2010
IRONMAN CANADA
IRONMAN CANADA:
SUNDAY, AUGUST 29, 2010
July 27, 2010 - Good luck to all 2011 Ironman Canada competitors!
When the cannon called "Maranatha" fires at 7AM on August 29th, more than 2,000 athletes will embark on the long day that includes a 2.4-mile swim, a 112-mile bike ride, and a 26.2-mile marathon run in Penticton, British Columbia. Since it began as an "ultra-distance" event in 1983, Ironman Canada has been a popular fixture on the triathlon "map". The race starts at Okanagan Lake Beach, which offers one of the widest swim starts of any Ironman race in the world ... a necessary feature, considering Sunday's race will likely have more people heading off at once than any other Ironman! After exiting the water the riders start the bike course with a gradual climb up Penticton's Main Street. Apart from one significant hill at about the 10-mile point (McLean Creek Road), the first 30 miles of the course are relatively flat or downhill. It is one of the most beautiful bike courses in the world - the athletes enjoy incredible views of mountains and lakes almost throughout the ride -- but all that great scenery can distract the riders from the task at hand -- getting through those major climbs and descents! Like the bike course, the run course is incredibly beautiful, but it also has its challenges! Even with the thousands of athletes, spectators, and volunteers that line the course, it is the beautiful scenery along this run course that stands out. The wonderful views provide a welcome distraction to the pain of the race!
EST's Ground Package to Ironman Canada includes:Accommodation convenintly located near the Convention Center and a few blocks from the race site Transfers from the airport (Penticton Airport) to the hotel (Transfers are from Pentiction Airport - bike transfer as well) Daily local transportation (rental cars are not necessary) Transportation to all race functions Welcome Dinner-Information, Q&A session covering the race, course and EST services EST Support staff on hand and in contact 24 hours a day to meet your needs Exclusive Expert Bike Mechanic Services free to all EST clients Optional bike unpacking and assembly as well as disassemble and repacking Guided course tours ( Bike and Run ) Swim training sessions on the course CO2 Cartridges provided for race day Hospitality area during the race for family and friends with drinks and food Transfers from the hotel to the airport (Penticton Airport) (bike transfer as well) Organization of day trips for athletes as well as their family and friends
Extra service available - Complete bike unpack and assemble $50
Included in the package is the services of a mechanic but we ask that you unpack your bike and loosely assemble which means putting the wheels on, hand tighten the pedals, and bars. The mechanic will then tighten everything and make all needed adjustments to the gears and brakes. If you prefer to just hand your bike case to the mechanic he will unpack and completely assemble your bike for $50. If after the race you want the mechanic to disassemble and pack your bike this can also be done for a $50 charge
Please look through the site completely and then fill in the "REQUEST EVENT INFORMATION" form (RED BOX - this is just a request form and does not obligate you to travel with us) and we will contact you to discuss your trip and answer your questions. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to call or email us directly.
(office)1-610-399-4662
tywilliams@endurancesportstravel.com
kenglah@endurancesportstravel.com
Click here for more information.
When the cannon called "Maranatha" fires at 7AM on August 29th, more than 2,000 athletes will embark on the long day that includes a 2.4-mile swim, a 112-mile bike ride, and a 26.2-mile marathon run in Penticton, British Columbia. Since it began as an "ultra-distance" event in 1983, Ironman Canada has been a popular fixture on the triathlon "map". The race starts at Okanagan Lake Beach, which offers one of the widest swim starts of any Ironman race in the world ... a necessary feature, considering Sunday's race will likely have more people heading off at once than any other Ironman! After exiting the water the riders start the bike course with a gradual climb up Penticton's Main Street. Apart from one significant hill at about the 10-mile point (McLean Creek Road), the first 30 miles of the course are relatively flat or downhill. It is one of the most beautiful bike courses in the world - the athletes enjoy incredible views of mountains and lakes almost throughout the ride -- but all that great scenery can distract the riders from the task at hand -- getting through those major climbs and descents! Like the bike course, the run course is incredibly beautiful, but it also has its challenges! Even with the thousands of athletes, spectators, and volunteers that line the course, it is the beautiful scenery along this run course that stands out. The wonderful views provide a welcome distraction to the pain of the race!
EST's Ground Package to Ironman Canada includes:
Extra service available - Complete bike unpack and assemble $50
Included in the package is the services of a mechanic but we ask that you unpack your bike and loosely assemble which means putting the wheels on, hand tighten the pedals, and bars. The mechanic will then tighten everything and make all needed adjustments to the gears and brakes. If you prefer to just hand your bike case to the mechanic he will unpack and completely assemble your bike for $50. If after the race you want the mechanic to disassemble and pack your bike this can also be done for a $50 charge
Please look through the site completely and then fill in the "REQUEST EVENT INFORMATION" form (RED BOX - this is just a request form and does not obligate you to travel with us) and we will contact you to discuss your trip and answer your questions. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to call or email us directly.
(office)1-610-399-4662
tywilliams@endurancesportstravel.com
kenglah@endurancesportstravel.com
Click here for more information.
TraveLodge Hotel
The travel lodge is conveniently located across from Lake Okanagan Beach and City Park featuring a children's waterpark & tennis courts. Within walking distance to more than 30 outstanding restaurants and Lake City Casino, Prospera Place, Kelowna Community Theatre and the Delta Grand Convention Centre. Our 100% smoke free facility features a variety of rooms to choose from that included free highspeed wireless internet access, free continental breakfast, free onsite parking, fridges in all rooms and all beds are adorned with duvets.
* 5 night minimum stay.
Amenities include:
Free Parking Free Wireless Internet Heated Outdoor Pool Open Seasonally Sauna & Hot Tub Facilities Coffee Maker in Room 24 Hour Front Desk Free Local Telephone Calls Hairdryer in Room No Smoking Rooms/Facilities Free Newspaper Television with Cable
Children Rates
0-6 Years of Age= Free
7-12 years of Age = $40 per child per night
13-16 = $55 per child per night
The travel lodge is conveniently located across from Lake Okanagan Beach and City Park featuring a children's waterpark & tennis courts. Within walking distance to more than 30 outstanding restaurants and Lake City Casino, Prospera Place, Kelowna Community Theatre and the Delta Grand Convention Centre. Our 100% smoke free facility features a variety of rooms to choose from that included free highspeed wireless internet access, free continental breakfast, free onsite parking, fridges in all rooms and all beds are adorned with duvets.
* 5 night minimum stay.
Amenities include:
Children Rates
0-6 Years of Age= Free
7-12 years of Age = $40 per child per night
13-16 = $55 per child per night
* Optional Transfer for IM Canada
Interested in competing in Ironman Canada 2010 on August 29th? Endurance Sports Travel still has race entry slots and ground packages for anyone interested, and we have added an optional transfer from Vancouver Airport to Penticton to help with your travel to this race. There will be only two transfers arranged, so if you are interested please make your travel arrangements accordingly:Transfer 1 - August 25th 2010 Departing Vancouver Airport around 2:00 p.m. and arriving to Penticton around 6:30pm. Transfer 2 - August 26th 2010 Departing Vancouver Airport around 2:00 p.m. and arriving to Penticton around 6:30 p.m.
Return Transfers will depart Penticton and return to Vancouver Airport on August 31st.
Air Travel
For this race we do a ground only package so please feel free to go online and arrange a flight that is best for you with regards to dates, flight itinerary and price. You can either fly directly into Penticton in which case you will not need a car. Other options are flying into Vancouver and driving to Penticton or flying into Spokane Washington and driving across the US Canadian border. Once you have arranged your Air Travel please email us your itinerary so we can properly arrange your ground transfers.
Auto
If you fly into Penticton then we will meet you at the airport and take you over to the hotel. While in Penticton you will not need to drive from our hotel to the race area or the local restaurants and shops as everything is very close. We will do course tours of both the bike and run so you can ride or run sections of the course.
We are happy to provide anyone looking for a rental car with a discount code. This will help you in your rental and should be able to save you some money! Endurance Sports Travel has teamed up with Budget and Avis Rental Companies to provide you with a discount for any auto rental. If you would like to take advantage of our discounts you will need to book your rental car with either Budget or Avis.
Budget Discount Code: BCD # U226458
Avis Discount Code: AWD # X191488
Visa
Citizens of most countries do not need a Visa to enter Canada, however we recommend checking the Citizenship and Immigragration Canada website to be sure. Citizens of the US should have a Passport.
Interested in competing in Ironman Canada 2010 on August 29th? Endurance Sports Travel still has race entry slots and ground packages for anyone interested, and we have added an optional transfer from Vancouver Airport to Penticton to help with your travel to this race. There will be only two transfers arranged, so if you are interested please make your travel arrangements accordingly:
Return Transfers will depart Penticton and return to Vancouver Airport on August 31st.
Air Travel
For this race we do a ground only package so please feel free to go online and arrange a flight that is best for you with regards to dates, flight itinerary and price. You can either fly directly into Penticton in which case you will not need a car. Other options are flying into Vancouver and driving to Penticton or flying into Spokane Washington and driving across the US Canadian border. Once you have arranged your Air Travel please email us your itinerary so we can properly arrange your ground transfers.
Auto
If you fly into Penticton then we will meet you at the airport and take you over to the hotel. While in Penticton you will not need to drive from our hotel to the race area or the local restaurants and shops as everything is very close. We will do course tours of both the bike and run so you can ride or run sections of the course.
We are happy to provide anyone looking for a rental car with a discount code. This will help you in your rental and should be able to save you some money! Endurance Sports Travel has teamed up with Budget and Avis Rental Companies to provide you with a discount for any auto rental. If you would like to take advantage of our discounts you will need to book your rental car with either Budget or Avis.
Budget Discount Code: BCD # U226458
Avis Discount Code: AWD # X191488
Visa
Citizens of most countries do not need a Visa to enter Canada, however we recommend checking the Citizenship and Immigragration Canada website to be sure. Citizens of the US should have a Passport.
Day Trips and After Race Trips
There are many great day trips for athletes and their families that can be done locally such as visiting some of the local wineries and orchards, local golf courses or many great local hiking trails or boating or fishing on either Skaha Lake or Lake Okanogan Lake. British Columbia has many great places to visit such as Vancouver, Vancouver Island and the Whistler resorts. Vancouver is also a great spot to start and finish a cruise up the coast to Alaska.
There are many great day trips for athletes and their families that can be done locally such as visiting some of the Olympic venues, local golf courses or many great local hiking trails or boating or fishing on one of the many lakes in the area. While we do not have any prearranged day trips in or around Lake Placid, we have a number of suggestions that we would be happy to share with you. If you need any help with your preparation and planning we are glad to assist in any way we can.
Pre Race Trips
None arranged at this time...
Post Race Trips
None arranged at this time...
There are many great day trips for athletes and their families that can be done locally such as visiting some of the local wineries and orchards, local golf courses or many great local hiking trails or boating or fishing on either Skaha Lake or Lake Okanogan Lake. British Columbia has many great places to visit such as Vancouver, Vancouver Island and the Whistler resorts. Vancouver is also a great spot to start and finish a cruise up the coast to Alaska.
There are many great day trips for athletes and their families that can be done locally such as visiting some of the Olympic venues, local golf courses or many great local hiking trails or boating or fishing on one of the many lakes in the area. While we do not have any prearranged day trips in or around Lake Placid, we have a number of suggestions that we would be happy to share with you. If you need any help with your preparation and planning we are glad to assist in any way we can.
Pre Race Trips
None arranged at this time...
Post Race Trips
None arranged at this time...
* The prices listed below are the total costs of our ground package per person per night. Please refer to the general information page for details on the ground package.
TraveLodge
Single- $350 per person per night
Double- $210 per person per night
Triple- $170 per person per night
Quad-$150 per person per night
Childrens Rates
0-6 Years of Age= Free
7-12 Years of Age= $40 per child per night
13-16 Years of Ages= $55 per child per night
IMPORTANT: The pricing page has been designed to provide you with a general idea of our ground package costs. Below we have provided a range that your ground package price should fall into. To get a specific quote based on your hotel choice, room type, number of guests and number of nights, please visit our registration request form. This registration request form does NOT obligate you to travel with us. It allows for you to price out a complete ground package to meet your needs and notifies us of your interest. Once you submit this request we will contact you to to further discuss your interest and secure your reservations.
TraveLodge
Single- $350 per person per night
Double- $210 per person per night
Triple- $170 per person per night
Quad-$150 per person per night
Childrens Rates
0-6 Years of Age= Free
7-12 Years of Age= $40 per child per night
13-16 Years of Ages= $55 per child per night
IMPORTANT: The pricing page has been designed to provide you with a general idea of our ground package costs. Below we have provided a range that your ground package price should fall into. To get a specific quote based on your hotel choice, room type, number of guests and number of nights, please visit our registration request form. This registration request form does NOT obligate you to travel with us. It allows for you to price out a complete ground package to meet your needs and notifies us of your interest. Once you submit this request we will contact you to to further discuss your interest and secure your reservations.
