Carpooling.
NOTE TO ATHLETES FROM BLUE LAKE PARK OFFICIALS:
Blue Lake does not allow dogs/pets in the park (no exceptions). Practice swimming is to occur INSIDE THE ROPED BUOY-LINE at the Swim Beach ONLY. Violators are subject to an $89 citation (Metro Title 10.01.130) and exclusion from the event.
Course
Download Course Map (Adobe PDF)
Swim: 1/4 mile
Triangular lake swim (water temperature in the 70′s).
Bike:
Semi-closed (local traffic only) flat & fast (only two short hills) out-and-back from Blue Lake Park and then west on Marine Drive.
Run:
Flat and fast within Blue Lake Park and along the Marine Drive bike path.
Details
Race Results / Timing:
Timing of the event will be done using the ChampionChip™ Timing System. Participants must wear a Timing Chip on their ankle in order to receive splits and final results. Results will be posted at www.aasportsltd.com.
Awards:
Will be presented to the Overall Male & Female champions and Overall Masters Male & Female champions (Overall and Masters champions will be removed from the individual age division awards). Awards will also be presented to the 1st thru 3rd place finishers in each individual age division, as well as the Open & Masters Clydesdale & Athena divisions.
Divisions:
Individuals: 11 & Under, 12-14, 15-17, 18-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 & over. Clydesdale’s (men 198 lbs & over) and Athena’s (women 150 lbs & over) in Open (39 & under) and Masters (40 & over) divisions.
NOTE: Awards Ceremony will commence at the conclusion of the event and winners must pick up their awards. Awards will not be mailed.
TRIATHLON RACE RULES – CLICK HERE
WETSUIT RENTAL
Need a Wetsuit? Sign up today and reserve yours with our sponsors at AthletesLounge.
While wetsuits are not mandatory, they are recommended. A wetsuit will keep you comfortable in the water via increased buoyancy and warmth. Quantities are limited, so CLICK HERE to reserve yours in advance or call them directly at 503-477-5906 – 2671 NW Vaughn St, Portland OR 97210.
PARK FEES
Metro Parks charges a park fee of $5 per vehicle. The park gate opens at 6am. NO PETS ALLOWED IN THE PARK.
DIRECTIONS TO PARK
Blue Lake Park is located 15 miles east of downtown Portland, OR. Take I-84 east to the Fairview Exit (exit #14). Follow the signs to Blue Lake Park.
ON-SITE MECHANICAL/BIKE SUPPORT
Athlete’s Lounge will be on-site to provide bike service, repairs and will have parts and accessories available.
LOST AND FOUND
Any equipment that is unmarked will be returned to the lost and found officials for participants to claim. Please come to the event with all personal belongings marked with your name and/or race number.
MEDICAL & FIRST AID
WMI Global partnered with Healthsource Chiropractic & Progressive Rehab of Oregon will be on site to provide pre-race kinesiology taping, first / aid emergency services as needed, injury assessment, and care throughout the race. WMI Global is the largest and most experienced “Risk, Safety, Medical, and Rescue” company on the planet with operations that are global in scale, multi discipline, and multinational for many of the largest World Cups, World Championships, and Olympic Class / Qualifying events on the planet. For more information on WMI Global and their Pacific Northwest Partner Healthsource Chiropractic & Progressive Rehab, please visit: wmiglobal.com or direct contact: rick.bahr@wmicorp.com or Shane.Espinoza@wmicorp.com.
MetroWest Ambulance Service will also be on-site for any medical needs.
VOLUNTEERS
If you would like to volunteer, please email Connie Hines. You’ll be part of a fun event. It’s a great opportunity for families to get involved, or if you’re an aspiring multi-sport athlete, being a volunteer is a great way to find out what it’s all about.
Travel
DIRECTIONS TO BLUE LAKE
Blue Lake Park is located 15 miles east of downtown Portland, OR. Take I-84 east to the Fairview Exit (exit #14). Follow the signs to Blue Lake Park.
PARK PASS/FEE
Portland Metro Parks (at the front gate) will charge all vehicles a $5.00 day-use pass fee that must be displayed on your dashboard. The park gate opens at 6:00am. NO PETS ALLOWED IN THE PARK.
LODGING & GENERAL VISITOR INFORMATION
Official host hotel:
Hampton Inn Portland/Gresham: (503) 669-7000
As the closest hotel to Blue Lake, the Hampton Inn Portland/Gresham is the perfect choice for accommodations. Just mention the group code “Blue Lake” to receive a discounted rate of $84.00 plus tax per night for a room with a king bed or two queen beds. All rooms come equipped with refrigerators and microwaves, as well as Hampton Inn’s totally fresh bedding. No more guessing when your bedspread was washed since we wash ours after every guest. Your rate includes high speed wireless access, breakfast in the morning featuring hot items, fresh fruits, baked goods, and cereals, plus you are welcome to store your bike in your room. We hope to see you while you are in Portland.
Contact
The My First Tri at Blue Lake is a production of AA Sports, Ltd.
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