WELCOME to the 2006 Eagle River Triathlon! In order to ensure everyone has a fun and safe triathlon experience, we need your cooperation by following the rules below. PLEASE READ THESE RULES BEFORE STARTING THE EVENT!!
General Information

* RACE STARTS AT 8:30 A.M. There will be 12 swimmers in the pool at a time. The average time for a swim is about 10-12 minutes. Your start time can be roughly calculated by estimating that 12 swimmers will go through the pool every 10 minutes. Lower bib numbers go first, with higher bib numbers going last. Teams will follow the last solo adult. You should be ready to go at least 2 hours before your estimated start time.

* WE NEED VOLUNTEERS! Please see the volunteer coordinator or call Stacy at 345-9334, or e-mail at steinberg@acsalaska.net. You can volunteer after you race.

*Please leave your dogs at home.

*Label all your gear with your race number.

*We will have an awards banquet after the event in the school cafeteria.

Parking

Parking is limited. You will be able to get in and out of the general parking areas, but PLEASE BE CAREFUL OF RACERS! Overflow parking is at Birchwood Elementary School, an easy walk just down the road. If you are volunteering, or plan to stay all day, there are some parking spots available next to the fence along the ball field, and near the entrance to the swimming pool. Once there, you will not be able to leave until about 3:00.
General Rules

*This is a USAT sanctioned event. All USAT rules apply. See www.usatriathlon.org

*No bike handlers permitted

*Adult participants (13 and over) shall not accept assistance of any kind (such as food, drink, equipment, or pacing) from any person except a race official.

*Adult participants must display their race number at all times. Racers are responsible for making sure the timers are aware of their number. Solo racers will have different colored numbers than teams.

*It is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY to know the course and transition areas. Review the maps.

*No headphones allowed.

Transition Area

* THERE ARE NO ASSIGNED SPACES IN THE TRANSITION AREA! First come first served. Just find a spot. Solo racers must return their bike to the same spot before starting the run.

*You may not mount your bike in the transition area.

*The transition area is new this year. Check the map.

*You are responsible for providing your own bike stand. There will be ten, 10' bike racks provided in the transition area. Each rack can hold about 8 bikes. These are available on a first come, first served basis, BUT THERE WILL NOT BE ENOUGH RACK SPACE FOR ALL BIKES! Bring your own stand to make sure.

*Please remove your bike and gear from the transition area as soon as possible after you finish.

*Only racers with a number will be allowed in the transition area, with the exception of the kid’s race.

*RELAY TEAMS ONLY: Swimmer must tag the biker at the bike mounting area, and tag the runner at the bike dismounting area. If one person does two events, the person must follow all the transition rules as if you were a solo.

Swim Rules

*When your number is about ready for start, line up in the pool area near the diving boards to wait for an available lane. Your number will be drawn on your arm and leg before you get in line. A volunteer will direct you to an available lane to start your race.

*A lap counter will be provided for each swimmer, but you are responsible for knowing how many laps you have swam. Lap counters will indicate when you are on your last lap.

*Only two swimmers per lane at any time.

*No flotation devices, fins, paddles, or other propulsion devices of any kind, except during the kids race. USAT rules do allow goggles, face masks, and snorkels.

*No walking along the bottom or pulling along lane dividers.

*Life Guards will be on site.

Bike Rules

*OBEY ALL TRAFFIC LAWS! This is not a closed course. You will be sharing the road with traffic. Ride smart, and pay attention!

*You must wear a ANSI or SNELL approved helmet (with chin strap buckled) whenever you are on a bike, even during warm-up.

*You are responsible for knowing the bike course. We will try to mark any potentially confusing intersections with white arrows.

*We are not allowed to stop traffic at the first turn around. A volunteer will tell you whether it is safe for you to make the turn, or whether you will have to wait for a vehicle. YOU MUST OBEY THE VOLUNTEER=S DIRECTIONS OR BE DISQUALIFIED!

*No drafting. You must stay at least 10 meters (30') behind the bike in front of you. When passing, move to the left when you get within 30' and pass safely.

*No riding 2 abreast except during the kids race.

*Stay as far to the right as practical.

*You are solely responsible for ensuring your bike is in safe mechanical condition.

Running Rules

* All participants must run or walk the entire course. The course will be marked with arrows, and there will be volunteers to help direct you.

* Make sure your bib number is visible to the timers when you finish. Wear your bib on the front.

Kids race

The kids race will start when the last adult has exited the pool. 10-12 year old kids will go first, followed by the 6-9 year olds. The kids race is not timed. We want all kids to experience and enjoy the event in a relaxed and safe manner. The 10-12 year old kids will swim two laps, bike 4 miles, and run 1 mile. 6-9 year old kids will swim one lap, bike 2 miles, and run 1/2 mile. Check the maps for the bike and run courses. Kids may accept assistance from parents and other helpers to ensure the kids are safe, follow the right course, and have a good time.

We will do our best to have complete and accurate race results available on our web site, www.eaglerivertri.com, as soon as possible. And yes, we will make some mistakes. Please be patient with us, and report any errors to the Race Directors. We are doing this for fun, and we want everyone to have a good time.

This event is brought to you by the Eagle River Triathlon, Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation organized under Alaska law. All proceeds from this event will go to 501(c)(3) charities selected by the Board of Directors. This event is made possible by you and our sponsors. Please thank our sponsors appropriately. Donations are greatly accepted and tax deductible in accordance with IRS rules and regulations.

Eagle River Triathlon, Inc.
P.O. Box 110210
Anchorage, AK 99511-0210
(907) 345-9334
(907) 644-6257