Event Fact File
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The Cannibal Gold Coast Half Ironman is one of the six races in the Australian Half Ironman Triathlon Series. The race is Queensland’s largest validation event for the 2010 Ironman Australia series.
The event returns for its 2nd year to the stunning Calypso Bay and again athletes will complete a course that includes a one lap swim, two lap cycle and three lap run.
1.9km Swim / 90km Cycle / 21.1km Run |
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The Tanita Sprintman Triathlon will be run on the same day and on the same course as the Cannibal Gold Coast Half Ironman Triathlon. Athletes will complete one lap each of the swim, cycle and run or alternatively compete in a team (2-3 persons per team).
This event will give short distance triathletes a taste for the longer distance and also provide a great opportunity to test their fitness before the up and coming 2009 Noosa Triathlon and the 2009/10 Gatorade Queensland Triathlon Series.
Thank you to Tanita for sponsoring this fantastic inclusion to the Half Ironman Triathlon event; this will be Tanita’s third consecutive year of involvement. For more information about Tanita’s products and to find out how they can help you in your training and racing, please click on the logo below.
1km Swim / 33km Cycle / 7km Run
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Date
Sunday October 4, 2009
Location
Calypso Bay, Gold Coast, Australia
Click here to view map
Course
Swim – Cycle – Run
Teams
Come along and join the fun of the Cannibal Gold Coast Half Ironman without having to complete the whole course yourself. Teams can be made up of 2 or 3 people. Please note: Once the Team Captain creates the team the remaining members need to register in the team either online or via downloadable entry form.
Clydesdales - The chance for the guys to race against people their own size not their age - two categories available (90-99kg & 100+kg). This year watch out for the weigh-in at presentations!
Entry
The Gold Coast Half Ironman uses the latest security technology to capture online entry information safely, which allows competitors from all over the world to easily access the Festival.
Entries Close
5pm Friday September 25, 2009
All closing dates are indicative closing dates ONLY. Strict field limits apply. This is for the safety of all participants. Entries may close earlier if field limit is reached before closing date.
How to Enter
Online - Click the ‘entry’ option at the top of the page.
Download entry form here and mail to:
USM EVENTS
PO Box 1145
Eagle Farm QLD 4009
Please note - faxed entry forms will not be accepted.
See entry closing times here
Enquiries
Ph: (07) 3868 2444
Email: brisbane@usmevents.com.au
What is your correct age group category?
Your age group category is the age you are as of 31/12/2009.
- Cannibal Gold Coast Half Ironman
Individual Competitors must be a minimum of 18 years old as at the 31/12/2009
Team Competitors must be a minimum of 17 years old as at the 31/12/2009
Individual Competitors must be a minimum of 16 years old as at the 31/12/2009
Team Competitors must be a minimum of 15 years old as at the 31/12/2009
Team Changes
Any teams wishing to replace a team member must complete a Gold Coast Half Ironman entry form with the details of the new team member and attach details of the change to be made, and forward to USM EVENTS, P.O. Box 1145, Eagle Farm QLD 4009. Team changes are permitted up until 5pm Friday September 25, 2009.
International Competitors
International competitors must ensure they have sufficient personal insurance in place to cover any medical expenses that may potentially arise from participation in the 2009 Cannibal Gold Coast Half Ironman.
Refund Policy
Withdrawals made prior to 10 days out from the applicable will receive a 50% refund. No refunds will be issued after this date. All withdrawals must be made in writing by email, fax or mail. Entry fees are non-transferable between competitors and events. Refunds will be issued in the same method payment was made.
Race Acceptance
Race acceptances will not be mailed. Please check your personalised member’s area to confirm your entry.
Registration
Registration Tent, Calypso Bay
Saturday October 3, 2009
Time: TBC
Written race briefings supplied at registration must be read before participating in any of the Festival events.
Note: Registration is COMPULSORY for all Individuals & one Team member
Bike Racking
Transition Area, Calypso Bay
Saturday October 3, 2009
Time: TBC
Security guards on duty 4.00pm Saturday to 5.00am Sunday. Security chains recommended for Saturday night. Remember to bring the key with you Sunday morning!
Note: Bike Racking is NOT POSSIBLE on Race Day
Bike Check – Out
To ensure the protection of competitors’ bikes, new rules are being enforced for bike check-out at USM triathlon events. Please make sure your bike security sticker is fastened to your bike at all times and is not removed until your bike is checked out of the transition area post race. USM EVENTS will continue to provide full security around the transition area, however we do advise that each competitor personally insures their bike and other valuable possessions. This decision comes in light of an incident that took place at a non-USM event, however extra measures are being introduced to make sure it doesn’t happen to one of our valued competitors.
Official Wetsuit Ruling
The Official Wetsuit Ruling for the 2009 Cannibal Gold Coast Half Ironman will be announced on Saturday October 3 and will be displayed on information boards at Registration.
Triathlon Queensland
Members must supply their TQ license number on their entry form, failure to do this will make you ineligible for State Championships points. You will also incur the one day licence fee without prior warning. If you wish to become a member of Triathlon Queensland please call 07 3369 9600.
Race Results
Race results will be available from approximately 4pm on race day. Click here to view results page.
Official Event Photography
 Photos available at www.sportingimages.com.au
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