Sunday 23rd May 2010
Crow Park Keswick. Start 8.15am
Briefing Notes
**** Last updated 21/05/2010****
Very important update regarding
the swim for Splash & Dash and 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 (see map). It will
mean a longer than desired run back up the tarmac road (about 200m)
to transition for the triathlons.
The transition area for the Splash
& Dash will now be at the landing stages. You will be allocated
a bin bag with your number on it. When you exit the swim place your
wetsuit, goggles and anything else you want taking back to the park
in the bag before setting off on the run. The run will then go up the
road for 200m before entering the park to commence your first lap.
I will try to get the maps updated
later today; Friday.
Points for clarification that have
arisen since last update on 15/05/2010
- For Splash & Dash details please see link to left.
- All bike racking will take place on Sunday Morning.
- It could be hot, make sure you take a full bottle of drink on the
bike and make sure you drink it.
- There are toilets next to the theatre and also beyond the tea gardens
200m away.
Welcome to the third 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. Either cycle or take the boat. At 9.45am
there will be a launch leaving the landing stage for Hawes End. From
there it is a short walk to a spectacular climb on the bike section
at the foot of Cat Bells. As the race is starting earlier this year
you will will need to do your own calculations, but I think it will
get you there behind most of the race. The timetable for the launch
is
to plan your return sailing.
Car Parking:- There is a ‘Pay & Display’ car park directly
opposite Crow Park. This is your best option for car parking.
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 23rd between 7.00–7.40am.
It is vital that we get started on time please arrive early.
Pre race briefing will be at 7.55am 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 at 8.30am 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 beech 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.
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 applies to the swim and the bike also. Taking short
cuts will result in disqualification and for the reasons given above
may also jeopardize the future of the event.
Relay Teams; Only one timing chip and strap will be issued. Changeover
will be at your bike raking point. The timing chip is your baton. The
chip must be fitted to the cyclist's ankle before their bike is removed
from racking, on return rack bike before attaching chip to the runners
ankle. The timing chip must be fitted to the runners ankle before leaving
the transition area. DQ if not complied with.
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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