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The "Endurance Capital of the World!"

Auburn is known (by official City Council proclamation) as the "Endurance Capital of the World'. The community plays host to the world-famous Western States 100-mile endurance run, the Tevis Cup 100-mile endurance horse ride and the Auburn World's Toughest Half and International Triathlon events. Visit the web site for details.


LODGING


AUBURN LODGING

Super 8 Motel - 140 E Hillcrest Dr (West off Foresthill Rd exit I-80 exit): 888-8808. Auburn Triathlon rate of $71 + tax for all rooms! From the West, take Foresthill Rd I-80 exit, turn Left over freeway (From East turn right off exit), go right at the Bowman Rd traffic light, then quick left on E Hillcrest Dr. Click here for details on this nice venue. Pool, jacuzzi, non-smoking rooms, cable, ask for fridge/micro room. Walking distance to several restaurants and Raley’s supermarket, right off I-80. Ask for the jacuzzi room! Sells out quick so call early. Mention "Auburn Triathlon" for the special rate.

The Holiday Inn Auburn is located right in the heart of Auburn adjacent to Interstate-80. This is the most upscale option in the region, an enclosed building with outstanding accomodations, a beautiful courtyard with swimming pool and jacuzzi, a fitness center and a Marie Callendars restaurant attached.

Directions: Exit I-80 west or east at Hwy 49. From eastbound 80, go Left, cross under freeway. (From westbound 80 you go straight off exit, across 49, and into the In 'N Out Burger and Hotel drive). Turn into In 'N Out Burger/Holiday Inn parking lot immediately adjacent to the North side of the freeway. 120 Grass Valley Hwy (49&80 right at offramp). 530-887-8787. Race Registration will be held here on Saturday afternoon.

Auburn Triathlon special rate is $129 for double double or king.

Comfort Inn & Suites - 1875 Auburn Ravine Rd (West on Foresthill Rd I-80 exit): 530-885-1800. Bradventures rate of $89.99 (Regular $114). Take the Foresthill Rd exit off I-80, Left over freeway. (From East turn right off exit) and continue straight over the freeway onto Auburn Ravine Rd. Comfort Inn is 200 meters past the freeway on the right as you descend the hill. Swimming pool, spa, non-smoking rooms, cable TV. Mention "Auburn Triathlon" for the special rate.

Foothills Motel - 530-885-8444. 13431 Bowman Rd (I-80 Foresthill Exit adjacent to Super 8). From west take I-80 to Foresthill Rd exit, turn L off exit crossing over freeway, then quick R on Bowman Rd freeway frontage Rd. From east take I-80 to Foresthill Rd exit, R off ramp, immediate R on Bowman Rd. Notice Foothills Motel on a hilltop on L side of road. This pet-friendly (in smoking rooms) motel offers reasonable rates starting at $60, an $8 savings off the normal rate. Mention "Auburn Triathlon" for the special rate.

Powers Mansion Inn - 530-885-1166. An elegant bed and breakfast in heart of downtown Auburn. Rates from $169-$299 with discounts TBA for AIT athletes. Walking distance to great dining like Miya Sushi and Luigis. 164 Cleveland Ave, Auburn, 95603.

Other Motels in Auburn:

  • Best Western Gold Key - 12350 Lincoln Way (East on Lincoln Way off Foresthill Rd I-80 exit): 530-885-8611
  • Travelodge - 13490 Lincoln Way (East on Lincoln Way off Foresthill Rd I-80 exit): 530-885-7025
  • Motel 6 - 1819 Auburn Ravine Road. (530) 888-7829. Adjacent to Comfort Inn, right off I-80/Foresthill Rd exit.

Bed and Breakfast's near Auburn

  • Monte Verde Inn: 530-888-8123. Located a few miles beyond the Clementine Rd swim venue turnoff on Foresthill Rd. 18841 Foresthill Road, Auburn.
  • My House - did you really get this far with no luck? Are you sure you want to get awakened at 1am when we finish Saturday nite and then again at 4am Sunday morning? It's like a bed and breakfast except there are no beds and no breakfast.

ROCKLIN LODGING

Rocklin is 15 minutes west of Auburn on Internstate-80. There are plentiful lodging options in Rocklin and adjacent Roseville if Auburn is sold out.

The Rocklin Park Hotel is the located only 15 min west of Auburn on Interstate-80 and closer to the swim start than Auburn Lodging. They offer a unique private retreat of only 67 rooms in a European Inn park-like setting. Extra amenities include a spa (massage therapists on duty), fitness room, pool/jacuzzi, sauna, adjoining premium restaurant (Zinfandel Grille) and a fabulously upscale experience for a great price on race weekend. Call 916-630-9400 for reservations. Regular rate is $159. Mention "Auburn Triathlon" for a special rate of $119 for deluxe single or double room.

Directions:

  • Driving Directions from everywhere to hotel.
  • Directions from Rocklin Park Hotel to various race venues: Rattlesnake Bar swim start, Railhead Park finish line and Skyridge School banquet

The Heritage Inn Express in Rocklin is located only 15 min west of Auburn on Interstate-80 and closer to the swim start than Auburn Lodging. This facility, built in 1999 and recently remodeled, offers an excellent value for Auburn Triathlon participants. Pool, jacuzzi. 4480 Rocklin Rd, Rocklin, CA 95677.

Non-smoking rooms are only $60/nite with the Auburn Triathlon entrant discount! Room choices include:

  • Double Queen
  • Single King with fridge&micro
  • Suite with queen and sleep sofa, fridge&micro

Directions from Heritage Inn Express to various race venues: Rattlesnake Bar swim start, Railhead Park finish line and Skyridge School banquet.

Call (877) 733-5616 for reservations. Mention "Auburn Triathlon" for the special rate

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ROOM FINDER

Click Here for a comprehensive listing of motel rooms in Auburn or a larger radius. Favorable lodging options are available in Rocklin as well as Auburn. Rocklin is only 15 minutes west of Auburn on I-80 - closer to airport and all points west like I-5 and Bay Area. The swim start is between Rocklin and Auburn, making the Rocklin location convenient.


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Auburn Dining


Awful Annies – 530-888-9857. 160 Sacramento St in Old Town Auburn. Incredible breakfast spot in Old Town Auburn with over 100 choices of nice delicious and large size meals. The place to go on Sunday morning along with Latitudes 10am brunch.

Bootlegger's - 530-889-2229. Upscale continental cuisine, right off I-80 in Old Town Auburn. From motels, exit I-80 westbound at Nevada St and turn Right for a 270 degree turn back over freeway bridge. Turn Right on Maple St right below giant courthouse, veer Left as you proceed down the hill and you will dump right into old town at the historic fire station. Bootleggers is right behind that fire station.

Ikeda's Burger Bar and Orchard Market – 530-885-4243. They have a variety of healthy, creative quick meals like Teriyaki chicken or tofu rice bowls, veggie and tofu burgers. Also enjoy their fresh fruit&vegetables, delicious salsas, sauces, homemade cookies and pies and much more! Ikedas is adjacent to I-80 on the Lincoln Way freeway frontage Rd (mile 53 on bike course). From motels or from I-80, turn Left on Lincoln Way from Foresthill Rd intersection (Raley's, etc). Proceed on Lincoln Way past Raleys and motels to Sylvan stop sign and notice Ikeda's building right there.

Latitudes - 530-885-9535. Delicious, home cooked healthy food by owners Pat and Pete. Monthly specials from all over the planet. Right across from Courthouse above Old Town.. From motels exit I-80 westbound at Nevada St and turn Right for a 270 degree turn back over freeway bridge. Quick left at stop sign (Maple St) directly below giant courthouse. Park quickly after that Left turn as you notice Latitudes on the left side (across from courthouse) in large white Victorian house.

Luigi's - 530-885-8801. Excellent Italian food downtown on Lincoln Way near Elm St and I-80. Totally packed on race weekend so plan ahead! From Railhead, turn Right out lot, R on Sacramento St, R on Auburn-Folsom, R on High St, R on Lincoln Way (downtown at the Clock Tower). When you start heading uphill past the tightly packed shops, you will notice Luigi’s on the left side. From motels, exit I-80 westbound at Elm Ave. From wraparound exit you will turn R and cross back over I-80. Go straight through the signal lite at High St/Hwy 49 and then veer Right onto Harrison Ave (by train hobby shop). Proceed to Lincoln Way and turn Right. Luigi’s is immediately on your right before Cleveland St and the tightly packed shops.

Maria's Mexican Tacos – 530-823-8540. Healthy, delicious Mexican food made authentically by owner Maria Moreno and her family. On Bowman Rd next to the bowling alley just east of Foresthill Rd I-80 exit. Walking distance from Super 8 and Comfort Inn. From motels proceed east on Bowman Rd (Freeway frontage Rd) past Comfort Inn and Super 8 (closer to mountains). Notice bowling alley signs set back from frontage road and Maria’s is a free standing building also setback from Bowman Rd, adjacent to bowling alley. Luther Rd is TOO FAR.

Ninja Sushi - 530-823-1252. Japanese entrees and sushi bar in downtown Auburn next to Luigis. From Railhead turn Right out lot, R on Sacramento, R on Auburn-Folsom, R on High, R on Lincoln Way (downtown at the Clock Tower). When you start heading uphill past the tightly packed shops, you will notice Miya Sushi on the left side. From motels, exit I-80 westbound at Elm Ave. From wraparound exit you will turn R and cross back over I-80. Go straight through the signal lite at High St/Hwy 49 and then veer Right onto Harrison Ave (by train hobby shop). Proceed to Lincoln Way and turn Right. Miya Sushi is immediately on your right before Cleveland St and the tightly packed shops.

Old Town Pizza - 530-888-7600 Off I-80 at Maple St Old Town Auburnexit. Nice atmosphere, tasty thick crust. From motels, exit I-80 westbound at Nevada St and turn Right for a 270 degree turn back over freeway bridge. Turn Right on Maple St right below giant courthouse, veer Left as you proceed down the hill and you will dump right into old town at the historic fire station. Turn Left, pass thru center town square (where the movie Phenomenon was filmed with Johnny Travolta) and then notice Old Town Pizza below the awesome breakfast spot Awful Annies.

Pacha Mamas - 530-823-0909. Amazing new healthy, organic vegetarian restaurant with exotic hand-made wraps and smoothies - definitely the spot for an adventurous, health conscious eater. Located in downtown Auburn inside the Gold Country Mall, near the Clock tower at the junction of High St and Lincoln Way. 884 Lincoln Way.

Click Here for a Complete List of Auburn area restaurants.


Auburn Bike Shops

Victory Velo is located in downtown Auburn on Lincoln Way, just east of the Clock Tower town square. 530-885-3986. From I-80, exit Hwy 49 and head South. At the T-intersection of City Hall, turn Left. Proceed on Lincoln Way and merge onto High St by veering left. Reach the clock tower town center and veer right and uphill past the clock tower. Proceed ~200m and notice Victory Velo on your right. Auburn Running Company is a couple doors down for your running needs too. Owner Dan Teggs provides his personal touch for your new bike, a custom fitting or questions about any products. Victory Velo will also accept and build bikes shipped to them to ease your air travel hassles. Call for details.

Cambria Bicycle Emporium has a large facility on Highway 49 a half-mile north of Interstate-80. 530-823-2900. Exit from I-80 onto Hwy 49 North, go 1/2 mile and uphill to Palm Ave signal (notice shop on left before Palm). Left on Palm and immediate left onto frontage road, backtrack 100 meters to bike shop. Owners Bill and Michelle Marengo provide on course biike support every year and are extremely busy! Why not pay a visit to the shop in advance to get tuned up to ensure a smooth race day?!

Auburn Bike Works - 350 Grass Valley Highway: 530-885-3861. Exit I-80 at Hwy 49, go North 1/4 mile (pass Holiday Inn, In&Out Burger). Turn R on Walsh St then quick L onto Hwy 49 Frontage road. The is before the large intersection of Hwy 49 and Elm (Shell Station).

MAKE TRAVEL EASY: These shops will accept your bike shipment, assemble and make your bike race ready and ship your bike back home. Call to inquire.


Rental Cars

Sacramento International Airport has numerous major rental car companies on the premises, just reserve with your chosen company in advance and take the rental car shuttle at the clearly-marked curbside bus stop.

Auburn Rental Car can provide all sizes or autos for very reasonable rates, including mini-van. Call (530) 885-2400 for details. Auburn Rental Car is located on Hwy 49, 1/2 mile north of I-80 and before the Palm Ave signal light.


Auburn Health&Wellness Care

Chiropractic/Acupuncture

Dr. Darrin Grigorian of Parkhill Chiropractic in Auburn is a sports injury specialist who caters to the needs of athletes and will give a free comprehensive evaluation and examination to any registered participant ($200 value). Dr. Gregorian is an official sponsor of the Auburn Triathlon. Call 530-885-6975.

Dr. Richard Belli, Applied Kinesiologist/Chiropractor. 916-482-4150. Dr. Belli is an associate of noted endurance coach and author Dr. Phil Maffetone. He has treated world class triathletes like Brad Kearns, Mike Pigg and Wendy Ingraham for a variety of performance, dietary and bio-mechanical related issues. He is located near downtown Sacramento and will offer discount to all Auburn Triathlon participants.

Dr Bill Wright Acupuncture in Auburn. An excellent practicioner to assist with a variety of maladies and promote peak performance. Located at 251 Auburn Ravine Rd #205, Auburn, CA 95603. (530) 886-8927.

Massage Therapy

Pathways to Health - Official Auburn Triathlon sponsor and outstanding clinic with over a dozen therapists. Call virtually any time to get a drop-in or short notice appointment with an outstanding, highly trained, certified therapist! Pathways is located on Lincoln Way right off the I-80 Lincoln Way freeway exit (on the bike course at mile 53.5). A great option for last minute out of towners. Mention your event entry for a discount on your massage. Enjoy their steam sauna too! (530) 888-6534.

Cherry Ave Therapies. Karen Trowbridge and Jeannie Wiese. Excellent therapists, cater to athletes, experience at Bradventures events. Located in downtown Auburn on Cherry Ave and Lincoln Way, by Monkey Cat restaurant. (530) 888-9290

Sandra Hinton, excellent massage therapist with offices on High St in downtown Auburn, experience at Bradventures events. Call (530) 745-0420.


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 RACER COMMENTS

 

Gina Kehr, 4th place Hawaii Ironman finisher in 2006, tuned for for '07 with a victory in the Int'l distance event.

Sweden's Clas Bjorling - 2006 men's champ and 13.1-mi run course record holder (1:21). 3rd in 2004, 2nd in 2005 and finally victory in 2006!


Andrea Ivan and Angie Weinberger (below) completed their sixth consecutive World's Toughest Half events in 2008!


2004 and 2005 Champion Nicole DeBoom cruises to victory on the running trails of the Auburn State Park.


2000 Triathlon Olympic Gold Medalist Simon Whitfield made his professional long course debut at the 2005 World's Toughest Half.


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