AGE GROUP & COLLEGIATE NON- DRAFT SPRINT PRE- RACE INFORMATION Dear 2015 Racer, On behalf of our entire team, we welcome you to the Sarasota Bradenton Triathlon. You are taking part in an exciting two- day event that will host some of the best triathletes in the country and world. We are excited to have you in the race field. Our team is working hard with the final preparations to ensure a safe and fun race. Enclosed in this pre- race package you will find important information about registration, parking, and other race logistics. Please print this and take a moment to review. Also, if you are in town on Saturday, March 14 th we highly encourage you to attend the ITU elite races to see some fast competition (see the race timeline on our website for information if you plan to attend these events). In additiona, following your event on Sunday, the elites will come back to race in an action packed mixed relay format so plan to stick around to see this race as well. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us directly at 617-515- 5929. We look forward to seeing you! Many thanks, Bill Burnett Founder and Race Director Streamline Events, LLC www.sarasotatri.com
RACE DAY LOGISTICS SUNDAY, MARCH 15 Packet Pick Up The race will offer packet pick up for age group non- draft athletes on race day only there is no pre- race packet pick up. Please be at the venue no later than 7:15 AM on Sunday, March 15. From there you will pick up your race numbers, timing chip, and rack your bike. The age group non- drafting race will start at 8:30 AM with a pre- race meeting at 8:10 AM. All participants must show a photo ID. Race Numbers The following items will help identify you during the race: Bib Number Body Marking a volunteer will mark your arm and leg with your race number. Bike Frame Number must be attached so the number is visible from both sides of your bike. Bike Helmet Number The Timing Chip must be worn on one of your ankles during the entire event. NEED A HOTEL? A list of hotels the area can be found here www.sarasotatri.com CONTACT If you need to contact the Race Director for any critical questions please call Bill Burnett at 617-515- 5929 or email at bill@streamlinevents.com
DIRECTIONS TO THE RACE VENUE NATHAN BENDERSON PARK (a more detailed map can be found on our website) Non- Draft Sprint Race 2015 Sarasota Bradenton Triathlon
Please see adhere to the following schedule: RACE DAY TIMELINE AND PARKING SUNDAY, MARCH 15 7:15 AM Please be parked and in the venue at this time. Parking is $5 per car (cash only) 7:00 8:00 AM Athlete packet pick up. Rack bikes in transition area 8:10 AM Transition Area Closes 8:10 AM Pre- race meeting for ALL athletes at the race venue 8:20 AM 5 minute (max) swim warm up (optional) 8:30 AM Race Starts there will be two waves leaving 3-4 minutes apart. Wave #1 Collegiates & Physically Challenged Athletes Wave #2 All Age Groupers (men and women combined all ages) Award Ceremony We will recognize the following finishers Top 3 Overall Collegiate Men Top 3 Overall Collegiate Women Top 3 Overall Age Group Men 49 and younger Top 3 Overall Age Group Women 49 and younger Top 3 Overall Age Group Men 50 and over Top 3 Overall Age Group Women 50 and over Note: all results will be sent to USA Triathlon for Age Group rankings
COURSE INFORMATION 750 meter swim / 20k bike (THREE LOOPS) / 5k run (TWO LOOPS) The entire race course is closed to traffic. The 750- meter swim will start time a dock start. The water temperature is currently 66 degrees Fahrenheit. Wetsuits are optional. Athletes will complete ONE loop of the swim course. Following the swim, the race will take athletes on a THREE loop bike course on a well paved and fast road. After completing the 20k bike course, athletes will complete TWO loops of the run course. The bike and run courses are in a counter clockwise direction. There will be one water station at the race venue. NOTE: You must finish the entire course in less than two hours. Please go to www.sarasotatri.com to download a file of the course map. You are more then welcome to practice at the venue you are cycling and running at your own risk. Note: part of the course is on a road that will be shut down during race day. You may swim as well. No lifeguards will be on duty. Convenient parking at the race venue is available for $5 per car (cash only).
OTHER INFORMATION Remember to Bring your ID Remember to bring your ID to packet pick up. No ID = no race packet. No exceptions. Bring Sunscreen. Athletes and spectators should be prepared that there is little shelter from the sun (or weather). Bring sunscreen, hats, etc. Post Race Food. Athletes will have access to food and beverage following the race. Caterer food will also be available for spectators available. Easy Exit Access. You will be able to leave the park anytime using the main entrance, but plan to stick around after your event to see the elites race!
A Message from the Head Referee to all age- group NON- DRAFT competitors Welcome to this USA Triathlon sanctioned event. You are racing under the USAT Competitive Rules. In order to minimize misunderstandings on race day, I hope you will take the time to read the following summary of Position Violations, which you know as the drafting rules. I have reduced the Position Rules to the following concepts, which everyone can remember: 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. Remember 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 who then decides 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 of Position penalties. Marshals commonly cite the following 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 re- passing Drafting following a leading cyclist closer than three bike lengths and failing to pass within 15 seconds. 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. While on your bike, always have your chinstrap securely fastened - before, during and after the event! The chin strap rule is easy to follow, so don t forget that s a DQ! Remember to treat other athletes, volunteers, and officials with courtesy and consideration. Failure to do so is called Unsportsmanlike Conduct and you will be disqualified. All that being said, I hope you have a great race, lots of fun, and achieve all your goals.