EVENT INFORMATION
Gold Coast
1st & 2nd October, 2016
Runaway Bay Sports Super Centre, Runaway Bay
DISTANCE AND LAPS
TRIATHLON PINK
SWIM
CYCLE
RUN
ULTRA
600m
2 laps
16km
8 laps
6km
6 laps
LONG
300m
1 lap
8km
4 laps
3km
3lap
MEDIUM
200m
1 lap
6km
3 laps
2km
2 laps
SHORT
100m
1 lap
4km
2 laps
1km
1 lap
KIDS 10-13
100m
1 lap
4km
2 laps
1km
1 lap
KIDS 7-9
50m
1 lap
2km
1 lap
500m
1 lap
FUN RUN PINK
6km
6 laps
3km
3 lap
Kids 1km
1 lap
** Please ensure you check the course maps and lap information on the information
board on race morning for any last minute course changes
EVENT TIMETABLE
SATURDAY 1st OCTOBER
TIME
ACTIVITY
LOCATION
2:00PM
3:00PM
4:00PM
Registration Opens (all events)
Tips and Tricks
Registration Closed (all events)
Registration Tent
Meet at Finish Line
Registration Tent
SUNDAY 2nd OCTOBER
TIME
ACTIVITY
LOCATION
6:00AM
6:00AM
6:45AM
6:50AM
7:00AM
7:10AM
7:15AM
7:15AM
7:20AM
7:20AM
7:30AM
7:30AM
7:45AM
7:50AM
8:00AM
8:15AM
8:20AM
8:30AM
8:45AM
8:50AM
9:00AM
10:00AM
Registration Opens (all events)
Transition Opens (all events)
Kids Transition Closed
Kids 7-9yrs Course Briefing
Kids 7-9yrs Triathlon Start
Kids 10-13 Course Briefing
Kids 10-13yrs Start
Ultra Transition closed
Ultra Course Briefing
Fun Run Briefing
Ultra Course Start
Fun Run Start
Long Course Transition closed
Long Course Briefing
Long Course Start
Medium Course Transition Closed
Medium Course Briefing
Medium Course Start
Short Course Transition closed
Short Course Briefing
Short Course Start
Random Prize Draws
Registration Tent
Transition Area
Transition Area
Pool Area
Pool Area
Pool Area
Pool Area
Transition Closed
Pool Area
Fun Run Start
Pool Area
Fun Run Start
Transition Area
Pool Area
Pool Area
Transition Area
Pool Area
Pool Area
Transition Area
Pool Area
Pool Area
Finish Line area
• Please note that registration closes 20 minutes before the start time of your event.
• Times subject to change
RACE INFORMATION
RACE NUMBERS & EVENT INFORMATION will be emailed out during event week (normally sent
out Thursday). Please ensure you have liked us on Facebook to ensure you get the latest information.
GETTING TO THE VENUE AND PARKING: The Venue is located at Runaway Bay Sports Super Centre.
Access to this location can be made via Sports Drive off Morala Ave. For Parking details please see Map
below.
EVENT PHOTOGRAPHY is provided at each event weekend - photos will be uploaded to Facebook on
Tuesday or Wednesday following the race. Whilst we endeavour to capture an image of everyone
participating, unfortunately this is not always possible.
EVENT CHECK IN is in the tent on the Main playing Field at Runaway Bay Sports Super Centre. When
coming to registration please ensure you have your Race Number printed out or open on your phone. If
you haven’t received this in race week, please check the alphabetical list on the Event Information board
on site. Registration also hosts the event Help Desk for any questions you may have.
COURSE MAPS AND LAPS it is the responsibility of the participant to know the full triathlon course
and laps for each leg. View the distance and laps on page 3 of this event brief and be sure to check out
the maps on the pages that follow. This information will also be posted on the Event Information board
at the venue during the event weekend.
WHAT TO BRING
• Goggles
• Swim Cap (provided in race kit)
• Swim suit / Tri Suit / Pink gear!
• Timing chip (provided in race kit)
• Sunscreen
BIKE
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• Bike hand held pump
• Spare tube / tyre lever (if you have
them)
• Bike gloves (optional)
RUN
• Running shoes
• Socks
• Cap / Visor / Sunglasses
SWIM
Bike (any functional bike will do!)
Bike shoes or running shoes
Helmet
Drink bottle
• Race number bib (provided in race kit)
• Race belt or pins to attach bib
TIPS AND TRICKS CLINIC
If you are new to the sport of triathlon or would just like some additional information about the event
then please come to our Tips and Tricks Clinic at 3PM on Saturday during optional event registration. This
Clinic will run you through the event step by step and give you all the basics you need to enjoy your
event Sunday. You can also ask questions at the clinic to clarify anything you are unsure of.
START TIME
Please make sure you have taken note of your start time and briefing time in the Timetable above.
When planning your day please keep in mind you will need time to pick up your registration pack, set up
your transition gear and make your way to the pool for your briefing.
TRANSITION is where you need to place your bike and change over between the swim / bike / run.
Setup in Transition: find the bike rack allocated for your category, place your bike on the rack and set up
your race equipment to the right (chain side) of your bike. Ensure you remove any non-race equipment
away from the bike racks to the gear storage at registration (open from 6.30am in the check in tent).
Familiarise Yourself: check the start & finish points to transition. Check the course maps near check in so
you know where to go. Failure to follow direct designated course may result in personal injury or
accident, you do so at your own risk and may result in disqualification.
Transition Access:
• Only competitors are allowed in transition area (ONE parent allowed in to transition to help set up
prior to the Kids Triathlon only. No parents allowed during the event)
• Jumping any transition fences will lead to disqualification.
• After your event finishes, to make the day safe and fair for all, bike collection will only be available
when there is a break in the participants coming through transition from the pool. Please listen for
announcements for times that bike collection is available.
TEAM INFORMATION
Teams have a minimum of two and a maximum of three participants. That means one person swims,
one person rides and one person runs. If one person wants to do two legs that is fine - but if you and
you friend want to participate side by side you need to do individual entries.
• Race number bib to be worn by runner only.
• Change over point is at the cyclist’s bike. Swimmer must give the cyclist the timing chip before
cyclist removes bike from rack and cyclist must rack bike and then give the runner the timing chip before
the runner begins the run.
• Timing chip – to be worn by all team members on the left ankle or the team may not receive a time.
BRIEFING INFORMATION
SWIM
Each participant enters the water one at a time and swims around the buoys in a
zig zag fashion. Each participant's timing chip is activated as they cross the timing
mat when they enter into the pool. If you want to stay with your friends, just line
up together as you get into the pool. Sometimes there is a short wait to get all
participants in the pool, so we recommend sitting in the shade whilst you wait.
If you are a slow or not a confident swimmer, please start at the back of the line.
If you need any assistance during your swim leg, please raise your hand and call
for one of the lifeguards. If you wish to rest at any stage you can do so at each end
of the pool by holding onto the edge. If you wish you can swim with a pool noodle
for added buoyancy.
BIKE
After your swim you will head to transition and put on your helmet. Once you are
ready you will take your bike off the rack and walk it to the mount line. Please
don’t ride your bike in transition or on the way to the mount line. Once you pass
the mount line you will get on your bike and ride your allocated number of laps.
You will then get off your bike at the dismount line and walk your bike back to
transition before starting the run.
• Please ride single file and keep to the left at all times unless overtaking.
• Please ensure you have a drink bottle on your bike to stay hydrated.
• Please ensure your helmet is secured from the time you remove your bike from
the rack until you put your bike back on the rack.
RUN
After your bike ride you will then head into transition and put your bike back on
the rack. You can then remove your helmet and get ready for the run. Once you
are ready you will head out towards the run start flag in transition and begin your
run. You will then complete your allocated laps before heading down the finish
line on your final lap.
• There are drink stations along the run course so please make use of these to
ensure proper hydration.
• Please keep left on the run course at all times unless overtaking.
EVENT EXPO
The Triathlon Pink expo provides you with a high quality, interactive display of products and services.
Come along and visit the event sponsors and exhibitors and grab yourself a bargain.
• Saturday: 2:00pm – 4:00pm (during optional registration with a Tips & Tricks Clinic at 3pm)
• Sunday: 6:00am – 10am (whilst the event is underway)
TRIATHLON PINK AND CHARITY
Triathlon Pink has been supporting breast cancer charities since the series started in 2007, and has raised
over $1.76 million for breast cancer research, support and care. Your entry fee goes towards covering
event costs, so to support NBCF you’ll need to fundraise additionally or donate via our registration
system.
Last season saw an amazing effort on the fundraising front for our charity partner the National Breast
Cancer Foundation (NBCF) raising just over $163,000 – this takes our overall fundraising for breast cancer
charities from the past 9 seasons to $1.76 million!! We look forward to working with NBCF again in the
2016/2017 season and aim to tackle the target of $200,000!
Help NBCF move towards their goal of zero deaths from breast cancer by 2030, by
• Making an optional donation as you enter,
• setting up a fundraising page today,
• or sponsoring a friend’s fundraising!
ABOUT THE NATIONAL BREAST CANCER FOUNDATION
The National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) is the leading community-funded organisation in Australia
bringing together the community to fund research into the prevention, detection, treatment and cure of
breast cancer. Since NBCF was established in 1994, over $115 million has been awarded to more than
over 400 Australian-based research projects to improve the health and wellbeing of those affected by
breast cancer. For more information, visit www.nbcf.org.au
VENUE MAP
Access to
pool
Transition
Finish Line
First Aid &
Recovery
PARKING MAP
Transition
Access to
Venue
Parking
Parking
SWIM
COURSE
SWIM
MAPS
KEY
Medium 200m
KEY
Ultra 600m (2laps)
Long 300m
Swim
Finish
Swim
Finish
ULTRA
Next lap
Swim
Start
KEY
Short 100m
Kids 10-13yrs 100m
Swim
Start
KEY
Kids 7-9yrs 50m
Swim
Finish
Swim
Finish
Swim
Start
Swim
Start
TRANSITION FLOW
KEY
Swim Finish
Bike Start
Bike Finish
Run Start
Access to
pool
Transition
Finish Line
First Aid &
Recovery
BIKE COURSE
Steep Hill
Please be careful
in this section. If
you need to walk
your bike please
keep to the left.
Next Lap Turn.
Please be careful in
this section as there
are bikes entering and
exiting the bike
course as well as
participants
turning
KEY
ULTRA: 8LAPS
LONG: 4 LAPS
MEDIUM: 3 LAPS
SHORT: 2 LAPS
KIDS 10-13: 2 LAPS
KIDS 7-9: 1 LAP
Mount /
Dismount
Bike
Start / Finish
RUN COURSE – FUN RUN AND TRIATHLON
TRIATHLON
ULTRA: 6 LAPS
LONG: 3 LAPS
MEDIUM: 2 LAPS
SHORT: 1 LAP
KIDS 10-13: 1 LAP
KIDS 7-9: 1 SHORT LAP
FUN RUN
6KM: 6 LAPS
3KM: 3 LAPS
1KM: 1 LAP
Finish Line
Transition
Run Start
Kids 7-9
Run Turn
Please be careful in
this section – tight
turns onto and off the
field
Next Lap Turn
EVENT SPONSORS
Ramsay Health Care Triathlon Pink events are proudly supported by the below organisations:
Naming Rights Sponsor
Major Sponsors
Charity Partner
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