Welcome to KMD IRONMAN Copenhagen Practical information KMD IRONMAN Copenhagen - Event Schedule

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1 Athlete Guide 2013

2 Welcome to KMD IRONMAN Copenhagen... 3 Practical information... 4 KMD IRONMAN Copenhagen - Event Schedule Registration: Thursday, August 15 through Saturday, August EXPO: Thursday, August 15 through Saturday, August Race briefing: Friday, August Pasta Party: Friday, August 16, Check-in: Saturday, August 17, to Race day check-in: Sunday, August 18, from Race start: TRI11 Swim course information Endurance Sport T1 information Bike course information Oddset bike aid stations CRAFT T2 information ECCO Biom Run course information Oddset run aid stations Finish line party Christiansborg Slotsplads Rules applying to all segments of the race Athlete s Garden Medical help Doping Timing and cut-off times Award Ceremony & Kona Slot Allocation: Monday Aug Awards and age groups Relay teams Race week training Lost and found Transportation in Copenhagen

3 Getting around, addresses etc

4 Welcome to KMD IRONMAN Copenhagen Dear triathletes, It is an honour to welcome you as an athlete to the inaugural KMD IRONMAN Copenhagen - the biggest iron distance race in Northern Europe. On August 18, 2,500 athletes will swim in the water of Amager Strandpark, ride the roads of Northern Zealand, and finally run an amazing marathon in the heart of Copenhagen. In this Athlete Guide you should be able to find answers to all of your questions regarding the race. Please study this guide carefully as it contains very important information regarding the race. Please keep in mind that the rules are intended to help you and your competitors, so please obey them and let s all have a truly amazing race! Good luck and see you at the finish line! Yours sincerely, KMD IRONMAN Copenhagen 3

5 Practical information Results service Throughout KMD IRONMAN Copenhagen your friends and relatives can follow you in KMD IRONMAN Copenhagen online and via text messages/sms. Mobile App Find the free app in Android Market and Apple App Store - search for IRONMAN DK. SMS/text Service Text KMD SMS [start number] to 1276 and your relatives can receive status text messages each time you cross a timing mat. The price is 2 DKK pr text/sms and you can receive up to 30 text messages (SMS). Only Danish subscribers can use the text/sms results service. You can add friends and relatives to the text/sms service at the start list - click here. Facebook Online Approximately one week prior to the race Ultimate Timing will send you an where you can add your results and timing to your Facebook account. Every time you pass a timing mat your time and result will be posted in your Facebook status updates. On online timing will be available throughout the day. Timing chip Your timing chip must be handed in when you collect your bike after the race - failure to do so will cost a 250 DKK administration fee. 4

6 KMD IRONMAN Copenhagen - Event Schedule 2013 Wednesday August Who is Number One 5 km Fun Run from DGI Byen Hotel Free participation and support the fight against cancer Thursday August Triathlon expo at Rådhuspladsen (Copenhagen City Hall Square) Athlete registration at Rådhuspladsen (Copenhagen City Hall Square) KMD 4:18:4 Copenhagen at Amager Strandpark Friday August Triathlon expo at Rådhuspladsen Athlete registration at Rådhuspladsen Race briefing international at Copenhagen City Hall Race briefing in Danish at Copenhagen City Hall (Race #1-1100)* Race briefing in Danish at Copenhagen City Hall (Race # )* Race briefing pro athletes at Copenhagen City Hall 17: Pasta Party at Øksnehallen, right next to DGI Byen Hotel KMD 4:18:4 Copenhagen at Amager Strandpark *(Do to limited space the Danish briefing will be held twice. The first briefing from will be for athletes with bib number , except pros, and from for bib number ) Saturday August KMD 4:18:4 Copenhagen at Amager Strandpark Triathlon expo at Rådhuspladsen Athlete registration at Rådhuspladsen Bike Check-in, athlete #1 to #750 at Amager Strandpark Bike Check-in, athlete #751 to #1500 at Amager Strandpark Bike Check-in, athlete #1501 to #3000+ at Amager Strandpark Sunday August 18, RACE DAY Endurance Sport T1 opens for athletes at Amager Strandpark Race start, professional/elite athletes Race start, all female age groups Race start, male age group athletes in 10 minute intervals Race start, relay teams Approx Arrival of the race winner, Christiansborg Slotsplads Approx Arrival of the female race winner, Christiansborg Slotsplads Last finisher, finish line party, Christiansborg Slotsplads Monday August Award Ceremony and Kona Slot Allocation at building 55 (next to DGI Byen Hotel) 5

7 Registration: Thursday, August 15 through Saturday, August 17 Registration and race bag pick-up will take place on Copenhagen City Hall Square (Rådhuspladsen) in central Copenhagen. Rådhuspladsen Copenhagen V Opening hours for registration: Thursday, August to Friday, August to Saturday, August to To register you need the following: Official government issued photo ID - passport, driver s license etc. Valid national triathlon membership documentation or cash for 1-day license (est. 16 or DKK 120). If you have bought a 1-day license at registration, you will only need your official government-issued photo ID. All athletes must have registered before on Saturday, August 17. No registration will be possible after this time. Professional/elite athletes are required to submit a proof of professional/elite status at registration to complete their registration. Pro athletes are required to submit a proof of Pro license in order to be eligible for prize money. At registration you will receive the following items: Athlete s wristband Race number Safety pins Timing chip Timing chip band BLUE bike bag RED run bag WHITE after race bag Coloured swim cap 3 x number stickers for your helmet 1 x number sticker for your bike 3 x number stickers for your BLUE, RED and WHITE bag Special needs bags At the aid stations at Geels Bakke (bike segment) and Langebro (run segment) you have the option to have your own special needs bag placed. If you wish to have your special needs bag placed at the aid stations (the last table), they will be handed out at the registration just ask for a special needs bag for bike and/or run when you come to collect your start number at registration. On race morning you hand your special needs bag(s) in at the designated car in T1 NO LATER THAN 7.00 where the bags are taken to the aid stations. Remember: On the bike, you must stop entirely before taking your special needs bag. No littering is allowed, so leave your bag on the ground by the aid station. 6

8 Please mark your special needs bag with your bib number so you can find it special needs bags will be placed at the last table at the aid station on Geels Bakke (bike) and Langebro (run). EXPO: Thursday, August 15 through Saturday, August 17 The KMD IRONMAN Copenhagen triathlon expo is located at Rådhuspladsen, right next to the Copenhagen City Hall. You will find Rådhuspladsen at: Rådhuspladsen København K. Located at the start of the main shopping street, Strøget, next to Tivoli, makes the expo a perfect place for starting and ending your city sightseeing tours. Rådhuspladsen, the city hall square is hub for a large part of the city bus lines. If you choose the S-train or Metro, you will have a five minutes walk from Hovedbanegården (Copenhagen Central Station), or a 10 minutes walk from Nørreport Station. DGI Byen Hotel is a 5 minute walk from Rådhuspladsen. Race briefing: Friday, August 16 Race briefing will be held at Copenhagen City Hall. It is mandatory for all athletes competing in KMD IRONMAN Copenhagen to attend the race briefing. The race briefing will be held after the following schedule: Race briefing - International Race briefing Danish (athletes #1-1100) Race briefing Danish (athletes # ) Race briefing - Pro athletes City Hall is located at: Rådhuspladsen Copenhagen V Pasta Party: Friday, August 16, The KMD IRONMAN Copenhagen Pasta Party is held in Øksnehallen next to DGI Byen Hotel. All athletes will receive an athlete wristband at registration. The wristband allows her/him free entry to the Pasta Party where all food and beverages are free. Additional tickets to the Pasta Party can be bought at the entrance if not sold out. Price: 125 DKK in cash. 7

9 Check-in: Saturday, August 17, to Your bike, the BLUE bike bag and the RED run bag check-in takes place in Endurance Sport Transition zone 1, T1, at Amager Strandpark on Saturday August 17. Amager Strandpark is located at: Jollevej København S. We advise everyone to use public transportation such as the Copenhagen Metro to get to T1 and the Swim Start since parking is very limited. Closest Metro stop is Amager Strand. Check-in times: Bike Check-in, athlete #1 to # Bike Check-in, athlete #751 to # Bike Check-in, athlete #1501 to #3000+ Pro athletes must check in Saturday August 17, During bike check-in an Energy Sport Bike Service Center will be present to offer last minute adjustments and service to your bike. Overnight security is provided in the Endurance Sport transition zone 1. On Saturday you must check-in the following items: Bike Bike helmet BLUE bike bag RED run bag Check-in will not be possible without all the above items. Only athletes are allowed in the Endurance Sport Transition Zone. Helmet stickers must be placed like this: 8

10 The sticker on the bike must be placed in one of the following ways: The bike number must be visible at all times during the bike ride. You will receive a BLUE bike bag and a RED run bag at registration. The RED run bag must be checked-in with your bike and helmet on Saturday. Please pack your run gear in the appropriate bag and bring it to the check-in area. The RED run bag must be handed over at the designated area, and will afterwards be transported to Craft T2 by the KMD IRONMAN Copenhagen officials. Remember to place the number stickers on the bag. The BLUE bike bag is for your bike equipment. At bike check-in you must place the BLUE bike bag in the designated racks next to swim exit. The specific area is marked with your race number. Your helmet must be placed on your bike, and is NOT allowed in the BLUE bag. Your helmet must be an approved bike helmet according to Danish law. Race marshals have the right to reject helmets not meeting these standards. If rejected the athlete has to get hold of an approved helmet before participating in the race. There will not be bike covers at check-in due to risk of windy conditions at T1 in the beach park. If you want your bike covered please bring your own bag and secure it tightly. Due to the risk of windy conditions you are only permitted to cover your handle bars, seat and pedals, and not the entire bike. Only athletes and race officials will be permitted access to T1. For security reasons no bikes or helmets are allowed to be taken out of T1 once checked-in. After Saturday August 17 no athletes will be allowed access to T1. Race day check-in: Sunday, August 18, from Race day check-in will take place in Endurance Sport T1 at Amager Strandpark. T1 opens for athletes at Sunday morning. Only athletes and marshals will have access to T1. At registration you will receive a coloured swim cap, a timing chip and a race number. Please remember these items on race morning. You must hand over your WHITE after race bag with your personal clothing at the designated area in T1 on race morning. After race bags must be handed in no later than

11 It will be transported to the Athlete s Garden at the finish line, where you can pick it up after the race. It is not allowed to leave your floor bike pump in the race bags. Please hand them over to family or friends supporting you at the swim start. Please note that it is not allowed to mark your bike in any way with balloons or similar. The race marshals will remove such effects. All athletes have to leave T1 and head to the swim start no later than Failure to do so may cause a time penalty. Please note that it will not be possible to check-in or register on race morning. Race start: 7.00 The race starts in waves after the following schedule: Group Swim cap - gold PRO Group Swim cap - pink AG Women Group Swim cap - white AG MEN Group Swim cap - light blue AG MEN Group Swim cap - red AG MEN Group Swim cap - blue AG MEN Group Swim cap - light green AG MEN Group Swim cap - purple AG MEN *** Group Swim cap - yellow Relay All Age Groups, Women Age Groups M18-24 and M25-29 Age Groups M50-54, M55-59, M60-64, M65-69, M70-74, M75-79 and M80+ Each wave must proceed to the pre-start area no later than 10 minutes before their group s starting time. The official swim cap must be visible and clean. Stickers or other markings are not allowed on the swim cap. It is allowed to wear a personal swim cap underneath the official swim cap. TRI11 Swim course information The 3.8 km swim in the lagoon at Amager Strandpark will be a spectacular swim going under three bridges with spectators near you at all times. The cut-off time for the swim is set to where all athletes must have exited the water. Athletes who fail to comply with this will not be allowed to continue in the race. The swim cap provided at the registration is provided for safety, and must be worn throughout the swim. The race will start with a beach start having all athletes run into the water. The swim is a counter-clockwise swim marked with buoys. Should you be in any kind of need; kayaks, lifeguards and other marshals will be in the water to help you. The water temperature at Amager Strandpark is expected to be around C. With a temperature below 24 C wetsuit is mandatory. Wetsuits approved by the ITU protocol are allowed. No fins, paddles, snorkels or other floating devices are allowed! 10

12 You can warm up prior to your start on the opposite side of the beach from where the start is. It is 50 meters away. Face, hands and feet must be completely uncovered at all times. You may not wear your race number in the water; this shall be either in the red run bag or by your bike. You can choose to wear your race number on the bike or only on the run. If you only wear it on the run please place it in your red run bag. Number stickers on the bike are mandatory. Safety In order for a safe swim for everyone we advice participants to comply with the international guideline for open water swim. Thorough warm up on land Thorough warm up in water (warm up is located at the opposite side of the beach from the swim start, 50 m away) Keep body temperature high up to race start Keep pulse and energy level up right before the start Keep calm and pace yourself in the beginning of the swim When entering the water, please make sure your timing chip is fastened securely. If the chip is lost during the swim, please contact a race official after exiting the water. Amager Strandpark is a public beach and you will have access to the water at all times. For most of the course buoys will be placed from Thursday August 15th, in the far end of the course, buoys cannot be placed before Saturday because of access to the harbour. When training, remember a colourful swim cap for safety. 11

13 Endurance Sport T1 information When exiting the water you will enter the Endurance Sport Transition Zone 1 (T1) where you will change and get ready for the 180 km bike ride. We will have a small supply of kits to use in case of jelly fish stings. These are located inside the changing tents. After the swim you must pick up your BLUE bike bag, head into the transition tent where all changing will take place. When finished changing you will need to pack your wetsuit and other swim gear in the BLUE bag and bring it outside the tent, where you will leave it in the designated containers. Lezyne will have 10 floor pumps available in T1, which are free to use prior to the start. Please note that if you bring your own floor pump it is not allowed to store it in any of your race bags. Please also note that KMD IRONMAN Copenhagen is not responsible for any lost items in T1. You are allowed to bring your own pump with you on the bike course. Your helmet must be placed on the bike. Besides the helmet, you are only allowed to leave small items such as sunglasses, race number, energy etc. on the bike. Bike shoes shall be in the BLUE bike bag OR secured on the bike pedals. All clothes must be in the BLUE bike bag and are not allowed on the bike. It is NOT allowed to leave anything beside the bike or on the ground. Please note that before mounting the bike you need to have the helmet s chinstrap fastened. The chinstrap must be fastened at all times when the athlete is with the bike. Failure to do so will cause a penalty from the race marshals. You have to cross the bike mount line before mounting your bike. The line will be clearly marked and is located when exiting T1. Athletes have to be out of Endurance Sport T1 at 10.35, otherwise they will not be allowed to continue the race. The BLUE bike bag will be transported to T2, where you must pick it up when you pick up your bike after the race. 12

14 Bike course information Headed out on the 2-loop bike course in and around Copenhagen you will experience a flat and fast course where you will pass by some of the most famous sites of the city and countryside. Marathon-Photos.com will be there to take your photos and together with thousands of spectators we promise you a spectacular ride. Please remember that you have the full responsibility of your bike s performance and safe condition on race day. Please make sure that all mechanical parts are in good condition and that all equipment on the bike is securely fastened. We recommend using a solid racing tyre as you may come across flint stones on the roads. Parts of the bike course will be sweeped before the race but expect flint stones on the course. Flats can occur for all athletes so please be prepared for these situations. At each of the 3 aid stations you will find Lezyne pumps and some basic tools. Please be aware that it s your own responsibility to carry extra tubes, tires, tools, etc. on your bike as you race. The tools at the aid station are an extra service you can use. Your bike must comply with the Danish Triathlon Association s rules. In short this means that the bike is technically suitable and safe for a triathlon race. Please note that brake levers must point backwards. Wheels allowed according to the Danish Triathlon Associations may be used, including disc wheels. Please see the guidelines from the Danish Triathlon Association for further information about bike equipment (only in Danish). Road closures The bike course will be closed for other traffic in the direction of the bike travel. Please be aware of oncoming traffic. Should a car get onto the course please stay calm and help it out onto the right way. Trained personnel, police and the Home Guard will be on the course giving directions and clearing traffic. They will be there for your protection at all times. Please note that, as in most triathlons held on public roads, we cannot guarantee 100% car free roads, as people who live on/by the bike course have to be able to get out of their homes. Habitants living on the course have been informed about KMD IRONMAN Copenhagen and more than 350 officials and 200 Home Guard officers are present to help and guide traffic during KMD IRONMAN Copenhagen. Road closures are executed in close cooperation with the Police, local communities, professional road companies and the Home Guard. The roads are closed with extensive use of road cones, markers and road signs. In order to handle other traffic on race day, regular traffic will be crossing the bike course at relevant places. At all times this traffic will be guided and regulated by traffic officials and you, the athletes, have the priority. Please pay attention and beware of this crossing traffic for your own safety. In case of emergency rescue vehicles with the sirens on shall have free passage at all times. Please yield and let them pass you. For safety reasons you need to pay extra attention when: Crossing roads 13

15 Making left and right turns Passing aid stations On the bike course you will meet the following information signs: Athletes are expected to follow directions and instructions from race officials, race marshals, police and the Home Guard officers. Failure to do so may cause disqualification from the race. Avoid drafting Drafting another bike or any other vehicle is not allowed. Athletes must ride by themselves in the right side of the road near the white stripe, except when passing other cyclists. Side-by-side cycling is not allowed. You must keep a distance of 10 meters, measured from front-wheel to front-wheel, and 2 meters to the side, to all competitors at all times, except when passing. Athletes passing other cyclists have 30 seconds to overtake before pulling to the right. Never overtake on the inside! An overtaken cyclist must fall 10 meters back before attempting to regain the lead from the lead bike. You must at all times wear the race number stickers issued by KMD IRONMAN Copenhagen on your bike and bike helmet. The athlete race number is optional on the bike section, but if worn, it must be on the back side of the shirt, or on the back secured to a number belt. The race number shall be clearly visible at all times. Race numbers for single age-group starters will have a white background with a black number, pro-athletes a gold number and relay teams a red number. Agegroup notification will be visible on the number. Athletes committing rule violations will be notified on the spot by a race marshal. The marshal has the following possibilities of penalties: Verbal warning no time penalty Stop and go / verbal warning no automatic time penalty Yellow card 4 minutes time penalty in penalty tent in T2 and on 3 rd / 6 th aid station on the bike course (Geels Bakke) Red card disqualification from the race Verbal warning: The race marshals have the possibility to verbally warn athletes. This serves as a warning and if the athlete does not obey a yellow card can be issued. 14

16 Stop and go / verbal warning: If a group of athletes forms and is drafting on each other the race marshal has the possibility to stop the entire group and start them as singles again. All athletes need to have both feet on the ground, before the marshal lets the first rider go again. Every seconds from then on, the race marshal will let a new athlete go until the entire group is riding again. If the race marshal finds it necessary a yellow card (time penalty) may be issued to athletes in the group; the athletes number will be called then. Yellow card: Time penalty of 4 minutes. A race marshal has the opportunity to issue a yellow card to athletes as a penalty. It will be the race marshals call to decide whether a verbal warning is enough or a yellow card should be issued. Reasons for a yellow card may be; drafting, not obeying a race marshal s call, not keeping in the right side of the road, throwing garbage or bottles when an aid station is not in sight. Two yellow cards will result in a red card. The time penalty shall be served at the penalty box at Geels Bakke or in the penalty tent in T2. Athletes will be disqualified if they do not accept the time penalty. Red card: Disqualification from the race. Please keep in mind that the bike part is a time trial for each single athlete. Any kind of drafting is forbidden. Race marshals will do their best to avoid drafting but they can t cover every kilometre on the course. So athletes please help the race marshals; if you see someone drafting, call them and let them know that they act against the rules. We all want a fair race which we can only achieve if all athletes race sensibly and with fairness. Please inform your family, friends, coach and supporters that it is not allowed following on bikes, cars, etc., alongside the athletes in the race. If this is not respected the athlete will be penalized. Please note that Langeliniebroen is a no passing zone. You will cross the bridge after about 7 km and again after about 177 km. Athletes are required to race at reduced speed when crossing the bridge. Passing other athletes will result in a yellow card. Please note that MP3 players and other electronic entertainment devices are strictly forbidden on the courses - athletes not obeying this will be disqualified. In order to complete the bike course you have to enter the Craft T2 before Failure to do so will result in disqualification from the race, and you will not be permitted to continue in the race. From until the roads will reopen for normal traffic after the last competitor. Cut-off times on the bike course: Last competitor out of Endurance Sport T1 and bike section starts Last competitor must begin the second bike loop - Strandvejen/Tranegårdsvej Last competitor must enter Craft T2 and the bike course closes Please note that after the second loop you will head back into Copenhagen in the same lane as you went out in the morning. This means that you will be riding in the opposite side of the road. You still need to keep to the right, so that other athletes can pass you on the left. After riding the 180 km you are on your way into Craft T2 in front of the Danish National Bank. You need to dismount your bike before passing the timing mat into the zone; the marking will be clearly indicated. Race officials will be present to take your bike so you can continue on with the final part of the race, the marathon. Oddset bike aid stations You will pass 6 Oddset aid stations on the bike course. They are placed at the following locations: Bellevue Strand - approx. 20 km and 100 km 15

17 Grønholtvej, Lønholt - approx 50 km and 130 km Holte (Geels Bakke) - approx. 80 and 160 km At each Oddset bike aid station you will find: Bottles with water Bottles with High5 energy Gels from High5 Energy bars from High5 Bananas Diluted coke If you need medical assistance on the bike course first-aiders will be placed at each aid station. Toilets will be placed at all aid stations. Please use them! It s allowed to have your own supplies handed to you within 100 meters after each aid station on the bike course. You need to arrange a personal helper to hand you your supplies. It is not allowed to receive any kind of help at any other point on the course. Each athlete is individually responsible for any repair and/or maintenance of their bike. It is however allowed to receive help from the other competitors. Also see special needs, page 6. Our partners Energy Sport, Vredestein and Lezyne will provide a small supply of tools, tires, tubes and pumps at each aid station. Ask the officials at the aid station for tools, etc. There will be no mechanics at the aid stations. You are only allowed to deposit bottles and garbage in the aid station zones in the designated containers for bottles and garbage cans. Please keep the environment in mind before tossing garbage. Failure to follow these directions will cause a disqualification. Going into an aid station please follow the flow and remember that other athletes will follow right after you. Prepare yourself for the aid station in good time. Officials will hand you supplies when you pass by. But please be careful so dangerous situations can be avoided. 16

18 CRAFT T2 information Heading into Transition 2 (T2) officials will stand by - ready to take your bike. After you have handed over your bike, pick up your RED run bag and head into the transition tent where you change into your running gear. You need to put all your bike gear into the bag, including your bike helmet. Bike shoes shall stay on the bike pedals or be placed in the RED run bag. After the race you need to pick up your RED run bag and your bike from the Craft T2 area. To get your belongings out of Craft T2, you need to have your race number and your timing chip with you. You can pick up your belongings from All bikes have to be picked up before Sunday evening. KMD IRONMAN Copenhagen is not responsible for bikes not picked up after T2 is located 200 meters from the finish line at Christiansborg Slotsplads, the address is: Nationalbanken Havnegade København K. ECCO Biom Run course information Heading out on the 4-looped run course on the ocean side of Copenhagen you will experience a flat and fast course, where you will pass some of the most famous city sites. During the run athletes must at all times wear the race number visible on the front. The shirt shall be worn at all times during the run. Remember that an IRONMAN race is an individual performance, which means that no vehicles, bikes or people running may escort the athlete. Athletes must reject the assistance immediately; otherwise it may cause a penalty. Race officials will be on the course to show directions. Please follow their directions at all times. Please note that MP3 players and other electronic entertainment devices are strictly forbidden on the courses - athletes not obeying this will be disqualified. 17

19 Oddset run aid stations On the run course aid stations will be placed approx. every 2 km. Oddset aid stations on the run course will serve in both directions for the runners. The locations of the aid stations are the following: Christians Brygge (Underpass at Langebro) Havnegade Langelinie At each Oddset run aid station you will find: Water Energy drinks from High5 Gels from High5 Energy bars from High5 Fruits Cola Red Bull Sponges Cake Salted crackers If you need medical assistance on the run course, medical help will be available at the aid stations. Toilets will be placed at all aid stations. Please use them! It s allowed to have your own supplies handed to you within 50 meters before and after each aid station on the run course. You need to arrange a personal helper to hand you your supplies. It is not allowed to receive any kind of help at any other point on the course. Also see special needs information at page 6. Only within 50 metres of a run aid station are you allowed to dispose your garbage. Please keep the environment in mind before tossing garbage. Failure to follow these directions will cause a disqualification. 18

20 Finish line party Christiansborg Slotsplads The finish line is located at Christiansborg Slotsplads where spectators will cheer you on as you cross the finish line. Please be aware that you are only allowed to cross the finish line by yourself or with fellow participants. It is NOT allowed to take your children/relatives/friends with you when you cross the finish line. KMD IRONMAN Copenhagen finishes with a big finish line party at We look forward to seeing all athletes at the finish line and to feel the special moment of the race when the last finisher enters the area! After this, the run course will be closed and the roads will reopen. Rules applying to all segments of the race If pulling out of the race you MUST inform an official For safety reasons it is vital that if an athlete drop out of the race at any time (especially before, during or after the swim) the athlete MUST inform a race official about this. The Danish Triathlon Association sanctions KMD IRONMAN Copenhagen based on the ITU protocol. Athletes are expected to follow directions and instructions from all race officials, race marshals and race management. Only race marshals have the authority to disqualify an athlete, but they are entitled to do so single-handedly. All medical personnel have ultimate and final authority to remove an athlete from the race if the athlete is judged to be physically incapable of continuing the race without risk of serious injury or death. Athletes are not allowed to use alcohol or any illegal, detrimental or dangerous drugs, stimulants, depressants or other substances or procedures with intent to improve performance, eliminate the sense of fatigue or for any other purpose. Violation of this rule is grounds for immediate disqualification. Fraud, theft, abusive treatment of volunteers or other acts of poor sportsmanship are grounds for immediate disqualification and will result in the athlete being suspended from any race in the IRONMAN series in the future. If an athlete decides to withdraw from the race at any time, it is the athlete s responsibility to report it to the race marshals. KMD IRONMAN Copenhagen reserves the right to make rule and course changes at any time provided that all athletes are notified by and/or at the pre-race race briefings. 19

21 Athlete s Garden After the race you can relax in the Athlete s Garden. The following will be available: Food Drinks Massage Shower Toilets Medical personnel Athlete s Garden closes at Medical help There will be medical assistance and facilities throughout the race. These are placed at the following locations: T1 Oddset bike aid stations Oddset run aid stations Athlete s Garden In the Athlete s Garden doctors will be ready to assist you. Competing in an IRONMAN race may cause serious damage to your body. Please bear in mind that the right hydration before and under the race can be vital for your success in the race. Remember that you race on your own risk, and that the race organizers cannot be held responsible for any injury, damage - or in extreme cases, death - during the race. This is a long distance endurance event so we advise all participants only to start the race if they have trained well, feel fit and don t have any physical problems especially regarding the vital organs. If you have had problems with irregular heart rhythms in your training we would highly recommend that you see a specialist for a health check prior to the race. Doping KMD IRONMAN Copenhagen is in cooperation with the Danish Triathlon association and Anti Doping Danmark against all form of and use of doping. All athletes, professionals and age groupers may be subject for testing before and after the race. By registering to compete at this event you have consented to be subject to drug testing and adhere to the penalties associated with anti-doping rules. The athlete will be banned in accordance with the rules of Anti Doping Danmark should he/she be tested positive for any substance banned by the WADA regulations and policies and is not in vindicated by the administrative appeal process, or tested positive for any of the above mentioned items. If tested positive, the athletes will in any case be banned from racing in the IRONMAN series for two years. A second offend will cause a lifetime ban. 20

22 Timing and cut-off times Please read this section carefully - your race may depend on it! KMD IRONMAN Copenhagen is a 15 hours race maximum, starting with the professional group at 7.00 in the morning and with the last finisher entering the finish line at In addition to finishing the race, you need to stay within the following cut-off times: Last competitor out of water Last competitor out of T Last competitor must begin the second bike loop - Strandvejen/Tranegårdsvej Last competitor must enter T2 and the bike course closes The finish line closes Due to the athletes safety cut-off times have to be respected. Race marshals will tell you if you did not make it in time. KMD IRONMAN Copenhagen is timed with ChampionsChip. You will receive your personal timing chip at registration. Fasten it to your right ankle with a velcro strap before the swim, and leave it on until you finish the race. You may apply vaseline around your ankle to avoid chafing - this will not affect the chip of timing. If you lose your chip, seek advice with the first race marshal possible. You need your chip for timing and to get your bike, RED and BLUE bag out of T2. If you do not start, you still have to return the timing chip. This is done either in registration or at the swim start. 21

23 Award Ceremony & Kona Slot Allocation: Monday Aug The race is over and hopefully we have all had a bit of sleep. It is now time to celebrate our victories and the fastest men, women, age groupers and relay teams. Besides telling stories and sharing memories the winners will be celebrated and the Kona Slot Allocation will take place. KMD IRONMAN Copenhagen will award 50 Kona slots for the 2013 IRONMAN World Championship. Read more about allocation here. The entry fee for Hawaii 2013 is USD 775 and has to be paid during the Kona Slot Allocation in Copenhagen on August 19, 2013, in cash Euro or by Credit card (final assessment for Euro will be published in the race week). No checks are accepted. Please show valid picture ID. The Awards Ceremony and Kona Slot Allocation will be held at Building 55 (Bygning 55) right next to DGI Byen Hotel from Awards and age groups Competitors in KMD IRONMAN Copenhagen are divided in the following age groups according to year of birth: Professionals M/F 18 from 18 to 24 years M/F 25 from 25 to 29 years M/F 30 from 30 to 34 years M/F 35 from 35 to 39 years M/F 40 from 40 to 44 years M/F 45 from 45 to 49 years M/F 50 from 50 to 54 years M/F 55 from 55 to 59 years M/F 60 from 60 to 64 years M/F 65 from 65 to 69 years M/F 70 from 70 to 74 years M/F 75 from 75 years and older The first ten places for professional women and men are entitled to the following prize money: DKK DKK DKK DKK DKK DKK DKK DKK DKK DKK Relay teams will be awarded with the following: DKK DKK DKK 22

24 Relay teams Each relay team will register under the same conditions as the single starters. At registration the relay team will receive: 3 athlete wristband 2 start numbers 1 timing chip BLUE bike bag RED run bag WHITE after race bag 1 coloured swim cap 3 number stickers for the bike helmet 1 number sticker for the bike 3 number stickers for your BLUE, RED and WHITE bag Relay athletes act as single starters when racing. Therefore the same rules apply for relay teams as for single starters. It is only in the transition zones there will be a difference. Relay swimmers Put your after swim-clothes in the BLUE bike bag and deposit it at the bike rack with your race number. This is where you will hand over the timing chip to your teammate. Swim start is at As all other athletes, you have to be out of T1 before After swimming the 3.8 km, you will exit the water and enter T1. Here you shall pass all the way through the tent and head for the transition. Wear your swim cap all the way through, so the officials can recognise you as a relay starter and let you pass with your wetsuit on. After you have handed over your timing chip, you can change your clothes and your active part of the race is over. Relay cyclists After receiving the chip from your swimmer you will head for the bike mount line where you will begin the 180 km bike ride. You need to check-in your bike on Saturday, between and The bike must be placed at the bike rack with your race number where the transition from the swimmer to the cyclist will take place. Put your clothes into the RED run bag and place it at the designated Relay container. A vehicle will be there to transport it into the T2 area where you may pick it up after your race. In the race you need to comply with the same rules as the single starters. Please note that start numbers must be placed as if you were a single starter. When entering the T2 area you will head for the market place for relay teams. Here your runner will be waiting and after you have handed over the timing chip, your race is over. You may pick up your bag in the T2 area. 23

25 Relay runner Before the start, put your clothes in the WHITE post race bag and deposit it at the designated area in T2. The bag will then be transported to the finish line area, where you can pick it up after the race. After receiving the timing chip from your team cyclist you may begin the marathon. During the run, you need to comply with the same rules as the single starters. When entering the finish line your teammates may join you the last 200 meters. They have to join you before the fences start at Christiansborg Slotsplads. After crossing the finish line, you are all welcome in the Athlete s Garden where you can enjoy your team s performance. You will have to pick up you RED bag with your clothes in the Athlete s Garden. Mechanical and/or health issues during the relay In case of health or mechanical issues preventing you from completing your part of the relay, you are allowed to continue to your transition zone by outside assistance and hand over your timing chip to your relay teammate. You will not get a relay time- and place, but you will get the bike or marathon time. Race week training During race week the Copenhagen area will be crowded with triathletes training for the race. It is common to go by bike in Denmark, and you will for sure not be the only one. A few advice to get the best experience while staying here: Amager Strandpark is a public beach and you can swim there whenever you like. There will be kayaks and other small boats in the water, so wear a coloured swim cap so people can see you. If you prefer to swim in a pool we recommend Bellahøj Swim Stadium - this is where the Danish National Swim Team trains - it is located at: Bellahøj Brønshøj We can only recommend going on a bike ride in the Copenhagen area. Either you want to train on the bike course or see a bit of what else the area has to offer, please go ahead. The cars are used to people on bikes, but please obey the traffic rules, both in the city and outside. Always keep to the right and please ride single file. On most roads there will be a special bike lane, which shall be used in training. Remember to wear your helmet while training. When it is time to run you may enjoy the wonderful area at Amager Strandpark, the big green area, Amager Fælled, a trip around the famous Christiania or take a tour around the lakes in the middle of the city. If you need a place to go just ask around. Jogging and biking has become extremely popular activities among people in Copenhagen. 24

26 Lost and found We recommend that you mark your gear with your race number, as KMD IRONMAN Copenhagen is not responsible for your lost items. Lost and found items can be handed to race officials in the zones or on the course. They must be collected from the finish line area on Sunday August 18 or at the latest on Monday August 19, before 1.00 p.m. at the Awards Ceremony at DGI Byen Hotel. Lost items that have not been picked up at these times will be kept in the custody of KMD IRONMAN Copenhagen until Friday August 30 and can be returned by full payment of shipping costs and administration fee. After the August 30 lost and found items will be discarded. Transportation in Copenhagen We strongly advise all athletes and spectators to use public transportation in and around Copenhagen. Transportation from the Copenhagen airport is easily done by metro and it will take you to the city centre. You may walk from the station or use the wide service of buses. Find your way to travel at: If you need to go outside the city, the S-train, which covers the most of the Copenhagen area, will be at your service. More information at or To reach the official race hotel, DGI Byen Hotel, you have several options. Copenhagen Central station is just 100m away from DGI Byen Hotel. All S-trains, regional trains and most buses stop at Copenhagen Central Station. Use the Copenhagen Metro to reach Amager Strandpark. The Metro Station Amager Strand is nearby the swim start and can be reached with the M2 line. More information about the Metro please visit 25

27 Getting around, addresses etc. Official Race Hotel, Pasta Party DGI Byen Hotel Tietgensgade Copenhagen V. Race briefing Copenhagen City Hall Rådhuspladsen Copenhagen V Awards Ceremony, Kona Slot Allocation Building 55 (Bygning 55) right next to: DGI Byen Hotel Tietgensgade Copenhagen V. Expo and registration Rådhuspladsen (Copenhagen City Hall Square) Rådhuspladsen Copenhagen V. Swim start, T1, KMD 4:18:4 Copenhagen Amager Strandpark Jollevej Copenhagen S. T2 Nationalbanken Havnegade Copenhagen K Finish Line Christiansborg Slotsplads Christiansborg Slotsplads Copenhagen K 26