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  XTERRA USA National ChampionshipWhere: Incline Village, NVWhen: October 5, 2008 Who's Qualified for Nationals? The XTERRA USA Championship is the culmination of a series of more than 50 qualifying events across the US that award points to the top athletes in XTERRA's eight regions. In addition to the championship, XTERRA offers races for trail runners, as well as the XTERRA Nevada race. Pick up tips from the pros at one of our XTERRA University clinics or enjoy the XTERRA Expo with food, climbing walls and product displays. Kids can get into the fun at the XTERRA Base Camp with Shimano Youth Series races, skills challenges and more! The XTERRA USA Championship is open to qualified amateur athletes from the US. Here is how to qualify. Non-qualfied athletes can race on the famed championship course by signing up for the XTERRA Nevada race, which takes place the day before nationals. Top finishers in each age division are awarded a coveted slot to the XTERRA World Championship at the Makena Resort on Maui where 500 of the world's best competitors vie for the championship title. Pro athletes from the US with a valid pro license can compete for the US Championship title. International athletes may compete for prize money, but are not eligible for the US Championship title. Visit the pro racing link at left for more information. Race Course | Registration Information | Qualifying | Volunteers USA Championship Race CourseCourse is subject to change
The swim: ACCESS TO LAKE TAHOE IS RESTRICTED TO HYATT PROPERTY ONLY. Competitors and spectators must not use Ski Beach or any other access point at any time. NEW SWIM TO TRANSITION ROUTE - Exit the swim and run through Hyatt property, behind the cottages to Lakeshore Blvd. Run the side walk to Ski Beach and cross the road into Village Green and transition. The mountain bike: Sixteen hundred vertical feet of climbing welcomes competitors on Tunnel Creek Road. Riders ascend three miles to the Flume Trail, one of the most scenic mountain bike trails in the world. The Flume is known for its grand views of Lake Tahoe's azure blue waters and mountain peaks to the south and west. Riders who get distracted by the view might end up casualties of this 4.4-mile section of single track, which includes two mandantory dismounts to cross rocky outcrops. After The Flume, a short challengeing ascent leads to Marlette Lake and the start of another leg-burning climb. Reaching the south end of the lake, riders switch to granny gear and head up Hobart Road. There are a few sandy sections along the way. Next is a short, big-gear roll and a left turn onto Tahoe Rim Trail for 6.6 miles of Tahoe's finest single track. Just past the Twin Lakes, turn left to Tunnel Creek Road for a fast and furious descent across all kinds of terrain: sandy sections, riparian areas with great traction, high-speed lanes and a few water bar whoopdies. This section will either showcase riders' descending skills or throw them over the handlebars. At the end of Tunnel Creek Road things flatten out as you return back on Lakeshore Drive to Village Green and T2. The trail run: This run course has more twists and turns than an Agatha Christie novel. Just when you think you have a rhythm, mother nature will put a fallen tree or a boulder or four different creek gully crossings and two log crossing smack in your way. The course is tight and runs among giant pines with numerous switchbacks where you'll be able to see what your competition is up to. Half-way through you'll come back to the main compound where the crowd will cheer you on. First time around we'll give you a bracelet: the second time around, show it to me and we'll send you home to the finish. And you'll be happy to see it. *Course is subject to change. Registration InformationOnly qualified athletes may register for the USA Championship.
Registration Fee: $150 Includes swim cap, event t-shirt, Saturday “Night of Champions” dinner and onsite awards BBQ. All competitors must present a USA Triathlon license and valid photo ID and sign a waiver and release upon packet pick up. USAT single-day licenses are available for $10 through XTERRA registration. Entries must be received by September 29. Sorry no refunds. Packet pick-up: Village Green at the Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe USA Tri License: Age Classifications: Pro/Elite, Amateur - 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60+(W), 60-64 (M), 65-69 (M), 70+(M), Physically Challenged. Classification based on age on Dec. 31, 2008 QualifyingFor details and slot allocations, please visit the "How It Works" link. Wetsuit PolicyXTERRA follows the Swimming Conduct rules for Wetsuit Use established by the International Triathlon Union (ITU) at all XTERRA Regional Championship races. Wetsuits rules are as follows: AGE GROUP ATHLETES 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)
PROFESSIONAL ATHLETES 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 (22 degrees C) Wetsuits are forbidden for Professional athletes if the water temperature is ABOVE 68 degrees Fahrenheit (22 degrees C)
Note: Water temperatures can fluctuate day to day. Water temperature will be taken on race morning and a determination as to wetsuit use will be made at that time. BRING YOUR WETSUIT!! VolunteersOur 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 National Championship Series. Conrad Stoltz and Jamie Whitmore Win XTERRA USA Championship
Just yesterday this rustic mountain town was freezing, covered in snow, and the bike course high in the Sierra Nevada range looked like it was comfortably in the middle of winter. In sharp contrast, after the 9am swim start this morning in the 58-degree crystal clear and calm waters fronting the Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe, a sunny 70-degree day smiled on the competition. For Stoltz and Whitmore, the warm weather brought a dose of redemption as both reclaimed the XTERRA titles that slipped away from them a year ago. Last season Stoltz (who won this race in 2001, ’02 and ’03) broke his back and wrist pre-riding while Whitmore (who won four straight from 2002-05) suffered through a series of flats that left her out of the title chase. This year both Stoltz and Whitmore finished with perfect 400-point scores in the five-stop XTERRA U.S. Pro Series and thus earned $19,000 for their efforts today ($14,000 for winning the Series and $5,000 for winning the race).
Whitmore echoed that sentiment… “Last year’s struggles here and in Maui were probably the best thing for me because I was able to refocus, recommit, and find that drive that I think I had lost.” READ FULL REPORT
------ MEN ------ 15 - 19 20 - 24 25 - 29 30 - 34 35 39 40 - 44 45 - 49 50 - 54 55 - 59 60 -64 Challenged
------ Women ------ 15 - 19 20 - 24 25 - 29 30 - 34 35 - 39 40 - 44 45 - 49 50 - 54 55 - 59 XTERRA Nevada
Date: October 04, 2008 Venue: Incline Village - Lake Tahoe, NV Registration available on-site Friday, Oct 3 from 1-6pm at the Village Green XTERRA Collegiate National Championship
750m swim in Lake Tahoe – 32k Mountain Bike on the Flume – 5k Forest Trail Run New for this year is the college category. Any collegian with a current photo ID can race for their school as an individual and get a break on Championship distance registration fees, and whenever there are three athletes from two or more schools entered they’ll race against each other for school pride in the college team division. There are no age groups in the college division – just male and female. Fee: $75 with current photo ID Registration available on-site Friday, Oct 3 from 1-6pm XTERRA Nevada 5k/10k Trail RunsDate: October 4, 2008 - 10am
Venue: Incline Village - Lake Tahoe, NV
Forget boring old road runs that conquer miles of concrete! This is a mud-in-your-eye, rugged, ankle-twisting, log-hopping adventure through the trails surround the Hyatt Regency on the north shore of Lake Tahoe! You won't want to miss it. XTERRA University
Join in the XTERRA University for training and fun with XTERRA's leading professional athletes. The sessions are aimed at improving your swimming, mountain biking, trail running, transition, and other XTERRA racing skills. It is part lecture, part question and answer and a great way to get expert advice about venue-specific challenges you'll face on the Tahoe course. Presented by Paul Mitchell, the clinics are FREE and are held at the Village Green on the grounds of the Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe. Breeder's Choice XTERRA K9 Challenge
Made for Fun obstacle course time trials for dogs and their owners A 20-yard sprint, a speed-crawl through a tunnel, a bounding leap over a 2-foot-high block, a hairpin turn into a set of mixed sized step-overs, another cutting turn to a teeter-totter, up, over, one last jump, then a 15-yard sprint to the finish. No, it’s not the latest version of American Gladiator or a behemoth football player tackling the agility drill at the NFL Combine, this is the brand new Breeder’s Choice XTERRA K9 Challenge - a timed race with owner-dog teams competing against the clock on a combined trail run and obstacle course. Completing the challenge will take anywhere from 20 seconds to one minute, and it’s not limited to highly trained or specialized dogs so all are welcome to participate in this “made for fun” event. Registration available on-site Saturday at 10am at the Village Green Limited to the first 75 entrants. Proceeds benefit the Petco Foundation. XTERRA Kids ZoneOn your mark, get set, gooooo kids! Getting involved in the healthy, active, outdoors lifestyle has never been more fun. For the youngsters 12 years and under, the XTERRA Kids Zone offers up running and bicycle races as well as obstacle courses and agility drills. Every kid who participates wins a prize, and these events are super fun and totally free! Paul Mitchell Cut-a-ThonRacing makes you feel good - Paul Mitchell makes you look good! Make a donation to charity and get a professional cut on the spot. No appointment necessary, just come on down! Village Green, Incline Village, NV Friday, October 3: Saturday, October 4: XTERRA Tahoe Training TipsBefore the XTERRA Mountain Championship race in Utah last year we gathered four of the sport’s leading pro athletes – Conrad Stoltz, Melanie McQuaid, Josiah Middaugh, and Jamie Whitmore - and asked them a series of training, racing, nutrition, and technical questions specific to the USA Championship race in Nevada. Their collective advice is insightful, colorful, and sometimes hilarious and we’ve spliced them all together in a series of six short videos broken down by topic that you can view on XTERRA.TV or XTERRA’s YouTube channel. Click here for our XTERRA.TV on demand video or watch them on the XTERRA YouTube Channel. Important Event InformationAccess to Lake Tahoe is restricted to Hyatt property only. Competitors and spectators must not use Ski Beach or any other access point at any time. New Swim Transition Route - Exit the swim and run through Hyatt property, behind the cottages to Lakeshore Blvd. Run the side walk to Ski Beach and cross the road into Village Green and transition. Wetsuits
Book your trip to the XTERRA USA Championship with XTERRA Travel and tap in to the best online travel engine on the planet. XTERRA Travel searches for flights, package deals, rental cars and more. Now XTERRAPlanet is your one-stop site for all your Championship racing needs. Search XTERRA Travel right now and save on your next trip. Host Hotel
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe
We have partnered with the Tahoe Biltmore Hotel this year to offer XTERRA athletes discounted rates. Competitor room daily rates are $59 for hotel rooms, $54 for their cottages and $49 for their motel. To make your reservations call 800-Biltmore or 775-833-6730 and ask for the XTERRA competitor rate. Or visit their website www.tahoebiltmore.com for online reservations.
Goldfish Properties is offering 10% off all condominium and house rentals to family, friends and competitors from September 23rd to October 1st . You must mention the XTERRA race to receive this discount. www.goldfishproperties.com or call 800 948-7311
Helpful websites for more lodging North end of Lake Tahoe - Search the web sites below for alternative lodging in King's Beach (five miles from the venue), Incline Village, Truckee, CA (15 minute drive) and Crystal Bay. Bike ServiceAthletes competing in the USA Championship and XTERRA Nevada races can ship their bikes to The Village Ski Loft in Incline Village. There is no charge to hold your bike for pickup. The shop provides full-service at an additional charge. Call the Village Ski Loft at 775-831-3537 to make arrangements (weekdays 8:30 am - 6pm / 7 pm Friday and Saturday) Driving DirectionsFrom Reno airport (35 miles / :45 drive time) Shuttle ServiceNorth Lake Tahoe Express Shuttle Book online at http://www.northlaketahoeexpress.com If buying a ticket less than 24 hours in advance, please call 866 216 5222 - 7am - 11pm seven days/week./ Sample rates: Schedule: Race Coverage From Lake TahoeUpdate #9 THE WOMEN WINNERS ARE IN!!! Jamie Whitmore came on strong this year and battled all morning against the native New Zealander Jennifer Smith in what can be called nothing less than a "classic" XTERRA race. The two switched leads on the mountain bike climb, then back again on the downhill and throughout the run it was up in the air until the last stretch when Whitmore turned on everything she had to take the win. Whitmore finished in a time 2:59:18 and just behind every step of the way was Smith with a time of 3:01:26. In third place, and taking home her best XTERRA finish is first year XTERRA racer Dara Marks Marino from Flagstaff, Ariz. with a time of 3:04:47. Last year's first place finisher, Melanie McQuaid finished fifth behind 2002 XTERRA World Champion Candy Angle (4th). Update #8 WE HAVE A WINNER!!! Conrad "The Caveman" Stoltz said he was going to make a comeback and what a race he has had. After holding the top spot this season in the Pro Series and leading the bike and run all morning he has finished the Lake Tahoe course in 2:34:08. "I more thankful than anything," Stoltz expressed as he broke the ribbon. "I'm so lucky and just really, really happy to be here and able to race again." In second place with a time of 2:35:40 is Mike Vine, who made up more than a minute on his second lap of the trail run on the heels of Stoltz. And in third place is Andrew Noble with a time of 2:37:18. Fourth place - Jossiah Middaugh Now onto the ladies... Jamie Whitmore has the lead after the first lap, with Jennifer Smith not far behind and Dara Marks Marino in third. Update #7 Things are heating up in Lake Tahoe as the men start the two-lap 10- kilometer forest trail run through Incline Village and the women near the second transition back in town. Afternoon temperatures are rising quickly, the sun is shining and as always Lake Tahoe is providing a thrilling USA XTERRA Championshisp Out on the trail run it's Conrad Stoltz in first place and finishing up his first lap of the technical course, followed closely behind by: * Mike Vine in second The women have hit the pavement and going into the second transition the lead is up for grabs as Jamie Whitmore and Jennifer Smith battle back and forth for first (with less than 20 seconds between them) and Dara Marks Marino holds onto third. Update #6 As the men finish up the downhill the women aren't far behind. And what a race it is... Up front is our NEW LEADER Jennifer Smith from New Zealand, followed only 15-seconds behind by Jamie Whitmore. The two women are riding nearly side-by-side heading on the downhill. Two minutes behind them Dara Marks Marino and Melanie McQuaid battle for third, with Candy Angle close behind in fifth. And back in Incline Village as the men reach the highway it's "The Caveman - Conrad Stoltz" with a time of 42:52 - a solid three minutes ahead on the pack. Following him Brian Smith, from Colorado has moved into second with a current time of 45:36. Behind Smith, Andrew Noble has dropped back to third place with a time of 46:30 with Josiah Middaugh and Seth Wealing following. Update #5 We're onto the second leg of the mountain bike course - the famous aspen lined route near Marlette Lake. It's a leg-burning climb up Hobart Road to the lookout at nearly 9,000-feet above sea level (the highest point of the Lake Tahoe course). Reports from the top of blue skies, warmer temps and calm winds are making for a perfect ride. All the athletes are looking fresh and geared up as they head into the decent. In the lead at 10:20 a.m. is the "The Caveman" Conrad Stoltz, who's built up a two-minute gap over our new second place rider Mike Vine from Canada, who posted the fastest bike split time here last year. Behind the leaders are: * Andrew Noble in third Update #4 The women have reached the top!! It's Melanie McQuaid, who captured her first Pro Series crown on the same course one year ago and then went on to win in Maui at the World Championships. A close one-minute back is Jamie Whitmore, who finished fifth last year and is currently ranked number one in the 2007 U.S. Pro Series standings. Following the leaders are: * Jennifer Smith from New Zealand Update #3 As the morning continues on, all of the athletes are out of the the water and have hit the bike course - a grueling 32-kilometer, single loop course following one of Lake Tahoe's toughest routes. The first section of the Lake Tahoe course to greet riders is a 1,600-foot climb up sandy Tunnel Creek Road to the famed Flume Trail. Once riders reach the top it's onto a 4.5-mile section of single track known for it's exposed crossings of sheer rock faces and incredible views of the Big Blue. And... Conrad Stoltz is in the lead!! He's fighting hard to win back his title after a horrible crash in practice took him out of the running last year. Nearly two-minutes behind is Andrew Noble, a native Australian who ranked third over all in last year's Pro Series. Behind Noble in third place is Seth Wealing. Stay tuned for updates as the women hit the bike course. Update #2 With blue skies, clear waters and chilling morning temperatures topping 40 degrees more than 400 athletes have entered the water and the race is on in Incline Village Nevada! Leading the swim, and first out of the water this morning was no surprise Bruce Gennari, followed by Seth Weiling - hoping to hold on to his first place title from last year. Course Description - Update #1 Race updates will be posted as they come in from the course. 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INCLINE VILLAGE, NV (September 30, 2007) – Conrad Stoltz from South Africa and Jamie Whitmore from California won the XTERRA USA Championship race and the XTERRA America Tour Pro Series titles with dominating performances on an incredibly crisp and clear day on the North Shore of Lake Tahoe, Nevada this afternoon.
“Today went as smooth as it could have gone on the bike, no hiccups, no accidents, no close calls, no nothing,” said Stoltz, who set a new course record in 2:34:08. “I’m really more thankful than anything else after the big accident I had last year. Some seasons are tough and some are good and I think the tough seasons help you appreciate the good ones because I definitely appreciate this now.”
While only a select few will qualify for the champioship race on Sunday, one-and-all are eligible to compete in the XTERRA Nevada open competition on Saturday. The race is comprised of three disciplines: a 750m swim, 32k mountain bike, and 5k trail run. While the swim and run segments are half-the-distance of the championship course, the mountain bike leg is identical to that of the main event.
All college students are welcome to race for the inaugural XTERRA Collegiate National Championship on Saturday, Oct. 4!
Registration available on-site Friday, Oct 3 from 1-6pm and Saturday from 8:30-9:30am at the Village Green
Benefits Incline Village AYSO.
Presented by Paul Mitchell
Date: Saturday, October 04
Once again, the Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe hosts the XTERRA USA Championship. For reservations, call 1-775-832-1234 ask for the XTERRA USA Championship rate of $205 per night, plus tax.
Tahoe Biltmore
Brightroom is the official event athlete photographer for the XTERRA USA Championship weekend. Competitors can browse and purchase photos online at the Brightroom website.
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