April 16-17, 2011
The 2nd annual Daytona Frogman Triathlon will be held April 16-17, 2011 in Daytona Beach Shores, Fla. The Frogman was created as a fundraising event for the Naval Special Warfare Foundation, with 100% of the proceeds being donated to the Foundation.
The second annual Daytona Frogman will be held on April 17, 2011. It is a USAT-sanctioned olympic distance triathlon, consisting of a 1500 meter ocean swim, 40K bike and a 10K run. In addition to the standard USAT age group categories, there will be categories for military and challenged athletes. There will not be an elite division or prize money.
Atlantic ocean swims can be demanding, be prepared for the challenge. Wetsuits will be legal unless there is an unusual change in ocean temperature for that time of year. April ocean temps can vary from year to year but are generally in the mid to upper 60's. The swim course will be well staffed with EMT/lifeguards from the Volusia County Beach Patrol, on paddleboards, personal water craft and in boats.
In the event that ocean conditions become unsafe, the decision to cancel the swim for safety reasons will be a joint decision between the race director and the swim course coordinator. The swim will be started in waves on three minute intervals. USAT officials will be on the course insuring a fair race for all. Please adhere to all USAT rules, as they will be enforced.
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THE CAUSE
100% of the proceeds will be donated to the NAVAL SPECIAL WARFARE FOUNDATION which supports the men and their families of NAVAL SPECIAL WARFARE, SEAL and SWCC communities.
THE FOUNDATION
The NAVAL SPECIAL WARFARE FOUNDATION was founded in 2000 by former members of NSW. Their mission is to provide educational and motivational support for the NAVAL SPECIAL WARFARE (NSW) community, promote health and welfare, and perpetuate the history and heritage of the U.S. NAVAL COMMANDOS. For more details, visit www.nswfoundation.org.
EXPO
On April 16, 2011, PLAN B CYCLING is hosting an all day expo inside the host hotel. Triathlon equipment vendors and representatives will be on hand to display and explain the latest products available to everyone. In addition, the NSW FOUNDATION will be on hand to make presentations and answer questions. Race check in and packet pickup will take place during the expo.
Visit: Florida Tri Expo for complete details.
Participating vendors and products displayed:
PLAN B CYCLING - Colnago, Cervelo, Quintana Roo, Cannondale, BMC
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Fuel Belt
Shimano
Serfas
Fizik
Bell
Giro
Easton
Mavic
PROFILE DESIGN-Wetsuits, bike components and accessories
SPIKES ATHLETIC FOOTWEAR - Asics, Zoot, Saucony, Pearl Izumi, Brooks
AsMASTER CHAMOIS CREME - Samples
LOUIS GARNEAU - Changing Rooms Available
ReMAX Realty
PALMER CHIROPRACTIC
MOE'S
DAYTONA BEACH TRACK CLUB
EAST ORMOND BEACH CROSSFIT
FORGED
SALTY DOG SURF SHOP
BEST TRI GEAR by DIG ME
SPANISH RIVER GRILL - Wine Tasting
JEFF GALLOWAY TRAINING
ROAD ID
HOLLAND FINANCIAL
...more to come.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
SWIM: The 1500 meter ocean swim will be a point to point, finishing in front of the transition area. Athletes will exit the water and run about 300' across the beach and up a wooden ramp into the transition area. The transition area will be located in the parking lot of the Frank Rendon Park.
BIKE: Cyclists will exit the park onto SR AIA, travel along the public streets of Daytona Beach Shores and adjacent cities, returning to the park.
RUN: Runners will exit the park onto SR AIA for the 10K run on an out-and-back course. Water stations will be located at each mile on the run course.
COURSE MAP
Coming Soon!
DIRECTIONS
Frank Rendon Park is located on SR A1A (2705 S. Atlantic Ave.), two miles north of the Dunlawton beach approach. If you are travelling on I-95, take exit #256, and go east on Dunlawton to SR A1A, then turn left.
HOST CITY
The city of Daytona Beach Shores has hosted Tigershark sprint triathlons for the past three years. The city provides a safe and friendly environment for athletic competition and has welcomed the sport of triathlon since the idea was presented.
HOST HOTEL
The Shores Resort & Spa - located right next to the race site! Go online or call 866.934.7467 to make reservations by phone, and mention promotion code: TIGESH
ACCOMODATIONS
Room information will be available when event registration is opened.
REGISTRATION
The online registration link is forthcoming. Entry fee is $100.00 for individuals and $150.00 for relay teams. Late entry fees will increase to $120.00 for individuals and $175.00 for relay teams. Your entry fee is a donation to the NSW Foundation and is not refundable. There will NOT be race day registration or mail in, only online.
EVENT STAFF
Rob Wallace - USAT Race Director
Heidi Fleming-Event Manager
Norm Olson, USN, Capt. (SEAL) Retired-NSW Foundation liasion
Mike Getka, USN (SEAL) Retired-Navy SpecWar liasion
Tom McGibeny-Swim course coordinator
Joe Miller-Bike course coordinator
Conrad Cancelmi-Run course coordinator
Paul Finn-Transition coordinator
Lani Faulkner-Volunteer coordinator
John Boyle-Alta Vista Sports, timing and transition
Caren Whitson-Graphic design
Tracy Bodnaruk-Tri expo coordinator
Shannon FitzPatrick-Master of Ceremonies
VOLUNTEERS
Volunteers are the backbone of every successful triathlon. The DAYTONA FROGMAN will rely heavily on a large volunteer base insuring a greater level of donation to the NAVAL SPECIAL WARFARE FOUNDATION. Contact Tigershark Events if interested in being a volunteer.
CONTACT US
Click here to contact us for more information about the Daytona Frogman Triathlon
BATTLE FOR THE BEACH-April 16, 2011
Tigershark Events, and the Naval Special Warfare Recruiting district in Jacksonville, created this event in 2007. The orginal event was an intense competition between Volusia County Beach Patrol lifeguards and Navy SpecWar candidates. The event has evolved into a yearly battle that has grown into numerous teams from college ROTC programs, rugby and consists of a 1/2 mile ocean swim, 1000 pushups, 1000 situps, soft sand low crawl relay and finishes with 500 pull ups.
The teams of six must complete all events as a team. The push up, sit up and pull up totals are a cumulative effort of all six people. Since this is a head-to-head competition, teams must be physically prepared to accomplish their goal. Do you have what it takes? BATTLE FOR THE BEACH 2011 is looking for teams of six to take the challenge.
RACE WEEKEND SCHEDULE:
April 16, 2011
10 a.m.-4 p.m. - Athlete check-in & race expo in at Shores Spa & Resort plus Navy static display-host hotel parking lot
3:30pm - Rear Admiral Tom Richards, SEAL (retired) opening remarks
4:00pm - Fifth annual BATTLE FOR THE BEACH competition begins on the beach in front of host hotel.
April 17, 2011
5:00am - Transition opens and body marking begins at Frank Rendon Park
6:45am - Transition area closes
7:00am - Opening ceremony and national anthem.
7:05am - First swim wave starts
11:00am - Awards ceremony begins at host hotel... appreciation remarks to be given by NSWF representative prior to awards.
RACE DETAILS:
• COST: $100.00-individual; $150.00-relay team
• **on 03-01-11 increases to $120.00 ind. and $175.00 relay
• Registration is on-line only.
• NO refunds since all fees go to charity.
• USAT Membership required; can be purchased at athlete check-in. (photo ID required)
• Athlete must pick up their own packet with ID.
• 1500 meter swim is in the ocean; wetsuit legal per USAT rules.
• (provided swim cap must be worn; course well staffed with ocean lifeguards)
• 40k bike is along controlled city roads; traffic may be present.
• 10k run is an out and back along SR AIA.
• Water station each mile on the run and at bike turn around.
• All USAT rules apply and will be enforced.
• Any changes in registration must be done at check-in.
• NO race day check-in.
• Police on duty all night at transition area for equipment safety.
• Medical personnel on site to include massage and an A.R.T. team.