XTERRA Southeast Championship
Where: Pelham, AL
When: May 18, 2013
XTERRA returns to Oak Mountain State Park, Alabama for the 2013 XTERRA Southeast Championship.
This full-distance XTERRA championship race is comprised of a 1.5km swim, 30km mountain bike and a 10km trail run. You may race as an individual or on a relay team.
We also offer a shorter distance XTERRA Sprint race for those looking to experience XTERRA for the first time or have the same XTERRA fun on a less demanding course. The Sprint race is half the distance as the Championship race at 750m for the swim, 15km mountain bike and a 5km trail run.
Paul Mitchell stylists will be on-site giving professional hair cuts in exchange for a $15 (or more) donation to the Challenged Athletes Foundation. 100% of the proceeds benefit CAF.
- Pros race for a $15,000 pro purse
- Age groupers battle for slots to the World Championship (see chart below)
- Top amateur finishers earn points toward their standings in the XTERRA America Tour
Join us at Oak Mountain State Park in Pelham, Alabama.
Registration Information
XTERRA Southeast Championship Online Registration
XTERRA Oak Mountain Sprint Online Registration
SORRY, NO REFUNDS
Registration fee includes an event T-shirt and post-race refreshments. Event t-shirts are guaranteed for all athletes registering by April 30. Walk-ups and registrations after May 1 are not guaranteed a t-shirt.
A USA Triathlon license is required. Single-day licenses are available for $12 through XTERRA registration.
Note: You must be present to receive your award. Awards will not be mailed after the event.
Course Maps
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Qualifying Slots to XTERRA Worlds
Top finishers at Southeast Championship race are awarded slots to the XTERRA World Championship in Kapalua, Maui based on the following age group allocations.
| AGE GROUP | QUALIFYING SLOTS
MALE | QUALIFYING SLOTS
FEMALE |
| (15 - 19) | 1 | 1 |
| (20 - 24) | 1 | 1 |
| (25 - 29) | 2 | 2 |
| (30 - 34) | 3 | 2 |
| (35 - 39) | 3 | 2 |
| (40 - 44) | 3 | 2 |
| (45 - 49) | 2 | 2 |
| (50 - 54) | 2 | 2 |
| (55 - 59) | 2 | 2 |
| (60-64) | 1 | 1 |
| (65+) | | 1 |
| (65-69) | 1 | |
| (70-74) | 1 | |
| (75+) | 1 | |
| Challenged | 3 | 3 |
Volunteers
Our dedicated team of volunteers across the US and abroad has been key to bringing the XTERRA experience to more people in more places. As the sport grows the need for volunteers increases. This year we need people to help with pre-race and race-day activities. Please e-mail our volunteer coordinator. Tell us what you're interested in doing and what you're availability is. We'll try to find a place for you at XTERRA. We hope you can join us at this year's XTERRA Southeast Championship.
RSVP on Facebook
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The Shelby County Reporter is the official weekly of the XTERRA Southeast Championship.
XTERRA Sprint
Distance: 750m swim / 15km mountain bike / 4.5km trail run
XTERRA Oak Mountain Sprint Online Registration
XTERRA Sprint is a shorter distance race with a 750 meter swim, 15K mountain bike and a 4.5K trail run. Athletes can compete in the XTERRA Sprint race as a team or individual. This race is ideal for newcomers and for people seeking a less-demanding XTERRA experience.
XTERRA Oak Mountain Trail Runs 5km/10km/20/42km
XTERRA Oak Mountain Trail Run Online Registration
Celebrate the healthy, active, outdoors lifestyle with XTERRA while enjoying the great nature trails at Oak Mountain State Park. Take a stroll in the XTERRA 5km run/walk or lace 'em up for the 10km, 20km or marathon distance trail runs.
More information can be found here.
XTERRA University
Get ready to XTERRA with the sport's best. XTERRA University, presented by Paul Mitchell, offers competitors a chance to take in last-minute advice and pointers from the best off-road multisport athletes in the sport.
The FREE sessions target improved swimming, biking and trail running techniques plus dealing with the specifics of the Pelham course. There will be time for Q & A with the pros during each session. All classes will be held at the race compound at Oak Mountain. Hosted by Josiah Middaugh and Melanie McQuaid.
Paul Mitchell Cut-A-Thon
Racing makes you feel good - Paul Mitchell makes you look good! Make a donation and get a professional cut on the spot. No appointment necessary, just come on down! Benefits the Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund, supporting victims of the Alabama Tornados.
XTERRA Southeast Championship
Schedule of Events
Pelham, AL - Oak Mountain State Park
May 17-19, 2013
Friday, May 17:
2:00-6:00pm Registration and Packet Pickup* at Oak Mountain State Park
3:00pm XTERRA Sprint Course Pre-Ride with Craig Evans
4:00pm XTERRA University, presented by Paul Mitchell - hosted by Josiah Middaugh and Lesley Paterson and Triathlon Race Briefing by XTERRA Race Manager, Chris Appleton
Saturday, May 18:
6:30am Transition open for set-up and body marking
6:30-8am Late Packet Pickup for Sprint and Championship races
7am Team 413 - Gracerunner Ministries Devotional
8:00am XTERRA Sprint Start (750m swim, 15K MTB, 4.5K trail run)
8:30am XTERRA Southeast Championship Start (1.5K swim, 30K MTB, 10K trail run)
9:00am-1pm XTERRA Expo Open/Trail Run Registration and Packet Pickup
9am - 1pm Paul Mitchell Cut-a-thon, a benefit for the Challenged Athletes Foundation
9:145/9:30am XTERRA Sprint male/female winner expected
10:50/11:00am XTERRA Southeast Championship male/female Winner expected
12pm XTERRA Sprint and Southeast Championship Awards Ceremony
12:30pm Cutoff time at T2
1:30pm Cutoff for 2nd lap of the Championship run
7pm After Party - Margarita Grill, Pelham
Sunday, May 19:
6:30-7:30am XTERRA Trail Runs/Walk Packet Pickup and Late Registration
7am Team 413 - Gracerunner Ministries Devotional
8:00am-1:00pm XTERRA Expo Open
8:00am XTERRA Oak Mountain Trail Marathon+ (43K/27.7miles) Start
8:10am XTERRA Oak Mountain 5K Mud Run Start
8:20am XTERRA Oak Mountain 10K Mud Run Start)
8:30am XTERRA Oak Mountain 20K Trail Run Start (#6 in the Alabama Series)
9:00am-2:00pm Paul Mitchell Cut-a-thon benefit for The Challenged Athlete Foundation
10:30am XTERRA 5K/10K Mud Run Awards Ceremony
11:00am XTERRA 20K Trail Run Awards Ceremony
12:30pm Cutoff for last 10K of the Marathon (runners must finish 31K and reach the start of the final 10K loop by 12:30pm in order to continue)
1:00pm XTERRA Trail Marathon Awards Ceremony
Wetsuit Policy
XTERRA follows the Swimming Conduct rules for Wetsuit Use established by the International Triathlon Union (ITU) at all Championship Races (Vegas, Pelham, Richmond, Beaver Creek), the XTERRA USA Championship (Utah), all XTERRA World Tour events, and the XTERRA World Championship. Here are the specifics of the ITU Wetsuit Use Rules:
- Wetsuits are mandatory for Age Group athletes if the water temperature is BELOW 57 degrees Fahrenheit (14 degrees C)
- Wetsuits are permitted for Age Group athletes if the water temperature is AT or BELOW 72 degrees Fahrenheit (22 degrees C)
- Wetsuits are forbidden for Age Group athletes if the water temperature is ABOVE 72 degrees Fahrenheit (22 degrees C)
- Wetsuits are mandatory for Professional athletes if the water temperature is BELOW 57 degrees Fahrenheit (14 degrees C)
- Wetsuits are permitted for Professional athletes if the water temperature is AT or BELOW 68 degrees Fahrenheit (20 degrees C).
- Wetsuits are forbidden for Professional athletes if the water temperature is ABOVE 68 degrees Fahrenheit (20 degrees C)
Rent a Wetsuit
You can rent the fastest and most flexible triathlon wetsuit on the market. XTERRA Wetsuits is offering full or sleeveless wetsuit rentals. Extended rental periods are available.
Check them out at http://rentals.xterrawetsuits.com/.
Bike Shipping
We've partnered with High Country Shipping to ship your bikes to Pelham, AL. Receive your quote and sign up online.
http://www.highcountryshipping.com/bike_events/xterra_southeast_championship.html
Athlete Photos
Rick Kent and his team of photographers from Enduro Photo are the official athlete photographer of the 2013 XTERRA America Tour. Athlete photos will be available shortly after the race. You can request to be notified when your photos will be ready at www.myxterraphotos.com.
Official Hotel Partner of XTERRA in Pelham - Choice Hotels
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Comfort Suites
Address: 2235 Pelham Parkway, Pelham, AL, US, 35124
Phone: (205) 982-1999
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200 Southgate Dr., Pelham, AL, US, 35124
Phone: (205) 982-9800
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Travel by Air
Closest airport is Birmingham (BMH) or fly into Atlanta (ATL) and drive 2 hours to Pelham.
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