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ITU WORLD TRIATHLON | YOKOHAMA

2016 AGE GROUP

ATHLETE GUIDE English


This guide to participation contains cautions and essential information for the event. Be sure to make time to read it carefully before taking part.

To the Athletes P.1

● Introduction

● Be sure to read

Event Overview P.2

● Event Summary

● Event Overview

Cautions for the Race P.8 ~ P.9

● Swim cap

● Swim goggles

● Wetsuit

● Bike

● Race number

● Bike shoes, running shoes

● Racewear

● Flow of events through the main event

● Enclosures

● Final decision regarding events

Enclosure P.10 ~ P.11

● Wristband

● Race number

● Race number stickers

● Body number stickers

● Guide to participation

● Participant’s T-shirt

● Health check sheet

● Expo ticket

Confirmation of things needed for

competition P.13

● Bike/helmet/cycle computer

● Wetsuit

● Racewear

● Regarding tattoos

● Bike shoes, running shoes

● Swim cap

Flow of events up through the

beginning of the event P.14

Day before the event P.15

What to do by the day before the

event P.12

● Taking care of your health

● Checking the course rules and other competition

information

● Checking the access route to the venue and the times

● Checking belongings

Event Schedule P.3 ~ P.4

● 14 May (Sat): Schedule for the day before the event

● 15 May (Sun): Schedule on the day of the event

● Advance athlete registration/map of race briefing

venue

Course maps P.5 ~ P.7

● Age course map

● Age paratriathlon course map

● Swimming course map

● Transition area

Flow of events on the day of the

event P.16 ~ P.22

Events P.23 ~ P.27

● Bike

● Run

● Finish

● Aid station

● Medal ceremony

● Results

● Bike deposit

● Mechanic service

● Commemorative gift (limited to women participants)

● Other

EXPO P.28

Other P.29

WITH THANKS TO OUR

PARTNERS P.30


Some 1,600 athletes will participate in this event.

Various regulations will apply, as the event uses public roads.

Failure to observe the times indicated in the event schedule may result in being denied permission to compete.

As well, it is essential as a competitor to be familiar with the competition rules.

In order to compete safely and appropriately, make sure you understand the competition course and its regulations.

The event staff and volunteers are looking forward to welcoming you on the day.

● Confirm the competition course in the guide to participation in advance. As well, the number of laps for each

component is left to the athletes’ own responsibility. Athletes with not enough laps will be considered DNF.

● Competitors may not compete with the support or aid of third parties (other competitors, coaches, supporters, etc.).

Support may be received from event staff, etc. at official aid stations only.

● Supporters and non-competing athletes may not enter the competition course.

● Tattoos must be completely hidden under uniforms during competition. If tattoos are down to the wrist, competitors

must wear long sleeves throughout the swim, bike, and run. Individual tattoos must also be covered with taping,

etc.

● For athletes’ safety, headphones, earphones, and cameras may not be used during competition.

● Yamashita Pier may be entered only on the day of the race with permission for use as the competition

course. Do not enter outside the race.

Health

● On the day of the event, you may be asked to see a doctor according to your health check sheet, and depending

on the doctor’s judgment, you may then be required to refrain from competition.

● If you are uncertain about continued competition due to poor health, remember that retiring from competition is

also a courageous decision.

● In the triathlon, with its wide-ranging competition course including the swim, risks are always present. Always be

aware of the risks and make the appropriate judgments during competition.

● Keep your own pace and make sure you are well hydrated and taking in enough sodium.

* Water and sports drinks are available at the aid stations.

■ Swim: Swim gathering area and swim finish

■ Bike: Within Yamashita Pier, pit-stop style

■ Run: Four locations within the course [in front of the swim start area, in front of the Hikawa Maru, Yamashita

Pier, Zo-no-hana Park and after the finish]

Safety

● In emergencies, the competition may be cancelled even in the middle of events.

● Hazardous or obstructive actions are prohibited. Do not try to force your way ahead of other competitors, but judge

their course with priority and maintain a safe and smooth flow of competition.

Competition

Weather

● Depending on weather conditions, if the competition is changed, referees will explain the situation at the previous-

day race briefing or before the start of competition on the day itself.

● There may be sudden changes due to weather even after the start of competition, including cancellation.

▶ Introduction

▶ Be sure to read

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▶ Event Summary

This is the seventh year of the World Triathlon Championships Yokohama, first held in 2009 to mark the 150th

anniversary of Yokohama’s opening as a port.

Yokohama is one of just 10 cities in which the World Triathlon series is held, and the sight of athletes from

throughout the world racing through the town has become one of the city’s memorable sights. For this year’s event, we are applying ISO20121 certification towards becoming a triathlon city with sustainable

consideration of the environment, contribution to regional society, and ripple effects on regional economies. As we prepare for the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics and Paralympics and the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and

Paralympics, this year’s 2016 World Triathlon Series Yokohama will contribute to the success of these festivals of

sports and peace and to Yokohama’s Olympic legacy.

▶ Event Overview

Event Dates May 14th (Sat) and 15th (Sun), 2016 May 14th (Sat) Elite Paratriathlon / Elite Women’s / Men’s May 15th (Sun) Age (Standard Distance / Sprint Distance) / Relay / Age Paratriathlon

Event Location Yokohama City Yamashita Park Area Special Venue (Yamashita Park Start/Finish)

Sponsor International Triathlon Union (ITU) World Triathlon Series Yokohama Organizational Committee [ [Constituent Organizations] Japan Triathlon Union, Yokohama Sports Association, Nikkan Sports Shinbunsha, etc.]

Organizer Kanagawa Triathlon Union

Additional Sponsors

Ministry of the Environment, Japan Tourism Agency, MLIT, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan Olympic Committee, Japan Sports Association, Japan Para-Sports Association, Japan Paralympic Committee, Yokohama Chamber of Commerce, Kanagawa Association of Corporate Executives, Kanagawa-ken Employer’s Association, Yokohama Banking Association, Yokohama Harbor Transportation Association, Port of Yokohama Promotion Association, Junior Chamber International Yokohama, Yokohama Free Trade Association, Japan Association for the Promotion of Creative Events, Radio Japan, FM Yokohama, Kanagawa Shinbunsha, NHK Yokohama Broadcasting, TV Kanagawa

Support Japan Sport Council, Yokohama Children Sports Foundation, Mizuno Sports Promotion Foundation

Information for the World Promoting city sales through expressing the attractions of Yokohama to the world in various media, including image distribution, television broadcasts, and event websites.

Realizing the Triathlon City Aiming to realize “Yokohama, the triathlon city” in which the triathlon is an unforgettable image of the city of Yokohama, continuing with events which contribute to regional society.

Promotion and Enrichment of the Paratriathlon

Promoting sports for the disabled through continuing with the paratriathlon, which will first appear as an official event at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Paralympics.

Promotion of Sports Tourism

Working towards a framework for the enjoyment of regional tourism and gourmet eating, through the visits of triathletes and their families and friends as well as spectators from within Japan and abroad.

Event Management with Environmental Sensitivity

Aiming to reduce the environmental burden through maintenance of Yokohama Harbor water quality among other things, as well as cleaning up Yamashita Park and Yokohama Port, beginning the social experiment “Yokohama Blue Carbon Business” as global warming countermeasures.

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Information for the

World

(Worldwide PR for

international

Yokohama)

Promotion and

Enrichment of the

Paratriathlon

(promotion of sports

for the disabled)

Event Management with Environmental

Sensitivity (approaches to

sustainable world environmentalism)

Promotion of Sports

Tourism

(revitalizing Yokohama)

Realizing the

Triathlon City

Yokohama

(increased interest in

sports)


Time Content Venue

8:00 ~ 19:30 EXPO Open Yamashita Park Special Venue

15:00 ~ 19:30 Race Briefing Registration Yokohama Port Opening Memorial Hall

15:50 ~ 19:45 Bike Deposit / Mechanic Service Yamashita Park (Transition area)

16:30 ~ 17:15 Race Briefing (Japanese (1)) Auditorium, Room 6

17:00 ~ 18:00 Age Para Race Briefing Room 7

17: 30 ~ 18:15 Race Briefing (Japanese (2)) Auditorium

17: 30 ~ 18:15 Race Briefing (English (1)) Room 9

18:30 ~ 19:15 Race Briefing (Japanese (3)) Auditorium

19:30 ~ 20:15 Race Briefing (Japanese (4)) Auditorium

Time Content Place

06:00 ~ Paratriathlon Competitor Registration / Transition Open

Yamashita Park (Transition area)

06:00 ~ 15:00 Mechanic Service Yamashita Park

06:30 ~ General / Relay Competitor Registration Yamashita Park

06:30 ~ 15:00 Luggage Deposit Yamashita Park

07:00 Traffic Restrictions Begin Bike/Run Course

07:00 Age Paratriathlon Start Ceremony Yamashita Park (Start area)

07:15 Age Paratriathlon Competition Start Racecourse

07:45 Age Triathlon Start Ceremony Yamashita Park (Start area)

08:00 Standard Distance / Relay Competition Start Racecourse

08:00 ~ 15:00 EXPO Yamashita Park (EXPO)

11:00 ~ Sprint Distance Competition Start Racecourse

13:00 Traffic Restrictions Finish Bike/Run Course

14:00 ~ Medal Ceremony Yamashita Park (Awards Stage)

May 14th (Sat) Schedule for Day Before Event

May 15th (Sun) Schedule for the Day of Events

Event

Note * Competitors must attend the race briefings in order to participate in the events. Be sure to attend one of

the meetings.

(Congestion is predicted for Japanese (1) and (2). When capacity is exceeded, participants will be asked to

wait for the next meeting.

* Capacity for each meeting: 480)

Note * There is no bicycle parking for the race briefings or in the venue area. As well, bikes may not be

brought into the race briefing venues. Please use public transportation to attend.

Thank you for your cooperation.

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▶ Map for Previous Day Competitor Race Briefing Venues

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Race Briefing schedule

〔Japanese〕〔English〕

1回目 16:30－17:15 Only once briefing time 17:30－18:15 （Final）

2回目 17:30－18:15

3回目 18:30－19:15

4回目 19:30－20:15

Para Race Briefing Schedule One meeting only, 17:00 ~ 18:00

Event Main Venue EXPO Area

Yamashita Park --> Port Opening Memorial Hall (distance: 1 km, 12 minutes on foot) Because the race briefings are located among public roads and footwalks, bikes cannot be parked there. (Port Opening Memorial Hall)

Yokohama

Customs

Age Transition


▶ Age Course Map

▶ Age Paratriathlon Course Map

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ITU WORLD TRIATHLON | YOKOHAMA 6

▶ Swim Course Map

Lifesavers x 19

Rescue boats (IRB) x 6

Divers x 6

Buoy

<Swim Course>

1 lap/750 m

Legend

Water bikes x 3

Guard boats x 3

Guard assistance boat (Ports

and Harbors Bureau) x 1

Triangle buoy


Relay zone

Run direction

Bike direction

Para

Tra

nsitio

n

D C B A

Mount line

(bike mounting line)

Dismount line

(bike dismounting line)

▶ Transition Area

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● Only triathlon-dedicated bikes or road racers may be used. (in accordance with the JTU competition regulations.)

● Aerobars or rear-wheel disc wheels may be mounted. (in accordance with the JTU competition regulations.)

● Bikes with fixed gears (piste bikes) may not be used. As well, bikes without brakes on front or rear wheels may not be used.

● Bikes will not be examined at the venue. We recommend having your bike examined and upkept at a specialist shop beforehand. Mechanic service will be available next to the transition area on the day of the events, but only simple maintenance will be provided.

[ (Bike mechanic service fee: 1000 yen/time) See P.26 for details]

● Helmets will be checked at bike deposit and check-in.

● Only bike competition helmets according to the JTU competition regulations may be worn. Aero-type helmets are also permitted.

● Make sure that helmet straps are not loose, and apply the race number stickers to the bike’s left side and the helmet’s front and right sides beforehand.

(see image on P.10)

● We recommend mounting a cycle computer.

● This event is a lap course. Mechanical measurement will be done with measuring chips, but athletes will not be informed in real time. Please confirm your own lap counts. (Please note that athletes with insufficient lap count will be considered DNF.)

● This event requires wetsuits to be worn.

● Competitors must wear wetsuits for triathlons or for swimming (thickness 5 mm or less).

● Ordinary bathing suits may not be worn.

● Rubber wetsuit headcaps may be worn. However, the official event bathing cap must be worn over these.

● The event organizers do not provide vaseline etc.

● According to JTU competition regulations, racewear with a front fastener is prohibited.

● It is prohibited to compete naked to the waist or with racewear on one side of the body only.

● There is a changing room in the transition area. Clothes may be changed during the transitions between sections.

● Place race numbers so that they can be seen from behind for the bike section and from the front for the run.

● 8 safety pins are included, but we recommend the use of a race number belt.

● Be sure to put emergency contact information on the back of the race number in advance.

● It is prohibited to take part in the bike and run competitions without wearing shoes.

● Will be handed out in exchange for “health check sheets” at competitor registration on the day.

● Double bathing caps may be worn, but the event official bathing cap must be worn on top.

● Athletes who have reclused themselves from competition or been asked upon conference with a doctor not to compete will receive caps at the “General Guide Tent” after the competition concludes.

● This event is an open water swim. We recommend the use of swim goggles with more or less transparent lenses.

▶ Bathing caps

▶ Swim goggles

▶ Wetsuits

▶ Bikes

▶ Race numbers

▶ Bike shoes, running shoes

▶ Racewear

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Day of Event

[May 15th (Sun)]

Event Schedule

Flow of Events on the Day of Event

Competition

EXPO

Details: P.3

Details: P.16 ~ P.22

Details: P.22 ~ P.27

Details: P.28

Day Before Event

[May 14th (Sat)]

Previous Day Competitor Registration

Previous Day Race Briefings

What to do by the day before the event

Details: P.15

Details: P.15

Details: P.12

Final decision regarding events

The events may be cancelled in the case of bad weather, earthquakes, tsunamis and so on. As

well, Competition contents may be changed or cancelled when it has been judged that

competitors’ safety cannot be guaranteed. Information on this will be made public as below.

■ Internet

May 15th, 2016 (Sun)

5:00 ● Event official website http://yokohamatriathlon.jp/wts/index.html

■ Social media

May 15th, 2016 (Sun)

5:00 ● Event official Twitter @YTRIATHLON ● Event official Facebook Yokohama Triathlon

List of enclosures (*details: P.10 ~ P.11)

□ Guide to participation

□ Safety pins

□ Health check sheet

□ Race number stickers □ Wristband □ Race number

Flow of Events through the Main Event

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Wristband (1 per person) 1

* For the relay, one wristband for each team member will be enclosed.

● The wristband acts as the ID card required for entrance to the race briefings and the transition areas, as well

as for checking race numbers at the transition bike pick-up point.

● Always wear the wristband during the event period [14th (Sat) and 15th (Sun)], including during the race.

● These are stickers, and cannot be easily removed once stuck on.

● If they are lost, we will reissue them as below.

Race number stickers (2 for helmet, 1 for bike)

● These stickers bear the race number.

・ A: for bike

・ B: race number sticker for helmet

Be sure to stick them on before the bike check-in at the transition area.

[Sticker Locations]

・ Front and left and right sides of helmet

・ Stick the sticker onto the bike frame or seat pillar so that the number can be confirmed from both sides.

* A referee will check at the entrance to the transition area whether the stickers are properly affixed.

・ C: race number sticker for luggage

Stick it on the plastic bag for luggage and deposit it with the luggage deposit tent.

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Race numbers (2, with 8 safety pins)

● On the day of the event, put on the race number with a race number belt to compete. ● Be sure to write emergency contact information for the day of the race on the back of the race number.

(contact information for someone other than the competitor)

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■ Image

Image

Body number stickers

● Body number stickers are used for this event.

● Read carefully the “Affixation method” enclosed.

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A

B

Image

C

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[Age General] [Age Charity] [2015 Age Ranking Champions

(by age group)] [The back of the race number,

same for all]


Guide to participation

This guide to participation contains precautions and important information for competition in the event. Be sure to make time to read it carefully before taking part. As well, bring it with you to the race briefing.

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Health check sheet (day of event)

● Check your own health on the day of the event, and submit the sheet to the competitor registration tent on the day of the event. [Required]

● You will receive a bathing cap in exchange for the health check sheet. ● Competitors thought to have health problems will be asked to see a doctor. ● Competitors may be asked not to compete according to the doctor’s judgment. Please note that

competitors will be required to comply with the doctor’s instructions.

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Competitor T-shirt

This is a commemoration of participation. * The size is that given at the time of application. Sizes may not be changed. Thank you for your

understanding.

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EXPO ticket

This is a 1000-yen ticket for the EXPO Area to be set up in Yamashita Park on the 14th and 15th.

We encourage you to visit the EXPO and enjoy it. [* See P.28 for details]

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Regarding reissuance of (1), (2), (3), and (4)

If you have lost your (1) wristband, (2) race number, (3) race number stickers, or (4) body number stickers... They will be reissued as follows. However, each number will be all handwritten. Thank you for your understanding. ■ Date of reissuance May 14th (Sat) at the race briefing venue (Yokohama Port Opening Memorial Hall Room 1/Service

counter) May 15th (Sun) at the day of event competitor registration (next to Yamashita Park transition area/in

front of stone stage) ■ Things required for reissuance ・ JTU membership card ・ Driver’s license, insurance ID, or other proof of identity * ID check will take place. Be sure to bring these with you.

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Participation in the event should involve full consideration for health management, such as sufficient training and

advance checkups.

Avoid drinking alcohol on the previous day, and get enough sleep. If you feel unwell, cancel your

participation without forcing yourself to compete. It is extremely important to manage your own physical

and mental health when taking part in a race.

The sponsor will carry out emergency first aid for illness, injury, or other accidents, but takes no responsibility

other than that.

For reasons of safety, when a referee, a doctor, a nurse, or a first aid staff member has judged continued

competition impossible, the competitor will be required to cease participation.

● Check the course map in advance and make sure you understand the route and transition areas that you will cover,

as well as the number of laps.

● Make sure you understand the precautions for participation in advance.

● Participation in the race briefing on the day before the event is required. (See P.15 for details)

● On the day of the event, extreme congestion around the venue is foreseen.

● Make sure you have plenty of time to get there. Latecomers to the registration will not be able to compete.

● It is required to check in with the event day competitor registration and the bike check-in before the start. Make

sure you understand the process in advance.

□ This pamphlet (Guide to

participation)

□ Race number belt

□ Racewear

□ Goggles

□ Health insurance card or

copy thereof

□ Health check sheet

□ Race number stickers

□ Bike

□ Hat

□ Watch

□

□ Wristband

□ Bike shoes

□ Helmet

□ Towel

□ Tools, etc.

□ Race number

□ Running shoes

□ Wetsuit

□ Extra gear for

warmth

□ Hydration

This list is for reference only.

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▶ Bike / Helmet / Cycle computer

★ Bike

● Only triathlon-dedicated bikes or road racers may be used.

* Aerobars or rear-wheel disc wheels may be mounted.

* Bikes with fixed gears (piste bikes) may not be used. As well, bikes without brakes on front or rear wheels may

not be used.

● Bikes will not be examined at the venue.

In order to compete safely, be sure to have your bike checked and upkept at a specialist shop beforehand.

★ Helmets

● Helmets will be checked at bike deposit and check-in.

* Only bike competition helmets according to the JTU competition regulations may be worn (aerotype helmets are

also permitted)

● Adjust the helmet strap in advance to avoid looseness.

★ Cycle computer (recommended)

The bike course for this event is 6.6 km per lap, with 6 laps for the standard and 3 laps for the sprint. Mechanical

measurement will be done with measuring chips, but athletes will not be informed of their lap counts in real time.

● Remember to set your bike at the transition area and then reset the distance display.

★ Other

Bikes may not have plastic water bottles mounted.

Hydration during the bike competition may be done with dedicated bottles or at the aid station within the course.

▶ Wetsuits (thickness 5 mm or less)

● The water temperature on the day of the race is foreseen to be roughly 17°C. According to local rules, wetsuits are

required for this event.

● Wetsuits are to be 5 mm in thickness or less, triathlon wetsuits or swimming wetsuits, fitting the competitor’s body

closely but not too tightly. * Bathing suits and second suits may not be worn.

● Rubber wetsuit headcaps may be worn. In this case, the official event bathing cap must be worn over these.

● Hot cream or Vaseline, etc. will not be provided by the event organizers. If you need it, please bring it yourself.

▶ Racewear

Trisuits with front fasteners are prohibited.

Please select racewear that fastens in the back or not at all.

▶ Regarding tattoos

Tattoos must be completely hidden under wetsuits or competition uniforms during competition.

* Tattoos down to the wrist must be covered with long sleeves, and individual tattoos must also be covered with

taping, etc.

* Momentary exposure during transitions will be considered acceptable.

▶ Bike shoes, running shoes

It is prohibited to take part in the bike and run competitions in bare feet.

▶ Bathing caps

● These will be provided on the morning of the event, in exchange for “health check sheets,” at the tent next to the

transition area/in front of the Yamashita Park stone stage. Be sure that the bathing cap provided is worn on top.

● Bathing caps will be the same color as wristbands.

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Arrival of guide to participation

(late April)

Previous day competitor race

briefings

(5/14)

See P.15 for details

Event day competitor registration

(5/15)

* Health check sheet hand-in /

exchange for bathing caps


Transition setup

(5/15)


Start Ceremony

(5/15)

Competition Start

(5/15) See P.18 for details

* required

* required

* required

Medal Ceremony

(5/15)


Flow of events up through the beginning of the event

Bike Deposit / Mechanic Service

(5/14)


* optional

Luggage Deposit

(5/15) See P.19 for details

* optional

Bike pick-up

(5/15)


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Previous day competitor registration [Required] 15:00 ~ 19:30

▶ Venue: Yokohama Port Opening Memorial Hall

● Registration will take place at the Yokohama Port Opening Memorial Hall by waves. Please bring the wristband

sent to you in advance.

● If your wristband did not arrive or has been lost, the service counter at the same venue will handle it.

Race Briefings [Required] (each meeting lasts about 45 minutes)

▶ Venue: Yokohama Port Opening Memorial Hall

● Same for standard, sprint, and relay

● Race briefings will be held by the Kanagawa Triathlon Union.

● When capacity is exceeded, competitors will be asked to wait for the next briefing. Congestion is

foreseen for the first and second Japanese briefings.

● Competition organizers will handle questions for the race briefings or other competition-related issues.

Venue Race Briefing Schedule [* Please be on time]

1st 2nd 3rd 4th

Auditorium Japanese 16:30 ~ 17:30 ~ 18:30 ~ 19:30 ~

Room 9

[2nd floor] English 17:30 ~

Room 7 [2nd floor] 17:00 ~ Age Paratriathlon Race Briefing

Room 1 [1st floor] 15:00 ~ 20:00 Competitor registration/Service counter

Room 3 [1st floor] 16:00 ~ 20:00 Triathlon competitor consultation area

■ Race Briefings

Flow of events on the day before the event [May 14th (Sat)]

● Be sure to attend one of the above four briefings (one in English). ● Participation in the race briefing is required. ● For relay participants, all team members must attend. As a rule, attendance by proxy will not be

permitted. ● Each race briefing has capacity for 480. ● Organization tickets will be handed out on the day, and competitors will be directed to subsequent

briefings when capacity has been reached. ● Congestion is foreseen for the first and second Japanese briefings. ● There is no car or bicycle parking for race briefings. Please use public transportation to attend. In addition, bike deposit will begin at 15:50 in the Yamashita Park transition area. (See P.26 for details) ● Questions at the race briefings or regarding other competition issues will be handled at the Triathlon

Competition Consultation Area in the same venue, Room 3, 1st floor.

▶ Attendance by bike

● There is no bicycle parking for Yokohama Port Opening Memorial Hall. Please note that attending by bike will not be possible.

● Thank you for your cooperation with bike depositing, the use of public transport, and/or attendance on foot. ● Bikes may not be ridden within Yamashita Park. Please dismount and push the bike. ● The Road and Transportation Act forbids riding a bike after imbibing alcohol or without lights. ● During the event period, always wear a helmet when riding a bike.

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Attention! ! Be sure to read this.


Group Start Wave Registration Time

TRI TRI 06:00 ~ 06:15

A Wave 1 ~ Wave 3 06:30 ~ 07:00

B Wave 4 ~ Wave 6 06:30 ~ 08:00

C Wave 7 ~ Wave 9 06:30 ~ 09:00

D Wave 10 ~ Wave 14 06:30 ~ 10:00

Flow of Events on the Day of the Event [May 15th (Sun)]

Venue Next to the transition area, the tent in front of Yamashita Park stone stage

Cautions

● Competitors in the race (including the relay) must all fill out and submit the “health check sheet.”

● Competitors will receive bathing caps by wave in exchange for the “health check sheet,” which

are to be worn during the race.

● Competitors feeling unwell or concerned on the day of the race should consult with a doctor.

Event day competitor registration [Required] Health check sheet hand-in/exchange for bathing caps

* Times will vary according to competing wave. See below.

Wristband Bathing cap color

Wave [Age (Paratriathlon)] Wave [Age (General/Relay)]

Red TRI1 6

Blue 2, 8, 11

White GUIDE, HANDLER 5, 9, 12

Orange 7, 10

Yellow TRI2, TRI3, TRI4, TRI5 1

Green TRI-6 4, 14

Pink 3, 13

6:00 ~ Bike check-in, transition, bike pick-up

Date and time

May 15th (Sun) 6:00 ~

Venue Transition area

Cautions

▶ Bike check-in ● Transition areas open at 6:00. On the day of the event, transition areas may be entered only at

the times on the following page, excepting during competition. ● Apply body number stickers to both upper arms beforehand. ● A wristband is required to enter the transition area.

▶ Transition setup ● Belongings not required for competition may not be left in the transition area. Please leave them

at the Luggage Deposit. ● Non-competitors may not enter the transition area. ● Race number stickers are affixed to the bike racks. ● Bike racks are to be used alternately from each side. (See next page) ● Wetsuits can be slippery when stepped on. Do not allow them to extend into the passageway. As well, it is prohibited to hang them directly on the bike racks.

▶ Bike pick-up ● When picking up bikes, race number stickers on bike helmets and wristbands will be checked

by referees. Do not remove the race number stickers until pickup is complete.

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Wave Bike setup time Bike pick-up time

Age Para（TRI） 6:00 ~ 6:30 12:50 ~ 15:00

Group A (1 ~ 3) 6:00 ~ 7:15 12:50 ~ 15:00

Group B (4 ~ 6) 6:00 ~ 8:15 12:50 ~ 15:00

Group C (7 ~ 9) 6:00 ~ 9:15 12:50 ~ 15:00

Group D (10 ~ 14) 6:00 ~ 10:15 12:50 ~ 15:00

How to put your bicycle in the bike rack

<-- Looking at the race number sticker from the front, set the saddle in

the bike rack so that the handlebars are in front.

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Group Start Wave Swim check-in time

TRI TRI 06:45 ~ 07:00

A Wave 1 ~ Wave 3 07:30 ~ 07:45

B Wave 4 ~ Wave 6 08:30 ~ 08:45

C Wave 7 ~ Wave 9 09:30 ~ 09:45

D Wave 10 ~ Wave 14 10:30 ~ 10:45

Swim check-in [Required] * Times will vary according to competing waves. See below

Date and time

May 15th (Sun) As below

Venue Near swim venue

Cautions

● Measurement chips (ankle bands) will be distributed at the swim check-in. ● Once entered, the swim check-in area may not be left until the start. Please gather at the swim check-in area after completing all preparations. ● Toilets and aid stations are available within the swim check-in area. ● It is roughly 400 m from the transition area to the swim check-in area. Take care to remember wetsuits, goggles, and bathing caps. * For competitors wearing glasses to compete, a glasses deposit area is located at the swim finish point. Be careful to pick up the correct glasses.

Starting Ceremony

The Starting Ceremony will be held at the swim check-in area.

Wave Time

Age Paratriathlon 7:00 ~

Age (General / Relay) 7:45 ~

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Flow of Events for the Day of the Event [May 15th (Sun)]


Category Group Time Wave Category Bathing Cap Race Number

Age Para TRI 7:15 TRI

TRI-1 Red 11 ~ 13

TRI-2

Yellow

21 ~ 22

TRI-3 31 ~ 35

TRI-4 41 ~ 43

TRI-5 51

TRI-6 Green 61 ~ 67

GUIDE White GUIDE

Handler HANDLER

Standard Men

A

8:00 1

M-19

Yellow 1001 ~ 1165 M20 ~ 24

M25 ~ 29

M30 ~ 34

8:05 2 M35 ~ 39 Blue 2001 ~ 2146

8:10 3 M50 ~ 54 Pink 3001 ~ 3152

B

9:00

4 ~ 6 M40 ~ 49

Green 4001 ~ 4133

9:05 White 5001 ~ 5133

9:10 Red 6001 ~ 6133

C

10:00 7

M55 ~ 59

Orange 7001 ~ 7139

M60 ~ 64

M65 ~ 69

M70 ~ 74

M75 ~ 79

M80 ~

Standard Women 10:05 8 F40 ~ Blue 8001 ~ 8131

10:10 9

F-39

White

9001 ~ 9073

Relay

Relay (Women) 9101 ~ 9102

Relay (Mixed) 9201 ~ 9212

Relay (Men) 9301 ~ 9321

Sprint Men

D

11:00 10

M-19

Orange 101 ~ 192 M20 ~ 29

M30 ~ 39

11:05 11 M40 ~ 44 Blue 201 ~ 249

11:10 12 M45 ~ 49 White 301 ~ 347

11:15 13

M50 ~ 59

Pink 401 ~ 478 M60 ~ 69

M70 ~

Sprint Women 11:20 14 Women Green 501 ~ 549

Competition Start * Times will vary according to competing wave. See below.

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Date and

time May 15th (Sun) 6:30 ~ 16:00

Venue Near transition areas * Also near the finish area, for women only

Cautions

● When changing clothes, use the changing tents (separated by gender).

● During the race (including before and after), it is prohibited to expose the naked torso area within

the course or the venues.

● Changing tents separated by gender are located within the transition areas. Please use these

tents during the race (including before and after).

● Luggage must be left with the Luggage Deposit.

* Please take care of your own valuables.

6:30 ~ 16:00 Changing tents

Date and

time May 15th (Sun) 6:30 ~ 16:00

Venue Men: Near the transition area Women: Near the finish

Cautions

● Put belongings in plastic bags for deposit, after checking that the bags bear stickers with clearly

visible race numbers.

● Please show your wristband when reclaiming belongings. (Valuables may not be deposited)

6:30 ~ 15:00 Luggage deposit

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Men’s luggage

deposit

Men’s

changing tent

Women’s

changing tent


★ Swim

Competitors will enter the water from the pontoons to a floating start, and start the race in waves according to the horn signals. * Competitors who are uneasy about floating may hold onto the pontoons. Each wave has its own color of bathing caps. The standard course is two laps of 750 m and the sprint course is one lap of 750, both clockwise. * Jumping in is prohibited during the laps. Use the slope to leave the water during the laps and at the finish.

● The swim competition must be finished within the time limit to continue to the next competition. (See “Swim cutoff” below.) ● Even within the swim time limit, competitors may be urged to stop or retire from competition if staff such as referees

or lifesavers have judged it dangerous or difficult for them to continue. In this case, always follow the directions given.

● In the standard category, if the time required for the first lap exceeds 22 minutes 30 seconds, it will be judged that completing the course within the time limit is difficult, and referees will urge competitors to retire [TOV status]. Immediately follow referees’ directions.

Events

Category Time limit

Swim time limit Standard (750 m x 2 laps) 45 min (1 lap: 22 min 30 sec) after start

Sprint (750 m x 1 lap) 25 min after start

[Safety measures for the swim] ● There will be many staff stationed at the swim course for the event, including lifesavers, divers, doctors, nurses,

EMTs, referees and others, observing the competitors from water and land. ● If you need rescue, signal by waving a hand above your head. A rescue boat or water bike will come to help you. ● During laps and swim finish, referees and other staff on the pontoons may speak to competitors to confirm health

status. ● If you feel unwell, do not force yourself, but have the courage to retire.

■ The cutoff will be applied strictly at time limits of 22 minutes 30 seconds for the standard first lap and 45 minutes for the second lap, and 25 minutes for the sprint. The standard first-lap cutoff will be when getting out of the water onto the pontoons, and the standard second-lap and sprint cut-offs will be on the pontoons by the pier; referees will require competitors to cease competition and will collect ankle bands. [TOV status will apply. ]

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Measuring mat

Second-lap sprint swim

cutoff point

First-lap Swim cutoff point


▶ Transition Area

[Bikes may not be ridden within the transition area]

● Mount your bike beyond the mount line in Yamashita Pier, and dismount before the dismount line.

● Bike riding within the transition area is prohibited.

● Tighten your helmet strap before removing your bike from the bike racks prior to the bike start, and after the bike

section return the bike to the racks before removing the helmet strap.

[Non-competitors may not enter the transition area]

● Race number stickers are affixed to the bike racks. Use the area with the number that matches yours.

● Bike racks are to be used alternately from each side. (See figure below)

● Wetsuits are slippery when stepped on. Do not allow them to extend into the passageway. As well, do not hang

them directly on the bike racks.

▶ From the swim finish to the transition area

● It is roughly 400 m from the swim finish to the transition area.

● The entire distance to the transition area is carpeted; you may run (walk) over the carpet.

● Shoes or sandals may not be worn after the swim finish.

* You may come as far as the swim check-in area in sandals, etc., but they may not be deposited.

* Write your name, etc. on shoes or sandals in order to avoid mistakes.

● Be careful to remember glasses left at the glasses deposit and to pick up the correct pair.

How to put your bicycle in the bike rack

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A B C D

Mount line Dismount line

Mount line （bike mounting line）

Dismount line （bike dismounting line）


Guiding lines from competitor reception to the swim venue

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A t t e n t i o n ! !

● As in the figure above, it is roughly 700 m from the competitor reception tent to the swim check-in point. As well, in accordance with the beginning of events, competitor guiding lines will be restricted. Expect more time required than usual to move from the competitor reception tent to the swim check-in point. Allow yourself plenty of time. ● Tardiness is not permitted at any point. ● The guiding lines for the age para competitors are different. Be sure to read the enclosed “2016 Age Para Athlete Guide”.

● Women’s changing room/luggage deposit * Changing rooms and luggage deposit areas are separated by gender. (See P.19 for details)

● Swim check-in ・ Receiving measurement chips

● Competitor reception ・Submitting health check sheets ・Receiving bathing caps ● Men’s changing room/luggage deposit * Changing rooms and luggage deposit areas are separated by gender. (See P.19 for details)

● Entrance and exit after transition setup ・ For transition setup before the start only.

● Bike check-in entrance ・ Transition setup

Entrance to the age competitors’ bike check-in

* Because this path crosses the run course, please follow the referees’ directions for the bike check-in.

Transition Exit entrance

Age Transition area


▶ Bikes

● This event includes rules prohibiting drafting. ● Except when passing, always keep left when riding bikes. ● The drafting zone is 3 m to the sides of the preceding biker’s front edge (1.5 m each to left and right) and 10 m to

the rear.

● To prevent danger, do not stop during the competition. If you are forced to stop, check behind you and move to the left to stop.

● If you drop something, continue competing as you were. It is hazardous to stop suddenly in order to pick something up, etc. (See P.27 regarding dropped objects)

● Penalized competitors may be asked to enter the penalty box during their run. ● Confirm the race numbers displayed in the penalty box and enter on your own recognizance before reaching the run

finish. (Referees will not give competitors directions) ● Competitors who reach the finish without entering the penalty box will be disqualified. Please take note.

● The aid station for the bike course is located within Yamashita Pier. You cannot receive water while biking. ● Stop (make a pit-stop) in the space in front of the aid station and fill your cycle bottle, or drink water there before

going on. * Commercially sold plastic water bottles may not be used.

● Bike lap checks will use the measurement chips attached to competitors’ ankles (ankle bands) before the start. ● The standard course is 6 laps and the sprint course 3 laps. ● We recommend mounting a cycle computer. * Remember to reset the cycle computer distance measurement before

the start.

● Because traffic restrictions will be lifted at 13:00, all bike competitions will be completed by 12:45. ● As the various erections on the road course must also be removed, competitors will not be able to begin new laps

from the Yamashita Pier branch point after 12:25.

● In an emergency, ambulances and other vehicles may enter the course. ● Bikes may be asked to stop or slow down to allow emergency vehicles to pass.

Emergency vehicles will confirm safety as they proceed; follow the nearest staff member’s directions and do not pass them.

▶ Run

Runners move on the left throughout the course. * The course (switchback point) is the same for both standard and sprint. (The number of laps is different)

Standard Transition --> Yamashita Pier switchback (1st time) --> Zo-no-hana Park switchback (1st time) --> Yamashita Pier switchback (2nd time) --> Zo-no-hana Park switchback (2nd time) --> Yamashita Pier switchback (3rd time) --> Finish

Sprint Transition --> Yamashita Pier switchback (1st time) --> Zo-no-hana Park switchback (1st time) --> Yamashita Pier switchback (2nd time) --> Finish

There are run showers at the Hikawa Maru aid station and the Yamashita Pier switchback point.

* Prohibitions Headphones, earphones, and cameras may not be mounted during competition, as they may prevent hearing directions from referees and staff and thus lead to accidents.

▶ Finish

Finishing in tandem or deliberately finishing at the same time will not be permitted (this applies to relay teams with regard to non-run competitors as well). Sunglasses and caps should be removed at the finish. After the race, measurement chips (ankle bands) will be collected. Help yourself to finishers towels, water, and sports drinks.

Category Time limit

Finish time limit Standard (Run 4 km x 2.5 laps) 3 hrs 45 min (225 min) after start

Sprint (Run 4 km x 1.25 laps) 2 hrs 00 min (120 min) after start

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▶ Aid stations

Swim Swim check-in area and swim finish

Bike 1 location: Yamashita Pier pit stop

Run

4 locations on the course

[In front of the swim start area, in front of the Hikawa Maru, Yamashita Pier, Zo-no-hana Park and

after the finish]

Remarks Each aid station offers water and sports drinks

▶ Aid station locations

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3. Yamashita Pier

4. Yamashita Pier 5. Zo-no-hana Park 1. Lawson side in

front of the balcony 6. Finish area 2. Central Square

Run Aid Before start Run

Aid After Run After Run Aid after finish

After Bike


▶ Medal Ceremony

Date and time

May 15th (Sun) 14:00 ~ * Assembly time 13:45

Venue Next to the finish area, Awards Stage

Assembly method

● After confirmation of the results [tentative], awardees should gather as below. [Assembly time: 15:45] ● The results are tentative. The finish order may be changed after all competitions have finished. ● The assembly time must be observed.

Cautions Awards will be presented for five-year age groups for the standard, 10-year age groups for the sprint, and through third place in each category for the age para and relay.

▶ Results

Date and time

May 15th (Sun)

Location In front of the event headquarters

Cautions

● News of records will be posted as they appear on the bulletin board in front of the event headquarters. Awardees should participate in the medal ceremony from 14:00.

● News of records are tentative. The finish order may be changed after all competitions have finished.

● Records and finish certificates will not be distributed on the day of the event. Official event records and finish certificates may be downloaded later on from the event website.

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★Commendation subject convened location

13:30 ●Result posting location


▶ Bike Deposit

Date and time

May 14th (Sat) 15:50 ~ 19:30

Venue Transition area (Yamashita Park)

Content

● We recommend setting up bikes and helmets in the transition area on the day before the event. This will allow you to avoid being pressed for time on the day itself, enhancing concentration on the race. ● Bikes which are poorly maintained or not within the rules may not be used in competition. ● After being checked by the referee at the transition area entrance, find the bike rack with your race number on it and set up your bike and helmet there. ● Once deposited, bikes may not be removed from the transition area until the race is finished. As well, running shoes or drinks may be put in place or tire air pressure checked during the deposit time or from 6:00 AM on the day of the race. [Wristband display required] ● The transition area will be patrolled by security guards, including at night, but make sure to lock your bike.

▶ Mechanic service (for a fee)

Date and time

May 14th (Sat) 16:30 ~ 19:00 / May 15th (Sun) 6:00 ~ 15:00

Venue Near transition area (Yamashita Park)

Content

Bikes will not be checked for maintenance at the venue bike check-in. For your own safety, have the bike checked and upkept at a specialist shop in advance. ● Mechanic service requires a fee. ● A mechanic service booth is available (for a fee) on the day before the race and the day of the race, in order to handle unexpected mechanical trouble. [Location: Yamashita Park, near transition area] ● Mechanic service includes simple maintenance and upkeep (charges: 1000 yen/time, not including parts charges). Large-scale repairs or lengthy maintenance will not be undertaken. Check and upkeep your bike, or have it done at a specialist shop in advance. ● When parts replacement is required, riders may be charged at cost. ● Tools are not available for rental or borrowing.

Bike Mechanic Tent

Age Transition area


Lost and found inquiries

World Triathlon Series Yokohama Secretariat (weekdays 9:00 ~ 17:00, not open weekends or

holidays)

Tel.: 045-680-5538 / E-mail: [email protected]

▶ Other

Date and

time 15th May (Sun)

Content

■ Valuables Deposit

● There is no arrangement for depositing valuables. Please take care of them yourself.

● For luggage deposit, see P.19 and P.22.

● Luggage other than items for use in competition may not be left within the transition area.

■ Lost and found

● A lost and found area will be at the Yamashita Park information booth.

● Please inquire as below after the event.

* Lost and found items will be kept for three months after the event. Valuables will be reported to

the police.

This event, as in the past, will offer a wonderful commemorative gift from Star Jewelry for women participants only.

[For women participants only] Commemorative gift!!

▶ Commemorative gift for women participants only

Date and

time 15th May (Sun)

Cautions

● Commemorative gifts will be limited to women competitors who finish the competition on the day

of the event.

● Gifts may be picked up after the finish at the Star Jewelry booth.

● Race numbers will be confirmed, so make sure to keep your race number on when going to

collect your gift.

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Information booth Star Jewelry booth


・ This ticket may be used for payment only.

・ This ticket may be used only at EXPO exhibition booths.

・ No change will be made for this ticket.

・ This ticket may not be sold or exchanged for money.

・ Goods purchased with this ticket may not, as a rule, be returned.

・ This ticket may not be reissued.

EXPO tickets (vouchers) will be distributed to participants in the Age group for use at the EXPO venue exhibition booths. Have fun!

Visit the EXPO to find out what’s so great about Yokohama and the triathlon! Plentiful stage events and exhibition booths. Make the Yokohama event even more fun. Anyone can take part.

Triathlon and Sports Zone

Food and Drink Zone

Lifestyle Zone

Food Truck Zone

5/14 18:00－ and 5/15 11:00－ two times


Inquiries

Inquiries about the event

World Triathlon Series Yokohama Secretariat Nissei Yokohama Onoe Bldg. 3rd Fl., 6-81 Onoe-cho, Naka-ku, Yokohama 231-0015

Tel.: 045-680-5538 / Fax: 045-641-2371 (Weekdays 9:00 ~ 17:15, closed weekends and holidays)

E-mail: [email protected]

Website: http://yokohamatriathlon.jp/wts/index.html

Inquiries about traffic restrictions

Yokohama City Call Center Tel.: 045-664-2525 (8:00 ~ 21:00, open all year round)

Item Content

Concerning personal information The sponsor is aware of the importance of personal information and, when handling same, will strictly observe all relevant laws and regulations regarding the protection of personal information. Any personal information filled in will be used only for business communications regarding the event and for the list of participants. As well, the sponsor and/or its subcontractors may contact you for confirmation of your application information.

Regarding the transfer of participation qualifications

Competition by proxy or transfer of rights for this event is not permitted. Any competitor found to have engaged in this behavior will be disqualified. No compensation or refund will be forthcoming from the sponsor in this case.

Refunding of participation fees Participation fees will not be refunded when participation has been cancelled for personal reasons on the part of the competitor. Participation fees and charges will not be refunded when the event has been cancelled due to earthquakes, storm damage, incidents, accidents, or disease.

For details and further news about the event, see the event website.

http://yokohamatriathlon.jp/wts/index.html

Thank you for your cooperation with No My Car Days on May 14th and 15th, 2016!

To Everyone

Traffic congestion is foreseen around the course area on the day of the event. In order to ameliorate this, we

ask for your understanding and cooperation in refraining from the use of cars.

To the Athletes

There is no parking lot for the event. Thank you for your cooperation in using public transportation to attend.

Television broadcasts

May 14th (Sat) 10:00 ~ 15:15

NHK BS1 Live broadcast * Broadcast schedule is unconfirmed

International broadcasts (Jib)

May 29th (Sun) 13:10 ~ , 23:10~ , 7:10 ~ (total of 3 broadcasts)

* Broadcast schedule is unconfirmed

▶ Cautions

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Other


Documents

2016 AGE GROUP ATHLETE GUIDE Englishwts-assets.triathlon.org/yokohama/2016AthleteGuide... · Transition area Flow of events on the day of the event P.16 ~ P.22 Events P.23 ~ P.27