MALAKOFF UNIVERSITY DUATHLON SERIES AT A GLANCE WHAT IS A DUATHLON Duathlon is a multi-sport event that consists of three separate race sections bearing some resemblance to a triathlon, however, duathlon featuring only two disciplines. A duathlon typically comprises of a run, followed by a bicycle segment, wrapping up with a final lap of run. Standard distances for duathlon competitions vary starting from 3km Run - 14km Bike - 3km Run (e.g. Malakoff University Duathlon Series), to 11.4km Run - 64km Bike - 11.4km Run (e.g. Malakoff Powerman Asian Duathlon Championships), and right up to a grueling 10km Run - 150km Bike - 30km Run distance for premier duathlon competitions (e.g. Powerman Zofingen in Switzerland). Page 1 of 5
THE MALAKOFF UNIVERSITY DUATHLON SERIES The Malakoff University Duathlon Series (MUDS) is specifically designed with a manageable distance when compared to professional duathlons, providing nonprofessionals, amateurs and beginners an opportunity to experience the thrill of competing in a duathlon. MUDS is an initiative under Malakoff s flagship Corporate Social Responsibility platform the Malakoff Community Partnerships, which aims to encourage greater participation in multi-sport endurance events, especially amongst students. The goal of the initiative is to encourage the development of a sustainable Duathlete Community in Malaysia. The event also serves as a training platform for the avid Duathlete Community as they move on to conquer bigger international Duathlon tournaments such as the Malakoff Powerman Asian Duathlon Championships. MUDS 2013 TARGET RACERS: 900 MUDS 2012 Total Racers: 750 The inaugural MUDS was organised in 2003 attracting some 321 participants vying for the top spots. Since then, the Series has gained considerable popularity among avid racers and duathletes with over 750 participants joining the race last year. MUDS 2003 Total Racers: 321 Given the eagerness of previous years participants as well as host universities, Malakoff continues to champion this event for the seventh year increasing its target for 2013 to over 900 duathletes. Page 2 of 5
RACE INFORMATION MUDS 1 MUDS 2 MUDS 3 Host University: Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia Universiti Malaya Universiti Putra Malaysia Race Date: 11 May 2013 18 May 2013 1 June 2013 Race Distance: 3km Run - 13.8km Bike - 3km Run 3.5km Run - 11.4km Bike - 3.5km Run 3km Run - 13km Bike - 3km Run Race Start / Transition / Finish Venue: Dataran Wawasan, UPNM Parking Lot, Pusat Sukan, UM Parking Lot, Pusat Sukan, UPM Race Start Time: 7.30am - Bike / Gear Check-in 9.30am - Race Start Closing Date for entries: 7 May 2013 14 May 2013 28 May 2013 RACE CATEGORIES AND PRIZES RACE CATEGORIES PRIZES University Men s & Women s Placing medals for Top Five Finishers Open Men s & Women s Placing medals for Top Five Finishers Team Relay Men s & Mixed Placing medals for Top Three Finishers Page 3 of 5
UNIVERSITY INCENTIVES To encourage higher participation from varsity students, the university which allocates at least 15 individual participants and one team, or more will qualify and be entitled to the following incentives: CATEGORY MINIMUM PARTICIPANTS INDIVIDUALS TEAMS INCENTIVE A 50 5 B 30 3 C 15 1 RM3,000 (limited to three RM1,500 (limited to five RM1,000 (limited to eight *Terms and conditions apply. Kindly refer to the race website for details. UNIVERSITY AWARDS Further to this, the Top University Trophy will be awarded to the university with the highest participation in the three legs and the Best University Trophy will go to the university with the best results throughout the Series. REGISTRATION Register now at www.duathlonseries.com.my. This is the best opportunity for you to try a multi-sport event and gear up to sweep the top spots with your friends or to compete in the spirit of sportsmanship. Page 4 of 5
OTHER MALAKOFF COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS SPORTING INITIATIVES Malakoff continues to power other Community Sports initiative. Upcoming events include: Duathlon Malakoff Powerman Asian Duathlon Championships (27 October 2013) Runs Malakoff-UTM Eco Run (25 November 2013) Malakoff 12km and 7km, Kuala Lumpur Run (15 December 2013) Rides Malakoff Annual Charity Ride (24-26 May 2013) Malakoff Interstate Fellowship Ride (31 December 2013 01 January 2014) FOR MORE INFORMATION Please visit our website at www.malakoff.com.my or the official Facebook page at www.facebook.com/malakoff.mcp. Alternatively, you may visit www.malakoffrun.com.my, www.duathlonseries.com.my and www.powerman.com.my for further details on the events. Page 5 of 5