Summer of 2013 KC area triathlon schedule (Page 3)

http://ultramaxsports.com/5150kansas/index.html

Registration is live now on active.com, only $75 from now til 12/31.  I am going to email them to see about a possible combo deal for St Louis 5150 and Kansas City 5150 (though St Louis still hasn't been confirmed anywhere...)

Was that another google search?

I poked around Ultramax site to see if there was a link and the 5150 site, nothing.

Seems like the only way to know about it is to find the right google word combination?

I went to the kansas5150.com website and got redirected there. ST Louis 5150 is just lucky google search terms.

Use those press creds and get an official statement from somebody, you could be the first to break this story! (not that there is a huge audience for this type of this, but still)

It's definitely newsworthy, but the last article I wrote went over like a lead balloon as they didn't really appreciate several things about it.

I offered to meet up and even buy them beer to get the real scoop they want out, but never heard back.

That's my main frustration with this part of the KC Tri scene.  Maybe I don't know the right people or play the right game, but it's all somewhat shady and hush hush as far as PR goes.  I guess they will send out what they want, when they want and we are all just along for the ride.

I've worked with Ruckus Run, Warrior Dash, The Midwest Tri series (formerly KLM - and not the hugest of fan bases around these parts), Lifetime Leadman Epic 250, Epic Dartmouth and more... and they all were super excited to get the word out about their event and more than happy to open the curtains.  But... they are not local and want more exposure in this area.

Take it for what it's worth.

Ultramax seems to be making a major play to change all that, and they seem to do quite a bit better job with the pr.  This is probably a good thing for this area honestly, they have put on good races in the past, and hopefully they can continue to do a good job on getting news out so that attendance will pick up a bit.

The problem is likely the WTC (5150) veil of secrecy.  They will give details when THEY are ready...

Just recieved this email from UltraMax...

The biggest triathlon news of the year!
Two new triathlons coming to you!
Ultramax Sports is excited to announce our newest partnership with the Ironman 5150 Kansas Triathlon. The 5150 Kansas Triathlon moves from Kansas City to Clinton Lake in Lawrence, Kansas, on May 19th. This is big news for our triathletes and we can hardly contain ourselves. You will have to wait a bit longer for the second part of this big announcement!
The 5150 Kansas Triathlon gives you the chance to race on the Ironman Kansas 70.3 course. This is a terrific way to test yourself before the 70.3 event in June and if the 70.3 is not in the cards, you can still experience the course that everyone has been talking about for years.
Lawrence is in northeastern Kansas, just 30 minutes west of Kansas City and 20 minutes east of the state capital. Lawrence has something for everyone - beautiful scenery, breathtaking arts and amazing restaurants.
The 5150 Kansas Triathlon website is live and online registration is officially open! Reserve your spot for only $75 until December 31, 2012!
**The field is limited and with the popularity of the Ironman Kansas 70.3, we expect this race to fill quickly.

What about our second big announcement?
We're sorry, but it's just to soon to release. Stay tuned! The news will be coming in a few short days! Just know this, we have an amazing triathlon season in store for you in 2013! This will be a great year to call yourself a triathlete.

What we do know:
• June 29th - Save that date....You won't want to miss this!
• An amazing venue
• A 100% Ultramax Sports Production
• Formal announcement coming very soon.....

June 29th looks like the 5i50 Innsbrook date

http://webcache.googleusercontent.com/search?q=cache:v34N2AahGIgJ:https://secure.getmeregistered.com/get_information.php%3Fevent_id%3D7433+&cd=1&hl=en&ct=clnk&gl=us&client=firefox-a

Looks like Google found the page while it was up temporarily and since then they've taken it down.

Awesome!  Penciling that date in for sure.

No mention of slots for 2013 Hy-vee on the ultramax site though.  I snagged my slot at last years Hy-vee, but I know a few other people trying to get one.

Interesting stuff. A little sad with the changes. Particularly because their isn't a Kansas City Tri in its typical calendar slot (or if there will actually be one at all - pending any future announcement) and that the 5150 race is moving venues. In fact, I really enjoyed the set up of last year's schedule. I'm curious as to what prompted the switch (access to venue complications)?

I'm probably being a little bit of a downer, but as much as I love the KS 70.3 location, it just doesn't appeal to me to do two races in one season at the same location - unless you do the 5150 just to test the course before the half, which I have no need for. I've normally done both of these events, now I'm not sure. On the other hand, I may want to qualify for Hy-Vee again and I may have no other choice if I also race the KS70.3.

Since the link went hot. What was previously expected is now official.

Topeka Tinman June 15th

http://www.ultramaxtri.com/tinmantri/

x2 I really enjoyed the 5i50 course last year and had a free place to stay in OP. The Lawrence course, while cool, is old hat for me and I'll race it in June like always.

I'll probably skip the 5i50 this year. 

One site to get to Des Moines and to get to Vegas BABY!!!!!!!  Similar courses, but totally different strategies.

Logs?!?!?  We don't need no stinkin' LOGS!!!!  

Actually, the training this fall is well ahead of last year's training.  Much better running and biking base so far.  Hoping to keep it up through the bad weather months and have a head start on next season come March.  I realized this season that my running and biking overall mileage was lacking and have been working to improve that.

I honestly believe I can knock 25-30 minutes off my Kansas 70.3 time from this year.  Heck, probably on the run alone based on how bad my run was in that race this year.

reecealan - 2012-12-19 8:54 PM

Jayhox - 2012-12-19 2:49 PM

Logs?!?!?  We don't need no stinkin' LOGS!!!!  

Actually, the training this fall is well ahead of last year's training.  Much better running and biking base so far.  Hoping to keep it up through the bad weather months and have a head start on next season come March.  I realized this season that my running and biking overall mileage was lacking and have been working to improve that.

I honestly believe I can knock 25-30 minutes off my Kansas 70.3 time from this year.  Heck, probably on the run alone based on how bad my run was in that race this year.

Not to mention letting certain 46 year olds catch up to him

What a fun crowd. LOL. Jahox, you go get them!

Interesting, the Kansas 5i50 is the same day as KU graduation, so there are no hotel rooms in Lawrence that weekend.

Someone probably should have checked that out before setting up the race.