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2014 Race Briefing Notes

This is a live document and updates will be be made in blue type. I strongly suggest you check these notes for last minute updates before leaving for the event.

For more general information regarding the race plese see the Race Information page

Last updated 21/06/2014

Registration

Saturday 3pm-5pm in the Registration Marquee as shown on the transition plan

Sunday 6:45am-7.30am – Emergency Registration only in the Registration Marquee as shown on the the transition plan

Race Start Time

There will be 3 waves based on your stated swim time

Wave 1 – 08:00
Wave 2 – 08:05
Wave 3 – 08:10

There is no option of changing waves.

Race Briefing

Time 7:45am. To be held near to transition area

Transition Flow 

Transition opens at 6:45am and closes 7:40am

Race Route

There are no anticipated changes to the course at this stage.

Prize Presentation

There will two prize presentations, the first one at 3pm provided there are a reasonable number of prize winners home at that point, the second at 17:30 for the second group of prize winners.

Prizes are based on number of entrants in the category and you will be competing against the people in your category

Senior Male – 1st, 2nd, 3rd
Senior Female – 1st, 2nd, 3rd
Vet 40 Male – 1st, 2nd, 3rd
Vet 40 Female – 1st, 2nd, 3rd
Vet 50 Male – 1st, 2nd, 3rd
Vet 50 Female – 1st
Vet 60 Male – 1st

Relays – 1st, 2nd, 3rd

Rules. The race has been sanctioned by British Triathlon Federation and is subject to BTF rules. There will be British Triathlon Race Officials both static and mobile. There are many rules governing triathlons/duathlons which can be studied at the British Triathlon website if desired. However, listed are a few of the more basic ones that often upset Race Officials and other competitors alike.
• Helmets; Must be worn and fastened before you remove your bike from the racking and until you place it back on the racking before your second run.
• Drafting or taking pace during the cycle section is not allowed. There must be at least 7m between cyclists on the road. If you are overtaken you must drop back at least that distance before trying to regain your place. This link explains it very well
• Transition area; No cycling in the transition area. The mount/dismount points will be pointed out at the race briefing. Helmets shoes and other equipment must be stored neatly at your racking spot so as not to impede other competitors. Transition space is limited only bring what you need for the race into transition.
• Marshals and officials are all volunteers and the race could not take place without them. Any abuse will result in disqualification. Please refer any dispute to the race official.
• No outside assistance. If you puncture or have mechanical problems once the race has started you have to fix them yourself. No handing up of food or drinks from anyone else. You have to carry or leave in transition what you require. The drinks station in transition is an exception to this rule as it is provided for all competitors.
• No Litter. If you need to take energy bars, gels etc. make sure that you dispose of the wrappers appropriately. The easiest way is to tuck it in the leg of your shorts, you won’t know it’s there. Anyone caught littering during the race will be disqualified.

Any sensible questions not answered here please email using the contact us page. Replies will be brief as these are many of you and few of us, most importantly have a very safe and enjoyable day.

Rob Wilkins
Race Director.