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Thursday, March 12, 2009

ARGUS 2009 Facts

OK here are a few that may be of a bit more interest than the “standard” facts we do:

Before you get upset about your slow time, how bad is it really on the scale below?
Target time Equivalent 2009 “Storm” time
2:45 3:10
3:00 3:35
3:15 3:55
3:30 4:20
3:45 4:45
4:00 5:05
4:15 5:25
4:30 5:45
5:00 6:25
5:30 7:10
6:00
8:00

In 2008, 1781 people did a “Sub-3”. In 2009 there were only 111.
In 2008, 12844 people did a sub-4. In 2009 there were 4467.
In 2008, 21765 people did a sub-5. In 2009 there were 12077.

Of the 73 start groups, only 2 made it through the first 100m without anyone crashing.

Penny Krohn retained her record of 25 consecutive age group victories
The magnificent 7 all retained their perfect record of finishing every tour so far

OK maybe a few more useless facts tomorrow morning if I have time…

David
General Manager
Race Administration Systems