2016 Iron Girl Syracuse Participant Guide

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08.07.16 | Syracuse, NY
*Information as of 07/07/16
Welcome Letter
On behalf of Iron Girl, I wish to welcome you to the 2016 Iron Girl Syracuse presented by: DJI,
Sprint Triathlon & Bike-Run.
Our hope is that more women see the passion within triathlon, while giving back to the
community!
I know you will enjoy the calm protection of the fresh water swim course in Oneida Lake at
Oneida Shores Park in Brewerton, the one-loop bike course, and an out and back run course.
Be sure to wave to the supportive crowds that will likely gather throughout the Oneida Shores
Park to view the swim start, swim finish, transition, run course and finish line in one location.
The Iron Girl Team would like to thank our sponsors and local partners including the Syracuse
Convention & Visitors Bureau, Onondaga County Parks, the staff and lifeguards at Oneida
Shores Park, Fleet Feet Syracuse, Syracuse Bicycle, Crowne Plaza, Replenisher, Greenlayer,
Milestones Sport Jewelry, Sunbelt Bakery and all our local help for their support to make this
event a reality.
In addition, we would like to give a special thanks to DJI, whose efforts make it possible for
this event to happen.
Most of all, we would like to thank the volunteers who give so much. Their effort and support
helps each participant realize her Iron Girl dream. Please take a moment to thank the
volunteers!
Have a Great Race!
Ken Hammond
Race Director
Iron Girl Syracuse
Event Schedule
Expo
The 2016 Iron Girl Syracuse presented by DJI expo is a free event and open to Iron Girl participants
and all members of the surrounding community.
Expo Location
Oneida Shores Park
9400 Bartell Road, Brewerton, NY 13029
Expo Hours
Saturday, August 6 - 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, August 7 - 5:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Expo Exhibitors
Iron Girl welcomes the following exhibitors to the 2016 Iron Girl Syracuse presented by DJI Expo:
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DJI, Presenting Sponsor
Every Mother Counts, Official Charity Partner
Fleet Feet Sports Syracuse, Official Training Partner
Greenlayer, Official Retailer
Hope for Heather, Charity Partner
Milestones Sports Jewelry, Official Jewelry
New York Chiropractic College
Sunbelt Bakery, Official Energy Bar
Syracuse Bicycle, Official Bike Store, Tech & Service
Syracuse Crowne Plaza, Hotel Partner
Ultima Replenisher, Official Electrolyte Partner
Athlete Check-In
Athlete Packet Pick-Up Information
Please bring the following items with you to Athlete Check-In:
• Photo Identification
• USAT card to show proof of current USAT membership (USAT MEMBERS ONLY)
If you signed up as a NON-USAT member we will have proof from online that you purchased this one
day pass. Athletes that did not bring their USAT card can purchase a one day pass on site for $15.00
at the packet pick-up locations.
*All of these items must be provided and no exceptions will be made!
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 participant and must be worn during the entire weekend. The
wristband is required for medical identification purposes and allows you access to the transition area
and post-race cafe. You will not be allowed to remove your bicycle and/or gear from the transition
area following the race without your wristband affixed to your wrist. Please do not remove your
wristband until after the awards banquet or you will be denied entry into the transition area.
Timing & Withdrawing During Race
You must wear your timing chip at all times while you are racing. Fasten it to your ankle and leave it
on until after you finish the run. Volunteers will help you remove the chip at the finish line.
If you do not start the race, you are responsible for returning the chip to the Iron Girl Timing Tent. If
you drop out or are pulled from the race at any time, turn in your chip to a member of the race staff.
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
chip. Your timing chip is a loaner. When you pick up your race number and timing chip, you are
guaranteeing that you will return the chip to race management.
NO CHIP = NO TIME!
Parking Information
Athlete Parking – Race Day
Oneida Shores Park :: 9400 Bartel Road, Brewerton, NY 13029
Free parking for Athletes will be available at Oneida Shores Park. Space is limited.
-You MUST show your Iron Girl Event Wristband to access the Athlete Parking area. This was provided
to you airing Athlete check-In.
Spectators who arrive at the park will redirected to the Brewerton Speedway.
Brewerton Speedway :: 60 US-11, Central Square, NY 13036
Once Oneida Shores Park is full you will be directed to park at the Brewerton Speedway, 3.5 miles
from Oneida Shores Park.
Spectator Parking – Race Day
Brewerton Speedway :: 60 US-11, Central Square, NY 13036
Spectators will only be allowed to park at Brewerton Speedway
VIP Parking – Race Day
Oneida Shores Park :: 9400 Bartel Road, Brewerton, NY 13029
VIP Parking is at Oneida Shores Park near the Transition Area.
-You MUST show your VIP Parking Pass to enter this parking area.
Shuttles – Race Day
Shuttles will be running continuously from 4:30 a.m. until Noon on race day for participants and
spectators to get to and from the Brewerton Speedway and Oneida Shores Park.
Please note, Athletes will have priority on race morning.
Arrive early to avoid any traffic issues.
Race Day Information
Race Morning Check-In Procedure:
Transition
-Transition Area Hours are 5:00 a.m. to 6:30 a.m.
-Arrive early enough on race morning to set up your gear.
All participants must be out of the transition area and headed to the swim start by 6:30 a.m.
We will not allow anyone into transition after 6:30 a.m.
Body Marking will begin at 5:00 a.m.
-Do not number yourself expecting to bypass check-in.
-Do not apply sunscreen, oil, Vaseline or lotion until after you have been body marked.
-Bike technicians and bike pumps will be available in the transition area on race morning.
-You will not be permitted in the transition area on race day without your wristband, swim cap,
timing chip and your body marked.
If you have misplaced any of these items, please see the transition area director for a replacement.
Bag Check
-A bag check tent will be available in the expo area of Oneida Shores Part starting at 5:00 a.m.
-Participants may check one gear bag on race morning.
-Please do not leave any valuables in your bag. We are not responsible for any lost or misplaced
items.
Race Day Information
Timing Chip
The timing chip must be worn on your ankle for the duration of the race.
-NO CHIP = NO TIME
If you misplace your timing chip before the start of the race, you will need to pick up a new chip in
transition or at swim start.
Race Bib
Please make sure that your race bib is on the front of you during the entire run portion.
-Please do not wear your bib number during the swim. The bib numbers will not hold up for the
duration of the race if they get wet.
Aid Stations
There will be one aid station on the run course that you will pass twice on the way out and back. The
aid station will have the following:
-Water
-Ultima Replenisher Electrolyte Drink
-Sunbelt Bakery Granola Bars
Bicycle Recovery
Athletes will NOT be allowed in transition until after the last bike returns to transition and the athlete
is out on the run course
Weather Concerns
In the case of severe weather on race day, you will receive direct communication through email and
the Iron Girl Syracuse Facebook Page at http://facebook.com/IronGirlSyracuse .
Triathlon Course Map
Swim Course – 600 Meters
Water Temperature
We will take an official water temperature on race morning and announce it prior to the start of the
race. USA Triathlon rules state that water must be 78 degrees or below for wetsuits to be worn.
Swim Waves
Waves
Wave 1
Wave 2
Wave 3
Wave 4
Wave 5
Wave 6
Wave 7
Wave 8
Wave 9
Age Group
Competitive Wave and PC
17 and under, 55+
50-54
45-49
40-44
35-39
30-34
18-29
Buddy Wave
Start Time
7:00 a.m.
7:04 a.m.
7:08 a.m.
7:12 a.m.
7:16 a.m.
7:20 a.m.
7:24 a.m.
7:28 a.m.
7:32 a.m.
Cap Color
Ocean Blue
Neon Yellow
Pearly Gold
Violet
Neon Green
Neon Orange
Green
Neon Pink
Pearly Silver
Swim Course Rules and Instructions
1. Each swimmer must wear a swim cap provided by Iron Girl.
2. No fins, gloves, paddles, or flotation devices of any kind are allowed.
3. Swim goggles or face masks may be worn.
4. No individual paddlers or escorts are allowed. The course will be adequately patrolled by boats,
canoes, and paddle boards.
5. Any assistance required during the swim will result in disqualification if forward progress was
made. Course officials and medical personnel reserve the right to remove athletes from the course if
determined medically necessary.
Note: any athlete electing not to race must notify the race officials. A full sweep of the course will be
made directly behind the last swimmer. Visual aid will be provided by the lifeguards.
Swim to Bike Transition
After the swim, you will be directed through the timing chutes to the swim to bike transition.
Personal nutrients are permitted if carried on you or your bike. No friends and family on the bike and
run courses.
Lost Your Swim Cap?
No problem! If you have misplaced or forgotten your swim cap on race day, extra swim caps will be
available at swim start.
Bike Course – 30K
BIKE COURSE
The bike takes place on the scenic and gently rolling country roads. The bike cut off time is 2 hours
and 30 minutes from the time your swim wave starts. Any athlete still on the bike course after this
time will be removed from the race.
Transition will reopen once the final participant is on the run course. Do not attempt to retrieve
your bike from transition before then.
Bike Course Turn By Turn
1. From transition, head out of the main parking lot towards the main entrance of the park.
2. Turn left onto Bartell Road.
3. Turn right onto Ladd Road
4. Turn right on Mudd Mill Road
5. Turn right on Caughdenoy Road
6. Turn left on Black Creek Road
7. Turn right on Caughdenoy Road
8. Turn left on Mudd Mill Road
9. Turn Left on Ladd Road
10. Turn left on Oneida Shores bike path and return to transition area
Course Rules and Instructions
Please understand that based on permits for the roads on the course and the safety of athletes
involved, cutoff times must be respected for all Iron Girl events.
1. No tandems, recumbent, fairings, or any add-on device designed exclusively to reduce
resistance are allowed. Any new, unusual, or prototype equipment will be subject to
determination of legality by the event organizer/or Head Referee.
2. Position Rules:
a. Absolutely NO DRAFTING of another bike or any other vehicle is allowed.
b. Athletes must ride single file on the far right side of the road except when passing
another rider. Side-by-side riding is not allowed.
c. Overtaking riders may pass on the left for up to 20 seconds, but must move back to the
right side of the road after passing.
d. Riders must keep 7 meters (~4 bike lengths) distance between bikes except when
passing.
e. An overtaken rider must fall back 7 meters (~4 bike lengths) before attempting to
regain the lead.
Bike Course Rules Continued
3.
A CPSC - Approved helmet, http://www.cpsc.gov/businfo/regsumbicyclehelmets.pdf, is required
during the entire bike portion including in and out of the transition zone. Any athlete riding
without an approved helmet or chinstrap not fastened may be disqualified. You must buckle
your helmet before leaving the transition area to head out on the bike course. Your helmet must
stay buckled until you have entered back into the transition area from the bike course.
4. No individual support is allowed. Friends, family members, coaches, or supporters of any type
may not bike, drive, or run alongside an athlete; may not pass food or other items to athletes
and should be warned to stay completely clear of all participants to avoid the disqualification of
a participant. It is incumbent upon each athlete to immediately reject any attempt to be
assisted, followed, or escorted.
5. Each athlete must be individually responsible for repair and maintenance of their bike.
Assistance by anyone other than bike tech will be grounds for immediate disqualification. Each
cyclist should be prepared to handle any possible mechanical malfunction. *NOTES: TECHNICAL
SUPPORT VAN 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 SELFSUFFICIENT.
6. Athletes are expected to heed directions and instructions of all race officials and public
authorities. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.
7. Athletes may walk their bike if necessary, but may not make progress on the bike course
unaccompanied by their bicycle.
8. 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 bikes.
9. HEADSETS OR HEADPHONES ARE NOT ALLOWED DURING ANY PORTION OF THE EVENT.
10. MEDICAL SUPPORT: If you need minor medical assistance, Sag Van will pick you up and take you
to the medical tent. Alternatively, depending upon the medical emergency, ambulances will
take you to the nearest hospital to receive treatment.
Run Course – 5K
RUN COURSE:
The course is in the park and out in the community. The course will be well marked and volunteers
to help let you along the way. Water and Ultima Replenisher Electrolyte Drink will be on the course at
the turn around point.
Run Course Turn By Turn
1. From transition, make a U-turn and head towards the Blue Shelter
2. Proceed around the Blue Shelter towards parking lot leading to Muskrat Bay Rd.
3. Stay on Muskrat Bay Road and keep to the right for 1.5 miles to the turnaround.
4. At the turnaround keep right and head back to the park.
Run Course Rules
Run Course Rules and Instructions
1. No form of locomotion other than running or walking is allowed.
2. Runners must wear their race number on front of them so it is clearly visible at all times on the
course. Race numbers issued by Iron Girl identify the official athletes in the race. Shoes and shirt
must be worn at all times and failure to do so may result in disqualification.
3. NO INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT VEHICLES OR NON-PARTICIPANT 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-participant escort runners will result in disqualification. A non-participant escort runner
includes participants who have withdrawn from the race, have been disqualified or have finished
the race. Friends, family members, coaches, or supporters of any type may not bike, drive, or
run alongside an athlete; may not pass them food or any other items and are warned to stay
completely clear of all participants to avoid disqualification of an athlete.
4. 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 also still
competing.
5. Runners are expected to follow directions and instructions of all race officials and public
authorities.
6. Friends and/or family members are not permitted to cross the finish line or enter the finish
chute with participating athletes. For safety, ABSOLUTELY NO FAMILY, CHILDREN, SPOUSES,
FRIENDS, FANS, ETC. ARE ALLOWED INTO THE FINISH AREA.
Bike-Run Course Map
Bike – 30K
BIKE COURSE
The bike takes place on the scenic and gently rolling country roads. The bike cut off time is 2 hours
and 30 minutes from the time your swim wave starts. Any athlete still on the bike course after this
time will be removed from the race.
Transition will reopen once the final participant is on the run course. Do not attempt to retrieve
your bike from transition before then.
Bike Course Turn By Turn
1. From transition, head out of the main parking lot towards the main entrance of the park.
2. Turn left onto Bartell Road.
3. Turn right onto Ladd Road
4. Turn right on Mudd Mill Road
5. Turn right on Caughdenoy Road
6. Turn left on Black Creek Road
7. Turn right on Caughdenoy Road
8. Turn left on Mudd Mill Road
9. Turn Left on Ladd Road
10. Turn left on Oneida Shores bike path and return to transition area
Course Rules and Instructions
Please understand that based on permits for the roads on the course and the safety of athletes
involved, cutoff times must be respected for all Iron Girl events.
1. No tandems, recumbent, fairings, or any add-on device designed exclusively to reduce
resistance are allowed. Any new, unusual, or prototype equipment will be subject to
determination of legality by the event organizer/or Head Referee.
2. Position Rules:
a. Absolutely NO DRAFTING of another bike or any other vehicle is allowed.
b. Athletes must ride single file on the far right side of the road except when passing
another rider. Side-by-side riding is not allowed.
c. Overtaking riders may pass on the left for up to 20 seconds, but must move back to the
right side of the road after passing.
d. Riders must keep 7 meters (~4 bike lengths) distance between bikes except when
passing.
e. An overtaken rider must fall back 7 meters (~4 bike lengths) before attempting to
regain the lead.
Bike Course Rules Continued
3.
A CPSC - Approved helmet, http://www.cpsc.gov/businfo/regsumbicyclehelmets.pdf, is required
during the entire bike portion including in and out of the transition zone. Any athlete riding
without an approved helmet or chinstrap not fastened may be disqualified. You must buckle
your helmet before leaving the transition area to head out on the bike course. Your helmet must
stay buckled until you have entered back into the transition area from the bike course.
4. No individual support is allowed. Friends, family members, coaches, or supporters of any type
may not bike, drive, or run alongside an athlete; may not pass food or other items to athletes
and should be warned to stay completely clear of all participants to avoid the disqualification of
a participant. It is incumbent upon each athlete to immediately reject any attempt to be
assisted, followed, or escorted.
5. Each athlete must be individually responsible for repair and maintenance of their bike.
Assistance by anyone other than bike tech will be grounds for immediate disqualification. Each
cyclist should be prepared to handle any possible mechanical malfunction. *NOTES: TECHNICAL
SUPPORT VAN 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 SELFSUFFICIENT.
6. Athletes are expected to heed directions and instructions of all race officials and public
authorities. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.
7. Athletes may walk their bike if necessary, but may not make progress on the bike course
unaccompanied by their bicycle.
8. 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 bikes.
9. HEADSETS OR HEADPHONES ARE NOT ALLOWED DURING ANY PORTION OF THE EVENT.
10. MEDICAL SUPPORT: If you need minor medical assistance, Sag Van will pick you up and take you
to the medical tent. Alternatively, depending upon the medical emergency, ambulances will
take you to the nearest hospital to receive treatment.
Run – 5k
RUN COURSE:
The course is in the park and out in the community. The course will be well marked and volunteers
to help let you along the way. Water and Ultima Replenisher Electrolyte Drink will be on the course at
the turn around point.
Run Course Turn By Turn
1. From transition, make a U-turn and head towards the Blue Shelter
2. Proceed around the Blue Shelter towards parking lot leading to Muskrat Bay Rd.
3. Stay on Muskrat Bay Road and keep to the right for 1.5 miles to the turnaround.
4. At the turnaround keep right and head back to the park.
Run Course Rules and Instructions
1. No form of locomotion other than running or walking is allowed.
2. Runners must wear their race number on front of them so it is clearly visible at all times on the
course. Race numbers issued by Iron Girl identify the official athletes in the race. Shoes and shirt
must be worn at all times and failure to do so may result in disqualification.
3. NO INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT VEHICLES OR NON-PARTICIPANT 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-participant escort runners will result in disqualification. A non-participant escort runner
includes participants who have withdrawn from the race, have been disqualified or have finished
the race. Friends, family members, coaches, or supporters of any type may not bike, drive, or
run alongside an athlete; may not pass them food or any other items and are warned to stay
completely clear of all participants to avoid disqualification of an athlete.
4. 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 also still
competing.
5. Runners are expected to follow directions and instructions of all race officials and public
authorities.
6. Friends and/or family members are not permitted to cross the finish line or enter the finish
chute with participating athletes. For safety, ABSOLUTELY NO FAMILY, CHILDREN, SPOUSES,
FRIENDS, FANS, ETC. ARE ALLOWED INTO THE FINISH AREA.
Post Race Information
Medals
All finishers will receive a medal.
Awards Ceremony
The awards ceremony will occur after the race (pending final results being available) and will be
located behind the park buildings near the finish line. The awards ceremony will start around 10:30
a.m. pending the official results.
Race Results
On race day you will receive an email with your results.
Post Race Recovery
Participant will enjoy free post race food from the Athlete Food Tent or can purchase food from one
of the local Food Trucks on site at the venue. The Athlete Food Tent will open after the first finisher
and will be located in the expo area. The Athlete Food is for PARTICIPANTS ONLY.
Race Photography
FinisherPix is proud to serve as the official photographers for the 2016 Iron Girl Women’s
Event Series. Photos available to view and order online after the race. A few days post race you will
receive an email with your photos.
What do you need to do for a good photo?
1. Have your race/bib number visible at all times.
2. Smile when you cross the finish line!
3. Visit at www.finisherpix.com/ to view and order photos.
Sponsors & Charity Partners
Thank You!