VERMONT SUN
ASSORTED ARCHIVES
POSTED NOVEMBER 2007

Please note - this page contains assorted
archives from 2007, and includes links to
previous years as well.  Some of the links
to earlier results hosted by 3rd party
web sites may not be working any longer.

NOTHING on this page is current information.
Do not use any of the forms linked from this page.

Thanks!

Results are now available for the 2007
 Half Vermont Journey  at
http://coolrunning.com/results/07/vt/Sep9_Vermon_set1.shtml

Enter for a chance to win over
$12,000 in equipment and services from


and Professional Triathlon Coach and Title Sponsor
 Mark Wilson

4 RAFFLE GIVEAWAYS AND 1 TRIATHLON TRAINING PACKAGE

Opportunity # 1 - Win a $2500 AEGIS Bike Frame - Register by JUNE 1, 2007 for the Half Vermont Journey on 9/9/07 and you will automatically be entered into a random raffle drawing to win an amazing AEGIS Trident or Victory frame valued at approximately $2500.00. The winner may opt to receive a $2500 gift certificate that may be applied to the purchase of a more expensive frame at the regular retail rate. Early entries for this event have traditionally been low so your chance of winning could be great! Enter Today!!

Opportunity # 2 - Win a $2500 AEGIS Bike Frame - Sign up for and finish the Half Vermont Journey on September 9, 2007 and you will automatically be entered into a random raffle drawing on race day to win an amazing AEGIS Trident or Victory frame valued at approximately $2500.00. The winner may opt to receive a $2500 gift certificate that may be applied to the purchase of a more expensive frame at the regular retail rate.

Opportunity # 3 - Win a $2500 AEGIS Bike Frame - Sign up for and finish the Half Vermont Journey on September 9, 2007 and you will automatically be entered into a random raffle drawing on race day to win an amazing AEGIS Trident or Victory frame valued at approximately $2500.00. The winner may opt to receive a $2500 gift certificate that may be applied to the purchase of a more expensive frame at the regular retail rate. Yes, this is a second chance to win an AEGIS frame if you finish the Half Vermont Journey!

Opportunity # 4 - Win a $2500 AEGIS Bike Frame - Sign up for and finish the Lake Dunmore Triathlon on August 12, 2007 and you will automatically be entered into a random raffle drawing on race day to win an amazing AEGIS Trident or Victory frame valued at approximately $2500.00. The winner may opt to receive a $2500 gift certificate that may be applied to the purchase of a more expensive frame at the regular retail rate.

Opportunity # 5 - Essay Contest - Enter to win an awesome loaner bike (complete bike) from AEGIS bikes to train and race on for the entire '07 summer and through our Half Vermont Journey on September 9, 2007. In addition to the amazing loaner bike, the chosen winner will receive a 12-week triathlon training program provided by Professional Triathlon Coach Mark Wilson as well as a free entry into the Lake Dunmore Triathlon on August 12th. To enter, submit a 100 word or less essay describing why you feel you would be the best or most deserving recipient to win this awesome triathlon package. Your essay may be one of inspiration, dedication, or motivation and should (most importantly) tell your personal story! Entry into a Vermont Sun Triathlon is not required. Should you (the chosen winner) decide to purchase the bike after the 9/9/07 event you will have the opportunity to do so at a discounted rate. Otherwise, the bike must be returned to AEGIS. All essays should be email to vtsun@together.net . Submission Deadline: June 1, 2007. Chosen winner will receive notification by email on or before June 10, 2007.

Check out all of the awesome AEGIS bikes at www.aegisbicycles.com 

Contact Mark Wilson of the Hudson Valley Triathlon Club at mark@hvtc.net or visit www.hvtc.net 

Course Map: Click HERE to see a map of the actual race courses at Lake Dunmore.

Vermont Sun Sports & Fitness Center has been putting on triathlons and road races since 1985. We take great pride in producing races that are professionally organized, safe, fun, fair and affordable. You will not find any courses more beautiful than these!

The Vermont Sun Triathlon Series is truly designed for triathletes of all ages and abilities. Each multi-sport event has team divisions so participants can simply "team-up" and do one or two events rather than the entire race. Teams of three are also encouraged.

Series Beneficiaries: This season we will be donating a portion of race proceeds to outstanding non-profit organizations such as the United Way, Keewaydin Foundation, and the Lance Armstrong Foundation.

The Venue: Nestled against the Green Mountain's, just below Rattlesnake Point is Branbury State Park. The lake region is a most spectacular and pristine place to swim, bike and run. Novice and advanced triathletes alike marvel the beauty of our courses and enjoy the mountains, lakes and streams of Central Vermont. The swim takes place in warm, calm, crystal clear Lake Dunmore. The bike and run courses loop around the rolling hills of the lake. To learn more about Branbury State Park please visit http://vtparks.anr.state.vt.us/htm/branbury.cfm

T-Shirts: T-shirts will be given to all entrants in Lake Dunmore and Half Vermont Journey events. Beautiful custom T-shirts and Vermont Sun logo triathlon race clothing will be available for sale at all events.

Triathlon Individual Age Groups: will be every 5 years: 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, etc. for men and women.

Triathlon Relay Teams: 2 to 3 person teams. Categories will be: all female, all male, and mixed, with 39 and under or 40 and over age groups (all members of team must be 40 and over for that classification).

Awards: Top 5 overall, top 3 in each age group and top team in each category will receive beautiful custom awards in an awards ceremony immediately following each race.

Complete Results and Splits will be posted on our web site.  Please bookmark this page.

Action Photo: Available for sale after most events through www.palmarescoaching.com/eventphoto.htm

Amenities Include: Free sports drinks, bagels, clif bars, customized swim cap, customized water bottle, custom awards to top 5 overall and top 3 in each age group, fully supported aid stations, sponsor samples in goodie bags, raffle giveaways, series awards if you do 3 or more series races, safe course, buffet meals and t-shirts included for Lake Dunmore and Half Vermont Journey races). Available digital action photo, massage, custom Vermont Sun T-shirts, Louis Garneau triathlon race clothing, and more! (NOTE: amenities for Half Vermont Journey are posted on its individual event page at www.halfvermontjourney.vermontsun.com

Triathlon Series Awards: Series top 5 overall individuals and top 3 in each age group will receive a custom award from for their accomplishment in the series Individuals must enter a minimum of 3 series races to receive a series award. The Half Vermont Journey will be a double point race. Your age at the first race you enter will determine your series age-group award. Top 5 overall places in each race will receive points from 10 (first overall) to 6 (fifth overall). The top 5 in each age group will receive 5 to 1 points.

Food and Refreshments: Free to athletes at all events. The Vermont State and Half Vermont Journey events have full post-race meals.

Branbury Admittance: Included in racer's entry fee. Spectators will be charged $2.50 for adults and $2.00 for children at the gate. Fee is good for the entire day so bring the family and enjoy the spectacular lake, beach, and mountain setting! Absolutely no dogs allowed in park.

Late Fee: Registrations received after noon on the Friday prior to event will be subject to a $15 fee. Online registration closes at noon on the Friday prior to the event as well. You may phone in entry to 802-388-6888 ($4 fee).

Massage: Available at most events.

Custom Swim Cap and Water Bottle given to all triathlon entrants.

Refund Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another race within the current series providing it is requested prior to race day. Absolutely no refunds.

Online Registration: Will be available at   www.active.com (see links above) on or before the Friday at noon prior to race day. If you would like to register by phone ($4 fee) or to request a brochure/entry form, please call 802-388-6888 or email us at vtsun@together.net

Triathlon Rules and Course Map: USAT rules apply. Copy of rules will be available at registration table on race day. Wetsuits are permitted in all events. 

Directions: Click HERE to see maps showing directions to Middlebury and Branbury State Park. 

Interested in Volunteering? If you are interested in helping out at any one or all of our events please contact us at 802-388-6888 or send us an email at vtsun@together.net

Lodging: (All with "802" area codes.)

In Middlebury: 

MIDDLEBURY INN (HOST HOTEL) 800-842-4666 (10% off room based on availability)
Waybury Inn 800-348-1810
Graystone Motel 388-4935
Blue Spruce Motel 388-4091
Sugarhouse Motel 388-4330 
Courtyard by Marriott 388-7600
Swift House Inn 388-9925
Inn on the Green 388-7512
Addison County Chamber of Commerce 388-7951 

In Brandon: 

Maple Grove 247-6644
Brandon Inn 247-5766
Brandon Motor Lodge 800-675-7614
The Gazebo Inn 247-3235 
The Lilac Inn 247-5463
Old Mill Inn Bed and Breakfast  800-599-0341

Campgrounds In Salisbury: 

Branbury State Park 247-5925
Waterhouse's 352-4433
Kampersville 352-4501

In Ripton: 

The Chipman Inn 800-890-2390

In Bristol: 

Crystal Palace Bed & Breakfast 888-674-4131

On Lake Dunmore: 

Sunset Lodge 352-4290 
Dunmore Acres 247-3126

In Bridport: 

Inn at Lovers Lane 758-2185

CLICK HERE FOR MAPS TO THE RACE VENUE

Additional Archives

TRIATHLON SERIES 2005

Vermont Sun Triathlon - Sunday June 19^th
 Branbury State Park, Salisbury, VT
 600-yd swim, 14-mile bike, 3.1-mile run
Click HERE for the Race Results

Vermont State Triathlon - Sunday July 10^th
Branbury State Park, Salisbury, VT
 .9-mile swim, 28-mile bike, 6.2-mile run
Click HERE for the Race Results

Vermont Sun Triathlon - Sunday July 24^th
Branbury State Park, Salisbury, VT
600-yd swim, 14-mile bike, 3.1-mile run
Click HERE for the Race Results

Lake Dunmore Triathlon -  Sunday August 14^th
Branbury State Park, Salisbury, VT
.5-mile swim, 28-mile bike, 5-mile run
Click HERE for the Race Results

Half Vermont Journey - Sunday August 28^th
Branbury State Park, Salisbury, VT
1.2-mile Swim, 56-mile bike, 13.1-mile run
Click HERE for the Race Results
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