1. |
Swim Caps |
A competitor must wear the swim cap provided
by the race organization. |
2. |
Helmets |
Helmets are compulsory and must be ANSI/SNELL approved
and, chin straps must be fastened anytime the athlete is
in possession of the bicycle.
This means that before the
bike is removed from the rack, the chin strap must be fastened
and remain fastened until the bike is placed back on the
racks. |
3. |
Bicycles |
Riding of bicycles in the transition zone is strictly
prohibited at all times. |
4. |
Assistance |
Competitors may not receive assistance at any time during
the race, or in the transition zone.
* This excludes medical
or safety assistance given by designated race volunteers
or qualified staff. |
5. |
Drafting |
Drafting of another competitor or motor vehicle is prohibited
on the bike course. The draft zone surrounding each competitor
measures 5 metres X 2 metres from the front edge of the front
wheel.
Competitors have 15 seconds to pass through this zone
when overtaking another athlete. |
6. |
Blocking |
Cyclists should keep to the right at all times, unless
passing. Alert fellow cyclists of your intention to pass
by saying, "on your left". |
7. |
Race Course |
Competitors must follow the prescribed course route in
all segments of the race as defined by the race organization. |
8. |
Race Instructions |
It is the Competitor's responsibility to read all supplied
information given in the race kits, posted at the race site
and listen to verbal announcements given by the Race Director
and Race Officials. |
9. |
Unsportsmanlike Conduct |
Verbal or physical abuse of officials and race volunteers
is not acceptable or tolerated. |
10. |
Torsos |
All athletes must have their torsos covered on the bike and
run portions of the event. Bib numbers must be visible on the
bike and run courses. |
