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This is general race information – briefing notes specific to 2014 race will be added nearer to the race date

This race is co-organised by Tri-Lakeland Triathlon Club and TriHard Events. It is somewhat different to the other TriHard events in the Lake District and is more a conventional Olympic distance race. The run is on roads and the bike section doesn’t go over any Lakeland passes. However PLEASE TAKE TIME TO STUDY THESE NOTES even if you are a very experienced triathlete it will greatly enhance your race experience and help us if you are prepared for the race.

Race Withdrawals

If you wish to withdraw from the race please email [email protected] with the race name, your name and your sagepay reference code (should start tri2013h…) Withdrawals will be made up to the race day. If the race is full and someone else takes your place you will get a refund up to one week prior to the race.

Entry updates – Club, Swim time, Emergency contact details

If you have not provided the correct details on your initial entry these can be updated by yourself by logging on to Entrylive.com, go to View My Events and click on the title of the race in your basket. Changes made will be amended in your race info up to one week prior to the race. Please do not provide another competitor as your emergency contact details, this needs to be someone who is not taking part in the race.

Race HQ Location

Race Location is at Bassenthwaite Sailing Club CA13 9YD, on the B5291 just off the A66 at Dubwath 6 miles West of Keswick.

Car Parking

Car parking is at the Sailing Centre. Once in the car park you will be restricted in moving your car whilst the race is on. There is no car parking on the road outside the Sailing Centre as this causes a safety issue for competitors. The road to the right as you leave the Sailing Centre will be closed to traffic for the duration of the race. If spectators want to see part of the bike course a very good vantage point is only 900m from the Sailing Club at Ouse Bridge. This is about ½ way round the bike course and is an easy walk. It is also on the run route, so no need to take the car out of the car park.

Accommodation

Unfortunately camping is not available at the Sailing Club. There is a caravan site about a mile away Herdwick Croft with very limited camping space. Scotgate Park at the Keswick end of the lake is larger and I am told is very good.
There are a number of B&Bs in the immediate vicinity and any of the popular internet B&B booking sites will offer you a good selection to choose from.

Registration

Registration will be in the Sailing Clubhouse on Saturday morning prior to the race, time to be published in the Briefing Notes. If you paid the lower BTF members entry fee you must produce your current BTF race licence, this must be the actual licence with photograph attached, copies, emails, proofs of purchase on you phone are not acceptable. If you don’t have it with you then you will need to pay an extra £4 for a day licence. This is for insurance purposes. If we are not happy you have valid insurance we can’t let you race, so no arguments on this please. If you are not a British Triathlon member and have paid the non BTF member entry fee you will be issued with a BT day license.
At registration you will receive a race numbers, bike tag, swim hat and race shirt if you have ordered and paid for one and other race goodies.
Please check that you have been given the correct timing chip – it should have the same number on it as your race number.

Numbers

You will be issued with 2 numbers, a bike tag and timing chip at registration. One number is to be displayed to the front for the run and the other to the rear for the cycle section. You can use race belts but please ensure your number is clearly displayed as above. Do not pin the middle of your number to the belt as it will fold in half and be impossible to read. Race number needs to be visible for the benefit of race officials and time keepers. Please write your emergency contact details on the back of your race number. If you have any medical conditions which you have informed us of and feel that they are relevant to the race please write these on the back of your race number as well.

Timing Chip

You will be given an orange timing chip and neoprene ankle strap at registration. Please immediately attach the chip to the strap. If you find that you have to force it on you are doing it incorrectly, please ask rather than damage the strap. Put it on as soon as you are issued with it at registration. If you leave it in your car, house, kit bag, you won’t get a time. Top Tip ~ Don’t wear the chip on top of your wetsuit.
Please avoid crossing the timing mats once the race has started other than to record your time. Your chip will be removed very shortly after crossing the finish line, however should you manage to escape from the finish corral before your chip is removed avoid crossing any of the timing mats. THERE WILL BE A £10 FEE FOR LOST OR NON-RETUNED CHIPS and remember…we know where you live!

Relay Teams; Your timing chip is your baton. Your swimmer must wear it around the ankle first then hand it to your cyclist who must attach it to their ankle before moving his/her bike. Same procedure cyclist to runner transition, bike must be racked before handover. Cyclist must wear race number to the rear and runner to the front. Changeover point is at your bike position in transition. Chip must be worn around either ankle in order to record a time as you cross the mat.

Bike tags

For security purposes you will be issued with a bike tag, this will be stapled to your race number. Detach it and attach to you bike seat rail.

Transition area

In the transition area you will find rows of numbered bike racking. Rack your bike at the space corresponding to your race number. Place everything that you will need for your bike and run near to your bike. There is enough, but not a lot of room. Remove any large bags or boxes or place them to the edge of the transition area. Please make sure you rack your bike the right way round the saddle should be hung over the rail and with the number under the nose of the saddle. The bikes rack alternate sides giving you more room.

Please also note that the use of mobile phones and ipods, etc is prohibited in the transition area as well as out on the bike and run courses.

Transition Flow

Familiarise yourself with the way you will come in from the swim and where you exit onto the cycle route, and then where you come back. The transition area will close prior to the race briefing. So arrive in plenty of time.

Toilets and changing facilities

There are changing, toilet and shower facilities available within the sailing club.

Race Briefing

This will take place in front of the Sailing Centre prior to the start of the race and is compulsory for all entrants, the race briefing will cover route and discipline reminders and any last minute changes which have been made. Attendance is important. Time will be tight, be in your wetsuit and ready to get in the water immediately the brief finishes.

Rules.

The race has been sanctioned by British Triathlon Federation and is subject to BTF rules. There will be British Triathlon Race officals 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.

Health and Hygiene

Before arriving at the race please ensure that your wetsuit is cleaned and dried from you previous swim. We ask you to do this to prevent the spread of invasive species. After the race prior to leaving the site you need to clean your wetsuit again, this is a requirement National Parks and one of the conditions that we have to meet to be able to continue running this event. There are sinks

Please click here and read the document about Invasive Species

Whilst water quality tests provide an indication of the suitability of a venue for open water swimming they do not mean that there is a complete absence of potential pathogens. There are simple practises that swimmers should be advised to adopt to minimise the risk of infections further:
• Cover all cuts and abrasions, however minor, with sticking plasters. You should not consider swimming if you have deep cuts.
• Wash hands in fresh water before eating after you have swum.
• Take a full shower at the earliest opportunity.
• Try not to ingest water whilst swimming.
• In addition all swimming kit (wetsuit, costume, goggles, hats etc.) should be washed in clean water and thoroughly dried before the next session/event.

There will be medical cover at the event at the swim exit and the finish. However, please consider your own fitness before you start. If you are unwell or unfit through other activities in the lead up to the race, don’t start the race. If you have immune system issues, make sure you take appropriate care. Please write your emergency contact details on the back of your race number. If you have any medical conditions which you have informed us of and feel that they are relevant to the race please write these on the back of your race number as well.

Race Route

Click here for Race Route


Contingency Plans

Swim – If there is any reason why the swim can’t go ahead then the swim will be replaced with a short run distance to be confirmed, but will only be long enough as necessary to split the field up enough to avoid drafting on the cycle section
Cycle – If part of the cycle course becomes unsuitable then an alternative course will be considered or if delays are anticipated on part of the course, eg. temporary traffic lights, then a deduction in time will be made for affected riders. If there is any reason why the cycle section can’t go ahead then the race will be a swim/run (aquathlon)
Run – If there are any reasons why the run can’t take place on the designated route it will be re-routed along roads, which will be dependant on the location and nature of the issue. If the run needs to be cancelled the race will finish at the end of the bike section.
TriHard will always endeavour to put on a race of some format for you.

Drinks

Drinks (water and High 5) will be available on each transition exit and at the finish courtesy of A1 Multisports. There will be a water station part way around the run route at the Golf Club, courtesy of Tri Lakeland.

Marshals

Are all volunteers, races cannot happen without them. They are there purely to indicate the route and arrange assistance if required. They cannot in law stop or direct traffic and will be directed not to do so.

First Aid

First Aiders will be at the Sailing Centre. If you require first aid during the race please approach them or speak to a marshal who should be able to make contact with them. Again if you suffer from any medical condition relevant to the race please make us aware on your entry and also write this on the back of your race number along with emergency contact details.

Prize Presentation

This will be as soon as possible after the race has finished. Please be patient, the more you hassle the longer it takes. Prizes will be given per category depending on the number of entrants in the category. Details in the Race Briefing Notes

Results

Provisional results will be posted on the TriHard home page later on the day of the race. Full results will be available two or three days after the race.

Any sensible questions not answered here please email via Contact Us. 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.