Odessa Family YMCA

Tumbleweed Triathlon

3001 East University, Odessa TX 79762 (432) 362-4301


The YMCA sponsors and support many Adult and Youth related events.  The Odessa Family YMCA Tumbleweed Triathlon is but one of those events whose monies go to the support of many YMCA programs and projects.

The Race is a U.S.A.Triathlon (USAT) sanctioned event and also a part of the Southwest Challenge Series.  Points toward the Challenge Series and National Rankings are awarded for this triathlon.  Triathlete packet pick up is available the day before the race at the Central YMCA location - 3001 E. University.  However, the race start is at the University of Texas of the Permian Basin (UTPB) Swimming Pool. 

RACE DAY is Sunday, July 26th 2009.

Here are the entry fees for 2009:

Individual Price: $70before 7/20 - $75 after (+ $10.00 USAT fee if applicable)
Team Price: $100 before 7/20 - $120 after (plus USAT fee if applicable)

The following PDF link is the application and information.....if you need more information contact the Odessa YMCA at 432 362-4301 and ask for Ed or Steve.

SORRY,  NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION WITHOUT PRIOR ARRANGEMENT.

   

Click here for 2009 Entry Saving Coupon      

Adobe PDF files:

Pg 1 Picture File> Application Brochure   Pg 2 Picture File> Application Brochure

(Link to the PDF Format application/wavier noted below is current as of 5/30/09).

Click Here for Pg 1 Tumbleweed Application and Waiver in PDF Format

Click Here for Pg 2 Tumbleweed Application and Waiver in PDF Format

Local Hotels close to the Start - UTPB

Please visit our Proud Sponsor's site:

We could use help promoting the race.  If you would like help promote the race, the above links provide applications and a poster.  So, if you don't see one at your local bike store, favorite work out place or YMCA, we would appreciate your help.

CLICK HERE FOR  TUMBLEWEED RESULTS 2008

CLICK HERE FOR  TUMBLEWEED SPLIT TIME RESULTS 2008

A full and detailed review of the '08 results will be done before they are submitted. These are the results...  please e-mail (see below) if you see an error.

Sidenote: An * will be added since the run distance was slightly longer (25-30 yrds.) than prior years... the precise distance will be determined and noted in the results.

If you did not receive your metal... please contact Ed, Steve or myself.  We will mail it to you.

If you notice any error or need information, please e-mail any of the following:

E-MAIL ADDRESSES:

Joe   joemoya@wachoviasec.com  - results coordinator

Steve   stalbot@iscanmail.com

Ed  ed@iscanmail.com

Thanks to everyone who participated.

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Links to front page Odessa American articles about 2006 triathlon:

http://www.oaoa.com/news/nw061506a.htm

http://www.oaoa.com/news/nw061906a.htm

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CLICK HERE FOR TUMBLEWEED RESULTS 2007

CLICK HERE FOR TUMBLEWEED RESULTS 2006

CLICK HERE FOR TUMBLEWEED RESULTS 2005

CLICK HERE FOR ' 05 RESULTS ARE PRELIMINARY SORTED BY AGE GROUP

CLICK HERE FOR 05 TEAM RESULTS - 2 DIVISIONS (a & b)

CLICK HERE FOR TUMBLEWEED RESULTS 2004

Interesting Article in Triathlete Times 7/2/2004:

RACE REPORT
Odessa Tumbleweed Triathlon
 

The Race

Order of events will be as follows:  1. Run  2. Bike  3. Swim

The order has changed from prior years.  The run is a mass start.  The run is an out and back course at the UTPB campus.  The bike course is the same as last year.  It is an out and back bike course.  The swim is after the bike and there is no delay between the bike to swim transition.  All two race transitions are continuous and are similar to a typical swim bike run transition format. The swim is a snake format that allows for continuous racing.  Details regarding the snake swim format will be described in detail at the race.  This is a very common and simple swim format used by triathlons that use pools for their swim and will be easy to understand when described before the race.

500yd Pool Swim in waves of 16 triathletes per wave (50yd pool).

The bike is a 20k out and back on wide shouldered roads with minimal traffic (HELMET REQUIRED). The run is around the UTPB campus with little auto traffic (5k). The limit for number of entries is 112. So, sign up early. NOTE: Pick up of packet allowed race morning.  However, there is NO same day race sign up without prior arrangements.

The Time and Place

University of Texas Permian Basin Campus (UTPB) Pool ~ Odessa is located in West Texas ~ UTPB Pool is located near 42nd (Hwy. 191) & JBS Parkway.  Packet pick up day before the race at Central YMCA - 3001 E. University.

When

SUNDAY Morning starting at 7:30 AM (sharp!) July 27, 2008. You must be parked and ready by 7:00 AM to avoid bike conflicts with traffic.   * SEE THE YMCA HOME PAGE'S CALENDAR FOR DETAILS FOR DATE AND TIME.

IMPORTANT THINGS TO REMEMBER

1 * BRING USA TRIATHLON LICENSE OR PAY 1 DAY FEE.
2 * USAT RULES APPLY
3 * NO DRAFTING
4 * HELMET REQUIRED FOR BIKE

 NO RACE DAY SIGN UP WITHOUT PRIOR APPROVAL

Awards
Age Group Divisions (Male & Female):
Under 18 19-24 25-29 30-34 35-39 40-44 45-49 50-54, 55-59, 60-64,65+ Top 3 in each age group.
Relay Teams Division:
Top 3 in each category will be awarded within 2 categories based on sum of ages within each team (total awards will be 6). Category total age break point will be determined on race day and adjusted for mixed teams.
Athena & Clydesdales Division:
Top 3 in each category.
When possible, there will be no duplication of awards.