FAQs 

REGISTRATION RACE SPECIFIC QUESTIONS
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Q: Will you be providing a bike?
A: NO. LS Sports does not provide bicycles for the event, You are responsible for providing you own equipment for the race, The only thing we will be providing for you is a race number to wear, a race number for your bicycle, a swim cap and a number chip (to be returned).
Q: Will race-day registration be available?
A: No. There will not be registration available race day.
Q: If I am unable to participate in the race, may I get a refund?
A: No. There will be absolutely no refunds or transfers of entry to another participant.
Q: If I am unable to participate in the race, may I give my entry to a friend?
A: No. If someone else races under your name causes an accident or causes injury or damage, you may be liable in part for those damages.
Q: How do I train for an event like this?
A: You can choose to train on your own or you can sign up to receive a training plan from professionals.
Q: How do I confirm my entry?
A: Once registered, you will get confirmation email.
Q: Can someone pick up my race packet for me?
A: NO. It is mandatory you pick up your own packet and show a photo ID of government or school issue. We have to enforce this due to the mandatory race course discussion you have to attend over safety and rules. You will not receive your packet unless you attend the meeting.
Q: Do I have to attend the pre-race meeting on race course discussion and safety?
A: YES. This is an absolute necessity in order to do this race. While most people have never raced a triathlon, it is important to know the rules and regulations that come with the sport. Even if you have attended a race previously, all races are different and required this review internationally.
Q: Is there any upper or lower age limit for each race and what age group do I participate in?
A:
1. No upper age limit. The youngest you can be to race is 13 years of age. The age you are on the current day of racing is the age group you will compete.
2. If you are 45 years of age and NOT 46, you will participate in the age group of 20-45 years old. To participate in the age group of 46+, you must actually be 46 years of age. This includes with any other age grouping.
Q: Is there a time limit?
A: SWIM - 15 minutes
BIKE - all riders must be off bike course and into transition by 8:00 a.m.
RUN - all runners must be complete by 9:00 a.m.
Q: Where can I register for the race and how do I pay?
A: You can register online & pay online.
Q: When, how and from where do I collect my Race Packet?
A: 5th of April from 5pm - 8pm is race packet pick-up. This will be at Club O7. There is a MANDATORY PRE-RACE meeting you must attend in order to get your packet. You can see details of meeting scheduled times on our calendar.
Q: Can you post me my Body & Frame Number & Goodie Bag?
A: No, you yourself or a friend with identification and authorization can collect it on your behalf.
Q: Any medical precautions I should take for the event?
A: If in any doubt, get permission from your doctor for participation.


TRIATHLON SPECIFIC QUESTIONS
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Q: What is the order of events and does the time between each event count?
A: Swim - Cycle - Run that is the order of a triathlon. YES, the time between counts; this is called Transition 1 and Transition 2, also known as T1 and T2.
Q: Does my bike have to be a professional race bike?
A: NO. You can race/ride on any two wheels bicycle that is non-motorized. Your bike can be geared or fixed.
Q: Do I have to wear a helmet for this race?
A: YES. You will be required to wear a helmet for the race. Upon checking into transition on race morning, you will have to present your helmet to prove you have one. You must have helmet on your head and fastened at any point in the race that your bicycle is in your possession.
Q: What gear/equipment is required for me to race.
A: Check out our gear page with details of what you need that is required and what is suggested.
Q: What are rules of a Triathlon Race?
A: While there are many different organizations worldwide, with slightly different rule variations; we at LS Sports have taken the highest standards of racing rules to ensure the safety and quality ofour races. You will find our rules to be in line with USAT (USA Triathlon) and ITU (International Triathlon Union). Specific details of rules for this race is located on our Rule Page: CLICK HERE.
Q: Do I need to wear a swim cap for the race?
A: YES. But you will be provided the required swim cap in your race packet at pick-up time. Your race number will be marked on this cap to help us better identify you.
Q: After the race, can I have someone else pick up my bicycle for me in transition?
A: NO. In order for your bike to leave transition we will match your bib number to your bike number to your body marking number to correctly identify you and your bike. We want to provide the highest security possible for your bike and other items. This is standard for all races worldwide.
Q: Can I choose not to wear a shirt (men)?
A: By standard rules, all chests (men and women) have to be covered from the bottom of the breastbone and up.
Q: Can I draft on the bike?
A: NO. This is a DRAFT-FREE race, and like most triathlons. Unlike most cycling events, the sport of triathlon is an INDIVIDUAL sport. Therefore, you cannot ride in pelotons or draft behind other cyclists. Please see rules for further details: CLICK HERE.
Q: What type of helmet can I wear? Can it be a skating helmet?
A: NO. You must wear an approved helmet according to cycling race safety standards. The proper helmet will have a stamp or sticker on the inside of it saying it is safety approved. Safety approval organizations are, but not limited to:
•ANA
•SNIELL
•ANSI
•CPSC (US Standard)
•GPSR (European Standard/UK)
•AS/NZS 2063:2008 (Australian Standard)