Start Time
10:00 am EST – Swim starts at The State Boat Ramp. Buses will run from Transition Area to Swim Start starting at 9:20am. If you choose to walk it is a ½-mile away or about a ten-minute walk

Distance
1-mile SWIM, 25-mile BIKE, 6.2-mile RUN

Field Limit
450 Individuals and 50 relay Teams

Entry Fees:
Pricing before August 1, 2009:
Individuals: $85
Relay Teams: $125

Pricing after August 1, 2008
Individuals: $99
Relay Teams: $140

USA Triathlon Sanctioned Event
All athletes must present a valid, current USAT annual membership at packet pick-up OR purchase a 1-day USAT license at packet pick-up for $10. If you forget your card you will still be required to purchase a 1-day USAT license. No Exceptions!

USA Triathlon rules will apply. USAT officials will be present and on the racecourse. Athletes can be penalized for drafting, blocking, crossing the centerline, use of headphones among other violations. Be sure to review current rules at: www.USATriathlon.org

Refunds, Transfers, Cancellations…
The Mayflower Triathlon has a “NO REFUND” Policy. Be certain that you can race before registering. No transfers between athletes, events, or the following years events are permitted. No exceptions ! In the event of inclement weather we reserve the right to shorten, alter, or cancel any portion of this race. In that case there will be no refunds.

Event Check-in, Packet Pick-Up, and Race Expo
Saturday September 5, 2009 at the Pilgrim Memorial Park 7:15am – 9:30am

Minimum Age
15 years old on race day

Categories / Age Groups
Elite (Male & Female)
Age Groups (Male & Female): 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34….
Clydesdale (Male 200+ lbs)
Athena (Female 150+ lbs)
Relay Teams (Male, Female, Mixed) these can be 2 or 3-person teams

Awards / Prize Money
First Place Overall (Male & Female) = $ 200
2nd Place Overall (Male & Female) = $ 100
3rd Place Overall (Male & Female) = $ 50
Awards to Top 3 in each Age Group, Clydesdales, Athenas, and Relay Teams

Timing:
New England Timing utililizing Winning Time Chip Systems will provide 5 splits and overall finishing time for each athlete.

Wetsuits
Notwithstanding an unprecedented ocean warm up this is a wetsuit legal event.

Disqualification
Per Waiver received from USA Triathlon: use of iPod, MP3 player, headphones, radios or the like will result in disqualification.

Lodging/ Host Hotel
Radisson Hotel Plymouth Harbor, 180 Water Street, Plymouth, MA 02360, 877-500-0050 or 508-747-4900, www.radissonplymouth.com

Other Lodging/Activities/Restaurants
www.visit-plymouth.com

THE RACE COURSE
SWIM: 1-Mile
The Mayflower Triathlon at Plymouth Rock swim is a point-to-point course in Plymouth Harbor where the Pilgrims landed in the year 1620. A barrier beach protects the harbor. This generally results in calm surf. The swim begins with a water start at the foot of the State Boat Ramp. Swimmers swim .5 miles along the breakwall / jetty keeping the buoys to your right. At the turnaround buoy head towards the Mayflower II. Swimmers exit at the dock next to The Mayflower II and run 1/4 mile on indoor/outdoor carpet to the transition area at Memorial State Park just south of Plymouth Rock. You can expect water temperatures in the mid-60’s. Wetsuits are recommended. Unlike the Pilgrims there are no rocks to navigate as you exit the water.

BIKE: 25-miles
The 2009 Mayflower Triathlon at Plymouth Rock features a new and out and back 25-mile course. In keeping with our Pilgrim Theme most of the course is within scenic Myles Standish State Park. The bike course is open to vehicular traffic. Traffic is expected to be light on this holiday weekend. All major intersections and turns will be staffed by police and volunteers.

Helmets are mandatory!

RUN: 6.2-miles
The 2009 Mayflower Triathlon at Plymouth Rock run route is an out and back course. Aid stations located every mile on the run will be stocked with Gatorade, Water, and Hammer Gel. You’ll finish in unforgettable fashion at the historic Plymouth Waterfront running past The Mayflower II and finishing at Plymouth Rock.