11 JUNE 2017 ATHLETE INFORMATION GUIDE

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1 11 JUNE 2017 ATHLETE INFORMATION GUIDE

2 Just the place to experience the world s best live events Where else can you watch a global motor race one minute and stroll down a surf beach the next? Or snorkel in the morning and watch ballet at night? This is Queensland; the perfect union of world-class events and destinations. Come for an event, and stay for an unforgettable holiday. TOWNSVILLE NORTH QUEENSLAND McDonald s Townsville Running Festival 6 Aug SUNSHINE COAST IRONMAN 70.3 Sunshine Coast 8 10 Sep SUNSHINE COAST Velothon Sunshine Coast Jul TROPICAL NORTH QUEENSLAND 2017 UCI Mountain Bike World Championships Cairns 5 10 Sep GOLD COAST Coates Hire Coolangatta Gold 7 8 Oct queensland.com/events

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4 RACE DIRECTOR UPDATES Welcome to the 2017 Cairns Airport IRONMAN Cairns Asia-Pacific Championships // Cairns Airport Adventure Festival, the seventh edition of this exciting event. Over its six year history the event has become known as the IRONMAN in Paradise, boasting an experience that extends past the race day excitement. Hosted in Tropical North Queensland athletes and their support crew have easy access to the Great Barrier Reef, the Daintree Rainforest and the tropical island surrounds. The Cairns Airport Adventure Festival which will take place from 4 12 June, besides the IRONMAN 70.3 Cairns, includes the Cairns Airport IRONMAN Cairns Asia-Pacific Championships, Coral Coast Triathlon, RRR Mountain Bike Challenge, Hekili Great Barrier Reef Ocean Challenge, Quicksilver Reef Swim Green Island, The Cairns Post Bright Night Run and the McDonalds IRONKIDS Cairns. Cairns Airport Ironman Cairns offers a course that is arguably the most spectacular on the Oceania event calendar. From reef to World Heritage listed rainforest, and a finish line in the heart of the CBD the race has become a mustdo on the IRONMAN calendar, and there is every reason to believe the hype. Finally, the Cairns community and volunteers are ready and waiting to support you during your IRONMAN journey. The town and region surrounding Cairns is amongst the welcoming regions in Tropical North Queensland and I encourage you to take the time to explore the city and its surrounds. We wish all participants the best of luck and hope that you can enjoy your time in Tropical North Queensland. See you at the Finish line. Aaron Freeman Race Director 2

5 MESSAGE FROM RACE REFEREE We are using the Triathlon Australia (TA) Race Competition Rules, and this is a NON Drafting Event. To minimise the possibility of infringing the rules on race day and avoiding a visit to the Penalty Box, please observe the following: Ride on the left side of the bike lane Keep 12 metres between yourself and the cyclist in front of you front wheel to front wheel Pass on the right of the cyclist in front (never on the left) Complete your pass within 25-seconds If passed, drop back immediately 12 metres and ensure you have dropped back the full 12 metres before re-passing Triathlon is an individual race and it is your responsibility to fully understand the rules and avoid infringements. A Technical Official s ruling is final in the case of Drafting, Blocking, and Illegal Pass infringements (Judgment Calls) and these are not subject to either protest or appeal. Following are the most common rule infringements: Other infringements which may result in Disqualification include: offensive and unsportsmanlike behaviour, public personal toilet, outside assistance (from anyone other than a race official), the use of electronic equipment including telephones, including the use of earphones or other communication devices. Always remember to treat other athletes, volunteers and officials with courtesy and consideration as they are an important in keeping the event safe and fair. I sincerely hope you have a great race, enjoy the experience, and achieve your IRONMAN 70.3 goals. Cathy Hoare Race Referee Blue Card 5-minute Penalties include: Drafting Following a leading cyclist closer than 12 metres and failing to pass in 25 seconds OR after being passed, failing to drop back 12 metres before re-passing Illegal Pass Passing on the left Littering - Discarding items, e.g. tyres, bidons, gel wrappers etc., on any part of the course except within sight of an Aid Station A Technical Official will advise you of any time Penalty by calling your number, advising you of the nature of the infringement and showing you a BLUE Card. It will be then your responsibility to serve the 5-minute time Penalty(s) at the next Penalty Box. Yellow Card Stop Start Penalties to be served at the next Penalty Box include: Blocking Riding on the right side of an athlete without passing or riding on the right hand side of the bike lane when clear of other athletes. Yellow Card Stop Start and Correct Penalties include: Helmet Failing to have your chin strap securely fastened when moving with your bike. NOTE: that any 3 infringements across the course during the event may result in a Disqualification. 3

6 Discover Paradise The Douglas Shire is the only place in the world where two World Heritage-listed natural environments meet. With the closest and best access to the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest, the Douglas Shire is the ultimate place to immerse yourself and relax in Nature s Playground. Situated only one hour north of Cairns, Port Douglas & the Daintree boast amazing tours, delectable dining options and idyllic beaches. Every accommodation option is catered for, from beachside campgrounds in the rainforest to luxurious resorts and executive homes. Why not Discover Paradise for yourself?

7 ATHLETE CHECK LIST Whether you are returning or it is your first time at the IRONMAN 70.3 CAIRNS, we have provided the following checklist for convenience to make sure everybody is prepared to have a great event. Read the Athlete Information Guide in its entirety Familiarise yourself with the event schedule Ensure you have received your confirmation - check all personal details are correct, print and bring along with you to Athlete Check-In Book flights and accommodation ensuring you arrive in time for Athlete Check-In from Thursday 8th June 2pm 5pm Friday 9th June 9am 4pm Saturday 10th June 9am 12pm Pre book massage - Bookings are essential and can be made via the Online Booking form Checked the athlete list online (available from Tuesday 16 th May) and ensure your name, country and details are correct (if incorrect please contact cairns@ironman.com) Ensure you have photo identification (drivers licence, passport etc) and bring to Athlete Check-In Confirm that your Emergency Contact person will be contactable on race day and ensure that the full number including area / country code is provided Confirm your Medicare/Health Insurance details are current Check the weather forecast to ensure you bring all relevant clothing and equipment Familiarise yourself with the venue and race day road closures Familiarise yourself with the course it is your responsibility to know this on race day If you qualify for a the 2017 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship spot you will need to bring: - Bring photo identification - Bring valid credit card (Visa & MasterCard). AMEX and Diners Club are not accepted for payments. 4

8 NOOSA FF with TECHNOLOGY Prepare for take-off in the NOOSA FF with FlyteFoam technology, with a higher platform for maximum comfort and a lightweight cushioning system that lets you run faster. ASICS is a proud sponsor of the 2017 Cairns Airport IRONMAN Cairns Asia-Pacific Championship

9 EVENT SCHEDULE 6:15AM 7:15AM 7:30AM 8:30AM 7:30AM 10:30AM 7:30AM 8:00AM 8:30AM 9:00AM 10:00AM 11:00AM 3:00PM 3:30PM 4.00PM 5.00PM 5:45AM 6.15AM 7:55AM 8:00AM 9:00AM 5:00PM 9:00AM 5:00PM 9:00AM 5:00PM 2:00PM 5:00PM 9:00AM 10:30AM 9.00AM 7.30PM 9.00AM 7.30PM 9:00AM 6:00PM SUNDAY 4 TH JUNE Check In & Bike Racking - Coral Coast Tri Check In - 70KM RRR Mountain Bike Challenge Check In - 35KM RRR Mountain Bike Challenge Race Start - Coral Coast Tri (Sprint Triathlon) Race Start - Coral Coast Tri (Enticer Triathlon ) Race Start - Hekili Great Barrier Reef Ocean Challenge Race Start - 70KM RRR Mountain Bike Challenge Presentations & Entertainment - Coral Coast Tri Race Start - 35KM RRR Mountain Bike Challenge Presentations & Entertainment - RRR Mountain Bike Challenge Presentations & Entertainment - Hekili Great Barrier Reef Ocean Challenge WEDNESDAY 7 TH JUNE Check In - Quicksilver Reef Swim : Green Island THURSDAY 8 TH JUNE Check In - Quicksilver Reef Swim : Green Island Board Quicksilver Charter Boat Race Start - 3km Quicksilver Reef Swim : Green Island Race Start - 1.5km Quicksilver Reef Swim : Green Island IRONMAN Merchandise Store Open Cairns Event Information Booth open Cairns Sport & Lifestyle Expo Check In - Cairns Airport IRONMAN Cairns and IRONMAN 70.3 Cairns FRIDAY 9 TH JUNE AWA Breakfast - Gold and Silver invite only Cairns Sport & Lifestyle Expo Cairns Event Information Booth open IRONMAN Merchandise Store Open Port Douglas Mt Molloy Mt Molloy Four Mile Beach, Port Douglas Four Mile Beach, Port Douglas Yorkeys Knob Mt Molloy Port Douglas Lifesaving Club Mt Molloy Port Douglas Lifesaving Club Port Douglas Lifesaving Club Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal Green Island Green Island VIP Tent 9:00AM 4:00PM 10:00AM 1:30PM 11:00AM 3:00PM 11:00AM 12:00PM 2:00PM 2:45PM 3:00PM 3:45PM 3:00PM 5:00PM 4:45PM 6:15PM 6.00PM 5:300PM 6.30PM 6.45AM AM 7:30AM - 2:00PM 7:30AM - 5:00PM 8:00AM - 2:30PM 8:00AM - 11:00AM 8:00AM - 1:00PM 8:00AM - 1:30PM 8:00AM - 4:30PM 8:00AM - 4:30PM 8:00AM 8.30AM 8:45AM - 5:15PM 9:00AM - 12:00PM 9:00AM - 5:00PM Check In - Cairns Airport IRONMAN Cairns & IRONMAN 70.3 Cairns IRONMAN Video Briefing (continual video briefing) Japanese Dedicated Check- In Cairns Airport IRONMAN Cairns & IRONMAN 70.3 Cairns Meet the Cairns Airport IRONMAN Cairns Pros Pro Athlete Briefing - IRONMAN Japanese Dedicated Athlete Briefing - Airport IRONMAN Cairns & IRONMAN 70.3 Cairns Bike Transfers to Palm Cove (Bike drop off at T2). Check In - The Cairns Post Bright Night Run Race Start - The Cairns Post Bright Night Run Official Athlete Welcome Cairns Airport IRONMAN Cairns SATURDAY 10 TH JUNE Check In & Bike Racking - McDonalds IRONKIDS Cairns (all age groups) Run Bag Check In at Transition 2 Change Tent Cairns Event Information Booth open IRONMAN 70.3 Athlete Briefing Bike Transfers to Palm Cove (Bike drop off at T2) Pacific Hotel - Pacific Ballroom Pacific Hotel - Pacific Ballroom Pacific Hotel - Pacific Ballroom Reef Fleet Terminal, Spence St Cairns Cruise Liner Terminal, Wharf St Esplanade Lagoon Fogarty Park, Cairns Coral & Rainforest Room, Peppers, Palm Cove Reef Fleet Terminal, Spence St IRONMAN Video Briefing Pacific Hotel - Pacific Ballroom Shuttle Service to Palm Reef Fleet Cove depart Cairns every Terminal, Spence 30 minutes. St Palm Cove Event Palm Cove Information Booth open COMPULSORY Palm Cove Overnight Bike Racking - Race Start yrs McDonalds IRONKIDS Cairns Race Start yrs McDonalds IRONKIDS Cairns Shuttle Service to Cairns depart Palm Cove every 30 minutes. Check In - Cairns Airport IRONMAN Cairns & IRONMAN 70.3 Cairns Cairns Sport & Lifestyle Expo Western Events Lawn, Cairns Western Events Lawn, Cairns Palm Cove 5

10 JOIN NOW Triathlon Australia Annual Membership THE BENEFITS Save on race entry fees Family Memberships available INSURANCE You are covered under Triathlon Australia policy for personal accident and third party public liability while training and participating. TRIATHLON CLUBS Connect with one of the 220 affiliated Triathlon Clubs who provide great training and social environments. DISCOUNTS & OFFERS From Training Peaks, Bikesure bike insurance, triathlon magazines and a total of $100 worth of vouchers to spend online with SCODY BECOME A CHAMPION Members are eligible to compete for State and National Championships across all distances as well as the chance to represent at World Championships. triathlon.org.au

11 9:00AM - IRONMAN Merchandise 5:00PM Store Open 9:30AM 1st Transition 2 Tour Fogarty Park Cairns 10:00AM 1st Transition 1 Tour Palm Cove 11:00AM 2nd Transition 2 Tour Fogarty Park Cairns 11:30AM 2nd Transition 1 Tour Palm Cove 12:30PM Japanese Transition 1 Tour Palm Cove 2:00PM 3rd Transition 1 Tour Palm Cove 2:00PM 3rd Transition 2 Tour Fogarty Park Cairns 4:00PM Japanese Transition 2 Tour Fogarty Park Cairns 4:00AM - 4:36AM 4:38AM - 6:40AM SUNDAY 11 TH JUNE Shuttle Service to Palm Cove depart Cairns COMPETITORS ONLY Shuttle Service to Palm Cove depart Cairns - IRONMAN COMPETITORS and SPECTATORS IRONMAN 70.3 Cairns Transition 1 Open Cairns Airport IRONMAN Cairns Transition 1 Open Palm Cove Event Information Booth open 5:00AM - 6:35AM 5:00AM AM 5:00AM - 11:00AM 6:35AM Race Start - IRONMAN 70.3 Cairns 7:30AM - Shuttle Service return from 11:00AM Palm Cove to Cairns 7:35AM 8:00AM - 9:00PM 10:40AM (APPROX) 11:00AM - 7:00PM 11:00AM - 7:00PM 2:00PM (APPROX) - 4:30PM 3:00PM 3:40PM (APPROX) 4:00PM - 12:40AM 5:30PM 6:15PM 6:30PM (APPROX) - 12:00AM 12:40AM (APPROX) departing every 30 minutes Race Start - Cairns Airport IRONMAN Cairns Cairns Event Information Booth open First Finisher - IRONMAN 70.3 Cairns Cairns Sport & Lifestyle Expo IRONMAN Merchandise Store Open IRONMAN 70.3 Bikes & Swim / Run Bag Collection Shuttle Bus departure for Palm Cove First Finisher - Cairns Airport IRONMAN Cairns Finish - Recovery & Medical Presentations - IRONMAN 70.3 Cairns 2017 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship Roll Down Ceremony - IRONMAN 70.3 Cairns Transition 2 Open for Cairns Airport IRONMAN Cairns Bike Collection MONDAY 12 TH JUNE Last Finisher - Cairns Airport IRONMAN Cairns Spence St, Cairns Spence St, Cairns Palm Cove Palm Cove Palm Cove Palm Cove Palm Cove Palm Cove Lagoon Car Park, Cairns Fogarty Park, Cairns Spence St, Cairns Lagoon Car Park, Cairns Lagoon Car Park, Cairns Pacific Hotel - Pacific Ballroom Pacific Hotel - Pacific Ballroom Fogarty Park Cairns Lagoon Car Park, Cairns 8:00AM - 10:00AM 8:00AM - 11:00AM 8:00AM - 2:00PM 9:00AM - 11:00AM 10:30AM - 12:00PM 1:30PM - 3:00PM 3:00PM - 5:00PM On site sales - Cairns Airport IRONMAN Cairns 2018 Cairns Event Information Booth open IRONMAN Merchandise Store Open Transition 2 Open for Cairns Airport IRONMAN General Bike Collection IRONMAN World Championship Roll Down Ceremony - Cairns Airport IRONMAN Cairns IRONMAN Awards Function - Cairns Airport IRONMAN Cairns IRONMAN Post Race party Cairns Info Booth Fogarty Park Cairns Pacific Hotel - Pacific Ballroom Salt House Salt House 6

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13 PRE-RACE INFORMATION CHECK IN When Thursday 8th June 2pm 5pm Friday 9th June 9am 4pm Saturday 10th June 9am 12pm All Race Kits must be picked up by 12pm Saturday 10 June, If you do not Check-In during these times you will not be eligible to race. Allow extra time when making travel arrangements. Where Western Events Lawn,. Please do NOT bring your bike into the Check-In queue. Bike racks will be available within the festival village. What you will need Photo Identification (Drivers Licence or passport). You will not be able to pick up your race pack without ID. Only the person registered can pick up their Race Kit at Check-In. Please note that it is illegal for someone else to compete under your name or for you to compete under someone else s name. This will result in suspension from your State Triathlon Association and banning both parties from future IRONMAN Oceania/Multisport Triathlon Races. RELAY TEAM CHECK-IN Same Check-In times and location will apply to Relay Teams. All Relay Team members will be required to Check-In during Check-In hours. RACE KIT Individual Your Race Kit Race Bib Number, Bike Seat Post Number Sticker, Helmet Number Sticker, Bike Pump Sticker, Special Needs Stickers, Gear Bag Stickers, Race Number Tattoo, Category Tattoo, ID Wristband, Coloured Swim Cap. Relay Team Race Kit 1 x Race Bib Number, 1 x Bike Seat Post Number Sticker, 1 x Helmet Number Sticker, 1 x Bike Pump Sticker, 1 x Gear Bag Sticker, Race Number Tattoo (worn by Runner), 1 x Category Tattoo (worn by Runner), 3 x ID Wristband, 1 x Coloured Swim Cap. ID Wristband Your ID wristband must be worn at all times as this will be your entry to athlete only restricted areas. Your ID wristband will be secured to your wrist prior to leaving Check-In. This is your only means of entry to transition to rack your bike pre-race and to collect your gear and bike after the race. IRONMAN will not allow access into these area s without athletes wearing their wristband. No Wristband = No Access. Age Grouper Individual GREEN Teams LIGHT GREEN INDIVIDUAL CHANGES All changes to Individual s registrations will need to be made prior to 5pm, 2 June Please ensure that when the athlete list becomes available online one month prior, if any details are incorrect to contact the race office cairns@ironman.com or After this time all changes can be made onsite at the Help Desk located within Athlete Check-In. BIKE RACKING When Saturday 10 June 08.00am 4.30pm Where Transition 1, Palm Cove. You must have already Checked- In and picked up your Race Kit in Cairns prior to racking your bike. No bike will be able to be Checked-In after 4.30pm on Saturday 10 June. Please ensure you plan your travel to Check-In and picked up your Race Kit in Cairns prior to 12:00pm. What you will need You must have your bike post sticker attached to your bike and be wearing corresponding numbered ID waistband to enter Transition. Your bike post sticker will be found in your Race Kit. Triathlon Australia officials will be conducting your compulsory helmet and bike checks as you enter the Transition area, please ensure you have your helmet on and done up as you enter Transition. Competitors are responsible for ensuring that your bike and helmet are in safe working order before presenting for at Bike Check-In to avoid rejection. See the Triathlon Australia Rules for equipment standards at BIKE TRANSFERS Only applicable for those having their bikes transferred from Cairns to Palm Cove. Athletes are able to have their bikes transferred from Cairns to Palm Cove where they will be placed onto their respective bike rack ready for athletes to arrive at Transition 1 on Saturday to complete their pre-race preparation. 7

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15 This service is provided free of charge however bookings MUST BE MADE using the online booking system. Due to the limited capacity of the trucks transporting bikes, bookings for the respective services will be allocated on a first in best dressed basis. Your bike bag (blue) will not be able to go to Palm Cove on the truck with your bike. Following are the drop off and delivery times for the respective services: amount of parking available in Palm Cove. Shuttle buses leave from Spence Street (opposite T2). Parking is available throughout the Cairns CBD, including the following locations: Spence Street, Mon-Sun 24 hrs. Koppens Carpark, Grafton Street, Mon-Sun 24hrs. Bookings for the shuttle service must be made through the online booking and payment facility downundertours Costs for the shuttle buses are as follows: Saturday, 10 June Adults $10 return Adults $5 one way (for athletes that choose to ride to Transition 1 for Bike Check-In) Child Spectator (Under age 16) $5 return BIKE DROP OFF PROCEDURE 1. Complete the athlete check-in process - Thursday 8th 2:00pm 5:00pm - Friday 9th 9:00am 4:30pm - Saturday 10th 9:00am - 11:00am (Saturday Service only) 2. Apply athlete race number sticker on your bike (bike seat post) 3. Drop stickered bike off at the collection point which is located at T2 Fogarty Park (Cairns), The entrance will be located at Pier Point Road, adjacent to the Shangri-La Hotel. Please note we only transport bike not helmets or swim/bike bags for you 4. Your bike will be placed onto their respective bike at T1, Palm Cove according to which service you booked: Drop Off Time Arrival Time (on rack) 3pm 5pm (Friday) 11am Saturday 8am 9am 1pm 9am 10am 2pm 10am 11am 3pm 5. Familiarise yourself with the layout of transition and the location of your bike on Saturday during your pre-race preparation. - Athletes are required to drop off your BLUE BIKE BAG (Swim to Bike) on Saturday between 8:00am 4:30am these WILL NOT be accepted on race morning - HELMET CHECKS ARE COMPULSORY AND WILL TAKE PLACE at T1 ON SATURDAY - All athletes need to drop RED RUN BAG (Bike to Run) off at Cairns T2 on Saturday 10th Sat 7:30am - 2:00pm SHUTTLE BUSES Athletes and spectators are encouraged to use the shuttle bus service on Saturday and Sunday due to the limited Sunday, 11 June Athlete Free of Charge (However you must still Book this service) Adult Spectator $10 return Child Spectator (Under age 16) $5 return Further information on times and costs will be available from the Information Booth at the event and on the event website. Refer to page 27 of this Guide for full timetable and details GEAR BAGS DROP OFF & COLLECTION Please note there will NOT be a gear drop location at the swim start, all items for collection must dropped off at the tubs at the Southern end of Transition 1, Palm Cove. All items discarded at the swim start will be donated directly to charity. During Check-In athletes receive three gear bags. You must affix your race number sticker to each bag before dropping it off at either Transition 1 (Palm Cove) or Transition 2 (Cairns) The following items are examples of what could be included in each bag and details regarding the management of these bags: 8

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17 GEAR BAGS DROP OFF & COLLECTION Tubs at the Southern end of Transition 1, Palm Cove Sun 5:00am 7:00am BIKE MECHANIC Thursday 8 th June Friday 9 th June Saturday 10 th June Cairns EXPO Cairns EXPO Cairns EXPO Transition 1 Palm Cove 9am -5pm 9am -5pm 9am -1pm 8am 4.30pm HELMET CHECKS Bicycle helmets are compulsory. Triathlon Australia officials will be conducting individual helmet checks as you enter into the transition area on Saturday 10th June. This is NOT a guarantee of safety. It is compulsory that all helmets are then being placed in individual athlete s bike bag (blue) which is left with your bike. BIKE PUMPS Bike Pump Drop Off will be available at the exit of Transition 1 on race morning and can be collected post event during collected during Bike and Bag Check-Out. Ensure your bike pump has been correctly labelled with your athlete number. PRE-RACE TRAINING Remember the Road Rules. Do not ride two abreast on narrow road sections and obey all traffic rules. Be courteous to motorists. Wearing your helmet whilst cycling is compulsory in Australia and Police can issue on the spot fines for breach of this law. Make sure you lock your bike whenever you leave it. TRANSITION TOURS When you rack your bike at T1 Palm Cove on Saturday between 8:00am - 4:30pm please allow plenty of time to walk through the routes that you will take through the Transition area, or attend one of the three Transition Tours. The tours will take approximately 30 minutes and will cover the flow of transition including the start and finish points of the swim/bike and run and transition change tent functionality. These tours are also a great opportunity to clarify any transition specific questions. T1 - Transition Tours (Palm Cove) Tour 1-10:00am Tour 2-11:30am Tour 3: - 2:00pm T2- Transition Tours (Fogarty Park, Cairns) Tour 1-9:30am Tour 2-11:00am Tour 3-2:00pm 9

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19 RACE DAY INFORMATION PRE RACE BRIEFING IRONMAN 70.3 Cairns athletes can view the video briefing at the Coral & Rainforest Room, Peppers Beach Club & Spa, Palm Cove It is a continually video which will give a great overview of the event and assist in providing you a smooth racing experience. Viewing times are Saturday 10th June between 8.00am 2:30pm TRANSITION AREA Transition 1 will be open from 5:00am -. Please ensure you leave yourself enough time on race morning as all athletes will need to be out of Transition by 6:35am. TEAM TRANSITION 1 Team s Transition will be open from 5:00am on Sunday morning for cyclists. Following the start of the individual waves at 6.35am only the cyclist will be allowed within the Transition 1 area. All team members must wear their athlete ID wristbands to enter transition. RACE DAY SERVICES Medical Basic first aid is available throughout event week. If you require medical attention we recommend that you visit our Information Booth or seek the assistance of event personnel. Medical staff will be situated in a variety of positions on race day. These locations are as follows: Information Booths Swim Start Swim Exit Transition Roaming Bike & Run Course Finish & Recovery Basic first aid support can also be obtained at the Bike and Run Aid Stations. It is strongly advised that you have adequate personal insurance regardless of whether you are an Australian resident or from overseas. We highly recommend that Australian residents hold valid private health insurance and that international athletes check with their travel insurance or personal insurance provider to confirm what they are covered for. Under Australian legislation, all non-australian residents are not covered for medical costs or ambulance transport costs. If you have an accident you must pay for your own medical expenses and transport. Hence it is recommended you obtain adequate personal medical insurance or travel insurance with the relevant coverage. Sag Wagon The Sag Wagon will collect athletes who are unable to complete the event, or are unable to finish within the course cut-off time. Collected athletes will be transported to the closest Aid Station or back to Transition/Finish Line. Should you require a Sag Wagon at any time, please wave down a motorbike official and they will contact IRONMAN for Sag Wagon deployment. Alternatively advise volunteers at the nearest Aid Station. Please note delays in Sag Wagon transport are expected. To assist with a prompt response, please do not move from your reported location once a Sag Wagon has been requested as this could affect their ability to locate and transport you. TIMING You will collect your Timing Chip and confirm your identity with the timing personnel at the end of the athlete checkin process. At this stage you will re-confirm your information and ensure that your race number matches your timing chip. Please ensure you put it in a safe place and remember to have it with you on race morning. Timing Chips must be worn on your left ankle. On race morning, your timing chip must be on to enter transition. Officials will be checking this. If you do not start the race or pull out of the race for any reason you are to return the Timing Chip to one of the Drop Out Clerks located at the Information Booths or if unable to reach this location to an Event Personnel. If your Timing Chip is not returned or is lost you will be charged $150 for a replacement. Timing results will include swim split, bike split, run split and finish time overall and category results. If Timing Chips are not worn throughout the duration of the race, race results will not be available to that athlete. If a Timing Chip is lost during the race, you will need to inform Event Personnel in transition, so that timing providers can do their best to replace that chip in order to record splits for the rest of the race. It is recommended you wear the strap supplied with the Timing Chip, using an alternative puts you at risk of losing the chip during the race. Lack of timing data may affect validity of category results & World Championship qualifications. 10

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21 ATHLETE RACE BIB NUMBER Wearing your race number bib is compulsory for the Run Leg only. Your number must be clearly visible. You must not fold, cut or manipulate your race number in any way. ATHLETE TATTOOS Wearing your race number tattoo and category tattoo is compulsory. Your race number must be displayed on your right bicep with the MDot logo at the top. Your category letter tattoo must be displayed on your left calf. The tattoos can be easily applied by placing the number face-down on your body, firmly pressing the paper side with a damp cloth or sponge, holding for 60 seconds and gently peel back the paper. Any athlete who registers online after 12th May 2017 unfortunately will not receive a Category Letter in their race kit. Please see the Information Booths on race morning as we can write the Category Letter on with a permanent marker. STREET GEAR BAG DROP The Gear Bag Drop will be located at southern end of Transition 1, Palm Cove. Please ensure that you have the gear bag sticker (located in your Race Kit) clearly stuck to the bottom of the handle. Your Street Gear Bag will consist of any clothes you require post-race. Bags will be transported from T1 back to Cairns to be collected from the Gear Tent in recovery with your blue gear bag. It is compulsory to use the Street Gear Bag provided. AID STATIONS & SPECIAL NEEDS Bike Aid Stations The Bike course has 4 Aid Stations located approximately 20km of each other. Bike Aid Stations Locations: B1 Wangetti (northbound) 17.5km B3 Thala Beach (southbound) 24km B4 - Ellis Beach (southbound) 57km B5 - McGregor Road (southbound) 71km Bike Aid Stations will offer: Water Endura Electrolyte - Raspberry A variety of Winners Gels flavours A variety of Winners Bars flavours Banana Vaseline (situated in toilets) Sunscreen Insect repellent Toilets Bike Aid Station Layout Slow down when entering Aid Stations, don t stop! If you do not require any product from a Bike Aid Station please stay to the right of the roadway. There will be signs along the Aid Station listing what is on offer. Volunteers will also be advising what they are holding. Please help the volunteers, help you by communicating politely as per your needs. Please discard any unwanted items post the Discard Zone Start sign and pre Discard Zone Finish sign. Anything discarded outside this area will be penalised. Run Aid Stations The ASICS Run Course has 4 Aid Stations spread within approximately 2km of each other. Please note that glow sticks will be made available on the ASICS Run Course prior to sunset. All athletes will be required to wear these items for safety if they are on course after sunsetplease note that glow sticks will be made available prior to sunset. All athletes will be required to wear these items for safety reasons. Run Aid Stations Locations: R1 Shangri-La (southbound/northbound) 0.5km / 1.2km / 10.8km / 11.6km R3 Esplanade path, Hospital adjacent (southbound/northbound) 2.6km / 9.4km / 13km / 19.8km R4 Esplanade Path, McKenzie St adjacent (southbound/northbound) 4.2km / 5.4km / 14.6km / 15.8km / 35.1km / 36.8km R5 Lake St, Hockey Fields (southbound) 7.6km / 18km Run Aid Stations will offer: Water Endura Electrolyte - Raspberry Cola A variety of Winners Gels flavours A variety of Winners Bars flavours Winners Instant Energy Chews 11

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23 Bananas Watermelon Red Bull will be supplied on course at Aid Station 1 only and served in a diluted formula of 50% Red Bull and 50% water Lollies Vegemite Vaseline (situated in toilets) Ice Sunscreen Insect Repellent Glow sticks Aids Toilets Run Aid Station Layout Same conditions as per the Bike Aid Stations apply when entering the Run Aid Stations. CUT OFF TIMES Swim 1 hour 10 minutes hours Any remaining team cyclists in transition will be sent out onto the bike course at this time and the team will be classified as a Did Not Finish (DNF). Bike 5 hours 10 mins from your start time. Any cyclists unable to reach this cut-off will be collected by event sag wagons. Any remaining team runners in transition will be sent out onto the ASICS Run Course at this time and the team will be classified as a Did Not Finish (DNF). Cyclists will be required to reach the IRONMAN 70.3 Cairns northern turnaround (32KM) by 9.45am. bike, run) being modified under contingency scenario s the Race Director also reserves the right to announce new cut off times. If you believe these cut off times may be a problem, please call us on to discuss. RECOVERY AREA Recovery & Medical After you have finished, you will be escorted into the Post Finish area to take advantage of the post finish facilities available. This area is an athlete s only area. Located within the post finish area will be; The Post Finish Recovery Area Male & Female Change Tents Access to your Street Gear Bags Medical & Massage support Make the most of the facilities post finish before you exit the area and return to your family or friends. There is a no re-entry policy so make sure you are comfortable before you exit. The Post Finish Recovery area will offer: Endura Rehydration Performance Fuel (Raspberry) Red Bull Fruit Medical assistance will be available. MASSAGE Sports and Remedial professional Massage, provided is available pre and post event. Please visit our Massage webpage for more information Run 8 hours from your start time Should an athlete be unable to reach one of these cut off times, they will no longer be able to continue racing. Race results will be classified as a Did Not Finish (DNF). Event Personnel will assist in transporting the athlete back to the event precinct via Sag Wagons. In addition to the above cut off times, athletes may be cut off at any time based on the Race Directors discretion and judgement. Reasons for this may include, but are not limited to; medical, contingency, logistical and or race rule violations. In the situation of one or more legs (swim, 12

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25 POST RACE INFORMATION BIKE AND GEAR BAG PICK-UP Blue Bike and Street Gear Bag collection will be at Gear Tent in the Recovery area on Sunday 11. Volunteers will re-hang your Red Run Bag on the hooks to be picked up when you collect your bike from T2. It is the responsibility of the athlete to collect, hand in and pick up their bags from the appropriate locations and times, as well as ensure they are marked correctly. BIKE Check out will be available at Transition 2 from approximately 2pm until 4:30pm Bike Pumps - Bike pumps may be handed in at the exit of transition and collected during Bike and Bag Check-Out. In the case that you are unable to collect your Street Gear Bag on Sunday, it will be available for collection on Monday at Transition. After Transition closed any uncollected Street Gear Bags will be transported back to our head office in Noosa. RESULTS All results will be available online at the Cairns 70.3 IRONMAN WEBPAGE FINISH LINE There will be a team s holding area, to allow the swimmer and cyclist to cross the finish line with their runner. Please ensure if you are a swimmer or cyclist you are at this holding pen in plenty of time before your runner comes in. Friends and family members, including children are not permitted in the finish chute or finish area. We ask that all athletes respect the finish line area and ensure that celebrations do not interfere with other athlete s finish line experience. As you cross the line, volunteer catchers will be there to escort you to the secured recovery area. You will be presented with your Finishers Medal and Towel and your Timing Chip will be removed. These catchers will endeavour to briefly assess you as you proceed and may need to take you directly to the Medical tent for treatment. If you do not require any treatment you will be able to proceed to the Recovery facilities. Finish Line Photo FinisherPix is proud to be selected as the Official Photo Service of The Event. FinisherPix will have photographers working at the swim exit, on the bike course, on the run course and of course, at the Finish Line! So what do you need to do? If you purchased.? Register your address at to be notified as soon as photos are online. Please be sure you have your helmet sticker visible on the FRONT of your bike helmet so we can identify your biking photos Please be sure to keep your bib number visible on the FRONT of your body during the run and at the Finish Line so we can identify your photos Smile and celebrate when you cross the Finish Line! Don t worry about touching your watch, the timing company will ensure an accurate record of your achievement Visit within hours after the race to view, order, and share your photos from your IRONMAN Australia event! LOST & FOUND PROPERTY You should identify all your personal gear and property. Mark it with name and address if possible. If it is misplaced, it will most likely be handed in to race officials. Please note that the race organiser does not take responsibility for lost property. Lost property handed in will be available for collection on late Sunday afternoon at the Information Booth. Lost property remaining after Sunday will be stored in Noosa. It will be your responsibility to cover any cost for its return to you. For any enquiries after the event please contact IRONMAN on Unfortunately you will not be able to re-enter Recovery once you have exited so make sure you are comfortable prior to this point. Please remember volunteers and the medical team are there to help you at any time should you require. 13

26 PRESENTATIONS & ROLLDOWN AWARDS Awards Presentation Date: Sunday 11 th June 2017 Time: 5:30pm Location: Pacific Hotel, Pacific Ballroom 1st 3rd will be awarded to the top Age Group Athletes and Relay Teams. ROLLDOWN CEREMONY Date: Sunday 11 th June 2017 Time: 6:15pm Location: Pacific Hotel, Pacific Ballroom Thirty (30) Age Group qualifying slots for the 2017 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship (September 9, 2017) in Chattanooga, Tennessee will be awarded to the top Age Group finishers. Qualified athletes are required to claim their IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship slot in-person on Sunday 11 June 2017 from 6.15pm. Please bring a valid form of Photo ID with you and be prepared to pay the full entry fee USD $ (+ 8% Active Fee) with Credit card only (No AMEX). No cheque or cash payments will be accepted. To ensure that you don t miss out on your qualifying slot, please ensure are seated prior to 6.15pm as Roll down will start on time. Please see the following 2016 slot allocation as a guide: 2016 IRONMAN 70.3 CAIRNS SLOTS PER DIVISION Division Starters Total M M M M M M M M M M M M M F F F F F F F F F F F F F Sum

27 XTERRA WETSUIT SWIM COURSE 1.9KM CUT OFF TIME 1 hour 10 minutes from Individuals start time. COURSE SUMMARY Athletes will be required to complete the 1 lap course starting at Williams Esplanade, Palm Cove. The IRONMAN 70.3 swim leg is a beach start. Please allow 20 minutes to walk to the swim start located 1000m south of transition. The 1.9km course travels in an anti-clockwise direction and offers a stunning tropical and balmy swim. BEACH START VIA ROLLING START This year s event will incorporate a Rolling Swim Start allowing age group athletes to self-seed themselves into Start Zones prior to the race start. Each Start Zone will align to a different expected swim time with all Start Zones located on the beach. There will be four different Start Zones to choose from depending on an athlete s expected swim time. These zones include: Zone 1. Under 30 minutes Zone minutes Zone minutes Zone minutes to 1hr To access the Start Zones, athletes will need to follow the directional signage and instructions of event staff. At 6:35am the Age Group Rolling Start will begin. This will involve athletes being released in groups of approximately half a dozen at a time at intervals over the start line and timing mat. As an individual crosses the start line and timing mat, their individual time will start. The rolling start will continue from Zone 1 to Zone 4 until all athletes have crossed the timing mat and begun the race. hand in their timing chip to the Drop Out Clerk located at the Information Booths. WETSUITS This event is being held near the end of what is known as the stinger season and it is strongly recommended by local experts that full body coverage during the swim is worn and this may be a full wetsuit or a full trisuit. Due to the expected water temperature and the current Triathlon Australia temperature cut-off for the use of wetsuits approval has been granted by Triathlon Australia to increase the temperature cut-off for athlete safety. The water temperature will be taken 24-hours before race start and the reading plus the interim ruling on wetsuit use will be announced and posted at Saturday s Bike and Gear Bag Check-In. The water temperature will again be taken on race morning and the final ruling on wetsuit use will be continuously announced up to the time Transition 1 closes. If the water temperature is not greater than 26.0oC/78.8oF wetsuits are optional. If the water temperature is greater than 26.0oC/78.8oF the use of wetsuits will most likely be banned but this will confirmed by the Medical Director. SWIM RULES SUMMARY All competitors must wear official swim cap provided The use of snorkels, fins, gloves, paddles, or flotation devices of any kind are prohibited Full rules at SWIM SAFETY There will be a large number of water safety personnel and craft on the water pre and during the swim. The water safety team is there to support you should you require. They will be resourced with an array of Rescue Boards, Surf Ski s, Jet Skis and IRB s. At any time should you require the assistance of water safety please raise one arm into the air and they will come to your aid. Water Safety will be wearing the traditional yellow and red surf lifesaving uniforms for easy identification. Should at any point an athlete decide to abandon the swim, they will be taken to one of the swim extraction points. From here they will be required to confirm their athlete number and be checked over by medical. It is then the athlete s responsibility to walk back to Transition and COURSE MAP View the Swim Course Map. 15

28 BIKE COURSE 90KM CUT OFF TIME 5 hours 10 minutes after start time BIKE COURSE SUMMARY Cyclists exit Transition 1 and head out along Cedar Road, Palm Cove onto Captain Cook Highway turning left heading south for 250m to the Southern turnaround before heading north. Athletes continue to Port Douglas, taking in the breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and tropical seaside rainforest that Tropical North Queensland is known for. The undulating, and winding course will take athletes past Ellis Beach to the turnaround point, approximately 3km north of Thala Beach. From the turnaround point, cyclists will follow the Captain Cook Highway south detouring through Smithfield down Sidlaw, Dunne, McGregor Roads before turning back via Yorkeys Knob Road onto Captain Cook highway down into Cairns CBD and into Transition 2 - Fogarty Park, Cairns TRAFFIC There will be vehicular traffic on the Bike Course in places. Please exercise vigilance and tolerance if traffic is encountered, particularly at all roundabouts and intersections. Normal road rules apply. Police, traffic controllers and event crew will be on course. Road closures are in place for the duration of the race to minimise the traffic flow and to protect the cyclists. At approximately the 85km mark, cyclists will make a left hand turn into Airport Avenue prior to entering Lake Street and the Cairns Esplanade. Whilst all efforts will be made to give cyclists the right of way, athletes should be prepared to stop in case it is necessary to give way to traffic. If this does occur it will only be for a very brief period. Athletes must slow down and take extreme care through this section of the course. BIKE COURSE SIGNAGE At all times be aware of the signage for your course the IRONMAN Cairns course will cover a lot of the same area. Please make sure you are following the signs that refer to the 70.3 BIKE RULES SUMMARY It is the sole responsibility of each athlete to know and follow the prescribed cycling course. All athletes must obey all traffic laws while on the cycling course unless otherwise specifically directed by a Race Referee or Race Official with actual authority. Athletes must wear a bike helmet number on the front of their helmet The athletes bike frame sticker must be securely attached to the bike and must be visible from both sides Headsets or headphones are prohibited during the Race Full rules at COURSE MAP View the Bike Course Map. 16

29 ASICS RUN COURSE 21.1KM CUT OFF TIME 8 hours after start time ASICS RUN COURSE SUMMARY Runners will exit Transition 2 (Fogarty Park, Cairns) to commence the first of 2 laps which begin by heading south towards the Ports North Marina. Runners then proceed back past the finish line venue and Esplanade Lagoon and continue north through the parklands adjacent to as far as Airport Avenue. Athletes then complete the first lap returning through the parklands to the Esplanade Lagoon. Now is the time for all athletes to enjoy the experience of running through the vibrant hub of the, one of the most popular destinations, for both tourists and locals, in Cairns. Run past the Lagoon, where many locals spend a sunny day, take in the impressive site of Mount Yarrabah across the water, and enjoy the atmosphere along the Esplanade. Unfortunately for athletes, you will have to settle for one of the aid stations around the Esplanade, rather than stopping to enjoy a cold one as you finish up the last lap of the race, but the energy and support of all the spectators in the area should help to carry you through to the finish line. If you have friends and family supporting you on the day, this is where they need to be to catch all the action of the final leg of the IRONMAN 70.3 Cairns. DISTANCE MARKERS Distance markers will be located every 2 kilometers along the ASICS Run Course. RUN RULES SUMMARY Full rules at ASICS RUN COURSE LAP WRISTBANDS Athletes will be handed a silicone wristband at the start of each lap. It is the athlete s responsibility to ensure he/she receives 2 wristbands in order to be classified as a finisher on entering the finish chute. There will be signs on course to remind athletes of this. COURSE MAP View the Run Course Map. Competitors should be aware that there are several Hand Cyclist athletes competing in the race who, in the interests of your safety, will have a bike leading them around the course. Please be considerate of these competitors and allow them adequate room to pass if required. Lead Bikes for the HC competitors will be clearly identifiable and have been given express permission to provide this support. Please be aware that Hand Cycle competitors will have a lead bicycle to alert you of their approach. For safety reasons please move to the left hand side so that they can pass. 17

30 SHUTTLE BUS TIMETABLE Bookings for this service must be made through the online booking and payment facility HERE: Please ensure you retain your electronic receipt and bring it with you when boarding the service as this is your ticket. Following is a list of the shuttle bus services available on Saturday, 10 June unless sold out: Costs for the shuttle buses are as follows: Saturday, 10 June Adults $10 return Adults $5 one way (for athletes that choose to ride to Transition 1 for Bike Check-In) Child Spectator (Under age 16) $5 return Sunday, 11 June Athlete Free of Charge (However you must still book and bring your receipt to board the bus) Adult Spectator $10 return Child Spectator (Under age 16) $5 return Further information on times and costs will be available from the Information Booth. Tickets will be available for purchase at the Information Booths in Cairns and Palm Cove however seats may be limited on each respective time slot. Following is a list of the shuttle bus services available on Saturday, 10 June unless sold out: Following is a list of the shuttle bus services available on Sunday, 11 June unless sold out: So that all athletes can arrive at Palm Cove in plenty of time for their race start, services on Sunday morning will be limited according to whether you are racing in the Cairns Airport IRONMAN Cairns or IRONMAN 70.3 Cairns: 18

31 SPECTATOR INFORMATION SPECTATOR POINTS The best viewing for the XTERRA Wetsuits Swim Course start will be along Williams Esplanade at Palm Cove. During the Bike Course, the top spots will be at Cairns Tropical Zoo, Macrossan St, Port Douglas and the Cairns Esplanade. All locations will provide a great view of the athletes going past. Please note if you are wishing to view the bike course there will be no vehicle access north of Palm Cove, boat transfers are available between Cairns and Port Douglas through Quicksilver. The place to be for all spectators in the finish line precinct will be The, adjacent to the Esplanade Lagoon. Crowds of spectators will sit along the roadside and enjoy a drink, while watching the cyclist return to Transition 2 and runners do their final laps before the finish line. RULES TO REMEMBER FOR CHEER SQUAD, FAMILY & FRIENDS DO NOT bike, drive or run beside an athlete on any part of the course. This is outside assistance and can lead to disqualification of the athlete. DO NOT use permanent paint, spray paint or crayon for graffiti on any road. Chalk is acceptable but where permanent paint graffiti is identified to an athlete, the athlete will be disqualified. DO make sure your athlete has read and knows the Triathlon Rules pertaining to this race, and has thoroughly read this guide. DO make sure your athlete keeps his/her Competitor bib secured to clothing and takes his/her timing chip on race morning as this race is timed with a chip. IRONMAN LIVE IRONMAN Live will feature live and exclusive coverage of the Cairns Airport IRONMAN Cairns. With live race updates, photos, athlete tracking and video IRONMAN Live will have the event covered. Tune into during race week for all the latest from Cairns Airport IRONMAN Cairns. INFORMATION BOOTHS There will be an information booth located at Esplanade Lagoon, Cairns, open at the following times: Thursday 8th June: Friday 9th June: Saturday 10th June: Sunday 11th June: Monday 12th June: 9:00am 5:00pm 9:00am 7:30pm 7:30am 5:00pm 8:00am 9:00pm 8:00am 11:00am The booth will have maps, athlete lists, event programs, transport information, etc. The information booth will have all information regarding the medical centre on race day. If you are concerned about an athlete, please check with the information booth - not the announcer or medical tent. An additional Information Booth will be located adjacent to Transition 1 (Palm Cove) open at the following times: Saturday 10th June: Sunday 11th June: 8:00am 4:30pm 5:00am 11:00am CAIRNS SPORT & LIFESTYLE EXPO Located in the Western Events Lawns, adjacent to The. TRADING HOURS: Thursday 8th June: 9:00am 5:00pm Friday 9th June: 9:00am 7:30pm Saturday 10th June: 9:00am 5:00pm Sunday 11th June: 11:00am 7:00pm *N.B. Trading hours subject to change The Cairns Sport & Lifestyle Expo will run from Thursday 8th June to Sunday 11th June and will feature a selection of gear and clothing booths for both athletes and the general public to enjoy. The Expo will be situated adjacent to the and provides the ideal opportunity for athletes to stock up on last minute equipment needs and talk to the experts behind the brands. Make sure you check out the Cairns Sport & Lifestyle Expo and support the brands that support IRONMAN. PARKING Parking will be on surrounding local streets (please ensure that you are aware of the changed traffic conditions) CHANGED TRAFFIC CONDITIONS Please take time to make yourself aware of all changed traffic conditions for yourself and all athletes on race day. Changed Traffic Conditions EVENT CONTACT DETAILS IRONMAN OCEANIA Phone: Cairns@ironman.com GENERAL CONTACTS Tourist Information 51 The Esplanade, Cairns, Qld, 4870 Phone info@ttnq.org.au Good luck, IRONMAN Cairns Team! Insert Hashtags #IM70.3Cairns 19