XTERRA Whitewater Triathlon – Sunday, July 15
Event Info:
Date: Sunday, July 15 2012
Time:
- Registration/Check-in begins at 6:30 a.m.
- Race begins at 8:00 a.m.
Distances:
- Swim: 850 meters total, 2 legs
- Mountain bike: 23 k.m.
- Trail run: 6.5 k.m.
Event Details:
XTERRA Whitewater returns in 2012 to the U.S. National Whitewater Center to put triathletes to the test at the world’s premier outdoor recreation center. Athletes will begin with a two-part 850 meter swim in the Catawba River and the USNWC’s own artificial river system. From there, a transition brings athletes to the mountain biking portion where they will tackle the USNWC trail network for 23 km. Finally, an 6.5 km. run on the brand new East Main trail will complete the event.
XTERRA Whitewater-Triathlon is a USA Triathlon sanctioned event. All participants must be registered with USA Triathlon to participate. You can register at USA Triathlon or sign up for a single-day registration on the day of the event.
Course Map:
Registration Details:
Click Here for Online Registration
- Current until June 29th: $90 (T-shirts only guaranteed with registration by June 29th)
- June 30th-July 11th: $100 (Pre-registration closes 11:59pm on July 11th)
- Day-of Registration: $120
- Please indicate your USAT membership number on the registration form OR choose “Pending” if currently awaiting your USAT number OR choose “1 Day.”
XTERRA Whitewater – Triathlon Rules and Regulations
Swim
- It is mandatory that athletes wear swim caps during the entire duration of the swim
- Wetsuits are mandatory for Age Group athletes if the water temperature is BELOW 57 degrees Fahrenheit (14 degrees C)
- Wetsuits are permitted for Age Group athletes if the water temperature is AT or BELOW 72 degrees Fahrenheit (22 degrees C)
- Wetsuits are forbidden for Age Group athletes if the water temperature is ABOVE 72 degrees Fahrenheit (22 degrees C)
- Wetsuits are mandatory for Professional athletes if the water temperature is BELOW 57 degrees Fahrenheit (14 degrees C)
- Wetsuits are permitted for Professional athletes if the water temperature is AT or BELOW 68 degrees Fahrenheit (20 degrees C).
- Wetsuits are forbidden for Professional athletes if the water temperature is ABOVE 68 degrees Fahrenheit (20 degrees C)
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2012 River Bound Race Series
Event Info:
What: Trail Race Series that is a joint production between North Carolina Outward Bound and the USNWC
Dates:
- March 10 (5K/8K)
- May 19 (5K/10K)
- July 21 (5K/15K)
- September 22 (5K/Half Marathon)
More Information: River Bound Race Series
Online Registration: Available Online
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Run Back to Your Roots 8K – Saturday, April 28
Event Info:
UPDATE: Race results available online.
What: 8K Trail Run and Family Fun Run/Walk supporting North Carolina Friends of Midwives
When: Saturday, April 28
Distances & Price:
- 8K Trail Run
$35 Early Registration (Click to Register)- $40 Day-of Registration
- Pre-registration ends on Thursday, April 26
$20 Early Registration (Click to Register Online)- $25 Day-of Registration
$45 Family Pack – Up to 6 people. $5 per head over 6 people. (Click to Register Online).
Race Schedule:
- 7:00 a.m. – Race Day Registration
- 9:00 a.m. – 8K Start
- 9:15 a.m. – Family Fun Run/Walk Start
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Thin Mint Sprint – Saturday, April 21, 2012
Event Info:
What: Thin Mint Sprint (5K and Fun Run/Walk)
When: Saturday, April 21
Schedule:
- 7:15 a.m. – Registration
- 8:00 a.m. – 5K Start
- 8:15 a.m. – 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk Start
- 9:00 a.m. – Awards Ceremony
Registration: Available through Girl Scouts, Hornets’ Nest Council
Trail Run Challenge – Saturday, August 18, 2012
Event Info:
Date: August 18, 2012
Time: 8:30 a.m.
Distance: 5K and 10K
Registration: Available online.
Charlotte Running Company Trail Race – Jan. 21
Event Info:
Date: January 21, 2012
Time:
- Race Day Registration: 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
- Race Start: 9:00 a.m.
Distance: 4 mile, 9 mile and 13 mile options
Trail Run Challenge – August 20, 2011
Event Info:
Date: August 20, 2011
Time: 8:30 a.m.
Distance: 5K and 10K
Registration: Available online
XTERRA Whitewater Trail Race and Triathlon
Event info:
Date: July 9 & 10, 2011
Trail Race (July 9): 3.5 mile or 8.25 mile options.
Triathlon (July 10): 720 meter swim (two legs), 26 km. mountain biking, 8 km. trail run.