AQUA TERRA NO SWIM OFF ROAD TRI (ORT)
New for 2008 the Aqua Terra Off Road Tri  will take place on the flowing waters of the Colorado River in Bastrop, Texas, utilizing the brand new El Camino Real Paddle Trail.  The AT ORT is open to solo racers and two person teams and either kayaks or canoes may be used.  Solo participating racers will complete the 3 discipline 22 mile course solo.   In the team category one person will bike and one person will run however both must paddle in the same boat together.  This scenic off road course will be fully marked and beginner friendly but challenging for all.
 
 

Race Location:

Bastrop, TX
Lost Pines Recreational Trails click for map

Race start time:

Sunday, April 6, 2008
Solo & Team 8:00 am

Check in time:

Saturday, April 5, 2008 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm at Rising Phoenix Adventures
Sunday, April 6, 2008 5:30 am - 7:00 am at race start location

Pre race meeting:

Sunday, April 6, 2008 7:00 am at race start location

Pre race boat drop:

Sunday, April 6, 2008  5:30 am to 7:30 am Fisherman's Park boat ramp, Bastrop.  Boat drop will be manned by race personnel.  After boat drop racers will proceed to race Run / Bike transition, location TBA.  After the pre-race meeting racers will be bused back to the boat drop area for the start of the race.

Participant Limit:

Due to the nature of this event there will be a 100 person cap.  Ensure your participation in the race by submitting your entry as early as possible.

Entry Fees:

Mail-in Entry Fee Deadlines
February 1st to March 1st (postmarked)
Solo: $60
Tandem: $110 per team
March 2nd to March 24th (postmarked)
Solo: $65
Tandem: $120 per team
NO MAIL IN REGISTRATION AFTER MARCH 24th

Online Entry Fee Deadlines
February 1st to March 1st (midnight)
Solo: $60
Tandem: $110 per team
March 2nd to March 24th (midnight)
Solo: $65
Tandem: $120 per team
NO ONLINE REGISTRATION AFTER MARCH 24th
 

Late Registration after March 24th
If the race has not sold out, a limited number of slots will be available for late entries.  Late registration will be $70.00 per person or $140 per team after March 24, 2008.  Email reservations required.  T-shirts not guaranteed for late registrants.

Insurance:

USARA Membership is required for this event.  Annual memberships will be available at check-in for $35, or you may purchase a single event membership for $8.  Membership also available at www.usara.com

Classes:

Tandem Male or Female: 2 person team
Tandem Coed: 2 person team
Solo: Male/Female
Masters Tandem: Each member 40+ (any gender)
Master Solo: Male/Female 40+

Course:

The AT (ORT) Off Road Triathlon is a 3 discipline 22 mile marked course that will challenge racers like never before.  Racers will be required to carry their own hydration system, there will be NO WATER STOPS on the course.

Course Description:

Paddling - (Colorado River) Flowing class I river.
Mountain Bike  - Hilly double track jeep roads of Tahitian Village.

Run - River front trail and double track jeep roads.

Disciplines & Distances:

ORT Course

River Paddling 7 Miles
Mountain Biking 11 Miles (2 loops of a 5.5 mile course)
Running 4 Miles

Maps:

Click here for course maps.

Camping:

Bastrop State Park or Buescher State Park

Shuttle to start:

Race organizers will provide a shuttle from the Run / Bike transition area to the race start at Fisherman's Park.  Shuttle will leave shortly after the pre race meeting.

Canoe Rental:

Teams may provide their own canoes or kayaks or rent one

(no restriction to type or make)
Rising Phoenix Adventures of Bastrop will have a limited number of boats available for rent.  Please contact them directly for reservations.
www.risingphoenixadventures.com

Mandatory Gear:

1 Canoe or kayak

1 PFD (type III) per person

1 Paddle per person any type

1 Cell phone in waterproof storage

Enough food and water for specified course duration

Method of carrying water (Camelbaks recommended)

Special instructions

PFDs must be worn when in the boat and in the water.

Contact Info:

Race Director: 512-970-8703 or 512-586-5182