1 Athlete Guide: 1.5 K SWIM 42 K BIKE 10 K RUN

Transcription

1 1 Athlete Guide: 1.5 K SWIM 42 K BIKE 10 K RUN Athlete Guide 1.5k SWIM 42k BIKE 10k RUN

2 WELCOME To The Boulder Peak A 5150 Series Event Dave Christen Race Director Boulder Tri Series Welcome to the 22nd annual Boulder Peak Triathlon! The Peak is one of the oldest races in the country and we are excited to have you all join us at this historic race. This is the second event in the Boulder Tri Series. We have record numbers participating in the Boulder Tri Series this year and with incredible growth in triathlon we expect the series to be exploding with new talent. This race is like none other. Our 1500-meter swim at the incredibly smooth and glassy Boulder Reservoir should bring us another year of good water temperatures. On the bike, the climb up Old Stage Rd proves to us each year that our bike legs still need work, but as we cruise on down into Left Hand Canyon our 26-mile bike course still proves to be a fast course. Just mind your speed coming down the other side of Old Stage. Our 10K run course features mostly flat dirt roads and protects you from those midseason concrete blues for your feet. We are implementing a new swim start method that will both speed up our entire race start process but also give first time athletes a chance to start at their own pace at the back of the race as we start. This new start is something we see as an incredible improvement over our previous start methods. We look forward to the added benefits of this race start. Make sure you stick around for the Men s and Woman s Pro Town Throw Down! We have a pro race that starts about an hour after yours and last year we had Olympian Laura Bennett and local tri-monster Cam Dye give us a race to remember on both men s and woman s races. Their 10K lap style run course brings them back to all of us multiple times so we can watch the race unfold right in front of us. It s going to be sick! So, as you get off of your winter trainer bike and back onto the roads around you, be careful out there. We share our roads with cars and we have as much a responsibility as cars do to follow rules and laws of the road. Protect yourself! Get those miles in! I hope you know we are here to support you in accomplishing your goals this year. I am always at the Reservoir during the race weekend and if you need anything you can come and find me. See you out there! Dave Christen Race Director, Boulder Tri Series Message From the Head Referee 3 Race information every participating athlete needs to know for a smooth race experience Schedule of Events 4 This is your race weekend road map Pre-Race Information 5 Your need-to-know information before race day Race Day Information 6 Post-Race Information 7 Recovery and Awards Ceremony Swim Course 8 Course map, rules and regulations Bike Course 9 Course map, turn-by-turn instructions, elevation map, rules and regulations Bike Services 10 Find out about the Official Bike Store Run Course 11 Course map, turn-by-turn instructions, elevation map, rules and regulations Rules 12 USAT Medical Policy 14 Sponsors 15 Thanks to our local and national partners for their support Table of Contents 2 Athlete Guide: 1.5 K SWIM 42 K BIKE 10 K RUN

3 MESSAGE FROM THE HEAD REFEREE Welcome to the 2013 Boulder Peak Triathlon. You are racing under the USAT Competitive Rules. Please take the time to read the following summary of position violations, also known as drafting rules. I have reduced the position rules to the following concepts: Ride on the right side of your lane. Keep three bike lengths between yourself and the cyclist in front of you. Pass on the left of the cyclist in front, never on the right. Complete your pass within 15 seconds. If passed, you must drop completely out of the zone, to the rear, before attempting to re-pass. You are racing in a USA Triathlon sanctioned event and there are USAT certified referees on the course to ensure fairness in the competition. There will be NO WARNINGS if you commit a foul during competition. Triathlon is an individual event and you must take personal responsibility to understand the rules and avoid penalties. At the end of the race all citations by the marshals are reviewed by the Head Referee. The Head Referee will decide if a penalty should be assessed. The Head Referee s ruling is final in the case of position violations and there are no protests or appeals.!!!!! Most Common Violations: Position riding on the left side of the lane without passing Blocking left side riding and impeding the forward progress of another competitor Illegal Pass passing on the right Overtaken - failing to drop back three bike lengths before repassing Drafting following a leading cyclist closer than three bike lengths and failing to pass within 15 seconds Position violations carry a time penalty for the first offense, two citations will result in an additional penalty and if you are cited for three violations, you will be disqualified. Be sure to check the penalty sheet before you leave the race site and have a chat with the Head Referee if you have any questions. Make sure your helmet is a CPSC approved model. All helmets legally sold in the US are CPSC approved but if you purchased your helmet in a different country it might be illegal for use in sanctioned events. Your chinstrap must be securely fastened at all times when you are on your bike on race day. Violation of the chinstrap rule could result in a DQ. You must wear your bib number during the bike and run portions of the race. Do not throw anything outside of official aid stations. Absolutely no portable audio devices of any kind may be used. Please treat other athletes, all volunteers, and your referees with courtesy and consideration. Not doing so is UNSPORTSMANLIKE CONDUCT and may result in disqualification. I sincerely hope you have a great race and achieve all your goals. 3 Athlete Guide: 1.5 K SWIM 42 K BIKE 10 K RUN

4 2013 TENTATIVE SCHEDULE *SCHEDULE OF EVENTS IS TENTATIVE & SUBJECT TO CHANGE Please continue to check back regularly for updates. SATURDAY JULY 13, 2013 START END EVENT LOCATION 9 a.m. 4 p.m. Athlete Check-In Boulder Reservoir 9 a.m. 4 p.m. Race Information Booth/ Lost & Found Boulder Reservoir 9 a.m. 4 p.m. Race Expo Boulder Reservoir 9 a.m. 4 p.m. Official Merchandise Store Boulder Reservoir 11 a.m. Athlete Race Breifing Boulder Reservoir 12:30 p.m. Pro Panel Boulder Reservoir 2 p.m. Athlete Race Breifing Boulder Reservoir SUNDAY, JULY 14, RACE DAY START END EVENT LOCATION 4:30 a.m. 6:30 a.m. Athlete Check-In Boulder Reservoir 5 a.m. 6:45 a.m. Transition Open: Body Marking and Bike and Transition - Boulder Reservoir Gear Check-In 6 a.m. 6:45 a.m. Swim Warm-Up Boulder Reservoir 7:05 a.m. Race Start Boulder Reservoir 7 a.m. 12 p.m. Official Merchandise Store Boulder Reservoir 7 a.m. 1 p.m. Race Expo Boulder Reservoir 7 a.m. 1 p.m. Race Information Booth/ Lost & Found Boulder Reservoir 8:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Post-Race Athlete Food Boulder Reservoir 8:45 a.m. Women s Pro Start Boulder Reservoir (Start time is approximate and subject to change) 9 a.m. Men s Pro Start Boulder Reservoir (Start time is approximate and subject to change) 10 a.m. 12:45 p.m. Bike & Gear Recovery Transition - Boulder Reservoir Please note: A limited number of athletes allowed into transition until the Pro race is complete. 12 p.m.. Awards Ceremony Boulder Reservoir 12 p.m. Hy-Vee 5150 U.S. Championship Qualification-- next to the awards stage Boulder Reservoir 4 Athlete Guide: 1.5 K SWIM 42 K BIKE 10 K RUN

5 Pre-Race INFORMATION Personal Communication Plan Prior to departing for Boulder, Colorado, be sure to establish a communications plan with family and friends back home. Share the race day emergency contact listed below with those who may need to reach you in an emergency. Even if you are in Boulder with family and friends, it is essential that you have a plan for contacting or reuniting with your group following the race. Race Day Emergency Contact Boulder Sprint Athlete Services BOULDER@5150.COM Emergency Phone Hours: Saturday, July 13: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Race Day, Sunday, July 14: 4:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Athlete Check-In Athlete Check-In hours are Saturday, July 13, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, July 14, from 4:30 a.m. to 6:30 a.m. at the Boulder Reservoir (5565 N. 51st Street, Boulder, CO 80301). No one other than the registered participant is permitted to pick up race materials. Athlete Check-In will not be offered on race morning. If you do not check in during the designated Athlete Check-In hours you will not be able to race. ALL RACE PACKETS MUST BE PICKED UP BY 6:30 a.m. on SUNDAY, JULY 14. Please bring the following items with you to Athlete Check-In: Photo Identification USAT card to show proof of current USAT membership or $12.00 USD (cash only) to purchase a one-day license. If you are a USAT member and forget your card, you will be required to sign the USAT waiver and purchase a $12.00 USAT one-day license. Relay Team Members: Note that it is easiest when all members of the relay team come together to get their race materials at Athlete Check-In. Every relay team member must be present on-site during the scheduled check-in hours to sign legal and medical waivers. No one other than the registered participant is permitted to pick up race materials. Athletes under the age of 18: All athletes under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Please bring a valid photo ID, and proof of USAT membership. If you are not a current USAT member, and did not purchase the one-day license online, you will be required to purchase a youth USAT one-day license for $10.00 USD (cash only). Athlete Meetings There will be live race briefings on Saturday at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Athletes will need to attend one of the mandatory pre-race meetings before picking up their athlete packet and race materials. If you have any questions regarding rules, relay teams, course, etc the briefings are the place to ask! Personal Safety Athletes may swim in the designated swim areas of Boulder Reservoir during the Reservoir hours prior to the race. Please abide by all rules implemented by the Boulder Reservoir. Violation of any rules may result in disqualification. While we make reasonable efforts to inspect the swim entry and exit points for underwater hazards, the inspection does not take place until just before the swim discipline starts. Participants are further admonished to exercise caution and to be mindful of underwater hazards. Keep in mind that this is a natural body of water and is subject to hidden hazards including, but not limited to: currents, underwater obstructions, tides, rip currents and indigenous marine life. When training, please bike and run on the shoulder without moving into the traffic lane. Please be courteous and aware that the people sharing the roads with you are people you will count on during race day to fulfill your physical and emotional needs. Please ride single file, as biking side by side is illegal. As you are one of Boulder s invited guests, please respect and obey the traffic laws during your training practices. Violators will be cited You are required to carry proper identification at all times. If you are stopped, you must present your identification to the inquiring officer. Failure to do so may result in race disqualification. Your cooperation is appreciated. 5 Athlete Guide: 1.5 K SWIM 42 K BIKE 10 K RUN

6 Race Day Information Race Morning Procedure Transition opens at 5 a.m. on race morning. Remember to bring your MyLaps Pro Chip, wetsuit, and swim cap. Please do not wear your bib number in the swim. The number will not hold up for the duration of the race if it gets wet. Leave it with your gear and put it on before you head out on the bike course. Body marking will begin at 5 a.m. outside of transition. Do not number yourself expecting to bypass check-in. During the body marking process, athletes are responsible for ensuring the body marking volunteers mark the athlete s age as of December 31, 2012 which corresponds with the age division in which the athlete will compete in on race day. You must be body marked before entering transition to rack your bike. You will not be permitted in transition on race day without your wristband, swim cap and MyLaps Pro Chip. If you have misplaced any of these items, please see the transition director for a replacement. Do not apply sunscreen, oil, Vaseline or lotion until after you have been body marked. Transition closes at 6:45 a.m. All athletes must be out of transition and headed to the swim by this time. Spectator Information Parking: Parking opens at 4:30 a.m. race morning. There is ample parking at Boulder Reservoir, please build in extra time to account for parking and traffic delays. If you arrive after the start of the race you will have to pay to park in the Boulder Reservoir. Athletes, please consider using alternate entry points into the reservoir. If you take HWY 119 North to Monarch, West on Monarch, and then South on 55th you will avoid the long delays coming from Jay and 51st. Exiting the reservoir the same way may save you significant time. Information: The Race Information Booth/Lost and Found will be open on race day from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aid Stations There will be 2 aid stations on the bike and approximately a mile apart on the run. The general offerings are as follows: Bike: Ironman Perform Bonk Breaker Bites GU Original Energy Gels Roctane Ultra Endurance Gels GU Chomps Run: IRONMAN Perform Water GU Original Energy Gel Roctane Ultra Endurance Gels GU Chomps Race Timing and Cut-Offs Aid station stops, transitions, etc., will be included in your total elapsed time. Mylaps Pro Chips will capture your splits (swim, bike, run) and overall finish time. Swim cut-off: 1 hour and 5 minutes after last age group athlete enters the water. Bike cut-off: 3 hours and 30 minutes after the last swimmer enters the water. Run cut-off: 5 hours and 30 minutes after the last swimmer enters the water. The official cut-off times are subject to change based on changes to weather conditions, or by the race management and officials. WTC reserves the right to remove an athlete from the course and DNF the athlete if our course staff determines there is no possibility of an athlete finishing the given discipline (swim, bike, run) based on an athlete s location, time and average speed up to that point. Bike and Gear Check-In Bike and Gear Check-In begins at 5 a.m. on race morning. Please allow a sufficient amount of time, if needed, to set up your gear on race morning. Only athletes with wristbands on may enter transition. Transition opens at 5 a.m. and will close promptly at 6:45 a.m. NO ONE will be allowed in after 6:45 a.m., so please give yourself plenty of time. There will not be a bike inspection, so please make sure that your bike is in safe and full working condition and place your bike in the appropriate numbered spot on the bike racks. There will be limited tech assistance in transition. 6 Athlete Guide: 1.5 K SWIM 42 K BIKE 10 K RUN

7 Post-Race Information Bicycle and Gear Recovery Mandatory Bike and Gear Check-Out begins at 10 a.m. *Note: A limited number of athletes will be allowed into transition until the Pro Race is complete. You must have your athlete wristband on in order to enter transition. If you are unable to personally claim your bicycle and gear, a family member or friend should have your Bike Check-Out ticket provided in your race packet prior to race day. If a friend or family member does decide to pick these items up for you as a courtesy, please ask them to leave a message on your cell phone so we have no panicked athletes - it happens a lot! Athletes will have until 12:45 p.m. to claim their gear from transition. Athlete Food Tent Athlete post-race food area is open from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The athlete post-race food area is for athletes only and your athlete wristband provides you with access. There will be a no re-entry policy once you ve exited. Awards Ceremony The Awards Ceremony is scheduled for 12 p.m. (pending final finisher) at the Boulder Reservoir. Unclaimed awards will be held for 30 days and then donated to a local charity if unclaimed. Race Photography FinisherPix will have several photographers working at the swim exit, on the bike course, on the run course, and of course, at the finish line! How do I order my Pix? - Register your address at to be notified as soon as photos are online. - Have your number visible on the FRONT of your bike helmet so you can be identified in your cycling photos. - Keep your bib number visible on the FRONT of your body during the run and at the finish line so you can be easily identified. - 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 to view, order, and share your photos from the event. Lost And Found Lost and Found items will be available at the Information Booth during race week, and will be open on race day from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. After the conclusion of the event, please contact BOULDERVOLUNTEERS@IRONMAN.COM to locate any missing items and schedule returns. Shipping fees will apply. All unclaimed items will be donated 30 days after the event date. Medical Area The medical area is for athletes only and family members are not allowed. Overcrowding in the medical area prevents the medical staff from doing their job. For information on an athlete receiving medical treatment, please wait outside the medical tent for updates on your athlete s condition. Competitor Responsibilities When you pick up your race packet and timing chip at Athlete Check-In, stop by the chip verification table to ensure that your correct name shows up on the computer screen. You must wear your timing chip at all times while you are racing. Prior to the swim, fasten the timing chip to your left ankle with the strap provided and do not remove it until you have finished the run. You may apply Vaseline around your ankle; it will not affect the timing chip. Volunteers will help you remove the timing chip at the finish line. If you do not start the race, you are responsible for returning the timing chip to timing. If you drop out or are pulled from the race at any time, turn in your timing chip to a race official. Failure to do so may disqualify you from participating in future WTC events. It is essential that we know where you are on the course at all times for your safety and our peace of mind. If you are transported to any medical station, the medical staff will take responsibility for your timing chip. Your race timing chip is a loaner. By picking up your race number and timing chip, you are guaranteeing that you will return the chip to timing, or you will be billed $75.00 (USD) for its replacement. If you lose your timing chip during the event, you are responsible for a replacement at one of the following locations: swim exit, bike exit or run exit. Volunteers will have extra timing chip at the timing locations above. If you lose your timing chip while on the run course, please notify a timing official immediately after crossing the finish line. Failure to wear your timing chip on race day, return your chip after the event or pay the replacement cost of your lost timing chip may disqualify you from future WTC events. NO CHIP = NO TIME 7 Athlete Guide: 1.5 K SWIM 42 K BIKE 10 K RUN

8 Swim Course SWIM 1.5 K SUMMARY The 1.5K swim portion of the event starts and finishes east of the transition area at the Boulder Reservoir open swim area. The one loop course is well marked by large buoys and begins with a wave start on the west side of the open swim area. The flow is a clockwise direction and upon exiting the swim athletes will follow the marked course to transition. Please note athletes must wear the swim cap provided to them at Athlete Check-In. Swim Course Rules and Instructions Athletes must wear cap provided by race. No fins, gloves, paddles, or flotation devices (including pull buoys) of any kind are allowed. No aqua socks (neoprene booties) unless the water temperature is 65.0 degrees Fahrenheit or colder. When the use of wetsuits is forbidden, clothing covering any part of the arms below the shoulders and clothing covering any of the leg below the knee is deemed illegal equipment and is not permitted. Compression wear may NOT be worn DURING non-wetsuit swims, but may be worn upon completion of the swim. Swim goggles, snorkels, or facemasks may be worn. Any athlete using a snorkel will not be eligible for Age Group awards. No individual paddlers or escorts allowed. The course will be adequately patrolled by boats, canoes and paddleboards. Any assistance required during the swim will result in disqualification if forward progress was made. Athletes are permitted to use kayaks and boats as aid, as long as forward progress is not made. Special provisions are made for Physically Challenged (PC) athletes. Course officials and medical personnel reserve the right to remove athletes from the course if determined medically necessary. Wetsuit Rules Wetsuits may be worn in water temperatures up to and including 25.5 degrees C/78 degrees F. Prohibited Wetsuit: De Soto Water Rover. Wetsuits cannot measure more than 5mm thick. Wetsuits will be prohibited in water temperatures greater than 28.8 degrees C/ 83.8 degrees F. Swimwear Policy (non-wetsuit legal swims only) Swimwear must be 100% textile material, which is defined as materials consisting of natural and/or synthetic, individual and non-consolidated yarns used to constitute a fabric by weaving, knitting and/or braiding. Simply put, this would generally refer to suits made only from nylon or Lycra that do not have any rubberized material such as polyurethane or neoprene. Swimwear must not cover the neck, extend past the shoulder, nor extend past the knees. Swimwear may contain a zipper. A race kit may be worn underneath swimwear. Compression gear (clothing covering any part of the arms below the shoulders or any part of the legs below the knee) may NOT be worn DURING non-wetsuit swims. Compression gear MAY be worn upon completion of nonwetsuit swims or during wetsuit legal swims. Swim to Bike Transition After the swim, you will be directed through the timing chutes to the swim to bike transition. Public nudity is not permitted. We require you to be fully ready to race before getting on your bike. Personal nutrients are permitted if carried on you or your bike. Sunscreen is available in transition. NOTE: Any athlete electing not to race must notify a timing official immediately. Above all, the safety of each swimmer is our prime concern. A full sweep of the course will be made directly behind the last swimmer. Visual aid will be provided by the lifeguards, divers, canoes, kayaks, buoys, and aquatic crafts that line the course. 8 Athlete Guide: 1.5 K SWIM 42 K BIKE 10 K RUN

9 Bike Course BIKE 42K SUMMARY The one loop, 42K bike leg begins at the Boulder Reservoir and winds throughout North Boulder County. Approximately 6 miles into the bike portion, the course will ascend 15% grade at Old Stage Hill (600 vertical climb in 2/3 of a mile). From Old Stage, it is a beautiful descent down Left Hand Canyon. **A 35mph speed limit will be strictly enforced on the major descent on the backside of Old Stage Road. There will be Police Officers, and Course Marshals monitoring the speed of the athletes on this section of the course.** Athletes will return to the Boulder Reservoir transition area to rack their bikes and TURN BY TURNS: Head west out of Boulder Reservoir Park Turn left on 51st Street Turn right on Jay Road Turn right on 28th Street Turn left on to Lee Hill Drive Continue straight on to Old Stage Road Turn right on Lefthand Canyon Drive Turn left on Highway 36 Turn right on Nelson Road Turn right on 63rd Street Turn right on Highway 119/Diagonal Highway Turn right on Jay Road Turn right on 51st Street Turn right into Boulder Reservoir Park entrance towards transition BIKE PROFILE Start Elevation: 5,202 ft Max Elevation: 6,394 ft Gain: 1,283 ft 6,400 FEET 5,700 MILES 5, Athlete Guide: 1.5 K SWIM 42 K BIKE 10 K RUN

10 BIKE SERVICES OFFICIAL BIKE STORE Colorado Multisport Village Shopping Center 2480 Canyon Boulevard M-2 Boulder, Colorado (303) Colorado Multisport provides a hassle-free bike shipment service for race participants. - Ship your bike to Colorado Multisport, conveniently located in the center of Boulder, Colorado. - Colorado Multisport will receive it, unpack it and assemble it and have it ready for you to pick up at the store. After the race, bring your bike to Colorado Multisport. They will re-pack it and ship it back (U.S. Only) via UPS. The cost for this service is only $250 for the round trip, including $1,000 USD declared value cover age (additional coverage is available). Additional gear bags are $25 each. - Get a pre-race tune-up starting at $50 (bike cleaning is $25 additional). TECH TIPS AND OTHER DETAILS Bike inspection is not mandatory and will not be provided at Bike Check-In, although technicians will be available. Athletes are ultimately responsible for their own bikes. However, race officials may, at their discretion, make final judgment as to the soundness of the bikes. To avoid an unexpected flat tire, wait until race morning to inflate your tires to their proper air pressure. There will be a limited number of pumps available in the transition area on race morning so we recommend you bring your own. You must give your pump to a family member or friend before the race start. For security and safety reasons, bikes will not be allowed out of transition once transition closes. Once transition closes, no one will be allowed to enter transition unless accompanied by a race official. On race day, bike tech vehicles will patrol the course to aid in emergency repairs. To schedule Bike Shipping and a Pre-race tune-up, please call Colorado Multisport at Athlete Guide: 1.5 K SWIM 42 K BIKE 10 K RUN

11 RUN COURSE RUN 10K SUMMARY The 10K, one loop run course is flat and fast and follows a counter clockwise flow. Athletes will head south out of transition and continue east and run along the dam of the Boulder Reservoir. Aid stations will be located every mile on the run. With the exception of the first and last half mile, the entire course consists of dirt roads rather than pavement. The finish line chute is located between the Athlete Expo and the transition area. TURN BY TURNS: Exit transition and head east on Reservoir Road Turn left on the dirt road along the dam of the reservoir Continue along the dirt road and enter Reservoir Trail Turn right on to Canal Road and continue to turnaround Repeat the route to reach the finish NOTE: According to the USAT rule book: All athletes are required to wear race numbers at all times during the run. Numbers must face the front and be clearly visible at all times. Numbers may not be cut, folded, or altered in any way. DO NOT transfer your number to any other athlete or take a number from an athlete that is not competing. Variable time penalties will be issued for altered or missing bibs. Athletes who accept or transfer a race number without the permission of the Race Director will be immediately disqualified and receive a one year suspension from membership in USAT. Athletes may be banned from competing in WTC events if caught transferring race bibs. RUN PROFILE Start Elevation: 5,202 ft Max Elevation: 5,240 ft Gain: 98 ft 5,240 FEET 5,210 5,180 MILES Athlete Guide: 1.5 K SWIM 42 K BIKE 10 K RUN

12 Rules Finish Line Policy Friends and/or family members are not permitted to cross the finish line or enter the finish chute with participating athletes. This policy will allow each competitor adequate time to celebrate their accomplishment without interfering with other finishers and ensure the safety of all participants, volunteers and fans. Athletes who choose not to respect the policy will receive an automatic disqualification (DQ). Event Sanction And Rules USA Triathlon (USAT) has sanctioned the 2013 Boulder Peak Triathlon. Please visit usatriathlon.org for a complete set of the competitive rules. Athletes should be aware of the serious consequences of violating USAT Competitive Rule Unregistered Participants, which states: a. Any person who participates in any portion of a sanctioned event without first properly registering and paying any required registration fee shall be suspended or barred from membership in USAT and barred from participation in any sanctioned event for a period of up to one year. b. Any person who in any way assists another athlete to violate Section 3.5a by providing or selling a race number to that athlete shall be suspended or barred from membership in USA Triathlon and barred from participation in any sanctioned event for a period of up to one year. Anyone who violates this rule may be banned for life from any WTC event. Violating this rule puts insurance coverage for the event at risk. It is the athlete s responsibility to know all aspects of the swim, bike and run. 1. Helmets: (Penalty: Disqualification) No modifications may be made to the helmet. Helmets must be worn as they were purchased. If the helmet came with a cloth cover, the cover must be on the helmet when competing. 2. Chin Straps: (Penalty: Disqualification on the course; Variable time penalty in transition only.) Chin straps must be buckled at all times when on a bicycle. DO NOT unbuckle your chin strap unless you are off your bicycle. 3. Outside Assistance: (Penalty: Variable time penalty) No assistance other than that offered by race and medical officials may be used. Triathlons and duathlons are individual tests of fitness. 4. Transition Area: (Penalty: Variable time penalty) All equipment must be placed in the properly designated and individually assigned bike corral. The wheel of the bicycle must be down on the side of the assigned space. All participants must return their bicycles to an upright position in their designated bicycle corral. No person shall interfere with another participant s equipment or impede the progress of another participant. All bar-ends must be solidly plugged. No participant shall bring ANY glass containers into the transition area. 5. Drafting: (Penalty: Variable time penalty) Drafting--keep at least three bike lengths of clear space between you and the cyclist in front. If you move into the zone, you must pass within 15 seconds. Position--keep to the right hand side of the lane of travel unless passing. Blocking--riding on the left side of the lane without passing anyone and interfering with other cyclists attempting to pass. Overtaken--once passed, you must immediately exit the draft zone from the rear, before attempting to pass again. 6. Course: (Penalty: Referee s discretion) All competitors are required to follow the prescribed course and to stay within all coned lanes. Cutting the course is an obvious violation and going outsid the course is a safety issue. Cyclists shall not cross a solid yellow center line for ANY reason. Cyclists must obey all applicable traffic laws at all times. 7. Unsportsmanlike- Conduct: (Penalty: Disqualification) Foul, harsh, argumentative or abusive language or other unsportsmanlike conduct directed at race officials, USA Triathlon officials, staff, volunteers, spectators or fellow athletes is forbidden. *NOTE: ANY VERBAL ABUSE OF MARSHALS, RACE OFFICIALS, WTC STAFF OR VOLUNTEERS IS GROUNDS FOR IMMEDIATE DISQUALIFICATION. 8. Headphones: (Penalty: Variable time penalty) Headphones, headsets, walkmans, ipods, mp3 players, or personal audio devices, etc. are not to be carried or worn at any time during the race. Use may be subject to disqualification. 9. Race numbers: (Penalty: Variable time penalty for missing or altered number, Disqualification and one year suspension from membership in USAT for transferring a number without race director permission.) All athletes are required to wear race numbers at all times during the run. Numbers must face the front and be clearly visible at all times. Numbers may not be cut or folded or altered in any way. DO NOT transfer your number to any other athlete or take a number from an athlete that is not competing. 10. Wetsuits: Each age group participant shall be permitted to wear a wetsuit without penalty in any event sanctioned by USA Triathlon up to and including water temperature of 78 degrees Fahrenheit. When the water temperature is greater than 78 degrees, but less than 83.8 degrees Fahrenheit, age group participants may wear a wetsuit at their own discretion, provided, however, that participants who wear a wetsuit within such temperature range shall not be eligible for prizes or awards. Above 83.8 degrees, wetsuits are prohibited. 11. Abandonment: (Penalty: Variable time penalty) All personal equipment and belongings taken out onto the course must stay on the athlete the entire time. No garbage, clothing, etc. shall be thrown on the course Bar-end Plugs: (Penalty: Disqualification) Handlebars and stem must be fashioned to prevent any danger. All handlebar ends must be solidly plugged to lessen the possibility of injury. 13. Variable Time Penalties: 1st Offense: 2 minutes 2nd Offense: 4 minutes 3rd Offense: DQ Anyone who violates this may be banned for life from any WTC event. Violating this rule puts insurance coverage for this event at risk. WTC reserves the right to make changes to these rules at any time. Notification of any change will be in accordance with USAT procedures. No participant can use a Performance Enhancing drug or procedure. All doping processes and violations will be handled in strict accordance with WTC Anti-Doping Rules. A list of rules and banned substances, also known as the WADA Prohibited List, is available at: ironmanpromembership. com/anti-doping/. Participants may be requested to undergo drug testing before and after the event. If you are requested to do so, you hereby agree to abide by such testing procedures. 12 Athlete Guide: 1.5 K SWIM 42 K BIKE 10 K RUN

13 Physically Challenged Division Rules Rule Modification for Paratriathletes Paratriathletes, as defined under USAT rule P1.2 shall be governed by all USAT Competitive Rules with modifications listed online at: SWIM BIKE RUN WTC reserves the right to seed contestants at the swim start (i.e., early start, late start, designated wave, etc.). Athletes may use a wetsuit during competition. Each athlete must obtain approval from WTC prior to the race for all swimwear and accessories to be used during the swim. Any change thereafter will be grounds for disqualification. The use of any flotation devices is prohibited unless otherwise approved by WTC. Cycling conduct and specifications are consistent with USAT rules. Handcycles are permitted on the Boulder Peak Triathlon course. Race officials reserve the right to reject any bike/handcycle not meeting safety standards. Equipment must otherwise conform to all other general rules for bicycles/handcycles as it pertains to the WTC competition, including no add-on device(s) that may reduce wind resistance or enhance aerodynamics of the bicycle/handcycle, regardless of any secondary benefit. Participant is required to maintain control of his/her bicycle/handcycle and to operate at a reasonable speed so as not to threaten the safety and well-being of aid station volunteers, other competitors, race officials and spectators. Operation of a bicycle/ handcycle in a dangerous or reckless manner will be grounds for disqualification. A CPSC approved helmet is required during the entire bike segment including in and out of the transition area. Any athlete riding without an approved helmet or chinstrap fastened will be disqualified. Running conduct and specifications are consistent with USAT rules. Athletes are required to comply with the same equipment safety inspection for the run portion of the event as is required for the bicycle portion. Standard racing chairs shall be used. A CPSC-approved helmet is required during the entire wheelchair (run) segment including in and out of the transition area. Any athlete riding or chinstrap fastened will be disqualified. 13 Athlete Guide: 1.5 K SWIM 42 K BIKE 10 K RUN

14 USAT Athlete Excess Medical Policy The athlete excess medical coverage protects each participant for the day of the event at US- AT-sanctioned races, camps and clinics. When athletes purchase a USAT annual license or one-day permit, a portion of those fees cover the cost to provide them with excess medical insurance. This coverage only extends to their participation in a USA Triathlon sanctioned event and is only available after the injured party has filed with any primary insurance policies. A deductible does apply for this excess coverage. If an athlete is injured while participating in a USA Triathlon sanctioned event the following steps must be followed: Athletes must file with their primary healthcare provider (i.e. UnitedHealthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, traveler s insurance, etc.). Athlete completes a medical claim form. For serious incidents or for athletes requesting coverage, the Race Director can provide them with a medical claim form. The medical claim form, along with all explanation of benefit documents, should be sent directly from the athlete to the insurance company as indicated on the claim form. Please sanction@usatriathlon.org for a copy of the form. Athletes will pay a deductible. All claimants will pay anywhere from $250 USD (twohundred and fifty U.S. dollars) to $1,000 USD (one thousand U.S. dollars) out of pocket and possibly more for uncovered expenses. Be advised that coverage may not apply to each and every claim. Additionally, coverage only extends to participants that have purchased a USA Triathlon annual license or one-day permit and were injured through participation in a USA Triathlon sanctioned event. Please questions to sanction@usatriathlon.org. All medical expenses incurred are the sole responsibility of the athlete and not WTC. USAT provides secondary coverage in qualified circumstances. Failure to meet financial responsibility to local medical facilities will result in suspension of future participation at WTC events until accounts are settled. Particular dangers include dehydration, hyponatremia, sunburn, exhaustion and injuries sustained from accidents. Please ask for medical help if you have the slightest hint you may need it. You will not be penalized for receiving a medical evaluation. You will be withdrawn from the race only if you require transportation, IV fluids or if medical personnel feel your continued participation could result in serious harm or death. During events of extreme endurance, the body s pain threshold is raised, and you may be in more trouble than you realize. The medical personnel will do all they can to keep you in the race and assure a safe finish. Also, please be attentive when taking water and sponges from volunteers when you re on your bike to avoid the possibility of accident or injury to yourself or another. Please trim your fingernails and toenails prior to the start of the race to avoid injury to other athletes. Be especially careful to rinse your goggles of any excess defogger solutions to avoid eye irritation. If you spend three months prior to the event in a climate different than Boulder, we suggest you consider an acclimation period before the race. The chance of dehydration and electrolyte imbalance can be reduced significantly by a proper period of acclimation. Stay with your familiar and proven routine regarding training, nutrition and equipment, especially just prior to the race. This also applies to pre-race dietary intake and medications. It is recommended you avoid an extreme elimination diet. Adequate salt intake during training and during the event is especially important. If you are taking any medications, or have any medical problem that may influence your performance or your treatment in the event of an injury, advise us of all necessary details well in advance of race day. At Athlete Check-In, you are required to notify the medical team, in writing, if there is any change in your medical status/condition after your application has been processed. Failure to do so will result in suspension of participation in future WTC events. You are solely responsible for avoiding medications that appear on the list of banned substances as determined from WADA. Feedback from previous WTC contestants indicates we can never over emphasize the importance of hydrating prior to and during the event. WTC s Chief Physician recommends you begin hydrating heavily several days before the race and drink enough water so your urine is clear, colorless and copious by race day. PLEASE NOTE Full disclosure of medical condition(s), general health and surgical procedures within the previous 12 months is required. Medical consultation/clearance may be necessary from an attending physician prior to participating in the event. In all cases, the final decision of medical consideration is at the discretion of the WTC Medical Director. 14 Athlete Guide: 1.5 K SWIM 42 K BIKE 10 K RUN

15 EventSponsors Athlete Guide:.5 SWIM 17.2 BIKE 3.1 RUN