Triathlon: TriStar111 Minnesota
When: Saturday, August 27, 2011
Where: Maple Grove, Minnesota, USA
Divisions: Elite, Age Group
Website: www.maplegrovetriathlon.com
Maple Grove, Minnesota lands an international triathlon event and the first in the United States with the announcement of the new TriStar111 Minnesota triathlon. The new triathlon race will be one of 11 worldwide destinations offering a TriStar race. The TriStar111 format will brings European style triathlon racing to the United States, featuring a 1km swim (0.6mi), 100km of cycling (62mi), and 10km of running (6.2mi).
The TriStar111 Minnesota event replaces the Maple Grove Triathlon: Dare to TRI race that was hosted for the first time last year. In its first year it was voted one of the top 5 triathlons in the category 2010 Triathlete's Choice race of the Year.
"After a long process of finding the right situation to launch our brand and new format of Triathlon in the USA, I am very happy to make this initial kick off with the team lead by Lindsey Kurhajetz and Jeanette Neumann. I am certain that our new format will be leaving its footprints in the triathlon scene in the US. Minnesota as a major metropolis in the States with its sports enthusiasm is the perfect destination to make this happen", says Georg Hochegger, CEO of Star Production SARL.
TriStar111 Minnesota takes place in a nationally recognized epicentre for cycling that continues to win awards and accolades for its progressive cycling community. Beginning in Weaver Lake, athletes will take to the water for the 1km swim. After a swift transition to the bike, participants will enjoy the 100km cycling course offering scenic views of the Maple Grove, Plymouth and Corocan's rolling landscape. Rounding out the race is the 10km run around Weaver Lake making two loops before finishing in the heart of the park before crowds of spectators.
"Over 1000 elite, avid and amateur triathletes are expected to make the 2011 event roster and compete in the event's Sprint, Olympic and the brand new TriStar111 distance. We're pleased and honoured to be part of the first TriStar event in the US", says Lindsey Kurhajetz, Race Director at Dare to Dream Events, Star Production's partner for the TriStar111 Minnesota event.
The Maple Grove Triathlon built an inviting triathlon platform in its first edition in 2010 with 500 participants. A spacious venue centrally located in the northwest metro, Weaver Lake Park boasts 80-acres of event space ideal for visiting competitors, spectators, and race sponsors. The entire weekend will be under the sign of triathlon fun with TriStar's fresh approach.
Registration for the new TriStar111 Minnesota race is currently open. Details are avaialble on the official event website at: www.maplegrovetriathlon.com
The TriStar label is owned by Star Production SARL, a Monaco based company specialized in organizing high quality sports events that are focused on fun, social responsibility and environmental protection. Minnesota (MN, USA) is the 11th destination offering a TriStar race after Berlin (GER), Lyon (FRA), Madrid (ESP), Mallorca (ESP), Monaco (MON), Nevis (SKN), Otepää (EST), Sardinia (ITA), Split (CRO), and Worms (GER). The TriStar Series has grown to 17 races in these 11 destinations in less than two years. TriStar has introduced new distances to the sport of triathlon (A/N: 111km and 222km), as well as a new Team Racing Concept (A/N: in Madrid). More Info: www.tristar111.com
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