Maine's First All Women's Tri - August 9, 2008
  Race time: 8:00am
  Southern Maine Community College

**WETSUITS: Due to chilly water temperatures, wetsuits are STRONGLY RECOMMENDED for the swim.

Wetsuits will be available to rent from
Peak Performance Multisport
317 Marginal Way
Portland, ME 04101 207-780-8200

Please mention that you are reserving for “Tri for a CURE” race and you will receive the discounted prices below.

Rental Prices:
August 8th – August 9th: $30.00 August 7th – August 9th: $40.00

ALL CANCER SURVIVORS - $ FREE!

All rentals are on a first come first serve basis. Reserve yours in plenty of time for the race!

Transition: Transition will be located just steps from the swim finish. Prior to the race, an official MUST check your bike and helmet. Volunteers will be available to do body marking. During the race, volunteers will be on site to help direct you in and out of transition. Small pools of water will be available to rinse off your feet as you enter the transition area from
the swim. We ask that you exercise extreme caution while entering and exiting the transition area during the race to keep it safe for all athletes.

Bike (12 miles): The bike loop will take you through portions of South Portland and Cape Elizabeth. This will be a gently rolling course along beautifully maintained urban roads. Run (3.0 miles): This loop is arguably the most amazing tri runs in all of New England! The run will start at transition and go along the marina from Spring Point Head Light to Bug Head Light. The path will meander through Bug Head Light Park, and take you within inches of the lighthouse before turning back towards campus. A connector path will lead athletes to the perimeter of the SMCC campus. Athletes will meet up with an amazing oceanfront path that will provide stunning ocean views and lead to an unforgettable finish!

Duathlon (1.5 mile run/12-15 mile bike/3.0 mile run): The duathlon is being offered for those athletes who choose to not do the swim portion of the race. It will consist of a shorter run, complete bike course, and complete run. The duathlon will start just minutes after the start of the first swim wave.

Relay (triathlon ONLY): Relays may be made up of two or three members. Each team member will complete one or two legs of the race. Each team will have one timing chip.

USAT Sanctioned: Tri for a Cure will be a USAT sanctioned event. There will be officials at transition and throughout the racecourse; making sure that all USAT rules are followed in accordance with their guidelines. If you are not familiar with these rules, please go to www.usatriathlon.org/MultiSport101.aspx and scroll down to “Rules.” This page will also provide valuable information on race etiquette, training, and membership.

Field Limited: Tri for a Cure is limited to 500 athletes.

Registration: We request that all athletes register prior to July 26th. Online registration will allow you to receive e-mail updates on the event and is strongly encouraged for both individual athletes and relay teams. All athletes are required to sign the USAT waiver which is done automatically when you register online.

• Individual athletes – when registering online, please choose the appropriate registration type. Non USAT members pay an additional fee of $10 when registering to become a one day member.
• Relay Teams – when registering online, the first person to register from the relay team will create a team name. The other team participants will select “join a relay team” and search for the team name to join and follow the process. All members of the relay MUST register in order to compete in the race. Each member must choose the appropriate registration type determined by the USAT membership status. 

Pre-Race Check In & Expo: Race check in and the expo will take place on August 8th from 3-7pm, at the dining hall on the SMCC campus. Check in will also be available from 6-7am on race day at the race venue. We STRONGLY recommend checking in on Friday to avoid any delays. All athletes, including relay team members, must be present to check in on one of the two days provided. Athletes MUST provide a picture ID (and current USAT card if registered as a member). If you registered as a member of USAT and fail to bring your current membership card with you to check in, you will have to pay the $10 one-day member fee when you check in. USAT waivers will be available for any athlete that does not have one on file. Athletes will receive a packet with numbered swim cap, race number and timing chip. Athletes will also receive a goody bag filled with various items along with a race t-shirt. The expo will provide a wonderful opportunity for athletes to purchase last minute race items and learn more about tri related products and services.

Relay Check In: We encourage ALL team members to check in as a team on Friday, August 8that the SMCC cafeteria. Each team member MUST present a picture ID (and current USAT card if they registered as a USAT member). Any team member that registered as a USAT member and fails to bring a current membership card to check in, will be required to purchase a one-day license for $10. The swimmer will take the cap and timing chip. The runner will take the race number. ALL members of the relay MUST register in order for the relay to compete in the race. Check in will be available at the race venue on Saturday from 6-7am for those team members unable to make it on Friday night. Each team member will receive a goody bag and t-shirt.

Pre-Race Carb Dinner: The pre-race carb dinner will take place after the expo and registration. Athletes, friends, family, and sponsors will have the opportunity to register for the pre-race dinner during online registration. Tickets will be sold for $25 each. Guest speakers will discuss their triathlon experiences, as well as provide some motivational words for your upcoming race. Space is limited to 200 people, so buy your tickets early! Register at http://carbdinner.kintera.org/

Refund Policy: Maine Cancer Foundation is a registered (501)(c)(3) organization. There will be no refunds for this event but Maine Cancer Foundation will work with you to transfer your registration or donate it to allow a survivor to participate if circumstances do not allow you to. All contributions are tax deductible to the full extent allowed by law.

Inclement Weather: Tri for a Cure will not be cancelled for any reason other than severe conditions that pose extreme danger to athletes and volunteers. Race management reserves the right to alter the course in any way they deem is in the best interest of the athletes and volunteers. This includes, but is not limited to, shortening or changing the course, removing one of the sports, postponing the start, etc. There will be NO REFUNDS in the case of changes or cancellations due to weather. If canceled, Tri for a Cure will not be rescheduled.

Post-Race Activities: After the race, we will have a food tent for athletes free of charge. There will be a BBQ, other food items, and drinks available to purchase. Spectators will enjoy the beautiful scenery and can cheer the women to the finish line. A post-race party along with an awards ceremony will be held after the last athlete finishes the race. In addition, we will have a super raffle! Don’t forget to purchase your raffle tickets at the event.

Race Categories:
Survivor Group
19 and Under
20 – 24
25 – 29
30 – 34
35 – 39
40 – 44
45 – 49
50 – 54
54 – 59
60+
Relay
Duathlon

Awards/Categories: Everyone is a winner at Tri for a Cure! Each athlete will be presented with an award upon crossing the finish line.

Awards will be given in for the following categories in the race:

• Top 3 Survivors
• Top 3 Overall Women
• Top 3 Women in each Age Group (19 & under and every 5 years up to 60+)
• Top 3 Overall Duathlon
• Top 3 Overall Relays

Recognition will be given for the following:

• Most Valuable Volunteer
• Best Supportive Sign Created by a Child
• Best Event Photo – We want your race photos! Please email your favorites to joanne@mainecancer.org or send to: Maine Cancer Foundation, PO Box 533, Portland, ME 04112. If emailing, please type “Tri Photo” in subject line. The winning photo will adorn the front page of the 2009 Tri for a Cure website!

Fundraising Prizes:

• See fundraising section