SPRINT DISTANCE
750m Swim - 25Km Ride - 5km Run
Race Starts at 7:30
May 4th, 2008
The swim start is located directly in front of the Henry Morgan Hotel on beautiful West Bay beach. You will not need a wetsuit for the swim… the average water temperature for the Bay Islands is approximately 29°C, or 82°F.
Swim course is a triangle. West Bay is a protected body of water enclosed by a coral reef. Direction of swim will be determined on race day according to prevalent currents. NOTE: In normal conditions, there is a negligible current, and almost no wave action.
Sprint Course - will be marked clearly, and consists of a 250m leg out, 250m parallel to the shore, and 250m back to the beach.
Water is crystal clear, with sandy bottom over Coral Gardens in mostly shallow waters. The swim’s start position on the beach will be marked clearly. Boats, kayaks, and jet skis will be assisting swimmers.
WAVES:
Sprint Distance:
5th Wave - Age Group Female & Female Novices - 7:46 AM
6th Wave - Age Group Males, Relay Teams, & Novices - 7:44 AM
Should you experience any problems while in the water, raise your hand to indicate to the standing by staff on jet skis, boats or kayaks. If, at any time in the race, you intend to stop, please report to authorities immediately. Be sure not to obstruct the normal flow of the competition while stopping your activity.
BIKE - 25 KM
The bike course departs from the transition area on the service road behind the Mayan Princess Hotel. The total course is paved but roads can be somewhat narrow and exceptionally steep in many areas, so do take care.
The first 5km consists of a series of steep and twisting curves so please exercise extreme caution! One hill is particularly difficult and if you must dismount to continue, please stay to the far right of the road and do not obstruct others.
The 5km point marks the beginning of the "15 Km Loop". Olympic distance participants will do this loop TWICE. Sprinters will only do this portion ONCE. This spot is well marked, and consists of rolling hills.
Water Stations - There will be a water bottle exchange station at the turn around point of the bike loop.
Without question, this cycle course has gained its reputation for the true challenge it is! Ride with caution and have fun!
The run will be on of paved private roads and off road trails, with the finish line on the beach in front of The Henry Morgan Resort. You will run on packed white sand for approximately 1Km only towards the completion of your race.
NOTE: Pay attention to the maps, and instructions during the mandatory race meeting. This run course, though simple, has an imbedded loop within it. Sprinters do the loop ONCE.
The run leaves T2 on paved road, and turns right towards the western-most tip of the island, known as the Light House, with views of the ocean. Shortly after you reach a shaded dirt trail, you will notice the beginning of the "Loop". Volunteers will prompt you to continue on the loop, for your first go-around, or to exit towards the beach after you have completed the loop. Sprinters do the loop only ONCE.
VERY IMPORTANT: Please pay attention to the prompts from the volunteers, and keep track of your first and second loop. You are responsible for knowing the course.
There will be water stations every mile
