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Your choice of TWO different XTERRA events!


XTERRA MIDWEST CUP
This longer XTERRA championship race is comprised of a 1000M two lap swim, 20 mile mountain bike and a 6 mile trail run. You may race as an individual or on a relay team - start list (as of noon May 11)

XTERRA Sport Race - Triathlon only (Duathlon canceled)
The shorter distance race, called XTERRA Sport is also an awesome event! The course consists of a 500 M one lap swim, a 10 mile mountain bike, and 3 mile trail run - start list (as of noon May 11)

XTERRA Sport Course
AT FORT CUSTER Triathlon
May 17, 2009 - 9:30AM
Ft. Custer State Park,
Augusta, MI

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XTERRA MIDWEST CUP
XTERRA MIDWEST CHAMPIONSHIPS
May 17, 2009  -  8:00 AM
Fort Custer State Park,
Augusta MI

Distances: 

1. XTERRA MIDWEST CUP CHAMPIONSHIP:
Professionals and Amateurs TRIATHLON Only Distance:

  • 1000M swim, two laps
  • 20 mi off road bike, two laps
  • 6 mi trail run, two laps
  • map

XTERRA POINTS will ONLY be awarded to this LONGER DISTANCE event on May 17th.

2. XTERRA SPORT COURSE TRIATHLON:

  • Tri: 500M swim, 10 mile mtb, 3 mile trail run
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Course:

  • SW MI Eye Center Swim Course: clockwise rectangle in Eagle Lake
  • Team Active’s gnarly Bike Course: loop course on rolling trails, using the Red and Blue Trails
  • Battle Creek Visitors Bureau Run Course: a loop on the Green
  • BiCi Bistro Aid Stations: Two aid stations on the run and one in the transition.

Weekend Schedule:

Saturday, May 16:

Preview and Practice Ride Course 9:00 am – 3:00 pm at Fort Custer State Park, Augusta, MI (5163 Fort Custer Dr. Augusta, MI 49012: 12 mi N of Battle Creek)
4:00 – 7:00 pm Packet Pickup at Team Active  (22 W. Michigan Ave, Battle Creek)
6:00 – 7:00 pm XTERRA University, presented by Paul Mitchell at Team Active (22 W. Michigan Ave, Battle Creek)
5:00 – 8:00 pm Pasta Dinner by Bici Bistro, Battle Creek, MI (Team Active 22 W. Michigan Ave, Battle Creek)

Sunday, May 17:

6:15 - 7:30 am Packet Pick Up at Fort Custer State Park Transition area
8:00 am XTERRA Midwest Cup Race Start (1000m swim, 20 mi MTB, 6 mi trail run)
9:30 am XTERRA Sport Start: (500m swim, 10 mi MTB, 3 mi trail run) and Duathlon Race Start (2 mi trail run, 10 mi MTB, 3 mi trail run)
9 am – noon Paul Mitchell Cut-a-thon, a benefit for the Challenged Athletes Foundation
12:30 pm Awards Ceremony
2:00 pm After Party – Arcadia Brewing Company (103 W. Michigan Ave, Battle Creek, MI

Entry Fees:

XTERRA MIDWEST CUP AT FORT CUSTER
Entry Fees Include: XTERRA ITEMS: Chance to become the Midwest Overall or Age Group Champion: Opportunity to win one of the 34 slots awarded for the World Champs in Maui; opportunity to get Higher XTERRA point values toward the XTERRA USA National Championship qualifier, National series merchandise prizes, XTERRA ambassadors, XTERRA gear for purchase, as well as Zorrel race tech shirt, Miscellaneous items: lots of door prizes, goodie bag, great race, immediate post race recovery food and drinks, chip timing, immediate results, and a GREAT post race lunch Prepared by Arcadia Ales of Battle Creek, MI and the best volunteers.

XTERRA MIDWEST CUP
USAT Members
Non-USAT Members
Deadlines
$70
$80
May 3
$80
$90
May 15
Relays - $125

XTERRA SPORT COURSE TRIATHLON/DUATHLON
Entry Fees Include: XTERRA ambassadors, XTERRA gear for purchase, as well as Zorrel race tech shirt, lots of door prizes, goodie bag, great race, immediate post race recovery food and drinks, chip timing, immediate results, and a GREAT post race lunch Prepared by Arcadia Ales of Battle Creek, MI and the best volunteers.

XTERRA LAST STAND
USAT Members
Non-USAT Members
Deadlines
$65
$75
May 3
$75
$85
May 15

USAT Licenses: A current USAT license and PHOTO ID must be shown to pick up your race packet if you have paid the rate for USAT members. Click here to buy an annual USAT Membership

LODGING/HOST HOTEL INFORMATION:

Please click here to book with the official XTERRA Headquarters Hotel or call (269) 978-2418. Discounted rooms have been secured for race participants. Please book early to ensure availability as the headquarters hotel is expected to fill quickly.

Where: Fort Custer State Park: Augusta, MI (near Battle Creek)

NEW FOR 2009! SHIP YOUR BIKE TO TEAM ACTIVE! Team Active, a sponsor of our great XTERRA MIDWEST CUP will accept your bike by shipment, to either assemble them (for a small fee) or just store them for you. Team Active has a 24/7 secure storage area in their business, so your equipment will be completely monitored at all times. Shipping materials can also be left and stored with them, as well as a repack again for a nominal fee.

NEED A WESUIT FOR A RACE: You can rent an XTERRA wetsuit.  more info ...

Park Permits: A State Park permit is needed to enter Ft. Custer. A one-day permit can be purchased Saturday at race registration or Sunday at the park entrance. The one-day permit is $6.00 for residents of Michigan and $8.00 for out of state people. Parking permit info

XTERRA Info: click here

Divisions:

  • Age Group Females and Males: 15-17, 18-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-59, 80+
  • PROFESSIONAL: One must carry an Elite license from USAT or National Federation to compete in Pro division. Pro/Elite division Midwest Cup longer distance only.
  • RELAY DIVISION: Two or Three person teams LONGER DISTANCE EVENT ONLY: Male, Female, Co-Ed or Corporate

Awards: Overall male and female and 3 deep in every division

Drawing Prizes: cool XTERRA gear

Additional Information: Contact Elite Endeavors, Joyce or Jim Donaldson, or 419-829-2398. 

Policies: please click this link and read the policies
Transfer policy: If a transfer is necessary, you MUST contact Elite Endeavors by email at least 72 hours prior to the event. There will be a $15 fee charged for any transfer. Transfer must take place within a year.