RACE NUMBERS:
PLEASE DO NOT ALTER YOUR RACE NUMBERS IN ANY WAY (cutting down, display
incorrectly, etc.)! THE USAT OFFICIALS WILL PENALIZE YOU IF YOU DO.
There are three race numbers in your race packet that you are required to
display during the event. The bicycle frame number is the double number and should be wrapped around your seat post or frame and
stapled (or fastened with twist ties) so that the number is upright and visible
from both sides of your bicycle. The small sticker is the helmet number
and must be affixed to the front of your helmet. The run number must be
displayed during the run segment on the front of your
body. Pin your run number to your shirt, swimsuit or race belt with
safety pins.
BODY MARKING:
You will be body marked at packet pickup on Saturday or when checking your bike on race morning. Your race number will be written on both your right and left upper arms, both thighs, and your left calf. Your USAT age will be written on your right calf. You will not be permitted in the transition area on race day without being body marked. Do not apply body lotion or sunscreen until after you have been body marked. PLEASE use sunscreen.
SWIM CAP:
The swim cap placed in your race packet must be worn during the swim. Do
not trade your swim cap with another athlete, as the caps are color coded to
assist race management in organizing you at the swim start. The cap must
be worn during the entire swim and taken back to the transition area with
you. A variable time penalty will be assessed to anyone leaving their cap
on the beach.
DROPPING OUT:
Please notify a race official and return your timing chip at the
finish line if you drop out of the race. YOUR TIMING CHIP MAY ONLY BE
RETURNED AT THE FINISH LINE! DO NOT GIVE IT TO ANYONE ELSEWHERE ON THE
COURSE.
NO DOGS:
Miami-Dade County Parks have a strict rule regarding pets. They
are not allowed in the park! If you are found in violation of this rule,
you will be fined $100, so please leave Fido at home.
BIKE CHECK-IN:
Bike check-in is on race morning. We will have plenty of guards keeping a close eye on your precious set of
wheels! DO NOT LEAVE ANY OTHER VALUABLES IN TRANSITION, especially small
items that can be smuggled out (including powertap bicycle computers).
TRANSITION SECURITY:
Only registered racers that have been body marked and have their race
number on them will be allowed to enter the transition area at any time,
before, during, or after the race. This is for the protection of your
equipment, so please obey all of the rules and respect the security guards who
are there protecting your stuff! If you lose your race number or your
bike number comes off of your bike during the race, please go to the
information tent for assistance in retrieving your bike.
ANYONE CAUGHT TRYING TO JUMP, CLIMB, OR CROSS THE
TRANSITION SECURITY FENCE AT ANY TIME WILL BE IMMEDIATELY DISQUALIFIED-EVEN
AFTER THE EVENT!
You may only enter transition at the 2 guarded entrances-NO EXCEPTIONS!
We are serious about securing your valuables! You should be too!
PRE-RACE CLINIC AND Q&A SESSION: (2 p.m.)
This clinic is hosted by BodyZen Co-Owner Lee Zohlman. Lee will go over the race course, the
most commonly violated rules, training, nutrition, and last minute racing
tips. There will also be a question and answer session.
*This clinic is mandatory for anyone racing an Olympic Distance race on Key Biscayne for the first time and
is highly recommended to everyone.
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