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(As overheard last year during the race)
"Mom, thank you so much for signing us up for the Hopkins Royal Tri!"
"Oh, you're welcome, dear. I even signed us up to volunteer too!"
We are just over two weeks away, and we are busy preparing for to make this as great of an experience as possible for you and ultimately, get you to the finish line. We will also post these email blast messages on our website, in case you need to find them again OR they're not reaching you for any reason.
Here's what's important now: (READ IT ALL PLEASE!)
PARTICIPANT LIST: Here is a list of everyone that is registered, including:
- the event you signed up for,
- your bib number (which is generally the order you will enter the water)
- what you requested your bib name say.
Note: Anyone that registered in the last several weeks or left it blank was auto filled to say "triathlete".
SWITCHING EVENTS: If you would like to switch events, like say from the Sprint to the mini-Sprint because the closest body of water you came in contact with was a bathtub or a kiddie pool, just EMAIL ME and I can make the switch. Conversely, if you signed up as a mini-Sprint, but now think you actually do want to do the full Sprint tri, email me and let me know. You do you!
SWIM ANGELS: If you would like to request a Swim Angel (an experienced swimmer NOT also doing the triathlon that will stay by your side in the lake to keep you calm and on course) EMAIL ME. We should have some extra ones on hand on race morning too.
VOLUNTEERS: We can use a few more volunteers to help fill in some spots that our volunteer groups don't cover. If you know of someone that might be interested, have them SIGN UP HERE.
CLYDESDALE/ATHENA CATEGORY: Anyone (doing the Sprint distance) interested in competing as a "Clydesdale" or "Athena" (instead of as an age grouper), SIGN UP HERE and I will add you to the list. Remember, Clydesdales and Athena are our larger triathletes...like me!
Here are some important dates for you to know about:
OPEN WATER SWIM PRACTICE: If you would like to try some lake swimming ahead of the triathlon, consider joining us on Thursdays (Aug. 20 & 27 and Sep. 3) at Camp Gunther (3628 Hickory Rd) on Lake Minnewashta in Chanhassen. Steve and Helen Gunther (two of our amazing volunteers) open up their backyard for swimming from 5:30-7:30 p.m. each week. Swimmers of all abilities welcome.
Click HERE for more info on their Facebook page.
Saturday(s), August 22 and 29-Bike/Run Course Preview (9 a.m.) (@Shady Oak Beach) Come do a practice ride/run on the courses, as they will be marked. Meet in the beach parking lot around 9 a.m. and head out with the group or on your own.
Wednesday, August 26-Virtual Q&A (8:00 PM Central time)
-Want to get the latest info on the race, or simply ask some questions? Join us for a virtual Question & Answer session, from the convenience of your own personal device. Use this LINK FOR THE MEETING (starting at 7:50 p.m.)
Sunday, August 30-Early Packet Pickup #1 (3-5 PM @Tonka Cycle)
-Come stop out early in the week to pick up your race bib, body tattoos, etc. Those that do are entered into a free drawing for a gift card to Tonka Cycle.
Wednesday, September 2-Early Packet Pickup #2 (5-7 PM @Performance Hub)
-Come stop out early in the week to pick up your race bib, body tattoos, etc. Those that do are entered into a free drawing for a gift card to LTD Brewing.
Friday, September 4-Early Packet Pickup #3 (5-7 PM @Shady Oak Beach)
-Come check out the race day layout the night before and ask any last-minute questions.
Saturday, September 5-RACE DAY! (@Shady Oak Beach)
-The transition area opens at 6:45 a.m.; the race starts at 8:15 a.m.
(Don't be late, BUT don't be too early either!)
Here are a couple of items to note/remember:
- Weather reports change. We will adjust as needed. Realize that due to logistical issues with permits, volunteers, etc. we cannot move the schedule up, so please refrain from asking.
- Registration order determines race order (i.e. the earlier you registered, the earlier you enter the water; the later you registered, the later you enter the water. Your race bib number will let you know the order.)
- Mini-sprint registrants chooses their distances on race day. No need to tell us. You just decide right then and there as you're doing the triathlon. Since there are 9 different option for mini-Sprint athletes to pick from, and we have no idea what you picked, there are no place awards, like for the Sprint race. However, we will have fun mini-themed prizes for mini-Sprint athletes afterwards.
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