LG Tri 2012: Splash/Grind/Sprint
| Starts | Location |
|---|---|
| Saturday, June 30, 2012 7:00 AM |
Eagle Pool & Ice Rink 1700 Bull Pasture Road Eagle, Colorado 81631 Contact Information: Event Organizer Website |
The LG Sprint Tri is a 500 yard pool swim in the outdoor Eagle Pool followed by a 12-mile bike loop down scenic Brush Creek Road, to Adams Rib and back to the transition area. The third leg is a 5k run from the pool down the bike path to Eagle Ranch Road, connecting to the Eagle Ranch bike path, and back to the Eagle pool for the finish. Race elevation is 6,600 feet above sea level .
The 4thAnnual LG Tri is held each summer to benefit the Vail Valley Charitable Fund. This short course triathlon is held in memory of our friend, Laura Genelin, who passed away in July of 2008 from colon cancer. Laura loved participating in triathlons. To keep her passion alive, we chose to hold one annually in her hometown of Eagle, Colorado. Proceeds from the race will benefit the Vail Valley Charitable Fund, helping locals like Laura in medical crisis since 1996. To learn more about our non-profit, visit www.vvcf.org.
Visit the Event Organizer's Website
Additional Information
Registration Close Date
June 27, 2012 11:59 PM Pacific Time
Race Info
The 4th Annual LG Tri in the beautiful Vail Valley mountain town of Eagle, Colorado will be held on Saturday, June 30th, 2012. Transition area opens at 6:00 a.m. so arrive early to get your spot. Race begins at 7:00 a.m. Join us for awards and after party at the completion of the race. Event is limited to 200 participants so sign up now to guarantee your spot. For more information about the event check out www.lgtri.com.
Beneficiary
This event is held in memory of our friend, Laura Genelin, who passed away in July of 2008 from colon cancer. Laura loved participating in triathlons. To keep her passion alive, we chose to hold one annually in her hometown of Eagle, Colorado. Proceeds from the race benefit the Vail Valley Charitable Fund, helping locals like Laura in medical crisis since 1996. (www.vvcf.org)
Course Description
The LG Sprint Tri is a 500-meter swim (10 laps) in the Eagle Pool followed by a 12-mile bike loop from the pool, down the scenic Brush Creek Road, to Adams Rib and back to the pool. The third leg features a 5K run from the pool down the bike path to Eagle Ranch Road, connecting to the Eagle Ranch bike path and back to the pool for the finish. This is a great course for first-timers and pros alike.
Entry Info
Entry Fee: $65 per individual until midnight June 20th; $75 thereafter. $100 per 2-person team until midnight June 20th; $110 thereafter. $150 per 3-person team until midnight June 20th; $160 thereafter. Must be 14 years of age or older to participate. NO iPODS OR HEADPHONES ALLOWED.
Packet Pick-Up and Body Marking
Friday, June 29th, 2012 5:00-6:30 p.m. at Eagle Pool & Ice Rink
Directions to Eagle Pool
Take I-70 to Eagle exit. Turn south to roundabout. Turn right at roundabout onto Hwy 6. Take immediate left on Capital Street. Take a left on Brush Creek Road at 3-way stop. Follow to end of road.
Deadlines
Registration closes Wednesday June 27th at 11:59 p.m. Entries must be received by June 13th to guarantee dry fit shirt and requested shirt size.
Lodging Information
Participants can receive a special reduced room rate at the AmericInn in Eagle. The rate is $89.99 for 2 people. Just call 970-328-5155 and ask for the LG Tri Rate.