Great Floridian
Are you tough enough?
24th October 2009 07:30AM
Clermont, FL
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ARE YOU TOUGH ENOUGH?
Are you tough enough to meet the challenge of the Great Floridian Triathlon XVIIII, Florida's original ultra-distance triathlon? Race in the foothills of Orlando at beautiful Clermont, Florida. Clermont is tailor-made for triathlons and its close proximity to international airports, major Central Florida attractions, and the beaches on either coast, make it truly a great destination event. The GFT's challenging and scenic course attracts athletes of all abilities, from all over the world. The GFT is a great race for first time ultra-distance racers because here, the athletes always come first!
When:
Saturday, October 24, 2009. 7:30am Start!
Where:
Clermont Waterfront Park, Clermont, Florida. Clermont is centrally located just 22 miles west of Orlando at the junction of US 27 and SR 50. Major Orlando tourist attractions are only 30 minutes away and the ocean beaches are just an hour away. Orlando International Airport is 40 minutes southeast of Clermont.
Course:
Swim Course: A 2.4 mile swim in picturesque Lake Minneola, designated as "Outstanding Waters" by the State of Florida. Projected water temperature: 72-80. Swim cut-off is 2 hours and 30 minutes after the start. Participants still swimming after the cut-off time will not be allowed to continue.
Bike Course: A 112 mile course consisting of one 112 mile loop along rural country roads. No major elevation changes, but the first 40 miles has numerous rolling hills and a steep but short climb up Sugarloaf Mountain. You will also experience a few rolling hills as you return to Clermont after mile 100. Technical support teams will travel the course and support/aid stations will be located aproximately 10-12 miles apart. The official bike course cut-off is at 6:30 pm. All participants still on the course at that time will not be allowed to continue and will be removed from the course.
There is also an intermediate cut-off time associated with the 112 mile bike course. This time will be posted at a later date.
Run Course: The 26.2 mile course is criterion style, taking runners three laps around Lake Minneola. Each lap will also have a .6 mile flat out and back section on the South Lake Trail, Support/aid stations will be located approximately one mile apart. Each support station is equipped with water, thirst quencher, ice, sponges, cola (defizzed), fruit and assorted foods. The run course officially closes at 1:00am.
Eligibility:
Open to individuals 18 years of age or older on race day and two or three person relay teams. The Great Floridian Triathlon is an event designed for experienced triathletes only. The right to accept or reject any entry is reserved. Please be aware that there are several cut-off times during the event that all participants must adhere to. Failure to meet cut-off times will result in disqualification and removal from the course.
Support:
More than 700 volunteers from numerous Central Florida civic organizations are committed to make your race a safe and memorable experience.
Weather:
Average temperature on race day: low 65 - high 85.
Awards:
INDIVIDUALS - Attractive awards presented to the top five overall finishers, top ten active military, top masters finishers, top ten finishers in each age group, and the top ten Clydesdale finishers (Men 200 lbs., Women 150 lbs.) ages 18-39 and 40 & over.
RELAY TEAMS - Attractive awards presented to the top five teams in each division: male, female, co-ed, and masters (all members aged 40 & over).
Amenities:
Participant t-shirt, race packet, commemorative water bottle and poster, free post-race massage, Pasta Dinner, Breakfast of Champions, Awards Brunch, swim cap, post-race refreshments, complete race results and other goodies. Official individual finishers will receive a finisher's medal, shirt and certificate.
Are you tough enough to meet the challenge of the Great Floridian Triathlon XVIIII, Florida's original ultra-distance triathlon? Race in the foothills of Orlando at beautiful Clermont, Florida. Clermont is tailor-made for triathlons and its close proximity to international airports, major Central Florida attractions, and the beaches on either coast, make it truly a great destination event. The GFT's challenging and scenic course attracts athletes of all abilities, from all over the world. The GFT is a great race for first time ultra-distance racers because here, the athletes always come first!
When:
Saturday, October 24, 2009. 7:30am Start!
Where:
Clermont Waterfront Park, Clermont, Florida. Clermont is centrally located just 22 miles west of Orlando at the junction of US 27 and SR 50. Major Orlando tourist attractions are only 30 minutes away and the ocean beaches are just an hour away. Orlando International Airport is 40 minutes southeast of Clermont.
Course:
Swim Course: A 2.4 mile swim in picturesque Lake Minneola, designated as "Outstanding Waters" by the State of Florida. Projected water temperature: 72-80. Swim cut-off is 2 hours and 30 minutes after the start. Participants still swimming after the cut-off time will not be allowed to continue.
Bike Course: A 112 mile course consisting of one 112 mile loop along rural country roads. No major elevation changes, but the first 40 miles has numerous rolling hills and a steep but short climb up Sugarloaf Mountain. You will also experience a few rolling hills as you return to Clermont after mile 100. Technical support teams will travel the course and support/aid stations will be located aproximately 10-12 miles apart. The official bike course cut-off is at 6:30 pm. All participants still on the course at that time will not be allowed to continue and will be removed from the course.
There is also an intermediate cut-off time associated with the 112 mile bike course. This time will be posted at a later date.
Run Course: The 26.2 mile course is criterion style, taking runners three laps around Lake Minneola. Each lap will also have a .6 mile flat out and back section on the South Lake Trail, Support/aid stations will be located approximately one mile apart. Each support station is equipped with water, thirst quencher, ice, sponges, cola (defizzed), fruit and assorted foods. The run course officially closes at 1:00am.
Eligibility:
Open to individuals 18 years of age or older on race day and two or three person relay teams. The Great Floridian Triathlon is an event designed for experienced triathletes only. The right to accept or reject any entry is reserved. Please be aware that there are several cut-off times during the event that all participants must adhere to. Failure to meet cut-off times will result in disqualification and removal from the course.
Support:
More than 700 volunteers from numerous Central Florida civic organizations are committed to make your race a safe and memorable experience.
Weather:
Average temperature on race day: low 65 - high 85.
Awards:
INDIVIDUALS - Attractive awards presented to the top five overall finishers, top ten active military, top masters finishers, top ten finishers in each age group, and the top ten Clydesdale finishers (Men 200 lbs., Women 150 lbs.) ages 18-39 and 40 & over.
RELAY TEAMS - Attractive awards presented to the top five teams in each division: male, female, co-ed, and masters (all members aged 40 & over).
Amenities:
Participant t-shirt, race packet, commemorative water bottle and poster, free post-race massage, Pasta Dinner, Breakfast of Champions, Awards Brunch, swim cap, post-race refreshments, complete race results and other goodies. Official individual finishers will receive a finisher's medal, shirt and certificate.
