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Schedule
- WHERE:
- Buffalo Springs Lake, 5 miles southeast of Lubbock, Texas, East 50th St. (FM RD. 835)
- WHEN:
- June 29, 2008
- TIME:
- 6:30 a.m. (please note that some of the particular details may change)
- WEATHER:
- Semi-Arid (You don't sweat in the shade!) Average High 90.8 degrees; Average Low 64.3 degrees; Average Humidity 20-35%; Average Wind South 10-13 m.p.h. Note: Due to the extreme temperatures experienced in the 1994 race, (a history making 113 degrees F.), Buffalo Springs Lake Triathlon race management has established a policy that we may alter the race based on extreme weather conditions. You will be advised the day before if changes are required.
Register
- Individual 70.3 (limit 1400)
- $195 through 12/31/07
- $225 through 6/27/08
- $260 through June 28
- Teams 70.3
- $205 through 12/31/07
- $230 through 6/27/08
- $275 through June 28
- Individual Aquabike
- $195 through 12/31/07
- $225 through 6/27/08
- $260 through June 28
- Teams Aquabike
- $205 through 12/31/07
- $230 through 6/27/08
- $275 through June 28
Course Description
Complete Course MapElevation Map
Hill Percentage Grades
Detailed Bike Course Map
Detailed Run Map
City of Lubbock Map
- SWIM:
- 1.2 mile open water lake swim. Wave starts (approximately 100 per wave), rectangular course counter clockwise, entry at beach area and exit on cement boat dock area, within 20 yards of the transition area. Swim cutoff time is 75 minutes.
- Note: The water temperature in Buffalo Springs Lake, on the average, is 70-74 degrees (even during the 113 degree day of 1994 the water temperature was never over 74 degrees). It is a spring fed lake so it stays cool; therefore, you should bring your wetsuits. Wetsuits are allowed with 78 degrees or cooler.
- BIKE:
- 56 miles, modified out and back, out of town farm to market roads, limited traffic, flat with 8 challenging hills, ranging from 2.9% - 8.9% grade and a quarter of a mile to 1.2 miles in length. These are good asphalt roads with some shoulders. ANSI approved helmets are required; No drafting allowed.
- RUN:
- 13.1 miles, asphalt, flat with 3 challenging hills, ranging from 6.4% - 7.6%(not the same hills as found on the bike course) grade. The hills are approximately 300 yards to 880 yards in length. Partially shaded, tough, scenic course. No non-participant pacing allowed. Course cut-off time is 8 hours.
- AID STATIONS:
- Aid stations will be available on the bike (hand ups) and on each mile of the run. Stations will be provided at swim entry and exit points. Water, GATORADE, fruit, sponges, ice, gel, etc., will be provided along the course. A medical team will be on hand along with 2 ambulances in the course area.
Slots & Awards
Qualifying Slots
The Buffalo Springs Lake Ironman 70.3 is an official qualifier for the Ford Ironman World Championship in Kona HI, October 2008, and the Ford Ironman World Championship 70.3 in Clearwater FL, November, 2008. Our event will be awarding 28 qualifying slots for the Kona event and 50 qualifying slots for the Clearwater event. Refer to the slot allocation table below to determine the number of slots awarded in each race category.
PROJECTED IRONMAN AND IRONMAN 70.3 SLOT ALLOCATION
| IRONMAN | IRONMAN 70.3 | |||
| Male | Female | Male | Female | |
| Pro | 2 | 2 | ||
| 18-24 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| 25-29 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| 30-34 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| 35-39 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| 40-44 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| 45-49 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| 50-54 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| 55-59 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| 60-64 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| 65-69 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 70-74 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 75+ | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Handcycle | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
SLOT ALLOCATION POLICY
At least one slot shall be allocated to each five-year age group category in which any age group athlete sends in an application, both male and female, per the age group categories listed above. If there are no athletes entered in the race in a particular age group, then that slot will be moved to the largest populated age group in that same gender. For additional age group slots, slot allocation shall be representative of the actual number of age grouper applicants in each category in the race. As an example, if 8% of the age-group applicants are females 40-44, then 8% of these slots would be allocated in the female 40-44 category.
General Awards
Awards will be presented to the top 3 finishers or top 10% in each age group and the top (1) overall male and female finisher, top (1) Pro Elite male and female finisher, and top(1) overall Masters and Grand Masters male and female finisher. Awards for top 3 teams will also be presented, plus special recognition awards. There will be no duplication of awards. Approximate time will be 6 p.m. on Sunday.
- Male & Female Age Groups
- 10 - 11
- 12 - 14
- 15 - 17
- 18 - 24
- 25 - 29
- 30 - 34
- 35 - 39
- 40 - 44
- 45 - 49
- 50 - 54
- 55 - 59
- 60 - 64
- 65 - 69
- 70 - 74
- 75 - 79
- 80+
- Physically Challenged
- Clydesdale/Athena Division:
- The division for full bodied athletes.200lbs+ for men 150lbs+ Women (Not eligible for Ironman Qualifying slots.)
- Relays: Mixed, Male and Female divisions.
Results
Participants
Travel Information
LUBBOCK-PARK PLAZA
3201 South Loop 289
LUBBOCK, TX 79423
Tel: 1-806-797-3241
Fax: 1-806-793-1203
Check-In Time: 3:00 PM
Check-Out Time: 12:00 PM
$82.00 up to 4 people (Ask for Triathlon Rate)
Hotel Towers Lubbock Civic Center
801 Avenue Q
LUBBOCK, TX 79401
Tel: (806) 763-1200
Fax: (806) 763-2656
Check-In Time: 3:00 PM
Check-Out Time: 12:00 PM
$82.00 up to 4 people (Ask for Triathlon Rate)
Buffalo Springs Lake
9999 High Meadow Road
Lubbock, Texas 79404
Phone: (806) 747-3353
Fax: (806) 747-3714
Web: http://www.buffalospringslake.net
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Training
The Playtri camp is held the weekend of the Buffman & Squeaky International distance Triathlon and the Dog House Sprint Triathlon. The camp culminates with the race on sunday.
Ahmed Zaher is a USAT Level II certified coach with 8 years coaching experience. Ahmed’s philosophy is to have fun and train smart. He is a 6 time Hawaii qualifier/finisher and has competed at the Buffalo Springs Lake Ironman 70.3 for 4 times. Ahmed will gladly take the time to discuss a training plan specific to the BSLT course.
Visit www.playtri.com to find out about the Playtri Buffalo Springs Triathlon Camp.
Expo Information
Please contact Mike Greer if you have questions:
Mike Greer
PO Box 93726
Lubbock, Texas 79493
806.535.1224
806.829.2407 Fax
Mikeg82617@aol.com
10 X 10 BOOTH - $450