08.28.10 RACE RESULTS

Be Sure to Check Out the Havasu Half Marathon in April (Limited Field of 1,500)

What is an Aquathlon?
"Aquathlon is a fun and fast-growing sport that combines running and swimming. A typical aquathlon is a run/swim/run combination; however it is not uncommon to see a two-stage race that is simply a swim/run combination."
-USA Triathlons

Course (Two-Stage Event)
Swim: The 1000 meter swim course will be a one loop course in Lake Havasu, beginning and ending on the beach near the White/Grey lighthouse. The course will be patrolled by the Aquatic Center safety team and assistance is available to any swimmers experiencing distress.

Run: A 5-mile loop on trails.

Description
The Arizona Plunge-n-Run is the perfect venue for athletes to practice open water swimming and swim-run transitions for the upcoming triathlon season. This fun and challenging multi-sport event combines 1000 meter open water swim with five miles of trail running through the island with beautiful views of the lake along the way. Be forewarned – Temperatures in Lake Havasu City in August are extremely high making for a challenging run. Do not expect to set a PR on the run course. Instead, take in the scenery; drink plenty of fluids; and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow athletes. Afterwards, plunge back into the lake to cool off!

Water, Gatorade, bananas and oranges will be available at the Recovery Zone near the transition area and four water stations along the run course.

Packet Pick-up
Friday, August 27th 3pm – 7pm
Hampton Inn
245 London Bridge Road

Saturday, August 28th 5am – 6:30am
Island, next to the White/Gray Lighthouse (follow directional signs on island)

Awards
Awards will be presented at 9am near transition area

3 - Overall (Male and Female)
1 – 11 and under (Male and Female)
1 - 12 to 19 (Male and Female)
1 - 20 to 29 (Male and Female)
1 - 30 to 39 (Male and Female)
1 - 40 to 49 (Male and Female)
1 - 50 to 59 (Male and Female)
1 - 60 and over (Male and Female)
1 - Overall (Male, Female and Mixed) Relay Teams

Fees
Solo - $45 now thru July 31, 2010
$55 August 1st thru August 27th, 2010

Relay - $65 now thru July 31, 2010
$75 August 1st thru August 27th, 2010

Time Limit
Swim – one hour
Finish – two hour

Race time limit of two hours

Temperatures
Average water temps for August - 80 to 85 Degrees
Average weather temps for August – Low 81 High 106

Policies
WEATHER: The Race Director retains the right to postpone, or call the race at any time due to weather conditions. In some cases a single event will take the place of the originally called aquathlon. In all cases no money will be refunded due to Mother Nature or events beyond io|events control.

RACE NUMBERS: All athletes are required to wear race numbers at all times during the run. Numbers must face the front and be clearly visible at all times. Disqualification or time penalty may be applied at the race director's discretion if not followed.

ABILITY: All athletes must be able to swim 1000 meters in open water without the assistance of floating devices (relay runners excluded). Wetsuits are not allowed. Runners may walk/run the course. All athletes, solo and relay, must complete the race within the two hour time limit.