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athlete guide
ATHLETE GUIDE
sunday/september 13, 2015
ironman.com/wisconsin
Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN
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WELCOME
TO IRONMAN Wisconsin
Ryan Richards
Race Director
Welcome to the 2015 IRONMAN Wisconsin!
Athletes will feel the roar of the crowd as the cannon signals the start
of the race in the waters of Lake Monona. Then set off on the legendary
two-loop bike course ridden in the beautiful rural landscape that can only
be Wisconsin. The crowds will gather in Verona, Mt. Horeb and other towns
to cheer the athletes on. The run will give athletes a great tour of Downtown Madison and the UW Campus as the two-loop course showcases
many famous landmarks including the Capitol, State St, Camp Randall, and
Observatory Hill.
Spectators will be able to see the athletes many times throughout the day
as they move through the swim, bike and run courses. Athletes will appreciate the support as they go through the varying degrees of fatigue and
emotion that define this 140.6 mile journey.
I would like to thank the volunteers who give so much effort and support
that each athlete can realize their dream of becoming an IRONMAN. I would
also like to thank the City of Madison, University of Wisconsin, the Town of
Madison, City of Fitchburg, City of Verona, City of Mt. Horeb and Village of
Cross Plains for their support to make this event a reality.
Enjoy your time in Madison and good luck to you for a safe and successful
race.
Ryan Richards
Table of Contents
Message From the Head Referee 3
Race information every participating athlete
needs to know for a smooth race experience
2015 Schedule of Events 4
Pre-Race Information 7
Your need-to-know information before race day
Race Day Athlete Check List 9
Race Day Information 10
Post-Race Information 12
Recovery and Athlete Celebration Day
Swim Course 13
Course map, rules and regulations
IRONMAN SwimSmart Check List 15
Bike Course 16
Course map, turn-by-turn instructions,
rules and regulations
Bike Services 19
Find out about the Official Bike Store
Run Course 21
Course map, turn-by-turn instructions,
elevation map, rules and regulations
Rules and USAT Medical Policy 22
Qualifying for the 2016 IRONMAN 26
World Championship
Special Programs Information 28
IRONKIDS, The Triclub Program and The IRONMAN
All World Athlete Program
Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN
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MESSAGE FROM THE HEAD REFEREE
IRONMAN will operate under the “three strikes and you’re out” principle. Even
though DRAFTING and LITTERING are the only two violations to incur a time
penalty (to be served in the closest penalty tent, located along the bike course),
every type of violation counts toward your three strikes, and every bike course
violation requires a stop in a penalty tent. Any penalties incurred on the run
course are to be served at the point of infraction. Any combination of three
Violations results in a DSQ.
Jimmy Riccitello
IRONMAN HEAD REFEREE
So that you understand the rules on race day, please take the time to read and
understand the rules in the Athlete Guide and the 2015 IRONMAN Competition
Rules.
DRAFTING VIOLATION
BLUE CARD
The POSITION violations are summarized:
five minute time penalty
served in a penalty tent on
the bike course
Always ride on the right side of your lane to avoid an ILLEGAL POSITION or
BLOCKING call.
LITTERING VIOLATION
Keep five bike lengths of clear space between your bike’s front wheel and the
rear wheel of the cyclist in front of you to avoid a DRAFTING call.
BLUE CARD
Always pass on the left of the cyclist in front of you; Never on the right to
avoid an ILLEGAL PASS call. Complete your pass within 20 seconds to avoid a
DRAFTING call.
five minute time penalty
served in a penalty tent on
the bike course
Passed athletes must be seen making immediate and constant rear progress
out of the drafting zone to avoid a DRAFTING call.
BLOCKING VIOLATION
YELLOW CARD
Triathlon is an individual event, and it is your responsibility to fully understand
the rules and avoid penalties. The referee’s ruling is final in the case of
POSITION violations, and there are no protests or appeals. Other common
violations include:
stop and go time penalty
served at the next penalty
tent
DISQUALIFICATION (DSQ)
!
HELMET CHINSTRAP
Your chinstrap must be securely fastened whenever you are on your bike
on race day.
!
RACE NUMBER
You must wear your bib number during the run portion of the race. In
addition, your bike frame sticker must be properly attached to your bike
frame and must be visible from both sides.
!
LITTERING
Do not throw ANYTHING outside of official aid stations. Littering will result
in a five minute time penalty.
!
UNAUTHORIZED EQUIPMENT
Sorry, absolutely NO communication devices, MP3 players or other audio
devices. (Yes, that means NO cell phones).
!
OUTSIDE ASSISTANCE
Non-racers may NOT ride or run alongside you.
!
TIME PENALTIES
Remember that even though DRAFTING and LITTERING are the only
violations that incur a five minute time penalty, you must go to a penalty
tent for any violation to have your number marked, and all violations count
toward your three strikes. There will be no penalty tents on the run. If you
are penalized on the run, the official will mark your number on the spot.
RED CARD
Any combination of three
violations will result in race
disqualification.
Please treat other athletes, all volunteers, and your referees with courtesy
and consideration. Not doing so is UNSPORTSMANLIKE CONDUCT and
may result in disqualification. I sincerely hope you have a great race and
achieve all your goals.
2015 TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
*SCHEDULE OF EVENTS IS TENTATIVE & SUBJECT TO CHANGE - Please continue to check back regularly for updates.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2015
START
END
EVENT
LOCATION
9 a.m.
5 p.m.
Athlete Check-In
*NO Athlete Check-In on Saturday
Monona Terrace
9 a.m.
5 p.m.
IRONMAN Village
Monona Terrace
9 a.m.
5 p.m.
Official IRONMAN Store
Grand Terrace at Monona Terrace
9 a.m.
5 p.m.
IRONMAN Bike Store & Tech Service Center
Monona Terrace
9 a.m.
5 p.m.
Race Information Booth
Monona Terrace
9 a.m.
5 p.m.
VIP Credential Pick-Up
Monona Terrace
9 a.m.
5 p.m.
2016 IRONMAN Wisconsin On-Site
Registration for 2015 Athletes Only
Monona Terrace
9 a.m.
5 p.m.
Massage Room
Monona Terrace Meeting Rooms M & N
9 a.m.
5 p.m.
IRONKIDS Wisconsin Fun Run Registration
Monona Terrace
11 a.m.
Athlete Race Briefing
Monona Terrace (Ballroom A & B)
2 p.m.
Athlete Race Briefing
Monona Terrace (Ballroom A & B)
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2015
START
END
EVENT
LOCATION
9 a.m.
5 p.m.
Athlete Check-In
*NO Athlete Check-In on Saturday
Monona Terrace
9 a.m.
5 p.m.
IRONMAN Village
Monona Terrace
9 a.m.
5 p.m.
Official IRONMAN Store
Monona Terrace
9 a.m.
5 p.m.
IRONMAN Bike Store & Tech Service Center
Monona Terrace
9 a.m.
5 p.m.
Race Information Booth
Monona Terrace
9 a.m.
5 p.m.
VIP Credential Pick-Up
Monona Terrace
9 a.m.
5 p.m.
2016 IRONMAN Wisconsin On-Site
Registration for 2015 Athletes Only
Monona Terrace
9 a.m.
5 p.m.
Massage Room
Monona Terrace Meeting Rooms M & N
9 a.m.
5 p.m.
IRONKIDS Wisconsin Fun Run Registration
Monona Terrace
11 a.m.
Athlete Race Briefing
Monona Terrace (Ballroom A & B)
12 p.m.
Athlete Panel
IRONMAN Village
2 p.m.
Athlete Race Briefing
Monona Terrace (Ballroom A & B)
5:30 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
VIP Services Dinner Entrance
Monona Terrace Exhibition Hall
5:30 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
Welcome Banquet
Monona Terrace Exhibition Hall
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2015
START
END
EVENT
LOCATION
7:30 a.m.
8:30 a.m.
IRONKIDS Wisconsin Fun Run Registration
Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd
IRONKIDS Wisconsin Fun Run
Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd
9 a.m.
Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN
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2015 TENTATIVE SCHEDULE CONT’D
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2015 - CONTINUED
START
END
EVENT
LOCATION
8 a.m.
9 a.m.
Volunteer Team Information Meeting
Monona Terrace Exhibition Hall A & B
9 a.m.
5 p.m.
IRONMAN Village
Monona Terrace
9 a.m.
5 p.m.
Official IRONMAN Store
Monona Terrace
9 a.m.
5 p.m.
IRONMAN Bike Store & Tech Service Center
Monona Terrace
9 a.m.
5 p.m.
VIP Credential Pick-Up
Monona Terrace
9 a.m.
5 p.m.
Massage Room
Monona Terrace Meeting Rooms M & N
10 a.m.
3 p.m.
Mandatory Bike & Gear Bag Check-In
Bike Gear Bag Check-In at Monona Terrace Parking
Lot Level 4; Swim to Bike Gear Bag Check-In at
Ballroom C & D; Bike to Run Gear Bag Check-In at
Hall of Ideas Room G & J
11 a.m.
Athlete Race Briefing
Finish Line
2 p.m.
Athlete Race Briefing
Finish Line
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2015 - RACE DAY!
START
END
EVENT
LOCATION
4 a.m.
1 a.m.
Shuttle Bus Service
From Alliant Energy Center to Corner of Fairchild
& Main
5 a.m.
6:30 a.m.
Transition Area Open; Body Marking
Transition Area
7 a.m.
Race Starts
7 a.m.
3 a.m.
Official IRONMAN Store
Grand Terrace at Monona Terrace
7 a.m.
3 p.m.
IRONMAN Bike Store & Tech Service Center
Monona Terrace
7 a.m.
5 p.m.
Race Information Booth/Lost & Found
Olin Terrace at Monona Terrace
8 a.m.
5 p.m.
Shuttle Bus Service to Verona Loop
From Corner of Carroll Street and Wilson Street to
Verona Loop
4 p.m.
8 p.m.
Arctic Ease Cool Relief Zone
Finish Line Area
5 p.m.
Midnight
Race Day Massage
Monona Terrace Hall of Ideas Room E & H
5 p.m.
1 p.m.
Official IRONMAN Store - Finish Line
Adjacent to Finish Line
6 p.m.
Midnight
Mandatory Bike & Gear Check-Out
Monona Terrace
10 p.m.
Midnight
Finish Line Party to cheer on Final Finishers
Finish Line Area
Midnight
Race Officially Ends
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2015 - Arctic Ease Celebration Day
START
END
EVENT
LOCATION
7 a.m.
12 p.m.
IRONMAN Bike Store & Tech Service Center
Monona Terrace
7 a.m.
2 p.m.
Official IRONMAN Store
Grand Terrace at Monona Terrace
8 a.m.
5 p.m.
Post-Race Massage
Monona Terrace Meeting Rooms M & N
Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN
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2015 TENTATIVE SCHEDULE CONT’D
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2015 - Arctic Ease Celebration Day Continued
START
END
EVENT
LOCATION
8 a.m.
10 a.m.
2016 IRONMAN Wisconsin Registration
for 2015 Volunteers & General Public
Monona Terrace Hall of Ideas Room I
8 a.m.
10 p.m.
Arctic Ease IRONMAN Celebration Breakfast
Monona Terrace Ballroom A & B
9 a.m.
11 a.m.
Lost & Found
Monona Terrace
9:30 a.m.
Awards Ceremony
Monona Terrace Ballroom A & B
11 a.m.
2016 IRONMAN World Championship Slot
Allocation/Rolldown Ceremony
Monona Terrace Ballroom A & B
Volunteer Appreciation Party
Monona Terrace
5:30 p.m.
8:30 p.m.
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Pre-Race INFORMATION
Athlete Check-In
Athlete Check-In hours are Thursday, September 10 and Friday,
September 11 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Monona Terrace. Please note
that Athlete Check-In will NOT be open on Saturday or race day. If
you do not check-in during the designated Athlete Check-In hours
you will not be able to race. ALL RACE PACKETS MUST BE PICKED
UP BY 5 P.M. ON FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11.
Please bring the following items with you to Athlete Check-In:
• Photo Identification
• USAT card to show proof of current USAT membership or $12.00
USD (cash only) to purchase a one-day license. If you are a USAT
member and forget your card, you will be required to sign the USAT
waiver and purchase a $12.00 USAT one-day license.
• If you are a professional athlete, you are required to submit proof
of professional status at check-in.
Please Note: Athletes competing in IRONMAN events are
required to check-in at the venue during the dates and times
listed in the Athlete Guide and Event Schedule. Athlete Check-In
will not be available outside the posted times. Should an athlete
have a legitimate emergency, IRONMAN will try to accommodate
the athlete to the best of our ability as long as the athlete informs
IRONMAN. To inform IRONMAN of any emergency during race week,
athletes must call the EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER listed on the
next page.
Athletes who show up after the posted check-in dates and times
will not be allowed to race unless prior arrangements were made
via the emergency phone. These rules are in effect for a number of
important reasons and exist to make your experience the best, safest and most stress-free it can be.
The scheduling of Athlete Check-In is designed to allow each athlete
the opportunity to become oriented with the venue, acclimated to
the area and receive all the necessary information needed to have a
successful race.
Mandatory Athlete Briefings will be held during Expo hours in the
three days prior to the event (check the event schedule for times)
and are hosted for the benefit of all athletes. The briefings will cover
important information pertaining to any peculiarities of the course,
rules and cut-off times for the disciplines and most importantly any
last minute changes or procedures to the event that have occurred,
or may potentially occur due to weather related forecasts.
It is equally important for athletes to have ample time to check-in
their bike and other gear and to make sure all bases are covered
leading up to race day. Rushing to complete all necessary tasks
within a couple of hours is counterproductive to race preparation.
It also creates additional pressure on event staff who work under a
tight deadline to execute an IRONMAN event.
Competing in an IRONMAN event is a significant endeavor and requires proper planning for your safety and the safety of your fellow
competitors, the volunteers, event staff and the hosting community.
Athlete Wristband
A wristband printed with your race number will be affixed to your
wrist at Athlete Check-In. This band will identify you as an official
athlete and must be worn during race week. The wristband is required for medical identification purposes and allows you access to
banquets, transition and post-race athlete recovery areas.
You will not be allowed to remove your bicycle and/or gear from
transition following the race without your wristband affixed to your
wrist. Please do not remove your wristband before the IRONMAN
Athlete Celebration, as it will identify you as an athlete.
PLEASE NOTE: Athletes must wear all official race participant
items issued at Athlete Check-In. Items include; the official swim
cap, wristband, bike stickers, race bib number, and timing chip. Failure to do so or wear outside items will result in a DSQ.
Bike/Run Gear Bags
And Special Needs Bags
During Athlete Check-In, athletes will receive five bags:
White [Morning Clothes]
Blue [Bike Gear]
Orange [Bike Special Needs]
Red [Run Gear]
Black [Run Special Needs]
Mandatory Bike And Gear Check-In
Mandatory Bicycle and Gear Bag Check-In is Saturday, September
12 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Monona Terrace.
Bike Check-In: Monona Terrace Parking Lot
Bike Gear Bag Check-In: Monona Terrace Ballroom C & D
Run Gear Bag Check-In: Monona Terrace Hall of Ideas Room G & J
All bicycles and Bike/Run Gear Bags must be checked in on Saturday and left overnight. Bicycles and Bike/Run Gear Bags will not
be permitted to enter transition on race morning. While bikes are
stored in transition, athletes will be allowed to cover their seats and
handlebars only from inclement weather. Full bike covers ARE NOT
ALLOWED as it presents a safety hazard to volunteers and other
competitors. Full bike covers will be removed from any bikes left in
transition once Bike Check-In is over. You will have access to your
bicycle beginning at 5 a.m. on race morning, but you will not be allowed to remove your bike from transition until the start of the bike
portion of the race.
Pack your bike and run gear in the appropriate gear bag and place
them in the proper place. Be sure your running gear has reflective
material on the front and back of your clothes and shoes. Helmets
and cycling shoes MUST go into the athlete’s Bike Gear Bag. No
loose gear will be allowed on the ground next to the bicycles in
transition.
Thank you for your cooperation. We want to ensure the very best
experience for you, not only on race day, but throughout the weekend’s activities.
Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN
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Pre-Race
INFORMATION conTinued
Personal Communication Plan
Pre-Event Swim Advisement
Prior to departing for Madison, be sure to establish a communications plan with family and friends back home. Share the race day
emergency contact listed below with those who may need to reach
you in an emergency. Even if you are in Madison with family and
friends, it is essential that you have a plan for contacting or reuniting
with your group following the race.
The majority of our events are held in locations where the swim
course utilizes a body of water that is open to the general public for
swimming, boating and other recreational and commercial activities.
IRONMAN wishes to caution all participants that it does not provide
lifeguard services prior to the event, and that all participants who
siwm prior to race day will do so at their own risk.
Race Day Emergency Contact:
IRONMAN Athlete Services
813-486-2113
[email protected]
While we make reasonable efforts to inspect the swim entry and
exit points for underwater hazards, the inspection does not take
place until just before the swim discipline starts. Participants are
further admonished to exercise caution and use common sense if
they elect to swim prior to the event and to be mindful of underwater hazards. Keep in mind that this is a natural body of water and is
subject to hidden hazards including, but no limited to: currents, underwater obstructions, tides, rip currents and indigenous marine life
Emergency phone hours are as follows:
Thursday, September 10: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Friday, September 11 : 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Saturday, September 12: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Race Day, Sunday, September 13: 5 a.m. - 12:30 a.m.
Monday, September 14: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Personal Safety
Always train with at least one other person (especially in the open
water). While swimming, please wear a brightly colored swim cap
and ensure that your family members and/or friends know where
you are. When training, please bike and run on the shoulder without
moving into the traffic lane. Please be courteous and aware that the
people sharing the roads with you are people you will count on during race day to fulfill your physical and emotional needs. Please ride
single file, as biking side by side is illegal.
As you are one of Madison’s invited guests, please respect and obey
the traffic laws during your training practices. Violators will be cited.
You are required to carry proper identification at all times. If you are
stopped, you must present your identification to the inquiring officer.
Failure to do so may result in race disqualification. Your cooperation
is appreciated.
Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN
WELCOME BANQUET
Each athlete will receive complimentary entry into the Welcome
Dinner. Your athlete wristband provides you with access to this
function. Please do not remove your wristband prior to the function or you will be denied entry. Family and friends must purchase
a ticket to attend. Tickets are available for purchase online at www.
ironman.com/wisconsin and at the Information Booth in the IRONMAN Village during hours of operation. Please check the Event
Schedule for times and location. We recommend arriving early, as
these events typically sell out.
Mandatory Athlete Briefings
Athletes are required to attend one of the Mandatory Athlete
Briefings offered throughout race week. Please review the Event
Schedule for Briefing times.
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Race Day Athlete Check List
PRE-RACE:
□□ Directions to Hotel
□□ Directions to Athlete Check-In
□□ Directions to Race Start
□□ Directions to Race Finish
□□ Photo I.D.
□□ Valid USAT Card - if member (if you paid for a
one-day license online, no need to bring a card)
□□ Bike Services/Tune up
□□ Attend Athlete Check-In
□□ Attend Athlete Briefing
□□ Study the race courses and plan your nutrition
RACE DAY – SWIM:
□□ MyLaps Pro Timing Chip and Strap
□□ Swimsuit/Wetsuit (if applicable)
□□ Goggles (consider a spare pair as well)
□□ Race Day Swim Cap (provided at Check-In)
□□ Ear Plugs/Nose Plug (optional)
□□ Throw away long sleeved shirt and shoes to
wear and discard before the race or place in
your provided Morning Clothes Bag
RACE DAY – BIKE:
RACE DAY – RUN:
□□ Fuel Belt
□□ Race Belt or Safety Pins
□□ Bib Number
□□ Hat/Visor
□□ Reflective tape (if applicable)
□□ Running Shoes
□□ Socks
□□ Sunglasses
□□ Water Bottle
MISCELLANEOUS:
□□ Body Glide
□□ Antibacterial
□□ Contacts or Rx Glasses
□□ Heart Rate Monitor & Chest Strap
□□ Towel
□□ Hair Ties
□□ Chapstick
□□ Post-Race Clothing
□□ Extra Swimsuit and Cap for practice swim
(if applicable)
□□ Extra Tri Kit for practice
□□ Have a Great Race!
□□ Bike Pump
□□ Extra Nutrition
□□ Extra Water Bottles
□□ Aero Water Bottle Straw
□□ Bike Repair Kit
Bar-end plugs
CO2 Cartridge(s)
Spare Tire
Spare Tube
Tire levers
Valve Stem Extenders
Patch Kit
Wrench Set/Tools
□□ Vaseline
□□ Sunscreen
□□ Helmet
□□ Sunglasses
□□ Bike Shoes
□□ Socks
□□ GPS Watch or Bike Computer
Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN
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Race Day Information
Morning Clothes Bag
You will receive a white Morning Clothes Bag at Athlete Check-In. Prior
to the swim start on race morning, place any items (e.g., dry clothes, car
or hotel room key, meds) you may need at the finish line in your Morning Clothes Bag. Leave the bag in the designated drop area at transition. Your Morning Clothes Bag may be retrieved 6 p.m. and midnight
in Ballroom C/D at Monona Terrace. Any items that do not fit inside the
Morning Clothes Bag, such as bike pumps and backpacks, will not be
accepted.
Special Needs Bags
You will receive an orange Bike Special Needs Bag and black Run Special
Needs Bag at Athlete Check-In. A special needs station will be located
near the mid-point on the bike and run course. These special needs
stations are for special needs purposes, such as nutritional items or an
extra pair of socks, etc. Prior to the swim start, drop your special needs
bags on Main Street between the Starbucks and Walgreens. PLEASE
NOTE: It is suggested that athletes drop their special needs bags off
before heading to transition due to it’s location. Do NOT put anything
of value in your bike or run special needs bags. Special needs bags will
be available Monday from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Olin Terrace at Monona
Terrace. Any items left at noon will be thrown away.
Race Day Parking
There is limited parking available downtown in public ramps and on the
streets on race day. There will be no race day parking available at the
Monona Terrace. Please plan accordingly. There is parking available
at the Alliant Energy Center located at John Nolen Drive and Rimrock
Road just off of Highway 12/18- cost $7.00 (USD).
There are free shuttles from the Alliant Energy Center for athletes and
spectators that will run continuously from 4 a.m. to 1 a.m. The drop
off and pick-up downtown is about 1 block from the finish line and the
Monona Terrace at the corner of Main street and fairchild street.
There is a free spectator shuttle bus to the Verona Loop. The pick-up
and drop-off is located near the Monona Terrace on Wilson street and
Carroll Street. These shuttles will run continuously from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Race Morning Procedure
Transition opens at 5 a.m. on race morning. Remember to bring your
MyLaps Pro Chip, swim cap, and wetsuit. Bike technicians and pumps
will be available in transition race morning. Please do not wear your bib
number in the swim. Leave it with your gear and put it on before you
head out on the run course. You do not need your bib number on the
bike. The number will not hold up for the duration of the race if it gets
wet
Body marking will begin at 5 a.m. just inside transition. Do not number
yourself expecting to bypass check-in. During the body marking process, athletes are responsible for ensuring the body marking volunteers
mark the athlete’s age as of December 31, 2015 which corresponds
with the age division in which the athlete will compete in on race
day. You will not be permitted in transition on race day without your
wristband, swim cap and MyLaps Pro Chip. If you have misplaced any of
these items, please see the transition director for a replacement.
Race Timing And Cut-Offs
The race will officially end 17 hours after the swim start. Aid station
stops, transitions, etc., will be included in your total elapsed time. Splits
will be recorded for each segment of the race. The following cut-off
times apply for each segment of the race:
Swim Cut-Off
The swim course will close 2 hours and 20 minutes after the last age
group athlete starts the swim. Each athlete will get the full 2 hours and
20 minutes to complete the 2.4 mile swim regardless of what time they
enter the water. Athletes who take longer than 2 hours and 20 minutes
to complete the swim will receive a DNF. IRONMAN officials reserve
the right to pull athletes off the course who exceed any established
course time cut-offs.
Bike Cut-Off
The bike course will close10 hours and 30 minutes after the last athlete
enters the water. The mid-point bike cut-off to start the second loop is
1:30 p.m. at Whalen Rd and Old PB. The bike course will close at 5:30
p.m. Any athlete arriving at the bike dismount line after 5:30 p.m. will
not be permitted to continue. Athletes must be out of transition by 5:45
p.m. and starting the run course in order to continue on the run portion.
Run Cut-Off
The run course will close 17 hours (or 12 midnight) after the official
start. The mid-point run cut-off is 9:30 p.m. at the run turnaround on
Martin Luther Kind Jr. Blvd. The second run cut-off is 10:30 p.m. at the
turnaround on State St. at Gorham. The run course will officially close
at midnight. Athletes arriving at the cut offs after these listed times will
not be permitted to continue.
IRONMAN reserves the right to remove an athlete from the course and
DNF the athlete if our course staff determines there is no possibility
of an athlete finishing the given discipline (swim, bike, run) before the
posted cut-off times based on an athlete’s location, time, and average
speed up to that point.
PLEASE NOTE: Athletes who finish before the midnight cut-off but have
a finishing time of more than 17 hours will be considered a DNF and will
not be eligible for age-group awards or for IRONMAN World Championship slots or rolldown slots.
MEDICAL AREA
The medical area is for athletes only; family members are not allowed.
Overcrowding in the medical area prevents the medical staff from doing
their job. For information on an athlete receiving medical treatment,
please wait ouside the medical tent for updates on your athlete’s condition.
Do not apply sunscreen, oil, Vaseline or lotion until after you have been
body marked. Transition closes at 6:30 a.m. All athletes must be out of
transition and headed to the swim before this time.
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race
day
Information continued
Competitor Responsibilities
• When you pick up your race packet and MyLaps Pro Chip at Athlete
Check-In, stop by the chip verification table to ensure that your
correct name shows up on the computer screen.
• You must wear your MyLaps Pro Chip at all times while you are
racing. Prior to the swim, fasten the chip to your left ankle with the
strap provided and do not remove it until you have finished the run.
• You may apply Vaseline around your ankle; it will not affect the
MyLaps Pro Chip. Volunteers will help you remove the chip at the
finish line.
• If you do not start the race, you are responsible for returning the
MyLaps Pro Chip to timing.
• If you drop out or are pulled from the race at any time, turn in your
MyLaps Pro Chip to a race official. Failure to do so may disqualify
you from participating in future IRONMAN events. It is essential
that we know where you are on the course at all times for your
safety and our peace of mind. If you are transported to any medical
station, the medical staff will take responsibility for your MyLaps
Pro Chip.
• Your race MyLaps Pro Chip is a loaner. By picking up your race
number and MyLaps Pro Chip, you are guaranteeing that you will
return the chip to timing, or you will be billed $75.00 (USD) for its
replacement.
• If you lose your MyLaps Pro Chip during the event, you are responsible for a replacement at one of the following locations: swim
exit, bike exit or run exit. Volunteers will have extra MyLaps Pro
Chips at the timing locations above. If you lose your MyLaps Pro
Chip while on the run course, please notify a timing official immediately after crossing the finish line.
Aid Stations
Aid stations are approximately every 15 miles on the bike and approximately a mile apart on the run. The general offerings are as
follows:
Bike:
Gatorade Endurance Formula
(Flavor: Orange)
Water
Bananas
GU Original Energy Gels
Roctane Ultra Endurance Gels
GU Chomps
Clif Bar (flavor options will vary
upon availability)
Run:
Gatorade Endurance Formula
(Flavor: Lemon-Lime)
Water
Cola
Chicken Broth (after dark)
GU Original Energy Gels
Roctane Ultra Endurance Gels
GU Chomps
Pretzels
Fruit
Clif Bar (flavor options will vary
upon availability)
BullFrog Sunscreen Station
The Official Sunscreen of the IRONMAN U.S. Series is providing
sunscreen to all athletes, located at the BullFrog Sunscreen Station
near the ‘Run Out’ arch in Transition.
BASE ELECTROLYE SALT
The Official Endurance Salt of the IRONMAN U.S. Series is providing
electrolyte salt tubes to all athletes on the run course. BASE beats
other sodium products because its crystal form begins absorbing
in the mouth, unlike capsules that must reach the stomach and be
digested before it starts to work. BASE also doesn’t cause the GI
upset that the casing of capsules often causes. Look for their tents
and tables near an aid station. To learn more and grab some before
the big day, watch this video.
• Failure to wear your MyLaps Pro Chip on race day, return your
chip after the event or pay the replacement cost of your lost chip
may disqualify you from future IRONMAN events.
NO CHIP = NO TIME
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post race Information
Bicycle & Gear Recovery
Mandatory Bike and Gear Check-Out is from 5:30 p.m. to midnight in
the transition area on race day. You are required to reclaim your bicycle and gear after the race. You must have your athlete wristband
on in order to claim your bike and gear. If you are unable to personally claim your bike and gear, a family member or friend may use
your Bike Check-Out ticket that will be provided in your race packet.
If your bags are not reclaimed from 5:30 p.m. to Midnight, IRONMAN
will not be responsible for any items left overnight. As a precaution,
give this ticket to a family member or friend prior to the race, even if
you plan to reclaim your bike and gear yourself. If a friend or family
member does decide to up these items as a courtesy, please ask
them to leave a message on your cell phone so we have no panicked
athletes—it happens a lot!
Post-Race Massage Therapy
Body Harmony and Associates will provide sports massage therapy
services during the week of the 2015 IRONMAN Wisconsin. Massage
appointments will be available Thursday, September 10 through
Saturday, September 12 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Appointments will also
be available on Monday, September 14, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The massage area will be located inside Monona Terrace in Meeting Rooms M
& N. Athletes and their families may set up appointments in advance
by calling 608-235-5367 or by email until September 14 at [email protected]. Athletes can also schedule a pre-race massage by visiting the massage booth. Rates for massages are $75.00
USD for one hour, $40.00 USD for 30 minutes, and $110.00 USD for
90 minutes.
Race Photography
FinisherPix will have several photographers working at the swim
exit, on the bike course, on the run course, and of course, at the finish line!
How to order your pix:
- To be notified as soon as photos are online, register your email
address at www.finisherpix.com
- Have your number visible on the FRONT of your bike helmet so you
can be identified in your cycling photos.
- Keep your bib number visible on the FRONT of your body during
the run and at the finish line so you can be easily identified.
- Smile and celebrate when you cross the finish line! Don’t worry
about touching your watch, the timing company will ensure an accurate record of your achievement.
- Visit www.finisherpix.com to view, order, and share your photos
from the event.
Lost And Found
During race week, Lost & Found will be available at the Race
Information Booth. Please check the Event Schedule for the Race Information Booth locations. After the conclusion of the event, please
contact [email protected] to locate any missing items and
schedule returns. Shipping fees will apply.
*All unclaimed items will be donated within 30 days.
On race day, our massage volunteers will offer a 10-minute complimentary post-race massage inside the Monona Terrace. For athletes
wanting a massage beyond the complimentary 10 minutes, additional
time may be purchased at the cost of $1 per minute if time allows and
no other athletes are waiting. Payment is due at the time of service.
Athletes staying at the Hilton Hotel may schedule private appointments in their hotel room during September 14, to September 14, on
a limited basis. Appointments need to be scheduled at least 48 hours
in advance. The rate will be $85.00 USD per hour. Body Harmony will
accept cash, Visa or MasterCard. Race Day is CASH ONLY.
Arctic ease Celebration Day
Join us for food and entertainment at the Arctic Ease IRONMAN
Celebration Day! Browse the vendors, shop for merchandise, see
the awards ceremony, and celebrate your efforts! Admission is free
for everyone; breakfast is free for athletes. Please do not remove
your athlete wristband prior to the function, as it is your athlete
identification. Food tickets will be available for friends and family to
purchase at www.ironman.com/wisconsin, the Information Booth
during Expo hours, and at Arctic Ease Celebration Day. Please refer
to the Event Schedule for dates and times.
IRONMAN Finisher Shirt Exchange
Athletes will have an opportunity to exchange their finisher shirt
for a different size, if needed, at the Information Booth on Monday,
September 14 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Shirt sizes are based on availability and are not guaranteed. Athletes must bring their original
shirt in order to swap sizes!
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Swim Course SUMMARY
SWIM 2.4 MI
®
The one-loop mass swim start takes place in Lake Monona in downtown Madison. Spectators will have a panoramic view of the swim from the
Monona Terrace, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. Water temperature is typically around 70 F
The race will begin at 7 a.m. The swim course will close 2 hours and 20 minutes after the last age group athlete starts the swim. Each athlete
will get the full 2 hours and 20 minutes to complete the 2.4 mile swim regardless of what time they enter the water. Athletes who take longer
than 2 hours and 20 minutes to complete the swim will receive a DNF. IRONMAN officials reserve the right to pull athletes off the course who
exceed any established course time cut-offs.
*Athletes who choose to wear a wetsuit in water temperatures between 76.2 degrees Fahrenheit (24.55 degrees Celsius) and 83.8 degrees
Fahrenheit (28.8 degrees Celsius) will not be eligible for Age Group Awards, including IRONMAN World Championship slots or Rolldown slots.
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Swim
Course
SUMMARY continued
SWIM 2.4 MI
Swim Course Rules and Instructions
• Athletes must wear cap provided by race.
• No fins, gloves, paddles, or flotation devices (including pull buoys)
of any kind are allowed.
• No Aqua socks (neoprene booties) unless the water temperature is
65.0 degrees Fahrenheit or colder.
• When the use of wetsuits is forbidden, clothing covering any part
of the arms below the shoulders and clothing covering any of the
leg below the knee is deemed illegal equipment and is not permitted. Compression wear may NOT be worn DURING non-wetsuit
swims, but may be worn upon completion of the swim.
• Swim goggles and face masks may be worn. Snorkels may be
worn due to a medical condition supported by documentation
from a physician. Proper documentation must be submitted to the
IRONMAN North American Head Referee by email for consideration ([email protected]). He will then forward it to the
event Head Referee for final approval. Any athlete that is approved
to use a snorkel will not be eligible for Age Group Awards, including
IRONMAN World Championship or Roll-down slots
• No individual paddlers or escorts allowed. The course will be adequately patrolled by boats, canoes and paddleboards.
• Any assistance required during the swim will result in disqualification if forward progress was made. Athletes are permitted to use
kayaks and boats as aid, as long as forward progress is not made.
Special provisions are made for Physically Challenged Open Division athletes. Course officials and medical personnel reserve the
right to remove athletes from the course if determined medically
necessary.
• Each athlete will have 2 hours and 20 minutes to complete the
swim course. Individual athletes who take longer than 2 hours and
20 minutes to complete the swim will receive a DNF. IRONMAN officials reserve the right to pull athletes off the course who exceed
any established course time cut-offs.
• No individual paddlers or escorts allowed. The course will be adequately patrolled by boats, canoes and paddleboards.
Swimwear Policy (non-wetsuit legal
swims only)
Swimwear must be 100% textile material, which is defined as materials consisting of natural and/or synthetic, individual and non-consolidated yarns used to constitute a fabric by weaving, knitting and/
or braiding. Simply put, this would generally refer to suits made only
from nylon or Lycra that do not have any rubberized material such
as polyurethane or neoprene. Swimwear must not cover the neck,
extend past the shoulder, nor extend past the knees. Swimwear may
contain a zipper. A race kit may be worn underneath swimwear.
Compression gear (clothing covering any part of the arms below
the shoulders or any part of the legs below the knee) may NOT be
worn DURING non-wetsuit swims. Compression gear MAY be worn
upon completion of non-wetsuit swims or during wetsuit legal
swims.
Swim to Bike Transition
After the swim, you will be directed through the
timing chutes to the swim to bike transition. Public
nudity is not permitted. We require you to be fully
ready to race before getting on your bike. Personal
nutrients are permitted if carried on you or your bike.
Sunscreen is available in transition.
Please inform family and friends to stay off the bike
and run course.
NOTE: Any athlete electing not to race must notify
a timing official immediately. Above all, the safety
of each swimmer is our prime concern. A full sweep
of the course will be made directly behind the last
swimmer. Visual aid will be provided by the lifeguards, divers, canoes, kayaks, buoys, and aquatic
crafts that line the course.
WETSUIT RULES
Wetsuits may be worn in water temperatures up to and including
76.1 degrees Fahrenheit (24.5 degrees Celsius).
Athletes who choose to wear a wetsuit in water temperatures
between 76.2 degrees Fahrenheit (24.55 degrees Celsius) and 83.8
degrees Fahrenheit (28.8 degrees Celsius) will not be eligible for Age
Group awards, including IRONMAN World Championship slots or
Rolldown slots.
Prohibited Wetsuit: De Soto Water Rover Wetsuits cannot measure
more than 5mm thick.
Wetsuits will be prohibited in water temperatures greater than 28.8
degrees C/ 83.8 degrees F.
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IRONMAN
SWIMSMART
Top 10 Checklist
An open-water swim in a triathlon is substantially different from swimming in a pool.
To alleviate stress, it’s important that you arrive on race day healthy, fit and prepared.
Here's a top-10 checklist to help get you ready.
1. Prepare for Race Conditions
•Race day should not be your first open water swim. Make sure
some of your training replicates real race conditions, including water
temperature, proximity to other swimmers and wearing a wetsuit if
needed.
2. Race in Shorter Events
• Being properly trained is the best way to reduce anxiety. If possible,
race in shorter events and clinics to prepare yourself for open water
conditions.
• For extra guidance, talk to a coach or your local triathlon club.
3. Learn About Course Details
• It’s important to prepare yourself mentally as well as physically prior
to race day. Thoroughly review the race website and pre-race communication to familiarize yourself with the course.
• Keep in mind, every body of water is different, so you’ll need to educate yourself on water current and surf conditions.
7. Warm Up on Race Day
• Arrive early enough on race day for a proper warm-up prior to the
start, preferably in the water.
• If you aren’t able to warm up in the water, spend between 5 and 10
minutes getting loose.
• Be sure to do some cardio activity, such as a light jog, to increase
circulation and prep your muscles.
8. Check Out the Course
• Get comfortable with the course by checking out water conditions,
the swim entry, exit layouts, along with turn buoy locations.
• Identify basic navigation points so that you know what you are swimming towards.
9. Start Easy – Relax and Breathe
• Don’t race at maximum effort from the start.
• Study the event timetable to plan for proper arrival and preparation.
• Relax and focus on proper breathing technique as you settle into a
sustainable pace.
4. Ensure Heart Health
10. Be Alert and Ask for Help
• As an athlete in training, you should take the proper steps to assess
your health with your physician.
• The American Heart Association suggests a 12-step screening process for competitive athletes. This includes a physical exam as well as
an assessment of your family history and personal heart health.
5. Pay Attention to Warning Signs
• If you experience chest pain or discomfort, shortness of breath, lightheadedness or blacking out while training, consult your doctor.
6. Don’t Use New Gear on Race Day
• In a race setting always stop at the first sign of a medical problem.
• If you or a fellow athlete needs help, just raise your hand to alert a
lifeguard or safety boat.
• Race rules allow for competitors to stop or rest at any time during the
swim.
• Feel free to hold on to a static object like a raft, buoy, or dock.
• You may also rest by holding on to a kayak, boat or even a paddleboard. As long as you don’t use it to move forward, you won’t face
disqualification.
• Focus on controlling as much as you can on race day.
• You should never race in equipment you haven’t trained in this is not
the time to test new gear.
• Make sure your wetsuit fits properly and that your goggles, swim cap
and other accessories work properly.
• Prepare for the unexpected with backups of all your gear.
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Bike Course SUMMARY
BIKE 112 MI
The bike course takes riders 16 miles out of town before beginning two 40-mile loops in rural Dane County. These loops are extremely hilly,
with many tough climbs and turns on each lap. Athletes get a lift as they pass through the renowned crowds at the festival in Verona.
Two-Loop
TURN BY TURN DIRECTIONS
• Exit Monona Terrace down
ramp on to John Nolen Drive
• Left on E. Lakeside Street
• Bear right on Olin-Turville Court
• Right on Wingra Bike Path
under John Nolen Drive
• Bear left on Olin Avenue
• Right on Expo Way enter Alliant
Energy Center parking lot
• Right on Alliant Energy Center
Parking Lot Perimeter Road
• Bear Left across Alliant Energy
Center Parking Lot to South
Entrance/Exit
• Left on Rusk Avenue
• Right on Rimrock Road
• Right on E. Badger Road
• Left on Ski Lane (becomes
Oregon Road)
• Right on McCoy Road
• Bear left on S. Syene Road
• Right on Irish Lane
• Left on Caine Road
• Right on Whalen Road
• Right on County Route M
• Left on Locust Drive
• Right on Bruce Street
• Left on Paoli Street
• Right on Valley Road
• Right on Sugar River Road
• Left on Marsh View Road
• Left on County Highway G
• Right on Messerschmidt Road
• Right on Route 92
• Right on N. 8th Street
• Right on County Highway S
• Left on Witte Road
• Right on County Highway J
• Left on Garfoot Road
• Left on W. Mineral Point Road
• Right on Garfoot Road
• Right on County Highway KP
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• Right on Bourbon Road
• Right on County Highway P
• Left on Stagecoach Road
• Right on North Birch Trail
• Left on Old Sauk Pass Road
• Right on Timber Lane
• Left on Midtown Road
• Right on Shady Oak Lane
• Left on County Highway PD
• Right on N. 9 Mound Road
• Left on Cross Country Road
• Right on County Highway M
• Left on Verona Avenue
• Right on Old County Highway
PB
• Right on Whalen Road
• Begin second loop
• At end of second loop, turn left
on Whalen Road
• Left on Caine Road
• Right on Irish Lane
• Left on S. Syene Road
• Bear right on McCoy Road
• Left on Oregon Road (becomes
Ski Lane)
• Right on E. Badger Road
• Left on Rimrock Road
• Left on Rusk Avenue
• Right into Alliant Energy Center
South Entrance
• Bear right into Alliant Energy
Center Parking Lot Perimeter
Road
• Left out of Alliant Energy Center Northwest Entrance
• Right on Expo Way
• Left on Olin Avenue
• Left on Wingra Bike Path
• Left on E. Lakeside Street
• Right on John Nolen Drive
• Right on south parking ramp to
Monona Terrace
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BIKE COURSE
rules and instructions
1. Position Rules
• Absolutely NO DRAFTING of another bike or
any other vehicle is allowed.
• Athletes must keep five bike lengths of clear
space between bikes except when passing. Failure to do so will result in a drafting
violation.
• A pass occurs when the overtaking athlete’s
front wheel passes the leading edge of the
athlete being overtaken.
• Overtaking athletes may pass on the left for
up to 20 seconds, but must move back to the
right side of the road, after passing. Failure
to complete a pass within 20 seconds will result in a drafting violation. Athletes may not
back out of the draft zone once it is entered
(drafting violation).
• Overtaken athletes must immediately fall
back five bike lengths before attempting to
regain the lead from a front running bike.
Immediately re-passing prior to falling back
five bike lengths will result in an overtaken
violation.
• Overtaken athletes who remain in the
draft zone (five bike lengths of clear space
between bikes) for more than 20 seconds, or
who do not make constant rear progress out
of the drafting zone, will be given a drafting
violation.
• Athletes must ride single file on the far
right side of the road except when passing
another rider, or for reasons of safety. Sideby-side riding is not allowed and will result in
a position violation.
• Athletes who impede the forward progress
of other athletes will be given a blocking
violation.
• Athletes committing rules violations will be
notified “on the spot” by an official.
• Do not attempt to discuss the penalty with
the official.
• The official will:
i. Notify you that you have received either a
BLUE CARD for drafting and intentional littering or a YELLOW CARD for any other penalty.
The official will show you the corresponding
colored card.
ii. Instruct you to report to the next penalty
tent (PT) on the course. There will be at least
two PTs on the course.
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BIKE 112 MI
The Exact Location Of The
Pts Will Be Stated At The
Pre-Race Meeting.
• The athlete will:
i. Report to the next PT and tell the PT Official
whether you were shown a BLUE CARD or
a YELLOW CARD. If you fail to report to the
next PT, you will be disqualified.
ii. Have race numbers marked by the PT Official with a “/”
iii. Register, via the sign-in sheet.
iv. R
esume the race immediately, upon having your numbers marked with a “/” and
registering, for all non-drafting violations
(YELLOW CARD).
v. Remain in the PT for the time indicated in
the table below, for each drafting and littering violation (BLUE CARD).
vi. Be disqualified if you receive any combination of three penalties. An athlete may fi
nish the race if he or she has been issued a
red card (disqualification) unless otherwise
instructed by a Race Referee.
vii. Be disqualified for not reporting to the PT.
Race Distance: IRONMAN
1st Offense
5:00 2nd Offense 5:00
3rd Offense
DSQ
cally directed by an official, race monitor or
designee with actual authority. Failure to do so
may result in disqualification.
6. No athlete shall endanger himself or
another athlete. Athletes who intentionally
present a danger to any athlete or who, in
the judgment of the Head Referee, appear
to present a danger to any athlete may be
disqualified.
7. Bike shoes may be placed on the bike in
transition, but helmets and other cycling gear
must be placed in the Bike Gear Bag. Shoes
and shirt must be worn at all times.
8. Cameras, phone cameras, and video cameras are prohibited unless permission is given
by IRONMAN. If permission is given by IRONMAN, it is the athlete’s responsibility to notify
the Head Referee prior to race start. Athletes
seen with a camera, phone camera, or video
camera who were not given permission will be
disqualified.
9. Athletes must wear a bike helmet number
on the front of their helmet.
10. Athletes’ bike frame sticker must be
properly attached to the bike and must be
visible from both sides. In addition, athletes
must wear bib number during the run portion
of the race.
2. Bicycles must be racked in a manner such
that the majority of the bicycle is on the athlete’s side of the bike rack.
11. Helmets must be approved by a national
accredited testing authority and such authority
must be recognized by the International
Triathlon Union and the relevant National
Federation. Please Note: USAT requires all
age group athletes to wear a helmet approved
by the USA CPSC.
3. No tandems, recumbents, fairings, or any
add-on device designed exclusively to reduce
resistance are allowed. Any new, unusual,
or prototype equipment will be subject to a determination of legality by the event organizer
and/or Head Referee.
12. An approved helmet is required during
the entire bike portion including in and out of
transition. Athletes riding without an approved
helmet or chinstrap not fastened may be
disqualified. Alterations to hard-shell helmet,
which affect its integrity, are not allowed.
4. The sole responsibility of knowing and following the prescribed cycling course rests
with each athlete. No adjustments in times or
results shall be made for athletes who fail to
follow the proper course for any reason whatsoever.
5. Athletes must obey all traffic laws while on
the cycling course unless otherwise specifi-
13. Helmet mirrors or mirrors attached to the
bike or body are prohibited unless needed for
a verifiable medical reason. Athletes granted
permission to use a mirror will be ineligible for
awards or World Championship entry slots.
Athletes using a mirror without permission will
be disqualified.
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BIKE COURSE
rules and instructionS CONTinued
14. No individual support allowed. Ample
aid and food stations will be provided. Friends,
family members, coaches, or supporters of
any type may NOT bike, drive, or run alongside
athlete, may not pass food or other items
to athlete and should be warned to stay
completely clear of all athletes to avoid the
disqualification of an athlete. It is incumbent
upon each athlete to immediately reject any
attempt to assist, follow, or escort.
15. DO NOT LITTER Any item that needs
to be discarded, including but not limited to
water bottles, gel wrappers, energy bar wrappers, broken bike parts, or clothing items, may
only be discarded in the trash drop zones at
each aid station. Discarding any item outside
of the trash drop zones will result in a BLUE
CARD (5 minute time penalty).
16. Athletes must be individually responsible
for repair and maintenance of their own bike.
Athletes should be prepared to handle any
possible mechanical malfunction. Assistance
from official race personnel is permitted.
17. Athletes may walk bike, if necessary, but
may not make progress on the bike course
unaccompanied by their bicycle.
18. Bike inspection is not mandatory and
will not be provided at Bike Check-In, although
technicians will be available.
Athletes are ultimately responsible for their
own bikes. However race officials may at their
own discretion make final judgement as to the
soundness of the bike.
Note: Technical support vans will be on
the course to assist with emergency repairs
whenever possible; such as replacement
tubes, tires, chains, etc. Technical vans will
be on the course throughout the day, but are
limited in number. Please be self-sufficient.
19. Communication devices of any type, such
as cell phones and two-way radios are strictly
prohibited during competition. Use of such
devices will result in disqualification.
20. HEADSETS OR HEADPHONES
ARE NOT ALLOWED DURING ANY
PORTION OF THE EVENT
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21. MEDICAL SUPPORT If you need minor
medical assistance, a SAG vehicle will pick you
up and take you to the medical tent, where
you shall receive treatment.
Alternatively, depending upon medical emergency, ambulances will take you to the nearest
hospital to receive treatment. If you have a
technical problem or have bonked, the SAG
vehicle will take you to the next aid station.
At every bike and run aid station, there will be
rest areas and medical personnel to assist in
any medical problem.
Additionally, there will be radios to contact
ambulances and medical assistance. If you
have a problem, please go to an aid station for
further assistance. Cyclists still on the course
after the bike cut-off will be disqualified and
will not be permitted to continue in the event.
Note: Bike aid stations are located approximately every 15 miles. It is your responsibility to slow for safe nutrient pick-up.
Call out your requirements clearly and in advance. Crews are instructed not to step across
the white line for handoffs. It is imperative
that you don’t toss bike bottles, cups, or nutrient bags on the roadside along the course.
A 5 minute time penalty will be assessed for
discarding litter outside the designated drop
zone.
LOCAL TRAFFIC LAWS
Please remember that members of the local
community use the bike course roads.
Realize that you are an ambassador for the
sport and the event and the impact of your
actions is far reaching. When you’re out riding
the course, please adhere to local traffic laws
and go the extra mile to be courteous and
respectful to the residents of the local community.
Please think before you act. When training,
please follow these suggestions:
Please ride single file. This is not just for your
safety but also to ensure local drivers can
get where they need to go without delay and
frustration.
Please obey traffic laws (stop at stop signs,
signal when turning, etc.).
Please do not use private property as a toilet.
Please do not litter. Keep your energy bar and
gel wrappers with you until you find a trash
can.
Please ask your friends and family members
to refrain from painting the roads along the
course. This defaces public property and is a
punishable offense.
Please wear a helmet during all official
activities when you are riding your bike. This
includes, competition, course familiarization
and training sessions
Bike Course Rules
and Instructions
Please understand that
based on permits for the
roads on the course and
the safety of athletes
involved, cut-off times
must be respected for all
IRONMAN events.
Every time a cyclist has an altercation with
a driver, that driver sees every cyclist on the
road as the enemy.
Every time a cyclist is courteous to a driver,
that driver will give every cyclist on the road
that much more respect and courtesy in
return.
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BIKE Tech Services
OFFICIAL BIKE STORE
VELO STOP
www.velo-stop.com
Velo Stop is the Official Bike Store of the IRONMAN U.S. Series.
Our staff of triathlon experts will be at the IRONMAN Village offering
quality triathlon supplies, equipment, gear, apparel and nutrition from
the industry’s top manufacturers. Our expert bike technicians will
provide the highest level of service for repairs and upgrades that you
may need prior to race day.
On race day, our staff will be available for emergency repairs and
support in transition as well as on the racecourse. Also, remember
to shop with us before the big race and all year long at for all of your
triathlon and racing needs.
SPECIAL PRE-RACE DAY TUNE-UP FOR $75
SERVICE INCLUDES:
• Lube and adjust drive train
• Inspect and adjust front and rear brakes
• Inspect and tighten axle skewers and bolts
• Inspect tires and tire pressure
• Inspect and adjust seat clamp bolt
• Inspect and adjust all stem clamp bolts
• Inspect pedal attachment to crank arms
• Inspect wheels, spokes and hubs-touch up wheel true
TECH TIPS AND OTHER DETAILS
Bike inspection is not mandatory and will not be provided at Bike
Check-In, although technicians will be available. Athletes are ultimately responsible for their own bikes. However, race officials may,
at their discretion, make final judgment as to the soundness of the
bikes.
To avoid an unexpected flat tire, wait until race morning to inflate
your tires to their proper air pressure. There will be a limited number
of pumps available in the transition area on race morning so we
recommend you bring your own. You must give your pump to a family member or friend before the race start, since pumps will not be
accepted with your Morning Clothes Bags.
For security and safety reasons, bikes will not be allowed out of
transition once transition closes on race morning. Once transition
closes, no one will be allowed to enter transition unless accompanied by a race official. On race day, bike tech vehicles will patrol the
course to aid in emergency repairs.
RACE DAY CHECK OVER FOR $40
SERVICE INCLUDES:
• Lube and adjust drive train
• Inspect and adjust front and rear brakes
• Inspect tires and tire pressure
RENTALS
• Bike Rentals: From $300 www.velo-stop.com/bike-rentals
• Wetsuit Rentals: From $50 www.velo-stop.com
• Wheel rentals: From $160 www.racedaywheels.com
Fly In Services
• Unpack and Assemble bike at Race Site $100
• Disassemble and Pack bike at Race site $100
• Bike case storage $25 (free is we assemble)
• Receive bike case only $25
If you want to take advantage of this service, please send an email to
[email protected] with the tracking number and carrier. We do
NOT ship bikes after the event, we only pack in case for you.
Full List of services: www.velo-stop.com Velo Stop is a full service
bicycle shop and we offer free estimates for any type repair work. We
carry an extensive inventory of parts for most bicycles.
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BIKE SHIPPING AND Rentals
TriBike Transport
FOCUS ON YOUR RACE; WE’VE GOT YOUR BIKE
TriBike Transport (TBT) is providing trusted, economical, hassle-free
service to your race. Reserve your space today for premium bike transport.
Fully Assembled Bike Transport
The original Fully Assembled Bike Transport service for cyclists and
triathletes alike. For an additional fee TBT will take your wheel bag and a
gear bag, too!
Pack & Ship Bike Transport
TBT offers Pack & Ship service to athletes living in areas that their trucks
just can’t get to. You’re only responsible for dis-assembling and boxing
your bike for outbound shipping and then re-assembly once your bike is
returned home. TBT will handle the rest!
Valet Service*
Take the night off and use TBT’s optional Valet Service. Whether you
shipped your bike with TBT or not –TBT will pick up your bike and bags
(bike and run) from transition after your race. Two unique Valet Services to
choose from:
• Next Day Valet – stop by TBT’s corral the day after the race for your
pedals and bags (and bike too, if you’ve got your own transportation)
• Finish & Fly – leave it to TBT to pack your bags in a gorgeous TBT Duffle
and ship it home with your bike. The duffle is yours to keep!
Travel light with TBT!
For more information and to find a partner shop near you, please visit
www.tribiketransport.com.
About TriBike Transport
Founded on the principle of stellar service, since 2004, TriBike Transport
(TBT) has provided safe, stress-free and competitively priced roundtrip bicycle transportation to triathlon and cycling events. Bicycles are
transported fully-assembled, or with our new Pack & Ship Bike Transport
service, via TBT’s trusted partner shop network and professional drivers,
easing the burden on athletes and allowing them to focus fully on their
race preparations. For detailed information visit www.tribiketransport.com
*Available at select races
**All fully assembled transports include $1,000 of declared value, with option to
purchase additional coverage. P&S transports include option to purchase coverage.
Race Day Wheels
Race Day Wheels, The Original Wheel Rental Company began in 2005.
Our goal is to give beginner triathletes and experts the opportunity to
ride fast carbon race wheels without having to pay $2700+ for wheels
they may only use a few times a year. Now, you can rent 2015 ZIPP
firecrest carbon clincher race wheels from $160 a set for your big event.
Race Day Wheels is the Official wheel rental business of IRONMAN U.S.
Series . We will be at many of the IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 events
for wheel pick up and return
Wheel rental includes:
• 2015 ZIPP Firecrest® carbon clincher wheels.
• Continental GP 4000s clincher tires or ZIPP tires, tubes, skewers and carbon brake pads.
• Your rental fee off the sale price if you decide to buy.
• Free cassette and wheel swap at the events
• BOOK NOW at www.racedaywheels.com
Rent Quintana Roo
Rent QR is a service of the friendly folks at Quintana Roo bikes based in
Chattanooga, Tennessee. They’ll ensure you get one of the best bikes,
and have the bike set up to your specifications and ready to go on raceday.
Renting a QR Bike for an IRONMAN Event is Simple:
1. Choose a bike from one of the many events we cover.
2. Make sure to add you basic details, including sizing info.
3. Add the bike to your cart and checkout; your card will be charged for
the full amount.
4. A friendly QR representative will email you to confirm your reservation and walk through all sizing and logistics issues.
5. During the expo, visit the QR booth at your IRONMAN event to grab
your bike, have your accessories put on and receive a full fit.
6. After the race, simply pick up your transition bags and relax. A QR
representative will retrieve your bike, strip your accessories and place
them in your transition bags at no charge to you.
7. Goodbye bike transportation hassles!
Bike Rental- Rental fee includes all transport charges, set-up at event,
QR goody bag, and pre-event bike-fit consultation. All bikes will come
equipped with two standard water bottle cages and an ISM Adamo
Road saddle.
CD0.1 Mechanical: $349
CD0.1 i2: $379
CD0.1 i2 Race: $409 (includes race wheels)
PRsix Mechanical: $449
PRsix i2 Race: $499 (includes race wheels)
For more information about the RentQR bike rental service, please visit
RentQR.com or send an email to [email protected].
Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN
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RUN COURSE SUMMARY
RUN 26.2 MI
Spectator support on this run course is unparalleled. Athletes will complete two loops through downtown Madison, the University of
Wisconsin campus, Camp Randall Stadium, State Street and the scenic path alongside Lake Mendota. The run course is quite challenging
with multiple hills on each lap
Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN
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RULES
RUN COURSE RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS
1. Athletes may run, walk, or crawl.
2. Athletes must wear their IRONMAN issued bib number in front of
them clearly visible at all times on the course. Bib numbers identify the
official athletes in the race.
Folding, cutting the bib number, intentional alteration of any kind, or
failure to wear race number is STRICTLY PROHIBITED and may result in
disqualification.
3. NO INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT VEHICLES OR NON-ATHLETE ESCORT
RUNNERS ARE ALLOWED. This is an individual endurance event. Teamwork as a result of outside assistance, which provides an advantage
over single competitors, is not allowed. Individual support vehicles or
non-athlete escort runners will result in disqualification. A non-athlete
escort runner includes athletes who have withdrawn from the race,
have been disqualified or have finished the race. Supporters of any type
may NOT bike, drive, or run alongside the athlete, may not pass food or
other items to athlete and should stay completely clear of all athletes
to avoid the disqualification of the athlete. It is incumbent upon each
athlete to immediately reject any attempt to assist, follow, or escort.
It IS permissible for an athlete who is still competing to run with other
athletes who are still competing.
4. Athletes are expected to follow the directions and instructions of all
race officials and public authorities.
5. The sole responsibility of knowing and following the prescribed running course rests with each athlete. No adjustments in times or results
shall be made for athletes who fail to follow the proper course for any
reason whatsoever.
6. Athletes racing without a shirt or racing top will be disqualified.
7. The run course will officially close at midnight.
Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN
Finish Line Policy
Friends and/or family members are not permitted to cross the finish
line or enter the finish chute with participating athletes. This policy will
allow each athlete adequate time to celebrate their accomplishment
without interfering with other finishers and ensure the safety of all
athletes, volunteers and fans. Athletes who choose not to respect the
policy will receive an automatic disqualification (DSQ).
Event Sanction and Rules
USA Triathlon (USAT) has sanctioned the 2015 IRONMAN Wisconsin.
For a complete set of competitive rules, please visit ironman.com and
view the IRONMAN Competition rules.
Under our sanctioning agreement with USA Triathlon, athletes should
be aware of the serious consequences of violating USAT Competitive
Rule 3.5 - Unregistered Participants, which states:
a. Any person who participates in any portion of a sanctioned event
without first properly registering and paying any required registration
fee shall be suspended or barred from membership in USAT and barred
from participation in any sanctioned event for a period of up to one
year.
b. Any person who in any way assists another athlete to violate Section 3.5a by providing or selling a race number to that athlete shall be
suspended or barred from membership in USA Triathlon and barred
from participation in any sanctioned event for a period of up to one
year.
Anyone who violates this rule may be banned for life from any IRONMAN event. Violating this rule puts insurance coverage for the event at
risk.
NOTE: ANY VERBAL ABUSE OF MARSHALS, RACE OFFICIALS, IRONMAN STAFF OR VOLUNTEERS IS GROUNDS FOR IMMEDIATE DISQUALIFICATION.
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RULES
applying to all segments of the race
It is the athlete’s responsibility to know
all aspects of the swim, bike and run.
1. Any athlete holding elite/ professional status from their National Triathlon Federation or an IRONMAN Professional Membership (as verified by elite/ pro status of an athlete’s National Triathlon Federation)
is prohibited from racing as an AGE GROUP athlete in ANY sanctioned
triathlon events anywhere in the world, where there is an elite/ pro
wave, within the same calendar year.
Disqualification and potential sanction from IRONMAN events, and
forfeiture of any AGE GROUP World Championship qualifying slots may
result for any athlete that has not adhered to this policy
2. Athletes must be at least 18 years of age, as of race day, to compete in any North American IRONMAN 70.3 or IRONMAN event.
3. Athletes are expected to follow directions and instructions of all
course marshals and public authorities.
4. Race officials shall have authority to disqualify any athlete.
5. Medical personnel shall have ULTIMATE and FINAL authority to
remove an athlete from the race if the athlete is judged to be physically
incapable of continuing the race without risk of serious injury or death.
Medical transport of any athlete will result in disqualification.
6. Fraud, theft, abusive treatment of volunteers, staff or others and
acts of poor sportsmanship are grounds for immediate disqualification
and will result in contestant being suspended from competing in any
IRONMAN or IRONMAN 70.3 event in the future.
7. No athlete can use a Performance Enhancing drug or procedure. All
doping processes and violations will be handled in strict accordance
with IRONMAN Anti-Doping Rules.
8. The Medical Control Rules set forth by USAT, in harmony with IRONMAN Anti-Doping regulations and policies on banned substances, will
be binding on all athletes. In addition, other rules and regulations, even
if not yet recognized by the IRONMAN Anti-Doping, may be instituted,
which if such occurs, you agree to abide by.
9. Should any athlete have an Adverse Analytical Finding according
to the IRONMAN Anti-Doping code, all procedures with regards to
handling of the sample, notification, testing of the B Sample, adjudication and suspensions will be in accordance with IRONMAN Competition
rules.
11. IRONMAN reserves the right to make rule changes at any time
provided all athletes are notified in writing and/or at the pre-race athlete briefings meetings. Notification of any change will be in accordance
with IRONMAN Competition Rules.
12. Prize money for any sanctioned event shall be offered equally
between men and women in both amount and depth. Additionally,
Professional triathletes may not win Age Group awards and Age Group
athletes are not eligible for prize money.
13. For additional information regarding training sites, safety procedures and general information questions regarding the race, please go
to the Information Booth.
14. Communication devices of any type are strictly prohibited during
competition. Use of such devices may result in disqualification.
15. Cameras, phone cameras, and video cameras are prohibited unless
permission is given by IRONMAN. If permission is given by IRONMAN, it is
the athlete’s responsibility to notify the Head Referee prior to race start.
Athletes seen with a camera, phone camera, or video camera who were
not given permission will be disqualified.
16. IRONMAN does not allow the transfer of an athlete’s registration
to another person - no exceptions will be made to this rule. Any attempt to transfer a registration to another person will result in disqualification and suspension from future participation in any IRONMAN or
IRONMAN 70.3 event.
17. Assistance provided by event personnel or Race Officials is
allowed but is limited to drinks, nutrition, mechanical and medical assistance. Athletes competing in the same race may assist with other
incidental items such as nutrition and drinks after a water station,
pumps, tubular tires, inner tubes and puncture repair kits. Athletes
may not provide any item of equipment to an athlete competing in the
same race which results in the donor athlete being unable to continue
their own race. This includes, but is not restricted to, shoes, complete
bicycle, frame, wheels and helmut. The penalty for this will be disqualification of both athletes.
18. Athletes must cover the prescribed course in its entirety. Failure
to do so will result in a disqualification. If an athlete must exit the
course, he or she shall re-enter the course at the same point of departure before continuing.
10. If an athlete decides to withdraw from the race at any time, it is
the responsibility of the athlete to report to the timing tent located at
the finish line and turn in their bib number and MyLaps Pro Chip immediately. It is essential that race officials know where athletes are on the
course at all times. Failure to comply after withdrawing from the race
may result in athlete being prevented from competing in any IRONMAN
event in the future.
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Physically Challenged
Open Division Rules
SWIM
BIKE
RUN
IRONMAN reserves the right to seed
athletes at the swim start (i.e., early start,
late start, designated wave, etc.).
Cycling conduct and specifications are consistentwith USAT rules.
Running conduct and specifications are
consistent with USAT rules.
Handcycles are permitted on the 2015 IRONMAN Wisconsin course. Race officials reserve
the right to reject any bike/handcycle not
meeting safety standards.
Athletes are required to comply with the same
equipment safety inspection for the run portion
of the event as is required for the bicycle portion. Standard racing chairs shall be used.
Equipment must otherwise conform to all
other general rules for bicycles/handcycles as
it pertains to the IRONMAN competition,
including no add-on device(s) that may reduce
wind resistance or enhance aerodynamics
of the bicycle/handcycle, regardless of any
secondary benefit.
A CPSC-approved helmet is required during the
entire wheelchair (run) segment including in and
out of the transition area. Any athlete riding or
chinstrap fastened will be disqualified.
Athletes may use a wetsuit during
competition. Each athlete must obtain
approval from IRONMAN prior to the
race for all swimwear and accessories to be
used during the swim.
Any change thereafter will be grounds for
disqualification. The use of any flotation
devices is prohibited unless otherwise
approved by IRONMAN.
Athletes are required to maintain control of
his/her bicycle/handcycle and to operate at
a reasonable speed so as not to threaten the
safety and well-being of aid station volunteers,
other competitors, race officials and spectators. Operation of a bicycle/handcycle in a dangerous or reckless manner will be grounds for
disqualification. A CPSC-approved helmet is
required during the entire bike segment
including in and out of the transition area. Any
athlete riding without an approved helmet or
chinstrap fastened will be disqualified.
PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED OPEN DIVISION:
Participation in the PC Open Division is available to athletes with a medically verified physical, visual, or neurological impairment that substantially limits
one or more major life activities. Athletes with miscellaneous conditions such as, but not limited to, intolerance to temperature extremes, organ transplants, joint replacements (endoprosthetics), kidney dialysis, hearing impairments, and or cognitive impairment are not eligible for the PC Open Division.
Questions from athletes and event organizers should be directed to USA Triathlon.
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USAT
Athlete
Excess
Medical Policy
The athlete excess medical coverage protects
each athlete for the day of the event at USATsanctioned races, camps and clinics. When
athletes purchase a USAT annual license or
one-day permit, a portion of those fees cover
the cost to provide them with excess medical
insurance. This coverage only extends to their
participation in a USA Triathlon sanctioned
event and is only available after the injured
party has filed with any primary insurance
policies. A deductible does apply for this
excess coverage.
If an athlete is injured while participating in a
USA Triathlon sanctioned event the following
steps must be followed:
• Athletes must file with their primary healthcare provider (i.e. United Healthcare, Blue
Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, traveler’s insurance, etc.).
• Athlete completes a medical claim form.
• For serious incidents or for athletes requesting coverage, the Race Director can provide
them with a medical claim form. The medical
claim form, along with all explanation of
benefit documents, should be sent directly
from the athlete to the insurance company
as indicated on the claim form.
Please email [email protected] for
a copy of the form.
• Athletes will pay a deductible. All claimants
will pay anywhere from $250 USD (twohundred and fifty U.S. dollars) to $1,000 USD
(one thousand U.S. dollars) out of pocket and
possibly more for uncovered expenses.
Be advised that coverage may not apply to
each and every claim. Additionally, coverage
only extends to athletes that have purchased
a USA Triathlon annual license or one-day permit and were injured through participation in a
USA Triathlon sanctioned event. Please email
questions to [email protected].
Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN
All medical expenses incurred are the sole responsibility of the athlete and not IRONMAN.
USAT provides secondary coverage in qualified
circumstances. Failure to meet financial responsibility to local medical facilities will result
in suspension of future participation at IRONMAN events until accounts are settled.
Particular dangers include dehydration, hyponatremia, sunburn, exhaustion and injuries
sustained from accidents. Please ask for medical help if you have the slightest hint you may
need it. You will not be penalized for receiving
a medical evaluation. You will be withdrawn
from the race only if you require transportation, IV fluids or if medical personnel feel your
continued participation could result in serious
harm or death.
During events of extreme endurance, the
body’s pain threshold is raised, and you may
be in more trouble than you realize. The medical personnel will do all they can to keep you in
the race and assure a safe finish. Also, please
be attentive when taking water and sponges
from volunteers when you’re on your bike to
avoid the possibility of accident or injury to
yourself or another.
Please trim your fingernails and toenails prior
to the start of the race to avoid injury to other
athletes. Be especially careful to rinse your
goggles of any excess defogger solutions to
avoid eye irritation.
If you spend three months prior to the event in
a climate different than Madison, Wisconsin,
we suggest you consider an acclimation period
before the race. The chance of dehydration and
electrolyte imbalance can be reduced significantly by a proper period of acclimation.
If you are taking any medications, or have
any medical problem that may influence your
performance or your treatment in the event of
an injury, advise us of all necessary details well
in advance of race day.
At Athlete Check-In, you are required to notify
the medical team, in writing, if there is any
change in your medical status/condition after
your application has been processed. Failure to
do so will result in suspension of participation
in future IRONMAN events.
You are solely responsible for avoiding
medications that appear on the list of banned
substances as determined from WADA.
Feedback from previous IRONMAN contestants indicates we can never over emphasize
the importance of hydrating prior to and
during the event. IRONMAN’s Chief Physician recommends you begin hydrating heavily
several days before the race and drink enough
water so your urine is clear, colorless and copious by race day.
PLEASE NOTE:
Full disclosure of medical condition(s), general
health and surgical procedures within the
previous 12 months is required. Medical
consultation/clearance may be necessary from
an attending physician prior to participating in
the event.
In all cases, the final decision of medical consideration is at the discretion of the IRONMAN
Medical Director.
Stay with your familiar and proven routine
regarding training, nutrition and equipment,
especially just prior to the race. This also applies to pre-race dietary intake and medications. It is recommended you avoid an extreme
elimination diet. Adequate salt intake during
training and during the event is especially
important.
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Qualifying
For The 2016 IRONMAN World Championship
PLEASE NOTE THE SLOT ALLOCATION/ROLLDOWN POLICY
There will be 50 qualifying Age Group slots to the 2016 IRONMAN
World Championship (October 8, 2016) on offer at the 2015 IRONMAN
Wisconsin. Be prepared to pay the $890.00 USD entry fee with credit
card ONLY. We will NOT accept cash or check as a valid form of payment.
Note: Slot Allocation and Rolldown will be completed together in the
same ceremony for all IRONMAN events. The calculation to determine
the number of slots per age-group has not changed, we simply combined Rolldown and Slot Allocation into one ceremony.
ANTI-DOPING POLICY
In accordance with the World Triathlon Corporation Anti-Doping Policy,
all athletes accepting qualifying slots for the 2015 IRONMAN World
Championship and 2015 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship will be
required to sign, as a condition of entry, a Release and Indemnification
waiver, by which they agree to be placed into the IRONMAN Registered
Testing Pool for both in and out of competition testing, and voluntarily
consent to be governed by the published rule
http://www.ironman.com/triathlon/organizations/anti-doping.
aspx#axzz3BPHKA0NL
Beginning with 2016 IRONMAN qualifying events, athletes who qualify
for the 2016 IRONMAN World Championship will receive an official
IRONMAN World Championship Coin. This memento will serve to
mark and signify qualifying IRONMAN athlete’s accomplishments. We
applaud these individuals on their hard work and dedication as they
celebrate their journey to the premier event of the IRONMAN series!
SLOT ALLOCATION/ROLLDOWN POLICY
Athletes MUST claim their slot in-person during the IRONMAN World
Championship Allocation and Rolldown Ceremony on Monday, September 14 at 11 a.m. immediately following the Awards Ceremony. We
recommend being at least 15 minutes early. Be prepared to pay the
$890.00 USD entry fee with credit card ONLY. We will not accept cash
or check as a valid form of payment. Please Note: We advise that
athletes call their Bank/Credit Card company prior to Slot Allocation/
Rolldown to arrange for the charge.
Prior to race day, at least one slot shall be tentatively allocated to each
Age Group category (both male and female). Final Slot Allocation will be
determined on race day based on the number of official starters in each
Age Group.
If there are no starters in a particular Age Group, then that slot will be
moved to the next calculated Age Group within the gender. Final Slot
Allocation shall be representative of the actual number of Age Group
starters in each category in the race.
Slot Allocation and Rolldown will be completed together in the same
ceremony for all IRONMAN events. Please check the schedule of
events for time and location. Anyone who wishes to claim a Rolldown
slot must attend the IRONMAN World Championship Slot Allocation
and Rolldown Ceremony and claim their slot in person. If an automatic
qualifier in an Age Group chooses not to take the slot, does not attend
the IRONMAN World Championship Slot Allocation and Rolldown
Ceremony, or has already qualified, the next eligible finisher in that Age
Group may claim the slot that has rolled down.
If there are no more eligible finishers in a particular Age Group or no
other finishers in attendance at the IRONMAN World Championship
Slot Allocation and Rolldown Ceremony in that Age Group, that unclaimed slot will be reallocated to another Age Group within the gender
based on the athletes-to-slots ratio. The Age Group within the gender
with the largest athletes-to-slots ratio will receive the first reallocated
slot, followed by the next largest ratio receiving the second re-allocated
slot (if applicable), and so on.
Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN
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TRAINING
ESSENTIALS
RACE KITS
EQUIPMENT
IRONMAN Timex watches come with
all the tools you’ll need to track your
progress and important training metrics.
Pair with your smartphone for convenient
storage of everything swim-bike-run, plus
your daily steps, calorie expenditure,
and sleep time.
SUNGLASSES
IRONMAN Race Kits showcase the latest
in performance wear technology. Each item
features intelligent fabrics, award-winning
design, fit, and construction — pushing your
limits will feel like second nature.
BAGS
Built to be as tough as the athletes they were created for,
IRONMAN sunglasses combine durability and comfort
with exceptional design.
HELMETS
The IRONMAN bag collection offers stylish options for
athletes on the go. Their quadruple-coated weather and
abrasion resistant fabic protects all your race day gear.
Wherever your destination may be, you’ll always travel in style.
FREE
AthleteSHIPPING,
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ORDERS OVER $100.
IRONMAN Rudy Project helmets bring rock-solid construction
and aerodynamics together in one package. They provide superior
protection while you exceed your limits.
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WWW.IRONMANSTORE.COM
The IRONMAN All World Athlete program is our way
of rewarding age-group athletes' hard work, dedication,
and performance The program uses IRONMAN’s Age
Group Rankings system to determine the top 10%
of athletes each year. For more information, visit
ironman.com/allworldathlete. To order your exclusive
AWA kit, visit ironmanstore.com.
HOW DO YOU RANK? FIND OUT AT IRONMAN.COM/ALLWORLDATHLETE.
The IRONMAN TriClub Program was launched in 2012
with the goal of building community among the hundreds
of TriClubs that race with IRONMAN every year.
By joining this FREE program, clubs receive a variety of benefits:
priority entry to IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 events, exclusive
IRONMAN partner discounts, participation in IRONMAN TriClub Villages,
and the chance to become IRONMAN TriClub World Champions.
HOW DOES YOUR CLUB RANK? MAKE SURE YOU AND YOUR CLUB
ARE REGISTERED AT WWW.IRONMAN.COM/TRICLUBS.
MESSAGE from
About the Event:
The IRONKIDS Wisconsin Fun Run will race around the Madison Capital. It
is a great venue for parents to watch their kids the whole race and cheer
them on!
Location:
Starts on Martin Luther King Blvd. and running around Madison Capital
Square
When:
Saturday September 12, 2015 at 9 a.m.
Age Groups:
Athletes between the ages of 3 and 15 are invited to participate in this
great event!
Registration:
Registration will be located within the IRONMAN Wisconsin Expo by
Monona Terrace, Thursday, September 10 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday,
September 11 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday race morning September 12 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and online ironkids.com. We will have
an IRONKIDS tent set up for on-site registrations and packet pick up.
Please allow yourself 10 to 15 minutes to completely register. All athletes
must check-in at packet pick-up in order to receive their race materials. IRONKIDS staff as well as volunteers will be present to assist you
throughout the process.
Course and Distance
The course will run around the Madison Capital Building. It is a great
venue for parents to watch their kids the whole race and cheer them on!
New this year is a wave start, kids will be running with their fellow age
groupers! The distance will be .6 mile (1 loop) and 1.2 mile (2 loop)!
Cost:
The cost to enter the IRONKIDS Wisconsin is Fun Run is $15 (USD).
Each athlete will receive an IRONKIDS race bib, an IRONKIDS finisher
medal, Tshirt or Trucker Hat, post race refreshments and the pride of calling themselves an IronKid!
About IRONKIDS:
The mission of IRONKIDS is to inspire and motivate youth through the
sport to lead an active, positive, and healthy lifestyle. The 2015 IRONKIDS
National Series and the IRONKIDS Midwest series, targeting youth between the ages of 6-15, will provide an interactive weekend experience
for the entire family that will not only showcase the nation’s top youth
talent, but also will allow first-time athletes to experience a positive introduction to the realm of multisport. Children will compete in age-appropriate distances with an emphasis on fitness, fun and safety.
Contact Info:
All inquiries can be directed to [email protected] or please call (813)
868-5986
MESSAGE from IRONMAN ALL WORLD ATHLETE
The IRONMAN All World Athlete program is our way of rewarding age-group athletes’ hard work, dedication, and performance across IRONMAN and
IRONMAN 70.3 racing.
The program uses the IRONMAN Age Group Ranking system to determine which athletes have finished within the top 10 percent or better in their age
group each calendar year. This system allows athletes to generate points based on their finish time behind the first official finisher in their age group.
Athletes accumulate points for each race they complete. On December 31st, only the top three performances will count toward an athletes’ All World
Athlete status. This makes it easy for athletes to improve their ranking by simply racing more with IRONMAN.
An athlete can achieve All World Athlete status in one or all of the following categories:
IRONMAN, IRONMAN 70.3 and OVERALL (IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 combined).
There are three levels associated with the All World Athlete program:
GOLD (top one percent)
SILVER (top five percent)
BRONZE (top ten percent)
For questions regarding the ALL World Athlete Program, please contact: [email protected]
Benefits for this race:
* Priorty Access to Athlete registration
* All World Athlete logo on bibs
* All World Athlete Swim caps
* Early bike check in for Gold and Silver All World Athletes (specific details in All World Athlete email)
www. E NDURANCE S PORTS T RAVEL.com - (610) 399-4662
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IRONMAN
TRICLUB PROGRAM - Special feature
The IRONMAN TriClub Program would like to recognize Rocky Mountain Tri Club with this special feature as a benefit of the TriClub loyalty program.
Good Luck to the
Rocky Mountain Tri Club Members
Participating at the 2015 IRONMAN Wisconsin
You are AMAZING!
Race Strong
-From Your 2015 Office Team
rmtriclub.com I [email protected] I established 2003
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Britton’s Tri Force
Buehler YTri
California Triathlon
Central Florida Tri Club
Central Ohio Triathlon Team
Chicago Asian Running and
Endurance
Clare Zecher Coaching
Cleveland Tri Club
Club Bicycle World
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D3 Multisport
Dark Horse Triathlon
DC Triathlon Club
Des Moines Triathlon Club
DuTri St Cloud
Eau Claire Triathlon Club
Eleonore Rocks Triathlon Team
Endurance Concepts (TeamEC)
Endurance House
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Filipino-American Triathlon Club
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Girls Gone Tri
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Infinite Multisport Triathlon Club
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Iron Lions
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Naperville, IL
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Pasadena Triathlon Club
Philadelphia Triathlon Club
QT2 Systems
Racers Against Childhood Cancer
(RACC)
Saint Louis Triathlon Club
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Southern Indiana Triathlon Team
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SUA SPONTE ELITE RACE TEAM
Swim Bike Run St. Louis
T3 Honu - DC
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Team Blaze Spokane Triathlon Club
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Team
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Triomphe Triathlon
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Vision Quest Coaching
Wattie Ink.
Well-Fit Triathlon and Training
Wellington Triathlon Club
West Suburban Multi-Sport Club
Wisconsin Triathlon Team
Multisport Madness
Team Red White & Blue
Prairie Athletic Club/Prairie Athletic Tri Team
www.prairieathletictriteam.com
Sun Prairie, WI
The Fitness Pursuit
Southern Wisconsin Area Triathletes
Triathlon Club of San Diego
T3 - Tremont Triathlon Team
Tri-Shark Triathlon Club
Team Apex Multisport
TriWisconsin
www.multisportmadness.com
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www.teamt3.com
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www.teamapexmultisport.com
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www.triclubsandiego.org
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www.Tri-sharkclub.org
Hudson, IL
www.triwisconsin.org
Milwaukee, WI
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