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ATHLETE
INFORMATION
GUIDE
#IM703Kenting
ironman.com/im703-taiwan
2021 IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting,Taiwan Athlete Information Guide 1
2021 IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting,Taiwan Athlete Information Guide 2
TABLE OF CONTENTS WELCOME ............................................................................................................................................... 4 MESSAGE FROM RACE REFEREE.............................................................................................................. 6 EVENT SCHEDULE .................................................................................................................................... 7 VENUE MAP - 70.3 Athlete Check-In & Expo ........................................................................................ 10 VENUE MAP – 70.3 Race Day & Post Race ............................................................................................ 11 ATHLETE CHECK-IN ................................................................................................................................ 12 PRE-RACE INFORMATION...................................................................................................................... 15 70.3 ....................................................................................................................................................... 15 RACE DAY INFORMATION ..................................................................................................................... 16 TRANSITION........................................................................................................................................... 18 SWIM - 70.3........................................................................................................................................... 19 BIKE - 70.3 ............................................................................................................................................. 22 RUN - 70.3 ............................................................................................................................................. 25 FINISH LINE ............................................................................................................................................ 27 POST-RACE INFORMATION ................................................................................................................... 29 RELAY TEAMS ........................................................................................................................................ 31 EVENT CONTACT DETAILS ..................................................................................................................... 33 ATHLETE CHECKLIST .............................................................................................................................. 34 2021 IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting,Taiwan Athlete Information Guide 3
WELCOME – Renny Ling Greetings to all fellow triathletes, Welcome to 2021 MaiCoin IRONMAN 70.3 Taiwan – Kenting! It has been more than six years since we have last hosted an IRONMAN event here in Kenting. This year’s race has attracted more than 600 athletes from over 20 different countries who all reside in Taiwan. With the standardized international rules and regulations in place and lucrative prizes on the line, we have managed to attract multiple IRONMAN record-holders to compete amongst us. We hope to use this wonderful opportunity to promote the already-blooming tourism industry of Kenting - through the beautiful and unique sport of Triathlon. The starting point of this race will be held at the famous ‘Little Bay Beach’. As for cycling and running, both race routes will be held on Provincial Highway-26, which is located along the stunning coastline of Southern Taiwan. With the balmy weather in April and the level of competition we have in this year’s line-up, we can expect nothing but a prestigious, ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ racing experience. I would also like to take this opportunity and thank the local government council of Pin-Tung, all of our sponsors, staff members and volunteers for making this magnificent event come to fruition. Lastly, I would like to thank all you competitors. Your participation is our biggest affirmation. We wish you the very best on race day and we will see each other at the finish line. Renny Ling CEO, Taiwan Triathlon Co. Ltd. 2021 IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting,Taiwan Athlete Information Guide 4
WELCOME – Jeff Edwards Welcome athletes, On behalf of the IRONMAN Asia team, I would like to welcome you to 2021 Maicoin IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting, Taiwan. We are excited to welcome you back to Kenting after a five-year hiatus from racing at this scenic destination and hope you enjoy the coastal views the course has to offer. We understand the effort that you’ve made to prepare for this event, especially with all that is happening in the world right now, and our IRONMAN team stands ready to help you achieve your goals and cross the finish line. Please take a moment on race day to reflect on what will be a fantastic experience and lifelong memory. A special thank you for our continued partnership with Taiwan Triathlon Company and all the event partners, volunteers, supporters and local community, who have all played an integral part in the success of this event and allowing it to happen in 2021. Please also take the time to thank all of those who have made this event a success, especially the volunteers. Enjoy the day and everything Kenting has to offer. All that remains now is to focus on your swim, bike and run with the support of your family and friends. Jeff Edwards Managing Director IRONMAN Asia 2021 IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting,Taiwan Athlete Information Guide 5
MESSAGE FROM RACE REFEREE
We are using the 2021 IRONMAN Race Competition Rules, and this is a NON-Drafting Event to minimise the
possibility of infringing the rules on race day and avoiding a visit to the Penalty Box, please observe the
following:
• Ride on the RIGHT side of the bike lane.
• Keep 12 meters between yourself and the cyclist in front of you – front wheel to front wheel.
• Pass on the LEFT of the cyclist in front (never on the RIGHT).
• Complete your pass within 25 seconds.
• If passed, drop back immediately 12 meters and ensure you have dropped back the full 12 meters
before repassing.
• Conduct personal toilet stops at the on-course toilet facilities provided.
• Remember to treat other athletes, volunteers and officials with courtesy and consideration as failure
to do so is Unsportsmanlike Conduct.
Triathlon is an individual race and it is your responsibility to fully understand the rules and avoid infringements.
A Technical Official’s ruling is final in the case of Drafting, Blocking, and Illegal Pass infringements (Judgment
Calls) and these are not subject to either protest or appeal. Following are the most common rule infringements:
• Blocking – Riding on the LEFT side of an athlete without passing or riding on the LEFT hand side of the
bike lane when clear of other athletes.
• Drafting – Following a leading cyclist closer than 12 meters and failing to pass in 25 seconds OR after
being passed, failing to drop back 12 meters before re-passing.
• Illegal Pass – Passing on the RIGHT.
• Littering - Discarding items, e.g. tyres, bike bottles, gel wrappers etc. on any part of the course except
within sight of an Aid Station.
• Helmet – Always have your chin strap securely fastened when moving with your bike.
A Technical Official will advise you of any time Penalty by calling your number, advising you of the nature
of the infringement and showing you a Yellow, Blue, or Red card. It will then be your responsibility to
serve the associated time Penalty at the next Penalty Box. NOTE that any 3 blue card infringements across
the course during the event will result in a Disqualification.
Other infringements include:
• Offensive and unsportsmanlike behavior.
• Outside assistance.
• The use of electronic equipment including telephones, including the use of earphone or other
communication devices.
• Any ONE of these infringements may result in a Disqualification.
I sincerely hope you have a great race, enjoy the experience, and achieve your IRONMAN 70.3 goals.
Jo Lee
Race Director & Race Referee
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EVENT SCHEDULE – PRE-EVENT
The event schedule below is up to date as of March 24, 2021. Please be aware that it is subject to change.
Athletes are encouraged to regularly check the schedule on the IRONMAN website to ensure they are familiar
with any changes that may occur.
23-Apr Event
Venue
Friday MAICOIN IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting, Taiwan / IRONKIDS
IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting Taiwan/
12:00-18:00
IRONKIDS Athlete Check-In
12:00-18:00 IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting Taiwan Store
Howard Beach Resort Kenting 1F
Howard Hall
12:00-18:00 IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting Taiwan Expo Open
12:00-18:00 Information Booth Open
24-Apr Event
Venue
Saturday MAICOIN IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting, Taiwan / IRONKIDS
7:00-7:50 IRONKIDS Check-In
7:50-7:58 IRONKIDS Race Briefing
8:00 IRONKIDS Start (Age 6-10) Howard Beach Resort Kenting
Swimming Pool
8:30 IRONKIDS Start (Age 11-14)
9:30 IRONKIDS Race Cut-Off
9:30 IRONKIDS Post Race & Group Photo
10:00-17:00 Information Booth Open
IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting Taiwan Athlete Check-In
10:00-17:00
Note: Last chance to check in - you must check-in by Howard Beach Resort Kenting 1F
17:00 TODAY Howard Hall
IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting Taiwan Store Open
10:00-17:00
IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting Taiwan Expo Open
Transition Area
13:00-18:00 IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting Taiwan Bike Check-In
Howard Beach Resort Kenting Tennis Court
IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting Taiwan Transition Tour Transition Area
14:00-14:30
Race Briefing Q&A Howard Beach Resort Kenting Tennis Court
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EVENT SCHEDULE – 70.3 RACE DAY & POST RACE
The event schedule below is up to date as of March 24, 2021. Please be aware that it is subject to change.
Athletes are encouraged to regularly check the schedule on the IRONMAN website to ensure they are familiar
with any changes that may occur.
25-Apr Event
Venue
Sunday MAICOIN IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting, Taiwan
Transition Area
04:30-05:40 IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting Taiwan Transition Open
Howard Beach Resort Kenting Tennis Court
IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting Taiwan Age Group / Relay
06:00
Team Race Start
Little Bay Beach
IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting Taiwan Swim Cut-off
07:20
(last swimmer start @ 6:10)
08:00-17:00 Information Booth Open
10:00-16:00 IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting Taiwan Store Open Howard Beach Resort Kenting Finish Area
10:00-16:00 IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting Taiwan Expo Open
11:40 IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting Taiwan Bike Cut-off -
Transition Area
13:00-17:00 IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting Taiwan Bike Check-Out
Howard Beach Resort Kenting Tennis Court
14:40 IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting Taiwan Race Cut-off Howard Beach Resort Kenting Finish Area
Howard Beach Resort Kenting 1F
15:30 IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting Taiwan Awards Ceremony
Champs Elysees
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VENUE MAP - 70.3 Athlete Check-In & Expo 2021 IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting,Taiwan Athlete Information Guide 10
VENUE MAP – 70.3 RACE DAY & POST RACE 2021 IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting,Taiwan Athlete Information Guide 11
ATHLETE CHECK-IN
Check-In for all athletes participating in MAICOIN IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting Taiwan and lRONKIDS will take place
at the Howard Beach Resort Kenting on the following days and time:
MAICOIN IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting Taiwan
• Friday, April 23, 12:00 – 18:00 or,
• Saturday, April 24, 10:00 – 17:00
It is compulsory for all athletes (including all Relay Team members) to Check-In during the time stated above. No
MAICOIN IRONMAN 70.3 Taiwan athlete will be able to Check-In after the 17:00 Saturday, April 24.
You are required to show photo identification during registration – i.e. Passport, Taiwanese Identification,
Driver’s License.
Please do not take your bike into the Check-In queue as doing so will congest the area and makes it dangerous
for other athletes. Bike racks will be located adjacent to Athlete Check-In. Please allow time for delays when
making travel arrangements.
Please note, it is illegal for someone to race under your name or for you to race under someone else’s name:
this will result in suspension from Taiwan Triathlon Co. Ltd. and ineligibility to race in other IRONMAN events.
RELAY TEAM CHECK-IN
Relay teams must be present together at Athlete Check-In, at the same time. No relay team will be permitted to
check-in if all members are not present. All relay teams must check-in during the posted Athlete Check-In dates
and times – NO EXCEPTIONS.
Each athlete that participates in a Relay will receive:
ID wristband (this will be secured to your wrist during Check-In and will need to be worn through to the
end of the race)
Race bib (compulsory on run leg)
Swim cap (compulsory), colour based on race category
Helmet sticker (stick on the front and left sides of the helmet)
Bike seat post sticker (wrap around the seat post of your bike)
Body Tattoos (race numbers on left arm and category code on left calf)
Gear Bag
Gear Bag sticker, to be stuck onto your Street Wear Bag
Bike pump sticker
Buffet voucher
Sponsor promotional items
Medal, Towel and Finisher T-shirt will be distributed at the finish line upon completion the race.
2021 IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting,Taiwan Athlete Information Guide 12Timing Chip
You will pick up your timing chip from Transition Area.
ID Wristband
Your unique ID wristband will be fixed to your wrist when you check-in onsite at the event. This is your access to Athlete
only areas, and MUST be worn at all times.
Race Number (Bib)
Your Race Number (Bib) needs to be worn on the Run leg of the event. We recommend bringing a race belt to
attach to your race number.
Bike Seat Post Sticker
Your Bike Seat Post Sticker is to be fixed under the seat of your bike. For IRONMAN 70.3 Taiwan athletes, you will need to
ensure you do this before Bike Check-In on 24, April between 13:00 to 18:00.
ATHLETES WILL RECEIVE
Helmet Sticker
Your helmet sticker is to be fixed to the front AND LEFT of your helmet.
Swim Cap
You must wear the swim cap provided to you at the Athlete Check-In, during the race. If you are an All World Athlete
(AWA) and receive two separate swim caps, you may choose which one you would like to wear on race morning
Tattoos
You will receive two (2) tattoos in your Athlete Kit. Your number tattoo is to be applied to your Left upper arm. Your
letter tattoo represents the Age Group category you are in and is to be applied to your Left calf.
Gear Bag Sticker
You will receive a unique sticker with your individual race number to affix to your Street Gear Bag. This is to identify
your Street Gear Bag amongst other Triathletes when you drop off and collect.
Bike Pump Sticker
You will receive a small unique numbered sticker to affix to your bike pump. You will have access to your bike on race
morning between 4:30 to 5:45. Your bike pump can be dropped at the specified Street Gear Bag drop before the race.
Bike pumps can be left in Transition during the race.
Street Gear Bag
Your Street Gear Bag (Black Bag) is used to hold any items you would like access to directly after the race or anything you
would like to wear before the race. You will drop your Street Gear Bag in the specified area on race morning prior to the
race. You will then be able to access this once you have completed the race.
BEST WAY TO APPLY YOUR TATTOOS
The tattoos can be easily applied by peeling the clear film off, placing the number face-down on your body,
firmly pressing the paper side with a damp cloth or sponge, holding for 60 seconds and gently peel back the
paper.
2021 IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting,Taiwan Athlete Information Guide 13In the case your tattoo becomes faulty please see our friendly staff at the Information Booth who will be able to assist by writing your number/letter on with a permanent marker TIMING For IRONKIDS athletes, your timing chip will not be in your athlete packet. You must collect it at the Timing Tent before leaving Transition on Saturday, 24th April at bike check-in to pick up your chip. At the timing table, you will verify that your name matches your number. For IRONMAN 70.3 Taiwan athletes, your timing chip will not be in your athlete packet. You must collect at the Timing Tent before leaving Transition on Saturday 24th April at bike check-in to pick up your chip. At the timing table, you will verify that your name matches your number. Your chip must be worn on your left ankle at all times during the race. If you do not start the race, you are responsible for returning the chip to an IRONMAN staff member or timing team member. 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 chip. If you lose your timing chip during the event, you are responsible for obtaining a replacement at one of the following locations: swim start, swim exit, bike exit or run exit. If you lose your chip while on the run course, please notify an IRONMAN Staff Member immediately after crossing the finish line. Failure to wear your timing chip on race day, return your chip after the event, or pay the replacement cost of your lost timing chip may disqualify you from future IRONMAN events. Replacement chips will be charged back to the athlete of NTD $3600. After the race, if you realise you still have your chip, please mail it within 5 business days to: 5F., No. 51, Dongxing Rd., Xinyi Dist., Taipei City 110, Taiwan (R.O.C.) 2021 IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting,Taiwan Athlete Information Guide 14
PRE-RACE INFORMATION
BIKE CHECK-IN
Mandatory Bike Check-In for 70.3 athletes is from 13:00 to 18:00 on 24th April at Howard Beach Resort Kenting
parking lot, the Transition Area. You can bring your gear into transition race morning. All bikes must be checked-
in by 18:00 and left overnight. While bikes are stored in transition, athletes will only be allowed to cover their
seats and handlebars 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
bike from 4:30 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.
TRANSITION TOURS
Tours will take approximately 30 minutes and will cover the flow of transition including the start and finish
points of the swim/bike and run functionalities. These tours are also a great opportunity to clarify any transition
specific questions. It will be hosted at the Transition Area at 14:00 on Saturday, 24th April.
ATHLETE BRIEFING
Race Briefings can be found on the IRONMAN 70.3 Taiwan Facebook fan page/youtube a week before the race
day. All questions will be answered via kenting70.3@ironman.com or you can participate in the Transition Tour
to ask the question to the staff.
BIKE MECHANICS
The Official Bike Mechanics for this event, Shimano will be available during the Expo and Transition Area.
Date/ Time Mechanics Venue
April 23, Friday 12:00 – 18:00 Shimano EXPO
April 24, Saturday 10:00 – 17:00 Shimano EXPO
Shimano
April 24, Saturday 13:00 – 18:00 Transition Area
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7
April 25, Sunday 04:30 – 05:40 Shimano Transition Area 0
Bike course 3
April 25, Sunday 06:00 – 11:30 B1:Shimano Mechanics
Patrol motorcycle
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TRANSITION OPENING TIMES
IRONMAN 70.3 Transition will open from 4:30 – 5:40 on race morning. Please ensure you leave yourself enough
time on race morning as all athletes are required to be out of transition by 5:40.
CUT-OFFS
The race will officially end 8 hours and 30 minutes after the final athlete enters the water via the rolling 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 1 hour and 10 minutes after the final athlete enters the water. Each athlete will have
1 hour and 10 minutes to complete the 1.9km swim. Athletes who take longer than 1 hour and 10 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.
There are 1 intermediate swim cut-offs at:
• 0.95 KM at approximately 06:47
BIKE CUT-OFF
The bike course will close 5 hours and 30 minutes after the final athlete enters the water. Each athlete or relay
team will have 5 hours and 30 minutes to complete the swim, T1 and bike course regardless of when they start
the swim.
There are 2 intermediate bike cut-offs at:
• 64.5 KM at approximately 10:31
• 84 KM at approximately 11:23
The time of day cut-offs for the bike course is based off the last athlete starting the swim.
The bike course will close at 11:42. Any athlete or relay team that takes longer than 5 hours and 30 minutes to
complete the swim, T1 and bike course will receive a DNF.
RUN CUT-OFF
The run course will close 8 hours and 30 minutes after the final athlete enters the water. Each athlete or relay
team will have 8 hours and 30 minutes to complete the entire course. Any athlete or relay team that takes
longer than 8 hours and 30 minutes to complete the entire course will receive a DNF.
There is 1 intermediate run cut-off at:
• Run turnaround point,16.1 KM approximately 14:00
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.
Based on permits for the roads on the course and the safety of athletes involved, cut-off times must be
respected for all IRONMAN 70.3 events.
2021 IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting,Taiwan Athlete Information Guide 16AID STATIONS Aid stations are approximately every 18-22KM on the bike and approximately a 1.5-2KM apart on the run. The general offerings are as follows: BIKE: Electrolyte Super Supau Water Centuple Energy Gels Bananas Toilets RUN: Electrolyte Super Supau Water Cola Centuple Energy Gels Chips or crackers Bananas Slats Bananas Plum Powder Ice Toilets IRONMAN TRACKER The IRONMAN Tracker App provides official real-time athlete tracking for select IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 events. Download the app to your phone to track athlete’s times, find them on the interactive map, and share race-day updates on social media! 2021 IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting,Taiwan Athlete Information Guide 17
TRANSITION TRANSITION TIMES For IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting, transition will be open from 4:30 to 5:40 on race morning, 25th April. Please ensure you leave yourself enough time on race morning as all athletes will need to be out of Transition by 5:40. RELAY TEAM PROCEDURE All Relay team members must exit Transition by 5:40. At the discretion of the Transition Manager, the team cyclist will be able to re-enter into transition at approximately 6:20 via the Relay Tent inside the Transition Area. Relay Team Members (cyclist and runner) will be required to stand at Relay Tent inside the Transition Area and await their team member. Your timing chip is your relay baton which you will be required to take off and pass onto your team member prior to starting their designated relay leg. BIKE CHECK-OUT For IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting, bike check-out is Sunday 13:00 - 17:00. You are required to reclaim your bike and gear after the race. You must have your athlete wristband on in order to claim your bike and gear. If your bags are not reclaimed from 13:00 to 17:00, IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting will not be responsible for any items left overnight. 2021 IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting,Taiwan Athlete Information Guide 18
SWIM SWIM PROCEDURE Swim Start: ROLLING START This event will conduct the rolling start for all Age group athletes. Age Group athletes (including Relay Teams) will be divided into 3 starting zones based on an athlete’s predicted swim time for the 1.9km swim. Approximately 10 minutes prior to start time, each zone will be directed to move to the Swim Start. Please know your divided zone time and follow the staff’s directions in this area as it may be crowded. Age Group athletes must cross the timing mat under the swim start line arch in order to activate their timing chip. 2021 IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting,Taiwan Athlete Information Guide 19
The race start will begin at 06:02 with athletes being released in small groups at regular intervals until all athletes have crossed the start line and entered the water. Please remember that your individual race time will NOT start until you cross the timing mat. Upon completing lap 1, athletes must exit the water, run under the arch, and U turn to re-enter the water for lap 2. Please note, the use of pull buoys is PROHIBITED during the swim. SWIM- EXPECTED WATER TEMPERATURE EXPECTED RACE MORNING WATER TEMPERATURE: 23.5- 24.5 Celsius WETSUIT OPTIONAL *subject to change based on conditions, official decision will be made race morning. SWIM SUPPORT There will be a large number of water safety personnel and craft on the water pre and during the swim. The water safety team is there to support you should you require. They will be resourced with an array of SUP, Jet Skis and IRB’s. 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 an athlete decides to abandon the swim, they will be taken to the swim extraction point. From here, they will be required to confirm their athlete number and be checked over by medical. It is then the athlete’s responsibility to walk back to Transition and hand in their timing chip to the Drop out Clerk located at the Information Tent, finish area, Howard Beach Resort Kenting. 2021 IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting,Taiwan Athlete Information Guide 20
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BIKE TRAFFIC NOTES Traffic control will be carried out on the roads towards north. This is a completely closed course, however, please exercise vigilance and tolerance if traffic is encountered, particularly at all roundabouts and intersections and always ride on the right side of the road. Normal road rules apply. Police, traffic controllers, course marshals and event crew will be on course to assist. DISC WHEEL Disc wheels are allowed in this race. However, the organizers reserve the right to make the final decision due to weather and safety reasons. 2021 IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting,Taiwan Athlete Information Guide 22
AID STATIONS
There will be 2 aid station locations on the bike course. Aid stations will be located at the following KM marks;
• 26KM, 1st Aid station
• 45KM, 2nd Aid station
• 64KM, 1st Aid station
BIKE CUT-OFFS
Cut off time – 5 hours 30 minutes after individual start time.
DRAFTING
30 SECONDS – YELLOW CARD
• Blocking
• Helmet + Bike stickers not properly applied
5 MINUTE – BLUE CARD
• Drafting
• Littering
DISQUALIFICATION – RED CARD
• 3 Blue cards will result to Race Disqualification
• Failure to report to the Penalty Tent
2021 COMPETITION RULES
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RUN TRAFFIC NOTES Road closures are in place for the duration to minimise the traffic flow on course and to protect the athletes. There will be vehicular traffic adjacent to the course comprising event personnel and local residents requiring access so please exercise vigilance and tolerance at all times, especially if you encounter a vehicle. High levels of awareness should be applied at all roundabouts and intersections. Normal road rules apply at all times. Police, traffic controllers and event crew will be on course to patrol and direct traffic. Additional awareness should be applied along the pathways in the Kenting Forest Park. These pathways are not closed and are open to all users including walkers, runners, pram users and bike riders. 2021 IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting,Taiwan Athlete Information Guide 25
AID STATIONS
There will be 5 aid stations on the Run course. Aid stations will be located at the following KM marks;
• R1- 1/11.6 KM, Chuanfan Road
• R2 – 3KM / 13.5KM, Chuanfan Road
• R3- 5KM / 15.6KM, Shadao Road
• R4-7KM / 17.5KM, Shadao Road
• R5 – 9KM / 19.5KM, Chuanfan Road
RUN CUT-OFFS
Cut off time – 8 hours 30 minutes after start time after individual start time.
2021 IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting,Taiwan Athlete Information Guide 26FINISH LINE
FINISH LINE POLICY
Friends and family members, including children, are not permitted in the finish chute or finish area. We ask that
all athletes respect the finish line area and ensure that celebrations do not interfere with other athletes finish
line experience. Any athlete who proceeds to bring family members or children onto the finish line will be
disqualified.
FINISHERPIX
FinisherPix is proud to be selected as the Official Photo Service of IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting and IRONKIDS.
FinisherPix will have photographers working at swim exit, on the bike course, on the run course and of course at
the Finish Line!
So what do you need to do? If you purchased…?
• Register your email address at www.finisherpix.com to be notified as soon as photos are online
• Please be sure to have your helmet sticker visible on the FRONT of your bike helmet so we can identify
your biking photos
• Please be sure to keep your bib number visible on the FRONT of your body during the run and at the
Finish Line so we can identify your photos
• 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 within 24-48 hours after the race to view, order and share your photos from
IRONMAN 70.3 Taiwan
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POST-RACE INFORMATION
RECOVERY
As you cross the finish line, volunteers will be there to escort you to the secured recovery area. You will be
presented with a finisher towel and medal and you will need to remove your timing chip and place it in the
buckets provided. These volunteers will endeavour to briefly assess you as you proceed and may need to take
you directly to the Medical Tent for treatment. If you do not require any treatment, you will be able to proceed
to the Recovery facilities.
Unfortunately, you will not be able to re-enter Recovery once you have exited so make sure you are
comfortable prior to this point. Please remember volunteers and the medical team are there to help you at any
point should you require.
Recovery will offer:
• Water
• Laohuyatzi Sports Drink
• Roselle Tea
• Traditional Taiwanese Rice
• Assorted Fried Noodles
• Stewed Chicken with Black Garlic
• Braised Pork
• Fried Vegetable
• Fruits
MASSAGE
UNIX, Theragun, and RecovSports will be there to provide your post-race sports massage therapy located at
Howard Beach Resort Kenting. This will be a free service.
Medical assistance will be available if you require further attention.
AWARDS
IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting Awards presentations will be held on 25th April at 15:30 at Howard Beach Resort
Kenting. Entry for friends, family and athletes is free of charge.
Awards will be presented to top 6 in each Age Group Category and top 3 relay team in each Team Category.
If you are a place getter and unable to collect your trophy, please contact IRONMAN after the event on +886-2-
27516226 or kenting70.3@ironman.com to arrange collection.
ROLL DOWN
We will offer 50 slots for the 2021 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship September 17-18, 2021, St George Utah,
USA and these will be awarded to the top Age Group finishers. This year’s Slot Allocation and Roll Down will not
take place onsite, it will follow the below process.
During Athlete Check-In you will be asked to ‘opt in’ and confirm you intend to accept a slot should you qualify
for the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship. If you are successful in obtaining a Qualification slot, we will be in
contact 24hrs after the race to advise. You have 48-hours to complete your registration and pay the registration
fee. If you do not complete the registration within 48hrs, the slot will roll down.
2021 IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting,Taiwan Athlete Information Guide 29You cannot change your mind after Athlete Check-In, therefore if you are unsure, it’s better to ‘opt in’. Final slot allocation will be determined on the race day based on the number of official starters per age group. The number of each slots awarded to each age group will be posted on 2021 MaiCoin IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting official website. Qualified athletes will be receiving a link from ACTIVE to pay and register for the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship within 24 hours after the race (USD$525+10% ACTIVE fee and additional 6.75% Utah state tax will be on top of it). Only Age Group athletes are eligible to receive Age Group World Championship qualifying slots. Athletes holding a current professional or Elite status with any ITU Member National Triathlon Governing Body, WTC Pro Membership program or having raced as an elite athlete in any international events during the calendar year, are not eligible for Age Group Slots. Athletes may not at the time of the event, nor at the time of the World Championship event they have qualified for, hold professional or elite status. Any change in an athlete’s status prior to any event participation or a qualified World Championship event must be disclosed to WTC immediately. Failure of athlete to make such disclosure will be cause for disqualification from such event and may result in sanctions from WTC events. 2021 IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting,Taiwan Athlete Information Guide 30
RELAY TEAMS WHAT IS A RELAY TEAM? A relay team is comprised of 2 or 3 athletes who compete as a “group” to finish the triathlon. Typically, one athlete completes the swim, another the bike, and the final person does the run. Each athlete passes his/her timing strap and chip from one to the other as they complete their respective leg of the race. A two-person team can complete the race in any combination of legs. Relay team members can be comprised of mixed of genders and ages. However, all participants must be 18 years of age on race day. CHECK-IN PROCESS All relay members must be present and together during Athlete Check-In to pick up their assigned race packets. Relay members cannot pick up race packets for their teammates and will not be able to check-in if a relay team member is missing. (This is for the safety and legal accountability of all athletes during the event). Relay teams should look for the Relay Check-In table upon arriving at Athlete Check-In. All relay members must have a photo ID. At Athlete Check-In, athletes will be required to sign their own individual waivers – no waiver, no race. A relay team will be assigned one bib number. EACH TEAM WILL RECEIVE: • 1 swim cap • 1 number tattoo • Bike stickers • Helmet sticker • Race bib to be worn on the run • 3 athlete wristbands • Each athlete will receive a participant backpack Timing chips will be picked up at Transition Area. There will only be one timing chip per team. Finisher medals are given to the runner upon finishing. TATTOOS Relay teams will get 1 number tattoo. The swim leg athlete is responsible for sticking the race number tattoo of their left bicep. RELAY INFO TIMING & CHIP TRANSFER RULES In order to ensure a proper chip timing reading, relay athletes must keep ankle strap and chip on their ankle at all times. Athletes must make the chip transfer from ankle to ankle at the specified relay area (relay tent) inside of Transition Area. Athletes must not run with the chip in their hands at any time to ensure accurate chip reading. The timing chip acts as the “baton” and athletes must hand-off the timing strap/chip to move forward to the next discipline. Failure to do so will result as a DNF. Once the transfer has been made, the relay member that just finished must grab their gear and exit transition as they are no longer a valid participant. SWIM TO BIKE The bike cannot be removed from the bike rack until chip is properly transferred and attached to the next teammate. The swim leg athlete will exit the swim and head to transition area where they will locate their bike 2021 IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting,Taiwan Athlete Information Guide 31
leg athlete in the relay pen and make the chip transfer. The swim athlete must stay within the confines of the relay pen. Only after the chip and ankle strap has been transferred, can the bike leg athlete go to the bike rack to begin the bike portion of the event. BIKE TO RUN The timing chip may not be removed until the bike is properly racked in the designated spot. RUN TO FINISH All other relay team participants will be able to access post-race finish line athlete areas (not including the finish line chute). If a relay team member drops out of any leg or fails to meet the given time allotment, the relay team will not be able to continue the race and will be disqualified. PLAN AHEAD It is imperative that relay athletes properly communicate with their team. Each relay team is accountable for being in the designated place at the right time. Athletes are not expected to wait in the transition pen area for the entire length of the race, but athletes should be aware of anticipated finish times associated with each leg. We strongly encourage relay athletes to follow the event schedule and stay close to the relay exchange area. *Please keep in mind that access to race venues may be difficult or not possible due to race road closures. It is up to each athlete to coordinate timing and chip transfer. FINISH LINE Volunteers will be instructed to give relay athletes “relay medals.” Relay medals are different than the individual medals and should be communicated pre-race to athletes, volunteers, and staff. Each relay athlete will be given 2 or 3 medals (depending on the size of the team) once finished. It is the responsibility of the run leg athlete to distribute additional medals to the team. AWARDS Relay awards will be awarded to the top 3 male, female and mixed relay teams. Each relay team will receive 3 awards. Please check the Event Schedule for the time and place of the Award Ceremony. 2021 IRONMAN 70.3 Kenting,Taiwan Athlete Information Guide 32
EVENT CONTACT DETAILS
RACE OFFICE
Website: https://www.ironman.com/im703-kenting
Phone: +886 2751-6226
E-mail: kenting70.3@ironman.com
LOCAL SERVICES
POLICE: Kenting County Police Bureau
No.60, Zhongzheng Rd., Hengchun Township, Pingtung County 946205, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
Phone: +886-8- 889- 2587
HOSPITAL: Heng Chun Christian Hospital
No.21, Hengxi Rd., Hengchun Township, Pingtung County 946002, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
Phone: +886-8- 932- 4112
TRANSPORT SERVICES:
Kaohsiung International Airport : No.2, Jhongshan 4th Rd., Siaogang District, Kaohsiung City 812201, Taiwan
(R.O.C.) | Phone: +886-7-805-7630
Zuoying High Speed Rail Station : No.107, Gaotie Rd., Zuoying Dist., Kaohsiung City 813560, Taiwan (R.O.C.) |
Phone: +886-2-4066-3000
INFORMATION BOOTH
There will be two Information Desks located at the event.
Opening hours for the Information Desks are listed within the Event Timetable following and online.
Location Howard Beach Resort Kenting Transition/Swim Start
April 23 12:00 -18:00
April 24 07:00 - 07:45
Time April 24 10:00 – 17:00
April 25 04:30 - 05:40
April 25 08:00 – 17:00
Event Info ● ●
Lost and Found ●
Drop Off Clerk ●
Backup Race Kit ●
Backup Timing Chip ●
Body Marking ●
Our friendly staff will do their best to help you with any questions you may have. The Information Desk will have
maps of the event and surrounding areas.
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HAVE YOU REMEMBERED TO
RACE DAY – RUN
Book flights & accommodation to arrive in time for
Athlete Check-In? Fuel Belt
Race Belt or Safety Pins
PRE-RACE Bib Number
Hat/Visor
Directions to Hotel Reflective Tape (if applicable)
Directions to Athlete Check-In Running Shoes
Directions to Race Start Socks
Directions to Race Finish Sunglasses
Photo I.D Water Bottle
Bike Services/Tune up
Attend Athlete Check-In MISCELLANEOUS
Attend Athlete Briefing
Body Glide
Study the race courses and plan your nutrition
Antibacterial Gel
RACE DAY – SWIM Contacts or Rx Glasses
Heart rate Monitor & Chest Strap
Timing Chip and Strap Towel
Swimsuit/Wetsuit (if applicable) Hair Ties
Goggles (consider a spare pair as well) Lip Balm
Race Day Swim Cap (provided at Check-In) Post-Race Clothing
Ear Plugs/Nose Plug (optional) Extra Swimsuit and Cap for practice swim (if
Throw away long-sleeved shirt and shoes to wear applicable)
and discard before the race or place in your Extra Tri Kit for practice
provided Morning Clothes Bag Have a Great Race!
RACE DAY – BIKE
Bike Pump
Extra Nutrition
Extra Water Bottles
Aero Water Bottle Straw
Bike Repair Kit(Bar-end plugs, CO2 Cartridges(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
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