Athlete Guide

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Athlete Guide

POCONO MTNS
TRIATHLON
AUGUST 7, 2016
REV3TRIATHLON 2016 SERIES SPONSORS
POCONO MTNS
AUGUST 7 • SHAWNEE ON DELAWARE, PENNSYLVANIA
CONTENTS
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS4
ATHLETE CHECK-IN5
MANDATORY ATHLETE BRIEFING
11
PRACTICE SWIM12
AID STATIONS19
SWIM COURSE19
BIKE COURSE23
RUN COURSE25
WEATHER CONTINGENCY PLAN27
POST RACE INFORMATION28
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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PARKING FAQ35
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REVOLUTION3 WELCOMES YOU
TO THE POCONO MOUNTAINS!
Welcome athletes, volunteers, spectators, family, and friends.
We are excited to be in the Poconos for the 3rd annual Half and Olympic Rev triathlons on Sunday August 7th. Thank
you for joining us! We look forward to bringing you an unforgettable race experience and an exciting, fun-filled weekend.
Our goal is to maximize the enjoyment for everyone at the race! So whether you are competing, volunteering, or
spectating we intend for you to have a memorable experience - Rev3 style.
If we can do anything to enhance your race weekend, please let any of our staff members know and we will do our best
to help.
There is a lot going on throughout the weekend. Be sure to read the enclosed Schedule of Events that includes swim
practice times, course overviews, expo details, fun kids activities and ALL of the important race day information.
On behalf of the Rev3 team, enjoy our host community in the Poconos and thanks again for including Rev3 Pocono
Mountains on your race calendar.
See you at the finish line,
Jay Peluso
Rev3 National Race Director
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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
This race weekend schedule is subject to change. Please check here http://rev3tri.com/pocono-mountains/schedule/ for
the most up-to-date schedule.
The address for the Race Expo and Finish Line:
Race Expo and Finish Line
Transition 1 and the Swim Start:
Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort
100 Shawnee Inn Dr
East Stroudsburg, PA 18302
Smithfield Beach National Recreation Area
River Rd
Friday August 5, 2016
Event
Location
Time
Packet Pick Up (no expo)
Expo
5:00 – 7:00pm
Event
Location
Time
Practice Swim
Smithfield Beach
9:00-10:30am
Expo Opens
Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort
10:00a – 6:00p
Athlete Packet Pickup
Expo
9:00a – 5:30p
Pocono YMCA Kids’ Zone /
Inspiration Station
Expo
11:00a – 5:00p
Bike Mechanical Support
Expo
11:00a – 5:30p
Mandatory Bike Check-In
Transition 1 (Smithfield Beach)
9:30a – 6:15p
1st Opportunity for Mandatory Athlete
Meeting
Expo – Stage
11:30am
blueseventy Worst Wetsuit Contest
Expo - Stage
12:00pm
Newbie Meeting
Expo-Stage
2:30pm
2nd Opportunity for Mandatory
Athlete Meeting
Expo – Stage
4:30pm
Transition 1 Closes
Smithfield Beach
6:30pm
Saturday August 6, 2016
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Sunday August 7, 2016
Event
Location
Time
Transition 2 Opens
Transition 2 (Shawnee Inn)
5:00am
Transition 1 Opens
5:15am
First Shuttle Run from T2 to Swim
Start (Half Athletes Only)
Shawnee Inn
5:15am
Bike Mechanical Support Available
5:15 – 7:15am
LAST SHUTTLE RUN FOR HALF
ATHLETES TO TRANSITION 1
Shawnee Inn
6:00am
First Shuttle Run from T2 to Swim
Start (Olympic Athletes)
Shawnee Inn
6:10am
Transition 1 closes for Half athletes
6:30am
First Wave of Half Athletes
6:45am
LAST SHUTTLE RUN FOR OLYMPIC
ATHLETES TO TRANSITION 1
Shawnee Inn
7:15am
Transition 1 closes for Olympic
athletes
7:40am
Pro Men Start
8:00am
First Wave of Olympic Athletes
8:05am
All Spectator Vehicles must be
removed from Smithfield Beach
Parking Lot
8:30am
Expo Open
Shawnee Inn
9:00am-4:00pm
Poconos YMCA Kids’ Zone Open
Expo
10:00a – 2:00p
Pro Men Awards Ceremony
Expo - Stage
11:00am
Half Aquabike & Olympic Award
Ceremony
Expo – Stage
11:30am
Half Award Ceremony
Expo – Stage
2:30pm
All Bikes Must be out of Transition
Transition 2 (Shawnee Inn)
4:00pm
ATHLETE CHECK-IN
Packet Pickup
Athlete check-in and packet pickup will be on:
• Friday August 5, 2016 from 5:00pm – 7:00pm
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Saturday August 6, 2016 from 9:00am – 5:30pm
Pre-Approved Only Race Day Packet Pick-Up from 5:00-6:00am on Sunday Aug 7,
2016
If you do not check-in during the designated hours you will not be able to race.
If you have any questions about the athlete check-in process please e-mail [email protected]
Step 1: GET YOUR BIB NUMBER
Bib numbers will be posted online one week prior to the race. Bib numbers will also be displayed on a poster adjacent
to the registration tent. This poster will list every athlete’s name and bib number. Once you have obtained your bib
number, you may proceed to the volunteers inside the registration tent to pick up your race packet.
Step 2: PICK UP YOUR RACE PACKET WITH YOUR ID AND USAT CARD
In order to obtain your race packet, you will need to show government issued photo identification and a USAT
membership card (or one-day license receipt). Please bring your USAT card or $15 to purchase a one-day license. If you
are a USAT member and forget your card you may use the USAT Membership App to display your card, otherwise, you
will be required to sign the USAT waiver and purchase a one-day license. Professional triathletes are required to submit
proof of professional status at check-in.
All Relays MUST check in as a team. To ensure that all team members complete the appropriate waivers, partial or
incomplete teams will not be permitted to check-in for absent members of the relay team.
In the race packet, athletes will receive:
• Athlete Wristband
• Race Number Tattoos
• Race Number Stickers
• Race Number Bib
• Swim Cap
• Gatorade Dry Clothes Bag
• Swim-to-Bike Bag
Athlete Wristband
Every Rev3 athlete will receive a numbered Rev3 wristband upon check-in. This band will identify you as an official
participant and must be worn during race weekend. This wristband is required for medical identification purposes and
allows you access to special events, transition, and post-race food and recovery area. Your wristband will have your bib
number on it.
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NEW
REAL FRUIT
100 CALORIES
GLUTEN FREE
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YOU MUST HAVE YOUR WRISTBAND IN ORDER RECEIVE YOUR POST-RACE MEAL, ONE FREE BEER, AND TO
RETRIEVE YOUR BIKE OUT OF TRANSITION AFTER THE RACE.
Race Number Tattoos
Each athlete race packet will contain temporary tattoos for your race day body marking. The tattoos are numbered
corresponding to the athlete race (bib) number. Please ensure the tattoos are applied prior to arriving at transition and
prior to applying sunscreen. DO NOT RELY ON ON-SITE BODY MARKING.
Each race packet should contain the following tattoos:
• Two long, bib-numbered, vertical (to be applied on each upper arm)
• One smaller, rectangular bib-numbered, horizontal (to be applied on the right hand)
• Two digits that make up your race age (to be applied on the right calf)
• A letter that indicates race distance - S, O, H, F, etc. (to be applied below age on right calf)
Tattoo application: REMOVE THE THIN, CLEAR PLASTIC / CELLOPHANE SHEET FIRST. Lay and hold the tattoo on
your skin and then hold a wet cloth on top of the tattoo to dampen the paper (hold for approximately 30 seconds). Once
the tattoo paper is thoroughly saturated, remove the paper. Voila- body marked without having a stranger write on you
before sunrise!
Note: Please apply tattoos before applying sunscreen. Tattoos do not adhere well to skin that has been prepped with
sunscreen.
Tattoo Removal: Apply a layer of tape (scotch, duct, packing) on the tattoo and peel. The tattoo should remove with one
or two swipes.
Race Number Stickers
Each race packet contains the following bike-marking, race-number stickers:
• One small sticker (to be applied to the front of the helmet)
• One larger sticker (to be applied on the bike with the number displayed on both sides of the bike). It usually is best
to place this sticker on the seat stem, top tube or down tube.
Swim Cap
All athletes will be issued a colored swim cap that corresponds to the swim wave in which he or she will start. The raceissued swim cap must be visible during the swim leg of the race. Any athlete who is uncomfortable with the swim for
any reason may request a red swim cap. Red swim caps will notify the swim safety personnel to pay extra attention to
those athletes.
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Bib
While you may wear your bib on the bike leg of the race, it isn’t mandatory and athletes will not be penalized without
a bib on the bike. However, the athlete bib must be worn and visible during the run leg of the race. Be sure your
bib faces forward when you enter the finish chute. This will aid timers should you lose your timing chip or in case of
electronic malfunction due to weather.
Gatorade Dry Clothes Bag
This bag is for the clothes you wear on the shuttle to T1. Everything you want to be brought back to the finish, other than
your swim gear, should be put in this bag and dropped off at the collection station in transition. Do not place valuables
such as Car Keys, Hotel Room Keys, Wallets, ID’s, Medication, Cell Phones… into this bag. You can leave those at T2
when you set up in the morning.
Swim-to-Bike Bag
This bag should be left at your bike during the swim. After the swim place your cap, goggles and wetsuit into this bag.
Rev3 Volunteers will collect these bags after you’ve left T1 on your bike and transport them to T2 for you.
Step 3: PICK UP YOUR TIMING CHIP
After obtaining the race packet from the registration tent, proceed to the Timing Station to pick up your timing chip and
verify athlete information. You will not be permitted to race without a timing chip so don’t forget this step!
Athletes registered as Athenas (165 lbs+) or Clydesdales (220 lbs+), must weigh-in at the Timing Station before receiving
their timing chip.
Athletes must wear the provided and assigned timing chip at all times while racing. The timing chip should be fastened
to the left ankle with the velcro strap provided. Fasten the timing strap before the swim and leave it on until after your
entire race is completed.
The Rev3 transition coordinator will have spare timing chips in case of emergency.
Important note: Please make sure the timing chip is strapped on the ankle under the wetsuit. This will help ensure you
don’t lose the timing chip during the swim portion of the race. This will also help prevent losing the chip when removing
your wetsuit in transition. Timing mats will scan and read the chip through a wetsuit.
If you lose your timing chip while on the run course, please notify a timing official immediately after crossing the finish
line.
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Volunteers will be available to remove the timing chip at the finish line. In the event you do not start or do not complete
the entire race, you must turn your timing chip in to a Rev3 Staff Member or Race Official. Do NOT turn your chip into
a volunteer. Failure to wear your timing chip during the race, return your chip after the event, or pay the replacement cost
of your lost chip may disqualify you from future Rev3 events. Lost timing chip replacement fee: $110.00
Lost or Found timing chips may be returned to:
Rev3– Timing Department
7000 Gateway Ct.
Suite 130
Manassas, VA 20109
Step 4: Mandatory Bike Check-In
Where:
What:
When:
Transition 1 will be located at
Smithfield Beach:
Smithfield Beach National
Recreation Area
River Rd
You must pick up your race packet
(located in the registration tent in the
expo) before checking in your bike.
Bike check-in will be on SaturdayAugust 6, 2016 from 9:30am6:15pm Race Numbers must be
affixed to your bike and helmet prior
to entering transition.
Only registered athletes will be allowed into the transition area.
Athletes must wear the athlete wristband to enter the transition area.
Athletes will have access to their bikes beginning at 5:15am on race morning and may not remove bikes from transition
until the start of the bike portion of the race.
After the race, all bikes must be removed from Transition 2 (Shawnee Inn) no later than: 4:00pm on Sunday Aug 7.
If you have any questions about the athlete check-in process please e-mail [email protected]
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MANDATORY ATHLETE BRIEFING
Where:
What:
Expo Area Main Stage
Shawnee Inn
100 Shawnee Inn Dr
Shawnee on the Delaware, PA 18356
The briefing will be led by our National Race Director and
the Head USAT Official.
The briefing should last no more than 30-minutes but will cover important information including specific course
highlights, places of caution, last minute changes and/or race updates.
This is your chance to ask the Race Director ANY questions regarding race day, race morning procedures, or the course
and to get any USAT Rules clarifications.
There will be two opportunities to attend the Mandatory Athlete Meeting which will focus on the Rev3 Poconos event. All
athletes must attend one of these two sessions. We also offer an additional Newbie Meeting for those just getting into
the sport which will focus on general triathlon questions:
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Saturday August 5th at 11:30 am
Newbie Athlete Meeting at 2:30pm
Saturday August 5th at 4:30pm
The athlete briefing will go over important course details, places of caution, race rules, last-minute race changes, etc.
If you cannot attend please e-mail [email protected]
Race Morning Arrival
If have arranged and paid for race morning packet pick-up and will not be arriving onsite until race morning you will be
required to watch the mandatory athlete video online. The Video will be emailed to you on Saturday afternoon. You will
be asked to sign a form indicating you have done so when you arrive race morning.
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PRACTICE SWIM
What:
Where:
When:
We will offer the opportunity for a
practice swim which will take place
at the swim start located at the
Smithfield Beach boat launch. Come,
jump in, swim around, and see what
conditions will feel like on race day!
Smithfield Beach Boat Launch/ swim
start
Saturday Aug 5, 2016 from 9:0010:30am
Smithfield Beach National
Recreation Area
River Rd
*We will have lifeguards and water
safety support at the practice swim*
NOTE: Swimming at Smithfield Beach is not permitted outside of the designated swim area outside of these hours.
MISCELLANEOUS PRE-RACE
NEEDS
blueseventy Wetsuit Demo
blueseventy will be on-site at the practice swim with a fleet of wetsuits for athletes to demo during the practice swim.
Wetsuit demo will be no cost to athletes and will be on a first-come, first-served basis. This demo program is separate
from our wetsuit rental program (for more information on wetsuit rentals, click here: http://www.shopthreesports.com/
store/c22/RENTALS.html).
Wetsuit Rental
3Sports will have a limited number of blueseventy wetsuits onsite available for rent. Please visit our rental site to view
available sizes and models. Rented wetsuits may be picked up in the retail tent in the expo Saturday during expo hours.
Rented wetsuits should be returned to the retail tent on Sunday.
blueseventy Worst Wetsuit Contest
Bring your worst wetsuit to the Expo-Stage and model it for our judges. The winner will receive a brand new Reaction
Full Suit compliments of blueseventy and 3Sports.
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There’s nothing like swimming in open water.
Our suits are methodically constructed and tested
to help you feel like you could swim forever.
One swim and you will understand.
Learn more at blueseventy.com
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EXPO
KIDS ZONE
When:
What:
Where:
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Rev3 is excited to host our new and
improved Kids Zone. Here, all kids
can come and play on the inflatable*,
make inspirational signs for athletes,
play interactive video games on the
wii stations, enter the Dance Dance
Revolution Kids Contest, or just hang
out on the comfy bean-bag chairs.
DDR Finalists will face-off in a final
battle shown on the Expo jumbotron!
Inside the Expo area
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Saturday Open from 11:00am5:00pm
Sunday Open from 10:00am2:00pm
*There will be a nominal $5 fee for an all weekend pass to use the inflatable
Parents must stay with their kids while they are in the Kids Zone. We will have staff and volunteers to monitor the area,
but cannot be responsible for unsupervised children.
VOLUNTEER
Do you have family or friends who want to get in on the action? Volunteering is a great way to be involved. Volunteers
receive a custom Rev3 t-shirt, a snack box full of goodies, a discount off a future Rev3 race, invitation to the Volunteer
Appreciation Party and the great feeling that comes with giving back. There are many shifts and duties available. Sign up
now!
Click here for more information: http://rev3tri.com/pocono-mountains/volunteer/
TRANSITION AREA PARTICULARS
How does a two Transition Race Work?
That’s right, in the Poconos you get not one, but two different transition locations. This may seem a little different but no
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worries, we have all the complications figured out for you…
Set-Up and Bike Check In (Saturday Aug 6th):
On Saturday in order to drop off your bike you will need to drive yourself to Smithfield Beach National Recreation Area:
Smithfield Beach National Recreation Area
River Rd
E Stroudsburg, PA 18302
It is a short, easy three mile drive from the Expo. There will be a drop off zone and limited parking. You will be able to
park, check your bike, and then head back to the Expo or your hotel after this is done. We will have security at Smithfield
Beach (T1) overnight to make sure your bikes stay safe and sound.
Race Day (Sunday Aug 7th):
When you pick up your packet during check-in you will receive two plastic bags. One says “Swim-to-Bike” and the other
will be a Gatorade bag for your Dry Clothes. These are for all of your gear for T1. Once you leave Smithfield Beach on
your bike you WILL NOT be able to come back. Transition will be closed.
Gatorade Dry Clothes Bag
In the morning there be a drop off location for your Gatorade Dry Clothes Bag in transition. This is for the clothes you
wear on the shuttle to the start on the morning. DO NOT ATTACH BIKE PUMPS TO THIS BAG AS THEY WILL NOT
BE RETURNED. The boxes used to transport these bags will not accommodate bike pumps. There will be bike pumps
available inside transition in the morning. You do not need to bring your own.
Swim-to- Bike Bag
Once you finish your swim you will need to put your wetsuits, goggles, cap, etc in your Swim-to- Bike bag and leave it by
your transition spot. We will come by and pick up all bags and bring them to T2 (Shawnee Inn) for you. When you finish
the race your bike and all of your belongings will be at the finish line for easy post-race collection. PLEASE REMEMBER
TO LABEL YOUR BAGS WITH YOUR RACE NUMBER (stickers will be provided). We cannot return them to you if we do
not know who they belong to.
DO NOT LEAVE ANY VALUABLES IN EITHER BAG, i.e Car Keys, Hotel Room Keys, Wallets, IDs, Cell Phones,
Medications, etc… You can leave all of these at your rack in T2 at Shawnee Inn which is also where you will finish the
race.
Relay Swimmer Transport
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There will be a shuttle leaving at 8:15am and another at 9:15am to transport Relay Swimmers back to the Shawnee Inn.
The shuttle stop will be at the bike exit area of transition.
If you have a question regarding this, please e-mail [email protected]
Shuttle Service For Athletes to Swim Start
The shuttle ride from T2 to T1, is approximately 5 minutes. The shuttles will run continuously from the Shawnee Inn
(where T2 is located) to Smithfield Beach (T1) from 5:15am through 7:15am.
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Half Rev Athlete Only Shuttles will start at 5:15am
Olympic Rev Athletes will be allowed on the shuttles beginning at 6:10am
You will be able to drop your gear in T2 starting at 5:00am on race morning and then take the shuttle to T1. BIKES
WILL NOT BE ALLOWED ON THE SHUTTLES.
Shuttles are for athletes only.
Spectators may drive and park at Smithfield Beach but must leave Smithfield Beach no later than 8:30am or remain
until 12:30pm when we expect the last biker to pass the Smithfield Beach Entrance.
Spectator Parking
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There WILL be parking for spectators and family near the swim start.
Spectator parking will open at 5:10am at Smithfield Beach.
All spectator vehicles must be removed from Smithfield beach no later than 8:30am or will be forced to remain until
12:30p when we expect the last biker to pass the Smithfield Beach Entrance.
Onsite Parking
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Athletes and Spectators may park at Shawnee Inn for the duration of the event.
Overflow parking will be available at the Wyndham Resort’s, Depuy Village approximately 800m from the expo along
the run course.
A sprinter shuttle will be available for those who need assistance making the walk to the expo on race day.
No bikes will be allowed on the sprinter shuttle.
If you have a question regarding this procedure, please e-mail [email protected].
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RACE INFORMATION
Check List
Please make sure you have the following:
• Athlete Wristband
• Athlete Tattoos
• 2 arm tattoos, 1 hand tattoo, age-number tattoos, race letter
• apply before sunscreen and before arriving on-site
• Stickers for your bike, helmet, Gatorade Dry Clothes and Swim-to-Bike Bag
• Race Number Bib
• Gatorade Dry Clothes Bag
• Swim-to-Bike Bag
• Timing Chip attached to ankle strap
• Race-issued swim cap
• Goggles
• Wetsuit (if needed)
• Bike
• Approved Bike Helmet
• Tire Repair Kit
• Running Shoes
• Cycling Shoes
• Sunscreen
• Towel
• Socks
• Filled Bike Water Bottles
• Energy Bars and Energy Gels (we recommend PowerBar Products)
Transition 1 opens at 5:15am on race morning. Bike technicians will be available in the transition area on race morning
from 5:15am to 7:15am. TRANSITION WILL CLOSE AT 6:30am for Half Rev athletes and at 7:40am for Olympic Rev
athletes.
You will not be permitted into the transition area on race day without your athlete wristband and timing chip. If you have
misplaced any of these items please see the transition area director or staff member for a replacement.
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AID STATIONS
Swim Aid Stations:
There will be an aid station with Water and Gatorade at the Swim Exit.
Bike Aid Stations:
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Olympic Rev Course – one aid station at approximately mile 15
Half Rev Course – three aid stations at approximately miles 15, 30, and 45
What will be served at the Bike Aid Stations?
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PowerGels (assorted flavors)
Water (sport-top, plastic bottle)
Gatorade Endurance (sport-top plastic bottle, Lemon Lime)
Run Aid Stations:
Olympic & Half Rev: There will be an aid station approximately every mile on the run course
What will be served at the Run Aid Stations?
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Water
Gatorade Endurance (cups, Lemon Lime)
PowerBars (assortment of flavors)
PowerGels (assortment of flavors)
Salt Tablets
Bananas (at every other aid station)
Cola
SWIM COURSE SUMMARY
Both Olympic and Half athletes will swim in the Delaware River. All athletes will start the swim from the boat launch area
of Smithfield Beach and swim upriver along the northern shore, shielded from the current by a bend in the riverbank,
before crossing the river and swimming the longer back stretch with the current and finishing at the Smithfield Beach
canoe launch area. Typical water temperature is 75-degrees.
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Turn Buoys must be kept on your right shoulder.
Colors:
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Olympic Rev: Red
Half Rev: Orange
Yellow Sighting Buoys are directional only and can be taken on either shoulder
There will be a warm-up area next to the swim start. ALL ATHLETES MUST CROSS THE TIMING MAT AT THE
ENTRANCE TO THE STARTING CORRAL PRIOR TO THE START OF THEIR WAVE. Failure to enter the corral through
the arch will be grounds for disqualification.
SWIM WAVES
POCONOS HALF:
Wave #
Time
Description
Wave 1:
6:45 AM
Men 39 & Under, All Relay,
Clydesdales
Wave 2:
6:50 AM
Men 40+, All Military
Wave 3:
6:55 AM
Women 39 & Under, Aquabike
Wave 4:
7:00 AM
Women 40+, Athena
POCONOS OLYMPIC
Wave #
Time
Description
Wave 5:
8:00 AM
Professional
Wave 6:
8:05 AM
Men 39 & Under, Physically
Challenged, Relay
Wave 7:
8:10 AM
Men 40+, Clydesdales, All Military/
First Respoonders
Wave 8:
8:15 AM
Women 39 & Under, Athena
Wave 9:
8:20 AM
Women 40+, All Aquabike
**Red Caps will be available for all swimmers who feel uncomfortable in the water. Please ask at registration to be
provided with a different cap. By wearing a red cap our lifeguards, kayakers, and race officials will know to keep a close
eye on you. **
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SWIM COURSE MAPS
Course maps will be available to view online and in the information booth.
Half Rev (1.2 miles)
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/9045691
Olympic Rev (0.9 miles):
SWIM CUT-OFF TIMES
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Half Rev Swim Cut-off: The swim cut-off is one hour and ten minutes (1:10) from the start of the last Half swim wave.
Olympic Rev Swim Cut-off: The swim cut off is one hour (1:00) from the start of the last Olympic swim wave.
SWIM COURSE RULES AND
REGULATIONS
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Wearing swim goggles or a face mask is recommended, but optional
No fins, paddles, or flotation devices of any kind allowed
Timing Chips must be secured on your ankle.
No individual paddlers or escorts allowed. Course will be adequately patrolled by surfboards, kayaks, and patrol
boats.
Time penalties may be imposed on an athlete not behind the official start line 5 minutes prior to the race start.
Swimmers are required to stay on course, swim clockwise, and keep turn buoys on their right. Failure to do so may
result in disqualification.
If you require assistance in the swim you are able to hold on to any kayak as long as you do not make any forward
progression. If you are unable to finish the swim, or need immediate assistance, please remove your swim cap and
wave it in the air until a boat or lifeguard is by your side.
Each swimmer must wear the colored swim cap provided by the Race Director, unless you have latex allergies, or
you switch for the red swim cap.
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Please apply race number tattoos before applying sunscreen. The temporary tattoos do not adhere well to skin that
has been prepped with sunscreen. Numbers must remain on and visible throughout the race.
Additional swim rules may be viewed here: http://www.usatriathlon.org/about-multisport/rulebook.aspx#Article4
BIKE COURSE SUMMARY
Once out of the water and onto the bike athletes leave Smithfield Beach with a short climb out to Route 209. The entire
Bike Course is within the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Say ‘goodbye’ to car traffic as roads will be
closed (open to authorized vehicles only) for the duration of the bike. Stunning views of farm fields, mountain sides, and
the Delaware River will make your time fly by on this gently rolling out and back ride through the heart of the Poconos.
The final 10 miles of this ride features a few technical descents and some twists and turns as you parallel the river’s flat
lands and the river valley before returning through Depuy Village to the Shawnee Inn and T2.
BIKE COURSE MARKINGS
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Half Rev will follow PINK arrows on the bike course.
Olympic Rev will follow YELLOW arrows on the bike course.
Although the course is well marked, please remember it is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY to know the course. We strongly
suggest you ride or drive the bike course prior to race day.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to e-mail us at [email protected]
BIKE COURSE MAPS:
Half Rev (56 miles)
Olympic Rev (24 miles)
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Half Turn By Turn
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/10831707/cue_sheet
Olympic Bike Turn By Turn
BIKE CUT-OFF TIMES
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Half Rev Bike Cut-Off: The bike cut-off is five hours, thirty minutes (5:30) from the start of the last Half swim wave.
Olympic Rev Bike Cut-off: The bike cut-off is three hours (3:00) from the start of the last Olympic swim wave.
BIKE COURSE RULES AND
REGULATIONS
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All Rev3 Events are sanctioned by USA Triathlon and athletes will race under the USAT Competitive Rules.
USAT certified referees will be on course to ensure fairness in the competition.
There will be NO WARNINGS issued if a foul is committed during competition.
Triathlon is an individual sport and athletes must take personal responsibility to understand the rules and avoid
penalties.
All citations issued by the course marshals are reviewed by the Head Referee who then decides if a penalty should
be assessed.
In order to minimize misunderstandings on race day, please take the time to read the following summary of the Position
Violations, also referred to as drafting rules.
Position Rules Summary:
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Ride on the right side of your lane.
Keep three bike lengths between yourself and the cyclist in front of you.
Pass on the left of the cyclist in front, never on the right.
Complete your pass within 15 seconds.
If passed, you must drop completely out of the zone, to the rear, before attempting to re-pass.
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Most Common Violations:
• Position– riding on the left side of the lane without passing.
• Blocking – left side riding and impeding the forward progress of another competitor.
• Illegal Pass – passing on the right.
• Overtaken - failing to drop back three bike lengths before re-passing.
• Drafting – following a leading cyclist closer than three bike lengths and failing to pass within 15 seconds.
Position Violation Time Penalties:
First Offense:
Half Rev - 4:00
Olympic Rev - 2:00
Second Offense:
Half Rev - 8:00
Olympic Rev - 4:00
Third Offense:
Half Rev - DQ
Olympic Rev - DQ
In the case of Position Violations the Head Referee’s ruling is final and there are no protests or appeals. Be sure to check
the penalty sheet before you leave the race site and discuss any questions with the Head Referee.
Additional Bike Rules:
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Helmets must be CPSC approved models.
All helmets legally sold in the US are CPSC approved.
Helmets purchased in a different country might be illegal for use in USA Triathlon sanctioned events - check with the
Head Referee at the Athlete Briefing.
While on the bike, athletes must have the helmet chin strap securely fastened - before, during and after the race! The
chin-strap rule is easy to follow, so don’t forget. An unfastened chinstrap will result in a DQ!
Wear your race numbers,
Don’t leave your trash on the course
Don’t carry or use any portable audio devices.
Remember to treat other athletes, volunteers, and officials with courtesy and consideration. Failure to do so is called
Unsportsmanlike Conduct and you will be disqualified.
Complete USA Triathlon bike rules and regulations may be viewed here:
http://www.usatriathlon.org/about-multisport/rulebook.aspx
RUN COURSE SUMMARY
Leaving Transition, the run course for both races winds through Wyndham Villas along the Delaware River through the
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historic Shawnee Village neighborhood. Athletes will exit onto River Rd for three quarters of a mile
before entering the McDade Trail at the Hialeah Trailhead. The trail passes through forested areas,
farm fields and past views of the majestic Delaware River. The terrain of the trail is a wide, packed
gravel path with plenty of ups and downs to keep it interesting before hitting the turnaround and
heading back to the Shawnee Inn. Half athletes will have a turnaround at Shawnee Inn Drive and
repeat the first loop. The course finishes at the majestic Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort with the
finish chute leading towards the beautiful Delaware River to end your epic day!
RUN COURSE MARKINGS
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Half Rev will follow PINK arrows on the run course.
Olympic Rev will follow YELLOW arrows on the run course.
Although the course is well marked, please remember it is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY to know the
course. We strongly suggest you ride or drive the course prior to race day.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to e-mail us at [email protected]
RUN COURSE MAPS
Half Rev (13.1 miles)
Olympic Rev (6.2 miles)
Half Rev Turn-By-Turn
Olympic Rev Turn-By-Turn
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RUN CUT-OFF TIMES
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Olympic Rev Run Cut-off: Four hours, fifteen minutes (4:15) from the start of the last Olympic Rev swim wave.
Half Rev Run Cut-Off: Eight hours, thirty minutes (8:30) from the start of the last Half Rev swim wave.
RUN COURSE RULES AND
REGULATIONS
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A participant must run or walk the entire portion of the run course.
Except for reasons of safety and when no advantage is gained, all runners shall follow and remain within the
prescribed course.
A participant who gains forward progress by crawling or otherwise, violates this Section and shall be disqualified.
The responsibility of knowing and following the prescribed course rests with each participant.
Permitted and Illegal Equipment
Any participant who at any time wears or carries a headset, radio, headphones, personal audio device, or any other
item prohibited by Section 3.4(i) shall be subject to a time penalty. This includes relay runners!
A participant may carry a water bottle on the run portion of the course, provided that such container is not made of
glass. Glass containers are prohibited.
Complete USA Triathlon run-rules may be viewed here: http://www.usatriathlon.org/about-multisport/rulebook.aspx
WEATHER CONTINGENCY PLAN
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Our events take place rain or shine, there is no rain-date.
Should there be lightning during the swim, the swim start will be delayed until conditions are safe.
If delays continue to build, the swim leg may be reduced or cancelled. In which case we will use a time trial start for
the bike leg.
In the event of a severe natural disaster (hurricane, tornado, etc.), Rev3 will be in regular communication with all
registered athletes.
Unfortunately we cannot offer refunds for inclement weather.
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POST RACE INFORMATION
Awards Ceremony
When:
What:
Where:
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Rev3 awards the following categories:
• Top 3 Males and Females
• Overall Top 3 Males and Females
in each 5-Yr age group: 19 and
U, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39,
40-44, ….
• Top 3 Aquabike Males and
Females
• Overall Top 3 Clydesdales &
Athena
• Top 3 Military/First Responder
Male and Female
• Top 3 Relays Overall
All Award Ceremonies will take place
on the main stage in the Rev3 Expo.
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Professional Award Ceremony
Sunday Aug 7 at 11:00am
Olympic Rev & Half Aqua-Bike
Award Ceremony Sunday Aug 7 at
11:30am
Half Rev Award Ceremony Sunday
Aug 7 at 2:30pm
Please note: Results are not official until the awards ceremony. We therefore cannot distribute any awards before
the awards ceremony. Athletes who place in their age-group but cannot attend the award ceremony should please
coordinate with a friend to pick up the award or e-mail [email protected] to have your award mailed to you for the cost of
shipping.
Gear Collection
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All bikes and gear must be removed from transition no later than 4:00pm on Sunday
Lost & Found is at the Information Booth inside the Expo
Athletes may also email [email protected] after an event to inquire into lost & found gear.
Our staff will do our best to return athlete gear in a timely manner.
Post-Race Meal
When:
Where:
What:
After your race is over
Food Tent inside the Expo
Rev3 will host a backyard cookout for
the post-race meal.
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All athletes receive a post-race meal.
Athlete must present his/ her athlete wristband.
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Vegetarian options and healthy sides will be available.
Vendors will have food available for spectators to purchase
Each athlete will receive one complimentary beer from Shawnee Craft Brewing
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What’s the expected water temp?
Water temperature is expected to be approximately 75 degrees (which is wetsuit legal).
What is the Delaware River current like?
Current can vary based upon weather conditions. However, we’ve researched the river conditions going back over the
past 15 years. Historically, mid-August is one of the best times of year for swimming in this section of the Delaware
River.
What time do I need to have my bike out of transition on Sunday?
Bikes must be removed from Transition no later than 4:00pm.
What time does the race start?
The first wave of Half athletes will start at 6:45am.
The first wave of Olympic athletes will start at 8:00am.
Where is the best place for Spectators to drop Athletes off on race morning?
The best spot for spectators to drop athletes on race morning will be at Smithfield Beach. There will be space for
spectators only to park at the Swim Start (Smithfield Beach). However, all vehicles must be removed from Smithfield
Beach no later than 8:30am on race morning or will have to remain at Smithfield Beach until 12:30pm.
Where is athlete and spectator parking?
There will be parking at the Shawnee Inn (Finish Line/Expo) over the weekend and overflow parking at the Wyndham
Resorts, Depuy Village lot approximately 800m away. There will be a sprinter shuttle on Sunday for those that need
assistance making the walk to the expo from the overflow lot.
How do I get back to transition if I am a relay swimmer?
There will be a shuttle van leaving at 8:15am and another at 9:15am to transport Relay Swimmers back to the Shawnee
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Inn. The shuttle stop will be at the bike exit area of transition.
How can I track my athlete?
Multiple timing sensors are located along the bike and run courses. When an athlete crosses these sensor mats, their
timing chip notifies our timing servers in real-time. At any time on race day, spectators may stop by the Timing Station
(located in the Expo) to view athletes’ split times. Three monitors will be available for spectators to use.
We will also have Quarq Tracking devices available for athletes to rent. You can wear the device and your friends and
family can track exactly where you are on course at any time from their smartphone. These devices can also display
speed, power, and heart-rate data to those following you. Find out and rent a device here: http://www.quarq.com/pages/
qollector-rental
How can I view my results?
On-site, athletes and spectators may visit the Timing Station to view and print results. After the event, off-site, or for
family and friends spectating from home, please visit: http://timing.rev3tri.com/mobile
Do athletes have access to any post-race activities?
The finish line will be THE place to be! Athletes should check out our Rev3 Recovery Zone which will include ice baths,
Normatec Center and PowerBar Nutrition. We will also have post-race food for athletes and vendors available for
spectators to purchase food and beverages.
Where will medical tents be located?
Medical tents will be located in the Expo, near the finish line. Please see any Rev3 staff member or volunteer for more
information and look for the red flag labeled “Medical.” There will also be a medical tent located at Transition / Swim
Start on race-day.
Can I run across the finish line with my athlete?
Yes! It’s best to position yourself at the beginning of the finish line chute to run in with your athlete. Please be aware of
other racers around you…and SMILE!
What is the best location to view athletes?
Smithfield Beach: There will be spectator parking available at the swim start.
Shawnee Inn: The finish line is where you will find the most action with our announcers and rocking music!
The Roost: If you’d like to see some of the bike course you can head to The Roost Deli & Market located at the corner of
Rte 209 and Bushkill Falls Rd right along the Bike Course. Please note that Rte 209 will be closed for the duration of the
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race so spectators should follow the detour:
Left onto Winona Falls Rd
Right onto Sugar Mt Rd W
Right onto Sugar Mt Rd E
Right onto Bushkill Falls Rd.
What roads will be closed or have restricted lanes on race day?
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River Road
Pennsylvania State Route 209
Creek Road
Bushkill Falls Road
Do you have a Lost & Found location?
Lost & Found items may be retrieved from the Info tent in the expo.
Can I change my registration from Olympic to Half (or Half to Olympic, or Half
to Aquabike, etc.)?
You may change your race distance on-site in the Registration tent. Please ask to speak with the registration
coordinator.
Can my pets come?
Our venues have very graciously allowed pets on their sites in the past and we love pets so much that we bring them to
work. Please though, if you bring your pet, make sure he or she is on a leash and pack extra waste bags.
What if I forgot my ________________?
Our on-site retail tent will have goggles, inner tubes, CO2, water bottles, nutrition, sunscreen, tri kits, Tri Slide,
sunglasses, and all of your last-minute race needs.
Will there be food & beverages for sale on site?
Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort will be selling food and beverage in the expo on Saturday and Sunday.
How mandatory is the mandatory athlete briefing?
The athlete briefing will go over important course details, places of caution, race rules, last-minute race changes, etc. If
you have ANY questions regarding race day, race morning procedures, or the course, the athlete briefing is the perfect
time to ask.
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What’s the inclement weather policy?
Every effort has been made in advance to ensure a safe, seamless racing environment for athletes. Our events take
place rain or shine. If there happens to be lightning during the swim portion of the race, the swim start will be delayed
until conditions are safe. If delays continue to build, the swim leg may be reduced or cancelled. In the event of a severe
natural disaster (hurricane, tornado, etc.), Challenge Family will be in regular communication with all registered athletes.
No refunds will be offered for inclement weather.
Where can I get course maps on site?
Course maps may be viewed or obtained at the Info Tent.
How many people are in my age group?
You may inquire into your division specifics when you get your timing chip at the Timing Station. This will be the most
up-to-date division information available.
What nutrition will be on course?
Bike aid stations:
• PowerGels (assorted flavors)
• Water (sport-top, plastic bottle)
• Gatorade Endurance (screw-off top plastic bottle, Lemon Lime)
Run aid stations:
• Water
• Gatorade Endurance (cups, Lemon Lime)
• PowerBars (assortment of flavors)
• PowerGels (assortment of flavors)
• Salt Tablets
• Bananas (only at miles designated in the run details section of the Athlete Guide)
• Cola
If I demo a wetsuit at the practice swim, can I rent it for my race?
No, the blueseventy Reaction Full Suits are for demo only. If you’d like to use your rented blueseventy wetsuit for your
practice swim on Saturday, you may pick it up early enough to do that. Please contact 3Sports to arrange early pick up.
However, the demo fleet of wetsuits and the rental fleet of wetsuits are separate from one another.
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What if I can’t check-in the day before?
You can save yourself the hotel night and check in on race morning for a $35 fee. You can sign up here to do so: RACE
MORNING PACKET PICK UP
You will be required to confirm that you have watched the Mandatory Athlete Briefing Video prior to receiving your timing
chip.
NAVIGATING PARKING AND
WEEKEND LOGISTICS CHEAT
SHEET
Friday August 5, 2016:
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Short-term parking spots will be available at the Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort for athletes to pick up packets on Friday
evening from 5:00 – 7:00pm.
No shuttles will be running on Friday.
Bikes cannot be checked in on Friday.
Saturday August 6, 2016:
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Athletes must pick up their packets and check-in their bikes.
Short term parking spots will be available at Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort for athletes and spectators.
The 11:30am athlete meeting is the most popular. We suggest coming to the 4:30pm meeting to make parking
easier.
Sunday August 7, 2016 (Race Morning) ATHLETES:
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All athletes should park at either the Shawnee Inn or the overflow lot at Wyndham Resorts, Depuy Village - 800m
walk to expo. .
Shuttles start to run to Transition 1 at 5:15am for Half Rev Athletes; 6:10am for Olympic Rev athletes
Athletes may park at Smithfield Beach on race day but there will be no return shuttles to Smithfield Beach after the
race and vehicles will not be allowed to leave Smithfield Beach between 8:30am and 12:30pm due to River Rd being
closed for the bike portion of the race.
Athletes may also ride with a spectator to Smithfield Beach on race morning (see below).
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Sunday August 7, 2016 (Race Morning): Spectators
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Spectators planning to watch the swim start: Park at Smithfield Beach. Watch the swim.
All cars must be out of Smithfield Beach by 8:30am or will have to remain until 12:30pm
Drive to Shawnee Inn or the overflow lot at Wyndham Resorts, Depuy Village and walk or take the Sprinter Shuttle
the 800m to the expo
All spectators who are not planning to watch the swim start can go directly to Shawnee Inn or the overflow lot at
Wyndham Resorts, Depuy Village and walk or take the Sprinter Shuttle the 800m to the expo.
PARKING FAQ
Where can I pick up the shuttle to Swim Start (Transition 1) on Race Day?
Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort (Transition 2/Expo/Finish Area)
Will spectators be allowed on the shuttles?
No, spectators will not be allowed on shuttles other than the Sprinter Shuttle from the overflow lot to the expo.
Can I drive myself and park at Transition (Smithfield Beach) on race day?
Athletes may park at Smithfield Beach on race day but there will be no return shuttles to Smithfield Beach after the race
and vehicles will not be allowed to leave Smithfield Beach between 8:30am and 12:30pm due to River Rd being closed
for the bike portion of the race.
Where should I park on race morning?
Shawnee Inn or the overflow lot at Wyndham Resorts, Depuy Village
How will I get my dry clothes and swim gear back from Smithfield Beach on
Sunday?
Rev3 Staff will transport both your Gatorade Dry Clothes Bag and your swim-to-bike bag back to the expo for you during
the race. Please remember not to attach bike pumps to your bags as they will not be transported back. Also be sure not
to leave valuables such as car keys, hotel room keys, wallets, cell phones, ID’s, etc… in your bags.
Where is the best place for Spectators to drop Athletes off on race morning?
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Smithfield Beach or at Shawnee Inn to take the shuttle to T1.
Spectators may park at Smithfield Beach provided they are out of the lot by 8:30am
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SPECIAL THANKS
Rev3 wants to extend a special THANK YOU to our local sponsors, without their help we could not have such a great
event in Shawnee on Delaware, Pennsylvania! Please support the sponsors who support Challenge Family and YOU!
Visitors’ Bureau
Pocono Mountain Visitors Bureau
http://www.800poconos.com/
Host Hotel & Post-Race Meal
Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort
http://www.shawneeinn.com/
Bike Mechanic
Vertical Earth Mountain Sports
http://www.verticalearthinc.com/
Post-Race Beverages
ShawneeCraft Brewing Company
http://www.
shawneecraftbrewingcompany.com/
Kids’ Zone / Inspiration Station
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