ATHLETES GUIDE V.2 SEPT. 24th

ATHLETES GUIDE V.2 SEPT. 24th ATHLETES AND TEAM OFFICIALS GUIDE v.2 sept.24th 0

TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. GENERAL INFORMATION 2. VENUE 1.1 Introduction 1.2 Event schedule 1.3 Event and contact 2.1 Venue 2.2 Doping Control 2.3 Medical Services 2.4 Bike assistance 2.5 Race office 2.6 Security 3. TRAINING 3.1 Sport Massage service 3.2 Course familiarization 4. RACE INFORMATION 4.1 Registration 4.2 Conduct of athletes 4.3 Insurance 4.4 Warm up 4.5 Uniform check 4.6 Race packet 4.7 Pasta party 4.8 Timing bands 4.9 Prize money 4.10 FOP information 4.10.1 Start 4.10.2 Swim Course 4.10.3 Transition Area 4.10.4 Bike Course 4.10.5 Wheel Station 4.10.6 Run Course 4.10.7 Finish Area 4.10.8 Aid Stations 4.10.9 Weather Conditions 4.10.10 Results 4.10.11 Protest & Appeals ATHLETES AND TEAM OFFICIALS GUIDE v.2 sept.24th 1

5. TRANSFER ACCOMMODATION RESTAURANTS 6. ACCREDITATION 7. SOCIAL EVENTS 7.1 Technical briefing 7.2 Award ceremony 8. LOCAL INFORMATION 8.1 Language 8.2 Population 8.3 Currency 8.4 Time 8.5 Electricity 8.6 Water 8.7 ITA dialling code 8.8 Pharmacies 8.9 Hospitals 9. COURSE MAPS 9.1 Swim course 9.2 Bike course 9.3 Run course 9.4 Transition Area ATHLETES AND TEAM OFFICIALS GUIDE v.2 sept.24th 2

1. GENERAL INFORMATION 1.1 Introduction The LOC is glad to welcome you to the Triathlon del Mediterraneo, now in its 21th edition. The present guide is intended to provide athletes and teams with event information in compliance with ITU Competition Rules. 1.2 Event schedule Friday 28 th September 09:30 10:00 Bike and Run course familiarization 10:00 11:00 Swim course familiarization 11:00 12:00 Press Conference Circolo Canottieri Roggero di Lauria Via delle Palme, 20 17:00 20:00 Race Office: registration accreditation Stabilimento Alle Terrazze, Viale Regina Elena 18:00 18:30 ITU Technical Briefing Stabilimento Alle Terrazze, Viale Regina Elena Saturday 29 th September 08:30 14:00 Race Office 13:00 14:00 Women Athletes Lounge Open 13:30 14:15 Uniform Check 13:30 14:15 Women Transition Area Open 13:30 14:15 Women Warm Up 14:20 Women Line Up 14:30 WOMEN RACE START 15:30 18:30 Pasta Party 15:30 16:30 Men Athletes Lounge Open 15:30 16:15 Uniform Check 15:30 16:15 Men Transition Area Open 15:30 16:15 Men Warm Up 16:20 Men Line Up 16:30 MEN RACE START 15:30 18:30 Pasta Party 18:30 Medal Ceremony Athletes Village ATHLETES AND TEAM OFFICIALS GUIDE v.2 sept.24th 3

1.3 Event and Contact information Name of Event: 2012 Mondello ITU Triathlon Sprint European Cup Race Date: 29th September 2012 Event Organizer: Carlo Alberto Sausa E mail: proffice@triathlondelmediterraneo.it Website www.triathlondelmediterraneo.it National Federation: Italian Triathlon Federation Contact: Gabriella Lorenzi International Technical Area Athletes/Nfs Team Support E mai gabriellalorenzi@fitri.it Event regulations: Official Results: ITU Triathlon Competition Rules apply published after the race on the official web sites: www.triathlon.org www.fitri.it www.triathlondelmediterraneo.it 2. VENUE 2.1 Venue Mondello is the most renowned seaside resort lying few kilometres from Palermo (Sicily), characterized by crystallike waters and uncontaminated sea floors with richest underwater vegetation and caves. The enchanting scenario of Mondello will host the first edition of the ITU Triathlon Sprint European Cup 2.2 Doping Control Doping control will be performed according to ITU/WADA antidoping rules. The athletes must carry their identification card to the doping control facilities 2.3 Medical Services The medical area is located inside the Athletes Village. LOC ensures n. 4 ambulances and 2 medical tents located nearest the transition area. Medical services will be available on site on race day. Medical and paramedical personnel will be available during the familiarization, competition times and also the day before race. 2.4 Bike assistance Bike assistance available nearest the Transition Area. ATHLETES AND TEAM OFFICIALS GUIDE v.2 sept.24th 4

2.5 Race office The Race Office will available as follows: Friday 28th from 17:00 to 20:00: Registration and Accreditation Stabilimento Alle Terrazze, Viale Regina Elena Saturday 29th from 08:30 to 14:00: Information Desk at Partnership Area, nearest Transition Area 2.6 Security A private security company will be responsible for the venue security. Police will manage the Road Closures and the traffic throughout the course. GENERAL OVERVIEW ATHLETES AND TEAM OFFICIALS GUIDE v.2 sept.24th 5

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3. TRAINING 3.1 Sport Massage service Sports Massages will be available to the athletes before and after the race in the Athlete s Village. 3.2 Course familiarization Course familiarization is scheduled on Friday 28 th sept. Swimming and bike course familiarization will be carried out with the assistance of medical staff and Police to escort athletes along the course. Friday 28 th sept. Bike and Run: 9:30 10:00 Swim: 10:00 11:00 4. RACE INFORMATION 4.1 Registration and payment deadline According to the ITU Competition Rules, posted on the ITU website www.triathlon.org Elite athletes must sign the ITU Athletes Agreement, which states that any dispute arising from the ITU Rules that cannot be settled by its existing appeal procedure, shall be settled finally by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) in Lausanne, Switzerland, to the exclusion of recourse to ordinary courts. Once signed, the ITU Athletes Agreement is valid until the end of the competition year it has been signed. NFs are responsible for entering their athletes and coaches for all ITU Events using the ITU online system on www.triathlon.org. Athletes must provide picture ID at race registration/packet pick up prior to competition Payment deadline: September 23th Entry Fee: 50.00 to be paid by bank transfer Account Holder : A.C.S.D. Sege Bank: AGENZIA UNICREDIT 22121 PIAZZA UNITÀ D ITALIA PALERMO IBAN: IT 84 B 0200 8046 21000101133263 SWIFT: UNCRITM1I66 ATHLETES AND TEAM OFFICIALS GUIDE v.2 sept.24th 7

4.2 Conduct of athletes According to the ITU Competition Rules, posted on the ITU website www.triathlon.org, athletes will: Practice good sportsmanship at all times; Be responsible for their own safety and the safety of others; Know, understand and follow the ITU Competition Rules, available from their NFs and on www.triathlon.org; Obey traffic regulations and instructions from race officials. Treat other athletes, officials, volunteers, and spectators with respect and courtesy. Avoid the use of abusive language. Inform a Technical Official after withdrawing from the race. Compete without receiving assistance other than from event personnel and officials. 4.3 Insurance The LOC has insurance with a reputable insurance company, a standard public liability and property damage insurance policy to cover the risks of insurable nature under this Agreement and the staging of the Event and related events. The insurance policy has named, as insured, LOC, ETU, the Global Partners, Global Sponsors, the ETU Executive Board and Staff, the ITU International Officials, and the respective LOC directors, officers, agents, volunteers, employees and contractors. All athletes and team support personal must carry their own medical insurance. 4.4 Warm up Warm up will be available as follows: Saturday 29th from 13:30 to 14:15 WOMEN Saturday 29th from 15:30 to 16:15 MEN 4.5 Uniform check Athletes must comply with the ITU Uniform Rules: http://www.triathlon.org/images/uploads/uniform_approved_list_last_version.pdf The Uniform Check will take place in the athletes lounge on the Race Day. ATHLETES AND TEAM OFFICIALS GUIDE v.2 sept.24th 8

4.6 Race packet Athletes race packets will be distributed on Friday 28 th Friday 28 th September 17:00 20:00 Race Office: race packages pick up Registration and Accreditation Stabilimento Alle Terrazze Vial Regina Elena 4.7 Pasta party The Pasta Party is a chance for all athletes to get together and enjoy a high carbohydrate meal. The Pasta Party is free for all athletes. It will take place at Athletes Village from 15.30 to 18.30. 4.8 Timing bands The athletes will receive their timing bands in the Athletes Lounge on race day Athletes have to return the timing band at the Athletes Lounge, in order to collect their bike from the Transition Area, after the race. 4.9 Prize Money Prize Money: 12 500 paid net of all taxes 1st. 1,565 EUR W/M 2nd. 1,250 EUR W/M 3rd. 935 EUR W/M 4th. 625 EUR W/M 5th. 500 EUR W/M 6th. 440 EUR W/M 7th. 375 EUR W/M 8th. 250 EUR W/M 9th. 185 EUR W/M 10th. 125 EUR W/M The athletes during the Registration will receive the 2012 Prize Money Claim Form, in order to claim prize money from the European Triathlon Union (ETU). The athlete has to give his/her full and correct address and bank details in clear and legible writing. If incorrect information is provided, a bank transfer of prize money will not be possible. ATHLETES AND TEAM OFFICIALS GUIDE v.2 sept.24th 9

4.10 FOP information 4.10.1 Start The race will start with swim section from Mondello s beach near the Transition Area. The start area will be equipped with platform and carpet for swim start and athletes positioning. 4.10.2 Swim Course Wetsuit use is not expected Water temperature: 23 24C Course: 1 lap of 750mt rectangular course delimited by n. 2 buoys. The distance between the 1st and 2 nd is 100 mt, while their distance from the shore is 325 mt. Swim exit is located at the left hand side of the start area and marked by finish gantry and exit ramp covered in anti slippery carpet with chute from beach to the street level. (h. ca. cm 100). Distance from start gantry to finish is about 100 mt. 4.10.3 Transition Area Distance from the swim exit to the transition area: 60mt. Each bike rack will be identified by athletes surname and flag. 4.10.4 Bike Course Bike course: 3 laps of 6,7km. Street slope of 4 5% and large turn buoys. The course is secure and totally closed from traffic. The road surface is hard, smooth and without debris or other hazard. 4.10.5 Wheel Station N 2 wheel stations located after the Transition area and the furthest point of bike section. 4.10.6 Run Course 4 laps of 1.25 km Flat course Inside the course a water and supplement supply area will be available for athletes. 4.10.7 Finish Area Finish area is covered in blue carpet, secure and equipped with podium, entertainment area, 100 seat spectator stand, big screen, refreshment and media area. 4.10.8 Aid Stations Aid stations are located on the run course and at the finish. 4.10.9 Weather Conditions Maximum Temp 27,00ºC Minimum Temp 20,00ºC Rain 45 mm 4.10.10 Results Results will be uploaded after the race in the official web sites: www.triathlon.org www.fitri.it www.triathlondelmediterraneo.it 4.10.11 Protest & Appeals Standard procedures will be followed according to the ITU Competition Rules. ATHLETES AND TEAM OFFICIALS GUIDE v.2 sept.24th 10

5. TRANSFER ACCOMMODATION RESTAURANTS Airport Transfer The transfer service will be provided from Palermo (PMO) Falcone Borsellino International airport. Price: 25 per person (one way) Contact: STS SICILIAN TOURIST SERVICE S.R.L. Tel +39 091 361567 Fax +39 091 6372482 e mail info@stsitalia.it Event Hotels Here enclosed the hotel list for the which we suggest you to send soon accommodation request due the high season. Please send your request complete of the following key code: Mondello ITU Triathlon Cup, to: Contact: STS SICILIAN TOURIST SERVICE S.R.L. Tel +39 091 361567 Fax +39 091 6372482 e mail info@stsitalia.it Official Hotel: Addaura Hotel Residence Congressi Lungomare Cristoforo Colombo 4452, 90149 Palermo www.addaura.it Double room 60,00 Single room 80,00 Triple room 53,00 per person per person per person Agreed hotels: Grand Hotel Villa Igea Salita Belmonte 43, 90142 Palermo www.hotelvillaigiea.com Double room 115,00 per person Single room 220,00 per person Triple room 92,00 per person Splendid Hotel La Torre Piano Gallo 11, 90151 Palermo www.latorrehotel.it Double room 77,00 per person Single room 116,00 per person Triple room 74,50 per person Hotel Conchiglia d'oro Viale Cloe 9, 90151 Palermo www.hotelconchigliadoro.com Double room 45,00 per person Single room 65,00 per person Triple room 43,50 per person Casena dei Colli Via Villa Rosato, 20/22 90146 Palermo www.casenadeicolli.it Double room 40,00 per person Single room 60,00 per person Triple room 35,00 per person ATHLETES AND TEAM OFFICIALS GUIDE v.2 sept.24th 11

AGREED RESTAURANTS TAKE AWAY Light lunch 7,00 Including: main course / salad / soft drink MIDA VALDESI(piazza Valdesi, Palermo Mondello) Light lunch 10,00 Including: main course / mineral water 0,50 / fresh fruit Sandwich Lunch 9,00 Including: Sandwich / mineral water 0,50 / fresh fruit (Caprese Sandwich or with ham / mozzarella / tomato) CONCHIGLIA D ORO 3 * (Viale Cloe, 9, Palermo Mondello) Three course meal, mineral water included 12,00 For hotel guests only and upon reservation HOTEL CASENA DEI COLLI 3* (Via Villa Rosato, 20/22, Palermo) Three course meal 12,00 For hotel guests only and upon reservation BADALAMENTI CUCINA & BOTTEGA (Viale Galatea, Palermo) Three course meal Lunch 23,00 Three course meal Dinner 28,00 Including: main course, side dish, dessert Available by reservation only ATHLETES AND TEAM OFFICIALS GUIDE v.2 sept.24th 12

6. ACCREDITATION LOC will provide to the Athletes, Coaches, Technical Officials and Media the official accreditation card, according to the ITU Rules. Accreditation cards will be handed in the Race Office and will provide access to specific areas for the which only accredited persons will be allowed to access. 7. SOCIAL EVENTS 7.1 Technical briefing The ITU Technical Briefing will be held on Friday 28 th September from 18.00 to 18.30 in the Stabilimento Balneare Alle Terrazze, Viale Regina Elena, Mondello (Palermo). 7.2 Award ceremony Award ceremony will be held at the athletes village on Saturday 29 th at 18.30. 8. LOCAL INFORMATION 8.1 Language: The official language in Palermo is Italian. 8.2 Population: 655.875 (M 311.121, F 344.754) live in the city of Palermo. 8.3 Currency: Euro is the official currency in Italy. Banks open from Mon to Fri 8.30 13:00/13.45 16.00 8.4 Time: Palermo time is UTC/GMT +1 hour 8.5 Electricity: 220 volts 8.6 Water: running Water is appropriate for drinking 8.7 ITA dialling code: +39. 8.8 Pharmacies: 8.9 Hospital Farmacia Mercadante Dr. Valeria: Viale Regina Elena N.73 Phone +39 091450381 Farmacia Rizzo Dr. Anna Maria: Piazza Mondello Phone +39 091454145 Azienda Ospedaliera Villa Sofia Piazza Salerno 1 Palermo Phone +39 091 780 1111 Azienda Ospedaliera Cervello Via Trabucco, 180 Palermo Phone + 39 091 680 211 ATHLETES AND TEAM OFFICIALS GUIDE v.2 sept.24th 13

9. COURSE MAPS 9.1 Swim course ATHLETES AND TEAM OFFICIALS GUIDE v.2 sept.24th 14

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9.4 Transition Area ATHLETES AND TEAM OFFICIALS GUIDE v.2 sept.24th 17

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