JULY 5th, 2015 VANCOUVER, BC ATHLETE GUIDE VANCOUVER.IRONMAN.CA

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1 JULY 5th, 2015 VANCOUVER, BC ATHLETE GUIDE VANCOUVER.IRONMAN.CA

2 WELCOME TO THE SUBARU VANCOUVER TRIATHLON BlueShore Financial Susie Ernsting RACE DIRECTOR Welcome to the 2015 Subaru Vancouver Triathlon presented by BlueShore Financial, part of IRONMAN Western Canada! Thank you for choosing to partake in your triathlon journey with us in Vancouver at this spectacular site. This event could not be possible without the incredible support from the City of Vancouver, Vancouver Parks Board, the University of British Columbia, the University Endowment Lands and the Ministry of Transportation. We would also like to thank the residents in this area for welcoming us to their neighborhood and allowing us to enjoy the beautiful venue. This event is also not possible without the hundreds of volunteers who will be with you every step of the way, from registration to the finish line and everything in between. Please take some time to thank them along the way, as they are the reason why this event is a success. As you prepare for race day, here are a few items to keep in mind: Read your athlete guide. There is a reason why we create this and it s all for your benefit. Take some time and check it out. It will answer a lot of questions you might have. Create a plan for race day. Parking information for athletes and spectators will be included in the guide. The more prepared you are, the better off you and your loved ones will be. Please attend the Athlete Meeting. Important last minute instruction will be covered during this time, along with any timeline or course modifications. Say Thank You! to as many volunteers as you can. High fives are great too! Relax and enjoy your race! You ve put in the hard work while training racing is the fun part! Table of Contents 2015 Schedule of Events 3 Pre-Race Information 4 Your need-to-know information before race day Race Day Athlete Check List 6 Race Day Information 7 Post-Race Information 8 Recovery and Awards Ceremony Swim Course Summary 9 Course map, rules and regulations SwimSmart Check List 10 Bike Course Summary 11 Course map, turn-by-turn instructions and, rules and regulations Run Course Summary 12 Course map and rules and regulations Rules 13 Canadian TriClub Program 14 Message from IRONKIDS15 Best of luck and we ll see you at the finish line! Susie Ernsting Race Director - Subaru Vancouver Triathlon 2 ATHLETE GUIDE

3 2015 TENTATIVE SCHEDULE *SCHEDULE OF EVENTS IS TENTATIVE & SUBJECT TO CHANGE Please continue to check back regularly for updates. SATURDAY, JULY 4, 2015 START END EVENT LOCATION 9:00am 5:00pm Information/Lost and Found Locarno Beach 10:00am 4:00pm Vancouver Triathlon Village Open Locarno Beach 10:00pm 4:00pm Athlete Check-In/ Race Package Pick-Up/ Bike Drop *No Check-In on Race Day Locarno Beach 10:00am 4:00pm Mandatory Bike Drop Locarno Beach 10:00pm 12:45pm IRONKIDS Fun Run Registration Locarno Beach 11:30pm 12:00pm LifeSport Clinic presented by Aqua Sphere Locarno Beach - Beach side 1:00pm 1:45pm IRONKIDS Fun Run Locarno Beach 2:00pm 2:30pm LifeSport Clinic presented by PowerBar Locarno Beach - Main Stage 2:30pm 3:00pm Mandatory Athlete Briefing Locarno Beach - Main Stage SUNDAY, JULY 5, RACE DAY! START END EVENT LOCATION 6:30am 1:00pm Information/ Lost and Found Locarno Beach 6:30am 7:30am Body Marking Locarno Beach 6:30am Transition Open Locarno Beach 7:00am 1:00pm Vancouver Triathlon Village Open Locarno Beach TBA Standard Wave 1 Start Locarno Beach - Swim Start TBA Sprint Wave 1 Start Locarno Beach - Swim Start 9:00am 1:00pm Athlete Post-Race Food Tent Locarno Beach 9:45am 1:00pm Bike and Gear Recovery Locarno Beach - Transition 3 ATHLETE GUIDE

4 PRE-RACE INFORMATION Athlete Check-In Where: Locarno Beach - Trimble St. and NW Marine Dr. When: Saturday, July 4-10:00am to 4:00pm Athlete Check-In and Race Package Pick-Up will be located at Locarno Beach near the small parking lot at the corner of Trimble Street and NW Marine Drive. You must check in and pick up your race package on Saturday between 10:00am and 4:00pm and check your bike in to transition. Please note that Athlete Check-In will not be open on race day. If you do not check in during the designated Athlete Check-In hours you will not be permitted to race. ALL RACE PACKETS MUST BE PICKED UP BY 4:00pm ON SATURDAY, JULY 4. Please bring the following items with you to Athlete Check-In: Photo Identification TriBC, ATA, or STAC card (if applicable) If you are not a current member and have not purchased a one-day license as part of your registration you will be required to purchase one for $15 CAD. Medical Please ensure that any pre-existing/chronic medical conditions (respiratory, cardiac, epilepsy, etc.) and allergies have been reported and accurate on your medical information form. Each athlete is responsible for having any personal prescribed medications with them (puffer, epi-pen, nitro, etc.). Athlete Wristband A wristband printed with your race number will be affixed to your wrist at Athlete Check-In. This band will identify you as an official participant and must be worn during race weekend. The wristband is required for medical identification purposes and allows you access to both transition area and post-race athlete recovery areas. You will not be allowed to remove your bicycle and/or gear from the Transition area following the race without your wristband affixed to your wrist. Please do not remove your wristband until after the event, as it will identify you as an athlete. Bike Check-In Where: Locarno Beach - Trimble St. and NW Marine Dr. When: Saturday, July 4-10:00am to 4:00pm To drop off your bike you will need the following items from your Race Kit: 1. Your Athlete Wristband 2. Your Bike with your number sticker attached Please do not go to Transition without these items, as you will be turned back. This process is to ensure that only racing athletes have access to transition and your race number is displayed properly. We thank you in advance for your understanding and assistance with this. All bikes MUST be dropped off in Transition at Locarno Beach on Saturday, July 4th between 10:00am and 4:00pm. There will be NO EXCEPTIONS made for this. Do not show up at transition without your wristband and bike number or you WILL be turned back! There will NOT be a bike inspection, so please make sure that your bike is in working condition and safe for race participation. There will be Bike Mechanics available in transition to assist you, if required. All bikes will be kept secure and protected overnight by a security guard. Do not leave food items in Transition with your bike, as there are animals in the park. Mandatory Athlete Briefing The Mandatory Athlete Briefing will be at Locarno Beach at 2:30pm on Saturday,July 4th. This meeting is MANDATORY and will cover important last-minute race information. Please adjust your schedule on Saturday accordingly! Parking Parking is available at the Locarno Beach lots next to the Jericho Sailing Center. Please note that paid parking is in affect at this time of year. 4 ATHLETE GUIDE

5 PRE-RACE INFORMATION CONTINUED... Personal Safety If you wish to swim at Locarno Beach prior to Race Day please note that there will NOT be lifeguards on duty and you will be doing so at your own risk. The course will be set prior to race weekend, so course markers will be in place for your use. Locarno Beach is a popular location for many recreational activities - including the use of high speed power boats. Please be aware, and proceed with caution. 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 reminded to exercise caution and to be mindful of underwater hazards as this is a natural body of water and may be subject to currents, underwater obstructions, and indigenous plant and aquatic life. When training, please ride on the shoulder where possible, as some of these roads can be busy at times. The run course follows the public trails linking the Spanish Banks Beaches. These are popular trails for locals and tourists, and you may also encounter dogs. Please share the trail! As you are one of Vancouver s invited guests, please respect and obey the traffic laws during your training practices. Your cooperation is appreciated. Please help us keep the race site safe and secure by only bringing what you need. Unattended bags in public areas create walking hazards and security concerns, so if you don t need it, don t bring it! Personal Communication Plan Prior to departing for Vancouver 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 Vancouver 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 Athlete Services VANCOUVER@IRONMAN.COM Emergency phone hours are as follows: Saturday, July 4-9:00am to 5:30pm Sunday, July 5-5:30am to 2:00pm 5 ATHLETE GUIDE

6 RACE DAY ATHLETE CHECK LIST PRE-RACE: Directions to Accomodations Directions to Athlete Check-In Directions to Race Start Directions to Race Finish Photo I.D. Valid TriBC/ATA/STAC Card - if member (if you paid for a one-day license online, no need to bring a card) Bike Services/Tune up Attend Athlete Check-In Attend Mandatory Athlete Briefing Study the race courses and plan your nutrition RACE DAY SWIM: Timing Chip and Strap Swimsuit/Wetsuit (if applicable) Goggles (consider a spare pair as well) Race Day Swim Cap (provided at Check-In) Ear Plugs/Nose Plug (optional) Long sleeved shirt and shoes to wear before the race RACE DAY BIKE: Bike Pump Extra Nutrition Extra Water Bottles Aero Water Bottle Straw Bike Repair Kit Bar-end plugs CO2 Cartridge(s) Spare Tire Spare Tube Tire levers Valve Stem Extenders Patch Kit Wrench Set/Tools Vaseline Sunscreen Helmet Sunglasses Bike Shoes Socks GPS Watch or Bike Computer RACE DAY RUN: Fuel Belt Race Belt or Safety Pins Athlete Race Bib/Number Hat/Visor Reflective tape (if applicable) Running Shoes Socks Sunglasses Water Bottle MISCELLANEOUS: Body Glide Antibacterial Contacts or Rx Glasses Heart Rate Monitor & Chest Strap Towel Hair Ties Chapstick Post-Race Clothing Extra Swimsuit and Cap for practice swim (if applicable) Extra Tri Kit for practice Have a Great Race! 6 ATHLETE GUIDE

7 RACE DAY INFORMATION Parking Information You will be issued a parking pass as part of your Athlete Package. This is to be used in the lots around Locarno Beach/Jericho Sailing Center, and will allow you to park for the day on Sunday until 1:00pm. Please plan to use these lots, and avoid blocking businesses and private residences in the area. Race Morning Procedure Transition opens at 6:30am on race morning. Remember to bring your Timing Chip, wetsuit, and swim cap. Please do not wear your bib number in the swim. Leave it with your gear and put it on before you head out on the bike course. The number will not hold up for the duration of the race if it gets wet. It is only mandatory to wear your race bib on the run course. Body marking will begin at 6:30am outside of transition, and is mandatory. Do not number yourself expecting to bypass check-in. You will not be permitted in the transition area on race day without your wristband, swim cap and Timing Chip. If you have misplaced any of these items, please see the Athlete Services team for a replacement. They will be stationed near the entrance to transition. Do not apply sunscreen, oil, Vaseline or lotion until after you have been body marked. Information The Race Information Tent/Lost and Found will be open on race day from 6:30am to 1:00pm at Locarno Beach. Bike & Gear Set-Up Aid Stations There will NOT be any aid stations on the bike course, so please plan your nutrition accordinly. On the run course there will be 5 aid stations on the Sprint course, and 10 on the Standard course. Spacing will be approximately 1km apart. Each of these aid stations will be stocked with water, Skratch Labs Electrolyte Drink, PowerBars and PowerGels. Race Timing And Cut-Offs Aid station stops, transitions, etc., will be included in your total elapsed time. Your Timing Chip will capture your splits (swim, bike, run) and overall finish time. There are no set cut-off times for the Sprint, however cut offs may be implemented at the discretion of the race organizers. The following cut-off times will apply to the Standard events (by race clock time): Swim Bike Run - 1:00 hour from wave start - 3:00 hours from wave start - 4:30 hours from wave start *Official cut-off times are subject to change IRONMAN 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. Transition opens for all race distances at 6:30am on race morning. Please allow a sufficient amount of time to set up your gear prior to your race start. Only athletes with wristbands on may enter transition. Please also note that there are multiple wave times, and be respectful of those starting ahead of you as you access transition. The Transition Team will be managing athlete flow through this area. If you are asked to wait while competing athletes clear, please do so. 7 ATHLETE GUIDE

8 POST-RACE INFORMATION Bicycle and Gear Recovery Medical Area Mandatory Bike and Gear recovery begins at 9:45am at transition and ends at 1:00pm. 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 may do so with photo ID and the Bike Check-Out ticket provided in your race packet. 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! Athlete Food Tent Athlete post-race food area is open from 9:00am to 1:00pm. The athlete post-race food area is for athletes only and your athlete wristband will allow you access. There will be a no re-entry policy once you ve exited. Awards Ceremony The awards ceremony is scheduled for 12:30am (pending final finisher) at the main stage at Locarno Beach. Don t miss out on claiming your award! Unclaimed awards will be held for 30 days. 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 to order your 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. 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. The medical tent is for ATHLETES ONLY. Family members and friends will not be permitted access. 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. 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 it 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 your 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 IRONMAN 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 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 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 Chips 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 IRONMAN events. Lost And Found Lost and Found will be at the Race Information Booth during race weekend. After the conclusion of the event, please contact VANCOUVER@IRONMAN.COM to locate any missing items and schedule returns. Shipping fees will apply. All unclaimed items will be donated within 30 days. NO CHIP = NO TIME 8 ATHLETE GUIDE

9 SWIM COURSE SWIM.75/1.5KM SUMMARY Ocean swim in iconic Locarno Beach. This event will be wave starts from the beach. The water temperature in July ranges from C. Expect a comfortable wetsuit-legal swim. Swim Course Tips Wetsuits are strongly recommended and may become mandatory depending on conditions on race weekend. Final determination will be made by officials on race morning, so be prepared! Aqua Sphere will be renting suits on Saturday in the expo on a first-come, first-served basis. If you re worried about a longer swim time or cool water, you can wear a second cap under your race swim cap (neoprene or silicone are best for insulation). Multi-loop courses will NOT require you to exit the water. Swim Course Rules & Instructions Athletes may use any stroke to propel themselves through the water. They may also tread water or float. Athletes may stand on the bottom or rest by holding an inanimate object, such as buoy or stationary boat. All athletes must wear the official event swim cap during the swim segment. Athletes may not alter the swim caps in any manner. Failure to wear the official swim cap, or altering the official swim cap, may result in a penalty up to and including disqualification. Propulsion devices that can create an advantage for the athlete, or a risk to others, are forbidden. Athletes must not use or wear the following illegal equipment: artificial propulsion devices, flotation devices, gloves or socks, wetsuit bottoms only, wetsuits when they are forbidden, non-certified wetsuits, or snorkels. Individual paddlers or escorts will not be permitted. The course will be 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. Course officials and medical personnel reserve the right to remove athletes from the course if determined medically necessary. 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. 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, canoes, kayaks, buoys, and aquatic crafts that line the course. Wetsuit Rules Wetsuits may be worn in water temperatures up to 22 C (71.6 F). They will be forbidden above this temperature. Wetsuits are mandatory in water temperatures below 14 C (57.2 F). Wetsuits cannot exceed 5mm thickness anywhere. If the wetsuit is made in two pieces, the combined thickness in the overlapping areas may not exceed the 5mm thickness limit. The most external part of the wetsuit must fit the athlete s body tightly while they are swimming. A wetsuit may cover any part of the body except the face, hands, and feet. Swimwear Policy (Non Wetsuit legal swims only) When the use of wetsuits is forbidden, clothing covering any part of the arms below the shoulders, or legs below the knees will not be permitted. Athletes must wear approved trisuits for non-wetsuit swims. If athletes choose to wear more than one trisuit, both must comply with the specifications, and the external suit has to comply with the uniform rules and cannot be removed during the entire competition. Trisuits will not have neoprene sections, and if the suit has a zipper it will be located at the back and will not be longer than 40 cm. 9 ATHLETE GUIDE

10 SWIMSMART TOP 10 CHECKLIST An open-water swim in a triathlon is substantially different from swimming in a pool. To alleviate stress, it s important that you arrive on race day healthy, fit and prepared. Here's a top-10 checklist to help get you ready. 1. Prepare for Race Conditions Race day should not be your first open water swim. Make sure some of your training replicates real race conditions, including water temperature, proximity to other swimmers and wearing a wetsuit if needed. 2. Race in Shorter Events Being properly trained is the best way to reduce anxiety. If possible, race in shorter events and clinics to prepare yourself for open water conditions. For extra guidance, talk to a coach or your local triathlon club. 3. Learn About Course Details It s important to prepare yourself mentally as well as physically prior to race day. Thoroughly review the race website and pre-race communication to familiarize yourself with the course. Keep in mind, every body of water is different, so you ll need to educate yourself on water current and surf conditions. Study the event timetable to plan for proper arrival and preparation. 4. Ensure Heart Health As an athlete in training, you should take the proper steps to assess your health with your physician. The American Heart Association suggests a 12-step screening process for competitive athletes. This includes a physical exam as well as an assessment of your family history and personal heart health. 5. Pay Attention to Warning Signs If you experience chest pain or discomfort, shortness of breath, light-headedness or blacking out while training, consult your doctor. 6. Don t Use New Gear on Race Day Focus on controlling as much as you can on race day. You should never race in equipment you haven t trained in. This is not the time to test new gear. Make sure your wetsuit fits properly and that your goggles, swim cap and other accessories work properly. Prepare for the unexpected with backups of all your gear. 7. Warm Up on Race Day Arrive early enough on race day for a proper warm-up prior to the start, preferably in the water. If you aren t able to warm up in the water, spend between 5 and 10 minutes getting loose. Be sure to do some cardio activity, such as a light jog, to increase circulation and prep your muscles. 8. Check Out the Course Get comfortable with the course by checking out water conditions, the swim entry, exit layouts, along with turn buoy locations. Identify basic navigation points so that you know what you are swimming towards. 9. Start Easy Relax and Breathe Don t race at maximum effort from the start. Relax and focus on proper breathing technique as you settle into a sustainable pace. 10. Be Alert and Ask for Help In a race setting always stop at the first sign of a medical problem. If you or a fellow athlete needs help, just raise your hand to alert a lifeguard or safety boat. Race rules allow for competitors to stop or rest at any time during the swim. Feel free to hold on to a static object like a raft, buoy, or dock. You may also rest by holding on to a kayak, boat or even a paddleboard. As long as you don t use it to move forward, you won t face disqualification. 10 ATHLETE GUIDE

11 BIKE COURSE BIKE 20/40KM SUMMARY Course Tips Please take special note of the turn-around zones in Parking Lot one at the bottom of the hill on NW Marine Drive and at Kullahun Drive. There will be two-way traffic on sections of this course, and the turn-arounds are both tight corners. Please reduce your speed and proceed with caution. Keep RIGHT at all times. You will be required to share the road with local traffic, so please obey all rules of the road. There will be plenty of traffic controllers, police and volunteers to keep the course safe. This scenic looping bike course will take you through the beautiful University of British Columbia Campus, and offer stunning views of Spanish Banks and the North Shore Mountains. Tech Tips & 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. Please give this pump to a family member or friend before the race start, as they create hazards in transition. For security and safety reasons, bikes will NOT BE ALLOWED out of transition once transition closes on Saturday evening. Turn By Turn 1. Exit Transition Right on to NW Marine Drive 2. Right on NW Marine Drive at NW Marine Drive/Chancellor Blvd intersection 3. Left around center median at Kullahun Drive 4. Left on NW Marine Drive at NW Marine Drive/Chancellor Blvd intersection Left into Parking Lot 1 Turn Around for Standard Lap 2 5. Left into Transition at NW Marine Drive and Trimble Street 11 ATHLETE GUIDE

12 RUN COURSE RUN 5/10KM SUMMARY The Run Course is a gorgeous trail run on the iconic Spanish Banks West Beach Trail. This route is made up of a crushed gravel, and is nice and soft for your feet and legs. You will enjoy running along the lovely Spanish Banks Beaches! Course Tips There will be five aid stations for the Sprint distance, and ten for the Standard distance. Each aid station will have water, Skratch Labs Electrolyte Drink, PowerBars and PowerGels. 12 ATHLETE GUIDE

13 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 Triathlon British Columbia (TriBC) has sanctioned the 2015 Subaru Vancouver Triathlon. Please visit tribc.org for a complete set of the competitive rules. Athletes should be aware of the serious consequences of participating when not eligible. Fraud by entering under an assumed name or age, falsifying an affidavit or giving false information as well as participating when not eligible are grounds for disqualification or a possible suspension. a. Any person who participates in any portion of a sanctioned event without first properly registering and paying any required registration fee will be disqualified and possibly suspended or barred from participation. b. Any person who in any way assists another athlete to violate this rule by providing or selling a race number to that athlete shall be suspended or barred from participation. Anyone who violates this rule may be banned for life from any IRONMAN 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: Stop and Go, DSQ) No modifications may be made to the helmet. Helmets must be worn in all official activities when riding the bike, including competition, familiarization, and training sessions. It must be on and securely fastened at all times when in possession of the bike, on before you un-rack until after you re-rack your bike. 2. Chin Straps: (Penalty: Stop and Go, DSQ) Chin straps must be fastened from the time the bike is removed from the rack until it is replaced. 3. Outside Assistance: (Penalty: Disqualification) Medical assistance and food/ liquid are permitted at aid stations. All other outside assistance is prohibited. Providing equipment that renders the donor athlete unable to continue will result in DSQ for both athletes. 4. Transition Area: (Penalty: Stop and Go/Time Penalty, DSQ) Athletes must only use their designated bike rack, and must rack their bike in an upright position with the front of the saddle hooked over the horizontal bar so the front wheel is pointing to the middle of the transition lane. The bike must be racked in a way that does not block or interfere with the progress of another athletes. Only equipment being used during the competition can be left in transition. All other belongings and equipment are to be removed before the race start. Bike shoes, helmet and other bike equipment can be placed on the bike. Athletes must not impede the progress of other athletes in the Transition Area. Cycling is not permitted inside Transition mount and dismount lines are part of the transition area. Nudity is forbidden. Marking positions in Transition is forbidden any marking objects will be removed without notice. 5. Drafting: (Penalty: Variable time penalty) The bicycle draft zone will be 10 meters long measured from the leading edge of the front wheel. An athlete may enter the draft zone of another athlete, but must be seen to be progressing through that zone. A maximum of 20 seconds will be allowed to pass through the zone of another athlete. Blocking - riding so as to not permit an athlete who is behind to pass Overtaken - once passed, you must move out of the draft zone of the leading athlete within 5 seconds. 6. Course: (Penalty: Stop and Go, DSQ) 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 outside 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: DSQ, Expulsion) Abusive language, behaviour, or other unsportsmanlike conduct directed at race officials, staff, volunteers, spectators or fellow athletes is forbidden. 8. Headphones: (Penalty: Warning, DSQ) Headphones, headsets, mobile phones, or personal audio devices, etc. are not to be carried or worn at any time during the race. 9. Race numbers: (Penalty: Stop and Go/Time Penalty, DSQ) 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 TriBC up to and including water temperature of 22 degrees Celsius. Wetsuits will be mandatory below 14 degrees Celsius. 11. Abandonment: (Penalty: Stop and Go, DSQ) 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. 12. Handlebars: (Penalty: Disqualification) Only handlebars and clip-on bars not extending beyond the leading edge of the front wheel will be permitted. Clip-on bars in two pieces do not need to be bridged. All tube ends have to be plugged. 13. Variable Time Penalties: Sprint: 1st Offense: 1 minute 2nd Offense: DSQ Standard: 1st Offense: 2 minutes 2nd Offense: DSQ Note: IRONMAN reserves the right to make changes to these rules at any time. Notification of any change will be in accordance with TriBC procedures. 13 ATHLETE GUIDE

14 TRICLUB PROGRAM 2015 IRONMAN TRICLUB CANADA CHALLENGE Be a part of a new Cross-Canada TriClub Challenge! To be eligible for the competition your TriClub must compete in at least 4 events, in any available distance, and have at least 10 members participating at each one of those events. When your club races with us, your athletes earn points that go towards the Cross-Canada TriClub Challenge. The top point-getting clubs at the end of the year become champions! CHAMPIONSHIP AWARDS Western Regional TriClub Champion: First Place Trophy for each of five divisions (Division I, II, III, IV, and V) including Digital Award Badges Eastern Regional TriClub Champion: First Place Trophy for each of five divisions (Division I, II, III, IV, and V) including Digital Award Badges Overall TriClub Canada Champion: Trophy, Digital Award Badge and TriClub Village Kit to include a pop-up tent, banner and tear-drop flag branded with your TriClub logo Be a part of this exciting Cross-Canada TriClub Championship. Compete to earn the title of 2015 Canadian TriClub Champion! HOW IT WORKS Clubs are divided into club divisions based on the size of the club. This makes it fun for TriClubs to compete against other TriClubs in their division. For races in North America, clubs compete against each other at IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 events. Athletes who are registered with a club earn points based on IRONMAN s Age Group Ranking system. These points are added together and are used to determine the Division Champion at the event. For the Cross-Canada overall competition any clubs that meet the qualifying criteria will be automatically entered into the championship point calculation. Any points earned at any races, including those earned outside of the Canadian series will count towards determining the top pointgetting clubs. Points will be frozen on December 31, 2015 and the winners of the competition will be announced in early January DIVISIONS Division I - Clubs with greater than 300 active members and National Coaching programs Division II - Clubs with active members Division III - Clubs with active members Division IV - Clubs with active members Division V - Clubs under 25 active members Wondering how to get your TriClub involved? Visit IRONMAN.com today and register your TriClub. For questions or more information please contact TriClub@ironman.com. CANADIAN TRICLUB CHALLENGE RACES Western Canada Subaru Shawnigan Lake Triathlon Subaru IRONMAN 70.3 Victoria presented by Saunders Subaru Subaru Saskatoon Triathlon Subaru Vancouver Triathlon presented by BlueShore Financial Subaru IRONMAN Canada Subaru Banff Triathlon May 24 June 14 June 28 July 5 July 26 Sept 12 Eastern Canada Subaru Series Milton Subaru Series Guelph One 5i50 Triathlon Mont-Tremblant Subaru IRONMAN 70.3 Mont-Tremblant Subaru IRONMAN 70.3 Muskoka Subaru Series Niagara Subaru IRONMAN Mont-Tremblant Subaru Series Orillia Subaru IRONMAN Muskoka Subaru Series Guelph Lake 2 July 7 June 20/21 June 20 June 21 July 5 July 19 Aug 16 Aug 16 Aug 30 Sept 5 14 ATHLETE GUIDE

15 MESSAGE FROM IRONKIDS ABOUT THE EVENT: The Subaru IRONKIDS Vancouver Fun Run will race around Locarno Beach and cross the same finish line as the Subaru Vancouver Triathlon athletes! LOCATION: The event will be held at Locarno Beach. NW Marine Drive and Trimble Street, Vancouver, BC WHEN: Saturday, July 4, 2015 at 1:00pm AGE GROUPS: Athletes between the ages of 3 and 15 are invited to participate in this great event! REGISTRATION: Registration will be located within the Subaru Vancouver Triathlon Expo on Saturday, July 4 from 10:00am to 12:45pm. We will have an IRONKIDS tent set up for on-site registrations. Please allow yourself 10 to 15 minutes to completely register. All athletes must check-in at packet pick-up in order to receive their race materials. IRONKIDS staff as well as volunteers will be present to assist you throughout the process. COURSE AND DISTANCE: The course will run around Locarno Beach and finish at the same finsih line as the Subaru Vancouver Triathlon athletes. New this year is a wave start so kids will be running with their fellow age groupers! The distance will be 500m, and 1km. COST: The cost to enter the Subrau IRONKIDS Vancouver Fun Run is $5. Each athlete will receive an IRONKIDS race bib, an IRONKIDS finisher medal and post race refreshments and the pride of calling themselves an IronKid! ABOUT IRONKIDS: The mission of IRONKIDS is to inspire and motivate youth through the sport to lead an active, positive, and healthy lifestyle. The 2015 IRONKIDS National Series and the IRONKIDS Midwest series, targeting youth between the ages of 6-15, will provide an interactive weekend experience for the entire family that will not only showcase the nation s top youth talent, but also will allow first-time athletes to experience a positive introduction to the realm of multisport. Children will compete in age-appropriate distances with an emphasis on fitness, fun and safety. CONTACT INFO: All inquiries can be directed to Info@IRONKIDS.com. 15 ATHLETE GUIDE