Sprint Triathlon I – USA Triathlon Sanctioned

Description of Event:	We are excited to bring to you the first of four USA Triathlon Sanctioned races.  The top 10% in each age group qualify for Age Group Nationals – Olympic distance race to be held in Burlington, Vermont in August 2012.  For this race, you must either be a member of USAT or pay for a day fee.  Due to the nature of this race, relay teams will not be allowed.  There is a limit of 200 racers for this race.  Please register early as we do expect for this race to sell out.  Enjoy the beauty of Vermont as you swim, bike and run to and from Shelburne Beach on Lake Champlain.  The tri begins with a rectangular swim at Shelburne Beach.  The lake is shallow for this swim and is monitored by race volunteers and/or lifeguards on several boats along the course.  Following is an out-and-back bike ride and a run past scenic Shelburne Orchards and back.  Family and friends can cheer you on from Shelburne Beach where little ones can play at the playground. Enjoy a BBQ or picnic afterward as there are grills and tables at the town beach.
Date/Time:	June 30; 8 am
Distance:	500 yard swim, 15.8 mile bike, 3.1 mile run
Cost:	$50 individuals if registered by June 27, 2012 -  Pre-registration will close on June 27, 2012. Additional Fees: Add an additional $12 if you are not a USAT member. Please add $10 for Race Day Registration if registering the day of the event (race-day registration will not be available if the race sells out prior to race day. Event t-shirts (wicking) are available for an additional $20.  They are available in both men’s and women’s sizes.  Men’s shirts seem to run large and women’s shirts tend to run small.  We recommend ordering one size down or up respectively.  Shirt orders must be placed no later than June 8, 2012.
Registration Information:	Click here to register for this event.  Pre-registration will close on June 27, 2012.  If this race does not fill prior to the race, Race Day Registration will be available for an additional $10.
Registration Confirmation:	Check here to view registrants as the race gets closer.
Race Day Information:	Click here for very important race check-in and race day information from 2011.  Updated 2012 information will be posted as soon as it is available. It will also be emailed to registered racers just before the race. Please make sure that you do not have racevermont.com blocked from your inbox.  Pre-race check-in will be available at Fleet Feet Sports.  Stay tuned for more details.Please note that ALL racers must produce a PHOTO ID when checking in. According to USAT, “NO ID, NO RACE, NO EXCEPTIONS”. USAT members must also have their USAT membership card with them.
Wetsuit Information:	Click here for more details.
Directions to Race:	From the north: Take Route 7 south until you are in the village of Shelburne, Vermont.  Pass the Shelburne Museum on your right.  Take the next right (at a light at the top of the hill) onto Bostwick Road.  Follow Bostwick Road until it bears sharply to the left (approximately 2 miles).  Turn right at the bend onto Beach Road and follow signs for parking.From the south: Take Route 7 north until you are in the village of Shelburne, Vermont.  Take the left (at the first traffic light) onto Bostwick Road.  Follow Bostwick Road until it bears sharply to the left (approximately 2 miles).  Turn right at the bend onto Beach Road and follow signs for parking.
Where to Park:	Racers: Field on right hand side of Beach Road just before entering the beach parking lot. Volunteers: Same as racers
Refreshments:	Refreshments will be provided by Coca-Cola and Shelburne Supermarket.
Awards:	1st, 2nd and 3rd overall for men and women 1st place in each age group (5-year groupings) raffle prizes in random drawing (must be present to win)
Volunteers:	15 needed. Information Volunteer Duties: Set-up, registration, parking, timing, road marshals and water stations
General questions:	Call Rayne Herzog:  (w) 802-985-4410, (c) 802-316-7142