2012 Escape from Alcatraz with Simon Lessing
June 8, 2012 - June 10, 2012
Experience one of the world's greatest sporting events, under the guidance of 4-time Escape Champion, and course record holder, Simon Lessing*!
By far the most unique start of any triathlon anywhere. Competitors are taken by ferry boat to just off Alcatraz Island, jump off, and swim the 1.5-miles to shore through waters that were once thought to be ‘un-swimmable' (watch the video here). Bike 18 miles through the Presidio and Golden Gate Park, and finally end the race with a beautiful 8-mile run along the San Francisco shoreline and under the Golden Gate Bridge.
CEO Challenges has secured ‘impossible to get' slots to the race and VIP passes, plus the opportunity to gain insider knowledge from the person that has raced over the course faster than anyone else.
See a photo gallery from the 2011 CEO Challenge at the Escape from Alcatraz HERE.
* Simon has not only won this race 4 times, but he has been rated as the greatest triathlete of all time (220 magazine), holds the world record for the Olympic distance triathlon, and is 5 time world triathlon champion.
What's Included in the Program
- Two nights accommodation in the Fisherman's Wharf area
- Expert support, advice, and guidance by 4-time Escape Champion (and course record holder) Simon Lessing, including a personal tour of the bike course
- Guaranteed entry into the Escape from Alcatraz triathlon, without having to enter the lottery
- Two (2) passes to the exclusive VIP stage at the finish line (with food and beverages) per member
- Private Dinner with the Pros (2-time Ironman World Champion Craig Alexander in 2011) on Friday night, Saturday pre-race strategy session, and Saturday afternoon reception at the race venue
- CEO Challenges Team racing uniform, complete Hincapie cycling kit (bib shorts, jersey, and long sleeve jersy), triathlon competition top, and polarized competition sunglasses from Zeal Optics to the top finishers
- Awards to the top CEO Challenge finishers on stage at the Escape from Alcatraz awards ceremony
- Donation to the Challenged Athletes Foundation charity on behalf of each CEO Challenge competitor
Event Schedule
Friday, June 8
- Check into the CEO Challenges host hotel in the Fisherman's Wharf area
4:30pm - Meet in the lobby (with wetsuits) and travel to Maritime Beach for a 20-minute practice swim, led by Simon Lessing (hosts will watch your things while you swim)
6:00pm - CEO Welcome Reception & Dinner with the Pros (Craig Alexander in 2011) - Fisherman's Wharf
Saturday, June 9
8:00am - Race-Day Strategy discussion - for both Athletes & Spectators
10:00am - Private bus transportation to drive the bike course. Group tour led by Simon Lessing
12:45pm - Transportation provided to Marina Green
1:00pm - Athlete Meeting at Festival Stage
1:30pm - CEO Challenges packet pick-up (private for CEO Challenge competitors only)
2:00pm - Corporate Challenge Reception (private)
Dinner - On own
Sunday, June 10
5:30am - Meet in front of the hotel. Athletes ride bikes over to Marina Green, transition bags (and spectators) are transported by car to the VIP parking lot next to the race venue
6:00am - 6:20am - Set up T1 and T2 transition gear at bike racks
6:30am - Board bus from Marina Green to Pier 3 to load competitors on the start boat, 'The San Francisco Belle' (Spectators have the choice of joining their athletes on the boat, or wait at the swim exit to watch them come out of the water and depart on their bikes)
6:40am - CEO Challenge athletes and VIP guests access the very quite, very private VIP area on Level 3 of the boat
6:45am - Start Boat departs for Alcatraz Island and the Swim Start
7:20am - CEO Challenge athletes move down to the the 'Special Guest' area on Level 1 of the boat to prepare for swim start
7:30am - Pros jump from the boat and begin the swim, followed by Wave 1, including CEO Challenge athletes. Spectators can watch the swim start from the deck of level 1 of the boat!
7:30am - VIP Hospitality Area Opens for guests at Marina Green finish line (until 2pm)
9:30am - First Professional Finishes
Approx. 10:00am - First CEO Challenge athlete finishes
11:30am - CEO Challenge awards and pictures in the VIP area behind the VIP stands
11:45am - Awards at Festival Stage - Top male and female CEOs receive their trophies on stage
Depart
Event Costs
- Entry Fee: $3,950 USD Accommodations, race entry, VIP pass for two, expert advice from Simon Lessing, racing tri top, cycling kit, Dinner with the Pros
Eligibility
How to Enter
Register for this event using our Registration Form
