Dick Tomlin's "Spirit of Triathlon" was created for the following purposes:

  1. To form and develop a new juniors program throughout Arizona for both the elite and beginners.
  2. To grant the wish for the Tomlin family by creating these junior programs.
  3. To allow the opportunity for the community of Kingman to get involved with something that was so dear to Dick: Triathlons. They can race, volunteer or cheer.  Participation in the Dick Tomlin Spirit of Triathlon has had a healing effect on community, family and friends. 
  4. For all the fellow triathletes who either knew Dick or knew of him, or anyone interested in the sport, this is a perfect opportunity to challenge yourself and get involved.  This is a fun event that epitomizes the true spirit of the sport.

Newspaper Coverage of the Event
      
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Brief description of the events:

Friday, November 6
6:30 p.m.  - Tomlin Dash - 1 mile run for elementary school-aged youth.  Starts at Downtown Elks Building.  Registration and parental permission slip required.  Free, finisher bracelet.

7:00 p.m. - 5K - Starts at Downtown Elks Building.  $20 before November 1, after $25.  Awards at Elks Building following the run.  Special categories:  1st Veteran, 1st Retired Person, 1st Baby Stroller (with child), 1st Teacher (current or retired), 1st 5K.

 

Triathlon Clinic 101 for athletes of all ages
Friday, November 6th      6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
Historic  Downtown Elks Building, Oak and 4th Streets.

Clinic is free.  Please register by sending an email to::

Saturday Nov. 7th Kids Triathlons from ages 5 and up.

Kids Ages 5 & 6
Swim 50 yards, Bike 1.2 miles, Run 400 yards

Kids Ages 7- 9
Swim 100 yards, Bike 3.6 Miles, Run 800 Yards

Kids Ages 10-12
Swim 200 yards, Bike 6 miles, Run 1 Mile

Kids 13 and Over
will participate in the sprint triathlon

  • Kids Triathlon at 9:00 a.m.
  • 5 Kilometer Run, and Sprint triathlon at 10:30 a.m. or when final child is finished with swim.
            Swim:  400 meters  (heated pool)  Rest between laps is allowed.
        Bike:   12 Miles
        Run:    5K or 3.1 Miles

Packet Pickup:
Packet pick-up begins at 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm Friday evening. Old Elks Lodge, Old Town/Downtown Kingman.  S.W. corner Oak and 4th St (click here for map to packet pickup)

Registration:

**Friday, November 6 -  5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.  Old Elks, Downtown Kingman

5K registration until 6:00 p.m.

+LAST OPPORTUNITY TO REGISTER FOR THE SPRINT TRIATHLON+

**Saturday, November 7 – Downtown Pool, 324 Gold Street

Kids’ tri - packet pick-up and registration: 7:30 to 8:30 a.m.

Sprint Triathlon – PACKET PICK-UP ONLY!!  7:30 to 10:00 a.m.

USA Triathlon, the governing body of the sport of triathlon, instituted a new age group rule in 2005.  Your race age is your age on December 31, 2009.  Therefore, if you age up into a new age group during the calendar year, you race in that new age group for the entire 2009 season.  For example, Harry is 34 years old on the day of the Tempe International Triathlon on May 18, 2009.  His birthday is July 15, 2009 and on his birthday he will turn 35.  Therefore, Harry races in the 35-39 age group for all of 2009, including the Tempe International Triathlon.

It is the athlete’s responsibility to enter with their correct age.

 

Race Location:
Municipal Swimming Pool
324 Gold St. (Downtown)
Kingman, AZ 86401
 (click here for map to race location)

Race Course:
Swim
Kingman Municipal Pool
Interesting story about this unusual pool, written by report Dick Tomlin
(click to read story)

Bike- 2 loops!
(click picture to view course)
Right on Grandview out of the parking lot. Right on Turquoise which loops around until it turns into Hibbert Rd. Straight on Hibbert which then turns into Clack Canyon Rd. Under the bridge you will come to another T, turn right, this is still Clack Canyon Rd until it T's into Fort Beale. Left on Fort Beale for 1.1 miles until you hit the turn around. First 1.9 miles is rolling with a 1/2 mile gradual climb. This is a very scenic route!
Same directions on the return home.

Run- 2 loops!
(click picture to view course)
Leave the parking lot and head South (Left) on Grandview. Turn right on Spring Road and follow it until it curves right into Metcalfe Road. Stay on Metcalfe until it curves right into Lead St.
Lead St to the turn around just past Parkview Road at the top of the hill. Same return route back.
2 Loops on the run.

Hotel Special:
Days Inn (West)
3023 E. Andy Devine Ave, Kingman, AZ
Room Rate: $45 +tax per night.  Mention the Triathlon.  They are blocking out 30 rooms for Friday and Saturday!!
Ph. 928-753-7500

Holiday Inn
3031 E. Andy Devine Ave., Kingman, AZ
928) 718-4343
Room Rate:  $99 + tax per night for a room with either 1 or 2 queen beds. 
Mention the triathlon when making reservations.

Hampton Inn
1791 Sycamore Ave., Kingman AZ
(928) 692-0200
Room Rate:  $109 + tax per night for a room with 1 king or 2 queen beds. 
Be sure to mention the triathlon.

SpringHill Suites by Marriott
3010 E. Andy Devine Avenue, Kingman, AZ
928-753-8766

Room Rate:  $119 plus tax.  Choice of 1 king or 2 queen beds.  All rooms are suite room.

For online reservations at any of the above, contact: , with your name, phone, hotel selection and dates.  To view the properties online, go to www.ami-pcm.com.

 

Triathletes: This is a unique racing style where one athlete starts every 15 seconds in a unique 35 yard pool with plenty of passing room. Athletes against the clock!! The 3 best times in each age group will determine the overall awards.

Dinner Banquet / Awards Celebration:
 

5:00 p.m.    Triathlon Happy Hour.  Swap tall triathlon tales with your competitors.
Free beer to help you tell your ‘stories’!

6:00 p.m.    Banquet.  Don’t miss this extravaganza with fantastic food, beer, and music.

7:00 p.m.    Triathlon Awards

7:45 p.m.    Spirit of Triathlon Award – The award to presented to “people who give back to the sport in a way that is greater than the sport itself.”

8:00 p.m.    Spirit of Triathlon Party with  music by DJ Dave Wood  and dancing.

Don’t forget our fabulous RAFFLE with drawings and prizes throughout the night.  Tickets will be available at registration and the banquet.  All proceeds will go to support the Junior Triathlon Team and local youth projects.

 

Fees:

5K $20 before Nov 1st, $25 after.
Sprint Triathlon $60 before Nov 1st, $70 after.
Sprint Relays $70 before Nov 1st, $80 after.
Kids Triathlon $10 (includes USAT license)
Dinner Banquet $5.00 for athlete, $10.00 for guests

This year’s race proceed with be used to fund the Junior Triathlon Team as well as dedicating a portion to local youth activities.

Online Registration: Closes Thursday November 5th. Register early.

Field limit: Triathlon is 300 athletes and relays. No limit for the run.

Race day registration will be allowed only for the 5K, NO sprint triathlon race day registration...

All entrants MUST sign a liability waiver at packet pick-up.  Please visit: www.spiritoftriathlon.com for all the latest news and developments. 

Parent signature is required if participant is under the age of 18 years old. Helmets are required.

Awards:
3 deep in each age group and relays for both events.

Divisions:
(Individual female and male) 13-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+

Sponsors:

  

                
Kingman Daily Miner

Please support or sponsors. Without them, this event would not be possible..

Event Web Page:
www.spiritoftriathlon.com for the most current information.

Contact:
 or call 602-451-7839 more additional information.

Pictures !:


Awards Dinner Location




Mile 2 and 4 on the bike course



Old Elks Lodge

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