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2012 Ironman 70.3 EagleMan & AquaVelo Registration Will Open On Monday, July 25th at 9:00 am

  Greetings!

   

The 2012 Ironman 70.3 EagleMan Triathlon & AquaVelo will open for registration on Monday July 25, 2011 at 9:00 am EDT.  Now is your chance to sign up for this world renown event that many consider the best Ironman 70.3 around.  Once again EagleMan will be an Ironman qualifier, with thirty 2012 Kona World Championship slots, and thirty 2012 Ironman 70.3 Championship slots
. The EagleMan AquaVelo will once again be the USAT Mid Atlantic Aquabike Championship event.

EagleMan has earned the praise of pros (over 40 participated in 2011) and age groupers alike, and is a staple race for many year after year. Sam Warriner said, "You guys put on an impeccable race, Eagleman 70.3 is definitely one to do!! They look after you here. Magnificent organization and logistics...the course was great, an honest course and beautiful at the same time. I loved every moment."  Aaron Levine comments. "Thank you, TriColumbia. Eagleman 70.3 is a well oiled machine. Great race!"  J.B offers, "I have never experienced such an enthusiastic group of volunteers. This was absolutely a first class event!!" Tyler Stuart adds, "Great people, great support -- definitely one of my favorite races!"

Also available for registration is the TriColumbia Endurance Camp on May 6, 2012 to assist you in training.  Space is limited.

As you might guess, EagleMan fills quickly, so don't be left out!  Be sure to visit our website to register on Monday beginning at 9:00 am EDT.

Train safely and we'll see you at the finish line!

Celebrate Life,

Robert Vigorito and The TriColumbia Team 




Carfrae 2011 EagleMan Finish
2011 Subaru Ironman 70.3 EagleMan Wrap Up
 
This year's event delivered a stellar field of professionals and loads of excitement. American, TJ Tollakson reclaimed his 2007 EagleMan title, and 2010 Ironman World Champion, Mirinda Carfrae of Australia reclaimed her 2009 EagleMan title. Tollakson finished nearly 4 minutes in front the the men after taking the lead early in the bike. Australian, Richie Cunningham finished in second place after a crushing run in which he passed 5 other pro men, and Stanislav Krylov of Russia came in 3rd. 

Second place among the women went to American, Tyler Stewart who had the fastest bike time.  Finishing 3rd among the women was the defending champion from 2010, Samantha Warriner of New Zealand.  Tenille Hoogland of Canada held the lead throughout much of the race, but halfway through the run she succumbed to Carfrae, and ultimately finished in 4th place.  All in all, nearly 40 International Professional Triathletes insured that the competition was fierce.

Congratulations to all our EagleMan competitors, award winners, and to those who snagged one on only 28 Ford Ironman World Championship slots or 50 Lake Las Vegas World Ironman 70.3 Championship slots.

Check out the TriColumbia YouTube page to hear from a panel of 6 pros at the EagleMan Pro Forum held on Saturday before the race. Click here to view the TriColumbia TriLights live blog from race day.
USAT MA AquaBike Championship

Congratulations to Frank Fisher and Patty Shoaf, winners of the USAT - Mid Atlantic Aquabike Championship which took place concurrently at the EagleMan AquaVelo event.


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TriColumbia's Autumn Treasure - The ChesapeakeMan Endurance Festival          

The TriColumbia ChesapeakeMan Endurance Festival on September 24, 2011, utilizing portions of TriColumbia's world-renown Ironman 70.3 EagleMan course, has a race distance for you. There are four to choose from, including the ChesapeakeMan Ultra,  AquaVelo, Skipjack 75.2, or TriColumbia's brand new Bugeye Sprint.  There's something for every ability level!
140.6 Best Triahtlete MagazineTriathlon Magazine's March 2010 issue named the ChesapeakeMan Ultra Distance event a "140.6 Best Race," and The Ultra Distance event is the USAT Mid Atlantic Championship Ultra Distance race.

Offering the same high level of logistic expertise and volunteer support that all TriColumbia events are known for, the festival takes place on September 24th, when the summer temperatures are easing. Come enjoy fall in Dorchester County and the Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge.

Read about what Dorchester County has to offer triathletes in Nan Kappeler's feature article, Crab Cakes & Chainrings in the 2010 October/November issue of Lava Magazine.

All events are still open for registration; so don't miss this gem of an endurance festival, and come experience what everyone is raving about!

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Rackjacket
Fabulous New Product To Protect Your Bike

TriColumbia and Endurafit are pleased to announce a brand new product, The Rack Jacket, an alternative to using trash bags to cover your bike. We fully embrace the "leave no trace behind" concept, and strive to eliminate litter produced at our events. As many of you know, we have banned the use of plastic bags of any kind on bikes stored overnight in the transition areas. The bags fall off, blow off, or are simply left behind.

The Rack Jacket is the essential item for those of you who wish to protect your bike from the elements.

Key Benefits to the Rack Jacket are:
  • Designed specifically for triathlon bike racks
  • Made of highly water resistant ripstop nylon
  • Environmentally friendly
  • Reusable
  • Cord locks and Velcro straps keep it securely fastened in windy conditions
  • Reasonably priced
  • Available in a variety of colors
  • Team orders are welcome  
  Click here to order
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event_schedule2011 Event Schedule
 
May 22, 2011 - Columbia Triathlon   -  Thanks for racing with us!

June 12, 2011 - Subaru Ironman 70.3 EagleMan Triathlon  
**The EagleMan 2011 Aqua Velo has been named by the USAT Mid Atlantic Regional Committee as the 2011 Regional Championship for 2011.  Thanks for racing with us!

June 26, 2011 - Celebration Sprint Triathlon  - Thanks for racing with us!

 


July 24, 2011 - TriColumbia Kidz Triathlon  Thanks for racing with us!

August 21, 2011 -Athleta Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon
General Registration is now closed.

September 24, 2011 - ChesapeakeMan Endurance Festival featuring the Ultra Distance Triathlon named by Triathlete Magazine as a "Best 140.6", Skipjack 75.2 Triathlon, and Aqua Velo, and The Bugeye Sprint
** The ChesapeakeMan Ultra Distance Triathlon has been designated as the 2011 USAT Mid Atlantic Championship. Registration is open.


September 24, 2011  -Make-a-Wish Triathlon

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Frequently Asked Questions & ResourcesFAQ's Question Mark
If you're not sure about some of the rules & regulations for CTA's races or if you're just looking for answers to commonly asked questions, download the FAQ  

Nutrition is a key component to proper training and racing. TriColumbia sponsor, Hammer Nutrition, has an extensive resource page 

If you still have questions about specific races, feel free to email us