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Freaky Flatlanders   

Sunday, August 05, 2007 ::: Lake Wilson, Kansas: Freaky Flatlanders Triathlon
Long Course ::: Swim ½ mile, Bike 30 miles, Run 6.2 miles
Short Course ::: Swim ¼ mile, Bike 10 miles, Run 3.1 miles
 
Start Time:
  • 7:30 am for long course
  • Short course will start after completion of long course swim
  • Location: Lake Wilson, Hell Creek State Park, Wheatgrass Area
     
    Phone: (620) 786-1597
    email: Wheatgrassracing@yahoo.com
     
    Race Website: wheatgrassracing.com - (may still be under construction)
    Price: $45.00 Individual $82.50 Relay
     
    Course Info: Do not let the name fool you! This is a very hilly course with some freaky climbing both on the bike and on the foot.
  • A very hilly bike course and a very hilly run. Long course bike ride turns around in Sylvan Grove, short course turns around at the Dam.
  • Open water swim across State Park Cove.
  • Bike course is very hilly and will take participants to Sylvan Grove for the long course turnaround (and the Dam for the short course turnaround). Run is also hilly with long course turnaround in Otoe Park Area and short course turnaround at the entrance to Hell Creek Park Area.
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    More: This race takes place in a state park area. Kansas Wildlife and Parks permit required, day passes are available.
  • Accomodations available at the Midland Hotel in Wilson, 8 miles from the lake. Phone 785-658-2284
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    Directions To Race: Lake Wilson is located five miles North of Interstate 70 at the Wilson/Lucas exit.
  • Lake Wilson is situated approximately 50 miles between Hays and Salina.
  • Half way between Hays and Salina on I-70. Take exit 206 at Highway 232, head north for 8 miles, turn left at entrance to Wilson Lake. Cross the bridge and continue for .7 mile, turn right at entrance to Hell Creek State Park. Continue on the main road, take the 3rd left into Wheatgrass Area.
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    2006 Results At: Click Here
    2005 Results At: TriFind.com

     

    Wilson Kansas: Wilson is located in central Kansas, 95 miles west of Junction City, and 138 miles northwest of Wichita

    Wilson State Park: Wilson State Park is located on the southeastern edge of Wilson Lake, one of Kansas' premier recreation hotspots to fish, hike, or just enjoy the outdoors. The Hell Creek Area provides the convenience of a three-lane boat ramp, multiple shower houses, and modern campground amenities.

     

     

     

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    This TriFind.com News Department race information page was updated on 02/03/06 Some information may have changed, always contact race officials before making your final race plans.

     

    Race Name: Freaky Flatlanders Triathlon
    Phone: (620) 786-1597  
     

    email: Wheatgrassracing@yahoo.com