The 9th Annual Danisco Prairie Punisher Duathlon, presented by the Gardner Parks and Recreation Department, consists a 5k run, a 34.5k bike ride, followed by a 5k run. A 5k run as well as a 5k walk will be held in conjunction with the Duathlon. All 5k walk proceeds will support Gardner Gold Special Olympics. This event is USAT certified.
2010 Race Results
Duathlon- Individual & Team Events
5K Run Event
5K Walk Event
Please note that due to an unforseen delay in road repairs, the original bike course has changed. THE ENTIRE BIKE ROUTE WILL BE ON PAVEMENT.
| Date | Saturday, July 24 |
| Time | 7:00 a.m. |
| Location | Celebration Park 32701 W. 159th Street Gardner, KS 66030 |
| Register Online |  |
| Registration Form | Click here for a printable registration form |
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| Postmarked By | July 9 | July 17 | After July 17 |
| Duathlon Individuals | $45.00 | $55.00 | $65.00 |
| Duathlon Teams | $55.00 | $65.00 | $75.00 |
| 5k Run | $15.00 | $20.00 | $25.00 |
| 5k Walk | $15.00 | $20.00 | $25.00 |
Make checks payable to Gardner Parks and Recreation. Mail or bring to City Hall, 120 E. Main Street, Gardner, KS 66030. Mail-in deadline is July 17, or register online.
NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION WILL BE ACCEPTED
| Confirmation & Packet Pick-up Confirmation notice and additional information will be emailed on July 20 to registered participants. Packet pick-up times will be: |
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| Thursday July 22nd : 11:00a.m. - 7:00p.m. Gary Gribbles off 119th and Quivira (11908 W. 119th St. Overland Park, KS 66213, Stoll Park Shopping Center) |
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| Friday, July 23rd : 7:30a.m. - 7:00p.m. Gardner City Hall, 120 E. Main Gardner, KS 66030 |
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Rules
As the Danisco Prairie Punisher Duathlon is a USAT sanctioned event, all USAT rules apply. Consult http://www.usatriathlon.org for more information.
- An entrant may not transfer his/her entry. Substitutes will not be allowed to participate.
- A helmet must be worn during the bike segment.
- No drafting allowed.
- All entrants must be checked-in between 5:30 a.m. and 6:30 a.m., Saturday, July 24.
Awards
Awards will be based on participants’ ages as of December 31, 2010 due to USAT requirements, not age on race day.
Duathlon and 5K
Awards will be given to 1st and 2nd Overall Male and Female in each age group
- 19 and under
- 20-24
- 25-29
- 30-34
- 35-39
- 40-44
- 45-49
- 50-54
- 55-59
- 60-64
- 65-69
- 70+
Duathlon Teams
- 1st Co-Ed
- 1st Male
- 1st Female
Race Maps
Bike Course
5k Walk/Run
Timing
Chip timing will be used. A $50.00 fee will be charged if chip is not returned.
Weather
Participants may be exposed to extreme weather conditions including 90+ degree heat and humidity. Participants should train for these conditions and be well-hydrated prior to the event. For information in case of inclement weather, call the weather hotline at 913-905-1770.
There will be no rain date or rescheduling of this event. NO REFUNDS.
For more information, or to volunteer for this event, contact Jason Bruce at 913-856-0936 or at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).