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Michigan's Premier Triathlon for Women Only
Sprint Triathlon, Mini Sprint Triathlon, and Sprint Duathlon
Sunday, June 24, 2012 - 7:30AM
Portage Lake Beach, Waterloo Recreation Area
20 Miles West of Ann Arbor, MI

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TGT has sold out the last two years

All Races Field Limit 550

The Tri Goddess mission is to inspire women of all fitness abilities to set and reach new health and fitness goals through the training and completion of a triathlon. The inaugural event was the first ever all-women's triathlon/duathlon in Michigan. This races celebrates women with many unique features and awards...AND tons of fun! It’s put on by women who know how to make triathlon special. Held at Big Portage Lake, just 12 miles west of Chelsea. Remote, beautiful, quiet, and safe. Mini sprint race designed for women trying their first triathlon.

Date:

June 24, 2012 - Rain or Shine. See inclement weather policy.

Race Start Time:

7:30 AM

Packet Pick Up:

Saturday, June 23rd
Time - TBD

Day of Race - 5:45 to 7:00 AM (Check-in will close 30 minutes before the start of the race.)

Course Maps:

Click on distances for course maps:

Sprint: 0.5 mile swim, 10.7 mile bike, 3 mile run - some of the run is on trails with one steep downhill

Mini-Sprint: 0.25 mile swim, 10.7 mile bike, 1.5 mile run - some of the run is on trails

Duathlon: 1.5 mile run, 10.7 mile bike, 3 mile run - some of the run is on trails with one steep downhill

Transition Area

Bike Course Map - Printable

Sprint and Mini Distance Bike Course Description

Race Venue:

Big Portage Lake, Waterloo Recreation Area, 20 miles west of Ann Arbor, MI
Park Info: A State Park permit is needed to enter Waterloo Recreation Area.

  • The Recreation Passport is your $10 ticket to Michigan's state parks and outdoor adventures!
  • Out-of-state residents will still be required to purchase a $8 daily permit or a $29 annual Motor Vehicle Permit.
  • Michigan residents CANNOT purchase a one day, you must do the Recreation Passport.
Transition Info: Everyone must be finished setting up and out of the transition by 7:15 AM SHARP

Registration Fees:

USAT Member

Not A USAT Member

Deadline
$65 $77

Nov. 1 - Dec. 31, 2011 until 12 AM
$75 $87

Jan. 1 - June 1, 2012 until 12 AM
$85 $97

June 2 - June 22, 2012 until 8 PM


Entry Fee Includes: T-shirt, finisher medal, swim cap, sponsor product samples, festive post race brunch after the race, and more...

Identification:

USAT Members must present a current USAT card or it will be necessary to pay the one day license fee.
Non-USAT members who paid a one-day license fee need not present proof of membership.
All participants MUST PRESENT PHOTO ID.

Non-USAT $12 Fee Explanation:

The $12 fee for non-USAT members is for USAT insurance. The entire $12 fee is paid to USAT. USAT is the governing body for the sport of triathlon.

Schedule of Race Day Events:
  • 5:45 a.m. Packet Pick-Up
  • 5:45 a.m. Transition area opens
  • 7:00 a.m. Packet Pick-Up closes
  • 7:15 a.m. Transition area closes
  • 7:15 a.m. Mandatory meeting on beach
  • 7:30 a.m. Race begins
  • 8:45-11:30 a.m. Post-race celebration and athlete breakfast, finish area
  • 9:45 a.m. Awards ceremony (approximate time)

Wetsuit Rule:

Each participant shall be permitted to wear a wetsuit without penalty in this event up to and including a water temperature of 78 degrees Fahrenheit.

Race Divisions:

15-17, 18-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+; NO RELAYS

Awards:

Triathlon - Top three overall, top master (40 yrs. and over), top grand master (50 yrs. and over), top five in each age division, a special award for a "First Timer over Fifty"!
Finisher award to all finishers.
Duathlon - Top ten overall, top master (40 yrs. and over), and top grand master (50 yrs. and over)

Medical Services:

American Red Cross will be on site and handle all race related medical problems. Jackson Valley Ambulance will be on pull-out alert for our event.

Rules and Policies:

USAT rules apply. Click here for rules. Click here for policies.

How to get there: 11500 Seymour Road, Grass Lake, MI 49240 - Take I-94 to the Grass Lake exit, exit 150 - Mt. Hope Rd. Go north 2.3 miles to Seymour Road. Turn west (left). Go 1.75 miles to the park entrance. Directions

Lodging:

Chelsea Comfort Inn and Village Conference Center
1645 Commerce Park Dr.
Chelsea, MI 48118
Phone: 734.433.8000
Special Rate: $92

Holiday Inn and Suites
3155 Boardwalk Drive
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Phone: 734.213.1900
Special Rate: $89

Camping:

There are two options for reservations at the Waterloo/Portage Lake campground, (1) visit Pure Michigan and click on the "Book at Waterloo Recreation Area Now " hyper link in the middle of the page. Then click on "Campsite go>>" and then choose Portage Lake Campground or (2) call 800.447.2757 and specify Waterloo Recreation Area Portage Lake Campground.

 

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