RACE DAY INFORMATION SHEET
MELBOURNE TR I SERIES 2 014/ 15
RACE DAY INFORMATION SHEET
Race 1 – GREEN POINT, BRIGHTON SUNDAY, 9 NOVEMBER 2014 Race Director: Julie Tedde Race Referee: Triathlon Victoria Event Managers: Matt O’Halloran
Welcome to Race 1 of the 2014-15 TeamUp ActiveTRI Kids Series. Please take the time to read the following participant information to ensure you have the best possible event experience. RACE WEEKEND TIMETABLE
RACE 1 TIMETABLE SATURDAY 8 NOVEMBER REGISTRATION
ALL EVENTS
2:00 – 4:00pm
TRAINING CLINIC
ALL EVENTS
2.00 – 3:00pm
Pre-Event Information TRAINING CLINIC When: Saturday, 8 November, 2014
Check in from 1:45pm. Session starts at 2:00pm Where: Brighton Baths Health Club - 251 The Esplanade, Brighton, VIC The first clinic will focus on open water swimming tips and will include an open water swimming practice. This will also be a great opportunity to gain transition familiarisation and the chance to Register for Race 1 and the Series. Please bring necessary swimming equipment as swimming will be involved in the clinic. Showers will be available after the session.
Note: no bikes to be dropped off on Saturday
SUNDAY 9 NOVEMBER REGISTRATION
MINI SPRINT KIDS
5:45 – 6:25am 5:45 – 7:05am 7:30 – 8:45am
TRANSITION OPENS/CLOSES
MINI SPRINT KIDS
6:00 – 6:50am 6:00 – 7:30am 8:10 – 9:00am
PRE RACE BRIEFING (BEACH)
MINI SPRINT KIDS
6:55am 7:35am 9:10am
RACE START
MINI SPRINT KIDS
7:00am 7:40am 9:20am
PRESENTATIONS
MINI SPRINT
9:40am 10:30am
The session will be taken by TRG Triathlon and Multisport. All levels of experience are welcome.
To register: 1. Download the TeamUp app on your iPhone, Android or Facebook via the TeamUp Website 2. Sign into the app / create an account 3. Search for the ‘TeamUp ActiveTri Training Session’ 4. Go to the ‘Get in Touch’ tab and let us know that you are interested by providing us with your full name Alternatively, please let us know by emailing: triseries@ starttofinish.com.au
PARTICIPANT INSTRUCTIONS
WEBSITE Jump on our website www.starttofinish.com.au for all the latest updates, including course and transition maps and tips for beginners.
drop in the clothing bag drop area prior to leaving the transition area.
REGISTRATION & RACE KIT COLLECTION Participants can pick up their race kits and/or register as a late entrant at the event site on Saturday from 2:00pm4:00pm. This is also a great opportunity to have a look at the course and layout of the transition area, to view where your bike will be placed on race day and see our event partners.
7. We have full road closures, however please be aware that local resident vehicles will use the designated slip lane on course. Always be aware of other cyclists on the road and keep left.
On race morning, registration will be open from 5:45am.
On- Day Information REGISTRATION PROCEDURE Collect your pre-packed race envelope containing: coloured security band, bike and helmet security sticker and swim cap. Please check your details printed on the sticker on the outside of your race kit. If incorrect in any way, you MUST return to the Registration marquee to amend details, otherwise this will affect the accuracy of your results. Once you have your pack: 1. Attach your security band on your wrist. This will allow you access into the transition area. The second security band is for a family member/friend to access transition ONLY before and after the event, not during the event. 2. Place your bike sticker on the centre of your handle bars/head stem and your helmet sticker on the right hand side of your helmet. 3. Proceed to the arm numbering area where you will have your race number written on your RIGHT ARM and your RIGHT THIGH, and race category letter written on the back of your RIGHT CALF. 4. Proceed to the bike compound and place your bike on the rack where your race number is, or as directed by the marshals. Please ensure that your helmet is securely fastened and your security band is on in preparation for your security check as you enter the transition area to reduce congestion. SAVE TIME! Pre-number yourself before arriving at the event site! All you need is a black marker. Refer to the website www. starttofinish.com.au for a diagram on arm numbering and race category letters. 5. You cannot leave bags in the transition area. Please
6. Attend race briefing on the beach.
8. Marshals will be in transition to assist any participants who may need help. No parents are to be in transition after 9:00am. SERIES PACK COLLECTION The first 50 Series participants will be able to collect their Series giveaway from Gromet Sports Gear at Race 1 when they pick up their race kit. Medal collection All participants will recieve a medal of completion when they cross the finish line WAVE STARTS Participants will be segregated by age and gender on the beach. Age groups completing the 100m swim will be sent off in the following order: Male 7 years, Female 7 years, Male 8 years, Female 8 years, Male 9 years, and Female 9 years. Age groups completing the 200m swim will then be sent off in the following order: Male 10 years, Female 10 years, Male 11 years, Female 11 years etc. Wave size is guaranteed to be kept under 20 participants. Water depth MAY BE over the head of any participant, and therefore all children are expected to be able to swim this distance. Water safety will be supervising participants if they require assistance during the swim leg. All kids must wear the supplied swim cap, contained in the race kit. TOILETS Portable toilets are available at the event site and a permanent toilet block is located on the beach path south of Green Point. ROAD CLOSURE AND PARKING Beach Road will be closed to traffic from Dendy Street, Brighton to Balcombe Road, Black Rock from 6.00am – 11.00am. Parking is available on side streets off Beach Road. Please check parking restrictions.
PARTICIPANT INSTRUCTIONS
FOOD VENDORS Mocha Monkey will be serving coffee and food on site throughout the morning. COURSE DETAILS KIDS 7-9 YEARS OLD SWIM: 100m clockwise swim of Green Point beach. BIKE: 1 x 3km loop between Transition Street and Orlando Street, Hampton. RUN: 500m run using beach path heading south, then turning onto the bike path near South Road to the finish line. KIDS 10-14 YEARS OLD SWIM: 200m clockwise swim of Green Point beach. BIKE: 2 x 3km loop between Transition Street and Orlando Street, Hampton. RUN: 1km run using beach path heading south, turning at the age group turnaround sign, then heading up the bike path near South Road to the finish line.
Event SPONSORS TEAMUP TeamUp is a free app developed by VicHealth to help you get out and get active with others in your area, when and how it suits you. List your training activities on TeamUp to connect with others and keep your ActiveTRI preparation on track. TeamUp lists hundreds of existing sports and activities that you and your training buddies can join across Victoria, including cycling, running, swimming, and many more.. Download TeamUp from the App Store or Google Play and sign up to get started!
Mizuno
Mizuno have a great range of technical running shoes to suit all your triathlon needs, from training shoes right through to shoes appropriate for sprint distance and long course racing. Come and see the guys at Mizuno and Running Fit to discuss all your triathlon and running needs - they are runners themselves so can give you some great advice.
Aqua Shop Our swimming partner Aqua Shop will be able to help you out with all your pre-event swim needs including wetsuit hire and purchase. Simply visit Aqua Shop at 250 Park Street, South Melbourne, for expert sizing assistance or visit their website: www.aquashop.com.au PHYSIOHEALTH PhysioHealth will be on course at all TeamUp ActiveTRI events offering physiotherapy injury management and post race therapies to ease those tired muscles. Visit the friendly team at PhysioHealth to learn more about their athlete screening programs and high performance athlete development. To achieve peak performance and stay injury free, tap into the expertise and experience Physiohealth has to offer. Newline With an innovative range of functional products with focus on details and comfort, Newline Sport has been fitting out active people since 1981. No politeness, no text messages, no finish line, no cooling down, Offline is time for thinking Newline.
RACE DAY INFORMATION SHEET
Race 1 – GREEN POINT, BRIGHTON SUNDAY, 9 NOVEMBER 2014 Race Director: Julie Tedde Race Referee: Triathlon Victoria Event Managers: Matt O’Halloran
Welcome to Race 1 of the 2014-15 TeamUp ActiveTRI Kids Series. Please take the time to read the following participant information to ensure you have the best possible event experience. RACE WEEKEND TIMETABLE
RACE 1 TIMETABLE SATURDAY 8 NOVEMBER REGISTRATION
ALL EVENTS
2:00 – 4:00pm
TRAINING CLINIC
ALL EVENTS
2.00 – 3:00pm
Pre-Event Information TRAINING CLINIC When: Saturday, 8 November, 2014
Check in from 1:45pm. Session starts at 2:00pm Where: Brighton Baths Health Club - 251 The Esplanade, Brighton, VIC The first clinic will focus on open water swimming tips and will include an open water swimming practice. This will also be a great opportunity to gain transition familiarisation and the chance to Register for Race 1 and the Series. Please bring necessary swimming equipment as swimming will be involved in the clinic. Showers will be available after the session.
Note: no bikes to be dropped off on Saturday
SUNDAY 9 NOVEMBER REGISTRATION
MINI SPRINT KIDS
5:45 – 6:25am 5:45 – 7:05am 7:30 – 8:45am
TRANSITION OPENS/CLOSES
MINI SPRINT KIDS
6:00 – 6:50am 6:00 – 7:30am 8:10 – 9:00am
PRE RACE BRIEFING (BEACH)
MINI SPRINT KIDS
6:55am 7:35am 9:10am
RACE START
MINI SPRINT KIDS
7:00am 7:40am 9:20am
PRESENTATIONS
MINI SPRINT
9:40am 10:30am
The session will be taken by TRG Triathlon and Multisport. All levels of experience are welcome.
To register: 1. Download the TeamUp app on your iPhone, Android or Facebook via the TeamUp Website 2. Sign into the app / create an account 3. Search for the ‘TeamUp ActiveTri Training Session’ 4. Go to the ‘Get in Touch’ tab and let us know that you are interested by providing us with your full name Alternatively, please let us know by emailing: triseries@ starttofinish.com.au
PARTICIPANT INSTRUCTIONS
WEBSITE Jump on our website www.starttofinish.com.au for all the latest updates, including course and transition maps and tips for beginners.
drop in the clothing bag drop area prior to leaving the transition area.
REGISTRATION & RACE KIT COLLECTION Participants can pick up their race kits and/or register as a late entrant at the event site on Saturday from 2:00pm4:00pm. This is also a great opportunity to have a look at the course and layout of the transition area, to view where your bike will be placed on race day and see our event partners.
7. We have full road closures, however please be aware that local resident vehicles will use the designated slip lane on course. Always be aware of other cyclists on the road and keep left.
On race morning, registration will be open from 5:45am.
On- Day Information REGISTRATION PROCEDURE Collect your pre-packed race envelope containing: coloured security band, bike and helmet security sticker and swim cap. Please check your details printed on the sticker on the outside of your race kit. If incorrect in any way, you MUST return to the Registration marquee to amend details, otherwise this will affect the accuracy of your results. Once you have your pack: 1. Attach your security band on your wrist. This will allow you access into the transition area. The second security band is for a family member/friend to access transition ONLY before and after the event, not during the event. 2. Place your bike sticker on the centre of your handle bars/head stem and your helmet sticker on the right hand side of your helmet. 3. Proceed to the arm numbering area where you will have your race number written on your RIGHT ARM and your RIGHT THIGH, and race category letter written on the back of your RIGHT CALF. 4. Proceed to the bike compound and place your bike on the rack where your race number is, or as directed by the marshals. Please ensure that your helmet is securely fastened and your security band is on in preparation for your security check as you enter the transition area to reduce congestion. SAVE TIME! Pre-number yourself before arriving at the event site! All you need is a black marker. Refer to the website www. starttofinish.com.au for a diagram on arm numbering and race category letters. 5. You cannot leave bags in the transition area. Please
6. Attend race briefing on the beach.
8. Marshals will be in transition to assist any participants who may need help. No parents are to be in transition after 9:00am. SERIES PACK COLLECTION The first 50 Series participants will be able to collect their Series giveaway from Gromet Sports Gear at Race 1 when they pick up their race kit. Medal collection All participants will recieve a medal of completion when they cross the finish line WAVE STARTS Participants will be segregated by age and gender on the beach. Age groups completing the 100m swim will be sent off in the following order: Male 7 years, Female 7 years, Male 8 years, Female 8 years, Male 9 years, and Female 9 years. Age groups completing the 200m swim will then be sent off in the following order: Male 10 years, Female 10 years, Male 11 years, Female 11 years etc. Wave size is guaranteed to be kept under 20 participants. Water depth MAY BE over the head of any participant, and therefore all children are expected to be able to swim this distance. Water safety will be supervising participants if they require assistance during the swim leg. All kids must wear the supplied swim cap, contained in the race kit. TOILETS Portable toilets are available at the event site and a permanent toilet block is located on the beach path south of Green Point. ROAD CLOSURE AND PARKING Beach Road will be closed to traffic from Dendy Street, Brighton to Balcombe Road, Black Rock from 6.00am – 11.00am. Parking is available on side streets off Beach Road. Please check parking restrictions.
PARTICIPANT INSTRUCTIONS
FOOD VENDORS Mocha Monkey will be serving coffee and food on site throughout the morning. COURSE DETAILS KIDS 7-9 YEARS OLD SWIM: 100m clockwise swim of Green Point beach. BIKE: 1 x 3km loop between Transition Street and Orlando Street, Hampton. RUN: 500m run using beach path heading south, then turning onto the bike path near South Road to the finish line. KIDS 10-14 YEARS OLD SWIM: 200m clockwise swim of Green Point beach. BIKE: 2 x 3km loop between Transition Street and Orlando Street, Hampton. RUN: 1km run using beach path heading south, turning at the age group turnaround sign, then heading up the bike path near South Road to the finish line.
Event SPONSORS TEAMUP TeamUp is a free app developed by VicHealth to help you get out and get active with others in your area, when and how it suits you. List your training activities on TeamUp to connect with others and keep your ActiveTRI preparation on track. TeamUp lists hundreds of existing sports and activities that you and your training buddies can join across Victoria, including cycling, running, swimming, and many more.. Download TeamUp from the App Store or Google Play and sign up to get started!
Mizuno
Mizuno have a great range of technical running shoes to suit all your triathlon needs, from training shoes right through to shoes appropriate for sprint distance and long course racing. Come and see the guys at Mizuno and Running Fit to discuss all your triathlon and running needs - they are runners themselves so can give you some great advice.
Aqua Shop Our swimming partner Aqua Shop will be able to help you out with all your pre-event swim needs including wetsuit hire and purchase. Simply visit Aqua Shop at 250 Park Street, South Melbourne, for expert sizing assistance or visit their website: www.aquashop.com.au PHYSIOHEALTH PhysioHealth will be on course at all TeamUp ActiveTRI events offering physiotherapy injury management and post race therapies to ease those tired muscles. Visit the friendly team at PhysioHealth to learn more about their athlete screening programs and high performance athlete development. To achieve peak performance and stay injury free, tap into the expertise and experience Physiohealth has to offer. Newline With an innovative range of functional products with focus on details and comfort, Newline Sport has been fitting out active people since 1981. No politeness, no text messages, no finish line, no cooling down, Offline is time for thinking Newline.
