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FINAL RACE INSTRUCTIONS:

Racers,

I hope everyone is getting fired up for the race tomorrow. I want to thank all of you who preregistered for what is surely to be a great event. The weather is looking fantastic and hopefully the real hot weather will hold off until later in the day. There are a few things that I want to go over before the race.

You are all encouraged to bring your family along to cheer you and the other athletes on. Everyone is welcome to stay after the race and make use of the town beach for the day. Please remember your helmets as you will not be allowed to compete without them.

We are happy to announce that Pedal Power Bike Shop will be available prior to the start of the race for any mechanical issues you might have with your bike. Swim caps will be handed out at registration. The following are a few other instructions I want to go over with everyone:

RACE INSTRUCTIONS

Racers only in the transition area.
Race instructions will be provided at 8:45 at the start area. The start is at the far end of the beach.
All women and relays will start first followed by the men
Racers must swim counterclockwise around two buoys that are located in front of the pavilion and lifeguard station. Out, parallel to the beach, and back in near the transition area. Buoys must be kept to your left as you approach them.
Leaving the water racers must run across the grass into transition area where your bikes will be located.
The bike heat consists of 1 lap, you will head out of the town beach heading northeast on East Haddam Colchester Turnpike towards Mott Ln.
Be advised the roads are open to traffic and all laws of the road must be followed. There will be several volunteers and signs on the course but please proceed with caution.
Your helmet must be fastened before you leave the transition area. When you exit the transition area, cross the road before getting onto your bike. Be aware that the course starts with a slight up hill so have your bike in an easier gear for the start.
At 3.5 miles there is a very steep downhill with a sharp right bend at the bottom of the hill. It is marked with signs.
As you return to the town beach and are riding on the causeway you will crossover into the left lane and dismount your bike at the designated area.
Enter the transition area the same way you did after completing the swim.
Park your bikes at the bike rack and once again exit the town beach heading northeast on East Haddam Colchester Turnpike.
The run is an out and back run, all runners should run against traffic.
There are two water stops on the run course, the first at the 1 mile marker which can also be utilized on your way back as well as a water stop at the turn around.
The finish will be at the entrance to the town beach.
This event will be scored by Platt Systems using the Champion Chip Timing System. All competitors will be issued a rental computer chip which is attached to the ankle using a Velcro strap and worn throughout the race. All rental chips must be returned at the finish line. The chip number must match the bib number.
Relay members should stay in the transition area when switching chips.
All finishers should have their bib number clearly displayed in front of them upon finishing
Awards will be done an hour after the first racer crosses the line.
Awards will be held underneath the pavilion.
Results will be posted at www.plattsys.com
The course is open to traffic, please be aware.
Passing of cyclists should be done on the left, slower riders please stay to the right.

We want everyone to have a safe and enjoyable race. We will have plenty of volunteers on hand to assist with any questions you might have. If you should have any questions prior to the race, feel free to email me at EastHaddamLions@gmail.com.

Registration will open at 7:00a.m. I've included directions below. There is plenty of parking at the event but we encourage carpooling if possible.

DIRECTIONS TO TOWN BEACH

291 EAST HADDAM COLCHESTER TURNPIKE MOODUS, CT 06469

From New York (New Haven): North on I-95 to Exit 69 (Route 9). Follow Route 9 to Exit 7 (ramp is three miles long). ** Turn left at the end of the ramp onto Route 154. At first stoplight, turn right onto Route 82 (Bridge Street) to East Haddam. Follow Route 82 across the Connecticut River at the Goodspeed Opera House. There is a detour so as you cross the bridge, bare left up hill onto Main Sstreet/Rt. 149 until you reach a stop sign. Take a slight right onto Landing Hill Road and continue to next stop sign. Take slight left/straight and continue on Landing Hill, it becomes Orchard road and follow until next stop sign, which is a 4-way intersection with Town Street and East Haddam Colchester Turnpike. Go straight onto East Haddam Colchester Turnpike. Town Beach is approximately 2.9 miles on the left (just after the causeway).

From Boston (Rhode Island): South on I-95 to Exit 69 (Route 9). Follow Route 9 to Exit 7. ** (Follow from asterisks above).

From Hartford/Springfield (via I-91 to Route 9): South on I-91 to Exit 22S (left-hand exit). South on Route 9 to Exit 7. ** (Follow from asterisks above).

From Danbury (West via Route 72): Follow Route 72 out of New Britain toward Middletown. Head South on Route 9 to Exit 7. ** (Follow from asterisks above).

From Hartford/Springfield (via Route 2): South on I-91 to Exit 30 (Route 84E). Take 84E to Exit 35 (Route 2). Take Exit 16 off of Route 2 (Moodus/Westchester). At the bottom of the exit ramp, bear right onto Route 149. Follow Route 149 to the intersection of Route 149 and Route 16. **Continue following Route 149 for approximately 1.8 miles to intersection of Mott Lane and Transfer Station. Take left onto Mott Lane and follow to the end. Take right onto East Haddam Colchester Turnpike. Town Beach will be just ahead on the right (before the causeway).

From Boston/Providence (East via I-395): Take either I-90 or I-95 to I-395. Take I- 395 to Exit 82 in Norwich (look for signs for Routes 2 and 32). Follow signs directing you toward Hartford/Colchester. Take Route 2 to Colchester. Take Exit 18 off Route 2. At the end of the ramp, bear left onto Route 16. Follow Route 16 until the junction with Route 149. Bear left onto Route 149. ** (Follow from asterisks above).

Look forward to seeing everyone on Sunday!

Thanks,

Zac Jezek

East Haddam Lions Club

Sunday, June 29, 2014 at 9:00 am – Registration Starts at 6:30 a.m.

Start Location: East Haddam Town Beach, 291East Haddam Colchester Turnpike, East Haddam, Ct 06423

Course Description:

Swim- 1/4 Mile counterclockwise loop in the Moodus Reservoir

Bike- 12 Mile Bike Ride with many rolling hills through Moodus and East Haddam with two challenging climbs. Helmets are a mandatory or no finish!!!

Run- 5K scenic run through the back roads of East Haddam. A roads are all paved. The run is an out and back course

Race Fees: $65.00 solo, $80.00 relay team (2 or 3) Checks payable to East Haddam Lions

The East Haddam Lions Triathlon can be entered as a relay team of 2 or 3 members; each completing 1-2 of the event legs. Team members exchange the timing chip inside the transition area.

Race Fee Includes: Athlete entry, Short sleeve race t-shirt, Water bottle, Post -race food, Timing chip rental

Awards: Prizes awarded to Top 3 Racers in each category of race, Top overall in each relay division

Information: Zac Jezek at Easthaddamlions@gmail.com or (860) 334-6631

Return forms and fee payable to East Haddam Lions Club to Zac Jezek, P.O. Box 320, Moodus, CT 06469

AGE/ PRIZE DIVISION (age as of race day): Check one:

____ Master (40-49)

____ 19 and Under ____ Grand Master (50-59)

____ Open (20 – 29) ____ Veteran(60-69)

____ Sub master (30-39) ____ Grand Veteran (70+)

RELAY DIVISONS: ____ MALE ____ FEMALE ____ MIXED