Race Information

Registration for the 2012 Survival of the Shawangunks is now closed.
However, there are charity spots available. If you are interested in one of the last remaining spots, or to make a donation to the Mohonk Perserve Endownment Fund, call 845-255-0919 ext 248 and ask for Joe Alfano or Krista Tverdak. Or email
jalfano@mohonkpreserve.org OR ktverdak@mohonkpreserve.org

First-time entrants now that you have successfully registered please mail a print-out of your qualifying race results, with your results highlighted, to:
Don Davis
3 Watch Hill Rd.
New Paltz, NY 12561

2012 SURVIVAL OF THE SHAWANGUNKS RACE DAY INFORMATION
Mandatory Pre-Race Meeting: Sept 8, 2012 | 5pm @ SUNY New Paltz, Student Union Building
Race Date: Sept 9, 2012 | 7am start @ Ulster County Fairgrounds
Award Ceremony and Post-Race Meal: Sept 9, 2012 | 3pm

Safety:
Your safety is our central concern. Please help us to insure a safe event for you and the other participants. ANSI and/or Snell approved helmets are required during the bicycle leg. Swim caps will be provided and are required during the each of the 3 swims. Participants must carry shoes during all swims. This is an endurance event and triathlete support is minimal. Do not try and overstep your limitations. One crew member is required at the bike-run transition. There are several on-course aid stations and each stage transition is manned by support staff.

Race Description:
The Survival of the Shawangunks (SOS) is an eight stage triathlon sponsored annually by the New York Triathlete Association.

A 30 miles bicycle climb (gain of 2277.0′) will lead you from the historic town of New Paltz into the heart of the Shawangunk Mountains to the Lake Awosting Parking lot of Minnewaska State Park. From there, you will run 4.5 miles on forest trails to Lake Awosting and swim 1.1 miles along the northwestern shore. Following this first swim, you will run 5.5 miles of rough trail overlooking the valley of beautiful Lake Minnewaska where you will swim .5 miles along the southeastern shore. Next you will run 8 miles over the trail to Lake Mohonk where you will be met with your final swim. During the last third of this .5 mile swim, if you breathe to your left your exhaustion will give way to awe as you catch glimpses of the famous Mohonk Hotel built into the cliff alongside the lake shore. Following the final swim, you will face a .7 mile sprint to the finish (1300+’ climb). At the finish enjoy the historic Smiley Memorial Sky Top Tower (1542′) and excellent views of five states.

During each swim contestants are required to carry their running shoes and any other gear needed as no contestant will be returning to the starting point of any of the swims. If you decide to accept this survival challenge you will spend time developing a system to carry your gear through the water. Whatever system you develop, remember you will have to carry it with you during all parts of the run, and its effectiveness must last through three swims.

During the Bike Portion:
DO –
Remember all roads are open to traffic. Ride defensively.
Follow the marked route.
Obey all race officials and public authorities. If a draft marshal points to you, stop and touch both feet to the road before resuming.

DO NOT –
Draft another bike or vehicle. Leave at least three bike lengths space except when passing (15 seconds).
Ride into the transition area. Dismount and get your bike to your crew. Race officials are not responsible for your bike.

During the Swims:
DO –
Swim with your cap on.
Raise your hand if you need assistance.

DO NOT-
Use any artificial propulsion (e.g. fins, paddles, etc.)
Use any flotation devices. Bags to carry your shoes are permitted.
Allow yourself to be moved by a boat, paddleboard, etc. (you may hold on to rest but no progress)
Permit anyone else to carry any of your gear.

During the Runs –
Follow the marked route
Remember that you must finish the race with everything you took with you from the bike transition.
Don’t permit anyone else to transport your gear.