MERCER ISLAND CYCLING TIME TRIAL

June 13, 2010..........8:30-10AM

Northwest Senior Games: Special New Event for 2010

COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course will start at the Boys and Girls Club (B&G Club) [2825 W Mercer Way] and head South down W Mercer Way continuing on E Mercer Way and finishing at the Mercerwood Shore Club MSC [4150 E Mercer Way]. The course is 15.6 km (9.8 mi). A course map and elevation profile are provided below.

PARKING: Very limited parking will be available at both the B&G Club and MSC. Do not park at MSC in member's only parking unless you are a member. Because of the limited availability of parking, it is highly advised that you ride your bicycle to the race course or carpool.

Additional parking close to the start of the race is available at: The Lid Park (http://www.mercergov.org/page.asp?navid=613). The Lid parking lot is 0.7 km (0.4 mi)North of the race start on W Mercer Way. The Mercer Island Community Center [8226 SE 24th St]. (http://www.mercergov.org/Page.asp?NavID=2014). The MICC is 2.1 km (1.6 mi) from the start and about half way between the start and finish lines.

Additional parking close to the finish line (0.8 km or 0.5 mi) will be available at the Mercer Island City Hall [9611 SE 36th St]. (http://www.mercergov.org/Page.asp?NavID=1709)

RESTROOMS: Start: A portable toilet is available at the Lid Park parking lot on W Mercer Way. Restrooms are also available at the summit of the Lid Park bike path. Restrooms are available for use at the B&G Club. Finish: Restrooms will be available at MSC..

COST: The race is open to amateur racers age 20 years and over. Cost is $30 per racer.

REGISTRATION: The City of Mercer Island has placed new restrictions on the number of cyclists that may participate in the time trial. Registration on-line is closed for the event but those wishing to have a chance to participate may enter a lottery for the remaining slots. To do so , you must be age 40 or over and we must receive your mail-in registration (see PDF form) with payment by check no later than May 22, 2010. You will be notified on May 24, 2010 of the outcome of the drawing and applications/checks from those who are not selected will be shredded.

DONATIONS: This race has been organized by volunteers. A collection jar will be provided at both the start and the finish line for donations to the Fred Hutchison Cancer Research Center or the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance. A donation of $5 or more is recommended.

RACE OFFICIALS:

• Race Commissioner: Richard Daifuku
• Race Director: Joel Blatt (Joel has been responsible for the Cougar Mountain Time Trial (http://www.climb4cancer.net/)

STARTING ORDER: Age brackets are based on the athlete's age as of December 31, 2010. The age brackets consist of five year groups starting at age 40 for both men and women (40-44, 45-49, etc). Start times will be every 1 minute. Starts will be in the order men 40-44, 45-49, etc, then women in the same age order. Starting order will be provided by E-mail before the race.

Racers to be started between 8:30AM and 10AM.

Race numbers: Race numbers will be provided on race day, and are to be picked up at the registration table outside the B&G Club. Please be prepared to provide proof of your age.Race number pick-up will start at 7:30 AM and run until 9:30 AM.

SAFETY:

• All riders must use a Snell or Ansi approved helmet.
• All cyclists must provide their own bicycle.
• Police will be present at the start, finish and at major intersections.
• Though there will be course marshals, this is not a closed course. You must obey all rules of the road. Crossing the center line will be potential cause for disqualification.
• If you plan on using aerobars, it is highly advised that you practice on this course before the race. Aerobars alter bicycle handling and do not typically have brake levers. This is particularly important on E Mercer, as the road has many sharp turns.
• Branford Bike will have a tent near the start line and will provide minor wrenching, lubrication, and air for tires.

RULES:

• A time trial is an individual race against the clock.
• Please do not "warm up" on W Mercer Way, South of the start after the race has started at 8:30. Some alternatives are North from the start on W Mercer, or the I-90 trail across the bridge.
• Obey all stop signs.
• Starting times will be at equal intervals of 1 minute. No allowances will be made for mechanical or other mishaps.
• The rider will be held by an official at the start but will be neither restrained nor pushed.
• Please do not attempt to pass cars and obey all rules of the road while racing. Crossing the center line will be a cause for disqualification.
• Drafting is not allowed, and is a possible basis for disqualification. You must not remain within 2 meters (6 feet) behind a rider and you must try to pass 1 m (3 feet) to the left side.
• As E Mercer is a road with many sharp turns, it is important, if you are going to pass, that you do so safely. Warn the rider you are overtaking [stating "left" or "on your left" will suffice] and pass quickly.
The rider being passed should stay as far to the right of the road as practicable and safe. Passing on the right is prohibited.
• Riders must be able to complete the course in under 1 hour.
• Please do not "cool down" on E Mercer Way South of the finish. Some alternatives are N Mercer Way or the I-90 bicycle trail. Obey all stop signs and traffic lights.

PRIZES: Medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in each age category. Race organizers reserve the right to pool awards for younger age groups. Awards will be made to the top three finishers in the 50 and over age category, and the top three finishers in the under 50 age category. There will be separate awards for men and women. There will be a raffle for other prizes after completion of the race in the MSC parking lot.

SPONSORS:

• Hagens Berman Sobol Shapiro LLP
• Brandford Bike (www.branfordbike.com)
• Footworks
• Club Emerald
• Boys and Girls Club of Mercer Island
• Mercerwood Shore Club
• City of Mercer Island
• Seattle Parks and Recreation
• Footworks Physical Therapy
• Speedy Reedy Multisport and Tri-Supply
• Nuun Active Hydration

COMMISSIONER: Richard Daifuku has been a lifelong cyclist. Originally a commuter, up to 40 miles a day, Richard got involved in racing about three years ago, after watching his son Chris successfully lead the Western Washington University cycling team to a National Collegiate championship. Richard competes in both cyclocross and road racing, but focuses on time trials.

Contact: rdaifuku@hotmail.com (206) 232-0061