Assateague Assault Triathlon

Start Date: 
06/20/2010
Start Time: 
07:15am
Description: 
This will be the second running of the Assateague Assault is a sprint distance triathlon to help support the Greater Ocean City Chapter of the United States Lifesaving Association along with the FOASP (Friends of Assateague State Park). The run and swim courses will remain the same, we had many requests for a longer bike leg so with the cooperation of the Worcester County Sheriffs dept. we are trying to make this possible. As soon as we get the final approvals we will be posting the new course. The course will consist of a ½ mile ocean water swim, bike leg still to be determined and a 3.2 mile run. The swim portion of the race will be a straight point to point, starting at either the north or south end of Assateague Beach pending on which way the current is running, and heading down current back to the State Park area. From the beach athletes will head to transition which will be set up in the overflow parking lot of the State Park facilities. From here they will mount bikes and head straight out across Verrazono Bridge, down Rt. 611 to a designated turn around area and back to transition to dismount and start the last leg of the race. The run leg will stay on Assateague Island for 3.2 miles of fast, flat running! Then on to the Finish chute back at the transition area. Race limit has been increased to 550 athletes. Last year the event closed out early so do not hesitate on registering for this years event. An awesome race with great terrain, plenty of scenery and tons of excitement. This race will also be the last part of a 3 sprint distance race series known as the Eastern Shore Sprint Triathlon Series, The Nanticoke, the Pocomoke, and the Assateague Sprint distance triathlons. You can register now at a discounted price for all three events by clicking on the eastern shore tri link below under "Race Activities".
  • RACE ACTIVITIES:
  • RACE FEES:
    • $65.00 Assateague Assault Triathlon before March 1, 2010
    • $75.00 after February 28, 2010
    • $110.00 Assateague Assault Triathlon Relay before March 1, 2010
    • $120.00 after February 28, 2010
    • $165.00 Eastern Shore Tri Series before February 3, 2009
    • TBA beginning February 3, 2009
    • $10.00 One day USAT membership fee (see notes)
    • $30.00 One day USAT membership fee for tri series (one day for each race)
    notes:
    *Because this is a USAT sanctioned event you must be a member to participate. Any athlete who is not a USAT member can purchase a "one day" membership. You can purchase your one day membership when registering for the event.
    *Relay teams must consist of atleast 2 athletes.
  • START TIMES:
    • Race starts at 7:15am! First wave will go off at that time. All wave starts will be posted here at a later date and at the race packet pickup location as well.
  • REGISTRATION/CONFIRMATION:
    • All registration applications must be filled out online. Credit card registrations will be processed immediately. If choosing to pay by check or money order, simply fill out the online registration application and mail your check or money order to:
      • OC TriRunning Sports
      P.O. Box 1642
      Berlin, MD 21811
    • If choosing the check/money order option your registration will not be complete until we have received your check and processed it, usually takes about 7-10 days from the day mailed out.
    • Race limit: 550
    To register for race click link below:
    Assateague Assault Sprint Triathlon-June 20, 2010
    To check on your registration confirmation clik link below:
    Assateague Assault Sprint Triathlon Entrants List
  • PACKET PICKUP:
    • Race Packet pickup location will be announced soon.
  • YOU MUST PICK UP YOUR OWN PACKET! Please do not send someone to pick up your packet for you. If you cannot make the scheduled pickup times then simply arrive early Sunday morning! USAT has strict guidelines on how race packets are given, they will not allow family members and friends to pick up packets for participating athletes. Our goal is to provide the best event while accommodating participants as best we can. In order for us to accomplish this, certain rules must be applied and followed. Please keep this in mind when planning your event schedule.
  • CHIP TIMING:
    • Timing this year will be done by Lin-Mark Sports. New For 2010 – Lin-Mark Sports Will Be Timing the Assateague Assault using the Chrontrack Disposable Chip System. When Done You Keep It!!
    • Please review the following to assure proper times:
      • Make sure to have your chip on race day at the start of your race, No chip, No time!
      • Place your chip in the proper body placement (usually shoe lace or ankle).
      • Do not trade your chip with another participant.
      • Do not cross the Start/Finish line twice.
    • Any questions regarding the Chip timing operating system of Lin-Mark Sports please email to lin-mark@lin-mark.com
  • RACE BIBS:
    • Your race number must be securely fastened to the front of your body at the start and all during your race. Make sure your number is clearly displayed. Our course marshals and photographers will need this number to identify you. Your race bib number is also your ticket to any complimentary post race participant festivities so do not remove, trade or tare your bib once your race is over.
  • COURSE MAPS:
  • please take note that bike course will be changing this year. Once final approval is set we will post bike course map and description.
    • Course maps will be coming once final permits are approved.
    • SWIM COURSE DESCRIPTION:
    • swim course will be an open water ocean swim with a beach start ½ mile north or south (pending current direction) from transition area.
    • BIKE COURSE DESCRIPTION:
    • Bike course description coming soon.
    • RUN COURSE DESCRIPTION:
    • Exit transition heading south down Campground rd. to loop B. Make left onto loop B, follow around back to Campground rd. making left. Follow Campground rd. to loop G, left on and around loop G back out to Camprground rd. making left. Next left on loop H, around and back to Campground rd. Next left on Loop I, around to left on loop J. Loop J to dead end and grab some fluid before heading back to Campground rd. Stay on Campground rd. north straight back to the finish line next to transition area.
  • DIRECTIONS:
    • Use this mapquest link for directions to Assateague Island State Park.

    http://www.mapquest.com/maps?city=Berlin&state=MD&address=7206+National+...

  • PARKING:
    • Parking will be available at the Assateague State Park area parking lot. Once these spots are full you will have to park in the National park lots located across Verrazono Bridge.
  • HOTEL AND CAMPING ACCOMMODATIONS:
    • There are campsites located on the run course inside the state park. Awesome way for family and friends to watch the race! Use this link for camping details: www.assateagueisland.com/assateague_camping.htm
    • Ocean City is loaded with hotel accommodations approx. 8 miles from the state park. Use this link for hotel details: www.ocvisitor.com or call: 1-800-626-2326
  • PROHIBITED ITEMS ON COURSES:
    • The following items are not allowed on any course for any reason. Please understand this is for your safety as well as others on the course(s) with you and to provide you with the best race possible without interference:
      • No in-line skates or roller blades
      • No pets of any kind
      • No strollers or baby joggers
      • No music devices such as mp3 or ipod devices of any kind
    • Anyone found in violation will be disqualified and removed from the course(s) immediately.
  • MEDICAL TENTS AND ASSISTANCE:
    • Medical assistance will be available at the transition area. To help aid our medical personnel please fill out any medical history on the back of your race bib. Medical staff can withdraw any participant who they feel is at risk of personal health hazard or safety.
  • FLUID STATIONS AND PORT-A-POTS:
    • There will be a fluid station with water, and energy drinks on the run course only.
    • There will be port-a-pots located around the transition area along with restroom facilities at the State Park Information Building adjacent to the transition area.
  • BONKING OUT:
    • If you cannot finish the race, please head to the nearest volunteer or course marshal, they will be located at the turnaround spots and different areas throughout the course. Let them know you are not able to finish and for what reason, medical assistance needed or equipment malfunction, such as flats on your bike, etc. They will call for a sag vehicle to transport you back to the Start/Finish area. As soon as you return, report to the medical tent. You will need to remove your chip and hand it to a volunteer or staff member. There is a $35.00 charge for any chip that is not returned.
  • PHOTOGRAPHY:
    • Photography will be provided by US Candids and will be available for purchase after the race. Visit http://www.uscandids.com.
  • AWARDS:
    • Assateague Assault Triathlon Awards are as follows:
      • 1st 2nd 3rd place overall male
      • 1st 2nd 3rd place overall female
      • 1st 2nd 3rd place age group male
      • 1st 2nd 3rd place age group female
    • Age groups are:
      • Under 20 * 20 - 24 * 25 - 29 * 30 - 34 * 35 - 39 * 40 - 44 * 45 - 49 * 50 - 54
        * 55 - 59 * 60 - 64 * 65 - 69 * 70 - 74 * 75 - 79 * 80 - 84 * 85 +
    • Series Awards are as follows:
      • 1st 2nd 3rd place overall male
      • 1st 2nd 3rd place overall female
    • Cash prizes for series winners:
      • 1st place TBA
      • 2nd place TBA
      • 3rd place TBA
  • POST RACE ACTIVITIES:
    • Snacks and refreshments will be available after race for all participants.
      An awards ceremony will take place at the transition area immediately following the race, approx. 10:30am.
  • REFUND/TRANSFER POLICY:
    • Entry fees are non-refundable and non-transferable for this year’s event, no exceptions. Once we have received your registrations form and have processed all information all entries are final.
    Athlete Pack Link: 
    New printable athlete information packet coming soon