RACE NUMBERS:
PLEASE DO NOT ALTER YOUR RACE NUMBERS IN ANY WAY (cutting down, display
incorrectly, etc.)! THE USAT OFFICIALS WILL PENALIZE YOU IF YOU DO.
There are three race numbers in your race packet that you are required to
display during the event. The bicycle frame number is the double
number and should be wrapped around your seat post or frame and stapled
(or fastened with twist ties) so that the number is upright and visible from
both sides of your bicycle. The small sticker is the helmet number and
must be affixed to the front of your helmet. The run number must be
displayed during the run segment on the front of your
body. Pin your run number to your shirt, swimsuit or race belt with
safety pins.
BODY MARKING:
You will be body marked at packet pickup on Saturday or when checking your bike
on race morning. Your race number will be written on both your right and
left upper arms, both thighs, and your left calf. Your USAT age will be
written on your right calf. You will not be permitted in the
transition area on race day without being body marked. Do not apply body
lotion or sunscreen until after you have been body marked. PLEASE use
sunscreen.
SWIM CAP:
The swim cap placed in your race packet must be worn during the swim. Do
not trade your swim cap with another athlete, as the caps are color coded to
assist race management in organizing you at the swim start. The cap must
be worn during the entire swim and taken back to the transition area with
you. A variable time penalty will be assessed to anyone leaving their cap
on the beach.
DROPPING OUT:
Please notify a race official and return your timing chip at the
finish line if you drop out of the race. YOUR TIMING CHIP MAY ONLY BE
RETURNED AT THE FINISH LINE! DO NOT GIVE IT TO ANYONE ELSEWHERE ON THE
COURSE.
NO DOGS:
Miami-Dade County Parks have a strict rule regarding pets. They
are not allowed in the park! If you are found in violation of this rule,
you will be fined $100, so please leave Fido at home.
BIKE CHECK-IN:
Bike check-in is on race morning. We will have plenty of guards keeping a
close eye on your precious set of wheels! DO NOT LEAVE ANY OTHER
VALUABLES IN TRANSITION, especially small items that can be smuggled out
(including powertap bicycle computers).
TRANSITION SECURITY:
Only registered racers that have been body marked and have their race
number on them will be allowed to enter the transition area at any time,
before, during, or after the race. This is for the protection of your
equipment, so please obey all of the rules and respect the security guards who
are there protecting your stuff! If you lose your race number or your
bike number comes off of your bike during the race, please go to the
information tent for assistance in retrieving your bike.
ANYONE CAUGHT TRYING TO JUMP, CLIMB, OR CROSS THE
TRANSITION SECURITY FENCE AT ANY TIME WILL BE IMMEDIATELY DISQUALIFIED-EVEN
AFTER THE EVENT!
You may only enter transition at the 2 guarded entrances-NO EXCEPTIONS!
We are serious about securing your valuables! You should be too!
PRE-RACE CLINIC AND Q&A SESSION:
Location and Time: Mack Cycle and Fitness, Saturday May 19 at 1PM.
“Learn all you need to know about your next Multirace race from one of the most experienced USA Triathlon Certified coaches in South Florida. Erinne Guthrie from Full Circle Coaching has been coaching since 1997 and will go over every race detail to ensure you have a safe and fun race. From USA Triathlon rules and regulations to how to have the fastest transitionto tips on nutrition, Erinne’s enthusiasm and love for the sport is apparent in this informative and entertaining presentation. Feel free to email her with any questions you may have at Erinne@FullCircleCoaching.com”
*This clinic is mandatory for anyone racing an Olympic Distance race on Key
Biscayne for the first time and is highly recommended to everyone.
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