2010 Race Information
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PLEASE NOTICE THE DISTANCE CHANGE TO THE SPRINT COURSE SWIM
NO RACE DAY REGISTRATIONS OR PACKET PICKUPS - NO EXCEPTIONS
Halfmax Distance - TriSports.com Halfmax Championship
1.2 mile swim – 56 mile bike – 13.1 mile run (Be sure to visit www.halfmaxchampionship.com for more detailed information regarding the Halfmax Championship and qualifying standards.)
- General Entry - $245
- Aquabike Entry - $229
- Qualifier Athlete - $229
- ONLINE REGISTRATION IS THE ONLY WAY TO ENTER HALFMAX
- Download the 2010 Halfmax Championship Flyer
Quartermax Distance
1000 yard swim – 28 mile bike – 6.5 mile run
- Individual Entry - $89
- Team Entry - $150 (Only available for Quartermax Distance)
- When registering for the Quartermax Distance, register for the International Distance (they are the same).
Super Sprint Distance
IMPORTANT UPDATE!!! - Swim Distance Change
750 YARD SWIM – 10 mile bike – 3 mile run
- Individual Entry - $75
- REGISTRATION DOES NOT OPEN UNTIL JUNE 1, 2010
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Myrtle Beach Triathlon Host Resort SEE THE VENUE PAGE FOR MORE INFO
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Race Cap
Halfmax Championship - 1,500
Super Sprint & Quartermax Triathlons Combined- 1,000
The race will host the TriSports.com Halfmax Championship and USA Triathlon Club National Championships. We expect all three distances to fill early in the year! Visit www.halfmaxchampionship.com for more information on the Halfmax Championship and qualifying standards!
To View the Entry List for the Halfmax Championships (FEMALE DIVISION) as of 8-17-2010, Click Here!
To view the entry list for the Myrtle Beach Triathlon (MALE DIVISION) as of 8-17-2010, Click Here!
To view the entry list for the Myrtle Beach Triathlon (FEMALE DIVISION) as of 8-17-2010, Click Here!
Entries are sorted by Age and Gender Divisions. Specific events are also listed within each division. The entry lists will be updated periodically between now and race day.
Registration
NO RACE DAY REGISTRATIONS OR PACKET PICKUPS - NO EXCEPTIONS - LATE FEES DO APPLY TO ALL EVENTS
REGISTER ONLINE - In 2010, the Ultramax Nation will utilize the Get Me Registered online registration system. The cost of credit card processing has continued to increase, but we've tried hard to keep our online processing fees cheaper than most other systems.
WE ARE ONLY ACCEPTING ONLINE REGISTRATIONS FOR THE HALFMAX CHAMPIONSHIP
2. DOWNLOAD THE 2010 ULTRAMAX NATION APPLICATION - Use a single PDF form to sign up for ALL Ultramax "owned" Events, except the Halfmax Championship. Be sure to sign and return the included USA Triathlon Waiver for all Triathlon and Duathlon Events. We tried to make it SIMPLE in 2010!
IMPORTANT - APPLIES TO ALL TRIATHLONS AND DUATHLONS - Non-USA Triathlon Annual Members must pay an additional $10.00 one-day USAT insurance fee for each event you do in 2010! Please be sure to select the appropriate entry when you register online. If you register by mail, please include the additional $10 with your mail-in applications. This applies only to our Triathlon and Duathlon events. Failure to include this fee will delay your registration and packet pickup process at the event.
Relay teams, please add $10 per team member (if not a USA Triathlon annual member).
Note: If you are planning to participate in a few Triathlon or Duathlon events in 2010, it makes sense to join and become an annual member. Annual members do not pay the $10 fee per event and will be included in the national rankings at the end of the season. 
GET YOUR USAT ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP ONLINE HERE!
Download the USAT Application Here!
REMEMBER, YOU MUST BE A USAT ANNUAL MEMBER TO BE COUNTED IN THE 2010 ULTRAMAX CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES. You must be an annual member before the first event of the series. SIGN UP NOW!
Schedule of Events
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Preliminary Schedule: Please note this is a tentative schedule & is subject to change.
Thursday - September 30, 2010
- 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm: Athlete Check-In/Packet Pickup; Race Expo Open Hours - Marina Inn Hotel (Nautilus Ballroom)
Friday - October 1, 2010
- 10:00 am - 7:00 pm: Athlete Check-In/Packet Pickup/Chip Pickup - Marina Inn Hotel (Nautilus Ballroom)
- 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm: Mandatory Bike Check-In for ALL Races
- 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm: Pre-race meeting and USA Triathlon officials briefing - Marina Inn Hotel
- 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm (Tentative): Pasta Dinner with guest speaker - Location TBA
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aturday - October 2, 2010 - Race Day
- 5:30 am: Transition Opens/Body Marking Begins
- NO PACKET PICKUP OR BIKE CHECK-IN ON RACE DAY - NO EXCEPTIONS
- 7:30 am: Halfmax Wave Start - Wave Assignments coming soon!
- 9:00 am: Quartermax Wave Start - Wave Assignments coming soon!
- 11:00 am: Sprint Wave Start - Wave Assignments coming soon!
- 1:00 pm: Sprint & Quartermax Awards Ceremony
- 2:30 pm: Halfmax Championship Awards Ceremony
- 4:30 pm: Club Championship Awards Ceremony
- 3:00 pm: Bike Course Closes - All racers must be off the bike course.
- 4:30 pm: Course Closes - All racers must be off the course.
USA Triathlon Club Championship
The Myrtle Beach Triathlon will offer three race distances. The Halfmax, the Quartermax, and Super Sprint distance triathlons. All three events are open to individual registrations and all three entrants will compete for the standard age group awards.
In addition, the three races will count towards the USA Triathlon national club competition in five distinct club classifications.
The event is scored based on individual age group performances. Athletes will compete for the standard age group division crowns. If an entrant is affiliated with a USAT Club, a finish or Top 10 placing will earn points in the Club Championship classification.
Club Divisions:
- Division I - Over 250 members
- Division II - 249 - 130 members
- Division III - 129 - 89 members
- Division IV - 88 - 30 members
- Division V - 29 - 2 members
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Club Eligibility - A club must be a registered USAT club in order to participate in the National Club Championship. Clubs must provide USA Triathlon an electronic roster of all eligible club members 30 days prior to the date of the championship.
Club Scoring - Each finisher and each Top 10 age division placement will receive club championship points. Clubs will be ranked within their respective divisions. Click here to read the complete club scoring and eligibility details or download the PDF file here.
Club Awards - The Top 3 clubs in each division will receive the national club championship awards. Complete Club Championship rules and requirements can be found at: www.usatriathlon.org
Divisions & Awards
Awards will be presented to the Top 3+ in each age group:
- Age Groups - 19 & under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79 and 80+ (Male & Female)
- Clydesdale 39 and under (Males 200+lbs)
- Clydesdale 40 and over (Males 200+lbs)
- Athena (Females 150+lbs)
- Awards will be presented to the top Overall Male and Female Champions.
- Quartermax Relay Teams - All teams will compete in the same category. We will award the Top 3 Teams. No Halfmax Teams.
- Aquabike awards will be presented to the top three Overall Male and Female winners.
Claiming Awards - You must be present at the awards ceremony to get your award. WE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO SHIP AWARDS IN 2010.
Course Preview
COURSE PREVIEW - The hub of the event will take place at Marina Inn at Grande Dunes. The swim will occur in the Intracoastal Waterway. The S.C. Department of Transportation authorized the closing of a portion of S.C. 31 for the bicycling segment. The U.S. Coast Guard and S.C. Department of Natural Resources are closing the Intracoastal Waterway to boat traffic during the swim portion
VENUE - The Myrtle Beach area of South Carolina is a year-round vacationers' paradise along the sun-drenched shores of the Atlantic coastline. Wide, sandy beaches stretch 60 miles from Little River to Georgetown. The warm sand and salty sea breezes are just the beginning. The area is home to a wide selection of attractions for every age and every taste, including championship golf courses, spectacular live-entertainment theaters, thrilling amusement parks, superb shopping, fine cuisine, and historical sights. Myrtle Beach has earned the title of the No. 1 Family Beach in America.
See the Course Maps Section for complete course information - Maps are now online.
Event Photos
Coming Soon!
Timing Chip Notice & USAT Rules
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Please follow these simple instructions carefully. Not wearing the transponder properly may prevent you from being timed. Transponders are non-transferable! Be careful not to switch with other participants. The chip must be on your ankle at all times or you will not be scored in the event. Your timing chip will be removed by volunteers once you reach the finish line. If you find you still have your timing chip after the race, please put it in a padded envelope and mail to: Ultramax Events 2902 Forum Blvd Suite 101 Columbia, MO 65203. YOU WILL BE CHARGED A $125 REPLACEMENT FEE IF YOU DO NOT RETURN YOUR TIMING TRANSPONDER. Failure to return a chip will result in disqualification from all future events owned or timed by Ultramax Events!
TEAMS - Teams will transfer their timing chip in the transition area. The last member of the team should wear the race number on the run leg. We recommend using a race belt for easy transfer. The timing chip must be on the ankle of each team member at all times while racing. Team entry is only available to the Quartermax Distance. Teams will not count towards Club Championship scoring.
USA TRIATHLON SANCTIONING - You must bring a valid photo ID and your current USA Triathlon card to pick up your packet. To download a copy of your USAT card, go to www.usatriathlon.org. One-day insurance is available at registration if you have not purchased it in your application. You cannot race without your yearly membership card or a one-day license. YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO RACE WITHOUT A VALID PHOTO ID.
IDENTIFICATION - A wristband will be affixed to your wrist at check-in. This band will identify you as an official entrant and must be worn during the entire event. The wristband allows you access to the transition area and post–race food and beverages. You will not be allowed to remove your bicycle and gear from the transition area following the race without your wristband affixed to your wrist. PLEASE DO NOT REMOVE YOUR WRISTBAND UNTIL AFTER THE AWARDS CELEBRATIONS!
BODY MARKING - Body marking will take place on race day. You will not be permitted in the transition area on race day without your wristband and your body marked. Do not apply body lotion or sunscreen until after you have been body marked. Be sure that the volunteer who marks you does so using your race number. Bring your race number with you.
RACE RESULTS - Unofficial race results will be posted prior to the awards presentation. Please review the results and report any discrepancy to a race official PRIOR to the start of the awards presentation. Results will be considered official after the awards ceremony. Athletes who do not wear the timing chip or lose the chip during the event will not be scored. Please note that the clock at the finish line reflects the start time of the first wave. Race results will be posted online (www.ultramaxtri.com) on race day.
Medical Care -The Grand Strand Regional Medical Hospital will provide basic medical care for all participants during the event. The biggest risk to athletes during the race is the potential of heat-related injuries associated with inadequate hydration prior to and during the event. Be sure to drink plenty of fluids throughout the weekend. If you are heat sensitive, please take all necessary precautions to avoid medical and heat related problems.
USAT Athlete Excess Medical Policy - The athlete excess medical coverage protects each participant for the day of the event at USAT sanctioned races, camps and clinics. When athletes purchase a USAT annual license or one day permit, a portion of those fees cover the cost to provide them with excess medical insurance. This coverage only extends to their participation in an USA Triathlon sanctioned event and is only available after the injured party has filed with any primary insurance policies. A deductible does apply for this excess coverage.
If an athlete is injured while participating in a USA Triathlon sanctioned event the following steps must be followed:
• Athletes must file with their primary healthcare provider (i.e. United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, traveler’s insurance, etc.).
• Athlete completes a medical claim form. For serious incidents or for athletes requesting coverage, either the race
director or USAT can provide them with a medical claim form. The medical claim form along with all explanation of benefit documents should be sent directly from the athlete to the insurance company as indicated on the claim form. Please e-mail sanction@usatriathlon.org for a copy of the form.
• Athletes will pay a deductible. All claimants will pay anywhere from $250.00 (two-hundred and fifty U.S. dollars) to $1,000.00 (one thousand U.S. dollars) out of pocket and possibly more for uncovered expenses.
Be advised that coverage may not apply to each and every claim. Additionally, coverage only extends to participants that have purchased an USA Triathlon annual license or one-day permit and were injured through participation in an USA Triathlon sanctioned event. Please e-mail questions to sanction@usatriathlon.org.
USA TRIATHLON (USAT) competition rules will apply. These rules are
found in the Triathlon Competition guidebook (usatriathlon.org).
Please Note: Per USAT rules all athletes must present a photo ID at registration. NO ONE will be permitted to race without a photo ID. Also, YOU must pick up your own packet - you cannot have someone pick up your packet for you.
USAT’s “Age Up” Policy - An athlete's age for any USAT sanctioned race will be his/her age as of Dec. 31, 2010. The age he/she is on 12/31 will determine his/her racing age group. If an athlete is due to "age-up" into the next group, it will happen at the beginning of the year, not after the athlete's birthday. This action aligns regular U.S. age group racing with the method used by USA Triathlon for its National Rankings Program and its new Grand Prix Series.
Example: John Smith is 39 and will turn 40 on November 20, 2010.
John will be considered 40 for all 2010 races – and will race in the 40-44 age group at all 2010 races.
This same policy applies to the all race categories in Ultramax races (Open, Clydesdale, etc).
HELMETS - Each athlete is required to wear an approved helmet during the bike segment. You must have your helmet securely fastened on your head before you mount and dismount your bike. Drafting and blocking (impeding the progress of passing cyclists) are not permitted during the race. USAT officials will monitor the bike course and strictly enforce these rules.
Training
Coming Soon!
Team Ultramax - Be Part of It!
Are your friends and/or family coming to the event? Are they interested in volunteering while you race? We have positions where they can see you start, race and then be there at the finish line to greet you. Nearly
100% of all unsolicited racer comments include praise for our volunteers;
this is truly what makes these events possible. The racers really appreciate your time because they know and realize they could not pursue this sport without volunteers. You can now register to help volunteer through Get Me Registered. Click here or on the link above for easy registration! We have a wide range of positions available! If you have
any questions or comments, please feel free to contact us at info@halfmaxchampionship.com.
Registration Confirmation & Race Updates
If you register online, you will receive an e-mail confirmation immediately. If you mail in your registration form, please allow up to 3 weeks for processing. You can go to www.getmeregistered.com to verify your entry in all Ultramax events.
A complete document of race information will be e-mailed and made available on this website 10 days prior to the event. Please provide a current e-mail address when registering, as we cannot ensure that this information reaches you otherwise.
Monthly e-mail updates will also contain announcements about all Ultramax Events races.
Athlete Checklist
- Drive the Course: When you first arrive at the race sight, drive the course to become familiar with the terrain. This will help to guarantee you have a successful race day.
- Label your Gear: Be sure to label your gear with your name and/or race number.
- Bodymarking: Remember not to put lotion on before you get bodymarked.
- Post Race: After you have completed the event, please pick up your bike and gear bags. Ultramax is not responsible for gear that is not picked up. If you happen to lose any of your equipment, please check at the timing trailer near the finish line.
Travel & Directions
Thrifty is the OFFICIAL Car Rental Company of the Myrtle Beach Triathlon and the Halfmax National Championship.
Click on the Thrifty logo or visit their website for more information on special Myrtle Beach offers!
Race Day Parking
Information Coming Soon!
Bike Shipping & Storage/ Support / Repairs
BIKE SHIPPING:
- Travel with Ease: Ship your bike to breeze through the airports, avoid baggage fees, and have your bike professionally build by Grand Strand Bicycles (if desired) and ready to ride upon your arrival.
- High Country Shipping (HCS) is a Fed-Ex shipper arranging round-trip Fed-Ed bike shipping to the Myrtle Beach Triathlon/Halfmax Championships.
- HCS will ship to the local bike shop for assembly or direct to your hotel for self-assembly.
- Visit the High Country Shipping Myrtle Beach Triathlon information page for more information.
Official Bike Shop of the Myrtle Beach Triathlon/Halfmax Championship:
Grand Strand Bicycles will be the Official Bike Shop of the Myrtle Beach Triathlon and Halfmax Championships. Visit their website for more information on their shop and services, located in Murrells Inlet, SC. Click here for a complete list of services they will be providing before the race and on race day (this includes storage, assembly, disassembly, etc.)
Are you staying at the Host Hotel? If so, beginning on Monday, September 27th, they will begin receiving bike shipments and holding and storing them for you for a flat fee of $25 per bike. The fee will be charged to your room. This does not include assembly, as you will need to assemble your own bike or make plans for Grand Strand Bicycles to assist you in that. You will also need to provide a return label in advance for the return shipment of your bike. The hotel will take care of shipping your bike back with your pre-purchased return label. For more information, contact the Marina Inn at Grande Dunes.
Interested in Swimming Before the Race?
Will you want to get in one last swim before race day? The Myrtle Beach YMCA will be offering $12, one-day passes the 
week before the race to use their facility if you are interested in getting another swim session in. If you have your YMCA membership card from another YMCA, the pass is only $5.
FYI - the swim course WILL NOT be open prior to the race. No one will be allowed to swim in the Intracoastal Waterway at the race site prior to October 2nd.
Spectators
PLEASE plan to watch the event from the race site. Any additional traffic on the course adds to your inconvenience, and could compromise your safety.
World Championship Slots at Halfmax Championship
The 2011 Long Course World Triathlon Championships will be hosted in Las Vegas, NV on November 5, 2011. The 2010 TriSports.com Halfmax Championship will be the SOLE qualifying event for the 2011 World Championships.
To become eligible for Team USA selection you must earn your spot at the 2010 Halfmax Championship as a "qualifying" athlete. General Entry registrants will not be eligible to compete for the Team USA World Championship Slots. This means you must qualify for the Halfmax Championship at one of the qualifying events or under the set time standards at any USAT sanctioned half iron-distance event. The 2010 Qualifying Standards have been updated and are online now! Go to www.halfmaxchampionship.com for more information or e-mail info@halfmaxchampionship.com if you have additional questions.
The World Long Course Championships are being hosted in the US. This is your chance to participate in your home country. Download the Team USA FAQ's.
2011 ITU Long Distance Worlds to be Held In Henderson, Nevada
HENDERSON, Nev. (November 11, 2009, USAT Press Announcement) — The Inter
national Triathlon Union, USA Triathlon, the city of Henderson and Lowery's Multi-sport Races are proud to announce the 2011 ITU Long Distance Triathlon World Championships will be held in Henderson, Nev., USA, on Nov. 5, 2011.
"We are thrilled to welcome this world class sporting event to Henderson," Mayor Andy Hafen said. "Henderson is proud to join an elite list of cities and to showcase its ability to produce an international event of this caliber."
As the host city for the Nevada Silverman Triathlon for the past five years, the city of Henderson and Lowery have significant experience and expertise in managing an event of this stature. In addition, southern Nevada boasts 145,000 hotel rooms and the fifth-busiest airport in North America.
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"It is a privilege that only few in the United States have been given. To host the ITU Long Distance Triathlon World Championships speaks volumes of the hard working volunteers and city officials who have made this possible," said Lowery. "Without the support and dedication of this great city, there is no possible way this event could be hosted here. We are thrilled to welcome this world class sporting event to Henderson, and we are confident it will be a huge success."
Perth, Australia hosted the 2009 ITU Long Distance Triathlon World Championships, a year after Almere, Holland staged the event. The last time the Long Distance Triathlon World Championships were held in the United States was in 1996 in Muncie, Ind.
"We are thrilled to have the ITU Long Distance World Championships on American soil," said Jeff Dyrek, USA Triathlon's National Events director. "Henderson & Las Vegas will provide athletes with a great event and world class entertainment."
"The U.S. is a very important region for ITU, and we are delighted to be able to bring such a large event back to a country which has such a long and important history within our sport," said Marisol Casado, President of ITU.
About the Nevada Silverman Triathlon:
The Silverman Triathlon is a long distance triathlon held annually in Henderson, Nevada. Branded as the toughest course in North America by triathlon icon Dave Scott and echoed by more than 2,500 participants over the past five years, the Nevada Silverman is sure to attract individuals and relay teams from around the world in the coming years. For registration or more information on the Nevada Silverman Triathlon, please visit www.silvermannv.com.
PLEASE NOTE - In order to be eligible for awards, you must:
- Be a U.S. citizen
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- Be a U.S. national - someone who has resided in the U.S. for three consecutive years.
2010 Ultramax Refund & Weather Policy
2010 REFUND POLICY:
50% of your entry fee will be refunded up until 45 days from race date. Refunds are not available, for any reason other than
active military service, less than 45 days prior to an event.
Event entries are not transferable between persons, events or years.
NO EXCEPTIONS will be made to this policy.
By registering for this event you agree to these refund terms.
To request a refund you must e-mail your full details to info@ultramaxtri.com.
2010 WEATHER POLICY:
In the event of inclement weather, the following procedures will be followed:
- The event will be postponed as long as possible in hopes the inclement weather will pass.
- If the event is not possible, and cancelled due to non-weather related circumstances, the event may issue a 25% credit for the 2011 event. This credit is at the complete discretion of Ultramax Events. No refunds will be issued if the event is cancelled due to inclement weather.