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.
2010 Cayuga Lake Triathlon Options:
INTERMEDIATE:
1.5K swim, 24.3 mile bike, 10K run
Starts at 8:00 AM (Capped at 333 individuals, 18 relay
teams)
Individuals must be 15 or older; Relay Teams members
must be 13 or older
SPRINT:
750 meter swim, 14 mile bike, 5K run
Starts at 9:00 AM (Capped at 333 individuals, 36 relay
teams)
Individuals must be 12 or older; Relay Teams members
must be 10 or older
YOUTH:
200 meter swim, 9 mile bike, 1.5 mile run
Starts at 10:30 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
Short distance race.
Note:
We have enough space in our transition area for 738 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 race. |
We will be hosting Stage 6 of the Northeast
Junior Triathlon Development Series again at this year's CLT.
Please feel free to contact Jane
Miller,
our race director, if you have any questions about the triathlon.
Good luck training and we’ll see you in
August 2010! |
