Helston Mini Triathlon Saturday 4 June 2016

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1 Helston Mini Triathlon Saturday 4 June 2016 Helston Sports Centre, Church Hill, Helston, TR13 8YQ Registration will be from 8am - 10am A race briefing will take place in the school hall at 10.15am. (If weather is dry, the briefing may take place in the car park) The event will start at 10.45am Race Information Thank you for entering the Helston Mini Triathlon. Please ensure that you read these details carefully and ensure your child follows the instructions for a safe and enjoyable race. This event is sanctioned and run under the British Triathlon rules for Children s Triathlon Events (relevant Rules enclosed). All children must have a bike and a helmet that is deemed fit for purpose and safe to use for the event. Prizes will be given for 1 st, 2 nd and 3 rd boy and girl in each age category. Directions to the Race From Redruth / A30 Direction: Arriving in Helston go straight on at the first roundabout. Go right at the next mini-roundabout and then turn immediately left and Helston Sports Centre is on your right. Please then park as directed by the marshals. From Falmouth / Truro Direction: Arriving in Helston take the second exit at the first roundabout you come to. At the next double roundabout take the 2 nd exit right towards Redruth. At the next miniroundabout turn left and then turn immediately left again and Helston Sports Centre is on your right. Please then park as directed by the marshals. From Penzance / Camborne / Hayle Direction: Come down the hill in to Helston and turn left at the bottom of the hill before the Motorhome Sales Centre. Follow the road until the T-junction. Turn left at the T-junction and follow this road, go straight on at the mini-roundabout and Helston Sports Centre is on your left. Please then park as directed by the marshals.

2 Event Parking Please note there will be NO PARKING at Helston Sports Centre on Saturday 4 June. ALL competitors MUST park in the field near the sports centre on a first come first served basis. Once this is full you may need to seek alternative parking as Church Hill will be closed for the duration of the event. Helston Community College - TR13 8NR Please use the official race parking which will be clearly signposted as shown on the map below. Helston Sports Centre Helston Community College Car Park With 350 entries, please can we ask that you all car share where possible? We would also like to make it clear that you don t park on any of the housing estates around Helston Sports Centre. This causes unnecessary upset and could prevent us from running future events, so please park considerately. Event Details All children must have a bike and a helmet that is deemed fit for purpose and safe to use for the event. NO HELMET, NO RIDE. Registration Registration is from 8am in the school hall which will be clearly signposted. It will close at 10am. All race equipment must be left in transition and transition vacated by 10.10am. Please make sure that you register your child by 10am. They will be given their timing chip, race numbers, a laminated bike number with cable ties and security bands. A race briefing will take place in the gym at 10.15am or outside in the car park if dry. Once registered your child can then leave their bike and any race equipment in the transition area.

3 When entering or leaving transition before and after the race please ensure you and your child are wearing your security wristbands and the other one is attached to their bike. Only those with wristbands will be allowed in transition. All children should report to the hall at least 15 minutes before their allocated start time for their age group. They should stand under the relevant age group sign at the side of the hall and they will then be escorted to the pool. The start times are approximate and where possible we will swim people earlier if others have not turned up and if the children are there and ready to go. The first wave will go at 10.45am and the following waves will go at defined times to allow each wave to complete their swim. The event will start with the 8 year olds and will continue up through the age groups with the 15/16 year olds setting off last. Parents cannot go onto poolside unless it is exceptional circumstances and it is agreed by the swim co-ordinator. This is to avoid unnecessary congestion on poolside and to make it safer for the lifeguard to monitor the children in the pool. No photos are to be taken on poolside at any time. Approximate Start Times for each age category are listed below: AGE TIME 8 years 10.45am 9 /10 years 10.55am 11/12 years 11.50am 13/14 years 12.25pm 15/16 years 12.45pm Race Distances Age (as at 31/12/16) Swim Distance (Pool) Cycle Distance (Mainly Grass) Run Distance (Grass and Tarmac) 8 years 50 metres (2 lengths) 800m (1 lap) 600m (1 lap) 9/10 years 100 metres (4 lengths) 1.5km (2 laps) 1.1km (2 laps) 11/12 years 150 metres (6 lengths) 2.2km (3 laps) 1.6km (3 laps) 13/14 years 250 metres (10 lengths) 3.5km (5 laps) 2.6km (5 laps) 15/16 years 400m (16 lengths) 5.7km (8 laps) 4.2km (8 laps) The Swim Heated indoor 25 metre pool with 6 lanes. Swimmers will not normally be permitted to swim backstroke or butterfly. Everyone will start the swim at the shallow end of the pool. Children should swim the appropriate number of lengths according to their age (please see table under Race Distances ). If you would prefer to swim next to the wall, just ask the person in charge on poolside. If you get into difficulties during the swim you can gain assistance from the walls or the lane ropes. Just call out if you need any help and raise your hand. There will be a qualified Lifeguard on poolside at all times. No swim aids, flippers or wetsuits may be used. Goggles and nose clips may be worn. Coverings below the knee and covering the arms are not permitted in pool based swims.

4 Transition At the end of the swim children will exit at the shallow end (smaller children will be helped out). Please note that there is a run to the transition area from the pool. All items should be placed in the boxes provided on poolside when instructed to do so before starting their swim. Children must put on shoes at the pool hall along with t-shirts, shorts and race belts (if applicable) before leaving for transition. Swimwear must not be completely removed on poolside. Once children have completed their swim, they must make their way out of the pool (walk don t run) through the fire doors at the shallow end and continue to transition. Children must take ALL belongings (goggles and swim hats) to the transition area after their swim. Children should bring a small plastic tub with them and place it in transition next to their bike with their race number clearly marked on it. The marshals can then place any items in the correct box which will help eliminate items being lost. Goggles and swim hats are not to be thrown to parents on the way to transition as this will result in disqualification. Marshals will help children un-rack and rack their bikes as the racking can be quite high. They will not help them with clothing or shoes or putting on helmets. The transition is on the tennis courts beside the sports centre. The Cycle The cycle takes place on grass around the top school field. All competitors should have a safe and roadworthy bicycle and helmet for the event. The cycle starts at the end of the transition area and competitors should push their bike out of transition and only mount their bike once they are instructed to do so. All children will be required to have their helmet on and done up securely before they leave the transition area with their bike. Children should cycle the appropriate number of laps according to their age (please see table under race distances ). It is the child s responsibility to know how many laps they are required to complete and to count them. Children will be given a BLUE band at the end of each lap which they should wear around their wrist. Children MUST stop to collect these. These will then be counted once they have crossed the finish line to check they have done the appropriate number of laps. Children who do not have the required number of bands will be disqualified for not completing the course. The route will be marked out using cones and plastic coloured flags. Children should always keep the cones and RED flags to their right hand side. There will be marshals around the route; however it is the child s responsibility to know the route so please allow them to walk around it before they start. When you have finished the required course you will be directed back to the transition area where you will leave your bike. The Run The run is on the bottom school field on the running track. Please note: Running spikes are NOT suitable. Children should run or walk the appropriate distance for their age (please see table under race distances ). It is the child s responsibility to know the route they are required to complete. Children will be given a RED band at the end of each lap which they should wear around their wrist. Children who do not have the required number of bands will be disqualified for not completing the course. There will be marshals along the route. When you have finished the required distance you will then run to the finish.

5 The Finish The finish is situated in the school field. Please do not ask the finish line officials for your race time or place as they will not know it. It will be worked out on the completion of the event as athletes will be starting at different times. There will be water available at the finish. The child s race time consists of their overall time taken to complete all 3 disciplines and starts when they start their swim and ends at the finish line. All children will receive a medal. Presentations Awards will be given to the top 3 boys and girls of each age group. There will be spot prizes given out at the presentation, so please don t rush off at the end as it may be your child that receives one. The presentations will take place as soon after the event as possible (approximately 1.45pm) either on the field, or in the hall, dependent on the weather. Please can all parents collect bikes and kit from the transition area PRIOR to the presentations as the transition area needs to be set up for the next day s event. Useful Tips Your event numbers must be securely attached to your top and visible to the front and back during the race. Please secure each number with 4 pins, 1 in each corner. Race belts can be worn however the number must be visible on your back for the cycle and on your front for the run. Please do not cut your race number down as this could result in disqualification. Attach the laminated number to the front of your bike using the tie wraps provided, so this can be seen clearly. If you use your race belt, place your race numbers back to back and clip it on the belt, so it can be seen if it flips up. Please note: routes may change due to conditions and all competitors will be made aware of any changes at registration. Tips to Parents We ask that excited parents do not accompany their children around the course as this could cause confusion and danger on the course route. It may also result in disqualification of their child. Please read the Athlete s Parent/Guardian Code of Conduct which is enclosed with this pack. Parents are not allowed to assist their child in any way, whether this means helping them put their trainers on or their t-shirt/vest on. Assistance will result in the disqualification of their child. Marshals will be available throughout the course to give assistance if necessary. First Aid will be available at the event HQ. Refreshments including hot drinks, snacks and sandwiches will be available to purchase throughout the event. Parents of children in the 8 years and 9/10 years categories will have one 10 minute window to collect their child s bike from transition. This will be as soon as the last 10 year old goes out on the run and the 10 minutes will start at that point. If you miss this window you will not be able to collect it until the last 14 year old goes out on the run. Please don t ask the marshals to get your child s bike at any other time. You will be told no by the marshals as this will disrupt the entire event. However, if you do collect your child s bike, please stay and cheer on fellow competitors as they complete their race and enjoy the atmosphere.

6 Please do not ask the officials or the results co-ordinator about any times or results as they will not know. They are worked out on completion of the event. Nagging the officials will only hold up the event and the prize giving further. In case of bad weather please make sure that you bring appropriate clothing. In case of severely water-logged grass the cycle may be shortened to avoid the grass. Results will be available after the conclusion of the event at For event queries contact Zoe Harris on For urgent queries on the day only please contact Rules A copy of the relevant British Triathlon Competition Rules is included in the back of this pack. Please read the Athlete s Parent/Guardian Code of Conduct which is also included at the back of this pack. As this is a children s event the race referee and marshals will use common sense within the rules where necessary. We are not there to watch children struggle unnecessarily. The decision of the Race Officials is FINAL. PLEASE ENJOY THE EVENT AND HAVE LOTS OF FUN BUT MOST OF ALL HAVE A SAFE RACE

7 British Triathlon Competition Rules for Children s Events 13 General Rules NB: in the case of a child taking part in an event it is the responsibility of the parent(s) and/or accompanying adult(s) to ensure that the child understands these rules and that the child's equipment, clothing, etc. is suitable, maintained, correctly prepared and used. See also the Additional Rules for Children, section Competitors must exercise sound, mature judgment, carry out all reasonable instructions from officials, obey the laws of the land and observe traffic regulations Competitors must follow instructions given by the police. Failure to do so will result in disqualification and may lead to disciplinary action by British Triathlon Competitors are ultimately responsible for their own safety and for the safety of others Competitors must take responsibility for knowing the rules and abiding by them It is the competitor's responsibility to be properly prepared for an event and to ensure that their equipment is suitable and fit for its intended purpose It is the competitor's responsibility to know and correctly complete the full course of the event Triathlon, duathlon and aquathlon are individual endurance events. Any teamwork that provides unfair advantage over other competitors is expressly forbidden No competitor shall be permitted to continue racing who, in the opinion of any race official, is physically incapable of continuing without sustaining physical damage or loss of life It is recommended that British Triathlon members do not participate in triathlon, duathlon and aquathlon events that have not been registered with British Triathlon. British Triathlon insurance does not cover the member while participating in such an event, which may not meet the safety standards of British Triathlon. Participation may also render the member ineligible for selection to a National team. For the purpose of these rules this applies to Age Group, Junior, U23 and Elite teams. 14 Race Conduct 14.1 Competitors must conduct themselves in a proper manner and not bring the sport into disrepute All other competitors, officials, volunteers and spectators must be treated with respect and courtesy Threatening, abusive or insulting words or conduct are not permitted and competitors may be disqualified for using such All competitors must wear any official swim cap, bib or numbers provided by the race organiser. These must be worn unaltered and be both visible and/or readable at all times. (See Race Numbers, section 16.) 14.5 Competitors must be adequately clothed at all times, the minimum being a one or two piece non-transparent swim suit together with a running top if appropriate. All competitors must ensure that their upper body (especially the chest area) is clothed during the running sections of the event Race equipment must not be discarded at any point on the course but must be placed in the athlete's allotted position in transition -see Penalties (section 21) No individual support by vehicle, bicycle or on foot is permitted except as provided by the organisers. Competitors may not receive any assistance other than that provided by the race organisers Parents/Guardians/Accompanying adults: Failure by a parent/guardian/accompanying adult to carry out instructions from officials, or failure to conduct themselves in a proper manner may lead to disqualification of the competitor and/or disciplinary action against the competitor by British Triathlon. Misconduct by a parent/guardian/accompanying adult may include, but is not limited to: threatening, abusive or insulting words or conduct failure to obey marshals/officials instructions handing water bottles or any other equipment to, or collecting them from competitors tampering with the equipment of others unsporting impedance 15 Transition Areas 15.1 In order to avoid accidents, safeguard equipment and protect personal possessions, athletes must not bring helpers, friends or family members into any transition area Pets are not permitted in the transition area.

8 15.3 Equipment must be PLACED in its allotted position and not where it may hinder the progress of other competitors. Equipment that is discarded will be regarded as a hindrance and a time penalty may be issued see Penalties (section 21) Cycles must be placed in their correct allotted position both at the start & finish of the cycle section. Cycles should be racked by either the seat pin or by the handlebars/brake levers unless other arrangements are provided. Cycles which are incorrectly racked may be determined as being an impedance to other athletes see Penalties 15.5 Competitors must mount their cycles and start riding only when the parts of both wheels which touch the ground are outside the transition area (i.e. at or beyond the officially designated cycle start) When returning to transition competitors must dismount their cycle before any part of the cycle leaves the 3m dismount zone, which should be clearly marked before the end of the cycle course. They may then walk or run with their bike to its allocated position Competitors must not interfere with another competitor's equipment in the transition area Competitors must not use any device to mark their position in transition. Any device or marker will be removed by the referee but if this is not possible a penalty will be applied see Penalties (section 21). 16 Race Numbers 16.1 Race numbers provided by the organiser must not be altered, cut down, folded or in any way mutilated. Numbers so treated will result in a time penalty to the competitor if the offence is not corrected Race numbers must be affixed to the competitor's clothing or to a suitable race belt or bib so that the number is clearly visible at all times During the running phase a number must be displayed to the front Additional body marking may be provided by the organiser but this is not a substitute for, or replacement of, an official race number. 17 Swim Conduct 17.1 Competitors may stand, or rest on the bottom, or on a non-moving object, but may not gain unfair advantage or make progress, other than is deemed necessary to execute entry into and exit from the designated swimming course by doing so. In shallow waters, an exact point when swimming must commence and may cease shall be appointed and marked Competitors shall at all times swim so that they do not deliberately obstruct or interfere with other competitors. Making contact other than by accident shall be declared unsporting impedance Race organisers may set a time limit for the swimming section. The time limit will be determined when the event is registered with British Triathlon and be published in all race information and must be covered in all race briefings At the end of the specified time limit any competitor still in the water shall be ordered to retire. Competitors refusing to retire will not be insured to continue racing and may be subject to disciplinary action by British Triathlon At all events, both pool-based and open water, no diving is permitted unless pre-agreed at the time of registering and then only for entry at the start of the swim and for re-entry on multiple lap courses. 18 Cycle Conduct 18.1 Every competitor must ensure that his or her cycle is in a safe and roadworthy condition and conforms to the technical specifications laid down by British Triathlon During the event, competitors are individually responsible for the repair of their machines Where a competitor is preceded or followed for any length of time, or frequently passed, by the same motor vehicle not provided by the organisers, that vehicle shall be considered as being associated with the competitor and to be giving support Any part of the cycle course may be covered on foot but on these occasions the competitors must carry or push their own bikes All competitors must follow the normal rules of the road, obey all traffic signals and must follow any instructions given by the Police. Any infringement of the law and subsequent legal action is the sole responsibility of the competitor Competitors shall at all times cycle so that they do not deliberately obstruct or interfere with other competitors. Making contact other than by accident shall be declared unsporting impedance Helmets must be fastened before the competitor's cycle is moved from its allotted place in the transition area and must remain fastened until the cycle is returned to this position at the end of the cycle section of the race. Failure to do so may result in a time penalty see Penalties. 19 Pacing/Drafting 19.1 Competitors are not allowed to draft, i.e. take shelter behind or beside another competitor or motor vehicle during the cycling segment of races.

9 19.2 Bicycle Draft Zone For all Age Group Events (except Long Distance): The draft zone is a rectangle measuring seven (7) metres long by three (3) metres wide which surrounds every cycle on the cycle course. The front edge of the front wheel defines the centre of the leading three (3) metre edge of the rectangle. A competitor may enter the draft zone of another competitor but must be seen to be progressing through that zone. A maximum of 15 seconds is allowed to progress though the draft zone of another competitor. If an overtaking manoeuvre is not completed within 15 seconds, the overtaking cyclist must drop back The draft zone of one competitor may not overlap the draft zone of another competitor Competitors may enter the draft zone of another competitor for the purpose of overtaking as detailed above or in the following circumstances: a) For safety reasons b) At an aid station c) At the exit or entrance of a transition area d) At an acute turn, such as 180o turn around a traffic cone e) If race officials exclude a section of the course from the drafting rule because of narrow lanes, construction, detours or for other safety reasons 19.5 When a competitor is passed by other competitors, it is his/her responsibility to move out of the draft zone of the overtaking competitor. A competitor is passed when another competitor's front wheel is ahead of his/hers Side-by-side riding, while still observing the draft zone, is only allowed on courses that are fully closed to other traffic. 20 Running Conduct 20.1 No form of locomotion other than running or walking is permitted Competitors shall, at all times, run so that they do not deliberately obstruct or interfere with other competitors. Making contact other than by accident shall be declared unsporting impedance. 21 Penalties 21.1 Competitors may only be penalised by readily identifiable race referees All infringements are to be reported to the senior race referee who will have the responsibility of posting penalties Penalties may be issued or disqualifications given at any time up to the announcement of the final results, except where drug testing is involved, when results must be considered provisional until test results are known The following penalties will be imposed for infringements. Disqualification a) Threatening, abusive or insulting words or conduct b) Breaking road traffic regulations c) Dangerous conduct/riding d) Diving (but see Swim Conduct, section 17) e) Failing to obey marshals or the Police f) Nudity g) Outside assistance h) Tampering with the equipment of others i) Unsporting impedance including but not limited to incorrectly racked bikes, discarded equipment and the use of marking devices which impede others j) Drafting: Four (4) reports from static draft-control marshals NB: there is no requirement for a draft-control marshal to indicate that a competitor has been reported k) Course irregularities (unless the competitor returns to the point at which he/she left the course, or a point on the course prior to it, and then completes the course) l) Breach of conduct by parent/guardian/accompanying adult Disqualification If Fault Not Rectified After A Warning m) Illegal equipment (swim, cycle or run equipment) n) Banned equipment including, but not limited to, mobile telephones, MP3 players and personal stereos o) Illegal progress (during swim, cycle or run) p) Racing topless 2 Minute Penalty q) Helmet violations (unclipping helmet whilst in contact with the cycle) r) Number violations (not able to be altered after a warning) s) Riding in the transition area t) Markers in transition that cannot be removed but do not impede the progress of others u) Drafting: Three (3) reports from static draft-control marshals. NB: there is no requirement for the marshal to indicate that a report has been made

10 Notes: The race referee may issue a discretionary two minute penalty for infringements not listed above Penalties will be posted as soon as they are available, on the penalty board, by the senior referee. The penalty board will be provided by the race organiser and placed at an agreed position with easy access for competitors e.g. near transition or next to the results display In the case of any athlete or their parent/guardian/supporter(s) using threatening, abusive or insulting conduct, British Triathlon will consider disciplinary action against that athlete 22 Appeals 22.1 An appeal is a request for a review of a decision made by a referee 22.2 Appeals cannot be made against "judgment calls" by officials. Judgment calls include, but are not limited to, drafting, dangerous riding and unsporting conduct 22.3 Appeals must be made in writing to the race referee within one hour of a penalty being posted and be accompanied by a fee of refundable if the appeal is upheld 27 Age Categories 27.2 Age category shall be determined as at 31st December in the current year. 30 Additional Rules for Children These extra rules or rule variances are written for children and their parents/guardians, and are intended to help make children's events safe and enjoyable. Please refer to British Triathlon s Child Protection Policy re guidelines for the use of photographic and filming equipment at British Triathlon registered children s competitions 30.1 The maximum permissible air temperature in which events can take place is 30 C The following maximum race distances are applicable for each age group: Triathlon Swim Cycle (Grass) Run TriStar Start (8 Years) 50m 800m 600m TriStar 1 (9-10 Years) 150m 2km 1.2km TriStar 2 (11-12 Years) 200m 4km 1.8km TriStar 3 (13-14 Years) 300m 6km 2.4km 30.6 Event organisers must obtain written consent from a child's parent or guardian that their child has permission to compete in any given event, is fit and healthy, that their child's cycle is roadworthy, and they agree to abide by the rules of British Triathlon It is the children's parent's/guardian's/accompanying adult's responsibility to ensure that the competitor's machine is in a safe and roadworthy condition. Aero bars (handle bar extensions) must not be fitted to bicycles where cycling takes place on grass. (Please note that mountain bike bar-ends are acceptable.) 30.8 The bicycle sizing rules for adults may not apply to children's bicycles but all cycles must, at the least, have: handlebar and aero bar/bar extensions all plugged properly fitted and serviceable tyres, wheels, gears and controls a working brake on both wheels 30.9 The following additional safety requirements apply to events for competitors aged 8 to 14: Cycling and running must take place on roads closed to vehicular traffic Fluids must be made available at the start and finish of both cycle and run sections Competitors must be visible to officials at all times No individual support/pacing by bicycles or on foot is permitted, except where provided by the organisers In order to avoid accidents, safeguard equipment and protect personal possessions, competitors must not bring helpers, friends or family members into any transition area when the race is in progress The following penalties will be imposed for infringements: Disqualification Threatening, abusive or insulting words or conduct Diving Failing to obey marshals Nudity Outside assistance (other than that given by the organiser) Tampering with the equipment of others

11 Unsporting impedance Disqualification If Fault Not Rectified After A Warning Formal Warning: Helmet violations on the cycle course Illegal equipment (swim, cycle or run) Illegal progress (during the swim, cycle or run) Topless during bike or run Time Penalty A time penalty will be imposed for: Number violations (not able to be rectified after a formal warning) Riding in the transition area Helmet violations in the transition area The time penalty for each age category is as follows: Tristar 1: 30 seconds Tristar 2: 40 seconds Tristar 3: 50 seconds

12 Athlete s Parent/Guardian Code of Conduct The following Code of Conduct must be followed by all parents and guardians of athletes competing in the Wadebridge Mini Triathlon. Failure of a parent/guardian to comply with the Code of Conduct may lead to an athlete being disqualified from the event. Encourage your child to learn the British Triathlon Competition Rules (copy of relevant rules enclosed), and the exact distances of each race they are competing in (i.e. how many lengths they swim, how many laps they cycle etc). Athletes must take responsibility for ensuring they complete the correct distances. Parents/Guardians are not permitted to assist athletes during the race. Any assistance may lead to an athlete being disqualified. Help your child to recognise good performance, not just results. Never punish or belittle your child for losing, making mistakes or a poor performance. Only ever encourage in a positive manner. Never pace your child or run beside them. Doing so may lead to an athlete being disqualified. If you intend to take any photographs/video footage at any event, you must familiarise yourselves with the British Triathlon guidelines to taking photos/video. Use appropriate language at all times. Swearing and abusive language is completely unacceptable by athletes and parents, and may lead to an athlete being disqualified. Officials, referees, marshals and event volunteers must not be approached, confronted or challenged during an event. Anyone doing so will lead to their child being disqualified. If you wish to challenge the result of an event or the distances an athlete has completed, the appeals procedure must be followed but not until all the day s races are completed. Appeals An appeal is a request for a review of a decision made by a referee, official or marshal. Appeals cannot be made against judgment calls by officials. Judgment calls include, but are not limited to, drafting, dangerous riding, number violation and unsporting conduct. Appeals must be made in writing to the race referee within one hour of a penalty being posted.