The Norway Triathlon promises to be an exciting and fun sprint triathlon on and around beautiful Lake Pennesseewassee (Norway Lake) in the Oxford Hills region of western Maine. The purpose of the triathlon is to promote healthy active lifestyles, to conserve local natural resources and to help the local businesses and economy. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Western Foothills Land Trust and its mission to conserve and preserve the natural ecosystem, watershed, farm and forest land, and scenic landscapes in western Maine.
Swim
A .62 mile lake swim, with wave starts of 30 to 50 per wave. You will be placed into the appropriate wave based on stated ability and experience. The course is a triangle of equal legs around two offshore markers with a return to the start area for the bike transition. Boats with certified life guards and medical professionals will be on the swim course for assistance. Wetsuits are permissible.
Bike
An 8.9 mile loop course with rolling and flat terrain and lake views on low traffic country roads. There will be an aid station at the midpoint along the route, as well as lead and sweep vehicles. Athletes should have water onboard. Maintenance will be the responsibility of the rider.
Run
A 3.1 mile rolling and flat road course on quiet neighborhood streets with beautiful lake views. There will be an aid station at the race mid point.
Relays
Relays are required to tag off at their designated bike rack spot only. The cyclist cannot remove the bike from the rack before being tagged by the swimmer. The cyclist cannot tag the runner before re-racking the bike. The overall time for a relay will be the aggregate of times for each of the members.
Results
Timing will be performed by All Sports Events and results will be on their web site (www.allsportsevents.com) a few days after the event. Each leg of the triathlon will be timed. Top finisher times will be announced on the day of the event as awards are given.
Awards
- Top 3 male/female individual overall
- Top 3 male/female/coed relay
- Top 3 in each age category (19 and under and every 5 years.)
USAT Sanctioning
The 2008 Norway Tri is sanctioned by USA Triathlon (USAT). If a participant is not a member of USA triathlon, you will need to purchase a $10 one-day membership when you register.
Post Race
There will be an awards ceremony, music, raffle, and plenty of food and drinks available to athletes. It will be a fun, festive atmosphere for the family so stay around and hang out with your fellow triathletes.
Inclement Weather
The Norway Tri will not be cancelled for any reason other than severe conditions that pose a danger to athletes or volunteers. Race management reserves the right to alter the course in whatever way they deem is in the best interest of athletes and volunteers. This includes but is not limited to, shortening or changing the course, removing one of the sports, postponing the start, etc. There are no refunds in case of weather-caused changes or cancellations. If cancelled the Norway Tri will not be rescheduled.
