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Latest News, Terre Haute Triathlon:
 January 27, 2010 For sale: 2007 Specialized Transition Expert, 56cm, Dura Ace drive train. Contact John.Lentz@indstate.edu Picture January 18, 2010 Jamie Whitmore's twins Ryder and Christian were born on January 6th at 3:47pm and 3:52pm. Ryder weighed 4lbs 7oz and Christian weighed 4lbs 8oz! Both are in NICU and doing well.Read Jamies Blog January 10, 2010 Race triathlon, change the world: Last years proceeds as in past years went to Mountain Top Ministries school in Haiti. MTM is currently constructing a hospital adjacent to the school. The money we donated went to purchase a truck for this construction: Read the story October 16, 2009
The 25th anniversary race planning is well underway. We have big plans to make this a highlight for everyone.
Starting with two special guests, Simon Lessing, 4 time World Champion, Ironman Winner and top level coach. Add to
that Jamie Whitmore also a World Champion we be returning as our race announcer. Great opportunity to meet them both.
May 18, 2009 Race Weekend Schedule details March 17, 2009
USAT Names Daniel Bretscher Elite Rookie Athlete of the Year
2008 Accomplishments December 22, 2008
Special guests for the May 2009 race will include pros Daniel Bretscher and Jamie Whitmore. To learn more about Daniel, an Indiana native visit Daniel's website Jamie will be a very special guest as the World Champion Xterra racer, is battling cancer. Learn more about Jamie just watch:
Chip Timing for 2009
Mattoon Multisport will be providing chip timing for this years event.
Wave starts for 2008
Note new email contact for us is: paulasay@gmail.com
We are partnering with Forward Motion Athletics to bring a specific training program for the 2008 race.
Please see their website for details
May 3rd, 2007
USAT Officials ask us to pass along the most commonly violated rules. Please take a look at these
to make sure your race goes smoothly Most Common Violations
March, 2007
Camping is available at Hawthorn Park for $15 per night with electric hookups if you would like to stay on site. The park number is 812-462-3225.
The race is scheduled to start at 8:00 A.M. at Hawthorn Park here in Terre Haute. Directions are available on the website Directions and if you are using mapquest.com, the park address is: 6067 E Old Maple Ave Terre Haute, IN
If you are looking for a top 10 overall finish and not scheduled for the first wave, please contact me at asay@simindiana.com to be moved to the first wave.
The water temp will be posted a week in advance on the website. As always we highly recommend a wetsuit as they keep you warmer, faster and safer for the swim. You can also rent one for a day if you don't want to buy one. See wwww.wetsuitrentals.com
USAT officials will be present in transition and the bike course so you can be sure they will hand out violations that will increase your time. To avoid the most common violations:
The Transition Area will open at 6:00 A.M on the 19th. Please remember to have your bike in a rack, and all non-essential gear outside the fence of the transition area.
For family benefit, we have a 12 and under kids1/4 mile run, scheduled again this year which will like start at 8:45 A.M. Gather the kids near the finish line and be ready for a great finish award.
Proceeds from the event this year will go to Mountain Top Ministries School in Haiti. Last year we were able to assit in purchasing a new pickup truck to transfer volunteers and building a new high school. Two years ago we helped purchase electrical generators for the school and the Medical Clinic. Without assistance from individual and corporate sponsors, no chidren in this area of Haiti would have any opportunity for an education.
Look forward to seeing you here soon.
Past winners of the race since its inception in 1986.
If you have questions, or suggestions, just drop us a note via email at
paulasay@gmail.com
or call us at (812) 466-9561.
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