Events:  The first race will be the 750 meter event.  The second race is the 1500 meter swim.  The third and final swim will be 2250 meters.  Each race will be completed before the next race begins.  This will be an in water start, wave format.  You can combine events!  You are eligable for awards for each individual event you compete in but will only get one swag bag.  All three events combined is a total of 4,500 meters (2.8 miles). Each race will be allowed a 10 minute warmup near the start area.


Swim Course: The swim course will be in Lake Royer and will be a 750 meter course.  The 750 meter race will complete one lap.  The 1500 meter race will complete two laps.  The 2250 meter race will do three laps.  Competitors will exit the water after each lap and will run along the beach and then down a pier and jump back into the water off the pier to start their next lap.

Timing:  This event is chip timed!  We will be providing race day results as well as split times for the multi-lap events that will be posted same day as the event.


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GIVING:

The Fort Ritchie Triathlon will help support the Fort Ritchie Community Center.  The Non-Profit Center strives to create and provide healthy lifestyle and leisure activities, foster community traditions, and promote cultural development through the arts, education, sports, technology, and natural resources to enhance the quality of life for the residents and users of Fort Ritchie and surrounding communities.


www.TheFRCC.org






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PRICING:

This is not a USAT sanctioned event so there are no additional sanction charges for this race.


All entries get a logo commemorative large towel and swim cap.  We will also provide water, sport drink and post race food. Only swag bag per person (even those doing more than one event).


Early Registration- 
750 Meter:                          $35.00
1500 Meter:                        $35.00
2250 Meter:                        $35.00
Combine 2 Events:           $50.00
Combine All 3 Events:     $65.00

Regular Registration- beginning January 30
750 Meter:                          $40.00
1500 Meter:                        $40.00
2250 Meter:                        $40.00
Combine 2 Events:           $55.00
Combine All 3 Events:     $70.00


Late Registration- beginning May 20
750 Meter:                        $45.00
1500 Meter:                      $45.00
2250 Meter:                      $45.00
Combine 2 Events:           $60.00
Combine All 3 Events:      $75.00

There are no refunds, transfers or deferments for this race.  If you are unable to race you can automatically cancel your registration on imATHLETE.com and receive a coupon to use towards another Racine MultiSports race within 12 months.  The coupon value is determined below.   

Coupon rules:
    -Races not sold out, you will receive a 75% coupon credit until 7 days prior to the event.
     -Races sold out or within 7 days of the event, there is no coupon offer for cancelations.
     -Coupons do not cover any registration fees that are higher than the value of the coupon.



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AWARD CATEGORIES:

The award categories are the same for the each event: 750 Meter, 1500 Meter and 2250 Meter.

Overall Male and Female (3 deep)
Age Groups: 16 and under, 17-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69,  70+  (2 deep) *we will expand awards as the race grows.

Participants doing the combined swims are eligable for awards for each individual event they swim.  

Awards will be handed out at the awards ceremony following the race.  No award will be mailed automatically.  For a fee of $10 we will mail your medal or award upon your request.


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SCHEDULE:

Race Site:
Fort Ritchie Community Center 
14421 Lake Royer Drive
Cascade, MD 21719

Saturday:  No Saturday packet pick up
Sunday:     6 - 7:30AM            Packet Pickup/Registration   
                     7:30AM                  Pre-Race Meeting
                     7:45AM                  750 Warm Up
                     7:55AM                  750 Line up at Start
                     8:00AM                  750  Meter Race begins
                     8:30AM                  1500 Warm Up
                     8:40AM                  1500 Line up at Start
                     8:45AM                  1500 Meter Race begins
                     9:30AM                  2250 Warm Up
                     9:40AM                  2250 Line up at Start
                     9:45 AM                 2250 Meter Race begins
                    11:00AM (approx.)   Awards Ceremony  
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EVENT RULES:

All must wear the provided swim cap with bib # written on the cap.  Wetsuits will be allowed if water temps are below 80 degrees.  Wesuits are recommended during May since water temperatures are usually in the 60's.  Fins are not permitted.  Athletes that do not complete the course must visit race officals at the finish line to check in and return their timing chip.

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LODGING:

Camping at the race site.....no cost

Hotels:
    Thurmont, MD about 15 minutes from the race site
    Hagerstown, MD about 20 minutes from the race site
    Waynesboro, PA about 10 minutes from the race site

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VOLUNTEERS:

Want to have some fun and get a t-shirt?  Become a volunteer for this event!  As with all multi-sport events the volunteers are a critical part to make the race enjoyable for the athletes.  Please contact us at kcracine@myactv.net if you are available to help us with this event.

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RESULTS:

Posted after the event HERE


Previous Winners


750 Meter    Male                 Female 
2012         Matthew Byrd 9:35    Julie Rodden 10:09


1500 Meter   Male                 Female 
2012         Matthew Byrd 20:01   Ericka Sheckler 24:02


2250 Meter   Male                 Female 
2012         Matthew Byrd 31:03   Julie Rodden 33:22


Course Record Holders:

750 Meter
Male 2012 Matthew Byrd 9:35
Female 2112 Julie Rodden 10:09

1500 Meter
Male 2012 Matthew Byrd 20:01
Female 2012 Ericka Sheckler 24:02


2250 Meter
Male 2012 Matthew Byrd 31:03
Female 2012 Julie Rodden 33:22



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RACE PHOTOS:

2012 Photos Select Here