Byron Bay Pocket Guide 2019

11 May 2019

CONTENTS

WELCOME………………………………………………………………………………………. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
PROGRAM………………………………………………………………………………………………. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
REGISTRATION…………………………………………………………………………… . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
RESULTS ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. . . . . . . . . . 7
WAVE STARTS…………………………………………………………………………………. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
TRANSITION……………………………………………………………………………………. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
TIMING ……………………………………………………………………………………. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
SWIM…………………………………………………………………………………………. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
CYCLE……………………………………………………………………………………………. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
DRAFTING…………………………………………………………………………. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
RUN………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
FINISH AND RECOVERY…………………………………………………… . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
GENERAL RULES…………………………………………………………………………………. . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
FURTHER INFORMATION…………………………………………………………………………. . . . . . . . 22
SAFETY……………………… ………………………………………………………………………P…h. o. .to. s. . -. .V.e.l.o.s.h. o. t.z2.c3om
PARKING ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… . . . . . . 24
TOILETS ………………………………………………………………………. ………………………………………………. . . . 25
PREREQUISITES …..……………………………………..………………………………………………………. . . . . . 25
STORAGE …………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………. . . 25

The Byron Bay Triathlon organising committee would like to extend a very warm
welcome to all participants of the 24th annual Byron Bay Triathlon. The Byron Shire is
world famous and offers a unique setting by the beachside; and with a course that
boasts great conditions for a fast and challenging race, this is a triathlon
weekend ’Byron-style’. We thank you all for being a part of a great weekend celebrating
our sport.

The Byron Bay Tri has come a long way since its introduction in 1995. Growing in size and
stature over the past 24 years, nearly 1000 competitors will line up for the Byron Tri.

Based on your feedback from 2018, we have tweaked the cycle course to improve your
safety and will once again have drone surveillance on the water, supported by the
fantastic Byron SLSC. We have been working closely with the NSW Police and Byron
Shire Council to facilitate a safe cycle leg, particularly for the Olympic distance, with fully
closed roads to ensure a secure space for our athletes. We will also welcome a new run
manager this year to ensure your run leg is the correct distance.

The event could not take place without the support of the local Byron Shire Council,
NSW Police, and Byron Bay Surf Life Saving Club. Our volunteer groups – the Byron Surf
Club Ladies, Byron Cycle Club, Bangalow Men’s Shed, Sea Change, Byron High School
and Byron Coastal Real Estate, are donating their time to help make your race most
enjoyable. We also invite you to support the local businesses while visiting the event, as
without their support and that of our sponsors, this event would not be possible.

We have also included information regarding what’s on in Byron Bay this week and
encourage you to relax and explore this wonderful community. Join the locals for swims,
rides and runs.

Good luck!

Michael Crawley | Race Director

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FRIDAY 10 MAY

Registration Open Byron Bay Surf Club
5:00pm – 7:00pm

SATURDAY 11 MAY

Registration Open Byron Bay Surf Club
8:00am – 10.30am

Transition Open Denning Park
8:00am – 10.30am (100m east of Surf Club)

Dinner & Drinks on the Verandah Byron Bay Surf Club
3.30pm – 6.00pm *cash only*

Presentations Byron Bay Surf Club
5.00pm – 6.00pm
Beach Hotel
Byron Bay Tri Pub Crawl Balcony Bar & Co.
7pm onwards… Woody’s Surf Shack

CATEGORY AGES SWIM CYCLE RUN
Juniors 7-9 100m 3km 0.5km
Big Kids 10-12 200m 6km 1km
Tempta 13+ 300m 10km 2.5km
Sprint 14+ 750m 20km 5km
Olympic 15+ 1500m 40km 10km

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When you arrive at Registration at the Byron Surf Club, you will need to sign on. Line up by
your event distance and age group, and you will be asked for your surname and then first
name. Please bring your photo ID.

If you are not a Triathlon Australia Member, you will need a One Day Licence. If you did not enter
a TA number online when you entered, the One Day Licence was automatically added to your
entry at time of purchase.

After registering, you will receive your registration pack which will include:

• Bike sticker – this is a sticky label with • Race number (bike/run) – put this on

your number on it; this should be placed your shirt (front) with safety pins or on

around your bike seat stem your race belt
• Helmet sticker – to be attached to the • Timing band – around your left ankle
• Swim cap – make sure it is the right
right side of your helmet
colour for your wave

TEAMS

• If A L L team members are annual members, no one day licence is required.
• If all team members are not annual members, then a One Day License is required for

your team’s entry.
• If you did not include a TA number when you entered, the One Day Licence was

automatically added to your entry at time of purchase.
• Note that you are only required to purchase a single One Day Licence per team entry.

If your team has purchased a One Day Licence online, it is valid for your team’s entry. If
one person in your team needs a One Day Licence, your whole team will need to hold a
One Day Licence.

• Your race bib is to be worn for your run leg
• Ensure the number stays to the front at all times to make it

easier for officials to identify you while racing
• Wear your cycle helmet sticker on the right side.
• There will be no body numbering for this event.

Results will be available online following the race at www.byronbaytri.com.au.

Remember to bring your race number. Tear off the bottom section of your race bib and place it in the box
at the finish line at the stage to be eligible to win one of the great random draw prizes. This includes the
major door prize of two fantastic bikes from Merida and many other cool prizes.
All kids will get a medal for participation upon completion of the race.
Presentations this year will be held at the Byron Bay SLSC at 5:00pm. We invite competitors, friends, and
spectators to join us!
DINNER & DRINKS ON THE VERANDAH
Supporting the Byron Bay Surf Club, join us for dinner and drinks by Eat Drink Catering on the Verandah of the
Surf Club between 3.30pm and 6.00pm. They will offer a range of curries for $10 a plate to warm you up, as
well as a bar sponsored by Coopers. Beers are by a $5 donation to the Byron Bay Surf Club.
*The payment for a meals and beers will be CASH ONLY*
The menu will be:
•Green chicken curry
•Beef Massaman
•Red Vegan curry
•Turmeric and cardamom infused rice
•Chilli on the side

WAVE START TIMES

Bikes can be retrieved from transition once the last cyclist has finished.
NOTE: The swim order is designed to allow the shorter
distance races to start first and complete a U-turn before

encountering the Olympic distance cyclists. The order is set to effectively
manage the loading on the cycle course and reduce overall road closure times.

• The transition area will be in Denning Park .

• Transition will open from 8.00am and will close at 11.00am sharp. No competitors will be
accepted after 11.00am and we cannot be responsible for late arrivals so please allow for
mishaps when making travel arrangements. Transition will re-open after the last cyclist
finishes.

• You must have the bike sticker correctly attached to your bike and a properly fastened
helmet with the helmet sticker in place prior to entering transition.

• Once in transition, place your bike on one of the racks provided – please follow the signage
for your age group. The transition area has been designed so no section gets an advantage.

• Neatly set up the rest of your race equipment and remove any non-race equipment from
transition. A bag storage room is located under the Byron SLSC.

• Familiarise yourself with the location of your bike and the entry/exit points.

• After completing the swim, take off your wetsuit (if applicable). and clip on your helmet
before touching the bike.

• Move your bike quickly out of the transition area and do not mount until after the “MOUNT
HERE” sign on the road.

• On return, dismount your bike at the end of the road before entering the transition area.

• Return your bike to the rack before you remove your helmet.

• Put on your running shoes and follow the arrows to ensure you don’t run into any other
competitors.

• At no time should you interfere with another competitor’s bike or other equipment.

• Teams will have a separate holding area; timing bands must be passed in this area.

• All bikes must be collected by 5:00pm. You must have your race bib to collect your
bike.

Timing bands go on your left ankle. Once you finish the race, return the timing chip to the
collector at the finish line. There is a $60 fee for lost chips.

You must wear the timing band at all times during the race.
• You must cross the mats at all timing locations to receive an official race time.
• The timing band must be handed in immediately after crossing the finish line.
• If you don’t race or fail to complete the course, please return the timing band to the

collectors at the finish line.
• Timing chips are non-transferable. Do not give your timing chip to any other person and be

careful not to switch timing chips with other competitors.
• Do not walk over timing mats prior to your race, as this will set off your race time.

Timing for Teams
• One band per team. The swimmer must pass on the band before the cyclist removes their

bike from the rack and the cyclist must rack their bike before passing it to the runner.

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SWIM

It is your responsibility to read the race brief All competitors must be at the swim
before you enter the water. This has all the marshalling area 30 minutes before the start
information and rules to racing you need to time. If a competitor misses his or her start
know. There are no excuses if you don’t wave, they will be able to start when they
follow regulations and are reprimanded by want but their time will be calculated from
officials. their start wave.

The swim leg is an ocean swim. The official swim cap should be visible and
clean. Stickers or other markings are not
The kids courses will be designed for allowed on the swim cap.
safety first. In calm conditions the course
will be a swim, if there is any surf it will The swim is marked with buoys. Should you
move to shallow waters for a wade. be in any kind of need; kayaks, lifeguards
and marshals will be in the water to help
All swims start on the beach in front of the you.
transition area near the Byron SLSC.
The swim start can often require some extra
Competitors are to keep the swim start area effort to reach deeper water. The Bay has
clear. Swim warm-up, if required, must take two currents (one north and one south) and
place outside the swim start area, or off to the Olympic course crosses both.
the left of the swim course.

In the event of poor weather conditions inhibiting competitors from completing the
swim, we will conduct a beach sprint in place of the swim.

Equipment

• Swim cap (yours to keep from rego) • Wet suits are only permitted if the water is

• Swim suit / tri suit (a must) less than 24 degrees. The water

• Timing chip (don’t lose this) temperature will be checked the morning of

• Sunscreen – cream up at least 30 minutes the event

before you compete

• Goggles

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Visit 21-25 Fletcher Street, Byron Bay!

The cycle course is a loop-based course which has been designed to effectively manage
loading on the road network. To ensure maximum safety for athletes, all public roads that
interfere with the course will be closed on the day.

Over-inflation is a well-known phenomenon at races and may result in a flat tyre before the
race or after the swim. Please take note of your tyre’s maximum inflation pressure to avoid
problems.

Your bike must comply with the regulations of Triathlon Australia. In short, this means that
your bike must be technically suitable and safe for a triathlon race. Disk wheels or covers are
allowed on the rear wheel only, however this provision may be changed by the race referee in
the interests of safety. Fixed-gear bicycles are not permitted.

The helmet must be fastened before removing the bike from the rack and remain so until the
bike is re-racked.

In the event of a breakdown (mechanical) on the cycle course, the helmet must remain on and
securely fastened.

Equipment • Bike Gloves (optional)
• Seat post number (definitely)
• Spare tubes / tyre lever (optional) • Race number (check)
• Bike (mandatory)
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• Bike shoes (will help)
• Water bottle (you must hydrate)
• Bike Pump (optional)

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Drafting behind or next to another bike or any other vehicle is strictly prohibited. Athletes must ride on
the left side of the road, except when passing other cyclists.

The draft zone of a competitor may not overlap the draft zone of another competitor, motorcycle or
vehicle except in the following circumstances:

a) When the competitor is in the process of legally passing another competitor, motorcycle
or vehicle:
i. for safety reasons
ii. for an aid station
iii. for entrance to or departure from a transition area
iv. in making an acute turn

b) When passing a forward competitor or motorcycle, the rear competitor is allowed a
maximum of 20 seconds to pass through the 10m draft zone and 25 seconds to pass
through the 12m draft zone. Failure to observe this may result in a penalty.

c) When passing a forward vehicle, the rear competitor is allowed a maximum of 90
seconds to pass through the draft zone. Failure to observe this may result in a penalty.

d) At every instant during the overlapping of draft zones, the rear competitor must be seen
to be gaining on the forward competitor or motorcycle or vehicle. Failure to observe this
may result in a penalty.

e) Once passed, a competitor must immediately commence to drop back out of the draft
zone of the forward competitor before attempting to re-pass.

A competitor is deemed to have been passed once the leading edge of the front wheel of the passing
bicycle has moved in front of the leading edge of the front wheel of the competitor’s bicycle. Failure to
observe this may result in a penalty.

In short:
• you have 20 seconds to pass another competitor once you have entered the draft zone
• you must be making forward progress
• you have 20 seconds to drop out of the draft zone once passed

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Once you have placed your bike on the rack During the race, athletes must wear their
and removed your helmet, put on your race number always on the front, either on
running shoes and head out along the run the shirt or kept on a belt above the waist,
course. in the centre of the body. A shirt must be
worn at all times during the run.
The run is a 2.5km long loop course, out
and back around the turn-around point. MP3 players and headphones are strictly
The number of laps you must complete will forbidden throughout the race. There will
be dependent on your division. Please refer be entertainment on the course, so enjoy
to the map on the right. the spectators who will cheer you on!

The Kids run course is straight forward. Race officials and volunteer marshals will
Both divisions, Junior and Big Kids, will only be on the course to assist with directions.
need to complete 1 lap of the course before Please follow their advice at all times.
reaching the finish.
• Running shoes (a must)
Two water stations are available - one near • Hat
the football field, and one opposite the • Sunglasses (stay cool)
transition area. When returning to the
finish, remember to veer right at the fork
towards the archway up the hill to the Surf
Club.

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Once you have completed your race, you can After you’ve finished your race, enjoy the rest
enter the recovery zone. Recovery is right of the multi-fun weekend – listen to the
after the finish line and there will be recovery crowd. Feel the emotions. This is your day!
drinks, as well as water and fruit. Don’t worry about your watch. Be a crowd
pleaser and pose for the cameras. You could
Expo stalls will be set up in the parkland. make the headlines of the evening news or
There will also be activities for the kids and make the front-cover of next year’s race
all the race presentations will be held in this magazine!
area.

We always like to have fun but this stuff is serious, so please take the time to read the
information below. It is there for you and your team mate’s safety.

• Be responsible for your own safety, the safety of your own equipment. Be considerate of
the safety of others

• No use of abusive language towards anyone
• The use of mobile phones or any electronic device is strictly prohibited during the event
• Ensure that your torso is covered for the bike and run legs
• No public nudity or urinating in public (including Transition)
• Under no circumstances are you to interfere with any other competitor’s property

Race Referee – TBC
Technical Delegate – TBC

Littering

Littering is not permitted and will result in disqualification. Please carry wrappers with you or
discard them in bins on the course.

Technical officials can assess penalties - even if the infringement is not listed - if the technical
official deems an unfair advantage has been gained or if a dangerous situation has been
created.

The penalty box is located at the Transition gate under the red tent.

Penalty box infractions – 3 minutes
• drafting
• illegal passing

Stop/Start Penalty
• Cycle course: report to the penalty box and advise the official that you are serving a
stop/start penalty
• Run course/transition: issued on the spot
• Blocking

The official will serve a penalty by doing the following:
• sound a whistle or horn
• show a blue or yellow card
• call your number
• advise you of the penalty
• if you are shown a Red card, you may be disqualified

If you are shown a red card or fail to attend the penalty box, a violation report will be filled out
and submitted to the Race Referee

The Race Referee will assess your disqualification and rule accordingly

All disqualifications will be posted on the penalty notice board after the finish

For further information please read the Triathlon Australia Race Competition
Rules available from the Triathlon Australia website.

Trained staff, the police and volunteers will You are expected to follow directions and
be on the course, giving you directions and instructions from race officials, race
clearing traffic. They will be there for your marshals, the police and volunteers. Failure
safety at all times. to do so may cause disqualification from the
race.
The roads are closed thanks to the
extensive use of traffic control, road cones Only a Race Official, the Race Director or
and road signs. However, on race day, First Aid has ultimate and final authority to
regular traffic will be crossing the cycle remove an athlete from the race if the
course at relevant places. Traffic will be athlete is considered to be physically
guided and regulated by traffic officials at all incapable of continuing the race without risk
times. of serious injury or death.

For your own safety, please pay attention If you decide to withdraw from the race at
when crossing roads and making left and any time, it is your responsibility to report it
right turns. to the finish line.

Water Safety

Byron Surf Life Saving Club will be manning the water to ensure the safety of all the participants in
the swim., as well as Little Ripper Dronespatrolling from the air with drones.All participants must go
around the buoys as indicated in the swim map and are expected to act in a responsible manner. A
swimmer cannot be towed during the race unless they are withdrawing from the race.

It is advised that all competitors have a personal insurance for the duration of the event.
Competitors will be covered only through the Triathlon Australia insurance policy ifthey
have a TA licence number or have paid their one-day licence fee.

Police

Police presence will be evident at the triathlon. The organisers are currently working with the local NSW
to ensure maximum safety to residents, competitors andspectators.

PARKING

Race Day Parking will be available in Butler Street Reserve (site of the Byron Bay Sunday
Markets).
Gates open at 7.30am; parking entry is just off Sommerset Street.
The registration/transition is located about 500m from the parking area.

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There is a bag store for competitors in the Byron Bay Surf Club next to
Registration. Although the area will be staffed, we take no responsibility for lost or
damaged goods and do not recommend leaving valuables in your bag. The store
room will be open from 8.00am Saturday and will close one hour after the last
competitor is finished.

Permanent toilets are available in the Byron Bay Surf Club, and in the parkland
north of the Surf Club. There are also toilets available on the run course at the
Byron Youth Centre on Gilmore Street.

Prerequisite

The Byron Bay Triathlon is for the competitive and social participant. We want
to give everyone a go and have some fun; however, you must have done some
training prior to competing in the event. We want you to enjoy the tri, so you
must be physically capable to complete your nominated distances within a
reasonable time frame. If you are not sure and need some pointers, call the
office and we will suggest some experts in the field to guide your training needs.

If you have issues prior to the event day contact the office: 1300 282 949. If your
question/problem is technical regarding the competition on race day you will be
directed to the Chief Official.

The Chief Official will have the final call on any penalties and final results. Please direct
all timing disputes to the Chief Official at the finish line. As a base go to the Finish Line
area, where event staff will be able to answer anyquestions.

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