RHYL SPRINT TRIATHLON FESTIVAL 2015

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1 RHYL SPRINT TRIATHLON FESTIVAL 2015 Sunday 6 September 2015 from 7:00, Rhyl Marine Lake An Xtra Mile Events Triathlon This booklet contains important race information, course maps and transition plan.

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3 RHYL SPRINT TRIATHLON FESTIVAL 2015 Welcome and timetable 3 Rhyl Sprint Triathlon Festival th September 2015 open from 07:00 Welcome to the Rhyl Sprint Triathlon Festival 2015 from Xtra Mile Events! We are delighted to be staging the third Triathlon Festival at the traditional seaside town of Rhyl with races to suit everyone. This great event provides the challenge of an open water swim in the calmer waters of the marine lake, with laps on a flat cycle course on mostly closed roads, along the seafront on West Parade, followed by a run which follows the stunning new promenade, out and back to the finish line back at marine lake quayside. A weekend for family and friends The marine lake swim and criterium cycle laps on closed roads make a great event for your family and friends to watch, and with lots of fun activities close by, like the miniature railway around the lake and Rhyl s newly restored sea front, it s a fun day out for all the family! A big thank-you To Denbighshire County Council, Rhyl Sea Cadets, Llandundo Girls FC, Rhyl Swimming Club and all the groups who have offered their services as marshalls and volunteers as well as BTF officials and Manchester Medical Services for their help in staging this event. We would also like to thank residents and local businesses for their support and co-operation whilst the triathlon is in progress. Supporting this event are a number of sponsors, including Zone3, Clif Bar, Pro Spin, Race Force and Jabra. Well done to you! You ll receive your medal and your results will be available to print out as soon as you cross the finish line. You can download your race photos approximately 24 hours after the event. Enjoy the day! See you there! Arrival Parking: Please use the free car park on Quay St, Rhyl, LL18 1UN. We ask you NOT to park in nearby residential roads: this will anger local residents and reduce your visibility on the cycle course.. Registration: The Registration tent will be next to transition at Marine Lake Quayside. Transition: Rhyl Marine Lake, Westbourne Ave, Rhyl, LL18 1AQ Please park at Quay St car park and walk the short distance to transition, there is no parking at Marine Lake on race day. Timetable Sunday Registration open Transition opens 08:45 Race briefing for all competitors in transition Sprint Distance group one swim start Sprint Distance group two swim start Super Sprint Distance swim start Mega Sprint Distance swim start, (five minutes after super sprint) 11.30am Road closures re-open 12:00 12:30 (approx.) Prize Giving 12:30 Transition closes The pre-race briefing is compulsory for all competitors. You need to allow enough time to park, register and rack your bike on Sunday before transition closes.

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5 RHYL SPRINT TRIATHLON FESTIVAL 2015 General race information 5 Registration This is located at Rhyl Marine Lake Quayside LL18 1AQ. This is your first port of call you will not be able to enter transition without your race numbers. YOU MUST SHOW PHOTO ID Home Nation Association members MUST show their current year membership cards (without this you will be charged 5 for a day licence). Non-Home Nation Association members must show a form of photo ID, e.g. driving licence. All non Home Nation Association competitors have already paid for their day licence. Race pack Your race pack will contain: 2 x race numbers one goes on your back on the cycle, one on your front for the run Number tattoos see instructions opposite for how to apply Swim cap Electronic timing chip and ankle strap you must wear this on your left ankle You will be given a bike number sticker for your bike post You will also receive an XME goody bag. We will have race belts and a small range of clothing available to buy including a limited edition Xtra Mile Events cycle top. We can only except cash on the day. Race numbers Race numbers must be clearly visible for the cycle and run. Use safety pins or a race belt to attach your numbers. If wearing a race belt, please ensure the number can be seen through each timing point during the cycling phase a number must be displayed on your back, during the running phase a number must be displayed on your front. You will be issued with 3 number tattoos one number for each arm and one for your left calf. These are easy to apply and are like children s tattoos see details below for information on how to apply them. There will be tubs of water and cloths outside the registration area for you to use. Please do not try to apply the tattoos on top of any oils, gels or lotions as they will not work. Sprint competitors numbers will have a yellow strip across them so that you know who you are racing against. The tattoos are easily removed using baby oil or similar. Race briefing There will be a single race briefing for all distances and it will take place in the transition area at 8.40am. Attendance is compulsory. Changing facilities and baggage storage There are no changing or baggage facilities at this venue, please lock bags in your car.

6 RHYL SPRINT TRIATHLON FESTIVAL 2015 Course information 6 Swim Sprint 750m / 1 lap Super sprint 400m Mega sprint 100m WETSUITS ARE COMPULSORY. You must wear your coloured swim cap. There will be kayaks and 1 RIB (rigid inflatable boat) on the sea to provide safety cover. If you get into difficulty, turn onto your back, raise one arm and wait for a canoe to escort you to the RIB. If for any reason the race needs to be stopped, the signal for this will be 3 long blasts on the air horn. Safety craft operators will advise you further. Please note that whilst checks of the water quality are made on a regular basis and have passed the required guidelines there are still risks from swimming in open water particularly if you are unwell. We do not advise that you take part in the swim if you are unwell. The sprint swim is an anti-clockwise loop marked out by buoys, starting in the water from the pontoon and finishing at the lakeside slipway (see diagram later in booklet for map) The sprint and mega sprint are shorter versions of the loop and will be clearly signed. All swimmers keep the buoys on their left at all times, the mega sprint turn is left after the first buoy across to buoy number 6, the supersprint turn is after the second buoy, across to buoy number 5. The exit point for all swimmers is the same and will be marked with Xtra Mile Events feather flags. Please study the swim diagram later in the booklet and be sure that you know the course.

7 RHYL SPRINT TRIATHLON FESTIVAL 2015 Course information 7 Cycle Sprint 21km / 7 laps Super sprint 15km / 5 laps Mega sprint 10km / 3 laps PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU ARE FAMILIAR WITH THE COURSE. The cycle section of the race takes place on closed roads. However, we would ask you to remain vigilant as the road from the lake to the roundabout out and back remains open to traffic. See later in booklet for map. Follow the signs the route is clearly signposted with fluorescent yellow signs. Obey the Highway Code. Competitors will not be allowed to start without a fastened helmet. Reminder: during the race do not put on or take off your helmet unless your bike is on the racking. Drafting will not be permitted. Key points This is a SEVEN lap course for the sprint and a FIVE lap course for the super sprint and a THREE lap course for the mega sprint you are responsible for counting your own laps. Proceed with caution as you ride from transition to the roundabout, because this road remains open throughout the event. Follow the rules as for all non draft legal events, officials will be watching for drafting and you will be penalized. You are responsible for your own safety at all times ride within your capabilities. Transition You will not be able to enter transition without showing your race numbers and having your bike sticker on your bike. Competitors only are allowed in transition, this is for security reasons. Please use the secure competitor entrance to put your bike and equipment into transition. You will need to place any race equipment (e.g. bike, cycle/run shoes, etc.) in your bay in transition. Please find your race number marked on the relevant bay, and rack your bike and place equipment at this spot. Please ensure your kit does not stray into transition aisles, and be mindful of other competitors. Walk through and familiarise yourself with the routes to/from your bay, to/from the entrances and exits of transition prior to starting the race. Remember to leave your bike in a low enough gear, ready for the cycle section. Reminder: there is no cycling in transition mount/dismount your bike at the mount/dismount point. Please collect your equipment before the closure time advertised. After this time we cannot guarantee the security of your equipment. Run Sprint 5km Super sprint 2.5km Mega sprint 1km This is an OUT and BACK course starting from transition, out and along the promenade and back to the finish line. See later in booklet for map. Key points Follow the fluorescent yellow signs There are pedestrians along the marine lake and also watch out for members of the public along the promenade Please take care when crossing any roads marshals have no power to stop or control traffic Turnaround points for the super sprint and mega sprint are marked by feather flags, which you need to run around before heading back to the finish line You are responsible for running the correct distance for your event.

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9 RHYL SPRINT TRIATHLON FESTIVAL 2015 General race information 9 Timing chip and strap This must be attached to your left ankle (this is where it has been designed to work at its optimum and fixing it anywhere else will jeopardise you getting your race times). You must wear your race strap throughout the whole race. It is advisable to wear the chip UNDER your wetsuit leg to prevent it being lost. Please return your chip to the marshal at the finish line. You will not be allowed to remove your bike without returning your chip and ankle strap. If you have lost your timing chip you will be charged 10 to remove your bike from transition. The chip timing system will give you detailed results including all your splits and a printout of your results will be available at the finish line. Timing points The timing points we use between stages are: Swim: from when the horn starts the swim to when you enter transition T1: from when you enter transition to when you leave transition on your bike Bike: from when you exit transition on your bike to when you exit transition to start the run T2: from when you enter transition to when you leave transition for the run Run: from when you exit transition to start the run to when you cross the finish line Relay teams Each member of a relay team will need to pass on the electronic timing chip and ankle strap to the next team member at transition. As soon as the chip has been attached the next team member may begin their section of the event. Bike mechanic service Team Race Force will be available on race day offering free bike safety checks and answering all your race day questions. They will be fully stocked with essential spares should you forget anything this will incur a small charge. Bike rescue service Xtra Mile Events provides a bike rescue service. If you are out on the bike course and suffer e.g. a mechanical fault such as a flat tyre, and you are too far out to be able to walk back to transition, we will send a vehicle to come and rescue you. All you need to do is wait for a BTF Motorbike Official to come by, and flag them down. They will contact the race director, who will organise for the vehicle to come to your aid as soon as possible, and take you and your bike back to transition. Please do not request assistance and then use an alternative means to return to transition. Withdrawing partway through If you withdraw from the event at any stage before the finish, please tell a marshal. This is for your own safety (and saves us spending hours searching for you out on the course!). If you cannot complete a stage, but wish to continue with the other disciplines in the event, you may do so, but you will be disqualified from overall results. You MUST inform the race official of this as soon as you are able to do so. First aid First aid is available on site, and a mobile ambulance crew is able to attend to casualties out on the course. If you need medical assistance, marshals have contact numbers for the medical teams.

10 RHYL SPRINT TRIATHLON FESTIVAL 2015 General race information 10 Refreshments All competitors will receive a bottle of water at the finish line, where we will also have bananas, sweets, and biscuits. Please bring something with you to drink during and after the race leave it at transition, and/or store it on your bike. Massage Post-race massage is available on site. This will be in the finish line area and there is a nominal charge of 5. Let them know if you need a massage, or just want some advice! Photography You will get a free souvenir photo from the event. Our official photographer is Tim Waterworth Photography. Race photographs will be available to view after the event at They are of sufficient quality to download and print up to A4 size. Results The timing marquee will be located close to the finish line. Tap in your race number for a printout of your results. Results will be posted live to the Xtra Mile Events website on race day. After this competitors will have 72 hours from the time of its posting to make queries. Winners will be announced at the prize giving. Prize giving This will take place at adjacent to the transition area. Prizes for the sprint are below. The prizes for the super sprint and mega sprint will be determined by the numbers of competitors. 1st Overall Female / Male Jabra headphones, XME Winners mug plus free XME race entry 2nd Overall Female / Male Pro Spin voucher and Zone3 voucher, XME Winners mug plus free XME race entry 3rd Overall Female / Male One month s coaching from pro triathlete Paul Hawkins, XME Winners mug plus free XME race entry 1st Female / Male in age categories 19yrs / / / / / / / / / / 65+ XME Winners mug plus free XME race entry Amendment of entry details We can amend various details relating to you, but you must notify us of any corrections to entry details before starting the event. No changes will be made afterwards. Contact us via our website, or at the registration desk on the day. Post-race collection of kit from transition You are asked to collect your bike and kit from the transition area as soon as possible after you finish. Lost property Any lost property handed to Xtra Mile Events will be kept for 4 weeks after the event. Please contact the office on info@xtramileevents.com. Spectators Spectators are very welcome to watch all stages of the event. SWIM You can follow the swimmers by walking around marine lake. The swimmers are easily visible from the lakeside. CYCLE You can walk up to the roundabout and take position along the barriers to cheer on the competitors as they do their laps. RUN The run goes alongside marine lake and then out along the newly built promenade at Rhyl. There will be plenty of spectating space on the Promenade, however please avoid getting in the athletes way. Marshals may warn you of oncoming competitors this is for your own safety. Please also stay out of the marked competitor only areas. Importantly, enjoy the event! Accommodation For details of local accommodation, please contact Rhyl Tourism Information Centre on or visit Please note The organiser cannot be held responsible for competitors property lost, stolen or damaged before, during or after this event. Please attend the prize giving if you have won a category. We will not post out prizes. Alternatively, ask someone to collect your prize on your behalf.

11 RHYL SPRINT TRIATHLON FESTIVAL 2015 Common rule infringements 11 Penalties This information is designed to help you enjoy the race and to not incur penalties. Any penalties issued will be displayed in the timing tent and any queries addressed to the race official. Triathlon sport guidance Check the FAQ section of the Xtra Mile Events website, and the Triathlon England website for general information. Drafting Competitors are not permitted to draft off other competitors during the cycle section of a race. The draft zone for sprint and standard distance events is 7m (approximately 3 bike lengths) x 3m, and starts at the front edge of the bike s front wheel. Remember to keep left at all times when you are not overtaking. If you are overtaken it is your responsibility to drop out of the overtaking cyclist s draft zone. Helmets Helmets used for events must meet the minimum standards of ANSI Z90, SNELL B90, EN1078 or equivalent a CE mark is not an approved standard. Helmets must be on and securely fastened before removing your bike from its transition space and remain fastened until you have re-racked your bike. Outside assistance Athletes must not receive outside assistance from anyone who is not part of the event team, including being passed drinks or helped with equipment. The only exception relating to outside assistance is for medical issues, or when safety may be compromised. Transition area Each athlete has their own space within the transition area for their equipment. You are not permitted to mark your space, and your equipment must not hinder other athletes as this will be considered unsporting impedance. When leaving transition for the cycle leg, do not ride your bike until you have reached the mount line. Similarly when returning to the transition area you must be off your bike before the dismount line. Race numbers Athletes need to wear their race numbers at all times during the cycle and run sections and they must be clearly visible. During the cycle section the number needs to be displayed at the rear and during the run it needs to be displayed at the front. The race number provided by Xtra Mile Events must not be cut down or altered in any way. The transfer tattoos should be used in conjunction with the official race number and are not considered a replacement. Unsportsmanlike conduct Xtra Mile Events race officials, event volunteers, spectators and other competitors should be treated with respect and courtesy. Please comply with requests from the race official and event volunteers. Abusive and aggressive behaviour and language will not be tolerated under any circumstances. Course You are required to follow the course outlined in the race booklet and the race briefing. Not completing the specific course or the right number of laps will result in you being disqualified. It is your responsibility to know the course for each element and the number of required laps. Nudity Competitors who are publically nude at any point of the race risk disqualification. You cannot therefore get completely changed in transition. Nudity also includes being topless during the bike or the run, or having front fastening tops unfastened. Mobile phones, MP3 players and other similar equipment These are banned during events, including in transition. Using headphones at any time during the race can lead to instant dis-qualification. Litter The discarding of gel packs and other items is becoming a major problem at all triathlons. We now have a very strict NO LITTER policy. Gel packs use them but bring the empty sachet back with you. Do not drop water cups unless you are at a drinks station or marshal position. ANY LITTERING WILL BE PUNISHED WITH INSTANT DISQUALIFICATION.

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14 RHYL SPRINT TRIATHLON FESTIVAL 2015 Swim route 14

15 RHYL SPRINT TRIATHLON FESTIVAL 2015 Cycle route 15

16 RHYL SPRINT TRIATHLON FESTIVAL 2015 Run route 16

17 RHYL SPRINT TRIATHLON FESTIVAL 2015 Transition Plan 17

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