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2017 Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon Athlete Guild
Table of Contents
Welcome Letter from Race Organizers
Schedule of Events
General Race Information
Athlete Responsibilities
Pre-Race Events
Race Day Information
Driving Directions
Swim Waves
Swim Course Description & Rules
Bike Course Description & Rules
Run Course Description & Rules
Duathlon Course Description & Rules
Open Division Information
USA Triathlon Rules
Medical Coverage & Insurance
Personal Safety
Post-Race Information
Awards
Volunteers
Sponsors & Partners
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Welcome to the 2017 Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon!
Dear Athletes,
We’re thrilled to welcome you to the 2017 Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon, one of the
most popular women-only triathlons in the country, now in its 12th year.
This year, Corrigan Sports Enterprises (CSE), has assumed production on this famed
race. In partnership with the Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults, we could not be
more thrilled to carry the torch for this fantastic event in our community.
Our team has worked diligently over the last year to make sure the great reputation for
the Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon is upheld and the race experience you have come to
know is not hindered, only enhanced.
We take great pride in the event we operate and this is no exception. It is an honor to
bring this event to you, the athlete, in our own community of Howard County. It is
extra special that we can share funds from this event to UCF to help fulfill their mission.
As a 501c3 nonprofit, the Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults strives to see that all
young adults and their families impacted by cancer have a voice and the resources
necessary to thrive.
We wish you a fun and successful race and thank you for choosing to participate in
our race and support the UCF mission. We hope the day leaves you feeling inspired
by the determination and perseverance of those we serve each day.
Thank you,
The Corrigan Sports Team
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Schedule of Events
All times are subject to change based on unforeseen circumstances. Please check
www.trimaryland.com and the Iron Girl Columbia Facebook page regularly for
updates.
Saturday, August 19, 2017
TIME EVENT LOCATION
10AM – 6PM
Athlete Check-In, Packet Pickup and the Nava
Health & Vitality Expo Nava Health Center Columbia
8880 McGaw Rd
Columbia, MD 21045
11AM – 7PM
Mandatory Pre-Event Bike Racking
Optional Bike and Helmet Inspections Centennial Park, Ellicott City
Transition Area
4:30PM – 7PM
Iron Prayer and Pasta Dinner
Pasta Dinner for athletes and their families
5:15p – Course Briefing by Race Director
5:45 – Speaker Corrine Baronner
6:15p – Q&A with seasoned triathletes
*FREE event, but athletes must RSVP online*
link to RSVP can be found on p. 10 and on the
Iron Girl website
Columbia Presbyterian Church
10001 Maryland 108
Columbia, MD 21044
Sunday, August 20, 2017
TIME EVENT LOCATION
4:45AM Park gates and transition area opens Centennial Park
5AM – 6:30AM Body Marking and Gear Setup Transition Area, Centennial Park
6:30AM – 6:40AM Athletes Assemble at Swim Start* Swim Start- Boat Ramp
6:30AM – 11:30AM Park Entrance Closed to Traffic Centennial Park
6:45AM Transition CLOSED – Except Relay Transition Area, Centennial Park
6:55AM National Anthem Centennial Park
7:00AM Race Start Swim Start- Boat Ramp
10:00AM Awards Presentation Celebration Village
*Swim waves listed on page 18
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General Race Information
Venue: Centennial Park, 10000 Clarksville Pike (Rt. 108), Ellicott City, MD 21043
Packet Pick-up: Nava Health Center, 8880 McGaw Rd, Columbia, MD 21045
Sanctioning: USAT Sanctioned race
Water Temperature: Typical ranges – 76 to 81 degrees Fahrenheit – This is typically
a wetsuit ILLEGAL swim
Air Temperature: Typical averages – 84 to 92 degrees Fahrenheit
Time Trial Start Format: Athletes will enter the water by age in a time trial
format (2 swimmers at a time, every 5-10 seconds).
Wetsuits: We do NOT anticipate this race to be wetsuit legal. Wetsuit usage is
allowed and encouraged for amateurs where the water temperature is equal to or
below 78 °F. For a complete list of USAT Rules and approved wetsuits please go to
http:// www.usatriathlon.org/about- multisport/rulebook.aspx
Timing:
Athletes will receive a loaned timing chip at Packet Pickup. Timing chip is to be
worn on the ankle at all times during the race. If the timing chip is lost during the
race, report to the INFO tent immediately for a replacement.
Timing chips will be removed by volunteers at the finish line. Athletes who DNF (do
not finish) must return timing chips to the timing tent at the finish line Failure to
return timing chips will result in a $75 charge to the assigned athlete.
Links to the official timing results will be posted on the Columbia Triathlon website
(www.trimaryland.com) as well as Mettle Timing’s website
(www.mettleevents.com).
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Runner Tracking
This year, friends and family will be able to track triathletes out on the course. This
is a FREE service, courtesy of Corrigan Sports Enterprises & Mettle Timing.
Use this helpful information to track your favorite athletes. The message will
provide the athlete’s time, pace and expected finish time.
You will be able to receive tracking messages on your mobile phone via text
messaging, or have posts placed on your Facebook or Twitter accounts.
Alerts are triggered when each athlete’s individual timing chip crosses a timing mat
that is part of the runner tracking system.
Sign up available here:
https://register.chronotrack.com/event/tracking/eventID/31976
Photography:
Sign up to get your Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon photos for FREE!
That’s right, this year everyone will get access to Free Race Photos! Participants will
have the ability to share all their race photos on Facebook and/or download them at no
charge after the race. You can also purchase high resolution unbranded individual
prints, race album packages or race branded products. Hi-res photos will be available by
August 27.
We encourage you to opt in early (beginning August 15) and have your Free Race
Photos post directly to your Facebook account once they go live after the race.
Beginning August 15, you will be able to sign up to take advantage of this great
opportunity to share your race experience with your friends and family. Those who opt
in to post to Facebook will be entered into drawing to win one of 10 free entries into
the 2018 Columbia Women’s Triathlon.
Be sure to stop by the finisher’s photo station just after you cross the finish line to
capture the moment!
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Inclement Weather & Disaster Policy:
There is NO rain date. We go rain or shine. In the case of inclement weather,
management reserves the right to alter/modify the race/race course to address safety
concerns. In the case of a Natural Disaster/Local Incident/Terrorist Act, there will be
No Refunds of race entry fees. Each athlete must accept any such risk of their entry
fee. Monies for charitable organizations we support have already been pledged, and
monies collected are used to develop and produce the event, including all race
supplies, staffing, and administration. We pledge to make every effort to produce a
fair, safe and exciting event. Any decision made to go forth with the race is based on
the overall event/race course safety, and is made in concert with local risk
management, police, fire & rescue, and medical personnel.
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Pre-Race Athlete Responsibilities
Athlete Check-In & Packet Pickup
Athlete check-in and packet pickup will take place on Saturday, August 19, 2017
from 10:00 am – 6:00pm at Nava Health Center located at 8880 McGaw Rd,
Columbia, MD 21045
Please note there is NO RACE DAY CHECK-IN/PACKET PICKUP. All
registered entrants, including all relay team members, MUST attend packet
pickup on Saturday in person. Per USAT rules, each participant MUST pick up
her own packet. If you do not check in during the designated check-in times
in person, you will not be able to participate in the event. All participants,
including youth (17 and under), must bring the following to packet pickup:
1. A photo ID 2. Your e-Registration card that contains your bib number. (Will be sent
out race week) 3. USAT membership card to show proof of annual membership unless you
purchased one-day USAT event insurance at the time you registered for the event.
Note if not already purchased, USAT one-day event insurance is available for
purchase at packet pickup for $15 (Adult). Annual memberships are available
for only $10 per year (Youth) or $50 per year (Adult).
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Special Notice Regarding USAT membership cards for check-in:
Athletes MUST bring proof of annual USAT membership or purchase one-day
USAT event insurance. If you purchased 1-day membership during online
registration, your confirmation email will be your receipt. Failure to do so will
disallow participation in the race.
Athletes may have purchased one-day event insurance at the time of
registration. Staff will have a list of those one-day USAT participants at check- in.
Athletes who forget their USAT membership card will have the following options:
Go to your home or hotel and retrieve your card.
1. Print a temporary membership card from the USAT membership dashboard, www.usatriathlon.org
2. Show a current membership card on a smart phone or mobile device 3. Purchase a one-day event insurance at check-in 4. Use the new USAT Membership Card App to pull up a copy of your card!
Athlete Wristband
A unique wristband will be affixed at check-in which must remain on until you
have removed your bike from transition after the race. This band will identify
you as an official participant, and allows you access to the transition area. You
will not be allowed to remove your belonging from transition without this
band in place.
This wristband will be given to you at the USAT table at bib pickup (STEP 1).
You will not be able to claim your race number (STEP 2) without this wristband.
Also, please note that no athlete will be allowed to remove their bike from
transition until the last bike returns from the course. This is estimated to be
around 11:00am.
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Pre-Race Events
Nava Health & Vitality Expo
When: Saturday, August 19, 2017 10:00am – 6:00pm
Where: Nava Health Center, 8880 McGaw Rd, Columbia, MD 21045
ALL ATHLETES MUST PICK UP THEIR OWN PACKET AT THE
EXPO!
Iron Prayer and Pasta Dinner
FREE EVENT, RSVP REQUIRED
When: Saturday, August 19, 2017
Where: Columbia Presbyterian Church
1001 Maryland 108, Columbia, MD 21044
Schedule of Events:
4:30p – Doors Open and food is available
5:00p – Introduction and Blessing
5:15p – Race Briefing and Pre-Race Course Talk with Race Director
5:45p – FCA Endurance Speaker: Corrine Baronner
6:15p – Q&A with Iron Girl Athletes
7:00p – Closing Prayer
RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/iron-prayer-and-pasta-dinner-for-
columbia-iron-girl-tickets-36366465076
*link also found on Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon website
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Mandatory Pre-Race Bike Racking & Transition Area
Protocol
When: Saturday, August 19, 2017 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Where: Centennial Park Transition Area
On Saturday, after picking up your packet, proceed to Centennial Park
transition area to rack your bike.
Please note: you MUST rack your bike on Saturday, ONLY during the
designated time. To enter the transition area, athletes must wear the
unique security wristband received at packet pickup. The transition area is
restricted to ATHLETES ONLY. Any accompanying friend, spouse, parent
or child WILL NOT BE ALLOWED into the transition area at any time.
Please make appropriate arrangements to have children supervised while
racking your bike. Once racked, your bike cannot be removed. Full
security will be provided overnight. There are no exceptions to this policy.
How to Properly Rack Your Bike
A new benefit to the race this year is the addition on T-BLOCKS transition
racks. T-BLOCKS provides an easier racking solution to racers.
Find the rack number to match your bib number. Place personal items on the
ground next to the rear wheel and rack your bike by sliding the rear wheel
into the T-BLOCKS base. These racks are adjustable to fit your wheel size.
IF you need assistance racking your bike, please see a volunteer in the
transition area.
There are NO balloons, inflatables or personal markers permitted. Please
remember your number and rack location and refer to the numbers posted on
the end of each rack.
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CSE values green, environmentally friendly initiatives, and Centennial Park
is a “leave no trace” park. If you want to protect your bike seat from
moisture overnight, consider using an old swim cap to cover the seat. The
use of plastic bags to cover bikes WILL NOT be allowed. If you choose to
place a plastic bag on your bike, staff will remove it. Bags inevitably litter
the area as they are easily blown by the wind and scattered during the
race. Likewise, balloons will not be permitted in the transition area. Our
goal is to leave the natural environment beautiful for all to enjoy.
Please note that per USAT rules, all equipment must be placed in the
properly designated and individually assigned bike corral. The wheel of the
bicycle must be down on the side of the assigned space. All participants
must return their bicycles to an upright position in their designated bicycle
corral. No person shall interfere with another participant’s equipment or
impede the progress of another participant. All handle bar ends must be
solidly plugged. No participant shall bring ANY glass containers into the
transition area. All personal trash is to be removed and disposed of by each
athlete. Please do not litter.
Bike and helmet inspection is not mandatory, but we strongly recommend
that, prior to the race, you have your bike tuned up and verify that all race
safety guidelines are met. 90+ Cycling will be onsite Saturday during bike
racking and on Sunday morning before the race begins to assist with any
last minute adjustments.
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Race Day Information
Getting to Centennial Park
Parking in Centennial Park is limited. Plan to arrive EARLY as there WILL BE
early morning traffic delays, and there is limited parking. The Centennial
Park entrance on MD Rt. 108 will close at 6:30 a.m.
Race Morning Instructions
The gate to Centennial Park will open at 4:45 a.m. You must be wearing the
unique athlete wristband to enter transition. Please be sure to bring along
items received at packet pickup including your timing chip and strap, your
swim cap, your race numbers (bike, helmet and bib), as well as your bike
helmet and other personal gear.
You must wear your bib number and your timing chip at all times while racing. Fasten the timing chip to either ankle. It will be removed by a volunteer at the finish line. Athletes who fail to return their loaned timing chip will be charged $75.00. If you lose your chip during the event, please see an event staff member or stop by the Information tent located in the Village area.
Body marking will take place in the transition area from 5:00 a.m. – 6:30 a.m.
It is the athlete’s responsibility to ensure that volunteers mark the athlete’s
age as of December 31, 2017, which corresponds to the age division in
which the athlete will compete. Please do not apply sunscreen, oil, Vaseline
or lotion until after you have been body marked.
Athletes are to proceed to the swim start between 6:25 a.m. and 6:40 a.m. All
athletes, except relay team members who will bike or run, MUST be out of the
transition area by 6:45 a.m.
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Bicycle & Gear Retrieval
The transition area will close after the race at 1:00 p.m. All bikes and gear
must be removed by 1:00 p.m. Please remember that, for security, only those
with athlete wristbands will be allowed into transition to retrieve their
belongings.
Please have your bib number with you to facilitate speedy removal of your
bike and gear.
Aid Stations
The run leg will feature 3 Aid Stations offering water and Gatorade and
will be offered at all run aid stations. PLEASE discard all empty water
bottles and sports nutrition wrappers in the immediate vicinity of these
aid stations. There is a penalty for littering the course which will be
strictly enforced.
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Directions
Directions to Event Venue & Packet Pick-Up Location
Race Venue: Centennial Park
10000 Clarksville Pike (MD Route 108), Ellicott City, MD 21042
From Baltimore
Take 95-S towards Washington DC. Take exit 43B to merge onto MD-100 W toward Ellicott City. Use the left lane to merge onto US-29 S toward Washington. Take exit 21B to merge onto MD-108 W/Clarksville Pike toward Clarksville. Merge onto MD-108 W/Clarksville Pike.
From Washington, D.C.
Take US-29 N/Columbia Pike to MD-108 W/Old Annapolis Rd in Ellicott City. Take exit 21B from US-29 N/Columbia Pike. Merge onto MD-108 W/Old Annapolis Rd.
From Annapolis
Take MD-100 W to MD-108 W/Clarksville Pike in Ellicott City. Take exit 21B from US-29 S. Merge onto MD-108 W/Old Annapolis Rd.
From North
Take I-83 S. Use the right 2 lanes to take the I-695 W/I-83 W exit toward Baltimore. Take I-695 W to MD-108 W/Clarksville Pike in Ellicott City. Take exit 21B from US-29 S. Merge onto MD-108 W/Old Annapolis Rd.
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Packet Pick-up: Nava Health Center
8880 McGaw Rd, Columbia, MD 21045
From Baltimore
Take 95-S towards Washington DC. Take exit 41A-B for MD-175E/MD-175W
towards Jessup/Columbia. Keep right at the fork to continue on exit 41B. Follow
signs for MD-175W to Columbia. Take the Snowden River Pkwy exit, use the left
two lanes to turn onto Snowden River Pkwy. Turn right on McGaw Rd. Nava will
be on the right.
From Washington, D.C.
Follow I-495 E and I-95 N to MD-175 W in 6, Savage. Take exit 41A-41B from I-
95 N. Merge onto MD-175 W. Take the Snowden River Parkway exit. Use the left
2 lanes to turn left onto Snowden River Pkwy. Turn right onto McGaw Rd. Nava
will be on the right.
From Annapolis
Take I-97 N and MD-32 W to US-1 N in 6, Savage. Take exit 12B from MD-32 W.
Take Guilford Rd and Oakland Mills Rd to McGaw Rd in Columbia. Turn right onto
McGaw Rd. Nava will be on the left.
From North
Take I-83 S. Use the right 2 lanes to take the I-695 W/I-83 W exit toward
Baltimore. Take I-695 W to MD-175 E/Rouse Pkwy in Columbia. Take exit 20A
from US-29 S. Continue onto MD-175 E/Rouse Pkwy. Turn right onto Dobbin Rd.
Turn left onto McGaw Rd. Nava will be on the left.
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Parking
There will be limited parking at Centennial Park in the immediate grass
area adjacent to MD Rt.108 across from the Transition Area. If you drive
please plan to arrive early on Sunday morning to find parking. If
someone will be driving you to the venue, they MAY NOT stop in the
driving lane to drop you off.
Howard County Police Explorers will be on-site to assist with directing
parking.
There is an overflow lot available which can be accessed via the North
Entrance. Tall light towers mark this lot. Once parked, take the 10 minute walk
along the running path beside the lake to the transition area.
Please do not park in driveways, on private property or in church parking
lots adjacent to the park.
The park will reopen to vehicular traffic at 11:30 a.m., so if you park within
the park, you may not leave until 11:30 a.m. Centennial Park closes at dusk.
You MAY NOT park overnight on Saturday in Centennial Park.
Please Arrive Early
The Centennial Park entrance on MD Rt. 108 will close to vehicles at 6:30
a.m. Please plan on early morning traffic delays, and prepare to arrive
earlier than you may have initially planned. There are hundreds of athletes
and their fans attending this event.
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2017 Columbia Triathlon Swim Waves
Category Wave Start Time Swim Cap Color
OPEN 7:00:00 AM Red
ASA 7:02:00 AM White
15-19
(and U15) 7:04:00 AM Orange
20-24 7:06:00 AM Powder Blue
25-29 7:08:00 AM Pastel Pink
30-34 7:12:00 AM Kelly Green
35-39 7:16:00 AM Neon Yellow
70+ 7:24:00 AM Violet
65-69 7:25:00 AM Blue
60-64 7:26:00 AM Neon Orange
Relay 7:28:00 AM Neon Green
55-59 7:32:00 AM Hot Pink
50-54 7:35:00 AM Yellow
Athena 7:41:00 AM Orange
45-49 7:43:00 AM Violet
40-44 7:49:00 AM Blue
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Time Trial Swim Start Directions
1. Volunteers assist participants into their correct wave start order by colored
swim caps in the order listed above.
2. Participants will weave their way through the corrals toward the start line.
3. Event staff will be in the corrals to facilitate pairing 2 people up within each
wave.
4. Two participants will be staged every 5 seconds on the water’s edge behind
the timing mat and told by the event staff when to cross the mat, and enter the
water, and start the race.
Swim Course Description & Rules
Course Description: The swim course is .62 miles (1000 meters) starting at the boat ramp at Centennial Park and marked by buoys in Centennial Lake which is fed by fresh water. Turns are marked by orange tetrahedron buoys. Average water temperatures in late August ranges from 76 to 81 degrees Fahrenheit. Please prepare for a non-wetsuit race.
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Swim Course Rules
The swim cutoff time is 60 minutes after the start of the last swim wave.
All USAT Rules are in effect including Article IV, pertaining to Swim Conduct
and Wetsuits. Please consult the USA Triathlon website
(www.usatriathlon.org) for a complete listing of all USAT Rules and a list of
USAT approved skinsuits and speed suits in any temperature.
o Athletes must wear swim cap provided to participants at packet pickup.
o Athletes may not use any artificial propulsion device of
any kind including fins, gloves, buoys or paddles. Use will
result in disqualification.
o Swim goggles and face masks may be worn.
o A participant may stand on the bottom or rest by holding an
inanimate object such as a buoy, boat, rope or floating object.
Excluding the bottom, a participant shall not use any inanimate
object to gain forward progress.
Regarding Wetsuits:
We do NOT anticipate the Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon to be a wetsuit legal
race. Wetsuits will be legal if the water temperature is 78 degrees Fahrenheit
or below. If the water temperature is above 78 degrees Fahrenheit wetsuit
will not be permitted.
Water temperature readings will be announced on race day morning in the
transition area and also at packet pickup on Saturday.
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Bike Course Description & Rules
Course Description:
The bike course is a scenic 16 mile loop ride through Howard County. Athletes will pass through farmlands and rolling hills before returning back to Centennial Park to transition to the run. There is no public urination permitted. Please familiarize yourself with the route shown below, as it is the athlete’s ultimate responsibility to know the course.
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Bike Course Rules
Based upon permits issued for roads on the course, and safety concerns, all
cyclists MUST have reached the return leg of Route 108 by 11:00 a.m. The
remainder of the bike course will close at that time, and all cyclists, except
those on the return leg of Rt. 108, will be removed from the course.
Please note that the bike course is open to traffic during the course of the
race. All competitors are required to follow the prescribed course and to stay
within all coned lanes. Cutting the course is an obvious violation and going
outside the course is a safety issue. Cyclists shall not cross a solid yellow center
line for ANY reason. Cyclists must obey all applicable traffic laws at all times.
USAT rules are in effect including Article V- Cycling Conduct.
1. Athletes must remember to wear a bike helmet number on the front of their
helmet.
2. Athletes must have a number fixed to their bike fame and visible from the
left side.
3. Only helmets approved by the US Consumer Product Safety Commission
(CPSC) may be used, and helmets must be worn at all times while on your bike
before, during and after the event. Violation will result in disqualification.
4. Chin straps must be buckled at all times when on your bike. DO NOT
unbuckle your chin strap unless you are off your bicycle. Violation while on the
course will result in disqualification.
5. DO NOT LITTER! Any item that needs to be discarded, including but not
limited to water bottles, gel wrappers, energy supplement wrappers, bike
parts or clothing, may ONLY be discarded at aid stations.
6. Please do not have your cell phones out or mounted to your bike.
This will be a penalty enforced by the USAT referees.
Please remember that local community members use the bike course roads.
You are an ambassador for the sport and the event. While on the course,
please be courteous to local residents.
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Run Course Description & Rules
Course Description:
The run course is a 3.5 mile loop around paved trails through Centennial Park. The run course will be marked with colored tape on the pavement and directional arrows at other points. The course is marked on race day with signage, but is not marked beforehand. Please familiarize yourself with the course as it is ultimately the athlete’s responsibility to know all courses.
The water stops are located at Run Out (Start), Mile 1.5, and 2.5
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Run Course Rules:
USAT Rules are in effect including Article VI- Running Conduct.
1. Runners will not be allowed to begin the run leg after 11:30 a.m.
2. All athletes are required to wear race numbers at all times during the run. Numbers must face the front and be clearly visible at all times. Numbers may not be cut or folded or altered in any way. DO NOT transfer your number to any other athlete or take a number from an athlete that is not competing.
3. Headphones, headsets, iPods, mp3 players or personal audio devices,
etc. are not to be carried or worn at any time during the race.
4. The responsibility of knowing and following the prescribed course rests
with each participant.
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Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon Open Division
Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon Open Division
The division of the Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon currently named “Open
Division” is meant solely for those amateur triathletes who want to race
against the whole field and not in their respective Age Group.
We review all entrants to this race division and will remove those who we feel
may not belong there. If you wish to race in the Open Division, we may ask you
to provide prior race results to document your claim of “Elite” status.
For the Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon, we require that you be able to
achieve the following finish time in order to race in the Open Division:
Women: 1:15 (one hour 15 minutes) or less.
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USAT Rules
Athlete’s Responsibility
It is each athlete’s responsibility to know, understand, and abide by all rules
and regulations pertaining to this event. This is a USAT sanctioned event.
Please visit http://www.usatriathlon.org/about-multisport/rulebook.aspx for a
complete set of competitive rules.
Below is a list of the USATʼs Most Commonly Violated Rules and Penalties:
1. Helmets: Only helmets approved by the US Consumer Product Safety
Commission (CPSC) may be used in USAT sanctioned events. Helmets must be worn at all times while on your bike. This means before, during, and after the event.
Penalty: Disqualification
2. ChinStraps: Chin straps must be buckled at all times when on a bicycle.
DO NOT unbuckle your chin strap unless you are off your bicycle. Penalty: Disqualification on the course; Variable time penalty in transition area only.
3. Outside Assistance: No assistance other than that offered by race and medical officials may be used. Triathlons and duathlons are individual tests of fitness. Penalty: Variable time penalty
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4. Transition Area: All equipment must be placed in the properly designated and individually assigned bike corral. The wheel of the bicycle must be down on the side of the assigned space. All participants must return their bicycles to an upright position in their designated bicycle corral. No person shall interfere with another participant’s equipment or impede the progress of another participant. All bar ends must be solidly plugged. No participant shall bring ANY glass containers into the transition area.
Penalty: Variable time penalty
5. Drafting: Drafting--keep at least three bike lengths of clear space between you and the cyclist in front. If you move into the zone, you must pass within 15 seconds. Position--keep to the right hand side of the lane of travel unless
passing.
Blocking--riding on the left side of the lane without passing anyone
and interfering with other cyclists attempting to pass.
Overtaken--once passed, you must immediately exit the draft zone
from the rear, before attempting to pass again.
Penalty: Variable time penalty
6. Course: All competitors are required to follow the prescribed course and
to stay within all coned lanes. Cutting the course is an obvious violation
and going outside the course is a safety issue. Cyclists shall not cross a
solid yellow center line for ANY reason. Cyclists must obey all applicable
traffic laws at all times.
Penalty: Referee's discretion
7. Unsportsmanlike-Like Conduct: Foul, harsh, argumentative or abusive
language or other unsportsmanlike conduct directed at race officials, USA Triathlon officials, volunteers, spectators or fellow athletes is forbidden.
Penalty: Disqualification
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8. Headphones: Headphones, headsets, Walkman’s, iPods, mp3 players, or personal audio devices, etc. are not to be carried or worn at any time during the race.
Penalty: Variable time penalty
9. Race Numbers: All athletes are required to wear race numbers at all times
during the run. Numbers must face the front and be clearly visible at all times. Numbers may not be cut or folded or altered in any way. DO NOT transfer your number to any other athlete or take a number from an athlete that is not competing.
Penalty: Variable time penalty for missing or altered number,
Disqualification and one year suspension from membership in USAT for
transferring a number without race director permission.
10. Wetsuits: Each age group participant shall be permitted to wear a
wetsuit without penalty in any event sanctioned by USA Triathlon up to
and including a water temperature of 78 degrees Fahrenheit. When the
water temperature is greater than 78 wetsuits are not permitted.
11. Abandonment: All personal equipment and belongings taken out onto
the course must stay on the athlete the entire time. No garbage, clothing,
etc. shall be thrown on the course.
Penalty: Variable time penalty
Variable Time Penalties
1st Offense - 2:00 minutes - 6:00minutes
2nd Offense - 4:00 minutes - 12:00 minutes
3rd Offense - Disqualification
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Medical Information & Coverage
USAT Athlete Excess Medical Policy
The athlete excess medical coverage protects each participant for the day of
the event at USAT sanctioned races, camps and clinics.
When athletes purchase a USAT annual membership or one day permit, a
portion of those fees cover the cost to provide them with excess medical
insurance. This coverage only extends to their participation in a USA Triathlon
sanctioned event and is only available after the injured party has filed with any
primary insurance policies. A deductible does apply for this excess coverage.
If an athlete is injured while participating in a USA Triathlon sanctioned event
the following steps must be followed:
1. Athletes must file with their primary healthcare provider (i.e. United
Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, traveler’s insurance, etc.).
2. Athlete completes a medical claim form.
For serious incidents or for athletes requesting coverage, either the race
director or USAT can provide them with a medical claim form. The medical
claim form along with all explanation of benefit documents should be sent
directly from the athlete to the insurance company as indicated on the claim
form. Please email [email protected] for a copy of the form.
Athletes will pay a deductible. All athletes using USA Triathlon insurance will pay
anywhere from $250 (two-hundred and fifty U.S. dollars) to $1,000 (one
thousand U.S. dollars) out of pocket and possibly more for uncovered expenses.
Coverage limitations - Be advised that coverage may not apply to each and
every claim. Additionally, coverage only extends to participants that have
purchased a USA Triathlon annual membership or one-day permit and were
injured through participation in a USA Triathlon sanctioned event. Please
email questions to [email protected] or call USAT at 719-597-9090.
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Personal Safety
Safety Tips
Please follow the following safety tips to help reduce the odds of illness or
injury.
Please trim your fingernails and toenails prior to the start of the race to avoid
injury to other athletes.
Rinse goggles of any excess defogger solutions to avoid eye irritation.
If you spend the months before an event in a cooler climate than the race
location, consider an acclimation period prior to the race to reduce the chance
of dehydration and electrolyte imbalance.
Do not deviate significantly from your familiar and proven routine for training,
nutrition and equipment prior to the race, and remember to obtain adequate
salt and hydration intake during training as well as during the event itself. We
recommend that you begin hydrating heavily several days prior to and during
the event, and that you drink enough water so that your urine is clear, colorless
and copious by race day.
Please notify staff at check in if there is any change to your medical status or
medications taken from the time when you originally registered for the event.
Always train with at least one other person (especially in open water).
Always wear a brightly colored swim cap while training (especially in open
water). Notify your friends and family of your whereabouts.
When training, please bike and run on the shoulder or in a designated bike
lane, and always ride single file. Obey all traffic laws (stop at stop signs, signal
when turning, etc.).
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Pre-Event Swim Advisement
Centennial Park is unavailable for pre-event swim practice.
While we make reasonable efforts to inspect the swim entry and exit points for
underwater hazards just prior to the swim portion of the race, you will be
swimming in a natural body of water that is subject to hidden hazards including
but not limited to underwater obstructions, indigenous marine life and
underwater plant life. Please note that the swim start ramp does tend to be
slippery due to the growth of algae. Take extra care when entering and exiting
the swim segment.
Post-Race Information
Celebration Village and Post-Race Food
Celebrate your finish at the post-race party and athlete’s food tent from 8:00am - 12:30 p.m. located in the lower parking lot area, near the boat ramp. Food is for athletes only and your wristband will provide you access.
Enjoy healthy and post-race food options from Giant Supermarkets.
Dunkin Donuts will also be onsite sampling and Two Guys and a Grill will
have hot food available for purchase.
Harpoon Brewing will be providing all athletes (Over the age of 21)
complimentary beers after the race! Each athlete will receive 2 free beers
coupons that will be attached to your race bib.
Race Results
Links to the official timing results will be posted on the Iron Girl Columbia
Triathlon (www.trimaryland.com) website as well as Mettle Timing
(www.mettleevents.com).
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Lost and Found
Lost and Found areas will be at the Information Tent near the finish line and at
Transition.
Medical Tent
The medical tent is for athletes only. Overcrowding in the medical tent hinders
medical staff from doing their job. For information on an athlete receiving
medical treatment, please wait outside the tent. The Medical tent will be
located near the swim start and finish line and will be a white tent with a
red “MEDICAL” flag attached to it.
Removal of Gear from Transition
All bikes and gear must be removed from transition by 1:00pm. Only athletes
wearing their race wristbands may remove belongings. Others will not be
allowed to enter. Athletes will be checked upon exiting transition by race
staff to ensure their bib number matches their bike number. Please have
your bib number on your person. You will not be allowed to leave
transition with your bike if you do not have these items.
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Awards
The Awards Ceremony is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. in the lower parking lot
area. Please note that results at the event are not final.
There will be no duplication of awards. Open division athletes are not eligible
for Age Group Award.
Triathlon
Top 3 Overall
Top 3 in each age group
Top Masters Female (40+ years old)
*Winner not eligible for age group award
Top Athena
Top 3 Relay Team’s
Age Groups:
*Age groups are designated per USAT regulations
14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+ Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon participants in all race categories will receive a
custom finisher’s medal along with a 2017 participant hat. If you qualify for
an award and are unable to attend the awards presentation, you may
either have someone pick it up for you or you can email
[email protected] to schedule a time to pick up your award at
our office.
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Iron Girl Volunteers
We at Corrigan Sports want to thank you again for signing up to compete in the
Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon! Did you know the Iron Girl could not be possible
without our volunteers? Do you have any friends or family members who are
looking for something to do while you compete – or looking for a prime location to
watch you compete? Consider suggesting a volunteer opportunity!
Most volunteer positions still have plenty of openings, but having your friends and
family help out in transition, at swim exit, or at the finish line is a great location
where they’ll get to see you a few times either throughout the race or have front
row view when you finish!
If you can spare any time on Saturday, we also have many openings during packet
pickup either at packet pickup or in the transition area – you’ll be there anyway,
why not stay and help out for a few hours?!
For shift times and to sign up, visit the Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon site or
webpage below. For more information please reach out to
To sign up: http://corrigansports.racepartner.com/IronGirlVolunteer
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Thank you to our Sponsors and Community Partners!
Event Organizers
Sponsors
Affiliate Triathlon Club
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