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Competition Rules

 

The following is a summary of the rules you must adhere to; there will be a BTF (British Triathlon Federation) referee in attendance; she may apply penalties and/or disqualifications if these rules are broken. 

  • SWIM in the direction indicated by the swim starter (clockwise or anti-clockwise)
  • NUDITY is not allowed in the transition area (or anywhere else!).
  • HELMET must be on and fastened before you pick up your bike to start the cycle leg.
  • NO DRAFTING - do not ride close behind or by the side of another cyclist, except to overtake
  • SAFETY & HIGHWAY CODE - be safe at all times and observe the highway code
  • RACK your bike before you unfasten your helmet at the end of the cycle leg
  • ABUSE - do not shout abuse at marshals, fellow competitors or members of the public
  • RUN & CYCLE on the left and do not cross the road centre line
  • OBEY event marshals at all times
  • SUPPORTERS are welcome to cheer from the sidelines but are not allowed on the course at any time

ALSO

  • Know the event layout for exits & entries and the cycle/run course
  • Rules in detail - as published by the British Triathlon Federation