Auckland Secondary Schools Duathlon - Race Briefing Event Date : Thursday 30 June 2016 Event hosted thanks to Auckland City Triathlon Club with support from Triathlon NZ
Run, Bike, Run.all the information Pukekohe Motorsport Park is at 242-250 Manukau Rd, Pukekohe 1023 (Around 45mins from Auckland City) Please park in designated car parks or follow marshalls instructions.
Contents Event detail summary Rule summary Key timings Course maps Run Course Transition layout Team information Rules - detailed Spectator Information Event detail
Event detail summary Pukekohe Duathlon 30 June 2016 Regn opens Race brief Start time First run Bike Second run 8am (note due to Horses in vicinity prior to race, no warming up on track) 10.20am (for all) U12&U13 10.30am 1 lap 2.25km 3 laps 8km 1 shorter 1km Under 14 10.45am 1 lap 2.25km 4 laps 11km 1 lap 2.25km Under 16 11.10am 1 lap 2.25km 5 laps 14km 1 lap 2.25km Under 19 11.25am 2 laps 4.5km 6 laps 17km 1 lap 2.25km Prize Giving 1.00pm (for all) Penalties If you receive a drafting penalty you will be shown a blue card with your race number on it. You must stop at the penalty box, the next time that you pass it (you cannot wait until the end). The official will time your penalty, which is 1 minute for all schools events Failing to stop at the penalty box is a disqualification Receiving more than 2 penalties on the bike is also a disqualification.
Summary of rules Good sportsmanship at all times You must obey race officials at all times Treat other competitors, officials and volunteers with respect and courtesy: there is no race without them Do not accept assistance from anyone not competing in the race You must not use radios, headsets, digital music players or CD players Only competitors are permitted in the transition areas Keep you gear close by your bike so others do not trip over or get held up by it You must not ride in any transition area, you must walk/run the bike to the mount line when leaving and get off at the dismount line on your return. You must return your bike to the same place it was racked at the start Your helmet must be fastened before you remove your bike from the rack and stay fastened until you have reracked the bike on your return The cycle is non drafting keep left and remember the 10m space rule. Do not discard bottles or anything else on any part course or field of play. You can discard in the transition only where your gear is stored. Do not leave gear in access lanes If you deliberately impede the progress of another competitor you will be disqualified. In the run section, you may walk if you wish No personal equipment is to be removed from transition until all competitors are back over the finish line Have a great race and enjoy yourself!
Key timings: Thursday 30 June 8.00 Registration opens 10.20 Race briefing 10.30 U12&U13 start 10.45 U14 start 11.10 U16 start 11.25 U19 start 12.35 Expected finish 13.00 Prize giving
Course Map
Course Number of Laps Each standard lap of the run is 2.25km Each standard lap of the bike is 2.8km First run Bike Second run U12&U13 1 lap 2.25km 3 laps 8km 1 shorter 1km Under 14 1 lap 2.25km 4 laps 11km 1 lap 2.25km Under 16 1 lap 2.25km 5 laps 14km 1 lap 2.25km Under 19 2 laps 4.5km 6 laps 17km 1 lap 2.25km Please note: Run: there are no lap timing mats on the run course but results will be checked for discrepancies this is a sport, please ensure you are honest and compete within the spirit of the event. For the U12/U13 follow marshals instructions to turnaround cone for second shorter run turnaround. - Cycle: there will be timing mats on the cycle course registering each lap you complete. It is your responsibility to ensure you complete the required number of laps and anyone not completing the required number will be disqualified. - Cycle laps your last lap is a short lap, exit via pit lane as indicated by signs. (e.g. 3 laps = 2 ¾ laps)
Transition layout
Run Course The run course is clockwise and is predominantly on the inside race track. Matting is laid between the tracks to reduce contact with mud, please take extra care over this section. Please stay to the left of the course at all times unless passing. Note: sections of the run course are adjacent to the cycle course, so please stay within the cones and observe any instructions from signs or marshals
Cycle run transition On your last lap of the bike, you will exit the course via the slip lane (follow markings on course.) Do not pass under the motorsport gantry for the last time. Ensure you dismount prior to the dismount line and mount only after the marked mount line as appropriate) Ensure you rack your bike in the same place where it was originally racked You must rack your bike prior to unfastening your helmet. Exit transition in the direction of the start/finish line following the marked course and out onto the run course.
Team information Please do not warm up on the track when individuals are racing. Wind trainers must not be used in the transition area You must swap your timing chip from each person in the team tag area. Cyclist you may have your helmet on in the tag area, rack to rack helmet requirement still applies. (Helmet must be worn when unracking and racking bike during race)
Team Tag Area Team tag area
Finishing area Once you pass under the finish gantry, you have completed your race! Come forward to the volunteer team who will assist you with removing your timing chip these must be removed and returned (you will be charged for any non returned chips) There is a water station on the left hand side for recovery. Get yourself warm, cheer for your mates and return for the prize giving at approx. 1.00pm (once all competitors have finished and results have been verified.)
Event Rules This event is conducted under Tri NZ rules which can be found at: https://triathlon.kiwi/events/taking-part/information-and-race-rules/ Run Rules You must not discard anything on the course You may not be paced by coaches, supporters No headsets allowed (includes radios, headsets, digital music players or CD players) Please note Tri NZ rules in relation to apparel (no bare torsos)
Transition Rules Bike racks are laid out by age group block you must follow the directions of transition director or marshals Wind trainers must not be used in the transition area Helmet must be fastened before removing your bike from the rack and remain fastened until you re-rack your bike in transition Push your bike to the mount line and get on your bike after the mount line Dismount before the dismount line and push your bike back to your spot No boxes or bags to be left in transition. Only the gear you need for racing to be left in transition Please ensure you leave your gear tidy beside your bike be considerate of your fellow competitors
Cycling - Non drafting. Please keep left at all times unless you are passing and obey race officials at all times. If you do not keep left you risk a blocking penalty (you are not playing fair as you are impeding the other competitors from riding fairly) Draft zone is 10m long by 3m wide. You have 20 seconds to complete your pass. See registration area for an example of what the area size looks like. You must not pass on the left.
Cycle equipment
Further information In an emergency see one of the marshals who will be able to assist If you withdraw, please immediately advise event personnel Remember the spirit of good sportsmanship is an important part of our sport look out and encourage each other and race hard and fair. Thank a volunteer. Without these people we couldn t put the event on so take the time to say thanks and have a terrific day.
Information for spectators Parking Please follow signage/marshal instructions. Ensure all access ways are kept clear. We can not run the event if an egress is blocked (for emergency reasons). Note the access to the transition and racetrack is across the track this will be closed during racing and no one will be able to cross the track until the race is clear. Viewing There is viewing on the grandstand. Please stay off the run course and do not go onto the bike track. You may hinder the athletes as well as endangering athletes and yourself Food and beverages on site You are welcome to bring a picnic to the venue Access to transition/racing Parking
Thank you to all the volunteers who have made this event happen. Tri NZ Technical officials Auckland City Tri Club The team from College Sport Your school coaches, teachers and parents for getting you to the start and through the event.
Key Contacts Event director: Transition Director : PR and Comms: Tri NZ : College Sport: Nicola Sproule Rob Dallimore Lynley Twyman Shanelle Barrett Dave Currie / Temepara Bailey
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