VICTORIA INTERNATIONAL HALF IRON and SPRINT TRIATHLON
MAY 26, 2007
Beneficiaries of the event: This event will support and increase the profile of the Kinsol Trestle bridge reconstruction and extension of
the Trans Canada Trail projects.
Coaching:
Coaching and Training Programs for this event available through LifeSport Coaching. For more information, click here.
Kids Fun Run: Friday, May 25, 7:00PM.
Volunteers: Be a part of an exciting world class event! We would love to have you out! If you are interested in volunteering for this event please click here.
COURSE
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Event location:
Shawnigan Lake, BC, Canada (45 Km. North of Victoria)
Swim: Half-Iron = 1.9 KM, Sprint = 500m
Swim in West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park
Swim the tranquil waters of this picturesque lake. The water temperature is predicted to be 16-19 degrees Celsius so a wetsuit-legal swim is very likely. The water will be quite cool. It is suggested that you bring an additional swim cap to wear underneath the race swim cap that will be provided to you by the race. You may want to also consider ear plugs if you are susceptible to ear infections.
All participants in the Half-Iron must finish the swim before the cut-off of 8:15AM. There is no cut-off for the Sprint.
All participants will be given a swim cap that must be worn during the swim.
Bike: Half-Iron = 88KM, Sprint = 22KM
Bike on the rolling hills that surround Shawnigan Lake in the charming Cowichan Valley. This will be a 4 loop route for the Half-Iron and a single loop for the Sprint race that is scenic yet challenging. It is your responsibility to count your 4 laps for the Half-Iron bike course. The timing crew will tell us after the race if you did not complete 4 laps which will result in a disqualification.
All Half-Iron participants must finish the bike before the cut-off of 12:15PM. There is no cut-off for the Sprint.
Aid Stations: 1 aid station per loop.
Run: Half-Iron = 21.1KM, Sprint = 5KM
Run on the Cowichan Valley Trail
The run route will take place on a non-paved surface on the Cowichan Valley Trail. The trail is a historical railway bed set on a wide packed trail under the beautiful BC tall cedars. The Half-Iron portion of the trail includes a breathtaking view of the Kinsol Trestle from the turn-around point. The Sprint route heads North 2.5km, turns around and heads back to the transition and finish area.
All Half-Iron participants must finish the run before the cut-off of 3:00PM. There is no cut-off for the Sprint.
Aid Stations: 8 aid stations on the course for the Half-Iron and 2 aid stations on the Sprint race.
Start Time:
Half-Iron = 7:00AM, single wave in waist deep water start. This is a 2 lap course where you will stay in the water as you go on to the second lap.
Sprint = 8:15AM, single wave in waist deep water start. This is a 1 lap course that is a shortened version on the Half-Iron course
Entry Fee for Half-Iron:
Early Bird Until February 28, 2007:
Individual- $190; Relay (2 people)- $220; Relay (3 people)- $240
Regular Fee Until March 1- April 30, 2007:
Individual $215; Relay (2 people)- $250; Relay (3 people)- $270
Late Entry, May 1-23, 2007:
Individual $240; Relay (2 people)- $250; Relay (3 people)- $270
Entry Fee for Sprint:
Early Bird Until April 30, 2007:
Individual- $69; Relay (2 people)- $89; Relay (3 people)- $99
Late Entry, May 1-23, 2007:
Individual $89; Relay (2 people)- $109; Relay (3 people)- $119
Online Registration closes on midnight May 23, 2007 or sooner if the race
fills up.
All entries are non-refundable and non-transferable.
An additional $10.00 for each participant, or $5.00 for each member of a
relay team, will be charged on your entry form if no VALID TriBC# is
provided.
Refund Policy: Sorry, refunds are not permitted. Be sure you can and will race prior to registering. The exchange of entries is strictly prohibited.
Field Limit: 750 Individuals and 100 Relay Teams
Race Announcer: The one and only, Steve King.
Mandatory Bike Drop & Race Package Pick-Up - All bikes must be dropped off and secured overnight at West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park on Friday May 25 from 3:00PM to 8:00PM, no exceptions. The Park has limited parking, so please try to car-pool. Bike mechanics will be available for a bike check. The bikes will be kept protected overnight by a security guard. Your registration and race package kits including you race garments will be given to you when you drop off the bikes. A waiver will have to be signed then too. Your timing chips will be handed out on Saturday morning.
Event Check-in on Race Day: Saturday May 26, 5:00am to 7:15am
Parking will be a challenge and is not permitted in the Provincial Park on race day, a bus shuttle service will be available free of charge from 5:00am to 7:15am from the designated parking areas to the Provincial Park. Please try to car-pool and arrange to be dropped-off at the race site. These parking areas are all in the Shawnigan Lake main commercial centre and within 7K from the Provincial Park, a 15 minute bus ride away, so please adjust your race morning schedule accordingly. Please click here for a map indicating the two parking lots available:
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Our Lady Queen of the World Catholic Church, 2900 Shawnigan Lake Road
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Alliance Church, 1603 Wilmot Avenue
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Please be respectful of the church properties.
Body marking and Timing Chip pick-up, Half-Iron (5:30am-6:30am)
Body marking and Timing Chip pick-up, SPRINT (5:30am-7:15am)
Pre-Race Meeting (Mandatory) on Race Day on the beach at West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park, everyone must attend:
- Half-Iron, Race Day, May 26, 6:30am
- Sprint, Race Day, May 26, 7:45am
Awards:
Combined Sprint & Half-Iron, May 26, 3:30pm at the race site.
(All Half-Iron Finishers will receive a finisher’s medal)
Prize Money for Half Iron only: 1st: $1000; 2nd: $500; 3rd $250. Male and Female.
Age Groups: The Half-Iron age categories will be in five year increments (e.g. 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, etc.). The Sprint age categories will be in ten year increments (e.g. Under 20, 20-29, 30-39, etc.). Your age group is determined by your age on December 31, 2007.
Relay Teams:
Teams may consist of two or three members, Team divisions include: male, female and mixed.
- Hand off your timing chip in the transition area at your assigned bike rack
- All relay participants need to be body marked
- Only the runner wears the race number
Race Garment (Swag): White technical short sleeve running shirt.
Kids Run:
Friday, May 25, 7:00PM.
Volunteers: Be a part of an exciting world class event! We would love to have you out! If you are interested in volunteering for this event please click here.
Timing & Results: Chip Timing from Race Headquarters, results will be available at www.lifesport.ca
Event Sanctioning: This event will be sanctioned by Triathlon British Columbia.
Rules: Triathlon British Columbia rules will apply. Please review the rules at http://www.tribc.org. HELMETS ARE REQUIRED. Your chin strap must be buckled at ALL times you are in contact with the bike even in the transition area.
Post Race Events: Kick back and join the fun and food immediately following the event. The awards ceremony will take place near the transition zone. Please check back for further details.
Getting to Victoria & Shawnigan Lake:
Airports:
Victoria International Airport
Nanaimo Airport
Ferries:
BC Ferries
Seattle to Victoria Passenger Ferry
Port Angeles Ferry
Anacortes to Sidney Ferry
Directions to West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park:
From VICTORIA: drive north on the Island Highway (Highway 1). Turn left at the flashing yellow light intersection onto South Shawnigan Lake Road. When the road divides, turn left onto West Shawnigan Lake Road. The West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park is on the EAST (right, or lake side) side of the road.
From NANAIMO: drive south on the Island Highway (Highway 1). At the traffic light intersection of the Island Highway and Cobble Hill Road, turn right and continue to Shawnigan Lake. Turn right onto Renfrew Road in Shawnigan Lake village and follow the road around to the west side of the lake. The West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park is on the EAST (left, or lake side) side of the road.
Race Hotel and Accommodations:
Partner resort for the race is the Aerie: www.aerie.bc.ca
The Aerie is rated by travel magazines as one of the top resorts in all of North America.
Treat yourself to one of Canada’s most beautiful and picturesque resorts,
they will sell-out on race weekend, so book now and stay only 5 minutes away
from the race site.
Looking to extend your stay:
May 12/13 - Shawnigan Lake Regatta
May 27 – The Shawnigan Lake Walk 27K
Tourism Victoria
Tourism Cowichan Valley
Tourism B.C.
Contact Info:
John Botelho, Event Manager
770 Sayward Road
Victoria, BC, Canada, V8Y 1R2
250-220-2259 Phone
866-287-9465 Fax
john@LifeSport.ca
