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SNAP AUSTRALIAN HALF IRONMAN SERIES POINTS CHAMPIONSHIP POISED FOR SOME DRAMATIC FINISHES – TROPHIES TO BE AWARDED AT IRONMAN 70.3 CEREMONY

The points tally following Race 5 of the Snap Half Ironman Series Championship has become very interesting and exciting as we head to the grand finale of the Series, the Snap Ironman 70.3 at Geelong on 10th February to find our Australian Half Ironman Champions. Each champion will receive a trophy and free entry into April’s Panthers Ironman Australia. To top this off we will also be recognising the overall highest points earner from all races with a special prize. Please Click Here to read more and view the Series Points Leaders


The 2008 SNAP IRONMAN 70.3 GEELONG would not be possible without the support of our fantastic sponsors



Welcome to the 1200-plus triathletes from Australia and around the world participating in the inaugural Snap Ironman 70.3 Geelong. The City of Greater Geelong is thrilled to host this major sporting event, which is the only Australian qualifier for the prestigious Ironman 70.3 World Championships

Our spectacular waterfront, which has played host to a number of world class events, provides the perfect backdrop for Snap Ironman 70.3 Geelong. Upcoming events being held at the Waterfront will include the 2009 Australian Masters Games and the 2010 UCI World Road Cycling Championships

I’d like to wish all competitors the very best for the Snap Ironman 70.3 Geelong
Mayor Cr Bruce Harwood, City of Greater Geelong



Snap Printing wishes all competitors all the best for the first Snap Ironman 70.3 Geelong. We are proud to be associated with such a world class event. Good Luck to everyone involved!



ASICS is a proud sponsor of Snap Ironman 70.3 Geelong and wishes all competitors the best of luck in the Event. If you need to update your joggers or are after the latest in footwear technology, head to the ASICS expo booth for all your last minute run-leg needs, including great bargains on footwear and accessories.



Shimano are pleased to be the Official Bike Leg sponsor of the Ironman 70.3 Geelong Triathlon. We will also be providing mechanical assistance to competitors on Saturday 9 February in the Ironman 70.3 Village and during the race



Best wishes on a fantastic race from the entire team from Jaggad! Come and visit us at the Expo to see the great range of Jaggad products on offer


Gatorade was developed by scientists to meet the very real hydration needs of high-performance athletes and is now the most researched sports drink on earth. Created in the lab, proven on the sports field, Gatorade delivers exactly what you need to perform at your best: fluids, electrolytes, carbohydrates and great tasting flavours

Gatorade, on-course in Geelong and fuelling you to the finish - www.gatorade.com.au



PowerBar wishes you all the best for the Snap Ironman 70.3 Geelong. We will be providing you with on course nutrition with Performance Bars available at the run stations and Gels you will receive in your competitor kit bags. For any last minute purchases, please come and visit the PowerBar stand at the Expo.

PowerBar, Premium Sports Nutrition. www.powerbar.com.au



As Official Timer and Heart Rate Monitor of the Ironman 70.3 Geelong, Timex would like to wish all competitors the best of luck on Race Day. Come and visit us at the Expo to check out the latest Timex products



Cbd Cycles has been providing triathlon race support for over 10 years. We will be set up at the Ironman 70.3 Village with some fantastic deals and plenty of specials. For example profile aero drink bottle. ONLY $25.00. Cbd Cycles Bento Boxes $25. CO2 cylinders $5 each with a $2 buy back if you don't use them!! Plenty of nutrition. Support the store that supports triathlon. www.cbdcycles.com

See you at the Race,

Anthony, Dave and the Crew



With views of Corio Bay, the Mercure Hotel Geelong is minutes from Eastern Beach and just a short distance to the splendour of the Great Ocean Road.  Located within the Geelong Central Business District, the Mercure Hotel Geelong is within easy reach of all business, shopping and entertainment precincts.  The region boasts numerous golf courses, magnificent beaches and fantastic sightseeing.

The Hotel offers 137 Standard and Bayview accommodation rooms, all well equipped to ensure your stay is comfortable with large rooms (30 sq metres), baths with spa jets, bay and city views, windows that can be opened for fresh air, Foxtel, in house movies, internet access, secure key card access, climate control, guest laundry, off-street car parking and 24 hour room service & reception.




Good luck to all competitors from Quest Geelong!



The Geelong Advertiser wishes you good health during the Event and invites you to view our coverage of the Snap Ironman 70.3 Geelong at www. geelongadvertiser.com.au or in the only local daily newspaper available at your local newsagency. Coverage will commence inside the Friday 8 February edition and highlights will appear the Monday and Tuesday following

The Geelong Advertiser partners the people of Geelong in celebrating our great town and all the great festivals and events that happen here. With more than 123,000 readers each Saturday, why not pick up the Addy and read about our great region. All the best.



We’ll get you to the starting line… but finishing is up to you

Thank-you to all the athletes that chose to book their accommodation, flights or packages with Tri Travel for the inaugural Snap Ironman 70.3 Geelong. As Tri Travel is based in Geelong we are very passionate about the event and cannot wait for the weekend.

For those athletes who qualify to compete at this year’s Ironman 70.3 World Championship in Clearwater, Florida you can count on Tri Travel to get you there efficiently and easily as possible. After travelling to the event last year with a small (but very enthusiastic group) of athletes and their partners, Tri Travel can now pass on invaluable information about the location, the course and event to you. Last year’s tour was ‘one of the best’ with all the Aussies catching up and creating an incredible atmosphere – the after party is still being talked about.

So once you know you are off to Florida, be sure to contact Tri Travel on 1800 225 022 or email res@tritravel.com.au to secure your booking to this great event.

Good Luck on Sunday

The Tri Travel team



Keep an eye out for the K Rock Van who will be giving away Big M 500ml Double strength Iced Coffee

 

Le Tan, maker of Australia's Favourite sunscreen and tanning products,  is turning 30 this year!  To celebrate, the brand's focussing on keeping Aussies, fit, healthy and of course, sunsmart!  Le Tan's fantastic SPF 30+ Sport  Ultra  Gel sunscreen and mist sprays ,are  non greasy, so no more slippery hands! It's also very long-lasting, so it will protect you throughout the gruelling triathlon conditions.

Be sure to look out for Le Tan man at the Snap Ironman 70.3 Geelong.  He will be handing out free drink bottles and Le Tan Sports 30+ sunscreen, so you can stay sunsmart all day long!  For more on Le Tan, please visit www.letan.com.au


KIDS Foundation in their streams of bright yellow, look forward to supporting you at the Aid stations along the way and cheering you over the finish line at the Snap Ironman 70.3 Geelong. Make sure you and your family make time over the weekend to come down to the KIDS Entertainment Area at the Ironman 70.3 Village for some fun and entertainment and help support KIDS Foundation. We hope that you are all feeling well and injury free and prepared for a great race. See you there. Good luck from all the team at KIDS Foundation!

BP Portarlington Rd has generously allowed its surrounding roads to be closed for the Snap Ironman 70.3 Geelong to take place. The BP service station will also act as an Aid Station on course, so please support BP Portarlington Rd by filling up before you drive home after the Race!