The Third Annual Try-Puff-Alon will be held Saturday, September 6, 2008 at 11 am, with a celebration to follow at 1 Harkness Rd in Pelham. Note the earlier time.
The 2008 announcement: Poster
The bicycling course has changed from previous years due to road improvements in Amherst. We begin on the far side of Puffer's Pond, swim across, bike 5 miles (out and back route), and then run 1.5 miles.
The details on the course are here: Course Route
For more information and to sign-up, contact Kevin at khartzel@larp.umass.edu
Question: Are flotation devices allowed?
Yes, but you must bring your own. Swimming is at your own risk.
Question: Is there a place to change between events?
No, in a real triathlon (so we're told) you usually wear all clothes or quickly put on additional clothing.
Question: Is there a bike rack?
Yes, and there will be helpers watching over your bike, sneakers, etc.
Question: How long do you think it will take?
It seems to take about 1 hour for normal people, closer to 45 minutes for someone in good shape.
Question: I am not a good swimmer and would like to skip that event.
You are welcome to participate and begin when the last swimmer comes out of the water.
However, you are declared ineligible for the prizes.
Question: Where is the celebration?
At Kevin's house in Pelham on 1 Harkness Rd.
Question: How can you afford to pull off such a sophisticated event?
The participation fee is $10 (financial aid is available), to be paid on the day of the event.
To consider: "I took lessons in bicycle riding. But I could only afford half of them. Now I can ride a unicycle." -- Steven Wright