Race Results: Ironman Louisville 2009 Race Results
Kona: Ironman Lousville 2009 Kona Qualifier
Participants: Ironman Louisville 2009 Participants
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The 2.4 mile swim for Ford Ironman Louisville takes place in the Ohio River and the bike and run course goes through various areas of Louisville to include not only downtown but also Prospect, Clifton, the city of LaGrange, Clarksville, Ind. and Butchertown. The race will also feature a spectacular finish at Fourth St. Live.
Athlete Check In Information
Athlete check-in will take place at the Galt House Hotel & Suites (140 N. Fourth Street, Louisville, KY 40202) beginning Thursday, August 23. Please refer to the event schedule for the hours of athlete check-in. To complete the check-in process, athletes will need photo identification and show proof of current USA Triathlon (USAT) membership or purchase a one-day license ($10.00 USD). In addition to emergency contact information, we will also ask each athlete to provide the name, room number and phone number of the hotel or private residence where they will be staying during race week. ALL RACE PACKETS MUST BE PICKED UP BY 5:00 P.M. ON FRIDAY, AUGUST 24. Professional athletes are required to submit proof of professional status at check-in.
Athlete Wristband
A wristband printed with your race number will be affixed to your wrist at athlete check-in. This band will identify you as an official participant and must be worn during the entire week. The wristband is required for medical identification purposes and allows you access to the banquets, transition area and post-race athlete recovery area. You will not be allowed to remove your bicycle and/or gear from the transition area following the race without your wristband affixed to your wrist. Please do not remove your wristband until after the awards banquet or you will be denied entry.
Mandatory Bike, Helmet & Gear Bag Check-In
Mandatory bike, helmet and gear bag check-in is Saturday, August 25 from 12:00 - 5:00 p.m. at the Great Lawn (Waterfront Park). All bicycles, helmets and gear bags must be checked into the transition area and left overnight. You will have access to your bike beginning at 5:00 a.m. on race morning, but you will not be allowed to remove your bike from transition until the start of the bike portion of the race.
You will receive a blue bike gear bag and a red run gear bag at athlete check-in. Please pack your gear in the appropriate bag and place them on the proper bag rack. Be sure your running gear has reflective material on the front and back of your clothes and shoes. You will not have access to your bike and run gear bags on race morning until after the swim, so please plan accordingly.
Athlete Check InBe sure all of your gear is clearly marked with your name and race number. Bicycles, helmets and bike and run gear bags will not be permitted to enter the transition area on race morning. Full bike covers are not permitted.
Morning Clothes Bag
You will receive a green morning clothes bag at athlete check-in. Prior to the swim start on race morning, place any items (e.g., dry clothes, car or hotel room key, meds) you may need at the finish line in your morning clothes bag. Leave the bag in the designated drop area inside the transition area. Your bag may be retrieved after the race in the athlete recovery area at KICC. Any items that do not fit inside the morning clothes bag, such as bike pumps and backpacks, will not be accepted.
Race Morning Check-in Procedure
The transition area will open at 5:00 a.m. on race day. Body marking will begin at this time just outside of the transition area. Do not number yourself expecting to bypass check-in. You will not be permitted in the transition area on race day without your wristband, swim cap, timing chip and your body marked. If you have misplaced any of these items, please see the transition area director for a replacement. Please do not apply sunscreen, oil, Vaseline or lotion until after you have been body marked.
Bike and Run Special Foods Bags
You will receive a blue bike special foods bag and red run special foods bag at athlete check-in. A special foods station will be located near the mid-point on the bike and run course. These special foods stations are for special nutritional purposes only and only food items will be allowed in the bags. All unclaimed bags will be discarded after the station is closed. Prior to the swim start, leave your bags in the designated drop area inside the transition area.
Race Day Schedule
Start | End | Event | Location |
| 5:00 AM | 6:30 AM | Transition Area Open; Athlete Body Marking | Great Lawn |
| 5:30 AM | 12:00 AM | Media Center | Galt House (Sampson) |
| 5:00 AM | 4:00 PM | Ironman Retail & Bike Tech | Great Lawn |
| 6:50 AM | | Pro Start | Great Lawn |
| 7:00 AM | | Age Group Start | Great Lawn |
| 10:00 AM | 12:00 AM | Ironman Retail & Bike Tech | Galt House (Ballroom A) |
| 5:00 PM | 10:00 PM | Race Office | Galt House (Combs/Chandler) |
| 6:00 PM | 1:00 AM | Mandatory Bike & Gear Recovery | Great Lawn |
Source: www.ironmanlouisville.com, RunTri.com analysis
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