Event Features & Information

LOCATION                         Paynesville Foreshore, Paynesville

DATE                                Sunday, 7^th February 2010

TRANSITION OPEN              6.00am

START TIME                       7.30am

FORMAT                           Team of three – each member completing a swim, bike & run

DISTANCE                         Shoreline Swim (300m)/slightly undulating Bike (7kms)/flat Run (2kms)

REGISTRATION                   Paynesville Foreshore – Saturday 6^th of February 2010 2.00pm-5.00pm

                                       No Race Day registration

PRE RACE BRIEFING             7.15am at swim start

Team Formats

Teams consist of three members and the race is run in a relay format. Each member completes all three legs of the triathlon in succession i.e. Team Member 1 completes the swim, ride and run before passing the timing band to Team Member 2 in the team transition area, who completes the course and passes the timing band to Team Member 3 who completes the course and crosses the finish line.

All team members’ times are added together for an overall aggregate time.

Course Information & Maps

Course Map

click here for detailed maps of course

Course Description

Swim – 300m

Wave starts on the Paynesville Beach near Progress Jetty.  Swim 50m straight out, turn left around the first buoy, swim 200m adjacent to the shore, turn left again around the second buoy and come into the beach near the boat ramp.

If you ever find yourself in trouble, raise your hand and Lakes Entrance Surf Rescue team will come to your aid.

Swim to cycle transition

From the beach competitors follow flagging and directions from the course marshals into the transition. With helmet and top on you may de-rack your bike and take it to the mounting line outside the transition.

Bike – 7kms

Follow the foreshore carpark to the end before entering on to The Esplanade. Proceed up Newlands Drive, following directions from the course marshals. The turnaround is near the water tower on Grandview Road. Return on the same route to the transition. Following directions from marshals enter the boat ramp carpark at the eastern end of The Esplanade. At this point you will be asked to dismount your bike before entering the transition.

Keep left at all times unless overtaking. Do not overtake in the foreshore carpark.

Drafting is not permitted at any stage during the cycling leg. A distance of four bike lengths between riders must be maintained unless overtaking.

Cycle to Run Transition

Cyclists are asked to dismount their bikes before entering the transition. Before removing helmet you must rack you bike.  Follow the directions to the Run Exit.

Run – 2kms

From the carpark follow marshals directions onto shared path. Follow the path along the beach front, past the craft centre on the water side and onto the road. Continue up the road to its end at Sunset cove. Turnaround and return on the same route.

All competitors will be asked to keep right, particular along the shared footpath.

Team transition & Finish

The relay between competitors 1 & 2 and 2 & 3 takes place in a separate transition to the bike compound and this is located near Progress Jetty. Refer to the map below for the layout of this transition. . Here you relay the ankle timing band from one member to the next. Make sure the ankle strap is securely fastened before leaving the transition. Once receiving the timing band the second and third team member will follow the directions of the marshals to the swim start. Team members 2 and 3 follow the same course, except that team member 3 goes past the Team Transition to the finish chute.

While waiting for your team member, please stay out of the way of other triathletes.

Entry Fees

Team Entry $180.00 (per team of 3. Entry includes GST)

ENTRIES HAVE NOW CLOSED

All teams will receive a race kit full of products from the event sponsors (teams shall collect their rate kits on the Saturday before race).

Upon completion of the online entry registration AUD $50 (including GST) of the entry fee is non-refundable up to 12noon on Friday 5^th February 2010, and the total entry fee is non-refundable from 12noon on Friday 5^th February 2010 onwards.

Event Weekend

Saturday 6^th February 2010

Registration

Event registration shall be held at the venue from 2.00pm-5.00pm.

Find the Registration crew under the Rotunda near the boat ramp on the Paynesville foreshore.  At this time you will need to know the order in which your team will compete. This information will be used by the time keepers to generate race splits for all competitors.

A team leader may register for their team or a number of teams from the same company.

In each teams race kit you shall receive:

• Race chest number x3 and safety pins
• Bike security sticker x3
• Bike helmet sticker x3
• Baggage ID band x3
• Swim caps x3
• Ankle Timing Band x1

Sunday 7^th February 2010

Parking & Arrival

It is advised you arrival between 5.30am and 6.00am.

On arrival please park in the event parking area on Gilsenan oval as shown on Course Maps. You can access the oval from Victoria Street and there will be parking attendants’ onsite from 5.30am to assist.  

Note that on the day there will be road closure between 6.30am-11.00am at the intersection of The Esplanade with Main & Wellington Streets and Langford Parade.

The only exceptions during these times shall be for official race vehicles and emergency vehicles.

Bike Check In

Attach helmet sticker to the right hand side of the helmet.

Attach the bike security sticker to the seat pole of your bike.

Proceed to the Main Transition compound. Before entering make sure you have your race chest number and bike seat post security sticker visible and ready for inspection; and your helmet on.

In the bike compound find your allocated bike rack by observing the labels marked with your team name and number.

Note: Only competitors with a race chest number will be allowed into the compound.

Rack bikes by placing the handle bars over the pole. Teams to rack all their bikes on the same side of racks.

Competitors to set up their equipment (runners, helmet, cap etc.) on chain side.

All competitors to be out of the compound by 7.00am.

Numbering

Attend the Race Numbering Station to receive your race order number (1, 2 or 3) printed on your left and right quad.

Bag Compound

Bags will not be allowed in either of the transition areas and may be removed during the race. If you do not have a marquee a separate tent will be available to leave your bags whilst you are competing. This tent will be clearly marked ‘Bag Compound’ and will be watched over by one of the event day marshals. Use your baggage ID band from your race kit to identify your bag before handing it in. You will need you race chest number to recover your bag. It is recommended that no valuables are left in this area.

Toilets

There is the dolphin toilet block on the foreshore at Progress Jetty and there will be additional portaloos setup nearby. These will be marked with directional signs.

Water

You are expected to carry adequate water to complete the cycle leg of the triathlon without needing to refill. The East Gippsland Water ‘water trailer’ will be setup in the Marquee precinct near the finish line for use before and after the race.  There will be a rehydration stations at the Sunset Cove turn around on the run.

Race Start

Following a 7.15am race briefing the first wave will start at 7.30am. Waves are grouped by cap colour. Your teams’ wave allocation will be at the registration desk on the Saturday as well as on race morning and it will be the teams’ responsibility to identify their start time. Waves will be sent off at 3minute intervals.

Presentation

There shall be presentations for the place getters and best dressed outfits. These presentations are expected to commence at approximately 10.45am.

Removal of Bike from Compound

The bike compound shall not be open until the final competitor in the event has left the compound to commence the run leg. This shall be around 11.00am and will be announce over the PA.

Remember that you will require your race chest number to remove your bike from the compound.

Rules & Regulations

Timing Transponders

At the finish line team member 3 must return the team timing band. There is a $100 charge for any bands lost or not returned at the finish.

Withdrawal during event

If your team withdraws during the race please inform the nearest marshal and make sure the timing band is returned to the collection area at the finish line.

Race Chest Number

The Race chest number should be worn on the rear during the bike leg and on your front during the run leg. If you do not possess a race belt attach the Race Bib to the front.

Timing Mats

It is essential that competitors do not cross timing mats except under race conditions.

Transition compound rules

Transition opens at 5.45am and is restricted to competitors only.

Transition will close to all competitors at 7.00am and you will be required to exit the compound. All unnecessary bags and equipment must be removed and can be left at the designated Bag Compound. Move it out or it will be done for you.

Only competitors are allowed in the compound.

Climbing the bike compound fence will result in disqualification.

Drafting is cheating

This triathlon is completely draft-illegal i.e. no drafting will be allowed for any competitor. A space of seven metres must be maintained between your front wheel and the rear wheel of the bike in front.

Start times may change

The advertised start times might be changed if the day is too hot. Competitors will be advised of any change on Saturday afternoon and at the pre-race briefing at 7.15am.

Use of Electronic Devices

The use of electronic devices during the race is dangerous and strictly prohibited. This includes iPods and headsets, mobile phones, televisions, blackberries etc.

Training Opportunities

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Print off a program and stick it on your fridge

Recently a program was posted in the Bairnsdale advertiser. This was the start of a regular column in Friday's local rag. Keep your eye out each week for this column for some great training and race tips for the beginner triathlete.

Join the gym

Head up to the local Bairnsdale & Aquatic Centre or to your nearest sports centre and ask about their membership packages. Getting yourself a membership makes it convenient to visit; gives you a reason to visit regulary; and in turn works out cheaper. For the corporates make sure you ask about the corporate rates on offer at the BARC.

Try a Mini Tri

Everyone of any ability are welcome to join in the sessions put on by the Riviera Triathlon Club. These are listed on the club website www.rivieratriclub.com.au. A favourite with all members is the Wednesday Night Mini Tri’s held up at the BARC from 5.45pm.

Marquees & Catering

Marquees

Competitors and their friends and families may gather in one of the many onsite marquees during the morning. Marquee hire and marquee site hire (purchaser to provide own tent) hire is incorporated into the online entry process. Marquee space is limited and will be conducted on a first come first served basis. Businesses, clubs and schools may elect to:

Hire Marquee*                 $60

Hire marquee space**       $20

*subject to availability

**Those who elect to use their own marquee must setup tent on the Saturday during the registration period (2.00pm-5.00pm). Groups will be designated a site at the registration desk.

Catering

Bring along a (self-catered) BBQ to enjoy with friends, family and colleagues during and after the race. There will also be onsite coffee and food vans availably. Larger organisations may wish to arrange their own catering.

To arrange a catering package for your business contact either of the cafes listed below.

Limited alcohol permitted.

Team Uniforms

As part of the fun on the day, businesses, schools and clubs that have made the effort to dress in team colours will be in the running to win some great prize for the best dressed.

Hardington House are prepared to design and print uniforms for your organisations.

To order your triathlon uniforms today see the Hardington House brochure.

Series Sponsors

   East Gippsland Shire Council  

East Gippsland Shire Council promotes and supports active, healthy and safe communities engaged in recreational, arts and cultural activities. As such, the Shire is proud to support the East Gippsland Corporate Teams Triathlon and encourages businesses to promote and implement strategies that support healthy workplaces.

Westpac is ranked in the top 5 listed companies by market capitalisation on the Australian Securities Exchange Limited (ASX).

Westpac has 5 key customer facing divisions through which we serve around 10 million customers:

• Westpac Retail and Business Banking
• St.George Bank
• BT Financial Group Australia  
• Westpac Institutional Bank
• New Zealand Banking

     Paynesville Boatyard

   for Quality, Expert Service

Your “one stop shop” for the complete range of commercial and recreational vessel maintenance and repair services.

Gippsland Ports’ Paynesville Boatyard is an integral part of Gippsland’s marine services industry and is proud to be associated with the East Gippsland Corporate Teams Triathlon.

http://www.gippslandports.vic.gov.au/

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  East Gippsland water

East Gippsland Water is actively committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of its workforce and participates in a number of initiatives designed to protect and boost personal fitness and wellbeing. With this in mind we fully support the East Gippsland Corporate Teams Triathlon as a fun way to promote the benefits of a healthy lifestyle.

AECOM is a leading provider of advanced design, engineering, environmental, management, planning and advisory services in Australia, New Zealand and around the world. We are a strong network of more than 45,000 professionals in over 100 countries. In Australia and New Zealand, we are more than 3,800 professionals in over 20 offices. We are united by our purpose of enhancing and sustaining the world’s build, natural and social environments to create a better world in which to work and live. Our employees are one of our core values and operate a healthy living program to encourage staff to invest time and effort in their health and wellbeing.

The Winners Sports Nutrition Co Pty Ltd is a wholly Australian owned company specialising in sports nutrition and owns and operates winnersbars.com.

The basis of a healthy life is good food and plenty of exercise. Winners bars combine natural ingredients such as oats, rice, nuts and grains to provide you with long-lasting energy to enjoy your favourite activity longer.