All individual and team entries are conducted online via the Mooloolaba Triathlon Festival Entry Page. Simply click on 'Enter Online' and follow the prompts. Entries will open online 3rd July 2012.
If you received a USM EVENTS confirmation email and payment receipt you are registered. You can double check the Acceptance List by selecting ‘Mooloolaba Triathlon Festival 2013’ in the drop down menu. The acceptance list is listed alphabetically and by category.
No. You will collect you race kit when you Check-In for the event. See Timetable under ‘Festival Info’ oin the menu to event check-in times.
Your race kit will include race briefing, race number, ID wrist band, timing chip, Eyeline swim cap, helmet and bike stickers. You will also receive an event bag with your official 2012 Mooloolaba Triathlon towel, visor and sponsor goodies.
Please note: It is only necessary for ONE TEAM MEMBER to Check-In for their team; however they are responsible for passing on the team kit to other team members BEFORE race start.
All changes to your race entry must be made in writing to multisport@usmevents.com.au prior to 5pm, Wednesday 6th March 2013. Any changes to your individual or team registration after 5pm Wednesday 6th March 2012 can be made at the Athlete Help Desk located at Check In on Beach Tce during the allocated event check-in times on Friday 15th March and Saturday 16th March.
No. All registered entries are non-transferrable.
Any attempt to transfer your entry or allow another person to participate under my name without the event organisers knowledge may result in total cancellation without refund, insurance being deemed void, and an inability to enter further USM Events.
Any withdrawals prior to race day must be in writing - Email: multisport@usmevents.com.au or Mail: USM EVENTS PO Box 1345 Noosa Heads QLD 4567.
Please note: Cancellation fees apply to withdrawals. See Entry Fees & Conditions under ‘Entry’ in the menu.
If you withdraw on race day prior to the race start, please advise the Help Desk in either T1 or T2,or Event Info near Expo and hand in your timing band. If you withdraw during the race, please report to the Event Information and advise them you have withdrawn and also hand in your timing band. If you do withdraw please DO NOT cross the finish line area.
Individual competitors must be a minimum of 15 years old as at 31/12/2012.
Team competitors must be a minimum of 14 years old as at 31/12/2012.
Yes, for the Northside Party Hire Open Elite and Open Categories only. Elite Category requires a Professional Triathlon licence. A start list will be provided to TA for verification prior to event.
To be eligible for the Open category you must supply your best three race results and race names in the past 18 months. Men: sub 2:05, Women sub 2:18.
No qualification times are required for Age Group or Team Categories. Age as at 31st December 2012.
No. Drafting off another bicycle, motor vehicle or motorcycle is forbidden. Experienced draft busters will be on the course and penalty boxes will be in use.
Yes. Your bike will be visually inspected by Triathlon Queesland Officials. As long as your bike is accepted and passes inspection, you will be eligible to ride.
A number belt means that you don't have to use safetly pins on your triathlon clothing. You simply attach your number to the race belt and then put the race belt around your waist. If you plan to use a race belt then it will be necessary to ensure the complete race number is displayed. It is compulsory to wear your race number during the cycle leg and run leg.
Triathlon Australia wetsuit ruling applies.
For all Open Elite and Open categories, wetsuits will be allowed if the water temperature is below 20 degrees Celsius.
For all age group categories and teams, wetsuits will be allowed if the water temperature is below 24 degrees Celsius. Please note, it is not a requirement to wear a wetsuit if the water temperature is below 24 degrees Celsius.
A provisional wetsuit ruling will be posted at the Check-In and Event Information on Saturday March 16th at 11am. Final wetsuit ruling will be announced on Sunday morning.
No. The following items are prohibited from use or carriage on the bicycle and run legs (instant disqualification);
- Headphones or headsets
- Glass containers
- Ipods or similar
If you are a category placegetter and are unable to stay for presentations, you will need to contact the USM office on multisport@usmevents.com or (07) 5449 0711 within two weeks of the event to arrange for medal collection.
If you are unable to collect your medal from our office we can send it out to you for a surcharge of $10.00. Please note, you will be ineligible for random draw prizes if you are not at presentaions.
As transition is located on one of the main parking areas of Mooloolaba, parking close to the event arena is limited so please allow plenty of time. Please be aware all parking regulations will still apply throughout the Festival. Refer to council parking signs for more details.
All day, paid parking will be available at the Mooloolaba State Primary School, with all proceeds going to the school. We recommend making good use of this service as the school grounds are located in prime walking distance to the race course and middle of all the festival action.
View Mooloolaba Triathlon Festival Parking Details
The official event photographer for 2013 is Sporting Images. Photos will be available to purchase from www.sportingimages.com.au a few days after the event.
Technically that's not a question, but it's no problem. Just email us at multisport@usmevents.com.au or phone (07) 5449 0711.
