Rules & Regulations

Pre Event Training

When you are on the road cycling or running, remember the rules of the road. Do not ride two abreast on narrow road sections and obey all traffic rules. Being a competitor does not mean you are exempt or above the law. Be courteous to motorists and remember that wearing a helmet is compulsory in Victoria and police can issue on the spot fines for breach of this law.

Participation

You must ensure that you have trained sufficiently and are physically capable of completing the event within your current level of health and fitness. You must also ensure at all times during the event that you are performing well within your level of skill and ability for each of the three disciplines. To not abide by these conditions can create apotentially dangerous situation for yourself and other competitors.

In line with Triathlon Australia, USM Events requires all competitors to meet the minimum age requirements below. If you have any questions in regards to this policy please email multisport@usmevents.com.au or call 07 5449 0711.   

Withdrawal & Cancellation

You can cancel your own registration online by logging into your registration. You will receive an email confirmation of your cancellation. The following cancellation policy applies to all registrations:

• A 20% cancellation fee will be incurred if you withdraw up until 5pm Wednesday 6th March 2013
• A 30% cancellation fee will be incurred if you withdraw up until 5pm Thursday 6th June 2013
• A 50% cancellation fee will be incurred if you withdraw up until 5pm Thursday 3rd October 2013
• If purchased, your Triathlon Australia one day membership will 100% refundable up until 5pm 5pm Thursday 3rd October 2013
• No refunds will be offered from 5pm Thursday 3rd October 2013

Your refund will be processed within 7 working days onto the credit card you used to register for this event.  If your credit card has expired please forward your new expiry date or if your credit card has been cancelled please forward your nominated bank account details to multisport@usmevents.com.au.

If you withdraw on race day before the race start, please advise the help desk near the gear tent and hand your timing band in. If you withdraw during the race, please report to the Festival Information Centre and advise them you have withdrawn and also hand your timing band in.  If you do withdraw please DO NOT cross the finish line area.

Rules

Event is sanctioned by Triathlon Queensland. Triathlon Australia Race Rules apply. All disqualifications will be posted at the Festival Information Centre following the race.  All enquiries about disqualifications must be made within an hour after the event and can only be discussed with a Triathlon Queensland official. View Triathlon Australia Race Competition Rules.

Race Numbers

Competitors are required to clearly display their race numbers whilst on the run course. Note that the event's context and environment will be taken into account by the Technical Official when considering whether to issue a stop/start penalty.

Prize Collection

If you are a place-getter in your category and are unable to stay for presentations, you will need to contact the USM office within 60 days of the event to arrange collection of your medal.  You will be able to collect your prize from the USM office or alternatively have your medal posted to you at a surcharge of $5.00. Similarly, any product prizes  can be collected or posted out to you. The postage charge will be dependent upon the item that you have won.