Daytona Frogman Triathlon

The Daytona Frogman will be held on March 21, 2010. 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. March ocean temps can vary from year to year but are generally in the 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 3 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.

THE CAUSE

100% of the net proceeds is being donated to the NAVAL SPECIAL WARFARE FOUNDATION which supports the men and their families of NAVAL SPECIAL WARFARE.

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 March 20, 2010, 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 all 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-Cervelo, Cannondale, Orbea
SPIKES ATHLETIC FOOTWEAR-Asics, Zoot, Saucony, Pearl Izumi, Brooks
AsMASTER CHAMOIS CREME
PROFILE DESIGN-Wetsuits, bike components and accessories
GU
FUEL BELT
SHIMANO
REYNOLDS
SERFAS
Fizik
BELL
GIRO
EASTON
MAVIC
Xtenex laces
ReMAX Realty
CrossFit
Kinesio tape....more to come.

DELTA AIRLINES-two 1st class, round trip tickets, valid through March 31, 2011, to anywhere that Delta Airlines services in the continental U.S. will be awarded in a special drawing following the race. A special donation category will be offered during the expo to be eligible for these tickets that are worth up to $3900.00 for the pair. The winner will receive both tickets. All of these special donations will go to the Naval Special Warfare Foundation.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

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. Cyclists will exit the park onto SR AIA, travel along the public streets of Daytona Beach Shores and adjacent cities, returning to the park. 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 MAPS

DIRECTIONS

Frank Rendon Park is located on SR AIA (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 AIA, then turn left.

HOST CITY

The city of Daytona Beach Shores, FL has been hosting Tigershark sprint triathlons for the past two 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

ACCOMODATIONS

Click on this provided link, FROGMAN ROOMto make your room reservations at the host hotel. Use the group code word 'TIGERSHARK' and receive a reduced rate specific for the Frogman Triathlon. MAKE YOUR ROOM RESERVATIONS EARLY. March 2, 2010 will be the final day to be gauranteed the special rate for room reservations. Any reservations made after March 2, 2010 are subject to an increased rate based on availability.

Additional lodging is available approximately 1/2 mile north of the race site at the Emerald Shores Hotel. Click on this provided link, EMERALD SHORES to make your room reservations and use the group code word 'FREEDOM' to receive a reduced rate specific for the Frogman Triathlon.

REGISTRATION

The online registration link opened 12-02-09. Entry fee is $100.00 for individuals and $150.00 for relay teams. On 02-01-10, the 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. Registration link "FROGMAN" at top of page.

EVENT STAFF

Rob Wallace - USAT Race Director
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
Sandy Bailey-Volunteer coordinator
Steve Bodnaruk-Expo coordinator
John Boyle-Alta Vista Sports, timing and transition
Katie Rieber-Marketing and advertising
Heidi Fleming-Marketing and advertising
Nelson Greene-Marketing
Caren Whitson-Graphic design
Tracy Bodnaruk-Tri expo coordinator
Shannon FitzPatrick-Master of Ceremonies
Paul Finn-Transition coordinator

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. Please contact our volunteer coordinator SANDY BAILEY via email VOLUNTEERS to get onto the volunteer list.

BATTLE FOR THE BEACH-March 20, 2010

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 2010 is looking for teams of six to take the challenge.

FROGMAN INFO

RACE WEEKEND SCHEDULE:

     March 20, 2010     10 a.m.-6 p.m.    Shores Spa & Resort
                                      Athlete check in
                                      Race Expo-inside host hotel
                                      Navy static display-host hotel parking lot

                 3:30pm       Rear Admiral Tom Richards, SEAL (retired) opening remarks
                 3:45pm       U.S. Navy SEAL's parachute team, THE LEAPFROGS arrive
                 4:00pm       4th annual BATTLE FOR THE BEACH competition begins
                                   on the beach in front of host hotel.

MMarch 21, 2010     Frank Rendon Park
                  5:00am    Transition opens and body marking begins
                  6:45am    Transition area closes
                  7:00am    Opening ceremony- The LEAPFROGS 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 02-01-10 increases to $120.00 ind. and $175.00 relay
Registration is on-line only.
Registration closes 11:59 p.m. on March 18, 2010.
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.
Two Delta Airlines, 1st class, round trip tickets to anywhere in the continental United States serviced by Delta Airlines, will be awarded to one lucky winner in a special drawing after the race. Learn how to win these tickets that are valued at up to $3900.00 while visiting the Florida Tri Expo during packet pick up.

CARE TO INVEST IN YOUR FREEDOM?

The Daytona Frogman Triathlon will be held on March 20-21, 2010 in Daytona Beach Shores Florida. The Frogman has been created as a fundraising event for the Naval Special Warfare Foundation with 100% of the net proceeds being donated to the Foundation.

Then become a "PLANK OWNER" of the triathlon that will become the premier race for the NAVAL SPECIAL WARFARE.

THE EVENT