PROVISIONAL RACE INFORMATION The Victoria Embankment ...
PROVISIONAL RACE INFORMATION The Victoria Embankment, Nottingham, NG2 2JY Saturday 2nd September 2017 Super Sprint: Swim: 300m, Bike: 12km (4 laps), Run: 3km (2 laps) Go Tri: Swim: 200m, Bike: 6km (2 laps), Run: 1.5km (1 lap) Please note that all athletes will be required to show some form of photographic identification Welcome to The City of Nottingham Triathlon We would like to welcome everyone to the very first City of Nottingham Triathlon organised by OSB Events in conjunction with Nottingham City Council. Firstly, we would like to thank all of the volunteers that will be giving up their time, to ensure that everyone has a fun & safe day.
of electronic equipment in the swim (no wetronomes!) and kit bags and boxes in transition.
Confirmation of Entry Competitors are requested to check on the list of entries posted on the web site to confirm that they have been successful in their application. OSB Events cannot be held responsible for loss of entries in the post and strongly advises competitors to enter on line if possible as this is a more secure entry system.
Calf Guards: In non wetsuit swims these are not allowed. You will be asked to remove and if you refuse you will be disqualified.
BTF Rules You are recommended to familiarise yourself with the BTF rules and regulations. Under these rules it is mandatory that all competitors must wear an approved helmet, that all cycles must be in a road worthy condition and that all competitors are insured by third party civil liability insurance – Triathlon England/Home Nations Members are insured as part of their membership package, and all other competitors will be required to purchase a Triathlon England Day Licence. If you require further information about Race Rules, please visit the BTF rule book by clicking here or telephone the BTF on 01509 226161. It is your responsibility to know and abide by the BTF rules – which have been updated for the 2017 season. There are changes to a number of rules relating to what can be worn and how it is worn whilst you race, the use
Please familiarise yourself with the new rule book by clicking here Some highlights to be aware of are:
Race Numbers: Do NOT cut down or fold. If using a number belt pin from the top. Please make sure you write any medical conditions on the back of your race number. Transition: Only the transition bags you are provided with are allowed in transition. All other bags or boxes are not allowed to be left in the main transition area. You will need to label and store in the bag storage area inside transition. Littering the Course – is not acceptable. If you can carry it full, you can carry it empty. We are lucky enough to organise events that take in some stunning scenery on the courses for you to enjoy. Let’s leave them as we find them!! If you use gels or other nutrition supplements during your race please either bring the wrappers back to transition with you or make use of the bins at a drinks station. If you can take it out on the course with you full, you can bring it back empty. It is also an offence under BTF rules to litter so you will be disqualified!
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Triathlon England Licences All Triathlon England/Home Nations Members must produce their 2017 Triathlon England/Home Nations Race Licence at registration. If you forget your licence, or you have not paid the Triathlon England levy due with your application, you will have to pay £5 for a Triathlon England Day Licence at registration. Age Restrictions In line with British Triathlon rules, to be eligible to take part in the Super Sprint event competitors must be at least 15 years old on or before the 31st December 2017. If you are participating in the Go Tri event competitors must be at least 11yrs old on or before the 31st December 2017. In addition, anyone under 18 years old must have parental permission to take part in the event. What Will You Need? We expect this event to attract all types of athlete, from complete novices to international standard athletes, you will see bikes worth from £25 to £5000. So long as your bike is roadworthy you are able to use it. There are certain items which you will need: a swimming costume or swimming trunks, swimming goggles are also highly recommended but not compulsory. A road worthy bike, an ANSI/BS approved cycling helmet: these are available from Total Fitness prices start from around £30. All other items such as elastic laces, specific triathlon clothing and tribars are not a necessity but will help you on the day. For further advice please contact Total Fitness on 0115 9222226. Directions to Victoria Embankment, Nottingham Victoria Embankment is located only 1 mile from Nottingham City Centre, and next to The Meadows and West Bridgford. Limited car parking will be available on site, fees will apply for spectators. All athletes will be emailed their unique car parking pass that will need to be displayed in their vehicle on arrival at the event car park. Signage will guide you to the car park. Traffic in the area is likely to be very busy, so please allow extra travel time if travelling by car. Race Registration Please ensure that before registering you know your race number. Please note that all athletes will be required to show some form of photographic
identification if you do not have a 2017 Triathlon England/Home Nations Race Licence. This is to stop people exchanging entries & ensures that all competitors are insured to compete in the event. Registration will take place from 7:30am until 11 and will be in the registration marquee which will be within the spectator village. You will need to register on the morning of the event. During registration, you will receive the following items: • Race Pack – this includes: o 2x race numbers o Bike Security Sticker • 2x Transition Bags • Security wristband Transition Area There are 2 transition areas for this event. T1 is based outside the Portland Centre. This is where you will need to rack your bike and use your T1 transition bag to hold your cycle helmet and any other kit that you will put on prior to getting on the bike. This bag will be stored on your numbered hook in the bag storage area as you enter T1 from the swim. T2 is based on the embankment, this is where you will rack your bike at the end of the bike section of the event and change into your running kit ready for the run. You will need to make sure that you put your trainers (if you aren’t wearing them on the bike) into your T2 transition bag and leave these next to your numbered racking spot. The Team Event The Whole Team is required to register for the event. You will all be required to show your 2017 Triathlon England/Home Nations Race Licences, if you do not show a TE race license you will be required to purchase a Day License at a cost of £5 per person. All relay team tags will take place by the team’s bike racking position, inside each of the 2 transition areas. The swimmer (must be at least 9 by the 31st December 2017) will finish their swim, exit through the fire doors and then run to tag their team cyclist (who must be at least 15 by the 31st December 2017) inside the transition area, who can only put their helmet on after receiving the timing chip from the swimmer. The cyclist’s bike must stay racked until the swimmer has tagged the cyclist. When the team cyclist finishes, he/she must re-rack their bike before tagging the team runner (who must be at least 13 by the 31st December 2017). All tagging will take place by passing the Timing Chip to the next team
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member, which needs to be attached around the left ankle.
Race Briefing – 0840 This will take place in T1 (outside Portland Centre). If you are unsure about anything please attend. The Race Briefing will inform you of any last-minute route changes and safety points. If you have any questions or queries on race day, please ask them after the Race Briefing. Race Start The first wave of competitors will start at 09:00, the timekeeper will start 4 swimmers at 90 second intervals. Please ensure you are on pool side 10 minutes prior to your start time.
bike section. Once you have packed your swim kit into your transition bag you will then drop this at the bag drop area prior to the mount line. The Bike – This is a completely closed road bike circuit. After mounting your bike, you will make your way down onto the Embankment. After joining the Embankment, you will complete 4 laps for the super sprint and 2 laps for the Go Tri event. This is an anticlockwise 3km loop with a U-turn at each end. At the end of the bike section you will enter T2 which is on the river side of the course. After dismounting your bike you will make your way to your numbered racking spot, rack your bike, then remove your helmet. You’ll retrieve your trainers from your T2 transition bag and then head out of transition onto the run course.
Electronic Timing To ensure accurate times and results, every competitor will receive a timing chip to wear whilst racing. Please ensure that you do not cross the mats, which register your times except when you are competing. To avoid this problem do not climb over barriers as they are out in place to prevent access from these areas prior to the event. Failure to comply with this request will trigger your timing chip and could invalidate your result.
The Run – Upon exiting T2 you will join the clockwise loop that will take you on the footpath up to and over Trent Bridge before dropping down on to the riverside footpath opposite the Embankment. You will then turn right to cross the suspension bridge where you will turn right to then head towards the finish area. If you are competing the Super Sprint event you will run past the finish to then complete a 2nd lap. For everybody competing in the Go Tri event you will head straight onto the red finish carpet and finish under the large Finish Gantry.
When fitting your chip some people find it useful to smear a small amount of lubricant around that area to prevent any chaffing. Electronically capturing each finishers time allows us to continuously post preliminary provisional results in the timing tent next to the finish.
Course Reconnaissance Both the bike and run course will be signed from the Friday afternoon. We do not recommend cycling the bike route prior to the event as the roads will not be fully closed until the Saturday morning.
Race Numbers Race numbers must be worn on the back during the bike & the front during the run. Number bands are allowed but it is recommended that two be worn. One number band for the top of the number & one number band for the bottom to stop your number creasing up and becoming unreadable.
Medical Cover The safety of our competitors is paramount. Onsite during the event will be a specialist company set up to supply the highest calibre of comprehensive medical cover to sporting events such as this. On the day there will be a team of medics, including a Paramedic, EMT’s and Advanced EMT’s plus Accident and Emergency response vehicles equipped with manual defibrillator / cardiac monitors, ventilators, pulse oximetry and medical gases. There will also be British Triathlon motorbike marshals on the cycle section. If before, during or after the event you feel that you require any type of medical care, please do not hesitate to contact an event marshal.
NB. Please do not forget to bring safety pins. The Swim – Will take place in the Portland Centre. For the Super sprint event, you will complete a 300m swim (10 lengths). For the Go Tri event, you will complete a 210m swim (7 lengths). On exiting the pool, you will exit the building via the exit doors at the bottom corner of the building and out through the fire exit. Upon exiting the building, you will follow the ramp down into T1, where you will collect your T1 bag from the bag racking before moving to your bike to get ready for the
Medical Conditions We request that all competitors write their next of kin & contact details on the back of their race numbers using a waterproof pen. If you have any type of medical
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condition or are taking any type of medication please write a large ‘MC’ on the bottom left of your race number. Please write your medical condition fully on the back of your number also. This will only be used in the event of you being involved in an accident. Penalties & Appeals ALL penalties issued by the British Triathlon Race Referee will be displayed on a Penalty Board at the Timing Tent. Appeals against these penalties must be made in writing to the race referee within one hour of a penalty being notified and be accompanied by a fee of £30.00 refundable if the appeal is upheld. BTF Rules now state that a judgement call by an official cannot be appealed. It is your responsibility to check this Penalty Board. Results Times will be displayed on the plasma screen next to the finish. Live results will also be shown on our website at www.osbevents.com Withdrawals If you wish to withdraw from the event, then please follow the guidelines contained within our ‘Terms & Conditions of Entry’. Please note that under no circumstances will any race credits be issued without following these guidelines. No race credits will be issued to those withdrawing after the withdrawal date of 19th August. Please note that you are not allowed to give your entry away, all competitors will be asked to show some form of photographic identification before they are allowed to register. All competitors will be asked to show some form of photographic identification before they are allowed to register.
experience or knowledge on triathlon to become a race marshal; any training required will be given on race day. Other OSB Events OSB Events will be organising a number of other multisport and running events throughout 2017. These range from children’s fun runs and novice pool triathlons to high profile open water triathlon events. For more information about OSB Events and our events please visit www.osbevents.com Thanks It takes a great amount of work to organise an event such as this. Special thanks go to our Team of Officials that help to organise all of our events. Thanks also to Nottingham City Council and their Parks Team for working closely with us to enable us to deliver this event in a prime location in Nottingham. All of our sponsors & finally you the athlete. Further Information Any questions related to the event can be answered by emailing [email protected] All the information here is believed to be true at the time of going to press. Changes may be required ensuring that the event is organised safely and within the law, these changes will be made without notification. The organiser has the final decision. This information is Copyright to OSB Events, reproduction of this text or style is forbidden
Race Office Closure The OSB race office will be closed from Thursday 31st August 2017 at 4pm. Please do not leave messages or send emails regarding this event, as we will be on site setting up for the event. Race Volunteers – Please Help No event like this can run smoothly without the help of many marshals. If you have friends or family that will be supporting you at the event, why not ask them if they would be willing to give up a couple of hours to help marshal. All marshals will receive an event crew shirt, food & drink. If you would like further information about becoming a race marshal please email [email protected]. You do not require any previous
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