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2021 ATHLETE
INFORMATION GUIDE
SPRINT DISTANCE
DRAFT-LEGAL
https://mooloolabatri.com.au/
mooloolabatri@ironman.com
V1 uploaded 16 February 2021 Ph: 1300 761 384
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CONTENTS PAGE
Section Page Section Page
COVID Safe – Return to Racing 3 Race Day Post Race 25
Race Director Message 5 Results
Lost & Found Property
Race Rules 6
Swim Course 27-28
Sprint Draft-Legal Rules 7
Bike Course 29
Welcome Message 9
Run Course 31
Event Schedule 11-12
Presentations 32
Athlete Check List 14
Additional Information 33
Race Kit 15
Volunteers
Pre Race Information 16-17
Official Event App
Venue Spectators
Athlete Check-In Get Social
Timing Chip
Event Partners 35
Bike Mechanics
Race Director Update
Pre Race Training
Parking
Changed Traffic Conditions
Shuttle Bus
Gear Bag Drop / Collection 18
Gear Bag
Transition Pre Race 19
Bike Racking
Transition Race Day 20
Helmet Check
Gear Set Up
Bike Pumps
Transition Race Day 20
Bike Collection
Aid Stations 22
Race Day Information 24-25
Cut Off Times
Contingency Plan
Race Day Services
Finish Line Photo
Recovery Process & Area
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COVID SAFE - RETURN TO RACING
In an effort to make racing at Mooloolaba Triathlon ONCE I ARRIVE (PRE RACE)
as safe and risk free as possible, whilst still delivering
an exceptional race day experience has meant we ❑ Athlete QR Codes will be provided 1 week prior
have made some changes to our event day to event and scanned at multiple points
operations as per our COVID Safe Event Plan. throughout Check-In.
❑ Athletes may be required to undergo
Below is a summary of the key measures we are
a basic health screening at the start of Athlete
implementing this year. However, please thoroughly
Check-in. For further information on screening
read the entire AIG.
click here
OVERALL TRANSITION
❑ If you or a close contact have COVID-19 symptoms
❑ Increased Transition space available for athletes
( click here for list of symptoms) from 28 January
between bikes, rows and entry / exits
up to and including race day 13-14 March, please
do not attend the event. Contact us at ❑ If safe to do so, mid race progressive bike check-
mooloolabatri@ironman.com or 1300 761 384 by out is available to athletes
3:00pm Sunday 14 March to discuss your event SWIM
entry options. Requests received after this time
will not be considered. ❑ Swim Starts are athlete only areas
❑ Hand washing or sanitising stations are available AID STATIONS
at event points of entry
❑ Athletes are encouraged to be self-reliant on
❑ Physical distancing is everybody’s responsibility. course, carrying their own hydration and nutrition
1.5m marked spacing and signage will be installed during competition. Aid stations are available for
in support additional support and re-supply
❑ Massage services will no longer be available at the ❑ Hydration will be provided in single serve
event takeaway cups at all other stations
PRE EVENT ❑ Nutrition will be provided in single serve or
original packaging takeaway options.
❑ All individuals are asked to please download and
turn on the Commonwealth Government COVID- FINISH LINE/RECOVERY
19 app prior to attending the event
❑ Athletes are asked to engage in contactless finish
❑ Individuals are discouraged from car-pooling with line celebrations
anyone from outside of their immediate
❑ Hydration and nutrition products will be provided
household
in single serve or original packaging takeaway
❑ Check-In and bike racking will be by appointment options and spaced on tables for
only. Athletes will receive an email three weeks contactless collection by athletes.
from race day with a link to book these times.
❑ Athletes will be asked to remove their own timing
Athletes are asked to please arrive within their
chip prior to exiting recovery.
appointment times
❑ Athletes are asked to leave the event site as soon
❑ Athletes will be asked to review and update
as possible to reduce density in this area
medical and emergency contact details prior to
arrival onsite. Athletes will receive an email three PRESENTATIONS
weeks from race day with instructions.
❑ Athlete Awards will be collected from the Mantra
Mooloolaba. Athletes will receive a text message
when awards are available for collection.
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RACE DIRECTOR MESSAGE
Hello and welcome to the 2021 Mooloolaba brand new to Mooloolaba Triathlon!
Triathlon. 2020 has certainly been a year like no
Whether this is your first-time racing Mooloolaba
other and we’re really pleased that we’re in a
Triathlon, or you are a seasoned Athlete, I hope
position to be able to welcome you to the Sunshine
you have a tremendous race and an enjoyable time
Coast for this event.
on the Sunshine Coast. The Sunshine Coast
Mooloolaba Triathlon will operate under a community is ready and waiting to support you
Queensland Health approved COVID Safe Event during your Mooloolaba Triathlon journey. The
Plan, which has been developed in consultation towns and regions surrounding Mooloolaba are
with stakeholders including several Queensland amongst the most welcoming areas on the
Government departments, Sunshine Coast Council, Sunshine Coast, and I encourage you to take time
Triathlon Australia and Triathlon Queensland, along to explore all that they have to offer.
with event contractors and suppliers.
Finally, I wish you the best of luck and hope that
The approved COVID Safe Event Plan has been you enjoy your time here on the
developed to manage the risks associated with the Sunshine Coast. We’re excited to welcome you into
transmission of the virus. Central to the event’s our family, and I look forward to seeing you
COVID Safe Event Plan is IRONMAN COVID Safe cross the finish line.
Principles, which focus on tracing, education,
All the Best.
enhanced hygiene, density reduction, touchpoint
minimisation, Athlete self-reliance and screening.
This world class event encompasses everything the
beautiful Sunshine Coast has to offer. A huge
thanks to the Sunshine Coast Regional Council, Visit
Sunshine Coast and Tourism and Events
Queensland for their tremendous support. A big
thanks also goes out to the local Sunshine Coast
community and volunteers who play a huge part in
ensuring that this event is a great success year Toby Keegan
after year. Race Director
We are looking forward to delivering
another fantastic event in 2021 as we welcome you
to the stunning beachfront town of
Mooloolaba. Key course features are still in place,
which will take you on a challenging and scenic
journey through the Sunshine Coast.
The Swim Course will again take place
within pristine waters of Mooloolaba Beach.
Once you’ve conquered the Swim, the Bike
Course brings you out along the Sunshine
Motorway before heading back into Mooloolaba.
The Run Course will stretch from Mooloolaba over
to Alexandra Headland giving Athletes one of most
picturesque run courses in Australia.
We are set and ready for another fantastic race on
the Sunshine Coast and are looking forward to
seeing you throughout the weekend.
Please ensure that you read this
Athlete Information Guide thoroughly as there is a
few changes to the event as well as tune in to
the Race Director Virtual Briefing which is
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RACE RULES
The event is sanctioned by Triathlon Australia RUN
All Athletes should read and understand the race
Section 4
rules and penalties prior to race day. Below highlights
some of the race rules. 4.1 A competitor may not crawl.
Triathlon Australia Race Competition Rules 2020/2021 4.2 A competitor may not run with a bare torso or
without shoes on any part of the run course of an
GENERAL event.
Section1 4.4 A competitor cannot be accompanied by any non-
1.1 Competitors must competing athletes, team members, team managers
or other pacemakers on the course or alongside the
j. not use any equipment that will distract the athlete
course. A competitor cannot be accompanied by any
from paying full attention to their surroundings:
non-competing person in the finish chute (unless an
Athletes may not use communication devices of any
exception has been issued by the use of a special rule
type, including but not limited to mobile phones,
approved by the sanctioning officer or Technical
smart watches, headphones and two-way radios, in
Delegate).
any distractive manner during the competition.
m. not discard any equipment on the course, except
at the approved dedicated locations; PROTESTS
Section 7
SWIM A competitor may file a protest with the Race
Referee provided that the matter under
Section 2
consideration has not previously been ruled upon by
2.1 When wetsuits are allowed, they must comply the Race Referee. A protest cannot be made on any
with the definition in Appendix A matter involving a judgment call by a Technical
2.7 Competitors must not use: Official. Matters relating to the lodging and
a. artificial propulsion devices; consideration of protests are explained in Appendix G
– Protest Procedures.
b. flotation devices;
c. swimwear that covers the hands or feet, except COMPETITION AGE
socks may be used when wetsuits are mandatory
Appendix C
2.8 Swimskins may be worn and need to meet the
same requirements as a race suit. Please see Age determination for all categories is determined by
definition of a Race Suit in Appendix A. age on December 31st during the season of the
triathlon competition.
For the 2021 Mooloolaba Triathlon age is as of 31
BIKE December 2020
Section 3
3.1 A competitor is not permitted to cycle without
appropriate footwear or with a bare torso.
3.2 A competitor is not permitted to make any
forward progress without the bicycle and all of its
component parts.
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SPRINT DRAFT-LEGAL RULES
The AUSTRALIAN RACE COMPETION RULES will apply For your information as per the ITU Draft Legal rules
for the Mooloolaba Triathlon SPRINT DISTANCE – the following penalties will apply:
Draft Legal:
"Discard equipment" or littering.
TA Race Competition Rules (July 2020) the following
Penalty: 10 seconds in Penalty Box
Rule advises:
Transition Infringements. Rack the bike improperly,
Rule 3.15: In all draft legal events for Age Group
unfastened helmet, or mount/dismount line.
competitors, the ITU Competition rules * apply
including, but not limited to: Penalty: 10 seconds in the Penalty Box.
a) Wheels having at least 12 spokes; Bike Course Infringement. Fail to ride on LHS when
not in a pack.
b) Disc wheels not being permitted in draft legal
events. Penalty: 10 seconds in Penalty Box
c) Only traditional drop handlebars are permitted. Bike Course Infringement. Drafting within 10m off a
different wave competitor or M/C.
d) The handlebars being plugged.
Penalty: 1st offence is 1 minute in Penalty Box, 2nd
e) Clip-ons bars are not permitted.
offence is DQ.
ITU Competition Rules can be downloaded from
(triathlon.org) UCI Approved equipment can be
downloaded from UCI Approved Equipment List
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WELCOME MESSAGE
MAYORAL WELCOME
MOOLOOLABA TRIATHLON 2021
Sunshine Coast Council is pleased to support
the 2021 Mooloolaba Triathlon and extends a
warm welcome to participants and supporters.
Our Sunshine Coast is widely recognised as the
natural home of triathlon – and our Council’s
long standing, extensive support for well over a
decade for this event is testament to the value
we place on providing this opportunity in our
region.
I know that as well as enjoying the
competition, you’ll love looking around the
Sunshine Coast and taking in our world-class
beaches, our beautiful hinterland and the wide
array of attractions on offer.
Our Sunshine Coast also has plenty to offer
when it comes to local produce, craft beer, fine
cuisine and seafood to tempt your tastebuds
after your efforts.
To all competitors, I wish you the best of luck in
whichever events you have chosen to test your
skills during this year’s program.
With best regards
MAYOR MARK JAMIESON
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EVENT SCHEDULE
Event Schedule is up to date as at 15/2/2021and is subject to change.
View the Event Schedule online and on the Mooloolaba Triathlon App for the most
up todate Information.
FRIDAY 12 MARCH 2021
Time Event Location
12:00pm- Multi Storey Carpark, The Wharf,
Event Information Open
7:00pm River Esplanade
12:00pm- Multi Storey Carpark, The Wharf,
Mooloolaba Sport & Lifestyle Expo Open
7:00pm River Esplanade
12:00pm- Multi Storey Carpark, The Wharf,
Merchandise Store Open
7:00pm River Esplanade
12:00pm- Mooloolaba Triathlon Check In- Standard and Sprint Distance Multi Storey Carpark, The Wharf,
7:00pm Athletes – (MUST BE PRE BOOKED) River Esplanade
1:00pm- Mooloolaba Triathlon Bike Racking – Sprint Non-Drafting (MUST BE
Parkyn Parade Park, Parkyn Parade
7:30pm PRE BOOKED)
SATURDAY 13 MARCH 2021
Time Event Location
4:30am- Lady Musgrave Drive, Mountain
Event Shuttle Service
5:30pm Creek to River Esplanade
5:30am - Parkyn Parade Park, Parkyn
Transition Help Desk Open
7:00am Parade
5:30am - Parkyn Parade Park, Parkyn
Sprint Non-Drafting - Transition Open
6:45am Parade
5:30am - Mooloolaba Triathlon Bike Racking – Sprint Non-Drafting (MUST BE Parkyn Parade Park, Parkyn
6:30am PRE BOOKED - LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE – MUST CHECK-IN FRIDAY) Parade
5:30am - Parkyn Parade Park, Parkyn
Gear Drop Open - Sprint Non-Drafting
10:30am Parade
6:15am -
Event Information Open Beach Terrace
11:00am
6:45am Mooloolaba Triathlon Sprint Non-Drafting - RACE START Main Beach, Mooloolaba
9:30am - Parkyn Parade Park, Parkyn
Transition Open for Bike Check Out - Sprint Non-Drafting
10:30am Parade
9:00am- Multi Storey Carpark, The Wharf,
Mooloolaba Sport and Lifestyle Expo Open
5:00pm River Esplanade
9:00am- Multi Storey Carpark, The Wharf,
Merchandise Store Open
5:00pm River Esplanade
9:00am- Multi Storey Carpark, The Wharf,
Event Information Open
5:00pm River Esplanade
9:00am- Mooloolaba Triathlon Check In - Standard and Sprint Draft-Legal Multi Storey Carpark, The Wharf,
5:00pm Athletes - (MUST BE PRE BOOKED) River Esplanade
10:00am- Pacific Room, Mantra Mooloolaba,
Award Collection - please wait until notified to collect
12:00pm Venning Street
Mooloolaba Triathlon Bike Racking – Standard and Sprint Draft-
11:00am- Parkyn Parade Park, Parkyn
Legal Athletes (MUST BE PRE BOOKED - ALL BIKES MUST BE RACKED
5:30pm Parade
TODAY)
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Event Schedule continued over pageEVENT SCHEDULE
Event Schedule is up to date as at 15/2/2021and is subject to change.
View the Event Schedule online and on the Mooloolaba Triathlon App for the most
up todate Information.
SUNDAY 14 MARCH 2021
Time Event Location
4:30am- Lady Musgrave Drive, Mountain
Event Shuttle Service
5:30pm Creek to River Esplanade
5:00am-
Transition Help Desk Open Parkyn Parade Park, Parkyn Parade
11:15am
5:00am-
Gear Drop Open Parkyn Parade Park, Parkyn Parade
2:00pm
5:00am-
Individual Transition Open Parkyn Parade Park, Parkyn Parade
6:15am
5:00am-
Teams Transition Open Parkyn Parade Park, Parkyn Parade
11:15am
6:15am Mooloolaba Triathlon Sprint Draft-Legal - RACE START Main Beach, Mooloolaba
6:30am-
Event Information Open Beach Terrace, Mooloolaba
2:00pm
6:35am Australian Elite Standard Championship - RACE START Main Beach, Mooloolaba
6:45am Mooloolaba Triathlon - Individual RACE START Main Beach, Mooloolaba
8:30am -
Transition Open for Bike Check Out - Sprint Draft-Legal Parkyn Parade Park, Parkyn Parade
10:00am
8:40am Mooloolaba Triathlon Teams RACE START Main Beach, Mooloolaba
11:20am-
Transition Open for Bike Check Out - Standard Distance Parkyn Parade Park, Parkyn Parade
2:00pm
11:00am- Pacific Room, Mantra Mooloolaba,
Award Collection - please wait until notified to collect
3:00pm Venning Street
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ATHLETE CHECK LIST
PRE EVENT RACE DAY
❑ Book/confirm accommodation & flights (if ❑ Ensure you have all items for your race including,
applicable) helmet, timing chip & wetsuit/trisuit
❑ Ensure event registration is confirmed (check for ❑ Enter Transition for last minute checks, set up
confirmation email) gear & drop off bike pump (if relevant)
❑ Familiarise yourself with event schedule (know all ❑ Drop off gear bag (if relevant)
check- in/drop off times) ❑ Start the race - be at the start line at least 15
❑ Ensure you have booked your appointment time minutes prior to your start time
for Athlete Check-In and bike racking. You will ❑ Finish the race
receive an email three weeks from race day with a
❑ Recover
link to book these times
❑ Collect your items – gear bag, bike pump, bike
❑ Review/update of medical & emergency contact
details check. You will receive an email three
weeks from race day with instructions. POST RACE
❑ Pack photo ID in your luggage ❑ If an award winner – collect award from Mantra
Mooloolaba once you receive your text
❑ Familiarise yourself with the course - it is your
responsibility to know this on race day
❑ Check athlete list online & on event app note:
web list won't be updated after 8 February 2021.
Event app will be updated at close of Check-In
prior to race day. If any details are wrong contact
us via email mooloolabatri@ironman.com or
phone 1300 761 384
ONCE I ARRIVE (PRE RACE)
❑ Familiarise yourself with the event venue and key
areas (Check-In, bike racking, swim start & finish
line)
❑ Familiarise yourself with road closures
❑ Check-In and collect race kit.
❑ Rack bike
❑ Pack items for race day
❑ Teams – Familarise yourself with team transition
entry point
14RACE KIT
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RACE KIT COLOURS 6. BIKE SEAT POST STICKER
Yellow – Sprint Draft-Legal - Male Place this sticker around the seat post with the number
Green – Sprint Draft-Legal - Female facing backwards to be read from the side. Attach prior to
bike racking.
Your Category Group is listed on this sticker and will
1. RACE BIB NUMBER
match your swim cap colour, this is your start group.
Worn on the front and attach with race belt (supplied by Please ensure your bike rack area matches the
athlete) or safety pins (available at Event Information). Do colour/number of your Category Group
not fold or alter race bib number
7. HELMET STICKER
2. ATHLETE WRISTBAND
Place sticker on front of helmet. Attach prior to helmet
Secured at Athlete Check-In and must be worn at check on race day.
all times until after presentations. The IRONMAN
Group will not allow access into 8. BIKE PUMP STICKER
athlete restricted areas without athletes Place sticker on bike pump prior to drop off on
wearing their wristband race day.
NO WRISTBAND = NO ACCESS 9. GEAR BAG STICKER
3. TATTOOS Remove sticker from backing sheet wrap the label around
Number Tattoo: Place on right bicep the string on the bottom right hand corner of your gear
bag and stick securely
Application: Apply by peeling the clear film off, placing onto the back of itself.
the tattoo face-down on your right arm, firmly pressing
the paper side with a damp cloth or sponge, holding for
60 seconds and gently peel back the paper
Tattoos are compulsory to wear. In the case
your tattoo becomes faulty please see the
Event Information Staff who will be able to provide
direction on how to write your number/letter on
with a permanent marker.
4. SWIM CAP
Provided swim cap, must be worn
during swim leg. If wearing another cap, the official cap
must be worn on top.
Swim caps are Latex.
5. GEAR BAG
Place items required for post race (collected in the
recovery area). Drop off race morning. Must use bag
supplied.
15PRE RACE INFORMATION
VENUE TIMING CHIP
Pick Up: Your Timing Chip will be located in the
envelope of your Race Kit
Hot Tip: Place the timing chip somewhere safe after
collection. E.g., with your helmet
Drop Off: Timing chips will be collected within
Recovery. Please remove your own timing chip and
give to volunteers.
Lost During Race: If you lose your timing chip during
the race, inform Event Staff within Transition, so that
timing providers can do their best to replace the chip.
Drop Out: If you do not start the race or pull out of
the race, please return the timing chip to a drop out
clerk located at Event Information or if unable to
reach this location to an Event Staff member. Where
possible only hand to an official Event Staff member
not a volunteer.
Lost Timing Chips: If your timing chip is not returned
or is lost, you will be charged $150AUD for a
replacement.
ATHLETE CHECK-IN
See page 11-12 for time and location. We will be
operating Check-In by appointment only. You will
receive an email three weeks from race day with a
link to book these times.
All packs will need to be collected during Athlete
Check-In opening hours. Please note, no packs will
be posted out prior to the event.
What you will need to bring:
• Photo ID (drivers licence or passport)
• QR Code
Who can collect?:
Only the person registered can pick up their race kit
at Check-In. Please note that it is not permitted for
someone else to compete under your name or for
you to compete under someone else’s name. This will
result in suspension from your State Triathlon
Association and banning both parties from future
IRONMAN Oceania/Multisport Triathlon Races.
16PRE RACE INFORMATION
BIKE MECHANICS PARKING
Cyclezone Mooloolaba will be available at the Parking will be on surrounding local streets (please
Mooloolaba Sport & Lifestyle Expo Friday and ensure that you are aware of the any parking
Saturday for all pre-race bike mechanic services. A restrictions and changed traffic conditions).
limited ‘emergency service’ will be available in
transition on Saturday between 11:00am – 5:30pm CHANGED TRAFFIC CONDTITIONS
and Sunday from 4:30am – 6:00am for Individuals, Please take time to make yourself aware of all
Note: There is no technical support available on changed traffic conditions for yourself and all
course. athletes on race day.
RACE DIRECTOR UPDATE View CTC Flyer
A virtual Race Director update will be available via
our Facebook Page. This will include a high-level SHUTTLE BUS
overview of the event.
A shuttle bus will run between Mountain Creek State
High School and River Esplanade.
PRE RACE TRAINING
This service will run approximately every 30 minutes.
When you are on the road cycling or running,
remember all the rules of the road apply. Do not Saturday 13 March: 4:30am – 5:30pm
ride two abreast on narrow road sections and obey
Sunday 14 March: 4:30am – 5:30pm
all traffic rules. Being a competitor does not
exempt you from the law. Be courteous to
motorists. Wearing your helmet whilst cycling is
compulsory in Queensland and Police can issue on
the spot fines for breach of this law. Make sure
you lock your bike whenever you leave it.
Swim: There are many greats pools on the
Sunshine Coast, if you choose to swim at the
beach, remember to swim between the flags
Bike: Remember to obey the road rules and do not
ride two abreast on narrow road sections. Be
courteous to motorists. Wearing your helmet
whilst cycling is compulsory in Australia and Police
can issue on-the-spot fines for breach of this law.
Lock your bike whenever you leave it (unless it's
during bike racking).
Run: Run on footpaths where possible and do not
run more than two abreast.
17GEAR BAG DROP / COLLECTION
GEAR BAG
Your gear bag consists of any clothes you require
post-race and is collected from the Gear Drop Area.
The bag provided to you during Athlete Check-In
must be used as your gear bag. No other bag will be
accepted. Please ensure that you have the gear bag
sticker (located in your race kit) clearly stuck to the
bottom of the handle. The Gear Drop is outdoors so
please ensure that your valuables are protected from
the elements within you Gear Bag.
Examples Include:
• Warm clothing (jumper, tracksuit pants)
• Different footwear
Please refrain from placing any valuables in your bag
where possible.
View page 11-12 for times and locations.
BAG DROP OFF LOCATION USE DURING RACE POST RACE COLLECTION
When: Sunday 14 March,
When: Post Race Sunday 14 March until
from 5am
2pm
GEAR BAG No Use
Location: Gear Drop –
Location: Gear Drop – Parkyn Parade
Parkyn Parade
When: Sunday 14 March,
When: Post Race Sunday 14 March until
from 5am
2pm
BIKE PUMPS No Access during race.
Location: Gear Drop –
Location: Gear Drop – Parkyn Parade
Parkyn Parade
Note: When you collect your bike post race, gear bags and bike pumps should be collected at the same time.
18TRANSITION
Covers: No full bike covers will be allowed
PRE RACE for overnight racking. These will be removed and can
be collected at Event Information (lost & found).
BIKE RACKING
Note: No Helmets are to be left overnight as
View the event schedule (page 11-12) for times
a compulsory helmet check is conducted on
and location.
race morning.
Prior to Entry:
• Attend Athlete Check-In
• Secure bike seat post sticker
Bike Checks:
• Conducted by Triathlon Australia upon entry
• You, the athlete are responsible for your bike
being in safe working order
• Inspectors will be checking for such thing as:
- End plugs on handle bars
- Tyres in reasonable condition
- Stripped cabling
- At least one water bottle cage
- Brakes in working order
- Compliance with Triathlon Australia
Competition Rules
How to Rack your Bike: Rack your bike by
the handlebars. On race morning you may change
your bike to be racked by the seat, front wheel
facing outward from the rack.
19TRANSITION
RACE DAY POST RACE
HELMET CHECK BIKE COLLECTION
Triathlon Australia officials will be conducting View the event schedule on page 11-12 for collection
compulsory helmet checks as you enter the times. Ensure you are aware of the closing time as,
Transition area. Please ensure you have your helmet after this time Transition will become unsecure.
on and secured (with your helmet sticker on the front When collecting your bike, please ensure all gear
of your helmet) prior to entering Transition. bags and bike pumps are collected at the same time.
Your helmet may be placed either on your bike or on
the ground beside bike
Competitors are responsible for ensuring that their
bike helmet is in a safe working order, prior to
presenting them at Transition. See Triathlon Australia
Race Competition Rules.
GEAR SET UP
All items required for your bike and run legs will be
set up on race morning at your bike. Please note no
bags/tubs are to be used or left in transition and all
bags will be removed if left.
Gear may include:
Bike Run
Bike shoes (or on bike) Running Shoes
(compulsory)
Helmet Race bib number
(compulsory)
Sunglasses Sunglasses
Towel Hat/Visor
Socks Socks
Change of clothes Change of clothes
Nutrition and fluids (or on Nutrition and fluids
bike)
BIKE PUMPS
Bike pump drop off will be available on race morning
at the Gear Drop Area and can be collected post
event from the Gear Drop Area. Please ensure your
bike pump is labelled using the sticker within your
race kit.
All bike pumps which aren’t collected during bike
collection times will be donated.
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AID STATIONS
BIKE LITTER ZONE Process:
Keep left when approaching a run aid station. If you
There will be a designated litter zone on the bike
do not require any product from a run aid station
course where you will be able to dispose of litter
please stay to the right of the roadway. There will be
without being penalised. The Litter Zone will be
signs along the aid station listing what is on offer.
located 50m on either side of the turnaround on
Athletes will collect their own items from the aid
Sunshine Motorway. If you do not follow these rules
station. Once items have been collected, please
you will be penalised with a Stop/Start penalty on the
proceed to continue the race or move aside to
bike.
ensure no blocking of fellow athletes.
RUN AID STATIONS AID STATION LAYOUT
There will be 2 aid stations on the run course at
Mooloolaba Esplanade (outbound) and Alexander
Headland Surf Club (both outbound and inbound) DISCARD
Will offer:
• Water TOILET
• PURE Electrolyte –Superfruits
• Sunscreen WATER
• Toilets
Aid Station KM Markers ELECTROLYTE
• 1km
ELECTROLYTE
• 3km
WATER
• 3.5km
TOILET
DISCARD
DISCARD DROP ZONES
Please discard any unwanted items post the discard
zone start sign and pre the discard zone finish sign.
Anything discarded outside this area will be
penalised.
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RACE DAY INFORMATION
CUT OFF TIMES CONTIGENCY PLAN
Below cut off times provide absolute cut off locations If/when the contingency plan needs to be
and time of day based on the predicted last starter at implemented you will be notified by the Race
time of publishing this document. Director. This will be communicated by the event app
or by the commentator.
Swim – 6:45am
RACE DAY SERVICES
Athletes must complete the swim by 6:45am,
25 minutes after the last schedule start at 6:20am Medical
(final start as per website). A first aid provider will be engaged to provide first aid
at all events operated by The IRONMAN Group.
Bike – 7:47am First aid will be positioned in a variety of locations.
The exact positions of first aid stations can be viewed
All cyclists must completed the cycle by 7:47am. Any via the course maps. Athletes are responsible for any
cyclists unable to reach this cut off will be removed costs incurred as a result of a medical incident, this
from the course and collected by event SAG includes but is not limited to ambulance transfers,
wagons. hospital stays, specialist treatment; it is therefore
strongly advised that all athletes hold adequate
Run – 8:35am personal insurance. Australian residents are
recommended to hold valid private health insurance
All runners are required to be off the course by
(inclusive of ambulance cover) whilst international
8:35am. Every effort will be made to allow you to
athletes are strongly advised to have adequate travel
run to the finish line however you may be asked to or personal insurance that will provide coverage for
move onto the footpath in order to allow the participation in an IRONMAN Group event. Athletes
scheduled reopening of roads. are responsible for understanding the terms and
conditions of insurances held.
Should an athlete be unable to reach one of these cut
off times, they will no longer be able to continue SAG wagon
racing. Race results will be classified as a Did Not The SAG Wagon will collect athletes who are unable
Finish (DNF). Event Personnel will assist in to complete the event or are unable to finish within
transporting the athlete back to the event precinct the course cut-off time. Collected athletes will be
via sag wagons. transported back to the event venue.
In addition to the above cut off times, athletes may Should you require a SAG Wagon at any time, please
be cut-off at any time based on the Race Directors wave down a motorbike official and they will contact
discretion and judgement. Reasons for this may IRONMAN for SAG Wagon deployment. Alternatively
include, but are not limited to; medical, contingency, advise volunteers at the Nearest aid station.
logistical and or race rule violations. In the situation
of one or more legs (swim, bike, run) being modified Please Note: delays in SAG Wagon transport are
under contingency scenarios, the Race Director also expected. To assist with a prompt response, please
reserves the right to announce new cut off times. do not move from your reported location once a SAG
Wagon has been requested as this could affect their
ability to locate and transport you.
24RACE DAY INFORMATION
FINISH LINE PHOTO POST RACE
FinisherPix is the official event photographer.
RESULTS
How to Get your Best Photos:
Results can be viewed at the following locations:
• Ensure your helmet sticker visible on the FRONT
• Mooloolaba Triathlon App
of your bike helmet.
• Event website -
• Keep your race bib number visible on the FRONT
https://mooloolabatri.com.au/athlete-info/latest-
of your body during the run and whilst entering
results/
the finish line.
• Smile and celebrate when you cross the finish • Finishers Certificate –
line! Don’t worry about touching your watch, the www.multisportaustralia.com.au
timing company will ensure an accurate record of No access to online services? Visit our Event
your achievement. Information who can assist.
• Smile and have your photo taken with your
finisher medal and towel at the photo wall LOST & FOUND PROPERTY
available within recovery
Any lost or found property that is handed in will be
Your personal race photos will be available within 24- taken to the Event Information. You can lodge your
48hrs after the race at www.finisherpix.com. own lost items here:
RECOVERY PROCESS & AREA
After passing the finish line arch, You will then follow
the recovery process and have the below available to
you:
• Timing chip removal
• Recovery food/drink
• Medical support (if required)
• Gear bag collection
• Official finisher photo by FinisherPix
Important: before exiting, please ensure all relevant
nutrition and items have been collected. There is a
no re-entry policy so make sure you are comfortable Alternatively view the event schedule (page 11-12)
before you exit. for times and location.
THE POST FINISH RECOVERY AREA WILL OFFER: Please note: that no responsibility or liability is taken
by the Race Organisers for lost property.
• Water All lost property will be held for 30days post event.
• PURE Electrolyte hydration – Lemon/Lime After this time all left over items will be donated to
• Banana charity. For any enquiries after the event please
contact IRONMAN on 1300 761 384 or
mooloolabatri@ironman.com
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SWIM COURSE 750m
Cut off – 6:45am WETSUIT RUILING
WARM UP SWIM
Above 22°C 14°C to
Swim warm-up if required must take place off to the 22°C
Non-
right of the swim course. wetsuit Below
Wetsuit
Swim 14°C
Optional
ROLLING CATEGORY START Wetsuit
Mandatory
The swim start will be a rolling category start format.
Within each category, athletes will seed themselves
based upon their own projected swim times. Self-
seeding will be based on your individual abilities
according to your expected finish time. Wetsuits will be optional if the water temperature is
below 22 degrees Celsius and mandatory
Within each rolling category start there will be 4 start if the water temperature is below 14 degrees Celsius.
zones. You can avoid being overtaken by stronger See race rules on page x for more information.
swimmers by seeding yourself with athletes of a A provisional wetsuit ruling will be posted at
similar skill and ability level. Athlete Check-In and Event Information on Saturday
The four Start Zones are: from 11am. The official wetsuit ruling will be
• Zone 1. Under 13 minutes announced race morning by the commentary team.
• Zone 2. Between 13 - 17 minutes
• Zone 3. Between 17 – 21 minutes
• Zone 4. Over 21 minutes
The rolling category start will continue from zone 1 to
zone 4 with Athletes being released at intervals,
across the start line and timing mat. Athletes official
individual race time will start when they cross the
clearly marked start line/timing mat on the beach.
The next category start will then self-seed into the 4
start zones and this process will be repeated until all
category starts have commenced the swim.
Click here to view Swim Start Times
27SWIM COURSE 750m
COURSE COURSE MAP
The Mooloolaba Swim starts 800m south of ‘Loo with
a View’ so please allow 15 minutes to walk to the
start. Competitors and athletes are asked to keep
the swim start area clear.
All competitors must be at the swim marshalling area
15 minutes prior to their start. You must follow the
swim buoys precisely; any short cuts will result in
disqualification.
SWIM SAFETY
Water safety personnel and craft will be located on
the water during the swim. They will have relevant
equipment and are there to support you should you
require.
At any time should you require the assistance of
water safety please raise one arm into the air and
they will come to your aid. Should at any point in
time you decide to abandon the swim, you will be
taken to one of the swim extraction points. At this
point in time, if required you will be checked over by
medical and your timing band removed. If your
timing band has been removed, do not attempt to re-
enter the race.
SWIM CAPS
All swim caps provided will be latex based. In the
case you are allergic, please contact us
mooloolabatri@ironman.com or via 1300 761 384.
Click here to view Category swim cap colours.
28BIKE COURSE 20km
Cut off – 7:47am COURSE MAP
COURSE
It is a 20km out and back bike course with one
climb out to the motorway and then a very slick, fast,
flat course. The course may be influenced by
winds. It is 10km to the turnaround point and return
to transition. Take caution as you approach
transition area as it changes to single file.
TRAFFIC
Event vehicle and personal vehicles/motorbikes will
be out on course during the event.
PENALTY BOX
There will be one penalty box located at Mooloolaba
Road at Tantula Road West intersection – inbound
only (at the top of Buderim Ave off-ramp)
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ASICS
RUN COURSE 5km
Cut off – 8:35am COURSE MAP
COURSE
It is a 5km out and back course, athletes will run the
one-lap course in a clockwise direction over to
Alexandra Headlands, taking in some of the most
scenic coastal views of the Sunshine Coast.
31PRESENTATIONS
PRESENTATIONS TRICLUB AWARDS
All awards will be available for collection at the The top 3 TriClubs overall of the day will be awarded.
Mantra Mooloolaba. Winners will be contact via text For more information on the TriClub Awards and
message to collect their award. Please do not attend program visit here.
collection until you have received your text.
• Each category will be awarded 1st medals
If you are a place-getter in your category and are
unable to stay and collect your award, you will need
to contact the IRONMAN office within two weeks of
the event to arrange collection of your medal. You
will be able to collect your prize from the IRONMAN
office or alternatively have your medal posted to you,
at your expense.
32ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
VOLUNTEERS SPECTATORS
The 2021 Mooloolaba Triathlon requires the support Mooloolaba Triathlon will operate under a QLD
of over 500 Volunteers in order to deliver the event. Health approved COVID Safe Event Plan. Key details
include:
Our team of Volunteers will contribute a combined
• Everyone should download and turn on the
total of around 3,000 hours to assist, support and
Australian Government COVIDSafe App.
motivate you from the start to the finish of your
Mooloolaba Triathlon. • Do not come to the event if you are unwell or have
been in contact with somebody who is sick.
We encourage you to say THANK YOU to the
• Regularly clean hands at hand wash and sanitation
Volunteers whenever possible! They love it when
they are appreciated by our athletes and without the stations.
Volunteers, we simply would not be able to run any • Support crew and spectators are discouraged from
IRONMAN Group events. attending this year’s event. Instead, track athletes
virtually via our event app. If you do come to the
OFFICIAL EVENT APP event, please respect any direction given by security
guards or event staff to maintain physical distancing
of 1.5m.
The Mooloolaba Triathlon app has everything you
need to know as an athlete or a spectator.
Available for both iPhone and android, the app GET SOCIAL
includes live athlete tracking, race leaderboard, race
results, course maps and event schedule. https://www.facebook.com/MooTri/
• Update it to get the latest race info.
https://www.instagram.com/mooloolabatri/
• Track the athletes live throughout the course, ?hl=en
including their time splits.
#MooTri
• Live leaderboard to keep you up front with who’s
in the lead. And you can filter by age group. See you soon,
• It’s super easy to find and create your own list the Mooloolaba Tri Team
of your fav athletes to follow.
• You can receive notifications when the athletes
you're following cross key race points.
• Check out the final results post-race.
• Always know where you are and want to be with
interactive maps.
• Event info and clear schedules ensure you know
what’s going on, where and when.
Get all the race info and updates in your pocket.
Download the Mooloolaba Triathlon App now!
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