There is another new Half Iron distance triathlon in the Northeast, this time in New Jersey. The event is being put on by the New Jersey Multisport Association and will also feature a Sprint distance triathlon. The course was carefully selected to provide some of the best course conditions the state has to offer.
Triathlon: JerseyMan Half Iron & Sprint Triathlon
When: Sunday, September 28, 2008 @ 8:00 AM
Where: Spruce Run Recreation Area, Clinton, New Jersey, USA
Divisions: Age Group, Clydesdales / Athenas, Relays
Website: www.njmultisport.com
Both races will take place at Spruce Run Recreation Area. The Half Iron distance race will consist of a 1.2mi Swim, 56mi Bike, 13.1mi Run while the Sprint distance triathlon will consist of a .6mi Swim, 18.5mi Bike, 3.1mi Run.
Course Description:
A beautiful one loop swim in sparkling clean waters of the Spruce Run reservoir for both the Sprint and Half Iron races, a breathtaking one loop scenic cycle leg through the best riding area’s of New Jersey. The Half Iron race will include a gorgeous 12 mile stretch of very flat and fast racing along the Delaware River and will travel through NJ’s only covered bridge! Truly a beautiful course that is not to be missed! This is followed by a one loop run through beautiful Hunterdon County, NJ.
Awards:
- Medals to all finishers
- Overall Male and Female Sprint and Half Iron
- Three deep in each age group Sprint and Half Iron
- Three deep in each team category Sprint and Half Iron
- Three deep in Athena / Clydesdale Sprint and Half Iron
Registration is currently open for the 1st Annual JerseyMan triathlons in Clinton, NJ. The prices are below and you can register online at Lin-Mark Computer Sports by following this link.
Half Iron:
- Individual Entry: $145.00 prior to August 1st, 2008
- Individual Entry: $155.00 after August 1st 2008
- Team Entry: $240.00 prior to August 1st, 2008 (male, female & mixed)
- Team Entry: $250.00 after August 1st, 2008
Sprint:
- Individual Entry: $75.00 prior to August 1st, 2008
- Individual Entry: $85.00 after August 1st, 2008
- Team Entry: $140.00 prior to August 1st, 2008 (male, female &mixed)
- Team Entry: $150.00 after August 1st, 2008
This is a USAT sanctioned event, if you don't have a USAT membership you will be required to get a one day license which cost $10.
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