USAT Rules & Sanctioning

This is a USA Triathlon (USAT) sanctioned event. All USAT rules apply. Participation in a USAT sanctioned event means the event director has the proper permits in place, liability and athlete excess medical insurance coverage and the event plan has met the standard of organization required. USA Triathlon provides rules, guidance and governance to set the standard for safe and fair multi-sport races. 

For more information on USA Triathlon, race rules, and FAQs visit the USAT website at www.usatriathlon.org.

It is every racer’s responsibility to know the rules, but we like to point out some key USAT rules and other things to remember:

• No transferring bib numbers to another participant.

• Helmets must be worn at all times while on your bike. This means before, during, and after the event (including when transporting bike to and from your vehicle.). Chinstraps must be fastened while on your bike.

• All bicycle bar ends must be solidly plugged.

• Drafting on the bike is not permitted. Keep at least three bike lengths of clear space between you and the cyclist in front. If you move into the zone, you must pass within 15 seconds. 

• Adult participants (13 and over) shall not accept assistance of any kind (such as food, drink, equipment, pacing or bike handling) 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 have different colored numbers than teams.

• All personal equipment and belongings taken out onto the course must stay on the athlete the entire time

• It is your responsibility to know the course and transition areas.

• No headphones allowed while racing.

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