Sunday, August 23, 2009

The city of Baxter invites you to take part in this exciting triathlon. The Lakes Country Triathlon continues to build into one of the best triathlons in the state.

The race begins with a ½-mile swim in Whipple Lake (known for its calm waters), then switches to a 17-mile bike through the rolling hills surrounding the Baxter/Brainerd Lakes area, and ends with a very flat 3.9 mile run through a quiet residential area. The Lakes Country Triathlon is a great race, be it your first or fiftieth!

The race is limited to 400 entries, and race day registration is not available. Registration confirmation will be available online and via email.

Proceeds raised from this event will go toward local fund-raising efforts including the improvement of city parks in Baxter. In six years over $8,300 in event proceeds have been used to purchase parks equipment.

About the Race

The course consists of a 1/2-mile swim, a 17-mile bike ride, and a 3.9-mile run. All cyclists must observe Minnesota traffic laws. Bike certified hard-shelled helmets are required. Drafting is prohibited.

This event will be timed by Pickle Events using Championchip Technology.

 

This race is part of the Tri Minnesota Series.

Race	Date	City	More Information
Chain of Lakes Triathlon	May 2	Alexandria	Website
*Land Between the Lakes Triathlon	May 17	Albert Lea	Website
Buffalo Triathlon (Olympic)	June 7	Buffalo	Website
Liberty Triathlon (Long course)	June 13	Maple Plain	Website
Lake Minnetonka Triathlon	June 20	Excelsior	Website
North Mankato Triathlon	June 21	Mankato	Website
Graniteman Triathlon	July 12	St. Cloud	Website
Northwoods Triathlon	August 8	Nevis	Website
*Young Life Triathlon (Olympic)	August 15	Detroit Lakes	Website
Lakes Country Triathlon	August 23	Baxter	Website
* 2009 Tri Minnesota Series bonus races

Course Map

• Printable version
• Animated version

2009 Features

Checkout the Kids Triathlon, that the Brainerd Kiwanis Club will be putting on, Saturday, August 22 at 4pm. This event will be held on Whipple Beach using the same transition area as the Lakes Country Triathlon. Click Here for more information.

We have added an "Ask the Coach" feature this year. If you have any questions related to competing in a triathlon, click here and ask away! Very basic or more detailed questions are all welcomed and will be answered by a USAT Certified Coach.

Race Registration

Individual Entries

• $45 prior to March 1
• $55 prior to August 6
• $65 after August 5

Clydesdale (Male 200lbs and over) and Athena (Female 145lbs and over) Divisions are available for those that qualify and are interested.

Relay Teams
Two or three-person teams may enter in the Male, Female, Co-ed or Local categories. The local category includes all team members who live in the Baxter/Brainerd area.

• $60 prior to March 1
• $75 prior to August 6
• $90 after August 5

There will be no refunds.

We expect to reach capacity and close registration early this year. There will be no registrations accepted after the close date, including no race day registration.

Click here to register on-line.
Click here to printout a Registration form.

Printable Registration Form: (You will be able to type in your information directly on the form and then print it out OR print the form out and hand write it in. Either way you must; 1. print out the form, 2. sign it 3. mail it in in order to be registered.)

Registration confirmation : If your name or Captain's name (for Teams) is not on the Registration Confirmation link you are not officially registered. You will not be allowed to participate unless you or your Team Captain is on this list. Email the race director if you registered prior to the Update date listed and your name is not on the list.

Schedule of Events

Time	Activity
Saturday, August 23th, 4:00 pm	Kiwanis Kids Triathlon, Whipple Beach, For Information click here.
5:00 pm	Swim Clinic, Whipple Beach
6:00 - 8:30 pm	Packet Pickup, The Lodge, For Directions click here.
Sunday, August 24th, 6:30 - 8:00 am	Packet pickup and body marking at Whipple Park
8:10	Mandatory pre-race meeting
8:30	Race start
½ hour after last finisher	Awards ceremony. Results will be posted here.

Prizes/Incentives

All triathlon participants attending the awards ceremony, will have an opportunity to win a grand prize drawing valued at $500 of merchandise from Erik’s Bike Shop.

Other "freebies"/incentives available for all participants:

• Race t-shirt
• Coupon for $5 off of $25 purchase at Erik’s Bike Shop
• 1 single serving pouch of Hammer Gel

Race Awards

The awards ceremony will take place immediately after the race.

Awards for the first three places for males and females in five year age groups starting at 19 & Under and going through 60 & Over. Also, the top three finishers in the Clydesdale and Athena divisons will also recieve awards. Those that register as a Clyesdale or Athena do not qualify for age group awards.

Other awards will be given to the first place overall male and female.

Relay awards will be given to the top three places for each relay division.

No switches in divisons are allowed after the race starts.

2008 Results
2007 Results
2006 Results
2005 Results
2004 Results
2003 Results

Directions to Baxter/Brainerd

The race begins and ends at Whipple Beach on Whipple Lake at the intersection of North Clearwater Road and Oakwood Drive.

From 371 (Home Depot): West on 210 for 2.5 miles, North on Memorywood Drive (160) for .9 miles, Left at Cedar Scenic Rd N. for .4 miles, Right on Oakwood Drive. Participants will be directed by Event Parking Staff to designated parking areas at the Beach Parking Lot, the softball field along Oakwood Drive and specific spots along the road. For participant safety, please do not park on the posted No Parking areas on the course. Overflow parking will be on neighborhood side streets off Clearwater Road. Parking on the course is only allowed if you are directed to do so by Event Parking Staff. You will not be able to enter the park area on Clearwater Road beyond Welton Road.

Host Hotel and Local Attractions

"Make Lake Country Triathlon your Destination Triathlon for 2008!" Come and spend the weekend or take your vacation at the famous Brainerd Lakes Area.

We are happy to announce that the 2008 Host Hotel will be The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes.

2008 Triathlon Lodging Package

Gull Lake Package– 2 Queen Suite or King Suite Friday & Saturday, pricing is just $178.00 + tax.
This package includes 4 water park passes both days & up to 4 people per suite.

Round Lake Package– 2 Queen Suite or King Suite Saturday only. Price is $119 + tax, includes 4 water park passes for Saturday & up to 4 people per suite.

Meal Package Available:
Did I hear someone say Pasta?
That’s right, a pasta buffet special just for you! Saturday evening, The Lodge Bar and Grill caters to your hunger. Buffet includes: Lasagna, red and white sauces, bowtie pasta, spaghetti, breadsticks, Italian pasta salad, Caesar salad, and several deserts.

You can’t leave hungry! A Healthy Start breakfast will begin at 5am on Sunday morning.

Add your meal package for $20 when you make your reservation.

Packet Pickup begins at 6:00pm on Saturday in Trappers Lounge.

Group Discount available upon registering under Lakes Country Triathlon. Contact Julie Willis to book your reservation today, 218-822-5560 or 877-843-5634.

Website: www.lodgehotelsbrainerd.com

Visit the Brainerd Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce or call 1-800-450-2838 for more lodging or local attraction information.

Event Sponsors

Contact Information

For more information, feel free to contact any of the following individuals:

Race Director
Brad Pickle, Chris Haukos
brad@pickleevents.com
(320) 529-0884

All Photos Courtesy of MNsnaps:
Ed Oliver
www.mnsnaps.com