Powerade Potcakeman Triathlon 2020 Postponed to 2021

POWERADE POTCAKEMAN TRIATHLON 2020 IS POSTPONED TO 2021 DUE TO COVID-19. PLEASE STAY TUNED FOR THE NEW DATE!

The Baark! Team had really hoped that by now, we would be in a position to set a date for the postponed Powerade Potcakeman Triathlon 2020. However, with there still being so much uncertainty regarding the lifting of lockdowns, beach openings, sporting events and public gatherings we don’t think we will be able to hold this event in 2020 and may need to postpone to 2021.

As most of you know, Baark! is entirely volunteer run and relies on your support in donations to perform it’s work. Thank you so much and we really hope to be able to hold our event at some point in 2021.

If there are any changes to the situation, we will of course update you.

Registration and Fees

RACE FEES

Early Bird Rate – now until 31st January 2020
Individual Triathlon: $80
Relay pp Triathlon: $55
Junior Triathlon Age 11-15: $50
Puppy Aquathon Age 10 & under: $40

February 1st to March 22nd 2020
Individual Triathlon: $90
Relay pp Triathlon: $65
Junior Triathlon Age 11-15: $60
Puppy Aquathon Age 10 & under: $50

March 23rd to March 26th 2020
Individual Triathlon: $110
Relay pp Triathlon: $75
Junior Triathlon Age 11-15: $75
Puppy Aquathon Age 10 & under: $65

REGISTRATION CLOSING DATE IS MIDNIGHT March 26th.
There will be NO exceptions or late entries.

We do have a max capacity for the race so register early to avoid disappointment ! Registration may close earlier if the maximum number of competitors are registered.

**NOTE NEW CARIFTA RACE DISTANCES FOR AGES 11-15!!

Adult Race Sprint Distance
Swim: 750m
Bike: 12 miles
Run: 5km

Junior Triathlon:
Ages 13-15
Swim: 400m
Bike: 10km
Run: 2.5km

Junior Triathlon:
Ages 11-12
Swim: 200m
Bike: 5km
Run: 2km

Puppy Aquathon:
Ages 9-10
Swim: 100m
Run: 1km

Puppy Aquathon:
Ages 8&under
Swim: 50m
Run: 1km

AWARDS
There will be awards for both male and female overall top 3 placing in the triathlon.

There will then be top three awards given in the following age group categories.
Under 19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60+
Relays:
Awards will be given 3 deep in each category (male, female, mixed)

Kids Age Group Categories:
There will be an award for both boys and girls top 3 in the following age group categories

Junior Triathlon
13-15
11-12

Puppy Aquathon
9-10
8&under

Packet Pickup, Race Day

PACKET PICKUP

This year there will be NO PRE RACE Packet Pickup

Everyone will collect their timing chips, swim caps and get body marked the morning of the race.

You will collect your medals, Race T-shirts, coupons and goodies AFTER completing the race.

Race day Schedule

Please park at the Clifton Heritage parking lot and walk over to Jaws beach – there will be no car access to the beach.

0615 : Adult check in and transition area opens, body marking , swim caps, chip timing handout.
0720: Adult pre-race briefing, course and rules
0720: Transition area CLOSES
0730: Individual Race Start Men
0740: Individual Race Start Women
0750: Relay Race Start
0845: Junior tri body marking, timing chip handout CLOSES
0900: Junior tri Age 13-15 starts
1000: Junior tri Age 11-12 starts

1030:Puppy aquathon timing chip handout and body marking CLOSES
1045: Puppy aquathon 9-10 starts
1115: Puppy aquathon 8&under starts
1130: Awards ceremony
1145 Raffle draw

(parents please pay attention to the age groups called for kids race. You are responsible for your child starting in the right wave. Start times are guidelines only, we will start earlier if prior races are completed)

Refreshments will be available to purchase throughout the morning.

We encourage everyone to come early, watch the race and support the competitors. If you arrive after the race has started there may be some delays driving in to allow bikers to pass.

FAQ

Q. I’d like to participate but don’t have a bike.
A. No worries, contact Maria from Cycles Unlimited:

Q) Are wetsuits allowed during the swim?
A) No! The water is warm enough in the Bahamas to swim without a wetsuit

Q) Is this a good race for my first triathlon?
A) Yes! The triathlon race field will be small enough not to feel overwhelmed for a first timer. Remember, you don’t have to win you just have to tri ! Check out Beginner Triathlete for some training tips.

Q) Are helmets required for the bike?
A) Yes – safety first!

Q) Will there be water aid stations?
A) Yes one at the swim exit and 6 during the run course. Powerade and Dasani water will be available at all of them.

Q) What should I bring with me on race day?
A) Here is a printable list to make sure you bring everything you’ll need on the day of the race Checklist

Q) Is drafting allowed?
A) No drafting is not allowed, whilst on the bike you must keep at least 3 bikes lengths between you and the person in front. If you are passing you have 15 seconds to complete the pass. Please allow faster competitors to pass and do not block. If you are caught drafting you will face a time penalty.

Q) Are time trial bikes allowed in the race?
A) Yes they are

Q) Can you refund my entry?
A) Unfortunately no. All of the money raised from this event goes towards Baark’s spay/neuter programs in the Bahamas.

Q) I want to do a relay but don’t have a team.
A) Please contact the event organizers who will put you in touch with other people looking to be part of a relay team.

Q) I don’t want to / can’t register online
A) Please email sarah@baarkbahamas.org for a paper registration form. This will need to be filled in and brought, along with the registration fee to one of the event organizers in person before the end of March.

Q) Are headphones / iPods allowed?
A) They are only allowed on the run course. They are prohibited from the bike and is a DISQUALIFICATION offense. No exceptions

Volunteers

We need a lot of volunteers to make the event possible, please contact us if you would like to help. All volunteers will receive a T-shirt and refreshments.

If you don’t want to compete in the race this is a great way get involved and take part.

Must be able to attend a pre-race meeting as well as on the race day

Contact Sarah at sarah@baarkbahamas.org

by ACTIVE Network