Prizemania! Bozeman Tritons Triathlon Raffle

BOZEMAN TRITONS TRIATHLON RAFFLE

Grand Prize – Ironman Adventure Package – ($750 Value)
Experience the multisport lifestyle by racing, volunteering or spectating at any global World Triathlon Corporation series race! Races include 5150 Olympic, 70.3 Half Ironman, and Full Ironman distances. Choose from nearly 100 worldwide travel destinations in the USA, Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia or North & South America. The Bozeman Triton Triathlon Club will cover $750 of your expenses. Expenses include entry fee, travel, accommodations, or related expenses, etc. Be creative and build your own personal dream Ironman Adventure Package. Get inspired and share your story with us!

Second Place Prize – Rudy Project Eyewear and Tri Package – ($500 Value)
Get technically cool his and her eyewear and assorted triathlon gear! Two pairs of Rudy Project Sunglasses (Wizaard and Ability), TriSwim shampoo, conditioner, body wash and lotion, 2 fast dry towels, TriSlide, Foggle wipes, Finis swim caps, Finis baseball hat, Camelback Hand Hydration, Bangtail Bike Shop water bottle, 10 pack of Chamois Butter, Montana Huckleberry flavored Hammer Nutrition Gel and Hammer flask, Bozeman Running Company Socks.

Third Place Prize – REI Camping Package – ($250 Value)
Let’s go camping! REI Half Dome 2 Plus 3-Season Tent, 2 REI travel pillows, 2 REI insulated mugs and, of course, s’mores.

Other Cool Prizes – (Over 30 Prizes, Totaling over $1000 Value)
1 Bozeman Triton Triathlon Long Course entry fee for 2012, plus one night accommodations at the Bozeman Holiday Inn ($255 – to be raffled on Saturday)
1 Bozeman Triton Triathlon Sprint Distance entry fee for 2012, plus one night accommodations at the Bozeman Holiday Inn ($175 – to be raffled on Sunday)
2 Lezyne floor bike pumps ($49 each)
2 REI camp tables ($24.50 each)
2 REI camp chairs ($29.99 each)
REI Weekend Cooler ($42.50)
REI hydration belt ($24.50)
Rocket Shower Jet Pack (Showerless Clean-up Kit) ($27.50)
10 pack of Chamois Butter ($10)
2 Black Diamond Gizmo headlamps ($19.95 each)
Topeak 9 Mini Tool ($16.95)
Innovator CO2 Inflator kit with 2 additional cartridges ($27)
REI Full Lode waist pack ($29.50)
2 Novara insulated water bottles ($10/$12)
2 Micha Archer metal water bottles ($18 each)
3 Finis baseball hat
Fuel Belt Palm Flask
3 Montana Huckleberry flavored Hammer Nutrition Gel with flask ($25 each)
“Love is Life” baseball hat ($20)
Get N’ Green.com tote bag and 4 Skoy sponges ($22)
Fox River All Sports Wick and Dry socks ($8.00)

TICKETS:
 Bozeman Triton Triathlon racers and volunteers will receive one free raffle ticket.
 Additional raffle tickets are available for purchase by the racers, volunteers, and general public.
 The price of a single ticket is $1.
 Larger quantities of tickets may be purchased 6 for $5 and 25 for $20.
 Tickets will be on sale at the East Gallatin Recreation Area Friday, July 29th from 4-6pm, Saturday, July 30th from 7am-5pm, and Sunday, July 31st from 7-11am.

DRAWING PRIZES:
 The drawings for the Grand Prize, Second Place and Third Place Prizes will be held as part of the Sprint Triathlon awards ceremony on Sunday, July 31st (around 11:30 am).
 The winners of the Grand Prize, Second, and Third Place Prizes do not need to be in attendance to win these prizes.
 The drawings for the Other Cool Prizes will be held during both award ceremonies on Saturday and Sunday.
 Winners must be present to claim the Other Cool Prizes. If no one claims a prize, then another raffle ticket will be drawn.
 Bozeman Triton Triathlon Race Committee members are ineligible for prizes.

FINE PRINT:
 The Ironman Adventure Package must be used by December 31, 2012.
 To receive the $750 Ironman Adventure Package award, the winner shall provide a brief description of their proposed Ironman Adventure and upon actually experiencing the Ironman Adventure share their story with the Club.

PROCEEDS FROM THE BOZEMAN TRITON TRIATHLON SUPPORT THE SPORT OF TRIATHLON IN OUR COMMUNITY, MONTANA CONSERVATION CORPORATION, EAST GALLATIN RECREATION AREA, BOZEMAN MASTERS SWIM CLUB AND THE BOZEMAN TRIATHLON CLUB (“TRITONS”).

Thanks to all of the participants, sponsors, and volunteers. We deeply appreciate your support. The Bozeman Triathlon Club is fueling the multisport lifestyle here in Bozeman, Montana!

200 Athletes Competing in Bozeman Tritons Triathlon This Weekend

200 ATHLETES COMPETING IN BOZEMAN TRITONS TRIATHLON THIS WEEKEND
USA Triathlon Sanctioned Event Offers Races for All Ages, Abilities, Entire Family
During Fun-filled Weekend of July 30, 31 at East Gallatin Recreation Area

The Bozeman Triathlon Club is hosting approximately 200 triathletes this weekend at the East Gallatin Recreation Area for its inaugural Bozeman Tritons Triathlon.

The triathlon race series includes youth, junior and sprint races, and the first and only long course triathlon in Montana. Racers may compete as individuals or as a team.

The Long Course triathlon begins at 7:00 AM Saturday morning. Registration for this race ends Thursday at 11:59 PM.

The Sprint and Junior races start at 8:30 AM Sunday morning. Registration for these races ends Friday, 11:59 PM.

The Youth triathlon for ages 7-15 begins at 10:45 AM Sunday morning. Registration is 10:00 AM on race day at the East Gallatin Recreation Area.

The Club welcomes the entire community to experience the sport of triathlon and the multisport lifestyle this weekend at the Bozeman Tritons Triathlon.

Additional information, including participant registration, the 2011 Athlete’s Guide, Schedule of Events and Participants List, is available at www.bozemantritons.org/tritonstri and on the Club’s blog.

BOZEMAN TRIATHLON CLUB
Over 50-members strong, the Bozeman Triathlon Club is an official USA Triathlon Club, a first for Bozeman and the Gallatin Valley region. Founded in 2007, the Club welcomes athletes of all ages and abilities to the growing sport of triathlon and a healthy lifestyle. The Tritons were the 2008 USA Triathlon Pacific Northwest Region Club Champions and runners up in 2009. The Club hosts several annual events and programs including the Powder Hound Winter Triathlon, USA Triathlon Pacific Northwest Region Winter Triathlon Championship, Women Who Tri, Bozeman Tritons Triathlon, and the Montana Special Olympics Unified Sports Triathlon. Additional information is available at www.bozemantritons.org.

USA TRIATHLON
USA Triathlon is proud to serve as the National Governing Body for triathlon – one of the fastest growing sports in the world – as well as duathlon, aquathlon and winter triathlon in the United States. USAT sanctions 3,100 races and connects with more than 133,000 members each year, making it the largest multisport organization in the world. In addition to its work with athletes, coaches, and race directors on the grassroots level, USAT provides leadership and support to elite athletes competing at international events, including World Championships, Pan American Games and the Summer Olympic Games. Additional information is available at www.usatriathlon.org.

Other Triton Contact Information:
Website: www.bozemantritons.org
Blog: www.bozemantritons.wordpress.com
Twitter: www.twitter.com/BozemanTritons
Facebook: Find Us @ Bozeman Triathlon Club
Email: bozemantritons@yahoo.com

Bozeman Tritons Triathlon Athlete’s Guide Now Available, Youth Races Rolling

The Bozeman Tritons Triathlon is rocking and rolling, readying for over 180 (and still counting!) racer guests next weekend. The 2011 Athlete’s Guide is now available. Just click on the picture of the Guide below, for an enlarged view of the complete program in .pdf file format. Additionally, click here for the Sprint Race Participant List and here for the Long Course Participant List.

The Bozeman Tritons Triathlon Youth Races are rolling too, under a new schedule and format. These USA Triathlon-sanctioned races are now part of the Sunday, July 31 program. Registration starts at 10:00 AM Sunday morning at the East Gallatin Recreation Area. The races will begin at 10:45 AM. There are two distances offered: 7-10 year olds (100-meter swim, 1,200-meter bike, 950-meter run) and 11-15 year olds (100-meter swim, 2,400-meter bike, 1,900-meter run). The cost of the race is $15. For more information, please contact Matthew at 580-7987 or visit www.bozemantritons.org/tritonstri.

Excitement is definitely building for the BTT. The Bozeman Triathlon Club welcomes individuals and teams to participate. Long Course race registration ends this Thursday at 11:59 PM. Sprint race registration ends Friday, 11:59 PM. We hope to see you, your family and friends, join in the fun next weekend. It’ll be a smashfest! RACE ON.

Race Update – 4 Days Left for Early Registration

USA Triathlon Sanctioned Event Offers Races for All Ages, Abilities, Entire Family
During Fun-filled Weekend of July 30, 31 at East Gallatin Recreation Area

Regular Registration Ends June 30!

A quick update for those who have been holding off on registering.  We know you are out there!  Only 4 days left to save a few bucks on your race registration.  Our numbers continue to look great, so why not join in on the fun.  Race solo, or put together a team.  It’s sure to be a grand weekend.

We’ve added a second start wave to the Sprint race.  This will help the slower swimmers, or just those that are a little bit nervous about the swim, have a great race experience.  You can select your start wave on the registration form.  I’ll send out an email in a few weeks to get your choice from every those of you who have already registered.  Also, we are unfortunately dropping the Youth Race from Saturday’s events.  This race was actually being put on by the City of Bozeman, with help from the Bozeman Triathlon Club.  For a number of reasons, the City has chosen to not host the race.  Hopefully they will pull something together later in the summer.

Keep in mind that the race is a fund raiser for the Montana Conservation Corps (http://www.mtcorps.org/).  A portion of race profits will be donated to MCC in a effort to support their ongoing efforts to both provide hands-on conservation and education growth and learning opportunities for youth and young adults.  Their impacts are noticeable throughout the region through their work in local communities and public lands.   Donations can be made when registering, or through the following link:  http://www.active.com/donate/mtcorps

Please help the Bozeman Tritons raise money for this important cause.  The website is secure, fast and easy to use.  At the website you will be able to choose an amount to donate and receive email confirmation of your donation. I will be notified via email as soon as you make your donation. Thank you, and please forward this email to as many people as you can to encourage more people to donate!

Complete race details can be found at www.bozemantritons.org/tritonstri. If you have a question about the race, contact us at racedirector@bozemantritons.org.   Train hard and we’ll see you soon!

– BTT Planning Team

Other Triton Contact Information:
Website: www.bozemantritons.org
Blog: www.bozemantritons.wordpress.com
Twitter: www.twitter.com/BozemanTritons
Face book: Find Us @ Bozeman Triathlon Club

Race Update – Spring in Bozeman!

USA Triathlon Sanctioned Event Offers Races for All Ages, Abilities, Entire Family
During Fun-filled Weekend of July 30, 31 at East Gallatin Recreation Area

Wow!  Just last week we were seeing winter storm warnings in the area.  But I just got back from the East Gallatin Recreation Area, the site of the Bozeman Tritons Triathlon, and am pleased to say that I swam!  Open water swimming is definitely doable now.  A wetsuit is required, but I’ve competed in several races with colder water than what we have in the pond.  So this is great news for those training for the race.

Thanks to all who have already responded about volunteering.  We really appreciate you stepping up and helping out.  I just posted the volunteer positions list (Volunteer List).  Take a look and let us know what looks good to you.  If you are a certified flagger, certified lifeguard, or have a canoe or kayak and are willing to help out with water safety, please let us know.  If you are interested in helping out take a look at the list and contact Laurie at laurie.thatcher@gmail.com. 

Complete race details can be found at www.bozemantritons.org/tritonstri. If you have a question about the race, contact us at racedirector@bozemantritons.org.   Train hard and we’ll see you soon!

– Tony

Other Triton Contact Information:
Website: www.bozemantritons.org
Blog: www.bozemantritons.wordpress.com
Twitter: www.twitter.com/BozemanTritons
Face book: Find Us @ Bozeman Triathlon Club

Bozeman Tritons Triathlon

BOZEMAN TRIATHLON CLUB ANNOUNCES BOZEMAN TRITONS TRIATHLON
USA Triathlon Sanctioned Event Offers Races for All Ages, Abilities, Entire Family
During Fun-filled Weekend of July 30, 31 at East Gallatin Recreation Area

The Bozeman Triathlon Club welcomes triathletes to the Bozeman Tritons Triathlon. The Bozeman Tritons Triathlon includes sprint, youth, junior races, and the first and only long course triathlon in Montana.

Race distances are available for all ages and abilities, virtually the entire family. Formerly known as the Treasure State Triathlon and Headwaters Half, these scenic and challenging races have been a fixture in the Gallatin Valley since 2006.

Participants may race in the junior, sprint or long course race as an individual or a team. The Club is fueling the multisport lifestyle at East Gallatin Recreation Area, Bozeman, Montana, over one fun-filled weekend on July 30-31, 2011.

Registration for the youth races, ages 6-15, is available at the Bozeman Recreation Department, 415 North Bozeman. Registration, course maps, and additional information for the junior, sprint and long course races are available at www.bozemantritons.org/tritonstri.

BOZEMAN TRITONS TRIATHLON RACES
Youth Race — Ages 6-15. 9:00 AM, Saturday, July 30.
The Tritons are teaming up with the City of Bozeman Recreation Department for the annual Bozeman classic — the Children’s Triathlon. New for 2011 — the East Gallatin Recreation Area venue, race distance options, and races for ages 6-15, expanding the entry this year to include the 13-15 age group.

Youth can select one of three distance options: (1) Short Course / Red (ages 6 – 12) 50 meter swim, 1 kilometer bike, 0.35 kilometer Run; (2) Intermediate Course / Blue (ages 6 – 12) 50 meter swim, 2 kilometer bike, 0.70 kilometer run; or (3) Long Course / Gold (ages 13 – 15) 200 meter swim, 8 kilometer bike, 2 kilometer run.

Check-in begins at 8:15 AM, with a 9:00 AM race start. Entry Fees are $12 for city residents; $16 for non-city residents. Registration is available at the Bozeman Recreation Department, 415 North Bozeman.

Junior Race — Ages 16-19. 8:30 AM, Sunday, July 31.
The junior race is for triathletes in the 16-19 age group. These athletes will have a separate wave start, under the Bozeman Tritons Triathlon Sprint Race. This sprint distance race includes a 750 meter swim, 20 kilometer bike, and 5 kilometer run.

Sprint Race — Ages 20+. 8:30 AM, Sunday, July 31.
The Bozeman Tritons sprint distance triathlon is a race for everybody. Whether participants are new to the sport or going for a personal best, the newly designed sprint course will be memorable. The sprint race is also the Montana Qualifier for the Best of the US race series. The sprint distance includes a 750 meter swim, 20 kilometer bike, and 5 kilometer run.

Long Course Race — Ages 20+. 7:00 AM, Saturday, July 30.
The Bozeman Tritons Triathlon kicks off with the long course race early on Saturday morning. This race is truly “Made in Montana”, and will challenge even the hardiest racer. The long course distance includes a 1500 meter swim, 56 mile bike, and 13.1 mile run.

BOZEMAN TRIATHLON CLUB
Over 50-members strong, the Bozeman Triathlon Club is an official USA Triathlon Club, a first for Bozeman and the Gallatin Valley region. Founded in 2007, the Club welcomes athletes of all ages and abilities to the growing sport of triathlon and a healthy lifestyle. The Tritons were the 2008 USA Triathlon Pacific Northwest Region Club Champions and runners up in 2009. The Club hosts several annual events and programs including the Powder Hound Winter Triathlon, USA Triathlon Pacific Northwest Region Winter Triathlon Championship, Women Who Tri, Bozeman Tritons Triathlon, and the Montana Special Olympics Unified Sports Triathlon. Additional information is available at http://www.bozemantritons.org

USA TRIATHLON
USA Triathlon is proud to serve as the National Governing Body for triathlon – one of the fastest growing sports in the world – as well as duathlon, aquathlon and winter triathlon in the United States. USAT sanctions 3,100 races and connects with more than 133,000 members each year, making it the largest multisport organization in the world. In addition to its work with athletes, coaches, and race directors on the grassroots level, USAT provides leadership and support to elite athletes competing at international events, including World Championships, Pan American Games and the Summer Olympic Games. Additional information is available at www.usatriathlon.org.

Other Triton Contact Information:
Website: www.bozemantritons.org
Blog: www.bozemantritons.wordpress.com
Twitter: www.twitter.com/BozemanTritons
Face book: Find Us @ Bozeman Triathlon Club

Women Who Tri Kick-Off Event

BOZEMAN TRIATHLON CLUB ANNOUNCES “WOMEN WHO TRI” KICK-OFF EVENT
USA Triathlon Women’s Committee Awards Club Matching Grant for Program

Women Who TRI welcomes potential first-time and beginning female adult triathletes who are interested in training for the Bozeman Tritons Sprint Triathlon on July 31, 2011. We strive to educate, encourage, and empower women through our 12-week, coached “Try-a-Tri” group training program developed specifically for our local Bozeman triathlon.

Women Who Tri is hosting a Kick-Off & Sign-Up event for the “Try-a-Tri” program on Tuesday, May 3rd from 6:30-8:00pm in the Weaver Room at the Emerson Cultural Center. Prospective triathletes are invited to attend the Kick-Off to find out more about the program, meet the coaches, meet other active women, and sign-up for Women Who TRI 2011.

The USA Triathlon Women’s Committee awarded the Bozeman Triathlon Club a $1500 matching grant for the program to strengthen women’s participation in the sport of triathlon. With USA Triathlon’s generous support, the Club is able to offer Women Who Tri participants a coached, 12-week-long training package, including a complimentary entry to the Bozeman Tritons Sprint Triathlon, other goodies and fun, all for only $50. Participation is limited.

The Bozeman Triton’s Women Who Tri program is sponsored by the USA Triathlon Women’s Committee, Bozeman Triathlon Club, and Mountain Belles. For additional information, please contact Alanna Sherstad, Women Who TRI Organizer & certified USA Triathlon Coach, at WomenWhoTri@gmail.com.

WOMEN WHO TRI
The inaugural Bozeman Triathlon Club Women Who TRI program is geared towards first time and beginner female age group triathletes. All participants receive a 12-week training program and weekly coached workouts and/or clinics to prepare them for the Bozeman Tritons Triathlon on Sunday, July 31st. Clinics include triathlon 101, bike maintenance, open-water swim technique, transitioning, nutrition for endurance sports, and core strengthening as well as coaching in all 3 sports (swimming, cycling, and running.) Participants will benefit from learning, training, and racing together. Find Women Who Tri on Facebook.

BOZEMAN TRIATHLON CLUB
Over 50-members strong, the Bozeman Triathlon Club is an official USA Triathlon Club, a first for Bozeman and the Gallatin Valley region. Founded in 2007, the Club welcomes athletes of all ages and abilities to the growing sport of triathlon and a healthy lifestyle. The Tritons were the 2008 USA Triathlon Pacific Northwest Region Club Champions and runners up in 2009. The Club hosts several annual events including the Powder Hound Winter Triathlon, USA Triathlon Pacific Northwest Region Winter Triathlon Championship, Women Who Tri, Bozeman Tritons Triathlon, and the Montana Special Olympics Unified Sports Triathlon. http://www.bozemantritons.org

BOZEMAN TRITONS TRIATHLON
The Bozeman Tritons welcome triathletes to the Bozeman Tritons Triathlon. The BTT includes sprint, youth, junior races, and the first and only long course triathlon in Montana. Race distances are available for all ages and abilities, virtually the entire family. Formerly known as the Treasure State Triathlon and Headwaters Half, these races have been a fixture in the Gallatin Valley since 2006. Participate in the sprint or long course race as an individual or a team. The Club is fueling the multisport lifestyle at East Gallatin Recreation Area, Bozeman, Montana, over one fun-filled weekend on July 30, 31. For complete information and registration, please visit the race website at www.bozemantritons.org/tritonstri.

MOUNTAIN BELLES
Formerly known as Team WinS – Women in Sports, Mountain Belles is a Bozeman based non-profit organization run by women for women. This recreational women’s group promotes healthy, active and adventurous lifestyles by hosting local clinics, outings and events for a variety of sports and activities including fly fishing, zumba, cross-country skiing, wilderness first aid, rock climbing, clay pigeon shooting, and many others. Members are a supportive and diverse group of women who enjoy and participate in just about everything active. www.mountainbelles.com

USA TRIATHLON
USA Triathlon is proud to serve as the National Governing Body for triathlon – one of the fastest growing sports in the world – as well as duathlon, aquathlon and winter triathlon in the United States. USAT sanctions 3,100 races and connects with more than 133,000 members each year, making it the largest multisport organization in the world. In addition to its work with athletes, coaches, and race directors on the grassroots level, USAT provides leadership and support to elite athletes competing at international events, including World Championships, Pan American Games and the Summer Olympic Games. Additional information is available at www.usatriathlon.org.

USA TRIATHLON WOMEN’S COMMITTEE
USAT Women’s Committee is focused on creating a resource for female athletes of all levels and socio-economic backgrounds and mentoring professional growth for women in the sport of triathlon. Having already met its goal of equalizing women-to-men triathlon participation, the Women’s Committee is concentrating on the quality of training and opportunities available for women in positions of authority and decision-making within associations that govern the sport. Additional information is available at http://www.usatriathlon.org

Ironman California – 70.3 Oceanside

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Another Monday Morning Motivational Morsel. Triathlon season has definitely opened. Carfrae and Potts take gold at Oceanside. Enjoy.

Bozeman Tritons Triathlon July 30-31!

The Bozeman Tritons welcome you to the Bozeman Tritons Triathlon! Sprint, youth, junior races, and the first and only long course triathlon in Montana. Race distances for all ages and abilities, virtually the entire family! The Club is fueling the multisport lifestyle at East Gallatin Recreation Area, Bozeman, Montana. July 30, 31. For complete information and registration, please visit our race website at www.bozemantritons.org/tritonstri. We hope to see you on race weekend!

Bozeman Tritons Triathlon – 5 Month Update

Saturday, July 30 and 31, 2011

5 Months and Counting until the Bozeman Tritons Triathlon! 

www.bozemantritons.org/tritonstri

A quick update for everyone who is tracking the BTT.  It may have been -12 F this morning here in Bozeman, but the race committee is busy planning on all fronts.  Registrations are rolling in as people plan out their race seasons.  5 months also means that your 20 week training plans should be kicking in.  Don’t wait for the ice to thaw on the pond.  Get in the pool, get on your rollers, and get your running shoes on!

We have a full weekend of racing on tap with something for everyone.  The Long-Course (formerly the Headwaters Half) and Youth Race (variable distances for those under 16) are both on Saturday.  Sunday’s Sprint and Junior races (formerly the Treasure State Tri) are perfect for everyone.   Something for the entire family.  Or double up for a real challenge.  Individuals, pairs and teams of three are welcome.  Also in the works are a mini-expo and possible spaghetti feed.  More on that as we get details worked out.

A reminder also that early registration ends on March 31.  But, why wait?  Register today at www.active.com.

Train on!

-The BTT Race Team