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Hampton, Virginia: June 18-19, 2005

Tri-America Hampton
Race Recap

Race Venue:

Buckroe Beach

Distances:

Saturday: Tri-America Kids Distance
Sunday: International and Sprint Distance

Overview:

The notorious pirate Blackbeard used to scour the shoreline of Hampton in search of treasures - have no fear as they have kept their best secrets hidden far from him. Nestled on scenic Chesapeake Bay, Hampton is the oldest continuous English-speaking settlement in the United States and still boasts that historic charm dating back nearly 400 years. Hampton is also the birthplace of NASA and the original training site of the "Mercury Seven."

What to See and Do:

  • Air Power Park
  • Casemate Museum at Fort Monroe
  • Charles H. Taylor Arts Center
  • Hampton Roads History Center
  • Hampton University Museum
  • Miss Hampton II Harbor Cruises
  • St. John's Church
  • The Hampton Carousel
  • Venture Inn II Whale Watching Cruises
  • Virginia Air & Space Center

Event Distances:

Saturday: Tri-America Kids Distance
Sunday: International and Sprint Distance

Event Information

Please click here to view course information, directions to the venue, parking info, event weekend timetable, and more!

Travel & Lodging :

Click here for travel information including directions to the race site, hotel information, and more.

Event Discussion:

A wealth of information can be found through the support of other athletes on the Sommer Sports Discussion Forum. Following the race post your race report and thank the awesome volunteers in this public forum.

Volunteers:

Be part of all the excitement at one of Sommer Sport's events. Your support is always welcome! Whether you have just a couple of hours to spare, or the entire day, your help will make a difference. Grab a bunch of friends, family or co-workers and create a team to staff one of the water stations located along the course. Positions are available to fit any schedule. Volunteer now!

Questions?

Please visit our Frequently Asked Questions section. You'll find answers to the most commonly asked questions concerning everything from ChampionChip timing to USA Triathlon. Click here to view our registration and refund/transfer policies. A wealth of information can also be found through the support of other athletes on the Sommer Sports Discussion Forum.


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