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Bali International Triathlon

The second annual Bali International Triathlon will take place on June 29, 2008 at the Four Seasons Resort at Jimbaran Bay. This Olympic distance event, the only triathlon ever to be held in Bali, is a unique destination race combining a luxurious race setting with a challenging course. Be among the first to complete a race sure to grow in popularity and athlete participation.

Each participating athlete will be provided with the following:

* High Quality Race T-shirt
* Competitor Swim Cap
* Finisher’s medal uniquely designed by world famous jeweler, John Hardy
* Ticket to pre-race dinner event hosted by Four Seasons Jimbaran Bay
* Access to post race awards party and follow up lunch on the beach with local musicians
* Opportunity to participate in discounted tours and watersports activities throughout Bali
* Discounted hotel rates for athletes and their families

Four Seasons has generously offered a 7 day, 6 night package in a One Bedroom Villa at its Jimbaran Bay resort to the first athlete to finish the race. The top three athletes in each competing division will receive awards

Overview
The course includes a 1.5 kilometer swim in the warm waters of Jimbaran Bay, a 40 kilometer bike ride on hilly paved roads and a 10 kilometer mostly flat run with a beach finish at the Four Seasons Resort Jimbaran Bay.

Triathlon Entry Fees:
$125 US for non Indonesian residents
$75 US for Indonesian residents (must provide proof of residency)
$275 US for Relay Division (teams of 3)
$225 US for Relay Division (teams of 3) - Indonesian residents (must provide proof of residency)

5k Run Entry Fees:
$21 US (approximately 200,000 Rp)

Male/Female Divisions
Division are based on your age on December 31, 2008
16 - 19
20 - 24
25 - 29
30 - 34
35 - 39
40 - 44
45 - 49
50 - 54
55 - 59
60 - 64
65 - 69
70+
There is also the relay division!

Swim
The course in Jimbaran Bay will be clearly marked by buoys and water safety will be provided by the lifeguards from Kuta Beach.

** Wetsuits are not allowed as the race will follow federation rules prohibiting wetsuits in waters over 20 degrees Centigrade.

** All athletes must wear their assigned swim cap on race day.

Bike
The bike course begins from T1 at the edge of Jimbaran Bay and continues through the Nusa Dua area of Bali. The course will extend through the hills above Nusa Dua and loop back to T1 at Jimbaran.

** Although motor vehicle traffic will be closed in one lane of each roadway, riders are encouraged to keep an eye out for motorists and pedestrians and ride to the right of the road.

** Drafting is not permitted and course marshals will enforce the rule.

** Two small speed bumps in Nusa Dua must be negotiated and riders will be asked to slow in this area.

** One aid station will be provided near the turn around point of the bike course.

** Bike mechanics will be available on race day to assist racers with mechanical issues.

** While there are no road bike/tri bike rentals on the island, there are mountain bike rentals available.

Run
The run course is on flat paved roads through Jimbaran Village. Depending upon race day tides, the final 100-400 meters of the course will be a sand finish on Jimbaran Beach.

** Although motor vehicle traffic will be closed in one lane of the roadway, runners are encouraged to keep an eye out for motorists and pedestrians.

** Aid stations will be set up at 3 kilometer intervals along the run course.

Race Week Schedule
Thursday, June 26, 2008
Athletes arrive and enjoy island activities at their leisure.

Friday, June 27, 2008
8:00 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Guided Bike Course Tour
Please bring water, gels, change of clothes (if needed)

10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Balinese Bike Blessing

11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Bike mechanic service available

2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Optional Group Swim

5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Athlete Reception at Bali Triathlon Headquarters at the Four Seasons
Cocktails and light hors d’oeuvres.

Saturday, June 28, 2008
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Optional Group Run/Jog

11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Event Expo And Packet Pick-up

11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Bike mechanic service available

4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Mandatory Race Briefing at Coconut Grove (next to Four Seasons)

5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Pre-Race Event Dinner at PJ's Beach Restaurant (at the Four Seasons)
Food Tickets for family/friends will for sale - $15 US

Sunday, June 29, 2008
7:00 a.m.
Olympic Distance First Wave Start

8:00 a.m.
5k Fun Run Start

10:00 a.m.
Awards

9:00 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Post Event Social hosted by Four Seasons

5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Informal Athlete Send Off at Bali Triathlon Headquarters at Four Seasons
Cocktails and light hors d’oeuvres