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2021 ATHLETE INFORMATION GUIDE SPRINT DISTANCE NON-DRAFTING https://mooloolabatri.com.au/ mooloolabatri@ironman.com V2 uploaded 7 March 2021 Ph: 1300 761 384 1
CONTENTS PAGE Section Page Section Page COVID Safe – Return to Racing 3 Race Day Post Race 24 Race Director Message 5 Results Lost & Found Property Race Rules 6 Swim Course 26-27 Welcome Message 8 Bike Course 28 Event Schedule 10-11 Run Course 30 Athlete Check List 13 Presentations 31 Race Kit 14 Additional Information 32 Pre Race Information 15-16 Volunteers Venue Official Event App Athlete Check-In Sport & Lifestyle Expo Timing Chip Merchandise Bike Mechanics Spectators Race Director Update Get Social Pre Race Training Parking Event Partners Changed Traffic Conditions Shuttle Bus Gear Bag Drop / Collection 17 Gear Bag Transition Pre Race 18 Bike Racking Transition Race Day 19 Helmet Check Gear Set Up Bike Pumps Transition Race Day 19 Bike Collection Aid Stations 21 Race Day Information 23-24 Cut Off Times Contingency Plan Race Day Services Finish Line Photo Recovery Process & Area 2
COVID SAFE - RETURN TO RACING In an effort to make racing at Mooloolaba Triathlon ONCE I ARRIVE (PRE RACE) as safe and risk free as possible, whilst still delivering an exceptional race day experience has meant we ❑ Athlete QR Codes will be provided 1 week prior have made some changes to our event day to event and scanned at multiple points operations as per our COVID Safe Event Plan. throughout Check-In. ❑ Athletes may be required to undergo Below is a summary of the key measures we are a basic health screening at the start of Athlete implementing this year. However, please thoroughly Check-in. For further information on screening read the entire AIG. click here OVERALL TRANSITION ❑ If you or a close contact have COVID-19 symptoms ❑ Increased Transition space available for athletes ( click here for list of symptoms) from 28 January between bikes, rows and entry / exits up to and including race day 13-14 March, please do not attend the event. Contact us at SWIM mooloolabatri@ironman.com or 1300 761 384 by ❑ Swim Starts are athlete only areas 3:00pm Sunday 14 March to discuss your event entry options. Requests received after this time AID STATIONS will not be considered. ❑ Athletes are encouraged to be self-reliant on ❑ Hand washing or sanitising stations are available course, carrying their own hydration and nutrition at event points of entry during competition. Aid stations are available for ❑ Physical distancing is everybody’s responsibility. additional support and re-supply 1.5m marked spacing and signage will be installed ❑ Hydration will be provided in single serve in support takeaway cups at all other stations ❑ Massage services will no longer be available at the event FINISH LINE/RECOVERY ❑ Athletes are asked to engage in contactless finish PRE EVENT line celebrations ❑ All individuals are asked to please download and ❑ Hydration and nutrition products will be provided turn on the Commonwealth Government COVID- in single serve or original packaging takeaway 19 app prior to attending the event options and spaced on tables for ❑ Individuals are discouraged from car-pooling with contactless collection by athletes. anyone from outside of their immediate ❑ Athletes will be asked to remove their own timing household chip prior to exiting recovery. ❑ Check-In and bike racking will be by appointment ❑ Athletes are asked to leave the event site as soon only. Athletes will receive an email three weeks as possible to reduce density in this area from race day with a link to book these times. Athletes are asked to please arrive within their PRESENTATIONS appointment times ❑ Athlete Awards will be collected from the Mantra ❑ Athletes will be asked to review and update Mooloolaba. Athletes will receive a text message medical and emergency contact details prior to when awards are available for collection. arrival onsite. Athletes will receive an email three weeks from race day with instructions. 3
RACE DIRECTOR MESSAGE Hello and welcome to the 2021 Mooloolaba brand new to Mooloolaba Triathlon! Triathlon. 2020 has certainly been a year like no Whether this is your first-time racing Mooloolaba other and we’re really pleased that we’re in a Triathlon, or you are a seasoned Athlete, I hope position to be able to welcome you to the Sunshine you have a tremendous race and an enjoyable time Coast for this event. on the Sunshine Coast. The Sunshine Coast Mooloolaba Triathlon will operate under a community is ready and waiting to support you Queensland Health approved COVID Safe Event during your Mooloolaba Triathlon journey. The Plan, which has been developed in consultation towns and regions surrounding Mooloolaba are with stakeholders including several Queensland amongst the most welcoming areas on the Government departments, Sunshine Coast Council, Sunshine Coast, and I encourage you to take time Triathlon Australia and Triathlon Queensland, along to explore all that they have to offer. with event contractors and suppliers. Finally, I wish you the best of luck and hope that The approved COVID Safe Event Plan has been you enjoy your time here on the developed to manage the risks associated with the Sunshine Coast. We’re excited to welcome you into transmission of the virus. Central to the event’s our family, and I look forward to seeing you COVID Safe Event Plan is IRONMAN COVID Safe cross the finish line. Principles, which focus on tracing, education, All the Best. enhanced hygiene, density reduction, touchpoint minimisation, Athlete self-reliance and screening. This world class event encompasses everything the beautiful Sunshine Coast has to offer. A huge thanks to the Sunshine Coast Regional Council, Visit Sunshine Coast and Tourism and Events Queensland for their tremendous support. A big thanks also goes out to the local Sunshine Coast community and volunteers who play a huge part in ensuring that this event is a great success year Toby Keegan after year. Race Director We are looking forward to delivering another fantastic event in 2021 as we welcome you to the stunning beachfront town of Mooloolaba. Key course features are still in place, which will take you on a challenging and scenic journey through the Sunshine Coast. The Swim Course will again take place within pristine waters of Mooloolaba Beach. Once you’ve conquered the Swim, the Bike Course brings you out along the Sunshine Motorway before heading back into Mooloolaba. The Run Course will stretch from Mooloolaba over to Alexandra Headland giving Athletes one of most picturesque run courses in Australia. We are set and ready for another fantastic race on the Sunshine Coast and are looking forward to seeing you throughout the weekend. Please ensure that you read this Athlete Information Guide thoroughly as there is a few changes to the event as well as tune in to the Race Director Virtual Briefing which is 5
RACE RULES The event is sanctioned by Triathlon Australia RUN All Athletes should read and understand the race Section 4 rules and penalties prior to race day. Below highlights some of the race rules. 4.1 A competitor may not crawl. Triathlon Australia Race Competition Rules 2020/2021 4.2 A competitor may not run with a bare torso or without shoes on any part of the run course of an GENERAL event. Section1 4.4 A competitor cannot be accompanied by any non- 1.1 Competitors must competing athletes, team members, team managers or other pacemakers on the course or alongside the j. not use any equipment that will distract the athlete course. A competitor cannot be accompanied by any from paying full attention to their surroundings: non-competing person in the finish chute (unless an Athletes may not use communication devices of any exception has been issued by the use of a special rule type, including but not limited to mobile phones, approved by the sanctioning officer or Technical smart watches, headphones and two-way radios, in Delegate). any distractive manner during the competition. m. not discard any equipment on the course, except at the approved dedicated locations; PROTESTS Section 7 SWIM A competitor may file a protest with the Race Referee provided that the matter under Section 2 consideration has not previously been ruled upon by 2.1 When wetsuits are allowed, they must comply the Race Referee. A protest cannot be made on any with the definition in Appendix A matter involving a judgment call by a Technical 2.7 Competitors must not use: Official. Matters relating to the lodging and a. artificial propulsion devices; consideration of protests are explained in Appendix G – Protest Procedures. b. flotation devices; c. swimwear that covers the hands or feet, except COMPETITION AGE socks may be used when wetsuits are mandatory Appendix C 2.8 Swimskins may be worn and need to meet the same requirements as a race suit. Please see Age determination for all categories is determined by definition of a Race Suit in Appendix A. age on December 31st during the season of the triathlon competition. For the 2021 Mooloolaba Triathlon age is as of 31 BIKE December 2020 Section 3 3.1 A competitor is not permitted to cycle without appropriate footwear or with a bare torso. 3.2 A competitor is not permitted to make any forward progress without the bicycle and all of its component parts. 3.9 For all events with a cycling distance up to and including the standard distance, the bicycle or motorcycle draft zone is a distance of 10 metres. The front edge of the front bicycle or motorcycle wheel defines the start of the draft zone. Competitors have 20 seconds to pass through this zone. Also, see Clause 3.11 (g) 6
WELCOME MESSAGE MAYORAL WELCOME MOOLOOLABA TRIATHLON 2021 Sunshine Coast Council is pleased to support the 2021 Mooloolaba Triathlon and extends a warm welcome to participants and supporters. Our Sunshine Coast is widely recognised as the natural home of triathlon – and our Council’s long standing, extensive support for well over a decade for this event is testament to the value we place on providing this opportunity in our region. I know that as well as enjoying the competition, you’ll love looking around the Sunshine Coast and taking in our world-class beaches, our beautiful hinterland and the wide array of attractions on offer. Our Sunshine Coast also has plenty to offer when it comes to local produce, craft beer, fine cuisine and seafood to tempt your tastebuds after your efforts. To all competitors, I wish you the best of luck in whichever events you have chosen to test your skills during this year’s program. With best regards MAYOR MARK JAMIESON 8
EVENT SCHEDULE Event Schedule is up to date as at 15/2/2021and is subject to change. View the Event Schedule online and on the Mooloolaba Triathlon App for the most up todate Information. FRIDAY 12 MARCH 2021 Time Event Location 12:00pm- Multi Storey Carpark, The Wharf, Event Information Open 7:00pm River Esplanade 12:00pm- Multi Storey Carpark, The Wharf, Mooloolaba Sport & Lifestyle Expo Open 7:00pm River Esplanade 12:00pm- Multi Storey Carpark, The Wharf, Merchandise Store Open 7:00pm River Esplanade 12:00pm- Mooloolaba Triathlon Check In- Standard and Sprint Distance Multi Storey Carpark, The Wharf, 7:00pm Athletes – (MUST BE PRE BOOKED) River Esplanade 1:00pm- Mooloolaba Triathlon Bike Racking – Sprint Non-Drafting (MUST BE Parkyn Parade Park, Parkyn Parade 7:30pm PRE BOOKED) SATURDAY 13 MARCH 2021 Time Event Location 4:30am- Lady Musgrave Drive, Mountain Event Shuttle Service 5:30pm Creek to River Esplanade 5:30am - Parkyn Parade Park, Parkyn Transition Help Desk Open 7:00am Parade 5:30am - Parkyn Parade Park, Parkyn Sprint Non-Drafting - Transition Open 6:45am Parade 5:30am - Mooloolaba Triathlon Bike Racking – Sprint Non-Drafting (MUST BE Parkyn Parade Park, Parkyn 6:30am PRE BOOKED - LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE – MUST CHECK-IN FRIDAY) Parade 5:30am - Parkyn Parade Park, Parkyn Gear Drop Open - Sprint Non-Drafting 10:30am Parade 6:15am - Event Information Open Beach Terrace 11:00am 6:45am Mooloolaba Triathlon Sprint Non-Drafting - RACE START Main Beach, Mooloolaba 9:30am - Parkyn Parade Park, Parkyn Transition Open for Bike Check Out - Sprint Non-Drafting 10:30am Parade 9:00am- Multi Storey Carpark, The Wharf, Mooloolaba Sport and Lifestyle Expo Open 5:00pm River Esplanade 9:00am- Multi Storey Carpark, The Wharf, Merchandise Store Open 5:00pm River Esplanade 9:00am- Multi Storey Carpark, The Wharf, Event Information Open 5:00pm River Esplanade 9:00am- Mooloolaba Triathlon Check In - Standard and Sprint Draft-Legal Multi Storey Carpark, The Wharf, 5:00pm Athletes - (MUST BE PRE BOOKED) River Esplanade 10:00am- Pacific Room, Mantra Mooloolaba, Award Collection - please wait until notified to collect 12:00pm Venning Street Mooloolaba Triathlon Bike Racking – Standard and Sprint Draft- 11:00am- Parkyn Parade Park, Parkyn Legal Athletes (MUST BE PRE BOOKED - ALL BIKES MUST BE RACKED 5:30pm Parade TODAY) 10 Event Schedule continued over page
EVENT SCHEDULE Event Schedule is up to date as at 15/2/2021and is subject to change. View the Event Schedule online and on the Mooloolaba Triathlon App for the most up todate Information. SUNDAY 14 MARCH 2021 Time Event Location 4:30am- Lady Musgrave Drive, Mountain Event Shuttle Service 5:30pm Creek to River Esplanade 5:00am- Transition Help Desk Open Parkyn Parade Park, Parkyn Parade 11:15am 5:00am- Gear Drop Open Parkyn Parade Park, Parkyn Parade 2:00pm 5:00am- Individual Transition Open Parkyn Parade Park, Parkyn Parade 6:15am 5:00am- Teams Transition Open Parkyn Parade Park, Parkyn Parade 11:15am 6:15am Mooloolaba Triathlon Sprint Draft-Legal - RACE START Main Beach, Mooloolaba 6:30am- Event Information Open Beach Terrace, Mooloolaba 2:00pm 6:35am Australian Elite Standard Championship - RACE START Main Beach, Mooloolaba 6:45am Mooloolaba Triathlon - Individual RACE START Main Beach, Mooloolaba 8:30am - Transition Open for Bike Check Out - Sprint Draft-Legal Parkyn Parade Park, Parkyn Parade 10:00am 8:40am Mooloolaba Triathlon Teams RACE START Main Beach, Mooloolaba 11:20am- Transition Open for Bike Check Out - Standard Distance Parkyn Parade Park, Parkyn Parade 2:00pm 11:00am- Pacific Room, Mantra Mooloolaba, Award Collection - please wait until notified to collect 3:00pm Venning Street 11
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ATHLETE CHECK LIST PRE EVENT RACE DAY ❑ Book/confirm accommodation & flights (if ❑ Ensure you have all items for your race including, applicable) helmet, timing chip & wetsuit/trisuit ❑ Ensure event registration is confirmed (check for ❑ Enter Transition for last minute checks, set up confirmation email) gear & drop off bike pump (if relevant) ❑ Familiarise yourself with event schedule (know all ❑ Drop off gear bag (if relevant) check- in/drop off times) ❑ Start the race - be at the start line at least 15 ❑ Ensure you have booked your appointment time minutes prior to your start time for Athlete Check-In and bike racking. You will ❑ Finish the race receive an email three weeks from race day with a ❑ Recover link to book these times ❑ Collect your items – gear bag, bike pump, bike ❑ Review/update of medical & emergency contact details check. You will receive an email three weeks from race day with instructions. POST RACE ❑ Pack photo ID in your luggage ❑ If an award winner – collect award from Mantra Mooloolaba once you receive your text ❑ Familiarise yourself with the course - it is your responsibility to know this on race day ❑ Check athlete list online & on event app note: web list won't be updated after 8 February 2021. Event app will be updated at close of Check-In prior to race day. If any details are wrong contact us via email mooloolabatri@ironman.com or phone 1300 761 384 ❑ONCE I ARRIVE (PRE RACE) ❑ Familiarise yourself with the event venue and key areas (Check-In, bike racking, swim start & finish line) ❑ Familiarise yourself with road closures ❑ Check-In and collect race kit. ❑ Rack bike ❑ Pack items for race day ❑ Teams – Familarise yourself with team transition entry point 13
RACE KIT 5 1 6 2 8 4 7 9 3 RACE KIT COLOURS 5. GEAR BAG Red – Sprint Non-Drafting Place items required for post race (collected in the recovery area). Drop off race morning. Must use bag supplied. 1. RACE BIB NUMBER 6. BIKE SEAT POST STICKER Worn on the front and attach with race belt (supplied by athlete) or safety pins (available at Event Information). Do Place this sticker around the seat post with the number not fold or alter race bib number facing backwards to be read from the side. Attach prior to bike racking. 2. ATHLETE WRISTBAND Your Category Group is listed on this sticker and will Secured at Athlete Check-In and must be worn at match your swim cap colour, this is your start group. all times until after presentations. The IRONMAN Please ensure your bike rack area matches the Group will not allow access into colour/number of your Category Group athlete restricted areas without athletes wearing their wristband 7. HELMET STICKER NO WRISTBAND = NO ACCESS Place sticker on front of helmet. Attach prior to helmet check on race day. 3. TATTOOS 8. BIKE PUMP STICKER Number Tattoo: Place on right bicep Place sticker on bike pump prior to drop off on Application: Apply by peeling the clear film off, placing race day. the tattoo face-down on your right arm, firmly pressing 9. GEAR BAG STICKER the paper side with a damp cloth or sponge, holding for 60 seconds and gently peel back the paper Remove sticker from backing sheet wrap the label around the string on the bottom right hand corner of your gear Tattoos are compulsory to wear. In the case bag and stick securely your tattoo becomes faulty please see the onto the back of itself. Event Information Staff who will be able to provide direction on how to write your number/letter on with a permanent marker. 4. SWIM CAP Provided swim cap, must be worn during swim leg. If wearing another cap, the official cap must be worn on top. Swim caps are Latex. 14
PRE RACE INFORMATION VENUE TIMING CHIP Pick Up: Your Timing Chip will be located in the envelope of your Race Kit Hot Tip: Place the timing chip somewhere safe after collection. E.g., with your helmet Drop Off: Timing chips will be collected within Recovery. Please remove your own timing chip and give to volunteers. Lost During Race: If you lose your timing chip during the race, inform Event Staff within Transition, so that timing providers can do their best to replace the chip. Drop Out: If you do not start the race or pull out of the race, please return the timing chip to a drop out clerk located at Event Information or if unable to reach this location to an Event Staff member. Where possible only hand to an official Event Staff member not a volunteer. Lost Timing Chips: If your timing chip is not returned or is lost, you will be charged $150AUD for a replacement. ATHLETE CHECK-IN See page 10-11 for time and location. We will be operating Check-In by appointment only. You will receive an email three weeks from race day with a link to book these times. All packs will need to be collected during Athlete Check-In opening hours. Please note, no packs will be posted out prior to the event. What you will need to bring: • Photo ID (drivers licence or passport) • QR Code Who can collect?: Only the person registered can pick up their race kit at Check-In. Please note that it is not permitted for someone else to compete under your name or for you to compete under someone else’s name. This will result in suspension from your State Triathlon Association and banning both parties from future IRONMAN Oceania/Multisport Triathlon Races. 15
PRE RACE INFORMATION BIKE MECHANICS PARKING Cyclezone Mooloolaba will be available at the Parking will be on surrounding local streets (please Mooloolaba Sport & Lifestyle Expo Friday and ensure that you are aware of the any parking Saturday for all pre-race bike mechanic services. A restrictions and changed traffic conditions). limited ‘emergency service’ will be available in transition on Saturday between 5:00am – 4:30pm CHANGED TRAFFIC CONDTITIONS Note: There is no technical support available on Please take time to make yourself aware of all course. changed traffic conditions for yourself and all athletes on race day. RACE DIRECTOR UPDATE View CTC Flyer A virtual Race Director update will be available via our Facebook Page. This will include a high level overview of the event. SHUTTLE BUS A shuttle bus will run between Mountain Creek State PRE RACE TRAINING High School and River Esplanade. When you are on the road cycling or running, This service will run approximately every 30 minutes. remember all the rules of the road apply. Do not ride two abreast on narrow road sections and obey Saturday 13 March: 4:30am – 5:30pm all traffic rules. Being a competitor does not Sunday 14 March: 4:30am – 5:30pm exempt you from the law. Be courteous to motorists. Wearing your helmet whilst cycling is compulsory in Queensland and Police can issue on the spot fines for breach of this law. Make sure you lock your bike whenever you leave it. Swim: There are many greats pools on the Sunshine Coast, if you choose to swim at the beach, remember to swim between the flags Bike: Remember to obey the road rules and do not ride two abreast on narrow road sections. Be courteous to motorists. Wearing your helmet whilst cycling is compulsory in Australia and Police can issue on-the-spot fines for breach of this law. Lock your bike whenever you leave it (unless it's during bike racking). Run: Run on footpaths where possible and do not run more than two abreast. 16
GEAR BAG DROP / COLLECTION GEAR BAG Your gear bag consists of any clothes you require post-race and is collected from the Gear Drop Area. The bag provided to you during Athlete Check-In must be used as your gear bag. No other bag will be accepted. Please ensure that you have the gear bag sticker (located in your race kit) clearly stuck to the bottom of the handle. The Gear Drop is outdoors so please ensure that your valuables are protected from the elements within you Gear Bag. Examples Include: • Warm clothing (jumper, tracksuit pants) • Different footwear Please refrain from placing any valuables in your bag where possible. View page 10-11 for times and locations. BAG DROP OFF LOCATION USE DURING RACE POST RACE COLLECTION When: Saturday 13 March, When: Post Race Saturday 13 March until from 5:30am 10:30am GEAR BAG No Use Location: Gear Drop – Location: Gear Drop – Parkyn Parade Parkyn Parade When: Saturday 13 March, When: Post Race Saturday 13 March until from 5:30am 10:30am BIKE PUMPS No Access during race. Location: Gear Drop – Location: Gear Drop – Parkyn Parade Parkyn Parade Note: When you collect your bike post race, gear bags and bike pumps should be collected at the same time. 17
TRANSITION Covers: No full bike covers will be allowed PRE RACE for overnight racking. These will be removed and can be collected at Event Information (lost & found). BIKE RACKING Note: No Helmets are to be left overnight as View the event schedule (page 10-11) for times a compulsory helmet check is conducted on and location. race morning. Prior to Entry: • Attend Athlete Check-In • Secure bike seat post sticker Bike Checks: • Conducted by Triathlon Australia upon entry • You, the athlete are responsible for your bike being in safe working order • Inspectors will be checking for such thing as: - End plugs on handle bars - Tyres in reasonable condition - Stripped cabling - At least one water bottle cage - Brakes in working order - Compliance with Triathlon Australia Competition Rules How to Rack your Bike: Rack your bike by the handlebars. On race morning you may change your bike to be racked by the seat, front wheel facing outward from the rack. 18
TRANSITION RACE DAY POST RACE HELMET CHECK BIKE COLLECTION Triathlon Australia officials will be conducting View the event schedule on page 10-11 for collection compulsory helmet checks as you enter the times. Ensure you are aware of the closing time as, Transition area. Please ensure you have your helmet after this time Transition will become unsecure. on and secured (with your helmet sticker on the front When collecting your bike, please ensure all gear of your helmet) prior to entering Transition. bags and bike pumps are collected at the same time. Your helmet may be placed either on your bike or on the ground beside bike Competitors are responsible for ensuring that their bike helmet is in a safe working order, prior to presenting them at Transition. See Triathlon Australia Race Competition Rules. GEAR SET UP All items required for your bike and run legs will be set up on race morning at your bike. Please note no bags/tubs are to be used or left in transition and all bags will be removed if left. Gear may include: Bike Run Bike shoes (or on bike) Running Shoes (compulsory) Helmet Race bib number (compulsory) Sunglasses Sunglasses Towel Hat/Visor Socks Socks Change of clothes Change of clothes Nutrition and fluids (or on Nutrition and fluids bike) BIKE PUMPS Bike pump drop off will be available on race morning at the Gear Drop Area and can be collected post event from the Gear Drop Area. Please ensure your bike pump is labelled using the sticker within your race kit. All bike pumps which aren’t collected during bike collection times will be donated. 19
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AID STATIONS BIKE LITTER ZONE Process: Keep left when approaching a run aid station. If you There will be a designated litter zone on the bike do not require any product from a run aid station course where you will be able to dispose of litter please stay to the right of the roadway. There will be without being penalised. The Litter Zone will be signs along the aid station listing what is on offer. located 50m on either side of the turnaround on Athletes will collect their own items from the aid Sunshine Motorway. If you do not follow these rules station. Once items have been collected, please you will be penalised with a Stop/Start penalty on the proceed to continue the race or move aside to bike. ensure no blocking of fellow athletes. RUN AID STATIONS AID STATION LAYOUT There will be 2 aid stations on the run course at Mooloolaba Esplanade (outbound) and Alexander Headland Surf Club (both outbound and inbound) DISCARD Will offer: • Water TOILET • PURE Electrolyte –Superfruits • Sunscreen WATER • Toilets Aid Station KM Markers ELECTROLYTE • 1km ELECTROLYTE • 3km WATER • 3.5km TOILET DISCARD DISCARD DROP ZONES Please discard any unwanted items post the discard zone start sign and pre the discard zone finish sign. Anything discarded outside this area will be penalised. 21
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RACE DAY INFORMATION CUT OFF TIMES CONTIGENCY PLAN Below cut off times provide absolute cut off locations If/when the contingency plan needs to be and time of day based on the predicted last starter at implemented you will be notified by the Race time of publishing this document. Director. This will be communicated by the event app or by the commentator. Swim – 8:15am RACE DAY SERVICES Athletes must complete the swim by 8:15am, 25 minutes after the last schedule start at 7:50am Medical (final start as per website). A first aid provider will be engaged to provide first aid at all events operated by The IRONMAN Group. Bike – 9:17am All cyclists must have completed the cycle by First aid will be positioned in a variety of locations. 9:17am. Any cyclists unable to reach this cut off will The exact positions of first aid stations can be viewed be removed from the course and collected by event via the course maps. Athletes are responsible for any costs incurred as a result of a medical incident, this SAG wagons. includes but is not limited to ambulance transfers, Run – 10:05am hospital stays, specialist treatment; it is therefore strongly advised that all athletes hold adequate All runners are required to be off the course by personal insurance. Australian residents are 10:05am. Every effort will be made to allow you to recommended to hold valid private health insurance run to the finish line however you may be asked to (inclusive of ambulance cover) whilst international move onto the footpath in order to allow the athletes are strongly advised to have adequate travel scheduled reopening of roads. or personal insurance that will provide coverage for participation in an IRONMAN Group event. Athletes Should an athlete be unable to reach one of these cut are responsible for understanding the terms and off times, they will no longer be able to continue conditions of insurances held. racing. Race results will be classified as a Did Not SAG wagon Finish (DNF). Event Personnel will assist in transporting the athlete back to the event precinct The SAG Wagon will collect athletes who are unable via sag wagons. to complete the event or are unable to finish within the course cut-off time. Collected athletes will be In addition to the above cut off times, athletes may transported back to the event venue. be cut-off at any time based on the Race Directors discretion and judgement. Reasons for this may Should you require a SAG Wagon at any time, please include, but are not limited to; medical, contingency, wave down a motorbike official and they will contact logistical and or race rule violations. In the situation IRONMAN for SAG Wagon deployment. Alternatively of one or more legs (swim, bike, run) being modified advise volunteers at the Nearest aid station. under contingency scenarios, the Race Director also Please Note: delays in SAG Wagon transport are reserves the right to announce new cut off times. expected. To assist with a prompt response, please do not move from your reported location once a SAG Wagon has been requested as this could affect their ability to locate and transport you. 23
RACE DAY INFORMATION FINISH LINE PHOTO POST RACE FinisherPix is the official event photographer. RESULTS How to Get your Best Photos: Results can be viewed at the following locations: • Ensure your helmet sticker visible on the FRONT • Mooloolaba Triathlon App of your bike helmet. • Event website - • Keep your race bib number visible on the FRONT https://mooloolabatri.com.au/athlete-info/latest- of your body during the run and whilst entering results/ the finish line. • Smile and celebrate when you cross the finish • Finishers Certificate – line! Don’t worry about touching your watch, the www.multisportaustralia.com.au timing company will ensure an accurate record of No access to online services? Visit our Event your achievement. Information who can assist. • Smile and have your photo taken with your finisher medal and towel at the photo wall LOST & FOUND PROPERTY available within recovery Any lost or found property that is handed in will be Your personal race photos will be available within 24- taken to the Event Information. You can lodge your 48hrs after the race at www.finisherpix.com. own lost items here: RECOVERY PROCESS & AREA After passing the finish line arch, You will then follow the recovery process and have the below available to you: • Timing chip removal • Medical support (if required) • Official finisher photo by FinisherPix Important: before exiting, please ensure all relevant nutrition and items have been collected. There is a no re-entry policy so make sure you are comfortable before you exit. THE POST FINISH RECOVERY AREA WILL OFFER: Alternatively view the event schedule (page 10-11) for times and location. • Water Please note: that no responsibility or liability is taken • PURE Electrolyte hydration – Lemon/Lime by the Race Organisers for lost property. • Banana All lost property will be held for 30days post event. After this time all left over items will be donated to charity. For any enquiries after the event please contact IRONMAN on 1300 761 384 or mooloolabatri@ironman.com 24
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SWIM COURSE 750m Cut off – 8:15am WETSUIT RUILING WARM UP SWIM Above 22°C 14°C to Swim warm-up if required must take place off to the 22°C Non- right of the swim course. wetsuit Below Wetsuit Swim 14°C Optional PARATRIATHLETE SWIM START Wetsuit Mandatory Paratriathletes will be communicated to by the Race Director of their start time and process. If you are a Paratriathlete and require support, please contact us at mooloolabatri@ironman.com or Wetsuits will be optional if the water temperature is on 1300 761 384 below 22 degrees Celsius and mandatory if the water temperature is below 14 degrees Celsius. ROLLING CATEGORY START See race rules on page x for more information. A provisional wetsuit ruling will be posted at The swim start will be a rolling category start format. Athlete Check-In and Event Information on Saturday Within each category, athletes will seed themselves from 11am. The official wetsuit ruling will be based upon their own projected swim times. Self- announced race morning by the commentary team. seeding will be based on your individual abilities according to your expected finish time. Within each rolling category start there will be 4 start zones. You can avoid being overtaken by stronger swimmers by seeding yourself with athletes of a similar skill and ability level. The four Start Zones are: • Zone 1. Under 13 minutes • Zone 2. Between 13 - 17 minutes • Zone 3. Between 17 – 21 minutes • Zone 4. Over 21 minutes The rolling category start will continue from zone 1 to zone 4 with Athletes being released at intervals, across the start line and timing mat. Athletes official individual race time will start when they cross the clearly marked start line/timing mat on the beach. The next category start will then self-seed into the 4 start zones and this process will be repeated until all category starts have commenced the swim. Click here to view Swim Start Times 26
SWIM COURSE 750m COURSE COURSE MAP The Mooloolaba Swim starts 800m south of ‘Loo with a View’ so please allow 15 minutes to walk to the start. Competitors and athletes are asked to keep the swim start area clear. All competitors must be at the swim marshalling area 15 minutes prior to their start. You must follow the swim buoys precisely; any short cuts will result in disqualification. SWIM SAFETY Water safety personnel and craft will be located on the water during the swim. They will have relevant equipment and are there to support you should you require. At any time should you require the assistance of water safety please raise one arm into the air and they will come to your aid. Should at any point in time you decide to abandon the swim, you will be taken to one of the swim extraction points. At this point in time, if required you will be checked over by medical and your timing band removed. If your timing band has been removed, do not attempt to re- enter the race. SWIM CAPS All swim caps provided will be latex based. In the case you are allergic, please contact us mooloolabatri@ironman.com or via 1300 761 384. Click here to view Category swim cap colours. 27
BIKE COURSE 20km Cut off – 9:17am COURSE MAP COURSE It is a 20km, 3 lap bike course, Athletes will cycle up and over Alexander Headlands, heading north to Maroochydore before heading back to Mooloolaba to complete one lap. The Next Lap/Finish decision point will be at the Corner of Brisbane Rd & First Ave. The course may be influenced by winds. TRAFFIC Event vehicle and personal vehicles/motorbikes will be out on course during the event. PENALTY BOX There will be one penalty box located at Transition 28
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ASICS RUN COURSE 5km Cut off – 10:05am COURSE MAP COURSE It is a 5km out and back course, athletes will run the one-lap course in a clockwise direction over to Alexandra Headlands, taking in some of the most scenic coastal views of the Sunshine Coast. 30
PRESENTATIONS PRESENTATIONS TRICLUB AWARDS All awards will be available for collection at the The top 3 TriClubs overall of the day will be awarded. Mantra Mooloolaba. Winners will be contact via text For more information on the TriClub Awards and message to collect their award. Please do not attend program visit here. collection until you have received your text. • Each category will be awarded 1st- 3rd place medals If you are a place-getter in your category and are unable to stay and collect your award, you will need to contact the IRONMAN office within two weeks of the event to arrange collection of your medal. You will be able to collect your prize from the IRONMAN office or alternatively have your medal posted to you, at your expense. 31
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION VOLUNTEERS SPECTATORS The 2021 Mooloolaba Triathlon requires the support Mooloolaba Triathlon will operate under a QLD of over 500 Volunteers in order to deliver the event. Health approved COVID Safe Event Plan. Key details include: Our team of Volunteers will contribute a combined • Everyone should download and turn on the total of around 3,000 hours to assist, support and Australian Government COVIDSafe App. motivate you from the start to the finish of your Mooloolaba Triathlon. • Do not come to the event if you are unwell or have been in contact with somebody who is sick. We encourage you to say THANK YOU to the • Regularly clean hands at hand wash and sanitation Volunteers whenever possible! They love it when they are appreciated by our athletes and without the stations. Volunteers, we simply would not be able to run any • Support crew and spectators are discouraged from IRONMAN Group events. attending this year’s event. Instead, track athletes virtually via our event app. If you do come to the OFFICIAL EVENT APP event, please respect any direction given by security guards or event staff to maintain physical distancing of 1.5m. The Mooloolaba Triathlon app has everything you need to know as an athlete or a spectator. Available for both iPhone and android, the app GET SOCIAL includes live athlete tracking, race leaderboard, race results, course maps and event schedule. https://www.facebook.com/MooTri/ • Update it to get the latest race info. https://www.instagram.com/mooloolabatri/ • Track the athletes live throughout the course, ?hl=en including their time splits. #MooTri • Live leaderboard to keep you up front with who’s in the lead. And you can filter by age group. See you soon, • It’s super easy to find and create your own list the Mooloolaba Tri Team of your fav athletes to follow. • You can receive notifications when the athletes you're following cross key race points. • Check out the final results post-race. • Always know where you are and want to be with interactive maps. • Event info and clear schedules ensure you know what’s going on, where and when. Get all the race info and updates in your pocket. Download the Mooloolaba Triathlon App now! 32
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