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ATHLETE GUIDE sunday/August 30, 2015 ironman.com/muskoka Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN 1 WELCOME TO IRONMAN muskoka Mitch Fraser Race Director Welcome athletes to the 1st annual Subaru IRONMAN Muskoka. This event has been long awaited and we couldn’t be more pleased to present it to you. It seems fitting that I return as the race director for this event. I have been a part of the development of the sport of triathlon for almost 30 years and since Muskoka hosted the ITU World Championships in 1992 . Muskoka has embraced our sport and over the last 23 years has become one the most loyal and dedicated triathlon communities throughout North America. They have hosted Sprint events, Kids events, 5150 events and Long Course Events featuring the Subaru Muskoka Chase. On Sunday, August 30th, you will be included in the very long list of amazing triathletes that have competed here! This event symbolizes so much for so many but we can’t help but feel sentimental as I look back on how far we have come. There are many people that need to be credited for seeing this race come to fruition. Subaru is first and foremost who comes to mind. They have not only been a part of our world for 25 + years but they have been the true backbone of the sport of triathlon in Canada. We have grown along with them. Our relationship over the years has been more than just business and I believe that shows at all of the events they support. They will always go that extra mile to show us! Thank you to Tod Sullivan and Geoff Craig for their valued and continual support and for having faith in what we do as event promoters. You have always been “triathlon believers” and we are eternally grateful. We would also be remiss if we did not send out a grateful thankful for all the time and support over the years from so many people. Thank you Don McCormick. We have gone through so much together and will always look to you as our mentor. Thank you Rich Trenholm, Kari Lambe, Steve Sadonja, Harold Featherston, Jackie Parris, Dave Mucyk, Nick Stoehr , Greg Nicol, Lisa Bentley, Lyle Harris and Janet; it’s been a blast. Together with the good people of Huntsville, Dwight, Lake of Bays and along with the super passionate folks of Trimuskoka we welcome you. We have all worked hard to get here; to get to this moment we have all been waiting for. Whether you are an athlete, a sponsor, a volunteer or coordinator; we will all feel the same sense of pride on race day. Be safe, be strong and watch for us cheering you on at the finish line! We couldn’t be more proud! Mitch Fraser Race Director, Subaru IRONMAN Muskoka 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 6 Your need-to-know information before race day Race Day Athlete Check List 8 Race Day Information 9 Race Day Spectator Information 11 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, elevation map, 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 Medical Policy 23 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 2 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, AUGUST 27, 2015 START END EVENT LOCATION 8:30 a.m. 6 p.m. Shuttle Buses Lot 1 Deerhurst Airstrip 9 a.m. 2 p.m. Volunteer Room Deerhurst Resort - Tom Thomson Room (Upstairs) 9 a.m. 5 p.m. IRONMAN Village Deerhurst Resort - Peninsula & Waterhouse Ballroom 9 a.m. 5 p.m. Official IRONMAN Store Deerhurst Resort - Waterhouse Ballroom 9 a.m. 5 p.m. IRONMAN Bike Store & Tech Service Center Deerhurst Resort - Peninsula Ballroom 9 a.m. 5 p.m. Race Information Booth Deerhurst Resort - Waterhouse Ballroom 9 a.m. 5 p.m. Massage Therapy Deerhurst Resort - Lawren Harris Room (Upstairs) 9 a.m. 5 p.m. VIP Credential Pick-Up Deerhurst Resort - Legacy Hall 10 a.m. 5 p.m. Athlete Check-In Deerhurst Resort - Legacy Hall 10 a.m. 5 p.m. 2016 Subaru IRONMAN Muskoka Race Registration for 2015 registered athletes ONLY Deerhurst Resort - Legacy Hall 12 p.m. 5 p.m. Subaru IRONKIDS Race Registration Deerhurst Resort - Peninsula Ballroom (Tri Muskoka Booth) FRIDAY, AUGUST 28, 2015 START END EVENT LOCATION 8:30 a.m. 6 p.m. Shuttle Buses Lot 1 Deerhurst Airstrip 9 a.m. 2 p.m. Subaru IRONKIDS Race Registration Deerhurst Resort - Peninsula Ballroom (Tri Muskoka Booth) 9 a.m. 2 p.m. Volunteer Room Deerhurst Resort - Tom Thomson Room (Upstairs) 9 a.m. 5 p.m. IRONMAN Village Deerhurst Resort - Peninsula & Waterhouse Ballroom 9 a.m. 5 p.m. Official IRONMAN Store Deerhurst Resort - Waterhouse Ballroom 9 a.m. 5 p.m. IRONMAN Bike Store & Tech Service Center Deerhurst Resort - Peninsula Ballroom 9 a.m. 5 p.m. Race Information Booth Deerhurst Resort - Waterhouse Ballroom 9 a.m. 5 p.m. Massage Therapy Deerhurst Resort - Medical Tent 9 a.m. 5 p.m. VIP Credential Pick-Up Deerhurst Resort - Peninsula Ballroom 10 a.m. 5 p.m. Athlete Check-In Deerhurst Resort - Legacy Hall 12 p.m. 4 p.m. Media Centre Deerhurst Resort - AJ Casson Room (Upstairs) 4 p.m. 4:50 p.m. Subaru IRONKIDS Race Registration Downtown Huntsville - Rivermill Park by Stage Subaru IRONKIDS Race START Downtown Huntsville - Rivermill Park 5 p.m. 7 p.m. 8 p.m. Welcome Ceremony Downtown Huntsville - Rivermill Park 8 p.m. 9 p.m. Mandatory Athlete Briefing Downtown Huntsville - Rivermill Park Band on Stage Downtown Huntsville - Rivermill Park 9 p.m. Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN 4 2015 TENTATIVE SCHEDULE CONT’D SATURDAY, AUGUST 29, 2015 START END EVENT LOCATION 8:30 a.m. 6 p.m. Shuttle Buses Lot 1 Deerhurst Airstrip 9 a.m. 2 p.m. Volunteer Room Deerhurst Resort - Tom Thomson Room (Upstairs) 9 a.m. 5 p.m. IRONMAN Village Deerhurst Resort - Peninsula & Waterhouse Ballroom 9 a.m. 5 p.m. Official IRONMAN Store Deerhurst Resort - Waterhouse Ballroom 9 a.m. 5 p.m. IRONMAN Bike Store & Tech Service Center Deerhurst Resort - Peninsula Ballroom 9 a.m. 5 p.m. Race Information Booth Deerhurst Resort - Waterhouse Ballroom 9 a.m. 5 p.m. Massage Therapy Deerhurst Resort - Medical Tent 9 a.m. 5 p.m. VIP Credential Pick-Up Deerhurst Resort - Legacy Hall 10 a.m. 4 p.m. Mandatory Athlete Bike & Gear Bag Check-In Deerhurst Resort - Legacy Hall & Deerhurst Parking Lot 10 a.m. 4 p.m. Mandatory Athlete Run & Gear Bag Check-In Deerhurst Resort - Legacy Hall Athlete Briefing Deerhurst Resort - Finish Line 11 a.m. SUNDAY, AUGUST 30, 2015 - RACE DAY! START END EVENT LOCATION 4:30 a.m. 6:30 a.m. Special Needs, Bike and Run Bag drop off Inside Transition for Run Bags; at the School Bus for Bike Bags 4:30 a.m. 1 a.m. Shuttle Buses Lot 1 Deerhurst Airstrip 5 a.m. 6:30 a.m. Transition Opens Deerhurst Main Parking Lot Age Group Rolling Swim Start Deerhurst Beach 6:45 a.m. 9 a.m. 10:30 p.m. IRONMAN Village Deerhurst Resort - Waterhouse & Peninsula Ballroom 9 a.m. 10:30 p.m. Official IRONMAN Store Deerhurst Resort - Waterhouse Ballroom 3:30 p.m. Midnight Athlete Post Race Food Zone Deerhurst Resort - Hallway of Peninsula Room 6 p.m. Midnight Mandatory Bike & Gear Check-Out Deerhurst Main Parking Lot & Legacy Hall Race Officially Ends Deerhurst Resort - Finish Line Midnight MONDAY, AUGUST 31, 2015 - ARCTIC EASE CELEBRATION DAY! START END EVENT LOCATION 7 a.m. 4 p.m. Shuttle Buses Lot 1 Deerhurst Airstrip 7 a.m. 3 p.m. Official IRONMAN Store Deerhurst Resort - Waterhouse Ballroom 9 a.m. 3 p.m. IRONMAN Bike Store & Tech Service Center Deerhurst Resort - Peninsula Ballroom 9 a.m. 3 p.m. IRONMAN Village Deerhurst Resort - Waterhouse Ballroom 9 a.m. 12 p.m. Arctic Ease Celebration Day Deerhurst Resort - Legacy Hall 9 a.m. 12 p.m. Lost & Found Deerhurst Resort - Legacy Hall 9:30 a.m. 12 p.m. Awards Ceremony and 2016 IRONMAN World Championship Slot Allocation and Rolldown Deerhurst Resort - Legacy Hall Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN 5 Pre-Race INFORMATION Athlete Check-In Personal Communication Plan Athlete Check-In hours are Thursday, August 27 and Friday, August 28 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Deerhurst Resort - Legacy Hall. 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, AUGUST 28. Prior to departing for Muskoka, 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 Muskoka with family and friends, it is essential that you have a plan for contacting or reuniting with your group following the race. Please bring the following items with you to Athlete Check-In: • Photo Identification • If you did not purchase a one-day license online, you must bring your Triathlon Ontario card to show proof of current Triathlon Ontario membership or $15 CDN to purchase a one-day license. • If you are a professional athlete, you are required to submit Race Day Emergency Contact MEDICAL TENT AT THE END OF THE FINISH CHUTE 705-349-1466 [email protected] 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 above. 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 Friday evening and Saturday Morning (please check the event schedule for times and locations) 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. 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. 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. Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN 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 Muskoka’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 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 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] Please Note: Special Needs bags will NOT be returned after the race! 6 Pre-Race INFORMATION conTinued Mandatory Bike And Gear Check-In Mandatory Bicycle and Gear Bag Check-In is Saturday, August 29 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Deerhurst Resort - Deerhurst Main Parking Lot Bike Check-In: Deerhurst Main Parking Lot Bike Gear Bag Check-In: Legacy Hall Run Gear Bag Check-In: Legacy Hall Each athlete will be assigned a chair with their race number attached. Place your bike bag on the seat and your run bag under the seat. Please leave all gear bags closed Saturday in order to prevent losing items. 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 may be brought into transition on race morning. Helmets and shoes may be clipped or attached to the bicycle on race morning. No loose gear will be allowed on the ground next to the bicycles in transition. Bike check-in options For those athletes not staying at Deerhurst or Hidden Valley you will have to choose one of the following options for Bike and Gear Check-In: Bike check-in OPTION #1 Have your family or friends drive you directly to the resort. You will have a limited amount of time to unload your bags and bike from the “unloading zone”. You can then proceed through to Check-In from there. Please be ready to unload quickly as this will be a continual flow through of traffic. Your driver has the opportunity to drive back to the airstrip and return to meet you using the busing system. Bike check-in OPTION #2 Bike Valet – if you are arriving by yourself you are welcome to bring your bike with all necessary bike stickers attached directly to the “unloading zone” in front of Deerhurst Resort. Leave your bike with a volunteer who will place it on a temporary bike rack until you return. You can drive your car back to the airstrip and take the bus back to the resort with your gear bags to complete the bike and gear bag check in process. Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN Bike check-in OPTION #3 Arrive at the Deerhurst Airstrip to park car and then ride bike into Deerhurst with gear bags. This is a more difficult option. We want you to know that the busing system works very well and we have used this system for many years. We hope this relieves any pre-race stress you may be feeling! Pre-Event Swim Advisement 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. Please also be advised that public boating and seaplane use occur in the areas outside of the designated swim area. 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 PLEASE NOTE: The official IRONMAN Muskoka Swim Exit is OFF LIMITS during practice swims as it is part of Deerhurst’s operational Golf Course. Opening ceremony & Dine Around The Opening Ceremony is Friday, August 28 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Downtown Huntsville - Rivermill Park. Each athlete will receive a complimentary Dine-Around Ticket during the registration process with a value of $25 CDN. Athletes are able to use these tickets at participating restaurants throughout Huntsville from Thursday, August 27, 2015 until Sunday, August 30, 2015 and has no redeemable cash value. Hold on to them tightly as we cannot issue new tickets for those that lose them. A list of participating restaurants will be available at registration for your planning purposes. We suggest you make advanced reservations.This is a great opportunity to come check out Huntsville with your family. Go out to dinner; then join us at Rivermill Park for the Mandatory Athlete Meeting. There will be lots of fun stuff for your family to partake in including a beer and wine garden, and a band to kick off the weekend! The Muskoka Experience Committee is working hard to make this a very memorable evening for you and your family. 7 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 Tri Ontario- 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 8 Race Dayinformation 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 the swim start. Your Morning Clothes Bag may be retrieved after the race adjacent to Transition. 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, both Bike and Run Special needs bags must be dropped off at two separate locations on Deerhurst property. Between 4:30 a.m and 6:30 a.m. Bike Special Needs will be dropped off at the big yellow school bus. Run special needs bag will be dropped off in open space along Deerhurst Drive. Look for lots of volunteer who will help you get things right. Do NOT put anything of value in your bike or run special needs bags. Special needs bags will NOT be returned. Race Day Parking The main Deerhurst Parking Lot will act as the Transition Area starting on Thursday. Guests staying at Deerhurst will have parking on-site. Those not staying at Deerhurst will have full parking at the Deerhurst AirStrip and Hidden Valley Ski Chalet. There are LIMITED spots available at Hidden Valley Ski Chalet so it will be first-come, first-serve. There will be NO parking on Deerhurst Drive/Hidden Valley Drive as this is a busing route. All cars that violate this rule will be towed at owners expense. Parking in this area seriously jeopardizes the emergency access route and busing plan. From the Deerhurst Airstrip, buses will be available to get to and from Deerhurst. Towing Information (For parking related issues) Edwards Towing & Recovery 789-6384 Baseline Towing 788-2824 Northern Import Towing 789-7114 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 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 close 10 hours, 30 minutes after the official start. Intermediate cut-offs are at the following: •Baysville Bike Aid Station 1st Loop - approximately 70 km - 12:30 p.m. •Start of 2nd Loop (North Portage/South Portage Intersection) – approximately 95km - 1:45 p.m. •Baysville Bike Aid Station 2nd Loop approximately 148 km – 4 p.m. The bike course will close at 5:30 p.m. Athletes arriving at the bike dismount line after 5:30 p.m. will not be permitted to continue and will receive a DNF. Run Cut-Off The run course will close 17 hours after the official start. Intermediate cut-offs are at the following: •Start of second Loop – 9 p.m. (21 km or half way) •Last turn around on run course on Brunel Rd – approximately 32 km 10:30 p.m. All athletes must complete the entire run course by 12 midnight. Athletes arriving at the cut-offs after the above 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. 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. 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. Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN 9 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. Aid Stations Aid stations are approximately every 20 km on the bike and approximately a km apart on the run. The general offerings are as follows: Bike: Gatorade (Flavor: Orange) Water Bananas Honey Stinger Waffles Honey Stinger Gels • 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. • 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. Run: Gatorade (Flavor: Lemon-Lime) Water Pepsi Chicken Broth (after dark) Honey Stinger Gels Pretzels Fruit pre and Post - Race Massage Therapy Every athlete wants to be in tip top shape for race day. Long days of travel in cramped planes and cars can leave your muscles in need of a massage to get you race ready. Located at Deerhurst Resort, our Ironman Muskoka medical team has put together a team of eager massage and manual therapists who will work out those kinks. PRICES: •Sports Massage (30 minute): $55 •Active Release Therapy (30 minute): $65 •Online Booking: Booking will be done online (http:// trimuskoka.com/ironman-muskoka/ironman-muskoka- ironweek-events/) beginning August 5th •For health care information outside of Deerhurst Resort including local information about our hospital, walk in clinic, Sports Medicine clinic, and other Allied Health Professionals (Physiotherapists, Massage Therapists, and Chiropractors), please visit our Health Services page. (http://trimuskoka.com/relax/healthservices/ ) Pre and post-race massage therapy will be available during race week by Deerhurst Resort. Deerhurst Resort will be offering at 15% discount to any service for the athletes throughout race week. Athletes wishing to take advantage of this discount must have their wristband attached. Additional information provided at: www.deerhurstresort.com/spa or 1-800-461-4393, option 3 or (705) 789-6411, ext. 4653 Complimentary Post-Race Massage will be available on site for all athletes. Location will be near the transition area. NO CHIP = NO TIME Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN 10 race day spectator Information Spectator Information Enjoying the Subaru IRONMAN Muskoka as a spectator is quite easy. With very accessible locations to watch athletes on the bike course, and a shuttlebus schedule that will take you right along the run course, spectators can follow the athletes as their journey takes them through Huntsville and Lake of Bays. General Information It is always great to see the athletes on the course, but please put their safety first and foremost. Traveling in a car along the bike or run courses to find the athlete(s) you are watching is not recommended. This poses a danger to yourself, the athletes, and the other regular motorists on the road. Consider taking the shuttlebus downtown on the run course, or rent a bike so you can bike to various parts of the bike and run course as the courses are very accessible. Please visit the TriMuskoka’s Spectator Information Page to get more information, tips, and maps about where to find the best vantage points along the race course. Here are a couple of quick tips to start you off. Spectator Registration As the athletes Check-In for the race, spectators can register at a special table that will be clearly marked, and receive a wristband. This wristband will allow spectators to receive special discounts at several of our local businesses on race day. At this registration, there will be lots of information and maps about participating in this race as a spectator. Spectator Viewing information Swim Course: As athletes head out towards the rising sun, spectators can line the shores of Deerhurst Resorts waterfront area. After the swim start, spectators should head over to the swim exit where they can watch athletes exit onto the 18th green of Deerhursts Lakeside Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN Swim Exit: The climb from the swim exit to transition is a formidable one; spectators can form a tunnel of support to encourage athletes as they head to T1 Bike Course: After the athletes head away from Deerhurst, spectators can make their way to Dwight by heading east along Highway 60. A 15 minute drive will take them to the 15km mark on the bike course, where a straight away at the Dwight Beach can give spectators great views of the athletes. After Dwight, spectators can head west on Highway 60, making their way via Highway 11S to get to Baysville where they can cheer on athletes as they pass through the second bottle exchange in this quintessential village in Muskoka. Run Course: The 21 km out and back route is very accessible for spectators to see the athletes at various points on the run course. Spectator getting around info Downtown Shuttlebus: There will be a shuttle service running from Deerhurst to the downtown core all day, so that spectators can participate in the celebrations, grab a bite to eat and to explore in historic downtown Huntsville. The shuttle will be running every 15 minutes, and takes 15 minutes to get from downtown to Deerhurst, so you won’t miss the athletes at the finish line. Bike Rentals: Bikes can be rented on site at Deerhurst or can be rented from Algonquin Outfitters in downtown Huntsville if you would like to get around that way. Downtown Huntsville The historic downtown of Huntsville has been an iconic backdrop for triathlon for the last 25 years. Running on the main street with music pumping, kids activities going on, and a tunnel of thunderous cheers, downtown is the place to be. Please visit TriMuskoka.com for more great information! 11 post race Information Bicycle & Gear Recovery Mandatory Bike and Gear Check-Out is from 6 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. 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! When your race is over and you are ready to head back home please remember to pick up your gear. If you want your family or friends to retrieve it for you they will need to have a bike check out ticket in their possession to do so. This will be given to you at registration. You will have until midnight on Sunday to pick up your belongings. If you are not staying at Deerhurst and came to the event by yourself, a little planning in advance will go a long way. Bikes are not allowed on the buses back to the airstrip ,however, you will be able to take your gear bags (retrieve from Change Room Area) with you on the bus. You can then go back to your car at the airstrip and drive back into Deerhurst via hidden Valley and follow the signage for bike pick up (located just outside transition zone). There will be a temporary parking spot for a quick BIKE pick up only. This is why we advise you to already have your bags before doing this step. Please do not stop and talk at this point as it will bottleneck the pick up process. If you have family and friends with you they can meet you here and pick you up along with your bike and gear bags for a very quick turnover. Bike pick up will be available immediately after the first athlete crosses the finish line. Approximately 3 p.m. When arriving to pick up your bike; enter the resort area from Hidden Valley. Maps will be available on site for you to view. • Left on Pen Lake Road and follow along backside of Deerhurst. • Follow signs for Bike Check Out. • The process works in a loop and will flow back out the way you came in through Hidden Valley. 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 Any unclaimed items will be making the return home with the event promotors to IRONMAN Canada. Please contact us at [email protected] and provide us with a detailed message of what you lost and how you can be contacted. We strongly advise that you label your personal belongings. *All unclaimed items will be donated within 30 days. Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN 12 Swim Course SUMMARY SWIM 3.8 KM 3.8 KM Swimmers start their IRONMAN journey swimming 3.8 kilometers (2.4 miles) in the clear, clean, crisp waters of Pennisula Lake. The swim course is a single loop that starts on the beach of Deerhurst Resort and finishes on the eighteenth green of the resort’s golf course. Athletes will be ready to start the next leg of their journey when they exit the water and hear the hundreds of spectators cheering as athletes have their wet suit stripped off of them…an experience only an IRONMAN triathlete can appreciate 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 3.8 kilometers (2.4 miles) 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. Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN 13 Swim Course SUMMARY continued SWIM 3.8 KM 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. Athletes who choose to wear a snorkel must submit a request to the event’s Head Referee prior to competition, or risk disqualification. Any athlete that is approved to use a snorkel will not be eligible for Age Group Awards, including IRONMAN World Championship slots or Rolldown 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. 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. 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. Please note: Your TRANSITION CHANGE TENT for swim to bike and bike to run are located inside Deerhurst Resort in Legacy Hall. The Hall will be transformed into the change tent by Saturday morning. You will check your bike and run gear bag in here on Saturday. Change tent will be divided into sections for men and women. Each athlete will be assigned a chair with their race number attached to it. Please find the chair assigned to you and place your bike bag on the seat of the chair and your run bag under the chair. Please keep these bags done up until race or you risk losing articles. When you transition from swim to bike please place your wetsuit inside your empty bike bag for security reasons and easy post-race retrieval. 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. Wetsuits will be prohibited in water temperatures greater than 28.8 degrees C/ 83.8 degrees F. Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN 14 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. Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN 15 Bike Course SUMMARY BIKE 180 KM The winding 180 kilometer bike course will challenge and inspire IRONMAN athletes. The clear water of Lake of Bays, a vast expanse of hardwood trees, colourful outcroppings of granite are all sights athletes will see as they make their way through the bike course. In addition, the course takes athletes through three small and charming Muskoka communities: Dwight, Dorset and Baysville. Here bikers will get the opportunity to bottle exchange, and also listen to the encouraging cheers from the masses of spectators. It’s this that will inspire athletes to complete the bike course and make their way to the next leg of their IRONMAN journey. 180KM SN 9KM To Finish 97 KM 110KM 2nd LOOP 20 KM 40 KM 170KM 90KM • 180 KM (112M) • Two-Loop 120KM Seabreeze Rd. This two-loop course circles Lake of Bays and 50KM 60KM • Athletes will exit Deerhurst Resort and turn left on Deerhurst Dr. • Left on Canal Rd. • Left onto North Portage Rd. • Left on Route 9 • Right on Dwight Beach Rd. • Merge onto Hwy. 35 • Right onto Seabreeze Rd. follow to turnaround • Right back onto Hwy. 35 • Right onto Main St. in Dorset travelling through town • Right onto Hwy 117 • Right on Brunel Rd./Route 2 in Baysville • Turn right onto South Portage/Route 9 • Begin 2nd loop passing by North Portage • Repeat Course• Left onto North Portage Rd. until turning right onto Canal Rd. • Right on Deerhurst Rd. back to the transition 1ST LOOP MARKERS 130KM 160KM 140KM 80KM 70 KM 150KM 2ND LOOP MARKERS BIKE PROFILE 394 METERS Elevation Gain: 2252 m • Starting Elevation: 310 m • Finishing Elevation: 310 m 368 341 315 289 KM 0 16.9 33.7 Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN 50.6 67.4 84.3 101.1 118 134.8 151.7 168.5 16 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. Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN BIKE 180 KM 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. 17 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 Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN 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 5:30 p.m. will be disqualified and will not be permitted to continue in the event. Note: Bike aid stations are located approximately every 20 km. 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. 18 BIKE Tech Services OFFICIAL BIKE STORE D’Ornellas www.dornellas.com D’Ornellas is the Official Bike Store of Subaru IRONMAN Muskoka. D’Ornellas Bike Shop is please to be the Official Bike Shop for Subaru IRONMAN Muskoka. Our passionate and qualified bike experts will be readily available to get your bike race ready. Our support doesn’t end there! We will also be in transition and on course to provide you with any emergency repairs and to get you back on the road fast so your race is trouble free. Come by the IRONMAN Village location (inside of Deerhurst) for the BEST DEALS on apparel, nutrition, accessories and whatever you may need to make your experience successful. Welcome to Huntsville and please feel free to let our team assist you in any way we can! SPECIAL PRE-RACE DAY TUNE-UP FOR $69.95 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 FROM $40 SERVICE INCLUDES: • Lube and adjust drive train • Inspect and adjust front and rear brakes • Inspect tires and tire pressure RENTALS • Wetsuit Rentals: From $50 Fly In Services • Unpack and Assemble bike at Race Site $100 • Disassemble and Pack bike at Race site $100 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. Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN 19 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: 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 • 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. Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN 20 RUN COURSE SUMMARY RUN 42 KM RUN COURSE 42.2 KM (26.2) • 2-Loop The 26.2-mile run will take you from Deerhurst Resort through Muskoka County, along lakeshores and rivers, past pink granite rock and cascading waterfalls. 2nd LOOP 1 KM 2nd Loop Markers 1 12 60 . St m ia ill W g 7KM 9 14KM 19KM 10 Go ld e nt n P h e asa Dr. Ca 1KM 20KM nal R d. 2KM Cookson Bay Crescent Szawlowski Dr. Rogers Cove Dr. 9KM Cliff Ave. st We Str in Ma St. 13KM N. . ss St Prince Me ow ad Camp Kitchen Rd. 12KM Br el un FAIRY LAKE Lookout Rd. 7 Park Dr. 11KM . Rd 6 Park Dr. 8KM r. eD Lak 8 Hanes St. eet 10KM 5 La ke D r. Ki n 16KM 6KM 15KM 4 2 . l Rd 60 17KM 11 T DEERHURST RESORT a Can 5KM 4KM 3KM 18KM 3 e erhurst Dr . KM 1st Loop Markers AID STATIONS D T TRANSITION AREA es b For r. lD The 26.2 mile (42 kilometer) run is just as beautiful and picturesque as the first two legs of this IRONMAN course. Athletes will depart from Deerhurst Resort and follow along the north shore of scenic Fairy Lake towards the town of Huntsville. The middle section of the course will take athletes through welcoming residential areas then across Huntsville’s famous swing bridge. Once athletes have passed over the bridge, they will make their way through the historic downtown core of Huntsville. Once here, athletes will get a feel for the warmth and welcome that this community offers. Athletes then retrace their steps back toward Deerhurst Resort for the completion of their run course and their IRONMAN journey. Hil TURN BY TURN DIRECTIONS • Left on Lake Drive • Left on Meadow Park Drive • Left on Cliff Avenue • Right on Morris Avenue • Right on Hanes Street • Left on Main Street • Left on West Street • Left on Princess Street • Right on Brunel Road • Turn-around just before Forbes Hill Road • Then return back to Deerhurst Resort following the same route without the Lake Drive turn-around • Begin 2nd Loop to turn-around and return back to Deerhurst Resort • Exit Deerhurst Resort • Left on Deerhurst Drive to Canal Road • Left on Cookson Bay Crescent • Left back onto Canal Road • Left onto Highway 60, through merge lane into south lane of Highway 60 • Left on Szawlowski Drive • Right on Coveside Drive • Over the pedestrian bridge onto Rogers Cove Drive • Left on King William Street/Main Street • Left on Scott Street • Left on Meadow Park Drive • Right on Lake Drive • Turn-around just before Scotts Point Road RUN PROFILE 313 METERS Elevation Gain: 608 m • Starting Elevation: 306 m • Finishing Elevation: 287 m 306 298 291 284 KM 0 3.9 7.9 Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN 11.8 15.8 19.7 23.6 27.6 31.5 35.4 39.4 21 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 Triathlon Ontario has sanctioned the 2015 Subaru IRONMAN Muskoka. For a complete set of competitive rules, please visit ironman.com and view the IRONMAN Competition rules. Under our sanctioning agreement with Triathlon Ontario, athletes should be aware of the serious consequences of violating 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 Triathlon Ontario 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 Triathlon Ontario 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. 22 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 Tri Ontario, 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. Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN 23 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.). Handcycles are not permitted on the 2015 Subaru IRONMAN Muskoka course for safety reasons. Running conduct and specifications are consistent with Triathlon Ontario rand IRONMAN ules. 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 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. 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. 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 Tri Ontario. Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN 24 medical policy All medical expenses incurred are the sole responsibility of the athlete and not IRONMAN. Triathlon Ontario 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 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 WEC Anti-Doping. 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. PLEASE NOTE: Report any important medical information on the back of your race bib. Space is provided for you to do so. If you spend three months prior to the event in a climate cooler than Muskoka we suggest you consider an acclimation period before the race. The chance of dehydration and electrolyte imbalance can be reducedsignificantly by a proper period of acclimation. 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. Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN 25 Qualifying For The 2016 IRONMAN World Championship PLEASE NOTE THE SLOT ALLOCATION/ROLLDOWN POLICY 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 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. There will be 50 qualifying Age Group slots to the 2016 IRONMAN World Championship (October 8, 2016) on offer at the 2015 Subaru IRONMAN Muskoka. 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. ANTI-DOPING POLICY 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. SLOT ALLOCATION/ROLLDOWN POLICY In accordance with the World Triathlon Corporation Anti-Doping Policy, all athletes accepting qualifying slots for the 2016 IRONMAN World Championship and 2016 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 Athletes MUST claim their slot in-person during the IRONMAN World Championship Allocation and Rolldown Ceremony on Monday, August 31 begining at 9:30 a.m. with he 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. 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 Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN 26 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, Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN 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. 27 WWW.IRONMANSTORE.COM 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: * Priority access to athlete registration * All World Athlete logo on bibs * All World Athlete swim caps MESSAGE from About the Event: Calling all kids from 3 years to 14 years! Run for the finish line just like the pros (and even your IRONMom and IRONDad)! This fun run circles around River Mill Park in scenic downtown Huntsville on the bank of the Muskoka River. The event is held in conjunction with the opening ceremonies for Ironman Muskoka. Each participant will receive a T-Shirt and finishers medal Location: The Fun Run will start and finish downtown in River Mill Park. When: Friday, August 28 at 5 p.m. Age Groups: Athletes between the ages of 3 and 14 are invited to participate in this great event! Course and Distance: 500 m Toddler Fun Run and 1 Km Kids Fun run Cost: $20 CDN 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) 868-5940 ext. 5986 Registration: To register, pleae visit https://raceroster.com/events/2015/5487/ ironman-muskoka-ironkids-run Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN 28 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. TRiCLUB PROGRAM 2015 IRONMAN TriClub Canada Challenge Be a part of a new Cross-Canada TriClub Challenge! To be eligible for the competition your TriClub must compete in at least 4 events, in any available distance, and have at least 10 members participating at each one of those events. When your club races with us, your athletes earn points that go towards the Cross-Canada TriClub Challenge. The top point-getting clubs at the end of the year become champions! Championship Awards Western Regional TriClub Champion: First Place Trophy for each of five divisions (Division I, II, III, IV, and V) including Digital Award Badges Eastern Regional TriClub Champion: First Place Trophy for each of five divisions (Division I, II, III, IV, and V) including Digital Award Badges Overall TriClub Canada Champion: Trophy, Digital Award Badge and TriClub Village Kit to include a pop-up tent, banner and tear-drop flag branded with your TriClub logo Be a part of this exciting Cross-Canada TriClub Championship. Compete to earn the title of 2015 Canadian TriClub Champion! how it works Clubs are divided into club divisions based on the size of the club. This makes it fun for TriClubs to compete against other TriClubs in their division. For races in North America, clubs compete against each other at IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 events. Athletes who are registered with a club earn points based on IRONMAN’s Age Group Ranking system. These points are added together and are used to determine the Division Champion at the event. For the Cross-Canada overall competition any clubs that meet the qualifying criteria will be automatically entered into the championship point calculation. Any points earned at any races, including those earned outside of the Canadian series will count towards determining the top pointgetting clubs. Points will be frozen on December 31, 2015 and the winners of the competition will be announced in early January 2016. Divisions Division I - Clubs with greater than 300 active members and National Coaching programs Division II - Clubs with 176-299 active members Division III - Clubs with 76-175 active members Division IV - Clubs with 26-75 active members Division V - Clubs under 25 active members Wondering how to get your TriClub involved? Visit IRONMAN.com today and register your TriClub. For questions or more information please contact [email protected]. Canadian Triclub Challenge Races Western Canada Subaru Shawnigan Lake Triathlon Subaru IRONMAN 70.3 Victoria presented by Saunders Subaru Subaru Saskatoon Triathlon Subaru Vancouver Triathlon presented by BlueShore Financial Subaru IRONMAN Canada Subaru Banff Triathlon Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN May 24 June 14 June 28 July 5 July 26 Sept 12 Eastern Canada Subaru Series Milton Subaru Series Guelph One 5i50 Triathlon Mont-Tremblant Subaru IRONMAN 70.3 Mont-Tremblant Subaru IRONMAN 70.3 Muskoka Subaru Series Niagara Subaru IRONMAN Mont-Tremblant Subaru Series Orillia Subaru IRONMAN Muskoka Subaru Series Guelph Lake 2 July 7 June 20/21 June 20 June 21 July 5 July 19 Aug 16 Aug 16 Aug 30 Sept 5 30 IRONMAN TRICLUBs racing ironman Muskoka Ann Arbor Triathlon Club Annapolis Tri Club B Athletic Multisport Boca Raton Triathletes Boston Triathlon Team Chicago Asian Running and Endurance Clapham Chasers Cyclefit Sports Club D3 Multisport DuTri St Cloud Dynamo Multisport Eleonore Rocks Triathlon Team Endurance Nation FCA Endurance HammerHead Triathlon Club Ionraic Triathlon Club IronCanucks Kincardine Triathlon Club Mettle Multisport Michelob Ultra - Big Shark Triathlon Motor City Endurance Moxie Multisport powered by Wattie Ink Multisport Madness Newcastle Triathlon Club NRGPT ONE Multisport Ottawa Triathlon Club OutRival Racing PERUTRIATHLETES Ridgefield Bicycle Sport Club Saint Louis Triathlon Club Saugeen Tri Club Silicon Valley Triathlon Club Snakebite Racing Snapple Tri Club South Florida Triathletes (Team Hammerheads) Stouffville Tri Club Swim Bike Run St. Louis Team Carolina Multisport Team Red White & Blue Team Vo2Multisport Team Zoot Tornado Triathlon Club Milton TRI-LOCO (Indiana) Tri-Shark Triathlon Club TriSuccess TriVault Vulcan Triathletes West Suburban Multi-Sport Club Windsor Triathlon Club Ajax Pickering Triathlon Club www.ajaxpickeringtriclub.com Ajax, ON C3 Canadian Cross Training Club www.c3online.ca Inglewood, ON Asphalt Green Triathlon Club Cambridge Multisport Club (Ontario) BartCoaching Cleveland Tri Club Buffalo Triathlon Club Discomfort Zone Multisport www.agtri.com New York, NY www.bartcoaching.com Montreal, QC www.buffalotriathlonclub.com East Amherst, NY www.cambridgemultisport.ca Cambridge, ON www.clevetriclub.com Bay Village, OH www.discomfortzone.com Guelph, ON IRONMAN TRICLUBs racing ironman Muskoka cont’d Durham Region Triathlon Club Midcoast Triathlon Club Triathlon Club of Burlington Fletchers Meadow Cross Trainers Team Toledo Triathlon Club Triathlon Muskoka Inc Human Motor Works Racing Thornhill Multisport Triathlon Stars Infinite Multisport Triathlon Club Toronto Triathlon Club www.thedrtc.ca Oshaw, ON www.fmct.ca Brampton, ON www.hmwracing.com Fort Wayne, IN www.infinitemultisport.com Sterling Heights, MI www.midcoasttriathlonclub.com Brunswick, ME www.teamtoledo.com Sylvania, OH www.thornhillmultisport.com Toronto, ON www.torontotriathlonclub.org Toronto, ON www.triburlington.ca Burlington, ON www.trimuskoka.com Huntsville, ON www. triathlonstars.com Richmond Hill, ON Zone3sports www.zone3sports.com Ottawa, ON tough toonie Challenge WHAT IS THE TOUGH TOONIE CHALLENGE? Athletes seek challenges all over the world. Disney has three and four race challenges (the “Goofy” and the “Dopey”), and marathoners try to tackle Boston and Big Sur one week apart. Now triathletes can join in the fun, calling themselves some of the toughest IRONMAN athletes in the world. There are over 300 athletes attempting to finish the 2015 Subaru IRONMAN 70.3 Muskoka (July 5, 2015) and the 2015 Subaru IRONMAN Muskoka (August 30, 2015) to finish the Tough Toonie Challenge! WHAT ARE THE PERKS? Athletes who conquer the Canadian Tough Toonie enjoy the following perks: •Two medals on race day: The IRONMAN MUSKOKA medal and the TOUGH TOONIE medal N E W •Two shirts: The IRONMAN finisher shirt and a custom, limitededition TOUGH TOONIE T-SHIRT for the toughest of the tough. FOR THE PERFORMANCE FOCUSED CONTAINS COCONUT WATER