2016 Hammer Sprint Pre-Race Information

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2016 Hammer Sprint Triathlon / Duathlon benefits:
Loudon 
Animal 
Shelter, Bearden & Loudon ROTC & Pellissippi Science Club
Races begin at 8 AM est Saturday, April 30th
 Packet Pickup Friday 5 PM - 7 PM & Saturday 6:30 - 7:30 AM
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Welcome to the 2016 Hammer Sprint Triathlon / Duathlon. The events start with the Duathlon 5K run at 8 AM & triathlon with 400 meter Swim at 8:15 AM. Both events continue with 16 mi Bike and 5K Run. Events benefit the Loudon County Animal Shelter, Bearden & Loudon ROTC & Pellissippi Science Clubs. 

Pet food donations will get a special gift or $10 off a future ESM event. Those already donating CASH will get a special gift at packet pickup.
 
Water temperature was 68 degrees Sunday, April 23rd. Warmer temperatures are expected through the week with race day water temperature expected to be 70-74 degrees. Wet suits will most likely be OK. 


RACE LOCATION:  The Tellico Recreation Area is located outside  Lenoir City ,  TN  just off Rt. 321/95 on Rt. 444  - Tellico Parkway.   Lenoir City  is about 30 miles Southwest of Knoxville. From I-75 exit #81 take Rt. 321/95 towards  Maryville  approx. 4 miles to exit for Rt. 444 Tellico Parkway. The exit is to the RIGHT just after crossing the Fort Loudon Dam. The Tellico Recreation Area is straight ahead - look for banner. Please park in the field to the left  or follow signs for spots right behind transition area.

USAT Verification: PHOTO ID AND USAT LICENSE will be required at check-in. If you paid one-day lincense on-line, we will have record. NO EXCEPTIONS - $15 one-day license will be required for those without USAT Card - No Photo ID = No Race. Relays MUST check-in together - all members present.
 
TIMING:  Swim verification mats MUST be crossed prior to start per  USAT regulations . Follow flagging to swim entrance. Timing chips / straps will be distributed pe-event and returned immediately upon finishing the race. Timing splits and finish times will be recorded as you cross the timing mats.  Live Results Link 
$30 charge for not returning your chip.  
 
START INFORMATION:  Duathlon :  Race will begin before triathlon with 5K run starting at the pavilion parking lot.  Triathlon :
Race will start approximately 15 minutes after Duathlon to avoid bike/runner cross-overs. The swim is a wave start from inside the swim area. The course will be a rectangular course finishing on the beach of the other swim area. Keep buoys to your Right. Follow flagging/markings to transition area.  Provided swim cap REQUIRED.

Warning: USAT has found many injuries / fatalities to be caused by failure to WARM UP prior to start. ALL ATHLETES are urged to WARM UP either on land or in the water prior to start. Early season Open Water Swims are notorious for a good SHOCK TO YOUR SYSTEM  - Please warm up prior to start! 


RUN INFORMATION:  The course will be all within the Tellico recreation area. Runners will go out Pavilion road to Right & circle Boat Ramp lot, head back to LEFT returning back to the pavilion road, then Right up onto the levy path, 180 degree turn  down to gate, turn-around & follow paved levy path to Tellico Dam turn-around,  return levy path to gate (2nd time), back up to ramp / levy / park road to finish. 2nd run is a repeat of the first. There are 3 water stations on the course. Finish under banner. Stay to the right on paths during both runs.
 
TRANSITION AND BIKE COURSE: ATHLETES ONLY in TRANSITION - SHOW # WHEN EXITING WITH GEAR TO BE RELEASED AT COMPLETION OF EVENT - Transition Flow: Swim In / Run Out (duathletes enter at swim in also) & Bike Out / Bike In -  Bike racks will be first come. All competitors will be going through the entire transition area. NO RIDING IN THE TRANSITION AREA. Bike will be mounted and dismounted on Pavilion Road. Bike course has two LEFT TURNS to exit park, then out  Tellico Parkway  to RIGHT on Davis Ferry( 5.5 mi), then LEFT onto Maple Hill (7.5 mi), then LEFT returning to park on  Tellico Parkway (8.5 mi) . Please stay to your right unless passing. No bottle exchange.
 
USAT Info: ALL USAT RULES APPLY.  (follow link to USAT for COMMON RULE VIOLATIONS)  USAT official will be present Saturday to clarify questions and concerns. Water temperature will be measured by official Sunday morning & wet suit determination made . 
 
Remember to stay to the far right unless you are passing someone. Helmets must be approved and buckled at ALL TIMES WHILE ON THE BIKE.  No HEADPHONES, PHONES, ETC. at any time during event. Take all the photos you want prior to & after the event.

Base Performance: Base Performance fluid replacement will be available under the pavilion pre & post event. Please also take advantage of a 20% offer for any Base Products you may want / need / just have to have. 

POST RACE FOOD, AWARDS & DOOR PRIZES:
Beverages and food will be available after the race. Rudy Project and other prize drawings will be made prior to and during awards ceremonies. Splits will be available on RESULT KIOSKS set up under pavilion area. You can register for TEXT / E-MAIL NOTIFICATIONS OF RESULTS HERE. Please share link with your friends & family so they can see your progess & finish times. 
Please visit  www.EnduranceSportsManagement.com  for PDF results post-event. USAT ranking results will be sent within the 15-day USAT requirements.

Don't forget your Pet Food Donation or CASH for Loudon Animal Shelter. We truly appreciate helping local charities & groups! 

Train safe & race fast,           Kevin  
Kevin Mahan   USAT Certified Race Director Level 2 &  Century Club 100+   
 
Office 865-988-3906     Cell  865.816-7846
e-mail: [email protected]   
Hammer Race Schedule

Friday - April 29th - 5:00 pm - 7 pm
Registration & packet pick-up at  Race Site, Tellico Rec. Area, Tellico Pkwy ,  Lenoir  City  (exit RIGHT after Ft. Loudon Dam) - USAT Card &  Photo ID Required - Relays come together!
 
Saturday - April 30th - 6:30 am - 7:30 am  
Packet pick-up  & body marking. Chip pick-up.
USAT Card & Photo ID Required - Relays come together!
 
Parking:  Please turn right onto the pavilion road & then park either on the right behind transition or on left in the large field. Please go to back row first about 50 yards off the road. Walk your bike and gear to the transition.  
 
7:45 AM  Bikes must be in the transition area
Race overview at Duathlon Start / Finish.
 
Start -  8 AM Duathlon - All
8:15 Tri - Men U40 & Clydesdales
8:17 Tri - Men 40+
8:19 Tri - Women incl. Athena & all Relays
 
10:30 AM -  Awards ceremony following final finisher  
Please check RESULT KIOSKS for times & place.

Upcoming Events

The Montgomery Bell State Park in Dickson, TN is our host for a unique "endurance" distance and sprint triathlons. Performance shirts & socks for all participants. Unique awards to top 3 M & F finishers, top M & F Masters and 3 deep in 5 year age groups.  Both events are USA Triathlon sanctioned events - for more information on USA Triathlon rules, click here.
Dickson Endurance Triathlon Details:   SWIM - 1 mile  - The swim takes place in Acorn Lake -  BIKE - 38 miles  - The bike is a flat to rolling bike course that is perfect for athletes of all abilities. Athletes will complete 2 1/2 laps with a water bottle exchange on back side of park at Hwy. 47 & Buddy Road.  RUN - 15 kilometers  - The run is a challenging out and back course with aid stations each mile.
IRON NUGGET DETAILS:  SWIM - .5 mile - The swim takes place in Acorn Lake - one loop. BIKE - 17 miles - The bike is a flat to rolling bike course that is perfect for athletes of all abilities.  RUN - 5 kilometers - The run is a challenging out and back course with aid stations each mile. Both events benefit Friends of Montgomery Bell SP & Dickson HS ROTC program.


The Summer Solstice Tellico Sprint Triathlon has a long history of challenging athletes swimming in clear, cool Tellico Lake, in the bike climbs on Tellico Parkway / Davis Ferry and on the scenic run course allowing you to see & race your competition. 2016 will also include in door prizes from Rudy Project,  Xterra Wetsuits and other vendors. Shirts will be a vibrant  neon color & finishers medals will be waiting as you complete your race!

Enjoy Summers longest days with scenic lake views on a 13.1 mile course or choose the Smoky Mountain Service Dog 5K on Sunday, June 19th. The runs take advantage of the longest days of the year with a 7 AM start (also helps with traffic!). Half marathon features finishers medal, vibrant shirts, gels on courses, good food & fun! 5k benefits Smoky Mtn. Service Dog Foundation & has unique shirts and awards. 


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