Ramblin' Rose Raleigh - 05/20/12

225 yard swim - 9 mile bike - 2 mile run
YOU CAN DO THIS!

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Registration Information:

Fee Schedule:
Individuals:
$75 until 3/14, then $80 3/15-4/30, then $85 5/1 thru race day

Relay (2 or 3 Individuals):
$125 until 3/14, then $130 3/15-4/30, then $140 5/1 thru race day

NEW for 2012!

Register for more than 1 Ramblin' Rose event in one transaction! As you're registering for any single event, you'll be presented with the option of registering for additional event(s) as well. It's that easy!

If you register for an event via the Want More registration portal, please reference the ["Want More" Participant List] to confirm that your registration was successful. This list is updated every 2 weeks.

Registration Deadlines:
Online registration closes on 5/17/12 at 8:00 AM. On-site registration MAY be available during normal packet pick-up hours. Please review this event site for more details regarding on-site registration.

USAT Requirement:
Ramblin' Rose events are sanctioned through USA Triathlon. You will be required to purchase a $12 one-day USAT license when you register if you are not a USAT annual member.

Packet Pick-Up:

Saturday, May 19th: 11 AM-5 PM
Inside Out Sports (RALEIGH STORE) | [map] | 919-861-9905

8111 Creedmoor Rd, St 124, Raleigh, NC 27613

Also possible on Race Day, May 20th: 6:00-7:15 AM
race site, please arrive early

[Download Packet Pick-Up Guide]

RACE DAy INfo:

Host Venue:
AE Finley YMCA - YMCA of the Triangle
9216 Baileywick Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615

Start Time:
8:00 AM

Parking:
Please [download a parking map]. Please note, if you choose to park in the AE Finley YMCA lots, you will not be able to leave until the event concludes.

Pre-Race Wrenching:
Provided by the expert bike mechanics of Inside Out Sports starting at 6:30 AM near the BIKE OUT end of the Transition Area.

Bag Check:
Available at the POD container near the finish line. Participants need to provide their own bags. Please do not give us your valuables. We are not responsible for lost or damaged items.

SWIM start ORDER:

When you arrive at packet pick-up on race weekend, you will be asked to rate your swimming ability on a scale of 1-10, with 10 being the strongest, using the [SWIM ABILITY CHART] as a guide. This swim ability will determine the starting order of the swim for race day participants.

Pre-Race ClinicS

Wed, May 16th @ 6:00 PM & Sat, May 19th @ 3:30 PM

Meet at the pool house.

Monette Williams with Triangle Multisport will be offering a FREE pre-race clinic at the AE Finley YMCA (Ramblin' Rose Venue!).

Monette will demonstrate transition set up for swim to bike and bike to run, give tips for the course and racing, and answer questions to help make your Ramblin' Rose experience one to remember. This clinic is perfect for the first-timer and beginner triathlete.  No gear is required.  If you are unfamiliar with the course and are a visual learner then this clinic is for you.  The free clinic will start at the pool area where you will be able to see how the swim is organized, where you will exit the pool, and head in to the Transition Area.  The clinic will review strategies for the swim, bike, run as well as how to maneuver through the Transition Area.  You have been preparing for this race physically so use this clinic to mentally prepare for a fun day!

LECTURE/TALK from Run Like A Mother

2 PM, May 19th Inside-out SPorts Raleigh

Dimity McDowell and Sarah Bowen Shea are authors of Run Like a Mother (Andrews McMeel, 2010) and the just-released Train Like a Mother (Andrews McMeel, 2012). Both books are filled with essays and advice (Sarah and Dimity are contributing editors for Runner's World and each have a few triathlons under their belts--Dimity has her sights set on a half-Ironman this fall); their writing style is witty and conversational--like how girlfriends talk to each other on a run.

The books cover everything from attire, injury prevention, recovery, nutrition, returning to running post-partum, and dealing with your period on race day. Sarah and Dimity foster an online community of women runners on Facebook (Run Like a Mother: The Book), online (www.anothermotherrunner.com), and on iTunes with their biweekly podcast called Another Mother Runner. In their talk, they'll be sharing tips on how to enhance both your race day performance--and enjoyment.

Award CategorieS:

Top 3: overall, masters, relays, age groups: 12 & under, 13-15, 16-19, 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 & over.

Sorry, we do not ship awards.

OFFICIAL LODGING PARTNER:

Ramblin' Rose participants can call the hotel directly to book rooms ($85 for KING or $89 for 2 QUEENS) or enter the group code RAM when making on-line reservations.

Website: www.hampton-inn.com/hi/raleigh-capital

WEather policy

Races are held, rain or shine, unless Endurance Magazine determines that conditions are too dangerous. This will be based on a prudent decision made on race weekend or race day Endurance Magazine and local law enforcement officials. If the race is canceled due to inclement weather there will be neither refunds nor transfers. This position is consistent with USA Triathlon recommendations and with the protocol of sharing the risks associated with the sport of triathlon. In the event of inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances, Endurance Magazine reserves the right to alter, cancel or eliminate any/all portions of the race.

Transfer & Refund Policies:


Race entries are non-transferable between events, years, and individuals. No exceptions will be made!

If you are unable to participate for any reason, you will be able to request a 50% refund until exactly one month to the day prior to race day, which is April 20th, 2012. Refund requests received after this deadline will not be processed for any reason.

Upon completing and sending the [REFUND REQUEST FORM] you will receive an auto-reply as a confirmation that your request was successfully submitted. A refund check will be mailed during the week of the race for which you are requesting a refund. Please do not contact us regarding your refund request status, unless you have not received your refund check by the week AFTER the race.

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