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Callala Ultimate Triathlon 2016

C O M P E T I T O R H A N D B O O K

Big thanks to our event sponsors!


Welcome!

From the Race Director… This year is the first year Elite Energy Events holds Callala Ultimate Triathlon. This is race two in our newly branded Ultimate Series and the first time a race of this distance has been held at Callala. Elite Energy are proud to be returning to Callala, expanding our traditional triSeries events at this location. With the Callala Ultimate event being run on Sunday (and finishing in the daylight), we are very excited to be able to utilise Jervis Bay Waters for the swim leg and the surrounding bush for the mixed terrain run leg. Along with the Callala Ultimate Event, we have a packed and exciting weekend program that includes Club, Sprint, Enforcer & Enticer distance triathlons, MINIMAN kid’s Triathlon and a Health & Lifestyle Expo. Callala is a spectacular spot to race and holiday with great local cafes and restaurants, and a range of accommodation from camping, cabins, motels through to beach front homes. We all hope you will have time to also enjoy the wonder and scenic beauty of Callala and the Shoalhaven area as a whole. At the end of this booklet are some suggested activities and local attractions. More than 200 people from the surrounding areas have volunteered to support you over race weekend, and each one of them is committed to getting you to the magic of the finish line. Along with our volunteers, we thank the local communities and businesses who are disrupted by our event, and we thank your for your contribution and patience. We trust you will enjoy your experience in Callala and we thank you for choosing to participate in the Callala Ultimate Triathlon. Have a safe, enjoyable race and I look forward to welcoming you across the finish line! MARK ‘EMO’ EMERTON CEO, Elite Energy Events




RACE RULES & REGULATIONS To ensure that the event is safe and fair for all competitors Calalla Ultimate will be conducted within the provisions of Triathlon Australia Race Competition Rules. It is your responsibility to know and understand the Rules which are available at the following Link: http://www.triathlon.org.au/Technical/Race_Competition_Rules.htm All events are NON Drafting. 1. The draft distance is 12-metres (approx. 7 bike lengths) between bikes measured

between the leading edge of the front wheel of both the leading and following bicycle. 2. When overtaking you have 25 seconds to complete the pass and a pass MUST be

completed once the 12-metre draft zone is entered i.e. athletes who enter draft zone and do not complete the pass and drop back out of the draft zone may be penalized for drafting.

3. During the cycle leg of the Callala Ultimate Event, Drafting, Blocking, Illegal Pass, Helmet and Littering infringements incur a 5-minute time penalty to be served at the Penalty Box located approx. 100 m before the end of the cycle lap, prior to the turn back into the transition area.

4. Failure to stop at the Penalty Box at the end of the lap in which the infringement occurred may result in a Disqualification (DQ).

In all events, 2 Penalties may result in a Disqualification. To minimise any misunderstanding on race day, the following summarises how you can avoid breaching the rules. • Avoid a BLOCKING infringement by riding on the left side of the road • Avoid a DRAFTING infringement by… 1. Keeping 12-metres between yourself and the cyclist in front of you – front wheel to front wheel 2. Completing your pass within 25-seconds 3. Dropping back outside the draft zone once passed and before attempting to re-pass • 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, including within transitions.



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Race Regulations Continued… A SPECIAL NOTE ON WETSUITS (if it is wetsuit swim) Note the extract from the Australian Race Competition Rules with regard to wetsuits: “2 SWIMMING CONDUCT 2.1 When wetsuits are allowed, all of the components of the wetsuit will fit to the athletes’ body tightly; “ If you have a wetsuit that has neoprene or carbon fibre flaps on the forearm to increase the pull through the water, these suits are not legal. 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. RUN There is no Penalty Box on the Run course so if you receive an infringement on the run leg you will serve an on-course Stop/Start Penalty with the Technical Official. Conducting personal toilet other than at the oncourse toilet facilities provided may result in a DQ. 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. Rules and regulations are in place to ensure a safe and fair event for all participants.

We hope you have a great race, lots of fun, and achieve your Triathlon goals!






Event Schedule – Saturday 10th & Sunday 11th December 2016

*To be used as a guide only, subject to change

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RACE OFFICE/ COURSE INFORMATION Our team will be on hand at Athlete Registration and also at the race office to answer any specific questions you may have regarding the course, the rules and to assist you generally. Do not hesitate to raise any query, no matter how trivial it may seem. We aim to make your triathlon experience as memorable as possible. Race Office Location: Callala Beach Community Hall, Callala Office hours will be approx: Saturday 10th December 6.30am – 12pm Sunday 11th December 5:45am – 8am REGISTRATION (Compulsory for all Ultimate competitors) Location: Callala Beach Community Hall Day: Saturday 10th October 2016 Time: 2pm – 5pm You MUST also rack your bike at this time Bring: Your I.D (Driving license/ TA Membership) to collect your race pack. No race packs will be issued without I.D being shown at registration on Saturday. Please note ALL competitors MUST register and put their bikes in transition on Saturday afternoon according to the times above. BIKE TRANSITION This will be open on Saturday afternoon for all competitors in the Ultimate event to rack their bikes between 1pm and 4pm Transition will be open Sunday 11th December between 5:45am – 6:30am for all competitors to set up their gear. Please bring your helmet, nutrition, shoes etc. with you at this time. N.B Helmet check in and inspection will happen on Sunday 11th, race morning as you enter the compound. It is compulsory to register and rack your bike at the times stated above. No early or late registration will be permitted (Except in EXTREME circumstances, this must be arranged with the Race Director prior to the event)




RACE DAY CHECK IN (SUNDAY 11th December 2016) On race morning, prior to entering the bike compound to prepare for the race, you must ensure that you have the following items as part of the compulsory apparel rules: Compulsory Items- Swim Gear: 1. Swimming costume (note later, the rules relating to wetsuits), or Trisuit. 2. Swim cap (issued at registration) You MUST wear the swim cap we issue you with! Compulsory Items - Bike Gear: 1. Numbered Race bib correctly pinned on back of upper clothing, 2. Cycle helmet with numbered sticker adhered to FRONT or RIGHT side of helmet. Non-compulsory Items - Bike Gear: E.g. Sunglasses, towel, gloves, extra clothing, (singlet t/shirt, arm warmers if conditions are cool), sunscreen, spare parts and tool kit, socks, Vaseline. Compulsory Items - Run Gear: 1. Numbered Race Bib correctly pinned on front of upper clothing. 2. Running shoes. Non-compulsory Items - Run Gear: E.g. Sunglasses, towel, Vaseline, sun visor, running cap, socks, sunscreen, spare singlet/t-shirt. N.B. Bike Pumps: Either hand these to supporters as you are leaving the bike compound, or put them in the Gear Bag area for collection after the race. Gear bags and bike pumps cannot be left in the Transition area and will be removed by officials. TIMING • Please note you MUST wear your timing chip on your left ankle for the duration of

your race. It is a means of recording your finish time across special timing mats located at the end of each leg of the race and other check points (turnarounds etc.)

• At race completion you will be required to remove the timing band and hand it to officials prior to leaving the secured finish area.

• If you pull out or do not race for any reason please ensure you return your timing chip, as you will be charged a $150 fee for any non-returned timing chips.




TRANSITION – RACE MORNING Race morning, you can go directly to the bike compound (Transition) and prepare your bike and race day equipment. We ask you place your Race Day Equipment (running shoes etc) on the CHAIN RING SIDE of your bike. Please ensure that you bring your timing band on race morning check in and this should be secured at this time to your LEFT ankle. Check-in is from 5:45 am. There will be strict security for entry to the bike compound. Your ID bracelet/wrist band must be still secured to gain entry. You must use the swim cap issued to you at Saturday Registration.

BIKE INSPECTION Officials may only carry out a cursory inspection of your bike. You should ensure your bike, as well as your helmet, is in a safe working order before presenting it at check-in to avoid rejection. Bike inspectors may check for such things as:

• Front and rear brakes operable

• Tyres in reasonable condition

• End plugs on handle bars

• Loose head sets

• At least one water bidon cage

• Stripped cables

• True wheels

• Singles glued securely to rims

Disc wheels may be used on rear only. There will only be sufficient facilities for minor repairs and/or purchasing of required minor parts, at the check-in. Trained personnel will only effect on-the-spot minor adjustments, if required. A mechanics fee may be charged for repairs. Your bike will be placed in the compound in accordance with your race number and will be secured overnight. You will be able to go to your bike on race morning to pump up your tyres, place your drink bidons and set your gear.

HELMETS Immediately prior to Saturday bike check-in, Triathlon Australia Technical Officials may carry out a visual inspection of your helmet. Your helmet, therefore, must be correctly fastened on your head at this time. This visual inspection, however, as with the bike inspection, is not a certification of roadworthiness or safety effectiveness.



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Competitor Race Number These must be visible at all times during the event. Numbers must not be altered in any way and MUST be displayed on UPPER CLOTHING ABOVE THE WAIST. If competing in a tri-suit your cycle and run numbers must be displayed on front (run) and back (bike) of the suit. If using a race belt, then numbers must be secure and displayed at front or back and not to the side of the body Gear Bags Your Gear bags and bike pumps must be placed in the special Secure ‘Baggage’ Area next to the bike compound on race morning. You will be provided with a numbered tag, which must be secured, to your street gear bag for later collection after the race. Aid Stations There will be ONE aid station on the bike leg, and there will be THREE (3) RUN aid stations, allowing access to fluids approximately every 2km. The first aid station on the run will be situated approx. 300m from transition. For pre-race filling of water bottles and sports drink. Please remember that 50% of the race volunteers will be at Aid Stations - they will do their very best and will be trained beforehand – however, some are inexperienced, so PLEASE BE PATIENT AND POLITE. Water and the electrolyte replacement fluid Endura will be available at these Stations. Run Aid Stations: Tables/volunteers will be spread as follows: Water Endura Gels Cola Food When approaching an aid station, be ready to call your need. For Endura you should call simply “Endura”.



Bike Aid Station Tables/volunteers will be spread as follows:

Water Endura Water

Please ensure that you start your race with at least one full bidon / bottle of your own. The bike aid station is towards the middle of each lap of the 2 lap course, so you will have approx 27km of cycling before you reach the aid station for the first time.

Call for what you want as you approach, and pass through a station and be aware of volunteers and fellow athletes at all times.

If you need to stop at a Station for first aid, toilet or other emergency, move to the left of passing cyclists, slow down, enter the station area just before one of the tables and dismount.

Discard bidons in designated areas located at the approach and exit of each Aid Station.

If you use a Jetstream system, be aware that the volunteers will NOT open bidon tops for you.

When approaching a station be ready to call your need. For the Energy drink simply call “Endura”

Portable toilets will also be available in the area. There will be a Station and toilets at the Finish line.

Recovery / Finish Line The Finish Area Station will additionally provide (for competitors only) ice cream, fruit salad, and fruit options such as bananas and watermelon, oranges, lollies, plus water and Endura.

Rubbish on Course/ Littering Please show respect for the local community and surrounding wildlife - DO NOT LITTER! Any item that needs to be discarded, including but not limited to water bottles, gel wrappers, energy bar wrappers, broken bike parts, or clothing items, may only be discarded at either the rubbish bins provided at race central; at your bike transition area or the run aid stations. This forms part of the TA Race Competition Rules and may result in a competitor being penalised, disqualified, suspended, or expelled. The nature of the rule violation will determine the subsequent penalty.



Toilets Port-a-loo toilets will be located in the transition area, expo area, at most run aid stations, at the bike aid station and at the finish line, with portaloos located on the run course.

Please ensure you use these facilities as required as anywhere else may lead to disqualification or Police action if caught, particularly in residential areas.

Mechanical/Bike Support On Course Mechanics and limited spare parts will be provided on race day by an experienced and friendly team. The team will be located near the Transition area, and also on the course on race day.

Competitors should be self-sufficient with repairs, and should ensure you carry adequate equipment to do this. Be aware that it may be some time before the mobile support team can get to you.



WAVE START TIMES Will be released closer to race day, please check your emails for wave start times in the week leading to the event RACE BRIEFING Race briefing for will happen in transition 15 minutes prior to race start. It is your responsibility to be aware of transition flow and the course details please take note of the maps and race information. Please note you MUST display your race bib on your back during the Bike leg and on your front during the Run leg. We recommend wearing or purchasing a race belt (available at registration)




LIFESTYLE EXPO Trading Hours Saturday 10th December 6.30am – 5pm Sunday 11th December 5:30am – 9am

The Expo will feature a selection of gear, clothing, and food and drink stalls for both athletes and the general public to enjoy. The Expo will be situated at Callala Beach, and provides the ideal opportunity for athletes to stock up on last minute equipment needs and talk to the experts behind the brand.

Meet Xtreme Carbon, Epic Performance Sportswear and Dare2Tri.

Make sure you come along to check out the fantastic offers available and to pick up any last minute essentials for your race needs!



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WELCOME

FROM SHOALHAVEN SOUTH COAST Visit the Shoalhaven – a foodie, nature and adventure lovers paradise. Crystal clear waters, striking hillside panoramas and deep, lush valleys, the scenery alone is sure to leave you captivated. Bewitching scenery aside, the emerging foodie scene is capturing the attention of food and wine connoisseurs from far and wide, with an impressive range of renowned restaurants, local produce trails and fresh (as in straight off the boat fresh) seafood available, your tastebuds will want to unpack and stay in the Shoalhaven. Make sure you get out and explore this wonderful part of the world and do not forget the local visitor centre has everything you will need to make your stay complete or help plan your next visit. Have a fantastic race. The Shoalhaven Tourism Team

#unspoilt #visitshoalhaven



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THE COURSE Swim Course – 1.9 km The Swim Course closes 1 hour after your official wave start time. Failure to meet this time will result in a DNF (did not finish) classification. The course will be a 2 lap clockwise rectangular shaped swim in the sheltered waters of Callala with a deep water start. The Callala Beach swim course will consist of a 1.9km swim in Jervis Bay. The Ultimate distance swim will start and finish on the beach adjacent the community hall car-park. SWIM START: There will be up to 5 wave starts. After a race brief in Transition, you will be called to the start area in your wave group. You must not move beyond the start line. You will have sufficient time for a warm up before being called back to the line. N.B. Technical Officials will monitor competitor behaviour during the swim. Breaches of rules will result in a three minute time penalty prior to entering the bike compound area. Check out the map here!



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Bike Leg – 90 km The course will consist of two laps. Athletes will commence the 2 lap bike course at the Callala Beach Community Hall car-park. After exiting the water, athletes will run up the barricaded passageway and into the Transition Area. Head onto Callala Beach Rd and then west along Forest Rd to a turnaround point approximately 1km east of the Princess Hwy. At this point, cyclists will do a u-turn and return along the same route back but continue out on Currarong Road for 7.5km past Calalla Beach Rd until the turn point then head back to Transition for a lap turn. Complete 2 laps. Check out the map here!





Run Course – 21.1 km The Callala Beach Ultimate run course will be a 3 lap course. Runners commence the run by running out of the transition area, proceed along Centre St (running on the footpath on the left of the road), and LEFT onto King George St, continue until you reach the footpath at Myola Road. Continue along the footpath, heading into the bush trail behind the caravan park and then onto Catherine Street to a turn point near the boat ramp and then return on the same route for a lap turn near transition. Aid Stations (drink station) will be in operation at a couple of points along the course and at the finish line. Check out the map here!

Important Teams Information Only one member of your team needs to collect the race pack at registration on the Saturday.

Your timing chip is the team baton. Team members can assist in removing the timing chip from one team member to another. For example when the swimmer reaches the rider of their team in transition the runner from the team can be there and remove the chip from the swimmer and place it around the left ankle of the rider. When the rider returns the swimmer can assist by removing the timing chip from the rider and place it on the left ankle of the runner.





Cut Off Times Each leg of the triathlon has a cut off time for the safety of the athletes and the limitations placed on the event organisers by the authorities.

These times are:-

Swim: 1 hour Bike: 5 hours after swim start Run: 8 hours after swim start • Overall – ALL athletes must complete the entire course within 8 hours or their timing chip will be removed and they may be deemed DNF (Did Not Finish). ALL Competitors - MUST wear a RACE BIB • On the back of your clothing during the bike leg

• On the front of your clothing during the run leg - Race belts are available to purchase at the Expo stands on the day.




PARKING/ ROAD CLOSURES






THANK YOU AND WE HOPE YOU ENJOY YOUR

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COMPETITOR HANDBOOK - Triathlonultimatetriathlon.com.au/.../Callala-Ultimate-Competitor-Handbook...If you have a wetsuit that has neoprene or carbon fibre flaps on the forearm to increase