Saturday, August 16, 2008 -- Fayetteville, WV / New River Gorge
Captain Thurmond's Challenge
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The Captain Thurmond's Challenge staged in the New River Gorge for the last eleven years, is slated for August 16th this year. The Challenge has evolved from one event, a triathlon, to a multi-event festival.
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These is events that allow opportunity for the entire family to participate in these action events!
5K Run/Walk Info: Registration starts at 7am, Run/Walk will start at 8am, Fee is $15
Triathlon Info: Captain Thurmond's Challenge Triathlon is 30 miles including some of the most extreme whitewater, mountain biking and running in the state and the East Coast. Set in the spectacular New River Gorge, the triathlon includes an 11 mile bike leg that begins with a Lemans start at 12 noon from the Historic Fayette county courthouse and runs to Cunard along the ridge lines of the New River George.
The 8 mile watercraft leg proceeds from Cunard to Fayette Station through Class III and IV rapids. The 8 mile run at the end tests the athletes endurance going up and out of the gorge finishing at the Fayette County Courthouse.
The triathlon can be done either by a team or as a solo, one individual. Put a Team together!
Race Course Description (LENGTH may vary due to weather conditions.)
- Bike - This off road challenge begins with a Lemans start from the Court House steps with a prolog through the town of Fayetteville then shoots onto the town park trails. Continuing on single track until you come out on the access road to the Cunard put in for the New River.
- Watercraft - Cunard to Fayette Station on the New River. Class III to IV rapids. Approx. 8 miles.
- Run - From Fayette Station a trail run up the gorge, behind the town park then into the town of Fayetteville. Approx 8 miles.
Race Categories / Divisions
NOTE: You must enter the expert class if you have extensive race experience in any of the 3 aspects of the race.
Expert
Kayak - Any boat longer than 4 meters (13'2") is in the expert class.
Bike - Riders that compete in the expert class in Mountain Bike Races, full time, or is a sponsored rider.
Run - Runners that compete on a regular basis and their 5-mile time is under 30 minutes.
Sport
Kayak - Any boat less than 4 meters (13'2") is eligible for the sport class.
Bike - Riders that compete in the sport class in Mountain Bike Races.
Run - Runners that compete in races and their 5-mile time is over 30 minutes.
Amateur (The fun class!)
Watercraft - Any boat-kayak, canoe or ducky is eligible for the amateur class.
Bike - Any biker that wants to race.
Run - Any runner that would like to run or walk.
Clydesdale - 200lbs.+ per individual or team member
Raft Team - Minimum of 4, maximum of 6. Male or Female or both.
Triathlon Fees: Individual Fees (if you wait until race day add $10.00 per category) $45.00 Team $90 Raft $150 // Let us know ahead of time that you will be there and pay pre-registration prices on race day! 8am-11am at the Fayette County Courthouse.
To Register: Register online at Active.com
You may also register on race day, but get there early!
PRE-RACE MEETING is at 11:00 am in front of the courthouse and is mandatory.
Get all other details: at http://www.captainthurmonds.com/raceInfo/
Thank you to the event sponsors who make this possible.
| Start Date: | 2008-08-16 |
| Event Name: | Captain Thurmond's Challenge |
| Location(s): |
Fayetteville, WV 25840 New River Gorge |
| Event Type(s): |
Multi Tri/Duathlon Off-Road |
| Event Distance(s): | 8mi 8mi 13mi |
| Contact(s): |
Adam Stephens @ Marathon Bicycle Company Phone: 304-574-2337 Email: adam3789@aol.com |
| Affiliate(s): |
Marathon Bicycle Company |
| Comments: | Triathlon and 5K Run and Walk, NEW bike course plus Children's Races (Run) |
| Offsite URL: | www.captainthurmonds.com/ |
