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Armed Forces Challenge

Ironman 70.3 Armed Forces Challenge
Lawrence, Kansas
June 6th, 2010

Armed Forces Challenge

  • Individual Men
  • Individual Women
  • Team
  • Relay (Male, Female, Co-ed)

Athletes will sign up online or at PACKET PICK-UP the week of the race. There will be a special Armed Forces Challenge table set up at registration. Team members must be from the same Armed Forces branch.

Prizes will be awarded to the top five individual finishers, as well as the top three teams. 

 

Qualifications:

  • Competition is reserved to active-duty/reserve-duty military personnel. Air Force, Navy, Army, Marines, Coast Guard, and National Guard.
  • No professional triathletes are eligible to compete in the Ironman Armed Forces Challenge.
  • Teams can have an unlimited number of team members.  
  • Team scoring will be based on the top 3 men's times and the top 2 women's times. (These 5 athletes overall times will be added for the total team time) 
  • The Relay Division will have 3 awards – first overall male, first overall female and first overall Co-ed Relay Teams.

Fact Sheet/Frequently Asked Questions about the Ironman Armed Forces Challenge.

Who:  All active duty/reserve duty military personnel.   Military I.D is required at packet pickup.

What:  Ironman Armed Forces Challenge

Why: To find out whom the top Ironman service members are in the world!

Where: Lawrence, Kansas

When:  June 6, 2010 (a component of Ironman 70.3 Kansas)

How do I register for the Ironman 70.3 Armed Forces Challenge?

Sign up at http://www.active.com/framed/event_detail.cfm?event_id=1755047 
Choose the Armed Forces Challenge Category

Can I compete as an individual and with the team?

Yes. Athletes can compete as both an individual and with the team at the Ironman Armed Forces Challenge.

How do I register as a member of  my Military Branch team?

Athletes can register as a team at PACKET PICK-UP the week of the event.  

What are the different categories for the Ironman 70.3 Armed Forces Challenge?

  • Individual Men
  • Individual Women
  • Relay (Male, Female, Co-ed)
  • Team

What are the awards for the Ironman 70.3 Armed Forces Challenge?

Awards will be given to the top three teams and top five individuals to complete the Ironman Armed Forces Challenge. There will also be a special “Patriot” award given to the Military team with the most participants.

Am I still eligible for Ironman World Championship 70.3 spots if I compete in the Ironman 70.3 Armed Forces Challenge?

Yes. Athletes who compete in the Ironman 70.3 Armed Forces Challenge still compete in their normal age group for Ironman World Championship 70.3 spots and age group awards.

  • Armed Forces Challenge athletes will enjoy the hospitality of America's heartland! 
  • Athlete's families will be hosted in a special Armed Forces Challenge VIP tent as well as being entertained with live entertainment and a special “Kids Zone” for visiting families.
  • Armed Forces Challenge athletes will also enjoy a discounted entry fee into the event.  (offer is not retroactive)