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Welcome to the 22 nd Annual Florida Atlantic University Wellness Triathlon presented by Bike America
Sunday April 14 th, 2013
.25 mile ocean swim, 10 mile bike, 3.1 mile run

2013 Triathlon Results are available on our Results Page

For race photos click here.

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SATURDAY, APRIL 13TH 2013

TIME

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10:45 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Free Workshops

12:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Bike Safety

12:00 - 1:15 p.m.

All That You Need to Know for Your First Race
 

NEW THIS YEAR
PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED CATEGORY


QUICK LINKS

expo and Packet pickup

 
SATURDAY April 13th
Triathlon Packet Pickup, Workshop & Expo (click for more info)
FAU Recreation & Fitness Center
Time: 10:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
     

Triathlon

 
SUNDAY April 14th
22nd Annual FAU Wellness Triathlon (click for more info)
Presented by Bike America
Spanish River Park, Boca Raton
Start Time: 7:00 a.m. Distances: .25 mile ocean swim, 10 mile bike, 3.1 mile run

TRIATHLON HOME

Race Site
Spanish River Park, A1A, Boca Raton, Fl.
There is no park entrance fee prior to race start.  Download a copy of the race map.
Directions
From I-95 North
Exit Yamato Road east to Federal Hwy. Turn right on Federal (south) to Spanish River Blvd. Turn left on Spanish River Blvd., 1/2 mile turn right on A1A.
From I-95 South
Exit Palmetto Park Road. Go east to A1A. Turn left on A1A, 2 miles to Spanish River Park. Turn left into park.
From Turnpike
Exit Glades Road, go east to Federal Hwy. Turn left on Federal and right on Spanish River Blvd., 1/2 mile turn right onto A1A. Turn right into park. View Larger Map
Start of Race
We will move to beach for swim start beginning at 6:30 a.m. The race starts at 7:00 a.m. on the beach. Line up in appropriate waves. The race will start in eight waves with five minutes between each wave.
1 st WAVE Mens & Womens 19 and under; Collegiate and Physically Challenged -- Green swim caps
2 nd WAVE Men ages 40 to 49 -- Yellow swim caps
3 rd WAVE Men ages 30 to 39 -- Red swim caps
4 th WAVE Men ages 20 to 29 -- Orange swim caps
5 th WAVE Clydesdale and Men ages 50 and over -- Green swim caps
6 th WAVE Women ages 39 and under -- Purple swim caps
7 th WAVE Women ages 40 and over -- White swim caps
8 th WAVE Athena, FAU Faculty/Staff, Fat Tire, and Relay Teams -- Blue swim caps
Rules
Established triathlon rules in effect. Hard shell helmets are required. Wet suits are allowed. Swim caps are provided and are required. Drafting is prohibited. Draft marshals will be present on the course. Also, see the most commonly violated rules & penalties. Bicycles may not be moved from the transition area until the last cyclist finishes the course.
Refund and Transfer Policy
There are no refunds. To transfer an entry, send a letter and a completed entry for the person to replace your entry and a $10 transfer fee to: Rosemary Dunbar, 3130 Kningswod Terrace, Boca Raton, FL 33431. To transfer your entry to the next year, send a letter of intent and $10. You will need to complete a race registration when forms are available for the 2014 race.
Post Race Awards Party
Refreshments, music, door prizes and awards. Take time to relax and enjoy the park and beach facilities. Complete race results will be posted at Altavistasports.com, Sunday evening.
Awards
Overall male and female finishers, top 3 collegiate male & female, FAU Faculty/Staff/Alumni, top 3 men and women Physically Challenged, Athena (39 and under, and 40 and over) / Clydesdales (39 and under, and 40 and over), Fat tire (39 and under), Fat tire (40 and over), top 3 male and female age groups: 15-19, 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+.

Teams: 1st place finishers - Male, Female, Co-ed, Collegiate Male, Collegiate Female, Clydesdale, Athena, FAU Faculty/Staff.
Cancellation Policy
In case of weather or poor ocean conditions, race officials reserve the right to hold a biathlon or cancel due to unsafe conditions. No refunds are possible.
Volunteers
To volunteer please email: rosemary.dunbar220@gmail.com
Spectators
Spectators are important to the participants and cheering is welcomed. The race can easily be viewed from the beach, the park and the road. If you wish to park in Spanish River there is no charge; however, you must arrive before 7:00 a.m. and wait to leave the park after the last cyclist has completed the course. No cars maybe moved prior to the completion of the cycling portion of the race (approximately 10:00 a.m.). If you anticipate that you must leave early or arrive late, please park on Federal Highway and Spanish River Road and walk over the bridge to the park.
Hotel
Mention FAU Triathlon for special rates.

Fairfield Inn & Suites
3400 Airport Road
Boca Raton, FL 33431
(800) 228-2800

Double $69.00 plus 11.5% tax
Photography
BB Action PhotoBB Action Photo will be taking photos during this year's triathlon. Photos will be available shortly after the race on the BB Action Photo website and at Alta Vista Sports.
 Last Modified 5/23/18