Revolution3 Triathlon Series Announces Inaugural Full Distance Race
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Rev3 Full Distance Event takes place September 12, 2010 at Cedar Point Amusement Park in Sandusky, Ohio.
Revolution3 officially announces that Cedar Point in Sandusky, OH will serve as the host venue for its newest event, a full distance triathlon in September, 2010. Taking place on September 12, 2010, the event will consist of a 2.4-mile swim, a 112-mile bike and a 26.2-mile run. The inaugural full distance Rev3 will take place within the Cedar Point Park and will include access to the park for family members and friends. In addition, a professional prize purse of $150,000 will be offered as well as prizes for top age group finishers. Registration for the event is available at Rev3tri.com beginning September 1, 2009.
“We are thrilled to be the host venue for Revolution3’s full distance race in 2010,” stated Bryan Edwards, sales promotion manager for Cedar Point. “Rev3’s goal is to provide their racers with the ultimate race experience and to hold their event at a venue that is fun for the entire family and there is possibly no place better to accomplish those goals than at Cedar Point.”
With 75 diverse rides, including 17 roller coasters; a huge outdoor water park (Soak City); four resort hotels; a luxury RV campground with cottages and cabins; two large marinas; outdoor entertainment complex featuring go-karts, miniature golf and more (Challenge Park); award-winning live shows; gift shops; delicious eateries; four giant kids’ areas and more, it’s easy to see why Cedar Point has been voted the “Best Amusement Park in the World” for an unmatched 11 years in a row!
The swim will be held on the beautiful Lake Erie, with athletes entering the water inside the park from the beach of Hotel Breakers, which serves as the host hotel for the Rev3 event and is located within 100 yards from the swim start. Following the swim, the scenic bike course will take athletes on a 112 mile ride through the country side of Erie County. The run will consist of a two loop course through downtown Sandusky on what is considered to be a generally flat run. The finish line will be positioned at Cedar Point and is sure to be one of the most spectacular finish line experiences around!
“Our immediate goal is to make triathlons a more interactive, enjoyable experience for spectators and family members by providing fun activities for children and family members during the race. We’re about change. Change for the age grouper, change for the professional athlete, and change for the spectators,” claims Todd Gollnick, Rev3 Race Director.
“We are honored and excited to be the host for the Revolution3 event. It’s world class athletes competing at a world class facility. Sandusky welcomes each of the athletes and their families with open arms,” stated Matt Kline, City Manager, Sandusky, Ohio.
For more information about Revolution3 and the race series, visit Rev3tri.com. For more information about Cedar Point, visit Cedarpoint.com. For information about Erie County, visit Shoresandislands.com.