Sunday 22rd May 2011
Crow Park Keswick. Start 8.15am
Briefing Notes
**** Last updated 16/05/2011****
Very important update regarding
the swim for both Triathlons
The water level in the lake is exceptionally
low which means that it is impossible to exit the swim directly into
Crow Park. This means that the swim exit will also have to be at the
same location as the start, the boat landing stages as last year (see
map). It will mean a longer than desired run back up the tarmac road
(about 200m) to transition for the triathlons.
- All bike racking will take place on Sunday Morning.
- There are toilets next to the theatre and also beyond the tea gardens
200m away.
Welcome to the fourth KMF Triathlon. This race is
somewhat different to the normal run of the mill triathlon and will
require a little more thought and preparation than many races. This
is particularly relevant if you are not used to the narrow and twisty
nature of Lakeland roads and are not used to running in the environmentally
very sensitive fells of this area. PLEASE TAKE TIME TO STUDY THESE NOTES
even if you are a very experienced triathlete.
Spectators:- There will be a lot happening in the
park and around Keswick related to the Mountain Festival throughout
the weekend. The park also affords a fantastic view point for the swim.
The roads around the lake are very narrow with few parking places.
Please do not take your car over there to watch the bike section as
you will disrupt the race. It is however an easy bike ride to the far
side of the lake and for the longer race there should be time to get
there ahead of the race.
Car Parking:- NEW FOR 2011. Car parking for the race
is at Keswick Rugby Club. You will have to pay £3 for the day
or £5 for a weekend ticket from Friday to Sunday .Bargain. It's
a short walk from the rugby club to the transition area via the rear
entrance to Crow Park and will also give you opportunity to check out
the rather unusual run from the cycle dismount point to transition.
There is a ‘Pay & Display’ car park directly opposite
Crow Park, it is expensive and last year the local authority kindly
bought in extra staff to ticket cars parked on grass verges. You have
been warned.
Registration:- Will be in a marquee situated in Crow
Park adjacent to The Theatre By The Lake. If at all possible please
register on Saturday 22nd between 2-5pm. If that is not possible then
registration will also be open at the same location on Sunday 22rd between
7.00–7.40am. It is vital that we get started on time so if you
can't register on Staurday please arrive early on Sunday morning.
Pre race briefing will be at 7.50am at the transition area. Attendance
is important for any last minute changes. Time will be tight, if you
are in the short race be in your wetsuit and ready to get in the water
immediately the brief finishes.
Timing Chip and Numbers:- These will be issued at
registration. Two numbers will be issued, a number must be clearly displayed
to your rear for the bike section and the other to your front for the
run. Race belts can be worn, but you will be liable to a time penalty
if you fail to display your number as above. Do not
pin the middle of your number to your race belt as it will immediately
fold in half and not be able to be read. The timing chip will also be
issued at registration; it must be worn around your ankle, either one.
If you leave your chip in the car, tent, etc. you won’t get a
time. Chips must be returned at the finish, lost chips will be charged
at £10. I suggest you put it on when you are issued it at registration
and leave it on until you finish the race. The timing chip is very easy
to fit to the ankle strap, if you find that you have to force it you
are doing it incorrectly, please refer to the notices at registration.
Please note careless depositing of litter will result in disqualification.
Use pockets or stuff it up the leg of your shorts.
TRANSITION AREA: This area is fenced for safety and
security. Competitors only in the transition area. You will be issued
with a bike sticker at registration, this must be fixed to your bike
(suggest around rear brake cable housing) so that it can be read. You
will not be allowed into transition without your race number and bike
sticker attached. Similarly you must have your race number matching
the sticker on your bike when removing your bike after the race.Your
racking position will be numbered, incorrectly positioned bikes will
be removed. There is enough room at your racking point for your bike,
shoes and deposited wetsuit. Avoid bringing large plastic boxes into
the transition area, if you must take out what you need then place at
the edge of the transition area.
SWIM. The Short Race will be one wave only and will
start at 8.15am. The Long Race will start very shortly afterwards and
will be in waves as yet to be decided. You will be issued with a swim
cap at registration. These are colour coded so that we can easily see
that people are in the correct start wave. Please wear the cap issued
on top of any other swim caps you may wish to wear.
The swim start will be in the water at the landing stages. Exit from
the water will, water levels permitting, be on the beach in Crow Park.
The water will be cold wetsuits will be compulsory, shortie type wetsuits
are not advised but will be permitted. If you get into difficulty in
the water raise an arm and wave from side to side towards one of the
kayaks. When the kayak comes to you hold on to its front or back, it
will then pull you to the shore or to the rescue launch. Once you have
held onto a kayak you are out of the race. There will be a short run
from the lake shore to the transition area
CYCLE:- There are two separate cycle routes both will
be signed and marshaled but it is your responsibility to know the route
and navigate it safely and within the law. Study the routes and preferably
ride or drive them beforehand. Non of the roads will be closed to other
traffic. You are the only person responsible for your safety.
Marshals cannot and will not stop traffic for you.
ALL MARSHALS ARE ASSISTANT REFEREES. IF THEY CONSIDER THAT
YOU ARE RIDING DANGEROUSLY THEY WILL REPORT IT TO THE OVERALL RACE REFEREE.
THERE IS ONLY ONE SANCTION FOR DANGEROUS RIDING - DISQUALIFICATION.
RUN:- Both runs routes follow the same course initially
along the lake for about 2.5k. When you leave the lakeside path and
come onto Borrowdale Road the two routes part. The short race route
turns left back towards Keswick following the roadside footpath and
the long race route turns right towards Borrowdale. See respective route
maps linked in the left hand column.
The long run is a mix of road, track and fell path involving about 1000
feet of climbing. If you have fell shoes my advice would be to wear
them, failing that and especially if dry a decent soled standard running
shoe should do. Most of the off-road sections are on National Trust
land who have very kindly given their permission to use it. The route
passes through a number of SSSI areas; it is of great importance that
you follow the marked route. This is a condition of our use and permission
may be refused for future events if it is not adhered to. The route
is fairly complicated by necessity, again I would strongly advise if
possible to go around it beforehand or at the very least carefully study
the map. Absolutely no littering.
Fell runners please note:- in triathlon the idea is that everyone does
the same route. This also applies to the swim and the bike. Taking short
cuts will result in disqualification and for the reasons given above
may also jeopardize the future of the event.
Results and Prize Presentation:- Results will be displayed on the screen
at the finish of the race and will be uploaded to the web by Monday
18th May.
The prize presentation will be held in Crow Park at approx. 1.00pm.
Please be nice to marshals, you wouldn't be racing if they weren't
there.
Most importantly HAVE A GREAT DAY….
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