The Cayuga Lake Triathlon (CLT) is
organized by the Ithaca Triathlon Club and is a USA Trithlon sanctioned
event. The race is held in the Finger Lakes Region of upstate New
York, which happens to be home to a number of world famous wineries.
Our host, Taughannock Falls State Park, which lies about 8 miles
north of Ithaca, provides a picturesque setting for the whole family
to enjoy the triathlon. Entrance to the Park includes public swimming,
a playground for the wee little ones, an abundance of shaded picnic
areas and hiking trails. Tent, RV, and cabin camping is available,
and the Park maintains a quaint little marina that includes a boat
ramp for access to the shimmering blue waters of Cayuga Lake.
We are delighted you are considering
our race, which has become one of the premier triathlons in central
New York. Athletes begin the race with a swim in one of the crown
jewels of the region, the delightfully cool waters of Cayuga Lake,
then bike along scenic rolling hills which reveal spectacular views
of the lake, finishing the race with a run near the lake shore,
through the shaded and magnificent gorge trail to the Park’s
namesake, Taughannock Falls, which is the highest water fall in
the Northeast at 215 feet. Runners continue back to the cheering
crowds near the start, where they will be greeted by a bevy of
volunteers ready to serve a variety of delightful treats, including
the areas homegrown Purity Ice Cream, then receive decorative awards
designed by local artisans. Come experience this fun triathlon
as an individual competitor or part of a relay team and see for
yourself how well organized it is, marvel at our fantastic volunteers,
and thoroughly enjoy one of the most spectacular state parks in
New York. .
2009 Cayuga Lake Triathlon Options:
INTERMEDIATE:
1.5K swim, 24.3 mile bike, 10K run
Starts at 8:00 AM
(Capped at 240 individuals, 18 relay teams)
Recommended
age is 15 and older
SPRINT:
750 meter swim, 14 mile bike, 5K run
Starts at
9:00 AM (Capped at 414 individuals, 30 relay teams)
Individuals
must be 12 or older; Relay Teams members must be 9 or
older
YOUTH:
200 meter swim, 9 mile bike, 1.5 mile run
Starts
at 10:15 AM (Capped at 18 individuals)
Note: Our Youth
race is for 11-14 year olds who want to compete individually
at a shorter distance than our Sprint distance race
Note:
We have enough space in our transition area for 720 bikes.
Depending on demand, the number of spots designated for
each race distance may change as we get closer to the
date of the race. Register early to ensure a spot for
your preferred distance. |
We will be hosting Stage 6 of the Northeast
Junior Triathlon Development Series again at this year's CLT.
In
2009 the Ithaca
Health Alliance will be
the charity that will receive a portion of the proceeds from
the triathlon.
Please feel free to contact Jane
Miller (607-342-2170),
our race director, if you have any questions about the triathlon.
Good luck training and we’ll see you in August 2009! |
