Date:
Saturday January 17th, 2009
2008 Results:
Complete Results (Overall & Age-Group) - PDF File
2008 Race Pictures:
Click Here
Race Start Time:
8:30AM - Mass start
Race Distance:
New Course for 2009 - 2.8 Mile Run, 2.8 Mile Mtn Bike, 2.8 Mile Nordic Ski (Skate or Classic) - Complete course description/maps HERE.
Please remember, there is no pre-running or mtn biking on course before race morning! Also keep in mind that the TUNA Mtn. Dell Ski Area DOES NOT allow mtn bikes on their ski trails either!. It is an extreme safety hazard, and those caught using the Mtn Dell or Soldier Hollow facilities improperly (ie using a mtn bike on their groomed trails) will forfeit their BASH race entry with no refund of money and be strictly dealt with.
A good area to practice riding on groomed snow is on the road that goes between Jeremy Ranch & East Canyon. A map is available HERE for how to access that road. Thanks for your cooperation.
Race Venue:
Soldier Hollow Legacy Park (Lodge) - 2002 Olympic Drive P.O. Box 2002 Midway, UT 84049
Registration:
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Early Online Individual (Until 1/15/09) - $40
Late Onsite Individual (Late Race Day Registration) - $50
Early Online Teams 2 or 3 Person (Until 1/15/09) - $80
Late Onsite Teams 2 or 3 Person (Late Race Day Registration) - $100
* Those competitors who register after 1/13/09 are not guaranteed their choice of shirt size.
* Only cash or check will be accepted at the late day of race registration, no credit cards accepted.
Besides the opportunity to come out and try a new and growing sport in a world-class former Olympic venue...each participant will also receive a finisher's coolmax running hat and a long sleeve t-shirt, water bottles, sponsor swag goodies and entry into the post-race raffle courtesy of Wild Rose Mountain Sports. There will also be awards for Male and Female Overall Top 3 and each Age Group Winner (18 & under, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+) will receive an award. Fruit, bagels, Hammer Heed & warm drinks will will be served at the finish area.
Packet Pick-Up & Late Registration:
Race Morning 7-8AM at Soldier Hollow Stadium/Competition Center. There will be a portable building where registration and packet pickup will take place, will be adjacent to transition/start/finish areas.
Pre-Race Meeting:
There will be a pre-race meeting/briefing at 8:15AM on race morning. Information regarding the event will be presented and you will have the opportunity to ask questions. Meeting will take place at transition area.
USA Triathlon:
Winter triathlon is a USA Triathlon sanctioned sport, so in accordance with USA Triathlon requirements.
1. You must bring Photo ID to packet pickup. No exceptions. You will not be allowed to race without it.
2. USA Triathlon membership is required at this event. A single day membership is $10.00 per person. Annual memberships are $39.00 per person and must be purchased in advance through the USAT website at www.usatriathlon.org.
3. If you are an annual USAT member, you must bring proof of current USAT membership to packet pickup at Soldier Hollow. If you have not received your membership card, you must log on to www.usatriathlon.org. and print out a temporary card. Remember it takes 2-3 weeks for your membership to be processed if you send the application via fax or mail, so if you have an event coming up sooner than that, purchase your membership online so you can print a temporary card immediately.
The Course:
Complete course descriptions, maps, etc can be found HERE No pre-running or mtn biking on course before race morning....NO EXCEPTIONS!!! Those caught riding or running on the course before race morning will forfeit their race registration with no refund of money!
Ski Rentals:
Ski rentals will be available on race morning. Soldier Hollow features a full service Rossignol Demo Center with both skate and classic equipment rentals. Full day rental for adults is $19, youth (7-17) is $12 and senior (65+) is $15.
Mountain Bike Rentals:
Mountain bike rentals are available from the following list of local retailers, most offer full and/or front suspension rentals.
Adventure Haus - Midway (Zermatt Hotel & Resort) - www.adventurehaus.net/rentals.htm
Jan Sports - Park City - www.jans.com/biking.html
White Pine Touring - Park City - www.whitepinetouring.com/rentals.jsp
Canyon Sports - Cottonwood Heights, Ogden - www.canyonsports.com/bikes.html
Wasatch Touring - Salt Lake City - www.wasatchtouring.com/rentals.html
Aid Stations:
There will be 1 aid station during the race, it will be located at the exit of transition area. No aid stations will be on the run, due to freezing issues of gel & fluids. Water and and electrolyte/carbohydrate drink along with energy gels will be available at that transition aid station. It is suggested that athletes take at least 1 water bottle on their bikes and carry a waist bottle holder for the ski portion.
Transition Area:
There will be one transition area, located near the start-finish area. There will be bike racks to use to place your bike, and plenty of room for your skis and other accessories. Rack spots will not be pre-assigned. The transition area will close at 8:20AM to prep for the 8:30AM mass start. We ask that everyone be at the start line (just below transition) by 8:25AM to ensure an on-time start. Only athletes are allowed in the transition area. Maps of the start, finish and transition area are available HERE!
Pre-Race Warm Ups:
Athletes will be allowed to run or mtn bike on the marked race course ONLY ON RACE MORING up until 8:15AM, at that time the course will be closed to prep for the race start at 8:30AM.
Please remember, there is no pre-running or mtn biking on course before race morning! Also keep in mind that the TUNA Mtn. Dell Ski Area DOES NOT allow mtn bikes on their ski trails either!. It is an extreme safety hazard, and those caught using the Mtn Dell or Soldier Hollow facilities improperly (ie using a mtn bike on their groomed trails) will forfeit their BASH race entry with no refund of money and be strictly dealt with.
A good area to practice riding on groomed snow is on the road that goes between Jeremy Ranch & East Canyon. A map is available HERE for how to access that road. Thanks for your cooperation.
Relay Teams:
Relay teams may be comprised of 2 or 3 individuals, with each doing a leg of the race (or, if a 2-person team, one person will do 2 legs).
Race Finish Times:
Times for the BASH Winter Triathlon will be similar to summer Olympic distance triathlon times...2-3 hours. 2009's course is drastically different than 2008's, with a shorter bike leg.
Tubing Hill - Fun for the Kid's:
Be sure to bring the kiddies along to the BASH Winter Tri, as Soldier Hollow offers the longest tubing lanes in Utah. The hill has lengthy 1,200-foot sliding lanes with lift service for towing people up the hill for tubing day or night under the lights, and a sound system keeps the airwaves full of enjoyable tunes.
A trip to the Soldier Hollow tubing hill is affordable family fun—where kids are kids, and adults get the chance to be kids again. People literally race to get back in line as quickly as possible for another plunge. It’s a great outdoor activity for everyone to participate in.
To assure a quality experience, Soldier Hollow limits the sale of tubing tickets. On Saturdays and busy holidays, in particular, they encourage pre-purchase of tubing hill tickets. Tickets can be purchased in advance with a credit card at 435.654.2002 or in person at the Lodge before the start of the triathlon.
Pre-Race Winter Tri Clinics
Come learn more about the growing sport of Winter Triathlon with 3 seperate clinics. The Desert Sharks Triathlon Club, will host 2 clincs focusing on the aspects of mtn biking and running on snow. The cross country ski clinic, will be lead with the support of The Utah Nordic Alliance (TUNA), where both skate and classic techniques will be covered.
Mtn Biking & Trail Running on Snow Clinic - Sat. Dec. 13 & 27, 2008 - Jeremy Ranch - 10AM:Both of these clinics will focus on the aspects of mtn biking and running on snow, so yes...bring your mountain bikes and bring your running shoes. All abilities are welcome, youth are encouraged to come, but must be accompanied by an adult that can sign the clinic waiver. A info sheet on the clinic is available HERE.
- LOCATION/DIRECTIONS: Both clinics will take place on the dirt access road that runs in between Jeremy Ranch & East Canyon. We'll meet on the Jeremy Ranch side. A map is available HERE.
COST: Free of charge!
WHAT TO BRING: Mtn bike, running shoes, warm apparel.
EQUIPMENT RENTAL: Mtn bike rentals are available from a variety of retailers throughout the Wasatch Front & Back...a complete list is located towards the top of this webpage.
Nordic Ski Clinic (Classic & Skate) - Sat. Dec 20, 2008 - Mtn. Dell Golf Course - 1PM:
Guest instructors from TUNA and the Desert Sharks will be conducting. Beginners and experienced skiers are welcome. Youth welcome and encouraged to come, but will need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian who can sign the clinic waiver. Both forms (skate and classic) will be covered.- LOCATION: Mountain Dell Golf Course, Parley's Canyon I-80 Exit 134, Salt Lake City, UT.
COST: Mountain Dell 2008/09 Season pass holders free or $5 track fee, refundable with purchase of a season pass. Greeters will be available to help you purchase TUNA memberships and Mountain Dell Track passes.
WHAT TO BRING: Skis, poles, boots, hat, sunglasses, sunblock, wind proof gloves, etc.
EQUIPMENT RENTAL: Rental equipment will be available at a discounted rate through Wild Rose located in Salt Lake City on 702 Third Ave - 801-533-8671.
Soldier Hollow Ski School:
Soldier Hollow's Ski School offers a great introduction to the sport. They provide up to date Rossignol equipment which, coupled with their friendly instructors, makes learning very easy. Rates includes trail pass, equipment, and a group lesson. Adult packages are $45 and junior packages are $25.
Athlete & Spectator Parking:
Athletes and spectators will be able to park in the Soldier Hollow stadium parking lot (not the lodge). You will then carry your gear into the stadium area to be set up in the transition area (near the biathlon range). There will be signs helping to point you in the right direction.
Directions to Soldier Hollow Legacy Park:
2002 Olympic Drive P.O. Box 2002 Midway, UT 84049
From Salt Lake City: take I-80 East to Silver Creek Junction (exit 146). Go east on U.S. 40 past Jordanelle Reservoir toward Heber City. Take right turn on State Road 113 (100 South) to Midway. Take a left on 113 in Midway, and travel two miles. Turn right just before the railroad tracks and follow signs to Soldier Hollow. Located in Wasatch Mountain State Park, Soldier Hollow is about 53 miles from downtown Salt Lake City.
From Park City: Take State Road 248 East to U.S. 40 to Heber City and then follow U.S. 40 to Highway 189. Take 189 to State Road 113, turn right onto State Road 113. Follow 113 until right after railroad tracks, turn left and follow signs to Soldier Hollow. Located in Wasatch Mountain State Park.
From Provo: Take I-15 South to the Orem 8th north exit to US 189 drive east through Provo Canyon until you reach State Road 113. Turn left onto State Road 113, follow 113 until right after railroad tracks, turn left and follow signs to Soldier Hollow. Located in Wasatch Mountain State Park.