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Race Day Information

 Sunday 29th March 2009

IMPORTANT NOTE:

It is compulsory for all individuals (except ITU World Cup competitors) and at least one team member to register on Friday 4.00pm - 7.30pm 27th March 2009 or between 12pm - 3.30pm Saturday 28th March 2009 in the registration tent on Beach Terrace.

Bike Check in is compulsory for all individuals and at least one team member. Bikes MUST be racked by individuals and team members on Saturday 28th March between 11.30-4.00pm.

Athletes can not Register or Check Bikes in to Transition on Race Day!

Race Day Check List

Timing Chip
Eyeline Swim Cap
Race number and pins
Swimmers & Goggles
Bike Shoes (if applicable)
Water Bottle
Helmet
Running Shoes
Sunglasses
Hat
Towel
Sunscreen Lotion


 Mooloolaba Triathlon - Individuals

Race Briefing Ensure you have read the race briefing that was given to you at registration (either on Friday or Saturday).
Arrival Get to the race site with time to spare. As the transition is located on one of the main parking area’s of Mooloolaba Esplanade parking close to the event arena is limited so please allow for plenty of time when arriving to the site. Please be aware all parking regulations will still apply throughout the Festival please refer to council parking signs for more details.
Wetsuit Ruling Check final Wetsuit Ruling.
Timing Band

Put your timing band on your ankle. Your timing band MUST be worn on either ankle (if it's on your wrist you won't get a time).

If you forget your timing band, please report to the Help Desk on Sunday morning before the race, as you will need to be reissued with a whole new timing band and race number. You will have to pay a $50 fee if timing chip is lost.

If you do not start the race on Sunday morning, please advise the Help Desk and hand in your timing band.  If you withdraw from the race please inform the Information Centre and return your timing band. Timing results will include swim split, cycle split, run split and finish time - overall and category places. If you do not return your timing band you will incur a $50 charge for replacement.

Start Time Check your swim wave start time on the Information Board. Please check that your swim cap colour reflects the colour of your wave start.
Transition

Please make sure your helmet is properly fastened on your head when you enter transition. Set up your race equipment next to your bike. You must be out of the individual transition by 6.15am.

Race Number Your race number is COMPULSORY on the run leg.  If you plan to use an elastic race number belt, then, as sponsors names are part of the race number, it will be necessary to ensure the complete race number is displayed.  Competitors must ensure that their torso is covered throughout the cycle and run.

Familiarise Yourself

Check the exit and entry points in transition. Check the course maps so you know where to go.
Wave Starts Ensure you are at the Swim Start when your Wave is called.

 Mooloolaba Triathlon - Teams

Race Briefing Ensure all team members have read the race briefing that was given to you at registration (either on Friday or Saturday).
Arrival Ensure all team members get to the race site with time to spare. As the transition is located on one of the main parking area’s of Mooloolaba Esplanade parking close to the event arena is limited so please allow for plenty of time when arriving to the site. Please be aware all parking regulations will still apply throughout the Festival please refer to council parking signs for more details.
Wetsuit Ruling Swimmer must check final Wetsuit Ruling to find out if they are allowed to wear a wesuit.
Timing Band

The swimmer must put the timing band on their ankle. The timing band MUST be worn on either ankle (if it's on your wrist you won't get a time). ALL three competitors/legs must wear the timing band in their leg of the race. When the swimmer has tagged the cyclist, the swimmer gives the timing band to the cyclist, so the cyclist then gives the timing band to the runner. Once again, ensure that all team members wear the timing band on their ankle.

If you forget your timing band, please report to the Help Desk on Sunday morning before the race, as you will need to be reissued with a whole new timing band and race number. You will have to pay a $50 fee if timing chip is lost.

If you do not start the race on Sunday morning, please advise the Help Desk and hand in your timing band.  If you withdraw from the race please inform the Information Centre and return your timing band. Timing results will include swim split, cycle split, run split and finish time - overall and category places. If you do not return your timing band you will incur a $50 charge for replacement.

Start Time
Check your team swim wave start time on the Information Board. Please check that your swimmers swim cap colour reflects the colour of your wave start.
Transition

For entry into tranisition all team members must have their wristand fastened and your cyclist must have their helmet properly fastened on their head. Set up your race equipment next to your bike. Ensure that all team members are aware of the position of your team bike as this is the place where you will tag your next team member to continue the race.

Race Number
Your race number is COMPULSORY on the run leg.  If your runner plans to use an elastic race number belt, then, as sponsors names are part of the race number, it will be necessary to ensure the complete race number is displayed.  Competitors must ensure that their torso is covered throughout the cycle and run.

Familiarise Yourself

All team members should check the exit and entry points in transition and course maps so you know where to go.
Wave Starts Ensure your swimmer is at the Swim Start when your Wave Start is called.