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CONTENTS
CONTENTS
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WELCOME
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VENUE
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PARKING
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CLUB TENTS
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RACE FORMATS
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NISSAN STATE SERIES
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NISSAN CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS
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RACE RULES
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TEAMS
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REGISTRATION
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EVENT SCHEDULE
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BODY NUMBERING
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BIKE MECHANIC
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BIKE CHECK IN
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RACE BRIEFINGS
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FIRST AID/MEDICAL
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RECOVERY
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HEAT STRESS
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TOILETS
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RUBBISH
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LOST PROPERTY
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WETSUITS
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EVENT SAFETY
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SPECTATOR INFORMATION
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USE OF DRONES
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RESULTS & PRESENTATIONS
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EVENT PHOTOGRAPHS
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ATHLETE VILLAGE
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EVENT MERCHANDISE
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SWIM COURSE
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CYCLE COURSE
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RUN COURSE
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EVENT PARTNERS
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WELCOME
Hello Competitors,
Welcome to the 2017 Moreton Bay Triathlon and Nissan Club Championships.
We want to make sure every athlete has the best event experience possible, you can help us achieve
this by reading the information in this booklet carefully before arriving at the event and ask the team
if you have any questions at all - we’re here to help.
This year’s event is bigger and better than ever before, so be sure to take some time to visit our
event partners in the Athlete Village, participate in the transition tours and/or pre-race yoga session
and then celebrate with us at the Champions of Queensland Awards in the Sirromet Sparkling
Gardens following the completion of racing.
We look forward to seeing you on Sunday.
Tim Harradine
Race Director
Triathlon Queensland
0422 527 705
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VENUE
Location: Pelican Park, 101 Hornibrook Esplanade, Clontarf
PARKING
Parking is available in Young Street, Thomas Street, Laura Street, Yacht Street, Maine Road,
Thompson Crescent, but you must walk to Pelican Park. Please be aware that ONLY one direction of
Hornibrook Esplanade is closed, so you must follow traffic flows and marshal instructions.
Please DO NOT PARK on the southbound side of Hornibrook Esplanade, as you will be on Cycle
Course and your car will be towed.
Please do not park in the NO PARKING zone outside the Bait Shop on Maine Road.
Previous parking spots available on the ring-road around the event precinct may not be available, as
it is reserved and must be accessible for event suppliers.
There will be very limited parking available at both swim starts (ENTRY ONLY BEFORE 5am).
The event is hosted within a residential area, so please be respectful when arriving in the early hours
of Sunday morning.
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CLUB TENTS
Tent spaces have been allocated based on registrations received by each club prior to the event.
Each contact has been emailed a site plan, but should contact Triathlon Queensland on 0422 527
705 when arriving on site.
Please set up your tents between 2pm and 5pm on Saturday afternoon. Roads will be closed on
Sunday morning, which will prevent you being able to drive in to the site. Each club is only allocated
a maximum of 6m frontage to ensure everyone has access to the run/cycle course.
As the event doubles as the Nissan Club Championships, we encourage your clubs to dress up, wear
costumes, decorate your space and have a lot of fun!
Please note: the venue hire is reliant upon all food vendors abiding by food safety regulations and
licenses. A list of food vendors has already been supplied to Moreton Bay Regional Council. We
encourage you to support these local businesses rather than bringing your own BBQ’s and catering.
RACE FORMATS
CATEGORY
SWIM
RIDE
RUN
SPRINT 14+
750m (1 lap)
20km (2 laps)
5km (2 laps)
SPRINT (Teams)
750m (1 lap)
20km (2 laps)
5km (2 laps)
SUPER SPRINT
(12-13, 14+)
300m (1 lap)
8km (2 laps)
2km (1 lap)
KIDS (10-11)
200m (1 lap)
4km (1 lap)
1km (1 lap)
MINI KIDS (7-9)
100m (1 lap)
2km (1 lap)
500m (1 lap)
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NISSAN STATE SERIES
The Moreton Bay Triathlon is the Queensland Championship for the Sprint Distance, as well as the
Nissan State Series Finale. Only Triathlon Queensland members are eligible for the Queensland
Championship.
Nissan State Series leaders will be notified if they are in the running to win their age group category
and are encouraged to attend the Champions of Queensland Awards immediately following racing.
To be eligible, participants must race in the following categories:
14+ years - Sprint
12-13 years – Super Sprint
10-11 years – Kids
7-9 years – Mini Kids
NISSAN CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS
Triathlon Queensland clubs and members are eligible to compete and earn points in the 2017 Nissan
Club Championships. Members can earn both participation points and competition points.
Category
Club size
Prize Money
Small Club Championship
Medium Club Championship
Large Club Championship
15-50 members
51-120 members
121+ members
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
Aggregate Club Championship
(Total points divided by number of registered members @ 20 April 2017)
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Aggregate Champion 1st Place = $1,500
Aggregate Champion 2nd Place = $1,000
Aggregate Champion 3rd Place = $500
Participation Points
Earn one participation point in any of the individual races at Moreton Bay Triathlon, plus you can
also help your club take out the title by volunteering at the event. Sprint Teams – Earn a
participation point for your club in the teams event. Volunteers – Represent your club and earn a
participation point when you volunteer.
Competitor Points
Race in the Queensland Championship for your age group and earn competition points for your club.
Finish first and you'll earn up to 15 points for your club. Finish 10th in your age group and you'll earn
up to 6 points. (Points vary depending on how many people are racing in your age group category.)
Read the full Nissan Club Championship Rules here
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RACE RULES
Triathlon Australia Race Rules apply to this race. A full list of these rules can be found on the
Triathlon Australia website.
Please not the rules around Outside Assistance – athletes cannot be assisted in any way by
spectators/friends/coaches during the race. Equipment must not be passed to supporters or by
supporters.
TEAMS
The Teams Sprint event enables one person to race each leg of the triathlon. There is one timing chip
per team, so you must swap in transition. The team cyclist must remain in their position in transition
with their bike racked and helmet on, until the swimmer has tagged the cyclist and the timing chip is
secure around their left ankle.
Once the cyclist returns to transition, the runner must wait for the bike to be racked before
swapping the timing chip.
Teams are permitted to cross the line together. There is an allocated meeting point just before the
finish chute. Please ensure you are not inhibiting the results of other competitors when running
down the finish chute and make sure your runner completes the race by stepping on to the finish
mats.
REGISTRATION
Saturday 22 April 2017
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Early Registration – 2:00pm-5:00pm
Sunday 23 April 2017
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ALL – 5:00am-6:30am
SUPER SPRINT, KIDS, MINI KIDS ONLY – 7:00am-8:30am
What you will need:
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Confirmation email with QR code
Photo identification
Each athlete will be provided a race pack which will contain:
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Timing chip (to be worn on left ankle)
Race bib (must be clearly visible for Finisher Line photos)
Swim cap
Safety pins
Bike & helmet sticker
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There is only ONE timing chip per team. You must swap your chip in transition. Only one person from
each team is required to attend registration and bike check in.
Timing Chips MUST be returned at the completion of your race on Sunday. Volunteers will collect
them at the finish line. A replacement fee of $50 applies for lost bands.
If you are NOT a Triathlon Australia member, you would have purchased a One-Day Membership as
a part of the registration process. This will cover you for insurance for the race.
EVENT SCHEDULE
SATURDAY 22 APRIL 2017
Time
6:30am
2:00pm-5:00pm
2:00pm-5:00pm
2:00pm-5:00pm
3:30pm
Event
Redcliffe Triathlon Club ride
(40-60km) – meet at
transition
Registration
Athlete Village Open
Club Tent Check In
Transition Tour
3:30pm-4:15pm
Moreton Bay Yoga Class
Athletes
All Triathlon Australia members invited
(must be covered by TA insurance)
ALL
ALL
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All new athletes – meet at Competitor Info
Board
ALL – open to public
SUNDAY 23 APRIL 2017
Time
5:00am-12:00pm
5:00am-6:30am
5:00am-6:30am
6:00am-11:00am
7:00am
7:00am-8:00am
7:00am-8:00am
10:00am-11:00am
10:45am
11:15am
11:00am-3:00pm
11:30am
Event
Athletes
Roads Closed
NO vehicle access
Registration
ALL
Transition/Bike Check In
ALL
Expo Open
ALL
First Wave Start
SPRINT
Rest of wave starts to be advised when entries close
Registration
SUPER SPRINT | KIDS | MINI KIDS ONLY
Transition/Bike Check In
SUPER SPRINT | KIDS | MINI KIDS ONLY
Results Query Window Open ALL
Transition Reopen
Due to change slightly depending on racing
(Listen for announcements)
Presentations (Expo)
ALL QLD Championship podium finishers &
Nissan Club Champions
Champions of Queensland
ALL INVITED – tickets available to purchase
Awards Celebration online or at Registration tent.
Sirromet Sparkling Garden
open
Champions of Queensland
ALL INVITED tickets available to purchase
Awards Presentation begins
online or at Registration tent.
*Times are subject to change. Current at 13/04/2017
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BODY NUMBERING
No tattoos are provided at this event. Please use the provided marker pens at
registration/competitor information board to draw clear race numbers on both arms. Please return
the pens to registration when completed.
BIKE MECHANIC
Triathlon Queensland partner, Yellow Jersey Bike Shop will be in attendance to provide on-the-day
support for bike and mechanical issues. They will be located in the expo area.
BIKE CHECK IN
Access to transition is ONLY on Sunday. You must register and have your race numbers ready before
entering transition. You must have your race bib to access transition.
Sunday:
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ALL - 5:00am-6:30am.
SUPER SPRINT, KIDS, MINI KIDS – 5:00am-6:30am or 7:30am-8:30am
Sprint bikes may be collected after last Super Sprint race finisher (around 9:30am) but please
follow direction of Technical Officials, as Kids will still be accessing transition.
All other bikes must be collected when transition reopens at 10:45am.
Bike Racking
Athletes must rack their bikes in their allocated rows, from the seat. Athletes must keep all
equipment in the allocated space or risk disqualification. Your bike will be visually inspected by
Technical Officials upon entry to ensure your bike and helmet is in working order. You must wear
your helmet upon entry. For more information on these standards, please read the race rules on the
Triathlon Australia website.
Please memorise your bike position in transition and ensure your team members are all aware. The
end of each rack will be numbered.
RACE BRIEFINGS
Race briefings are COMPULSORY for all competitors. Please arrive at the swim start at least 5
minutes before your scheduled start time.
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FIRST AID/MEDICAL
There will be one water station on the run course and another in the recovery area at the finish line.
Only water will be provided at on course water station.
Medical assistance will be available on the course and next to the finish line. A roaming first aid
provider will be available. If you have any medical issues, please see a Triathlon Queensland staff
member.
RECOVERY
As you cross the finish line, you will be directed through the recovery area where there is water, fruit
and electrolytes available.
This is an athlete only area and family/supporters must wait outside the recovery area.
Trained massage therapists will be in the Fisiocrem tent to provide brief FREE massage treatment to
all competitors. The service will be available 7:00am-11:00am.
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HEAT STRESS
Vigorous exercise in sport places some people at risk of heat illness. There is an increased risk of
heat illness when there is hot and humid weather. We need to take more precautions during hot
weather. These include:
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Acquiring adequate fitness and acclimatisation.
Acclimatisation for sports activities requires at least 5 days of training in hot or humid
conditions, progressing from moderate intensity and duration as acclimatisation develops.
Take rest breaks according to the intensity of the conditions.
Reduce clothing, utilise shade, wetting the skin, applying ice packs to groin and armpits,
drink cool water or sports drinks.
Clothing should be light weight, light coloured, loose fitting and provide protection against
the sun.
Reduce warm up to minimise the increase in body heat and temperature before
competition.
2-3 cups (500-750 ml) of cool water or sports drink during exercising (60 mins) is
recommended.
If exercising for several hours, do not consume enough water to exceed your sweat loss as
this can be harmful (low blood sodium).
If you have recently experienced a high temperature, infection, diarrhoea or vomiting you
should NOT take part in strenuous exercise.
Wear a broad brim hat and sunscreen.
Run within personal limits.
TOILETS
Toilets are located behind the club tents and at the swim start.
RUBBISH
Rubbish bins are provided throughout the event precinct. Please do not litter on course.
LOST PROPERTY
Lost property will be in the registration area. Please contact the Triathlon Queensland office for
assistance following the event – 3369 9600 or [email protected]
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WETSUITS
The Moreton Bay Triathlon swim is expected to be above 24 degrees, so is not wetsuit compliant.
However, we will allow wetsuits if there are jellyfish. Please bring your suit, as it will be announced
on the day.
Please listen for announcements on race morning and consult the Competitor Information Board
near the Registration tent.
EVENT SAFETY
It is important for spectators to be aware of race courses and transition zones to ensure races are
not disrupted and athlete performance is not hindered. Start areas are STRICTLY for athletes ONLY.
Spectators are allocated viewing areas. Please obey all signage and instructions from Triathlon
Queensland staff to ensure athlete safety. These areas are outlined on the Event Precinct map.
A full road closure will be in place for the cycle course, however please keep left where possible.
There are para-tri athletes in the event, so please be aware on course.
SPECTATOR INFORMATION
Rules for family and friends:
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Do not ride beside a competitor on the course as this will result in disqualification
Do not use permanent paint or crayon on the road or footpaths. Chalk is acceptable.
Do cheer for your competitors but do not provide them any outside assistance.
Please only cross the course in designated spectator crossing zones. Please note that
Hornibrook Esplanade is still open in the West direction, so you must obey all Police, Traffic
Management and Event Staff instructions.
USE OF DRONES
Athlete and spectator safety is our number one priority at the Moreton Bay Triathlon. According to
Civil Aviation Safety Authority, you must not fly any remote-controlled aeroplanes/helicopters or
drones over populous areas such as beaches, heavily populated parks or sports ovals while they are
in use.
The use of drones and model aircrafts are therefore NOT permitted in the event precinct and/or
race course.
Use of drones during the event will result in an unsafe operations complaint being lodged with the
Civil Aviation Safety Authority.
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RESULTS & PRESENTATIONS
Provisional results will be posted after the event, once ratified by the Race Referee. These results
will be posted on the Competitor Information Board and announced over the PA system. Any errors
or issues should be reported within 30 minutes at the Registration tent.
After this time, results are final, as this event doubles as the Nissan State Series final and awards will
need to be presented at the Champions of Queensland Awards immediately after racing.
Every child who completes the Mini Kids/Kids races will be awarded a prize when they cross the
finish line.
Every participant in the Sprint, Team Sprint, Super Sprint and Para Tri events will be awarded a
Moreton Bay Triathlon Finisher’s Bag when they cross the finish line. You must swap your timing
chip to receive a bag. Only one bag per participant.
Presentations will be held in the event precinct from 11:15am
Medals will be presented for the Queensland Sprint Champions – gold, silver and bronze. You must
be a Triathlon Queensland member to be eligible for these medals.
The Nissan Club Championships will also be presented at the Moreton Bay Triathlon.
The Champions of Queensland Awards for 2016-17 will be held in the Sirromet Sparkling Garden
from 11am-3pm where our Nissan State Series Age Group Champions will be awarded as well as
various other awards. Tickets are available to purchase online – adults $15, children $10. Drink
tickets must be purchased from the registration tent during the event, or upon entry to the Garden
from 11am. If you are attending the Awards, you must collect your ID wrist band from the Garden
gate prior to entry.
EVENT PHOTOGRAPHS
Triathlon Queensland photographers and videographers will be on course during the event.
Sportify will also be taking free photographs for all entrants.
SPORTIFY is innovative new race photography that automatically captures and shares race photos
with participants. Make sure you check your email after the Morton Bay Triathlon and share your
photo on Social Media #moretonbaytri
Your photo will be emailed directly to the address provided in your registration. If you wish to opt
out of this option, please contact [email protected]
Photos will also be available to purchase through that link.
For live event updates, follow us on:
Facebook – Triathlon Queensland
Instagram - @moretonbaytriathlon
If you wish for a photograph to be taken off our social media, please contact
[email protected]
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ATHLETE VILLAGE
Triathlon Queensland is proud to host a number of our event supporters in the Moreton Bay
Triathlon Expo. The Expo will be open from 2:00pm-5:00pm on Saturday and 6:00-11:00am on
Sunday.
Check out how who will be in the Athlete Village on the website www.moretonbaytri.com.au
EVENT MERCHANDISE
The Regatta Shop are proud to support the Moreton Bay Triathlon and will be selling official
Moreton Bay Triathlon event merchandise at the event. Singlets, tees, shorts and light weight
hoodies will be available in the expo – printed onsite.
SWIM COURSE
The Moreton Bay Triathlon consists of 4 swim courses
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Sprint, Teams & Para Tri Course – 750m swim from boat ramp to beach
Super Sprint – 300m swim off the beach
Kids – 200m swim off the beach
Mini Kids – 100m swim off the beach
Please keep courses clear for competitors. Warm ups can be conducted to the northern end of Bell’s
Beach.
Swim Rules:
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All competitors must wear the allocated swim cap provided in race kit.
No other swim equipment – fins, paddles etc are not permitted.
All competitors must pass through the swim entry chute for their timing chip to be activated.
Do not discard your cap or goggles on course. This could be considered littering and result in
penalty or disqualification. It should be placed with the rest of your gear in transition.
Competitors may only wear wetsuits if advised by Technical Officials. An announcement will
be made on Sunday morning and the ruling posted on the Competitor Information Board.
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CYCLE COURSE
The Moreton Bay Triathlon consists of 4 cycle courses:
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Sprint, Teams & Para Tri Course – 20km (2 laps)
Super Sprint – 8km (2 laps)
Kids – 4km (1 lap)
Mini Kids – 2km (1 lap)
The 20km cycle course is out and back circuit along Hornibrook Esplanade and over the Ted Smout
Bridge. It is fast and flat. Sprint and Super Sprint must complete 2 laps of their designated course.
Kids and Mini Kids will only complete 1 lap.
Take caution on the cycle course and keep left at all times. Take caution when returning to transition
and be aware that para-tri athletes are on course.
Cycle rules:
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You must rack your bike in the designated area for your age group/gender.
Your helmet must always be tightly fastened when on cycle course. This includes when you
are stopped on the side of the road to rest or for mechanical repairs.
Competitors must wear appropriate footwear.
You must obey all road rules – do not pass on the left and do not cross centre lines.
Competitors must mount and dismount the bike in the designated zones.
Competitors must rack their bike in the same allocated position and leave it in a stable
position.
Competitors who have completed a cycle pass and is not passing another competitor, motorcycle or
vehicle and who fails to move safely and immediately to the left of the cycle lane will receive a
blocking penalty. Road conditions will be assessed before issuing a penalty. Officials will show a
yellow card and you will need to serve a Stop Start penalty in the Penalty Box (located on Hornibrook
Esplanade north of the event precinct.)
Moreton Bay Triathlon is a NON DRAFTING RACE. Technical Officials will be on course. When passing
a forward competitor or motorcycle, the rear competitor is allowed a maximum of 20 seconds to
pass through the 10m draft zone. Failure to observe this may result in a drafting penalty. Officials
will show you a blue card. You will serve a three (3) minute penalty in the Penalty Box (located on
Hornibrook Esplanade north of the event precinct.)
A competitor passing on the inside (left side) of another competitor will receive an illegal pass
penalty. Officials will show you a blue card. You will serve a three (3) minute penalty in the Penalty
Box (located on Hornibrook Esplanade north of the event precinct.)
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RUN COURSE
The Moreton Bay Triathlon consists of 5 run courses:
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Sprint & Teams – 5km (2 laps)
Para Tri – 5km (1 lap)
Super Sprint – 2km (1 laps)
Kids – 1km (1 lap)
Mini Kids – 500m (1 lap)
Run Rules
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Competitors must not run with a bare torso or without shoes for any part of the run course.
Competitors must clearly display their race number on the front at all times. Noncompliance may incur a Stop/Start penalty. If the Technical Official considers the ID number
to unintentionally lost, they will not be penalised.
Competitors must not wear, use or carry items deemed to be a hazard to self or others: hard
cast, jewellery, metal/glass containers or electronic and entertainment devices such as (but
not limited to) mobile phones, iPods, MP3 players, or 2-way communication devices.
You will be allowed to discard litter only in the designated aid stations.
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EVENT PARTNERS
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