New England Season Opener
May 11, 2008
Hopkinton State Park
8:30AM Start
Sprint Duathlon: 2 Mile Run, 11.8 Mile Bike, 3.1 Mile Run
Sprint Triathlon: 1/4 Mile Swim, 11.8 Mile Bike, 3.1 Mile Run
The NE Season Opener at Hopkinton State Park is the best kickoff race to the season.
We added a Sprint Triathlon to last year’s successful Duathlon to give you guys a choice
for 2008. The State Park is a beautiful location with tree lined park roads and a picturesque
reservoir. The course travels through historic Southborough, Ashland and Hopkinton.
Whether you compete in the Du or the Tri, this is an early season race not to be missed!
"Thank you for a great triathlon. I have been doing them around New England for the
past 12 years and I must say that this was the best organized and supplied race I have done.
The sense of community and support from both the other athletes as well as the volunteers
was great! You don't normally see everyone sticking around until the end at most races-it
was a nice to see. I am definitely looking forward to your race schedule next year! Thanks!"
Melisa R.
Registration
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In-person registration available at Hopkinton State Park on Saturday
from 3-6pm and on Sunday before 7am. |
| Duathlon & Triathlon |
| Reg. thru April 27th, 2008 |
After April 27th, 2008 |
Race Day Registration |
| Individual: $50 |
$55 |
$60 |
| Relay Team: $60 |
$65 |
$70 |
| *Non USAT Members add $10 one day fee |
| *Each relay member must pay $10 USAT Fee |
Race Maps
Swim Course
The swim takes place in the Hopkinton reservoir - clean, spacious, scenic and calm.
Family and friends can watch too, given the ample room afforded by the transition
area and swim start. The water will be cool, (65’) wetsuits are highly recommended.
Check out some great deals for wetsuit purchase and rental on our sponsor page.
Duathlon Run Leg#1
The first leg of the Duathlon is a simple out and back run of 2 miles in length. You’ll
begin at Max’s Arch when the gun goes off and run briefly across the beach for some
added fun! This run leg is entirely within Hopkinton State Park on park roads.
Bike Course
The bike leg is an excellent course. It begins on park roads, with downhill turns
and rolling terrain through Southborough and Ashland. You’ll experience one
stimulating hill to make it even more exciting, as you cross the start of the
famous Boston Marathon. You’ll finish with a fun downhill as you enter the park
for the final run leg.
Run Course
The final part of both races finish with a 5-k run, 100% inside the scenic Park.
Crowd cheers echoing off the reservoir will help you as you make your way to the
300-yd. flagged chute to the huge arched finish line.
Transition Area Map
Directions & Lodging
Hopkinton State Park
268 Cedar Street, Hopkinton, MA 01748
From Route I-495(north or south) ) to exit 21A, Main Street Hopkinton.
Travel on Main Street until the third traffic light located at the heart of downtown Hopkinton.
Turn left, traveling North on Route 85. Proceed approximately 2-miles to the Hopkinton State Park.
Entrance on the right (do not enter the Field Office on the left).
Lodging
We have obtained discounted rates at the following hotels. Remember to mention
Max Performance to obtain the discount.
| Fairfield Inn |
Milford |
508.478.0900 |
| Holiday Inn Express |
Milford |
508.634.1054 |
| Courtyard Marriott |
Westborough |
508.480.0015 |
Results
2007 Results
