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CONTENTS

Event timetable4 7

A message from the Race Referee

8Pre Race Information

18Swim Course - 3.8km

20Bike Course - 180km

24Run Course - 42.2km

25Rules applying to all segments of the race

26Contingency Plan

29Post Race Information

32Spectator Information

33Emergency Service Contacts

14Race Day Information

THE DAY IS ALMOST HERE! 27 SEPTEMBER 2014


EVENT TIMETABLE

Wednesday 24 September 2014

10.00am - 6.00pm IRONMAN Malaysia Athlete Check-In Open Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall10.00am - 6.00pm IRONMAN Merchandise Open Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall10.00am - 6.00pm IRONMAN Malaysia Expo Open Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall10.00am - 6.00pm IRONMAN Malaysia Information Booth Open Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall

Thursday 25 September 2014

7.30am - 9.00am Practice Swim Tourist Jetty, Pekan Rabu10.00am - 5.00pm IRONMAN Malaysia Athlete Check-In Open Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall10.00am - 5.00pm IRONMAN Merchandise Open Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall10.00am - 5.00pm IRONMAN Malaysia Expo Open Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall10.00am - 6.00pm IRONMAN Malaysia Information Booth Open Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall

5.00pm - 6.15pm Shuttle Buses to Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre LADA Carpark

6.00pm - 7.45pm IRONMAN Malaysia Welcome Dinner Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre

7.45pm (approx) - 8.30pm

IRONMAN Malaysia Athlete Compulsory Race Briefing

Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre

8:30pm - 9.30pm Shuttle Buses back to LADA Carpark Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre

Friday 26 September 2014

7.30am - 9.00am Practice Swim Tourist Jetty, Pekan Rabu

9.00am - 5.00pm IRONMAN Malaysia Information and Drop Out Clerk Open

Transition, Tourist Jetty Car Park

9.00am - 12.00pm IRONMAN Malaysia Compulsory Overnight Bike Racking and Gear Bags Check-In (Session 1)*


10.00am Transition Tour 1 Transition, Tourist Jetty Car Park

10.00am - 6.00pm IRONMAN Merchandise Open Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall10.00am - 6.00pm IRONMAN Malaysia Expo Open Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall10.00am - 6.00pm IRONMAN Malaysia Information Booth Open Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall

11.00am Transition Tour 2 Transition, Tourist Jetty Car Park

12.00pm Compulsory Pro Athlete Briefing Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa

3.00pm - 5.00pm IRONMAN Malaysia Compulsory Overnight Bike Racking and Gear Bags Check-In (Session 2)*


4.00pm Transition Tour 3 Transition, Tourist Jetty Car Park

*Athletes are advised to keep away from Transition during the time between 12.00pm & 3.00pm as the area will be closed in respect to local prayers taking place


Saturday 27 September 2014

5.00am - 6.30am Transition Opens Transition, Tourist Jetty Car Park

5.00am - 10.00pm IRONMAN Malaysia Information and Drop Out Clerk Open


7.15am IRONMAN Malaysia Pro Athlete Start (Men & Women) Tourist Jetty, Pekan Rabu

7.20am - 7.50am* IRONMAN Malaysia Age Group Start (Rolling Start) Tourist Jetty, Pekan Rabu7.30am - 12.50am (28 Sept)

IRONMAN Malaysia Information Booth and Drop Out Clerk Open Langkawi Eagle Square

10.00am - 6.00pm IRONMAN Merchandise Open Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall10.00am - 6.00pm IRONMAN Malaysia Information Booth Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall10.00am - 6.00pm IRONMAN Malaysia Expo Open Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall3.30pm* 1st IRONMAN Malaysia Finisher Expected (Approx.) Langkawi Eagle Square

7.00pm - 10.00pm Transition Open for Bike & Gear Bags Collection Transition, Tourist Jetty Car Park

12.50am (28 Sept) Race Officially Closes (17 hours) Langkawi Eagle Square

Sunday 28 September 2014

12.50am Race Officially Closes (17 hours) Langkawi Eagle Square

8.00am - 11.00am Transition Open for Bike & Gear Bags Collection Transition, Tourist Jetty Car Park

9.00am - 11.00am IRONMAN Malaysia 2015 Registrations Open Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall9.00am - 3.00pm IRONMAN Merchandise Open Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall9.00am - 3.00pm IRONMAN Malaysia Expo Open Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall9.00am - 3.00pm IRONMAN Malaysia Information Booth Open Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall10.00am Results & 2015 IRONMAN KONA Qualifiers posted Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall

11.00am 2015 IRONMAN KONA Slot Allocation / Roll Down Ceremony Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall

4.00pm - 5.15pm Shuttle Buses to Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa LADA Carpark5.00pm - 7.00pm IRONMAN Malaysia Awards Night Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa7.30pm onwards IRONMAN Malaysia Athlete After Party Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa7.30pm - 10.00pm Shuttle Buses back to LADA Carpark Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa

*Times are subject to change

EVENT TIMETABLE


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We are using the Triathlon Malaysia Race Competition Rules in alignment with the special IRONMAN Rules and operate under the “three strikes and you are out” principle. Any and all infringements across the event count toward your 3-strikes. In other words, any combination of 3 rule infringements will result in disqualification (DQ).

Three particular special rules you need to be aware of are:

1. The draft distance is 12-metres (7 bike lengths) between bikes (back wheel to front wheel).2. A pass MUST be completed once the 12-metre

distance is entered i.e. athletes may not drop back out of the draft distance.

3. There is no draft zone around each bike so side-by-side riding, unless passing, is blocking.During the Bike leg, Drafting, Blocking, Illegal Pass, Helmet and Littering infringements incur a 4-minute time penalty to be served at the next Penalty Box on the lap the infringement is advised by a Technical Official. Failure to stop at the next Penalty Box or not stop on the lap the infringement is issued September result in a DQ.

To minimise any misunderstanding on race day, the following summarises the above rules.

��Avoid a BLOCKING infringement by riding on the left side of the bike lane

��Avoid a DRAFTING infringement by:

1. Keeping 12-metres between yourself and the cyclist in front of you – back wheel to front wheel 2. Completing your pass within 25-seconds 3. Dropping back 12-metres once passed before attempting to re-pass

4. When passing a number of cyclists not “dropping in” between cyclists unless the distance is greater than 12-metres

�� Avoid an ILLEGAL PASS infringement by passing other athletes on the right.

�� Avoid a LITTERING infringement by not throwing away ANYTHING except when approaching or exiting aid stations.

�� Avoid a HELMET infringement by always having your chin strap securely fastened when moving with your bike.

Other common rule infringements are…

�� UNAUTHORISED EQUIPMENT – absolutely no cell phones, MP3 players, Oakley Thumps, iPods or other audio listening or communication devices.

�� OUTSIDE ASSISTANCE – do NOT accept any assistance from anyone other than race personnel and do not have non-racers ride or run alongside you.

Triathlon is an individual event and it is your responsibility to fully understand the rules and avoid infringements. A Technical Official’s ruling is final in the case of Drafting, Blocking, and Illegal Pass infringements (Judgment Calls) and these are not subject to either protest or appeal.

There is no Penalty Box on the Run course however if you receive an infringement on the run leg for Outside Assistance you will serve a four (4) minute time penalty with the Technical Official. For any other infringement on the run leg you will serve an on-course Stop/Start Penalty with the Technical Official.

Please remember public urination is a MALAYSIA legal offence and will result in penalties or a DQ. On course toilet facilities are provided at the aid stations as well as existing public toilets.

Remember to treat other athletes, volunteers and officials with courtesy and consideration as failure to do so is Unsportsmanlike Conduct and may result in a DQ.

I sincerely hope you have a great race and achieve your IRONMAN goals.

Race Referee Shanelle Barrett

A MESSAGE FROM THE RACE REFEREE


ATHLETE CHECK-INCheck-In for all competitors in the IRONMAN Malaysia will take place on Wednesday 24 – Thursday 25 September ONLY. Check-In is located at Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall and will take place between 10am and 6pm on Wednesday and 10am and 5pm Thursday. It is compulsory for all athletes to Check-In during these times. No competitor will be accepted after 5pm on Thursday 25 September. We cannot be responsible for late arrivals so allow for mishaps when making travel arrangements.

You must show photo identification to register – i.e. Driver’s License, Passport.When checking-in, please do not take your bike into the queue as this congests the area and makes it dangerous for other competitors. Bikes are not permitted inside the Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall. Bike racks will be provided outside the venue but it is advised you provide your own security.

Please note it is illegal for someone to race under your name or for you to race under someone else’s name: this will result in suspension from your National Triathlon Association and ineligibility to race in other IRONMAN events.

During check-in athletes will receive the following:

�� ID wrist band (to be worn as soon as you check-in and worn at all times until after the IRONMAN Awards Night if you are attending. This wristband is your entry to the Athlete Welcome Dinner, Athlete Compulsory Race Briefing and Awards Night)

�� Race bib (compulsory on the run leg only)

�� Swim cap – colour based on age category (this must be worn over all other caps)

�� Helmet sticker (placed on the front of your helmet)

�� Bike seat post sticker (to wrap around the seat post of your bike and stick to itself)

�� Special Needs sticker (to be stuck onto each Special Needs Bag)

�� Body Tattoo (number to be placed on right upper arm and letter category to be placed on right calf)

�� 3 gear bags:

• Blue Bike Bag• Red Run Bag• Black Street Gear Bag

�� Sponsor promotional items

ATHLETE ID WRISTBANDYour ID wrist band must be worn at all times as this will be essential to gain entry to competitor only restricted areas. This is your only means of gaining entry to transition to rack your bike pre-race and to collect your gear and bike after the race. Please note, only athletes are permitted into the transition area.

TIMING You will need to collect your timing chip and confirm your identity with the timing personnel during Check-In. At this stage you will check that the number on your chip corresponds with your race number and personal information. Make sure you put it in a safe place and also remember to have it with you on Race Day morning.

�� Timing Chips must be worn on the LEFT ankle (if it’s on your wrist you won’t get a time)

�� On race morning you must wear your timing chip to enter transition. Volunteers will be checking this.

�� If you do not start the race or pull out of the race for any reason you must return the timing chip to the Drop Out Clerk or Information Booth at transition, or return it to a race official. If your timing chip is not returned or is lost you will be charged $150 for a replacement.

�� Timing results will include Swim split, Bike split, Run split and Finish time – overall and category results.

WEIGH INAll athletes must complete the compulsory weigh-in process at Check-In. This record is critical for the Medical Response team to assist with the correct treatment if required.

NO BAND = NO ACCESS

NO TIMING CHIP = NO TIME

PRE RACE INFORMATION


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TRANSITION

The Transition Area will be located at the Tourist Jetty Car Park, in Kuah Town, Langkawi. Bike racks for athletes will be set out in number order. Information on the transition procedures are provided under the ‘Bike Course’ and ‘Run Course’ sections of this booklet. Security officers will be on patrol on Friday night and Saturday morning and night.

When you rack your bike on Friday between 9am-12pm and 3pm-5pm, please allow plenty of time to walk through the routes that you will take in the Transition area, or attend one of the three Transition Tours. The tours will take approximately 20 minutes and will cover the flow of transition including the start and finish points of the swim/bike and run, and an allocated time for any of your questions. Check the entrance from the Swim. There will be officials in Transition when you rack to answer any questions.

Friday 26 September:

Transition Tour 1: 10.00am

Transition Tour 2: 11.00am

Transition Tour 3: 4.00pm

Please note, upon entering Transition your bike may be photographed by FinisherPix.

It is important to note that during the race, athletes will be required to pack all of their race belongings and drop their Blue Bike and Red Run bags into the allocated areas within the Change Tent during both transitions. All athlete apparel changes or preparation whilst in transition must be conducted within the privacy of the separate Male and Female Change Tent for both transitions.

BIKE AND BAG CHECK-INYour bike, Blue Bike Bag and Red Run Bag must be checked in to the transition area between 9am -12pm and 3pm – 5pm on Friday 26 September.

Please Note: You will not be able to enter transition until after you have checked-in.

Your bike must display your seat post sticker, and you must be wearing your corresponding numbered Competitor ID band. Officials will be checking both of these as you enter and exit transition.

The Transition area will be closed between 12.00pm and 3.00pm in respect to local Friday prayers taking place at the mosque nearby. Bikes will not be accepted in Transition during this period.

BIKE CHECKSYour bike will also be visually inspected by a Technical Official and no bike will be accepted unless it passes the inspection. Competitors are responsible for their bikes being in safe working order. Please ensure your bike, as well as your helmet, is in safe working order before presenting it at Transition to avoid rejection. Inspectors will be checking for such things as:

�� end plugs on handle bars

�� tyres in reasonable condition

�� stripped cable

�� at least one water bottle cage

�� brakes in working order

HELMET CHECKSBike helmets are compulsory. Triathlon Malaysia officials will be conducting helmet checks as you enter into the transition area on Friday 26 September. This is not a guarantee safety. Please ensure you have your helmet on and secured as you approach the entrance to transition. It is compulsory that all helmets are then placed in athlete’s Blue Bike Bag. Please note, you will not have access to this bag on race morning.

Helmets must meet the following specifications:

�� Your helmet must be approved by a recognised testing authority (eg, National Triathlon Standards Certified).

�� No alterations to any part of the helmet are allowed. This includes, but is not limited to, any alteration to the manufacturer’s chinstrap, and the addition or removal of an outer cover.

�� Helmets must be undamaged

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TRANSITION GEAR BAGS (BLUE BIKE AND RED RUN BAGS)Please note, racking of your bike in transition on Friday you will be required to drop off your Blue Bike Bag and Red Run Bag at the Change Tent. The Blue Bike Bag will be used in your transition from Swim to Bike only. The Red Run Gear Bag will be used in your transition from Bike to Run only.

Please note you will not have access to these bags on race morning.

The following equipment lists have been provided for your reference:

Blue Bike Gear Bag (Swim to Bike):

�� bike shoes (essential)

�� helmet (essential)

�� glasses

�� socks

�� change of clothes

Red Run Bag (Bike to Run):

�� running shoes (essential)

�� race number (compulsory)

�� glasses

�� hat

�� shoes and socks

�� change of clothes

PRE-RACE COLLECTION – WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAYYour Blue Bike, Red Run and Black Street Gear Bags are available for collection with your event pack at Athlete Check-In.

Pre-Race Drop off – FridayBlue Bike and Red run Bags are to be dropped to Transition Change Tent during compulsory bike racking.

Race Day Drop off - SaturdayAll other bags (Street Gear Bag, any Special Needs bags) will be checked in on Race Day morning. Competitors are responsible for labelling and handing in their bags to the locations identified in the following columns.

BLACK STREET GEAR BAG:Your Black Street Gear Bag should contain all items you require upon completion of your race. All Black Street Gear Bags are dropped to the Street Gear vehicle/tent on race morning. Street Gear Bag will be available for collection in recovery on Saturday post-race.

SPECIAL NEEDS BAGS:Athletes are provided with plastic bags for special needs at Check-In. See Special Needs Bags section later in this booklet.

Special Needs vehicles will be parked for the collection of Special Needs Bags next to the Transition Change Tent on race morning. Athletes are responsible for handing their bags into the correct location - vehicles will be signed accordingly.

Special Needs Bags will be delivered to their respective special needs stations:

�� Bike Special Needs located at approximately 90.5km (Lap 2 only)

�� Run Special Needs located at Aid Station 1 in CHOGM Park (available all laps, inbound towards Finish line only)

Athletes are asked to slow down, verbally advise volunteers of their athlete number as they approach to assist the process of volunteers locating their bag.

Blue Bike Gear Bag & Red Run Gear Bag – dropped to Transition on Friday 25 September

Black Street Gear Bag – dropped to the Street Gear truck on Race Day morning located near to Transition.

Special Needs bags – dropped to Special Needs trucks on Race Day morning located near to Transition.

Please be aware Black Street Gear Bags drop off closes at 6.30AM on RACE DAY MORNING.

POST-RACE COLLECTION:Blue Bike, Red Run and Special Needs Bags will be at Transition during Bike Check-Out on Sunday between 8.00am and 11.00am. It is the responsibility of the athlete to collect, hand in and pick up their bags from the appropriate locations and times, as well as ensure they are marked correctly. Bike pumps may NOT be handed in with the Black Street Gear Bag. There will be a pump storage area within transition. These will be made available to collect at the same time as bikes and bags post-race.


MECHANICAL SUPPORTWe recommend you to complete a thorough mechanical check of your bike prior to the event. It is your responsibility to ensure that your bike is roadworthy.

There are local bike shops located in Langkawi, but we cannot guarantee their services. The contracted event bike mechanic will be located at the Transition and Athlete Check-In areas. They are only there to provide basic mechanical support and minor tuning on the bike. Additional services may be charged. For more information on the charges and bookings for major services, please email [email protected]

A Sag Wagon service and basic mechanical aid will also be available on course. They may provide some tools and spares to enable athletes to conduct their own repairs, however the mechanics are unable to carry out any repairs for the athlete. Spare wheels will not be available from mechanics. Due to the complexities of operating such a service under racing conditions, we recommend athletes carry their own bike repair kit as delays are expected.

PRACTICE SWIM There will be an opportunity to practice a section of the event Swim Course at the Swim Entry at the Tourist Jetty;

Thursday 25 September: 7.30am – 9.00amFriday 26 September: 7.30am – 9.30am

Entry and exit to the water will be via the Swim Start pontoon situated at the end of the Tourist Jetty, adjacent to Transition.

Please note the Practice Swim is weather permitting.

WITHDRAWAL AND TIMING CHIP RETURNSIf you withdraw from the race prior to race day, please inform the Information Desk at the Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall. Race day withdrawals need to be recorded by a Drop Out Clerk located at the entrance to Transition. If you fail to return your timing chip, a $150 replacement charge applies. It is extremely important for all timing chips to be returned to ensure all athletes are accounted for.

MEDICAL INSURANCEWe strongly advise all athletes to take out adequate personal medical and health insurance for the duration of your stay, especially for international competitors.

If you do have an accident you must pay for your own medical expenses. Therefore it is essential for you to obtain adequate personal medical insurance.

INFORMATION DESKThere will be an Information Desk located at the following locations. Opening hours as follows:

Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall – Wednesday 24, Thursday 25, Friday 26 and Saturday 27 September from 10.00am to 6.00pm and Sunday 28 September from 9.00am to 3.00pm.

Transition, Tourist Jetty Car Park – Saturday 27 September from 5.00am to 10.00pm

Langkawi Eagle Square – Saturday 27 September from 7.30am to 12.50am (28 Sept)

The Information Desk/s will have maps, athlete lists, event programmes, transport information and other helpful event related information. This is also the location of the Drop Out Clerk if you wish to withdraw prior or during the race.

EXPOThe IRONMAN Malaysia Expo will be located at Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall. The Expo will be open during the following hours:

Trading Hours:Wednesday 24 September from 10.00am to 6.00pmThursday 25 September from 10.00am to 5.00pmFriday 26 September from 10.00am to 6.00pmSaturday 27 September from 10.00am to 6.00pmSunday 28 September from 9.00am to 3.00pm*N.B. Trading hours subject to change.

The IRONMAN Malaysia Expo will feature a selection of all your swim, bike and run needs for both athletes and the general public to enjoy. The Expo provides the ideal opportunity for athletes to stock up on last minute equipment needs and talk to the experts behind the brand.

MERCHANDISEEvent merchandise will be available for purchase from the IRONMAN Merchandise Store at Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall during the following hours:

Trading Hours:

Wednesday 24 September from 10.00am to 6.00pmThursday 25 September from 10.00am to 5.00pmFriday 26 September from 10.00am to 6.00pmSaturday 27 September from 10.00am to 6.00pmSunday 28 September from 9.00am to 3.00pm*N.B. Trading hours subject to change

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WELCOME FUNCTIONThe IRONMAN Malaysia Welcome Dinner and Athlete Compulsory Race Briefing will be located at the Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre (MIEC) on Thursday 25 September from 6.00pm to 8.30pm.

Please note that shuttle buses will be running from the LADA Car Park (near to Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall) to the MIEC from 5.00pm to 6.15pm. Buses will be returning from MIEC to the LADA Car Park from 8.30pm – 9.30pm.

Please go to the Information Booth located at Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall on Wednesday 24 and Thursday 25 September for more details and ticket sales.

COMPULSORY PRE-RACE BRIEFING The Compulsory Pre-Race briefing will be held at the Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre (MIEC) on Thursday 25 September from 7.45pm (approx.) to 8.30pm following the official Welcome Dinner. All athletes are required to attend this briefing. If you do not wish to attend the Welcome Dinner please arrive at 7.45pm (approx.) for the start of the briefing.

Entry into the Welcome Dinner is included in all IRONMAN Malaysia competitors’ fees; therefore you will need your competitor ID wristband (to be collected during Athlete Check-In) for entry. Please note that shuttle buses will be running from the LADA Car Park (near to Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall) to the MIEC from 5.00pm to 6.15pm. Buses will be returning from MIEC to the LADA Car Park from 8.30pm – 9.30pm.

Please go to the Information Booth located at Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall on Wednesday 24 and Thursday 25 September for more details and ticket sales. Friends and family are able to purchase tickets from the Information Booth at the IRONMAN Malaysia Expo prior to the event.

The Pro Athlete Briefing will be held at the Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa on Friday 26 September at 12noon.

PRE-RACE TRAININGThere will be two opportunities to practice a section of the Swim Course; Thursday 25th and Friday 26th September between 7.30am and 9.00am.

If wishing to swim outside of these times, there are swimming beaches in Pantai Kok and Pantai Cenang amongst many others. It is highly advised that you read any warning signs before entering the water to ensure you are aware of the local conditions.

When you are on the road cycling or running, remember the rules of the road. Do not ride two abreast on narrow road sections and obey all traffic rules. Being a competitor does not exempt you from the law. Be courteous to motorists. Wearing your helmet whilst cycling is strongly recommended for yours’ and others safety. Also, please make sure you lock your bike whenever you leave it.



RACE DAY PARKINGParking near Transition will be available with limited space available. Please ensure you do not park on the event course and be aware of advisory parking signs.

Carparking is also available at the LADA carpark, located next to the Langkawi Shopping Mall.

TRANSITION – RACE DAY MORNINGThe Transition will be open from 5:00am-6:30am on Saturday 27 September morning. All competitors must be out of transition by 6:30am and making their way down to the Swim Start area.

PLEASE BE AWARE – due to the limitation of space at the swim start, athletes will not be allowed a pre-race swim warm up from the start pontoon area. Please follow directions given by Event Marshals.Your Athlete ID Wristband will allow you access into Transition.

COMPETITOR RACE NUMBERWearing your race number is COMPULSORY for the RUN leg. Your number must be clearly visible. If you plan to use an elastic race number belt, then, it will be necessary to ensure the complete race number is displayed. Competitors must ensure that their torso is covered throughout the Bike and the Run. You must not fold, cut or manipulate your race number in any way.

GEAR BAGSPlease read the gear bag process below:

Pre-Race Collection

�� Collect your Bike (blue), Run (red) and Street (black) gear bags with your kit at Athlete Check-In

�� Competitors are required to provide their own Special Needs Bags (plastic bags) as needed. Tags and marker pens will be available on Race Day morning.

Pre-Race Drop off – Friday

�� Bike Gear Bags & Run Gear Bags must be dropped to Transition during Compulsory Overnight Bike Racking.

RACE DAY INFORMATIONRACE DAY CHECK LIST

TRANSITION:

ID Wristband

Bike pump (Bike mechanics will have these on site so please refrain from bringing your own)

Nutrition to strap/secure to your bike

SWIM:

Race supplied Swim cap

Timing Chip

Tri suit (if applicable)

Goggles

BIKE:

Bike

Bike seat post sticker Bike shoes safely clipped onto your bike,

if not already packed into your Blue Bike Bag Special needs bag, containing any extra

requirements you will need on course

RUN:

Race bib (compulsory only for run leg only)

Special needs bag, containing any extra requirements you may need on course, including warm clothing

RECOVERY:Black Street Gear Bag, containing all of your post-race requirements including warm clothing.


Pre-Race Drop off - Saturday

�� The drop off zone will be located near the Transition on your way to the Swim start and WILL CLOSE AT 6.30AM. Competitors are responsible for handing their bags into the separate locations identified below. These locations will be clearly marked on Race Day morning:

• Bike Special Needs Bag – Bike Special Needs Vehicle

• Run Special Needs Bag – Run Special Needs Vehicle

• Street Gear Bag – Street Gear Bag vehicle to be transported to the Athlete Recovery area at Langkawi Eagle Square.

During the Race

�� Special needs bags will be delivered to their respective Special Needs stations �� Competitors are asked to verbally advise volunteers of their competitor number as they approach, to speed up the process of locating their bags.

Post Race Collection

�� Bags will be available from the following locations and timing:

• Saturday 27 SeptemberBike Gear Bags, Run Gear Bags and bikes will be available for collection from 7.00pm to 10.00pm on Race Day from Transition.

• Sunday 28 SeptemberStreet Gear Bags – to be collected from Transition between 8.00am-11.00am.

Bike Gear Bags, Run Gear Bags, Special Needs and bikes will be available for collection from Transition on Saturday 27 September between 7.00pm – 10.00pm and Sunday 28 September 8:00am -11:00am

Please note: it is the responsibility of the athletes to collect, hand in and pickup their bags from the appropriate locations and the appropriate times, as well as ensure they are marked correctly. Bike pumps may be handed in with the Street Gear Bag; these will be stored separately to the bags and will be available for collection post race.

SPECIAL NEEDS BAGSSpecial Needs Bags for the Bike and Run will need to be provided by the competitor (plastic bags). We STRONGLY Recommend that you use a disposable plastic bag as we will not be responsible to return any left over special needs bags. Please use the

clear plastic bags and the Special Needs Bag stickers provided in your event pack and hand over to Volunteers at the Special Needs Bag drop-off point on Race Day morning. The bags will be taken out to the respective Special Needs Stations for your collection during the race.

Examples of what you could have in these bags include:

Bike Special NeedsTourist Information Centre, Kuah Town (TBC)

�� Vaseline�� Frozen sports drink bottle

Run Special NeedsCHOGM Playground Aid Station, Kuah Town

�� Vaseline�� Salt tablets�� Reflective top or cap, if running in the dark

All specific food items must be sealed.

Aid StationsThe Transition Aid Station, located after the Change Tent, will offer:

�� Water�� Sunscreen�� Vaseline

The Bike Course has 5 Aid Stations spread within approximately 20km of each other.

The Bike Course Aid Stations will offer:

�� Water (Ice Mountain bottled water)�� 100 Plus Isotonic (Original flavour) – lightly carbonated�� De-gassed Coca-Cola�� Powerbar gels�� Bananas�� Vaseline �� Ice�� Sunscreen

The Bike Course Aid Stations are located at:

�� C1 – Bypass Road, Langkawi Highway (7km / 94km)�� C2 – Nor Motel opposite Klinik Ayer Hangat (23km / 110km)�� C3 – UKM Research Centre (40km / 126km)�� C4 – Crocodile Farm (60km / 147km)�� C5 – Sungai Itau Mosque (77km / 164km)


The Run Course has 4 x multi-pass Aid Stations spread within approximately 1.5km of each other. Please note that glow sticks will be made available on the Run Course prior to sunset. All competitors will be required to wear these items for safety reason if they find themselves out on course at this point in time. See ‘glow sticks’ under the ‘Run Course’ Section for more information.

The Run Course Aid Stations will offer:

�� Diluted RedBull (only provided at R1)�� Water (Ice Mountain bottled water)�� 100 Plus Isotonic (Original flavour) – lightly carbonated�� De-gassed Coca-Cola�� Powerbar gels�� Bananas�� Watermelons�� Vaseline�� Ice�� Lollies�� Glow Sticks

The Run Course Aid Stations are located at:

�� R1 – Playground, CHOGM Park (inbound only)�� R2 – Legenda Park Entrance (outbound only)�� R3 – Night Market Bridge (inbound & outbound)�� R4 – Stadium Entrance (inbound & outbound)

The Recovery Aid Station will offer:

�� Drinks�� Fruit�� Hot food

PICK UPSSlow down when entering pickup zone; don’t stop! Water will be provided first, 100 Plus Isotonic and Coca-Cola second, Food Third, then 100 Plus Isotonic and Coca-Cola, then water again. It is recommended start the event with a minimum of 2 bidons.

DISCARDS/DROP ZONESEach Aid Station will have drop zones clearly marked either side of the station (approx. 100m on bike and 50m on run). This is the area to discard bottles/bidons, gel wrappers, banana skins etc. Discarding items on any other part of the course except at designated drop zones may result in a littering infringement or disqualification.

BIKE AND RUN COURSE AID STATION SETUP:

TOILETSToilets will be located at the near to the Start area, inside Transition and at the finish line precinct. There will also be toilets available at every Aid Station along the course.

HYDRATIONBy now most people are aware that sporting events can lead to significant dehydration which can have performance, health and safety consequences. What people do not always know is how to most effectively get and stay hydrated. An important thing to remember is that we can lose fluid faster than we can physiologically replace it. It is for this reason that you as an athlete need to have a hydration plan.

Pre-EventMake sure you are hydrated before you begin your activity. If you are dehydrated before you start, you will quickly enter the danger zone.

Stay HydratedThe amount of fluid you need to consume during exercise is dependent on the intensity and also the weather conditions. The best way to achieve this is to sip very frequently, approximately 4 or 5 sips every 10 minutes.

AfterBecause your metabolic rate continues to be elevated for some time after your sport, you will need to keep drinking and consume another 50% of what you drank during your sporting effort.

DISCARD TOILETS WATER100 PLUS

ISOTONIC & COCA-COLA

FOOD100 PLUS

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CUT OFF TIMES Swim – 2 hours 20mins.

Bike – 10 hours 30 mins from the Start Time. Any cyclists unable to reach this cut-off will be collected by event SAG Wagons.

Run – 17 hours from the Start Time.

If you believe these cut off times may be a problem, please email [email protected]

AGE GROUP CATEGORIESAge is calculated 31 December 2014

CODE CATEGORY GENDER MIN. AGE

MAX. AGE

A PRO MALE 18B PRO FEMALE 18C 18-24 MALE 18 24D 18-24 FEMALE 18 24E 25-29 MALE 25 29F 25-29 FEMALE 25 29G 30-34 MALE 30 34H 30-34 FEMALE 30 34I 35-39 MALE 35 39J 35-39 FEMALE 35 39K 40-44 MALE 40 44L 40-44 FEMALE 40 44M 45-49 MALE 45 49N 45-49 FEMALE 45 49O 50-54 MALE 50 54P 50-54 FEMALE 50 54Q 55-59 MALE 55 59R 55-59 FEMALE 55 59S 60-64 MALE 60 64T 60-64 FEMALE 60 64U 65-69 MALE 65 69V 65-69 FEMALE 65 69W 70-74 MALE 70 74X 70-74 FEMALE 70 74Y 75-79 MALE 75 79Z 75-79 FEMALE 75 79

YY 80+ MALE 80ZZ 80+ FEMALE 80



CUT OFF TIME – 2 hours 20 mins

SWIM COURSE SUMMARYStarting from the Tourist Jetty, athletes will swim 1 lap of the triangular shaped course. The surrounding islands provide the perfect focal point as athletes head out towards Palau Dayang island before turning straight towards the iconic Eagle. Spectators will have the perfect vantage point of the swim course from Dataran Lang, commonly known as Eagle Square to watch competitors swim past the iconic landmark. On completion of the swim, athletes have a 250m run to transition.

In Pelabuhan Bass, water temperatures in September hover around a balmy 30C (86F).

PLEASE BE AWARE – due to the limitation of space at the swim start, athletes will not be allowed a pre-race swim warm up from the start pontoon area. Please follow directions given by Event Marshals.

SWIM START – ROLLING STARTThe event will incorporate a deep water start for Professional Athletes, followed by a rolling swim start for Age Groupers.

Each competitors own, unique race time will begin once they have crossed the timing mat just before entering the water. Age group athletes will self-seed themselves upon exiting transition on the way to the Swim Start. There will be four different zones to choose from depending on an athlete’s expected swim time. The zones are:

1. Under 1 hour 15 minutes2. 1 hour 16 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes

3. 1 hour 31 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes4. 1 hour 46 minutes plus

It is critical to note that your race time will start once you have crossed the Swim Start timing mat next to the water’s edge.

SWIM COURSE RULES1. Wetsuits are not allowed

2. All swimmers must wear the swim caps provided by the Organizer.

3. All swimmers are required to wear proper swimming attire during the entire swimming course. Clothing covering any part of the arms below the shoulders and clothing covering any of the leg below the knee is deemed illegal equipment and is not permitted. Compression wear may NOT be worn DURING non-tri suit swims, but may be worn upon the completion of the swim.

4. Fins, paddles, pool buoys, snorkels or any swimming aids are not allowed.

5. Swim goggles and facemasks may be worn.

6. Support crews are not allowed. Any assistance received during the swim will result in immediate disqualification (with the exception of medical aid).

7. Athletes are permitted to hold on to water safety crafts and rest pontoons as long as NO forward progress is made. Any assistance required during the swim will result in disqualification if forward progress is made.

8. If an athlete is reported for an infringement during the Swim, they may be required to serve a three (3) minute time penalty in a designated area prior to entering the Swim/Bike marquee.

9. Water safety and/or medical personnel reserve the right to remove an athlete from the course if deemed medically necessary.

10. No one is permitted to be in the Swim Course other than the participants and officials.

11. Swimmers in difficulty shall signal the safety boat/kayak for assistance.

12. Athletes found not to have completed the entire swim course will be disqualified.

*PLEASE NOTE: ANY ATHLETE ELECTING NOT TO RACE MUST NOTIFY THE DROP OUT CLERK IMMEDIATELY.

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ABOVE ALL, THE SAFETY OF EACH SWIMMER IS OUR PRIME CONCERN. A FULL SWEEP OF THE COURSE WILL BE MADE DIRECTLY BEHIND THE LAST SWIMMER. VISUAL AID WILL BE PROVIDED BY THE LIFEGUARDS, DIVERS, CANOES, AND KAYAKS, BUOYS AND AQUATIC CRAFTS THAT LINE THE COURSE.

TRANSITION PROCEDURE – SWIM TO BIKE At the Swim Exit, you will pass over a timing mat, move through the showers and head towards Transition. Upon entering the Gear Bag Tent to collect your Blue Bike Bag, taking care to check you collect your numbered bag, proceed into the Male / Female Change Tent area.

Blue Bike Bags will be hanging on racks in numerical order. Find your numbered Blue bike Bag and head towards the Male / Female Change Tent. Do not completely remove your trisuit until you are in the Change Tent. Separate male and female change areas are inside the Change Tent. Volunteers are allowed, and will assist you with your transition (removing tri suit etc). You must place discarded swim gear

(including tri suits) in the emptied Blue Bike Bag and hand to awaiting volunteers before exiting the tent.

TRANSITION RULES1. Discarded gear equipment (i.e. swim cap, trisuit)

must be packed back into your Blue Bike Bag and placed at the designated location.

2. You must fasten your helmet before removing your bike from the rack in transition.

3. Your helmet must remain securely fastened at all times that you are in control of your bike. This includes while you are wheeling your bike from the rack to the mounting area.

4. You must not mount your bike until reaching the designated mount zone.

5. You must not touch or interfere with another athlete’s equipment in the transition area. This includes the Gear Bag Tent and Change Tent.



CUT OFF TIME – 10 hours 30mins after Start Time

BIKE COURSE SUMMARYThe two-loop Bike Course heads out of Kuah town on a clockwise loop from the southernmost point around the mountain ‘Gunung Raya’ and into the North. Passing through several local villages ‘Kampungs’, athletes will get a true taste of the colourful sights and sounds and local communities of the island. Athletes will enjoy the local wildlife and winding terrain, passing The Langkawi Falls on route to the Datai turnaround. The loop will continue along the coastline heading around Ayer Hangat back towards Kuah Town.

The course will take place on shared roadways with local traffic in order to maintain an access route to Langkawi International Airport.

PARTS AND SERVICESThe event bike mechanic will be set up in Transition on Friday 26 September from 9.00am to 12.00pm and again from 3.00pm to 5.00pm, where they will be conducting MINOR mechanic services. A limited ‘emergency service’ will be available on race morning. Roaming mechanics will also be available on the Bike Course. Event mechanics may provide some tools and spares to enable athletes to conduct their own repairs, mechanics are unable to carry out any repairs. Please notify an official if you require mechanic assistance or to be picked up by the Sag Wagon. There will be no spare wheels available from mechanics. Please note due to the complexities of operating such a service under racing conditions, an athlete should carry minor equipment and can expect delays.

TRAFFICThere will be vehicular traffic on the course in places. Please exercise vigilance and tolerance when traffic is encountered, particularly at all roundabouts and intersections. Normal road rules will apply. Police officers, traffic controllers, marshals and event crews will be on course. There are some traffic diversions in place for the duration to minimise the traffic flow on the bike course.

BIKE COURSE AID STATIONSRefer to the ‘Aid Stations’ section under Race Day Information in this booklet.

SAG WAGONThere will be SAG Wagons on course to collect those cyclists who are unable to complete the event, or have not finished the Bike Course, by the course cut-off time. Collected cyclists will be transported to the closest Aid Station or back to Transition.

BIKE COURSE RULES 1. Athletes may walk their bike if necessary but

may not make progress on the bike course unaccompanied by their bike.

2. Shoes and a top must be worn at all times on the bike course.

3. Drafting of another bike or any other vehicle is strictly prohibited and illegal in this event. An athlete found drafting will be served with a time infringement by Triathlon Australia officials.

4. A pass occurs when the leading edge of the overtaking athlete’s front wheel passes the leading edge of the front wheel of the athlete being passed.

5. Athletes have 25-seconds to complete a pass.

6. Athletes must pass on the right hand side of the athlete being passed otherwise the athlete making the pass will receive an illegal pass infringement.

7. The draft distance is 12 metres (7 bike lengths) between bikes measured from the back edge of the rear wheel of the leading bike to the leading edge of the front wheel of the following bike. As a guide, on roads with broken line markings each line is 3 metres in length and the distance between lines is 9 metres.

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8. Athletes must keep 12 metres between bikes unless making a pass. Athletes not complying will receive a drafting infringement.

9. Athletes who enter the 12 metre draft distance of a forward bike must complete the pass in 25 seconds. Athletes who fail to complete the pass will receive a drafting infringement.

10. Athletes overtaken who fail to drop back 12 metres will receive a drafting infringement.

11. Athletes who are making a pass on more than one athlete and ”drop in” between the athletes where the distance between those athletes is not greater than 12 metres will receive a drafting infringement.

12. Athletes must ride single file on the far left side of the bike course at all times unless making a pass or for safety reasons. Athletes who fail to keep left will receive a blocking infringement.

13. If an athlete is reported for a drafting or blocking infringement during the Bike leg, they will be required to serve a four (4) minute time penalty in a Penalty Box on the bike course, prior to entering the Bike/Run transition marquee.

14. An athlete’s draft distance may overlap the draft distance of another athlete in the following circumstances:

• In passing the forward athlete and at all times passing through but for a period of no more than 25 seconds

• For safety reasons• For an Aid Station• For leaving or entering the transition area• Making an acute turn

15. An athlete observed deliberately discarding equipment, bidons or rubbish/trash on the course other than when entering or leaving an Aid Station will receive a littering infringement.

16. An athlete who receives three (3) or more infringements, these may be any combination of time penalties or Stop-Start penalties, will be disqualified.

17. Athletes found not to have completed the entire bike course will be disqualified.

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IMPORTANT COURSE INFORMATION - MONKEY ZONE OVERVIEWA Monkey Zone has been identified along the Bike Course. The local area of Datai is renowned for a high concentration of monkeys. The zone is located between 46km – 58km, 133km – 145km as illustrated on the map above.

Athlete should expect to see monkeys beside and on the road particularly in this zone. Athletes need to be cautious and aware of their surrounds whilst in the area and ride to the conditions.

The Organiser advises athletes that this is a “NO FOOD ZONE”, where athletes should not consume gels, bars or nutritional items and littering will be a major offence.

PERSONAL SAFETY Some simple rules for athletes on the Bike Course to help understand the behaviour of monkeys and reduce the risk of incidents, and should be promoted to the public so they can take appropriate self-precautions.

The below points are promoted by the Langkawi Development Authority (LADA) and are taken into considerations when undertaking activities throughout the event;

• DO NOT feed the monkeys: feeding one monkey will attract many more and denying food can trigger aggressive behaviour.

• DO NOT litter: Discarding litter and waste for food remnants will increase the association of human with food.

• DO NOT stop or slow down: Stopping or slowing down to view monkeys will attract more monkeys and can be a sign of threat and aggression.

• DO NOT take photos: flashes and reflections from the camera lens can trigger aggressive behaviour.

• DO NOT play or grab items: using a bag strap or clothing for play or tug of war can trigger aggressive behaviour.

• Avoid eye contact with monkeys: showing the whites of your eye is a sign of threat and aggression. Avoid smiling at monkeys; showing your teeth is a sign of threat and aggression

If you are threatened by a monkey: stand your ground, wave your arms, or pick up a stick if there are any available. If you must retreat, back away slowly while still facing the monkey; running or showing fear will encourage their behaviour rather than causing them to back down.

If you are bitten by a monkey: immediately scrub with clean water and soap. Every scratch or bite must be checked by a doctor as soon as possible. Monkeys are regular carriers of rabies; even the ones not rabid can create dangerous infections and fevers due to the high level of bacteria in their mouths.

Rabies has no early symptoms and is fatal if not treated immediately.

TRANSITION PROCEDURE – BIKE TO RUN As you dismount your bike in the Bike Finish Chute, volunteer ‘bike catchers’ will take your bike for racking. Hand your bike off to the catcher, (do not throw as this will be deemed as unsportsmanlike conduct and may result in disqualification), and proceed into the Change Tent to collect your Red Run Bag.

Red Run Bags will be hanging on racks in numerical order. Separate male and female change areas are inside the marquee and volunteers will assist you with your transition. You must enter the change area even if you only need to put on running shoes. You will not be allowed to change into any run gear outside the change tent as per Triathlon Australia regulations. You must place discarded bike gear in the emptied Red Run Bag and hand to awaiting volunteers before exiting the tent.


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CUT OFF TIME – 17 hours after Start Time

RUN COURSE SUMMARYAthletes will exit Transition onto the Run Course heading into Kuah Town towards Langkawi Eagle Square to begin their four laps. Athletes will then head north winding past Legenda Park and CHOGM Park and out of town through quiet, local streets before entering the stadium grounds and towards the run turnaround at the front of Langkawi Stadium.

Returning past local night markets and through beautiful parklands, athletes will experience the best Malaysia has to offer, where locals and spectators alike will line the streets, embracing the tropical IRONMAN Malaysia Run Course.

RUN COURSE LAP WRISTBANDSAthletes will be handed a silicone wristband as they exit from the Langkawi Eagle Square at the Legenda Park Car Park. It is the athlete’s responsibility to ensure he/she receives the four (4) coloured wristbands in order to be classified as a finisher on entering the Finish Chute. Upon receiving the forth lap band, this will be the final time an athlete completes a full lap. Once back at Langkawi Eagle Square, they will continue straight down the Finish chute instead of turning left to complete another lap. There will be signs on course to remind athletes of this.

DISTANCE MARKERSDistance markers will be located at every 2 kilometres interval along the run course.

GLOW STICKSFor athletes running at dusk and into the night, glow sticks will be issued to you at Aid stations. The glowstick should be attached to your body or clothing with the safety pin provided. Athletes must take particular care at this time in the race.

RUN AID STATIONSRefer to the ‘Aids Stations’ section under Race Day Information in this booklet.

RUN COURSE RULES If an athlete receives an infringement during the Run, they may be required to serve a stop-start penalty on the course with the Technical Official where the infringement occurred.

1. No form of locomotion other than running, walking or crawling is allowed.

2. Crawling is only allowed in the finish chute and an athlete observed crawling will be assessed by medical personnel and may be withdrawn from the event.

3. Athletes are required to wear their race number bib on their front or race belt with the number visible at all times.

4. Individual support vehicles or non-participant runners are banned from the course. A non-participant escort runner includes supporters, coaches, athletes who have withdrawn from the race, athletes who have been disqualified or athletes who have finished the race. It is permissible for an athlete who is still competing, to run with other athletes who are still competing.

5. An athlete observed deliberately discarding equipment, bidons, cups or rubbish/trash on the course other than at the designated drop zones when entering or leaving an Aid Station will receive a littering infringement.

6. A shirt or racing top must be worn at all times.

7. Athletes found not to have completed the entire course may be disqualified.

8. Any athlete caught removing their visibility aid, will be disqualified and taken off the course.

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RULES APPLYING TO ALL SEGMENTS OF THE RACE

1. It is the athlete’s responsibility to know all aspects of the swim, bike and run courses.

2. Once an athlete competes in the Professional Athlete category in the IRONMAN or IRONMAN 70.3 qualifying race series season, the athlete cannot compete in that year’s IRONMAN or IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship as an age group athlete.

3. Athletes are expected to follow the directions and instructions of all race officials and public authorities.

4. Medical personnel shall have final authority to remove an athlete from the race if the athlete is judged to be physically incapable of continuing the race without risk of serious injury or death. Medical transport of any athlete will result in the athlete being classified as Did Not Finish (DNF).

5. Performance Enhancing drugs or procedures are strictly prohibited. Athletes may be requested to undergo drug testing before and after the event. If you are requested to do so, you hereby agree to abide by such testing procedures. Athletes should refer to the IRONMAN Anti-Doping Policy section contained on the IRONMAN website.

6. The Medical Control Rules set forth by Triathlon Australia, in harmony with WTC Anti-Doping regulations and policies on banned substances, will be binding on all athletes. In addition, other rules and regulations, even if not yet recognised by the WTC Anti-Doping, may be instituted, which if such occurs, you agree to abide by.

7. Should any athlete have an Adverse Analytical Finding according to the WTC Anti-Doping code, all procedures with regards to handling of the sample, notification, testing of the B Sample, adjudication and suspensions will be in accordance with WTC rules.

8. Fraud, theft, abusive treatment of volunteers or others and acts of poor sportsmanship are grounds for immediate disqualification and will result in an

athlete being suspended from competing in any IRONMAN event in the future.

9. If an athlete decides to withdraw from the race at any time, it is the responsibility of the athlete to report to the drop out clerk located at Transition and hand in his/her timing band and chip immediately. It is essential that race officials know where athletes are on the course at all times. Failure to comply after withdrawing from the race may result in an athlete being prevented from competing in any IRONMAN event in the future.

10. IRONMAN reserves the right to make rule changes at any time provided all athletes are notified in writing and/or at the pre-race briefing meetings.

11. Communication devices of any type are strictly forbidden during competition. Use of such devices may result in disqualification.

12. IRONMAN does not allow the transfer of an athlete’s registration to another athlete – no exceptions will be made to this rule. Any attempt to transfer registration will result in disqualification and suspension from future participation in any IRONMAN event. Transfers between events within the calendar year can be granted under IRONMAN Transfer Policy. Please contact the event for further details.

13. The use of cameras or video cameras is prohibited unless permission is given by IRONMAN Asia- Pacific. If permission to use a camera or video camera has been granted by IRONMAN Asia-Pacific it is the athlete’s duty to notify the Race Referee. Unauthorised use of cameras or video cameras will result in disqualification.

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A Contingency Committee has been established to consult, make decisions and manage the implementation of any contingency plan. The following individuals will sit on the committee:

Race Director David RayEvent Manager CG LimRace Referee Shanelle Barrett

The Contingency Committee will meet at 9:00am on Thursday 25 & Friday 26 September to discuss any forecasted extreme weather patterns for Race Day and review plans in the event of cancelling or altering any component(s) of the race. If the Committee’s decision is to change the advertised event format, this will be advised to competitors on the day this is taken i.e. Athlete Check-In, Welcome Dinner (Thursday 25 September) and Bike Check-In (Friday 26 September).

Should weather conditions either improve or deteriorate following the Bike Check-In, the Contingency Committee will meet at 4:30am on Saturday 27 September and any change to the advertised or revised event format will be announced to athletes commencing at 5.00am and then every 5-minutes until 6.30am when Transition closes.

The Contingency Committee will ensure that they provide a duty of care to all athletes, staff, volunteers and spectators with the well-being of individuals being of the highest importance. Extreme weather may be defined as weather that threatens the immediate or long-term of individuals as a result of rain, lightning, wind or heat. The risk to individual well-being is IRONMAN’s foremost responsibility and have identified reducing heat injury in sport in forecasted conditions a main priority. The Contingency Committee will make their decision should conditions such as, but not limited to, any of the following be either forecast or prevail:

�� Extreme Temperature

�� Extreme Weather Conditions

The Contingency Committee may consider implementing one or more of the following strategies if deemed necessary in the interests of competitor safety:

�� Shorten the distance of one or more of the legs (swim, bike, run).

�� Start the event earlier or later.

�� Deletion of a leg to allow for a Duathlon (extreme

cold or dangerous water) or Aquathlon (extreme heat).

�� Cancel the event.

The following information presents a number of scenarios that may be implemented should circumstances dictate.

CONTINGENCY SWIM COURSEThe Contingency Committee may choose one of the following options:

1. If the conditions are not considered life threatening, delay the scheduled event start for no more than 1-hour and reassess conditions at that time.

2. If the conditions are not considered life threatening, the swim will be reduced as required.

3. If the conditions are considered life threatening, cancel the swim and replace it with a run, thus turning the event into a Duathlon.

Where the decision is taken to either delay the event start or reduce the swim distance the Contingency Committee may elect to announce a revised cut-off time for any segment of the event.

Where the decision is taken to conduct a Duathlon the process will be:

1. Athletes will retrieve their Run Gear Bag from the transition tent and change into their run gear. Their swim gear, with the exception of their swim cap, will be placed into their Run Gear Bag and the bag handed to volunteers in the transition tent.

2. At 7.00 am (this time is subject to change) Pro Athletes will be called to assemble outside the Bike Exit at Transition followed by age group athletes.

3. The event will start at 7.20am (this time is subject to change) with athletes running towards the Langkawi Sports Complex before being turned back to transition, where they will collect their Bike Gear Bag and enter the Change Tent where they will place their run gear into their Bike Gear Bag and proceed onto the bike leg as normal (a total 5km run).

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CONTINGENCY BIKE COURSEIn the instance of a section of the course being impassable the Contingency Committee will meet with Police to ascertain whether the course will be cleared and in what timeframe or whether an alternative route can be found to bypass the impacted section. The action taken will depend on whether this was identified pre race start or post bike course start.

1. If the course will be cleared in an acceptable timeframe, say 30-minutes, the Contingency Committee may either start at the scheduled time or elect to delay the event start.

2. If the course will not be cleared in an acceptable timeframe, say 30-minutes, or an alternative route is identified the Contingency Committee may elect to delay the event start so that the required course infrastructure can be implemented and athletes advised of any new course segment.

3. If the course will not be cleared and an alternative route cannot be identified within 1-hour of the scheduled event start the Contingency Committee may elect to either declare the event a swim and run only or cancel the event.

4. In the event of an incident after race start the Committee will meet to revise the course.

5. If there is a delay following the race start there will be an adjustment to ensure all cyclists are off the course by 5.30pm.

CONTINGENCY RUN COURSEIn the instance of a section of the course being impassable the Contingency Committee will meet with Police to ascertain whether the course will be cleared and in what timeframe or whether an alternative route can be found to bypass the impacted section. The action taken will depend on whether this was identified pre race start or post run course start.

Pre Race Start1. If the course will be cleared in an acceptable

timeframe, say 30-minutes, the Contingency Committee will start the event at the scheduled time.

2. If the course will not be cleared in an acceptable timeframe, say 30-minutes, or an alternative route is identified the Contingency Committee may elect to delay the event start so that athletes can be advised of the new course segment.

3. If the course will not be cleared and an alternative route cannot be identified within 1-hour of the

scheduled race start the Contingency Committee may elect to either declare the event a swim and bike only or cancel the event.

4. If there is a delay following the race start there will be an adjustment to ensure all runners are off the course by midnight.

5. If the course will not be cleared and an alternative route cannot be identified within 1-hour of the scheduled race start the Contingency Committee may elect to either declare the event a swim and bike only or cancel the event.

Post Run Course StartAthletes will be required to stop in the direction they are travelling on either side of the incident.

1. If the course will be cleared in an acceptable timeframe, say 30-minutes, the event will proceed with athletes being released at 15-second intervals based on their position prior to the stoppage.

2. If the course will not be cleared in an acceptable timeframe, say 30-minutes, and an alternative course is identified the event will proceed with athletes being released on the alternate course at 15-second intervals based on their position prior to the stoppage.

3. If the course will not be cleared in an acceptable timeframe, say 30-minutes, and an alternative course cannot be identified the Contingency Committee may elect to either declare the event a swim and bike only or cancel the event.

WeatherWhere athletes are on the run course the Contingency Committee may choose one of the following options.

1. If the conditions are considered non life threatening and it is expected they will improve in an acceptable timeframe, say 30-minutes, the Contingency Committee may elect to allow athletes to continue racing.

2. If the conditions are considered non life threatening and it is expected they will not improve in an accept able timeframe, say 30-minutes, the Contingency Committee may elect to reduce the run course to either 1-lap or 2-laps depending on the position of the lead athlete. Athletes will be advised of any reduction in laps at both run turns.

3. If the conditions are considered life threatening and/or it is expected they will not improve within 1-hour the event will be stopped and declared a swim and bike event only.


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FINISH LINE AND RECOVERY PROCEDURES Friends and family members, including children are not permitted in the finish chute or finish area. We ask that all athletes respect the finish line area and ensure that celebrations do not interfere with other athlete’s finish line experience.

As you cross the line, volunteer catchers will be there to escort you to the secured recovery area. These catchers will endeavour to briefly assess you as you proceed and may need to take you directly to the Medical tent for treatment. If you do not require any treatment you will be able to proceed to the other finish compound facilities. Hot and cold food, fruit and drinks will be served within the designated area in Recovery.

Finishers Shirts will be available for collection from the designated tent within the Recovery area by all official Finishers at the completion of their race. Please show your finishers medal to receive your finishers shirt.

TIMING CHIP RETURNYou will need to take off your timing chip at the completion of your race and return this to the volunteers at the Finish Line. Any unreturned timing chips will be charged at a fee of US$150 per chip (as per rules and regulation written on the timing chip envelope).

STREET GEAR BAG COLLECTION All Black Street Gear Bags will be available for collection after the race in the recovery area. All bags that are not collected on Race Day will be available Sunday 28 September between 8.00am and 11.00am during bike collection at transition.

BIKE COLLECTIONAthletes will be advised when bikes can exit transition. Athletes found not complying with this procedure may be reported to officials for possible disqualification. You must be wearing your ID wristband to collect any bike or equipment from the Transition area. Transition will be open on Saturday 27 September from 7.00pm to 10.00pm or Sunday 28 September from 8.00am to 11.00am for Bike Check Out.

The opening time will be dependent on the time the last runner is out on course, and will be announced by commentators on the day.

Please be aware that only athletes can enter transition to ensure the security of all athletes’ bikes. Please note that we cannot allow children, pets, friends or family in to the transition area for bike collection even if they are with a bike collecting athlete.

All bikes, Blue Bike/Red Run Bags and Special Needs Bags will be available for collection at transition on either Saturday 27 September from 7.00pm to 10pm or Sunday 28 September from 8.00am to 11.00am. The transition area will become unsecure (no security guards) after 11.00am on Sunday – officials take no responsibility from this time onwards. It is your responsibility to get your bike out before this time.

MASSAGE – RACE DAYTrained massage therapists will on hand to provide a brief massage service for you. Delays may occur, do not congregate in areas where you block finishing competitors being assisted to Recovery.

PRIZES AND AWARDS CEREMONYElite category male and female offer a total prize money of US40,000. Trophies will be awarded for 1st-3rd placing and in each individual age group category.

All prizes will be presented at the IRONMAN Awards Night on Sunday 28 September at Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa commencing at 5.00pm (doors open at 4.45pm). Entry into the Awards Night is included for all IRONMAN competitors – you will need your wristband for entry – please keep this on following the completion of your race. Friends and families are able to purchase tickets online prior to the event. Any unsold tickets will be available for purchase from the Information Booth at IRONMAN Malaysia Expo.

If you are not present, please contact IRONMAN

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Place Men Women 1st USD 8,000 USD 8,000 2nd USD 4,000 USD 4,000 3rd USD 3,000 USD 3,000 4th USD 2,500 USD 2,500 5th USD 1,500 USD 1,500 6th USD 1,000 USD 1,000

RESULTS Results will be available online via the Official IRONMAN Malaysia website on Monday 29 September. www.ironmanmalaysia.com

ROLL DOWN – IRONMAN WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP, KONA HAWAII Total SlotsThere are 40 Age Group qualifying slots for the 2015 IRONMAN World Championship (Saturday 10 October, in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii) available to Age Group finishers at IRONMAN Malaysia.

Final Slot Allocation will be determined on race day based on the number of official starters.

Qualified athletes are required to claim their IRONMAN World Championship slot in-person at the Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall on Sunday 27 September from 11.00am. Please bring a valid form of Photo ID with you and be prepared to pay the full entry fee with Credit or Debit Card only. No cheque or cash payments will be accepted.

RACE PHOTOSOfficial photographer Finisher Pix will be at the Finish Line on Race Day. Try to remember that the photographers will be at the Finish Line to capture your IRONMAN Malaysia finish so avoid looking down. Remember also your race number must be properly displayed on your front. Photos will be available on www.finisherpix.com. Simply browse through the thumbnails and purchase any shots of yourself, friends or family.

So what do you need to do?

�� Register your email address at www.finisherpix.com to be notified as soon as photos are online

�� Please be sure you have your helmet sticker visible on the FRONT of your bike helmet so we can identify your biking photos

�� Please be sure to keep your bib number visible on the FRONT of your body during the run & at the finish line so we can identify your photos

�� Smile & celebrate when you cross the finish line! Don’t worry about touching your watch, the timing company will ensure an accurate record of your achievement

�� Visit www.finisherpix.com within 24-48 hours after the race to view, order, and share your photos from your IRONMAN Malaysia event!

LOST PROPERTYAny personal items that are lost or misplaced, and handed in to race officials will be available for collection at the Information Desk on Sunday 28 September at the Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall or by emailing [email protected] post event.

Please note that the race organiser does not take responsibility for lost property. It will be your responsibility to cover any cost for its return to you.


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SPECTATOR POINTSThe best viewing for the Swim Start will be from the Langkawi Eagle Square as well as outside the Transition. Spectators please be aware that there will be limited viewing places and you will be required to listen to any directions given by event officials.

The place to be for all spectators in the finish line precinct will be Langkawi Eagle Square. Crowds of spectators will line the square with breathtaking views, while watching the runners do their finals laps before the Finish Line. There is an access path from the Tourist Jetty to the Langkawi Eagle Square through Legenda and CHOGM Parks.

RULES TO REMEMBER FOR CHEER SQUAD, FAMILY & FRIENDS�� DO NOT bike, drive or run beside a competitor on any part of the course. This is outside assistance and can lead to disqualification of that competitor.

�� DO NOT use permanent paint, spray paint or crayon for graffiti on any road. Chalk is acceptable but where permanent paint graffiti is identified to a competitor, that competitor will be disqualified.

�� DO make sure your competitor has read and knows the Triathlon Rules pertaining to this race, and has thoroughly read this booklet.

�� DO make sure your competitor keeps his/her Competitor Bib # secured to clothing and takes his/her timing band on race morning as this race is timed with a chip.

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EMERGENCY SERVICE CONTACTS

IRONMAN Hotline+(6)017-6866 501

Rescue and Road Services (fire department)Balai Bomba dan Penyelamat Langkawi, Jalan Kisap (District Office) (+6)04-969 3004

Bomba dan Penyelamat, Kuah (+6)04-966 4444

PoliceIbu Pejabat Polis Daerah (District Police Headquarters) (+6)04-966 6222

Polis Diraja Malaysia (PDRM) (+6)04-966 0042

Pengkalan Polis Marin Langkawi (Travelers Police Marin Langkawi) (+6)04-966 8687

Jabatan Pertahanan Awam Malaysia(JPAM, Civil Service Department) (+6)04-967 1804

Jabatan Laut Langkawi (Sea Deparment Langkawi) (+6)04-966 6134

HospitalHospital Daerah Langkawi (District Hospital Langkawi) (+6)04-966 3333

MedicalPusat Kesihatan (Langkawi Health Clinic) (+6)04-955 1355

Tourist InformationPusat Penerangan Pelancongan Jetty Kuah Langkawi(Langkawi Tourist Information Center) (+6)04-966 0494

Post OfficesPost Office Langkawi (+6)04-966 0455

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