BASIC RULES
In the interest of safety and fairness, there are rules for Triathlon. We have listed some basic rules so that you can compete at our events.
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Your helmet and cycle will be checked for safety reasons prior to entering transition area
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No kit bags etc can remain in the transition area during the race. They must be removed prior to the start.
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You must wear a helmet for the cycle section
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You must wear a top/vest for the cycle and run sections, bare torsos are not permitted
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You must wear shoes for the cycle and run sections
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BEFORE you touch your bike, you must put on your helmet and clip it on prior to leaving transition
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You must rack your bike in your space and not someone else’s. You must not lie it on the ground and your helmet etc must be stored in YOUR SPACE
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You must un-clip and remove your helmet ONLY once you have re-racked your bike after the cycle section
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It is the Athlete’s responsibility to attend race briefing and know the course and if not certain, ask an Official
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Obey ALL instructions from Traffic and Course officials
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Do not abuse or swear at Officials – this is an IMMEDIATE DISQUALIFICATION
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Headphones, Mobile phones and glass containers are NOT permitted in any section of the Race
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You must not block or impede the progress of other athletes.
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You cannot have a ‘pacemaker’ on the course or accept any outside assistance
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Should you be unable to finish the event, you MUST notify an official or the Finish Table Officials
Email: info@zimtri.org / triathlonzimbabwe@gmail.com
WORLD TRIATHLON COMPETITION RULES:
https://www.triathlon.org/about/downloads/category/competition_rules
