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HOPE Global Challenge #6
First Tri for Charity
| Welcome to My First Triathlon, a triathlon designed for first timers. NGOs HOPE International and Habitat For Humanity International will hold this fun end-of-summer triathlon that is non-competitive, just for fun, and will benefit poor families around the world. Families can participate together, and participants of all ages and sports abilities are welcome. |
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Purpose:
- HIV/AIDS projects in Ethiopia (HOPE)
- Clean water projects in Cambodia (HOPE)
- Support of poverty housing around the world (Habitat) |
Fund-Raising Target:
Each participant should set 5000 yen as their minimum fundraising target.
All finishers will receive an Official "1st Tri for Charity" certificate upon completion. Prizes will be offered for most donation money raised for the event.
1st prize - a $350 gift voucher for Habitat for Humanity Global Village team trip
2nd prize - a $350 gift voucher for a HOPE International team trip
3rd prize - a NIKE racing shirt and cycling shorts compliments of ZUNOW TUBE and TREK JAPAN
4th prize - a bottle of white wine
You have until THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15TH for a chance to win one of the fantastic prizes for MOST DONATION MONEY
"First Tri for Charity - What You Need To Know"
| Date: |
Sunday, August 21st |
Application
Deadline: |
Wednesday, August 17th (It is extended due to Obon holiday) |
| Place: |
Along the Yada River in Owariasahi City, with the swim in a nearby 50-meter lap pool. |
| Cost: |
2000 yen plus pool entry of 300 yen per adult and 100 yen per child (includes a First Tri for Charity T-shirt, insurance, free water while participating). Contact us for family rates! |
| Ages: |
The majority of athletes are between the ages of 25 and 45 with the youngest being 6 and the oldest being 74. |
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Triathlon Course Schedule:
REGISTRATION OPENS at 6:30am and closes at 7:15am. |
| Easy |
Walk/Run: 2km
(Start: 7:30am) |
Cycle: 5km
(Start: 8:20am) |
Swim: 200m
(Start: 9:20am) |
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Intermediate |
Run: 5km
(Start: 7:20am ) |
Cycle: 10km
(Start: 8:15am) |
Swim: 500m
(Start: 9:15am) |
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Hardcore |
Run: 10km |
Cycle: 20km |
Swim: 1000m |
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Run will begin at 7:00am; cycling & swimming starting time will vary |
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Course Descriptions:
The triathlon is in reverse in order to accomodate the summer heat.
The participants do NOT have exclusive use of the track and the pool. |
| Walk/Run |
Out and back from the transition zone. Along the river to a halfway pylon, then return. |
| Cycle |
Same as above. Loop, out and back, from the transition zone. |
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The transition zone located approximately 800 meters from the swim area. |
| Swim |
Easy swim with water temperature climate controlled at the outdoor pool. The participants in the "Easy" course who feel uncomfortable swimming have the option to use the walking lane in the pool. |
| Time Limit: |
Take your time, stop for a rest if needed. We will be waiting for you at the finish. The event is non-competitive; time will not be kept. |
| Direction: |
 Download MAP to the starting point
- From Sakae by Meitetsu train, appr. 25-30 min to Owariasahi Stn.
Train schedule from Sakae:
Lv Sakae 5:50am, arrive Owariasahi 6:18am.
Lv Sakae 6:05am, arrive Owariasahi 6:33am.
Lv Sakae 6:15am, arrive Owariasahi 6:43am.
Cyclists can bring their bikes on the Meitetsu Line to Owariasahi Stn but are required to 'bag the bike'. The cost of carrying a bagged bag is 270yen. Check out ZUNOW TUBE (052-973-3727) for bike covers! Cycle escort will leave from Owariasahi Station at 6:45am. Please write your request of bike escort on the online application form.
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From Ozone Station by cycle, appr 30 min. Cycle escort will leave Ozone Station at 6:10am. You must indicated on your application if you require this service. If no requests it, the escort will not be there. |
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What to bring (basic): |
| Walk/Run |
Running shoes and sunscreen |
| Bike |
Make sure your bike has a bell and water bottle rack attached. Also ENSURE YOU HAVE A HELMET, OTHERWISE YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO PARTICIPATE. |
| Swimming |
Swimsuit and goggles. Caps not required.
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| Other |
Water will be provided by our sponsor SHOOTERS SPORTS BAR AND GRILL. ZUNOW TUBE RACING AND TOURING SPECIALTY SHOP has offered to give each participant a free Powerbar. Please be sure to have plenty of liquids and light, quick snacks! (e.g. fruit; granola bars; chocolate) |
| FAQ |
Download FAQ |
| Contact: |
Please email (English) Donna at habitatdonna@yahoo.ca or (Japanese) Kazuya at kazuyau@hope-international.jp |
This event will take place rain or shine! We look forward to seeing everyone, from first time participants to experienced triathletes. Come on and give it a tri!
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The First Tri For Charity is sponsored by SHOOTERS SPORTS BAR AND GRILL www.shooters-nagoya.com |
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| It is supported by ZUNOW TUBE RACING AND TOURING SPECIALTY SHOP (in Nagoya between Hisaya Odori Stn - Takaoka Stn on the Sakuradori subway line; call 052-973-3727). |
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