RACE INFORMATION
Welcome from the New South Wales Government
A warm welcome to athletes and supporters visiting Jervis Bay on the beautiful South Coast of NSW for the 2015 XTERRA Asia-Pacific Championships.
The NSW Government proudly secured this event until 2016, through its tourism and major events agency Destination NSW.
The XTERRA Asia-Pacific Championship takes the traditional triathlon off-road, and welcomes some of the world’s best and toughest athletes who will test their skills and endurance on the region’s beaches and trails. The weekend-long festival also gives casual participants the opportunity to compete in a sprint distance off-road triathlon, trail run, or relay team competition.
The NSW South Coast is a haven for surfers, cyclists, runners and nature lovers, and a fitting location to host this event. Competitors will take in some spectacular scenery en route, and visitors will be charmed by the local hospitality and the area’s beautiful natural attractions including Jervis Bay Marine Park and Booderee National Park, as well as its headlands, cliff top walking trails and native forests.
Best of luck to all competitors for the 2015 XTERRA Asia-Pacific Championships, and have a wonderful stay in Jervis Bay.
Thank you for joining the XTERRA global family at the 2nd annual XTERRA Asia-Pacific Championship. We look forward to seeing you in Jervis Bay.
The following Race Information has everything you will need to know to prepare for the race and have a great race day. Our team is available to answer any additional queries you have so please do not hesitate to contact us.
About the XTERRA Asia-Pacific Championship
The XTERRA Asia-Pacific Championship is held in conjunction with the XTERRA World Tour, a global series of off-road triathlons spanning thirty countries that qualifies athletes to race at the XTERRA World Championship on Maui. The event will also serve as XTERRA’s Australian Championship – giving Aussies the chance to grab this very special national title.
In addition to the main event, we offer all a chance to “Live More” with a Sprint distance off-road triathlon, trail runs, and a fun run for young children. Join in!
Visit the event website here.
Join the discussion around XTERRA Asia-Pacific Championship
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And, don’t forget to visit the XTERRA website – a great source for event information.
Bring your family and friends!
Load up the car for the trip and bring your family and friends! New South Wales’ Jervis Bay is the ultimate destination to relax, unwind and recharge your batteries. This majestic stretch of coastline offers spectacular scenery and plenty of adventure.
The Race Village is at the Callala Beach RSL and Country Club – and is a great place to hang out and watch swim to bike and bike to run transitions as well as the finish. It is also the starting line for our Trail Runs on Sunday. In between all of the race action, there will be music, commentary, a BBQ, exhibition tents including XTERRA Wetsuits and Boards, a fun run for little kids that will be sure to entertain.
And, if your family and friends feel inspired to take part, we will be accepting on the day entries for the 5km and 21km Trail Runs on Sunday morning. On the day entries will be open Friday 2pm and Sunday 7am.
Getting there
Race headquarters is in the beach side town of Callala Beach on pristine Jervis Bay just a few hours south of Sydney.
Driving
Callala Beach is approximately 180K and 2 to 2-1/2 hours from Sydney. Take the Princes Highway (A1) down the South Coast and through Wollongong, Kiama and Nowra. The turn off for Callala is Forest Road, just south of Nowra.
9K down Forest Road, turn right on Callala Beach Road, which runs past the Callala RSL Country Club to the beach. The Race Village is at the RSL. Note: Triathlon race day parking is at the Callala RSL Country Club.
Please note that on Saturday, April 18, there will be partial closures of Forest Road as Championship athletes cross to and from the area’s best single track. Prior to race day, athletes practicing on the bike course must stop at Forest Road and wait for traffic to clear before crossing.
Train
Take the train from Sydney’s Central Station to Nowra on the South Coast Line to Bomaderry, Nowra. The train schedule is here. In Nowra, you’ll need to rent a car for the 20 minute drive to Callala Beach.
Sydney Airport Shuttle Bus
Jervis Bay Airport Express and Shoalhaven Shuttle offer bus service from the airport to/from Callala.
Where to stay
Rental houses are available at Callala Beach and just around the corner at Callala Bay, among other small towns nearby. More information from Destination NSW is here. Also check out Shoalhaven Holidays here. We also recommend Property One for rental houses in Callala Beach and Callala Bay. There is a wide variety of accommodation options in Huskisson, a fabulous seaside town about a 20-minute drive away, and also in Nowra, also about 20- minutes from Callala Beach.
Event address
The Race Village is at the Callala RSL Country Club – 43 Callala Beach Road, Callala Beach NSW 2540. Here you’ll find registration, packet pickup, transition for the triathlons, and finish for all races as well as the start for the 21k and 5k trail runs.
The start line for the triathlons is on the beach at the end of Callala Beach Road.
Parking
Callala Beach is a small town. Please be courteous to our host community by not blocking driveways and not parking in marked No Parking Zones.
It is strongly advised that athletes and spectators park at the Callala Beach RSL and walk (670m) to the start of the triathlon at the end of Callala Beach Road.
Volunteers wanted
Know someone who is not racing, but wants to be a part of the XTERRA Asia-Pacific Championship? Want to join our team and take in some of the behind the scenes action? We’re looking for volunteers for Friday, Saturday and Sunday! Contact Jess to find out more.
Television
XTERRA’s award-winning television crew will be on hand to catch all the action of the main event. They will produce a 30-minute feature show that will be seen in Australia and New Zealand on ESPN. In the U.S. on FOX Sports Network and television stations across the country. Check the XTERRA website for air dates and times.
Leave no trace
The XTERRA Asia-Pacific Championship team ask that you respect the environment and the trails. Please leave no trace of rubbish on the race course, or in the Race Village and finish area before, during or after the race.
Event partners
The XTERRA Asia Pacific Championship would not be possible without the generous support of event partners. We’d like to thank the following partners for their support:
Destination New South Wales
The XTERRA Asia-Pacific Championship is proudly supported by the NSW Government through its tourism and major events agency, Destination NSW. NSW is the perfect venue for XTERRA, renowned for its outdoor lifestyle, beauty and exuberant spirit. The beaches and national parks, restaurants, nightlife, architecture, inspiring arts and cultural scene and array of vibrant events, combine to make NSW an appealing destination for a getaway.
Paul Mitchell
Paul Mitchell has supported the sport of XTERRA since its inception in 1996 and on Earth Day, April 22, 2015, Paul Mitchell and Reforest’Action will plant a tree in Peru on behalf of each Asia-Pacific triathlete and trail runner. Paul Mitchell is inviting all XTERRA athletes, race directors, families, and friends to plant an additional free tree by using the code XTERRAME at http://xterra.co/PMreforest.
Outrigger Resorts
Outrigger is XTERRA’s official hospitality partner. They are a family-owned company with 67 years of hospitality experience, Currently, Outrigger operates and/or has under development 46 properties with approximately 11,000 rooms located in Hawaii; Australia; Guam; Fiji; Bali; Thailand; Mauritius, Vietnam; and Hainan Island, China.
XTERRA Wetsuits
XTERRA Wetsuits is the official swim wear partner of XTERRA Asia-Pacific Championship. XTERRA wetsuits are the fastest, most buoyant wetsuits on the planet. They promise you will actually enjoy your swim leg in their wetsuits!
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Special thanks
South Coast United Mountain Bikers (SCUM) SCUM is a local mountain bike club, based in the Shoalhaven area of the south coast of NSW. Members of the club have helped with both planning and executing the event and we are grateful for their support. The club aims to foster mountain biking at competitive and social levels, and have built and managed three cross country trails under an occupancy permit with the NSW Forestry Corporation.
IGA
Through our network of 1,400 independently owned stores we tailor our ranges and brands to give our local customers more of what they like it. This includes many of your favourite brands, the ones you may no longer find on shelves in other supermarkets. We proudly support Aussie producers too by stocking ranges of locally made products and actively participate in the communities around our stores doing whatever we can to help.
Event schedule
Thursday, April 16 All Day Bike course open for pre-ride
Friday, April 17 Race Village – Callala RSL & Country Club All Day Bike and run courses open for practice 2pm – 5.30pm Registration/Race Pack Collection open – all events 3pm XTERRA University Clinic, presented by Paul Mitchell – “Art of XTERRA”, hosted by Ben Allen and Jacqui Slack 5:30pm XTERRA Championship/Sprint pre-race briefing/introduction of pro athletes
Saturday, April 18 Race Start – Callala Beach (end of Callala Beach Road) Race Village/Transition/Finish – Callala RSL & Country Club 6:00am – 10:30am Registration/race pack collection open 6:00am – 7:40am T1 open for bike racking – XTERRA Sprint race only 7:45am Sprint athlete briefing at beach start 8:00am XTERRA Sprint start 9:00 – 10:45am T1 Open for bike racking – XTERRA Championship race 10:45am Championship race briefing at beach start 11:00am XTERRA Asia-Pacific Championship start 12:00pm T1 opens for bike pick up – Sprint Race only 12:30pm XTERRA Kids Fun Sprint @ RSL finish area 1pm T1 closed for swim/bike gear pick up – Sprint Race only 3pm T1 open for all swim/bike gear pick up – XTERRA Championship race 3pm Cut off at T2 (you will not be allowed to start the run after this time) 3pm XTERRA awards ceremonies 4:30pm Race closed 5pm T1 closed for bike/swim gear pick up 7:30pm – 11pm After party and race highlight video, Callala RSL Country Club
Sunday, April 19 Race Village/Start/Finish - Callala RSL & Country Club 7am – 8.30am Registration/race pack open 8:45am Trail Run Athlete briefing at race start 8:55 am 21K Relay Runners meet at race briefing for transportation to relay tag location 9am XTERRA Trail Half Marathon & Relay (21K) start 9:10am XTERRA 5K Trail Run start 10:30am XTERRA 5K Trail Run Awards 11:30am XTERRA Trail Half Marathon & Relay Awards
What to bring
Here is a list of things to bring with you on race day.
XTERRA Championship and XTERRA Sprint triathlon participants should pack;
ID Bike Helmet – Australian Standard certified (please see ‘Equipment’ section below) Wetsuit Goggles Race clothing including swimwear, bike shorts, top (a top must be worn for the bike and run legs) Race belt for race bib on the run leg (safety pins will be included in your Race Packs should you not have a race belt) Water bottles Spare tube/Co2 canister in case of a flat Chain tool is a good idea Running shoes Sunglasses Hat/Visor (optional for the run) Sunscreen Towel (optional)
XTERRA Trail Run participants should pack:
Running shoes Sunscreen Hat Water bottle/hydration pack Sunglasses
Triathlon bike and run practice hours
Bike course - will be marked and available for practice on Thursday, April 24 at 8am Run course - will be marked and available for practice on Friday, April 25 at 8am
Course maps will be available at the RSL Race Village on pre-ride/run days.
Important note for all athletes: The blue arrows are for the bike courses only. The red arrows are for all run courses.
Race distances Championship 1.5k swim / 34k MTB/ 10k trail run Sprint 750m swim / 14k MTB / 5k trail run Note: 670 m run from swim to bike transition for all athletes
21K Trail Run 21k Relay Approx. 10.5k per team member 5K Trail Run 5K
Race start times
Transition will open at 6:00am for the XTERRA Sprint Tri and 9:00am for the XTERRA Championship race and will close 15 minutes before each event start time.
XTERRA Sprint Tri – 8:00am event start time, 7:45am race briefing (Beach start area) XTERRA Championship Triathlon – Saturday, 11:00am event start time, 10:45am race briefing (Beach start area) 21km Trail Run – Sunday, 9am event start time, 8:55pm event briefing (at RSL start line) 5km Trail Run – Sunday, 9:10am event start time, 9:05pm event briefing (at RSL start line)
Please be ready to race when you meet at the start line for your race briefing.
Race start times are available on our event website here. We encourage you to double check your race start time on race eve.
Triathlon cut off times
Event cut off times have been set for participant safety:
Bike course (XTERRA Triathlon) 3:00pm cut off time Run course/courses close (All): 4:30pm cut off time
An XTERRA official will notify you if you have not met the cut off times and you will not be able to continue the event.
Race colours
Each event has a different bib race colour. Your event race colour is noted below.
XTERRA Championship Triathlon male pros – blue bib/blue swim cap XTERRA Championship Triathlon female pros – pink bib/pink swim cap XTERRA Championship Triathlon age-groupers and teams – yellow bib/yellow swim cap XTERRA Sprint Triathlon age-groupers and teams – white bib/white swim cap 21km Trail Run & Relay – green bib 5km Trail Run/Walk – orange bib
Race pack collection
Race packs will be available for collection at Callala RSL Country Club, at the following days/times:
Friday, April 17 from 2-5:30pm (All events) Saturday, April 18 from 6-10:30am (Tri and runs) Sunday, April 29 from 7-8:30am (Runs)
YOU MUST pick up your race pack at least 30 minutes prior to your race start time. On the day entries are accepted.
Race starts
Triathlon participants - please be ready to race when you meet at the XTERRA arch at Callala Beach – end of Callala Beach Road for your race briefing. Our team will then walk you down the beach for your race start.
Saturday, April 18 8:00am – XTERRA Sprint Tri participants, 7:45am race briefing 11:00am – XTERRA Championship Triathlon participants, 10:45am race briefing Note: The triathlon swim is a mass start. Please allow pro athletes to start at the front. Age group participants should select their position on the start line with slower swimmers to the rear.
Trail Run participants please be ready to run when you meet at the start line at the RSL for your race briefing. 21K relay members will be transported to their Change Over Area immediately following the briefing.
Sunday, April 19 9:00am – XTERRA 21K & Relay participants, 8:55am race briefing 9:10am – XTERRA 5K Trail Run/Walk participants, 9:05am race briefing
Race pack contents and instruction
Triathlon participant race packs will include:
XTERRA swim cap Ankle timing tag – please strap this to your left ankle before the race. You will need to make sure you hand your timing tag back to our team at the end of the day to ensure you receive an official time – any chips not returned will incur a $50 replacement fee Bike plate – please attach this to your handle bars using the cable ties provided Runner bib (individual entry x 1, team entry x 2) – please attach this in a clear visible place using the safety pins provided OR your race belt (preferably on the front of your running top or race belt) Race number tattoos – please apply to the UPPER FRONT of both arms prior to the race, per the instructions. Your official race t-shirt. All participants will need to fill out the emergency contact details on the reverse of your bib/ bike plate prior to racing.
Trail Run participant race packs will include:
XTERRA race bib Ankle timing tag – please strap this to your left ankle before the race. You will need to make sure you hand your timing tag back to our team at the end of the day to ensure you receive an official time – any chips not returned will incur a $50 replacement fee. All participants will need to fill out the emergency contact details on the reverse of your bib prior to racing.
Team 21K relay runners
The second team member in the 21K relay will meet race officials at the race briefing at 8:55am for transportation to the relay change-over area.
Relay runners must wait for their teammate at the change-over location to receive their timing band. Remember you are responsible to make sure you are in the change-over area at the right time to meet your team members.
XTERRA University triathlon clinic
XTERRA University, presented by Paul Mitchell, is a free clinic conducted by pro athletes Ben Allen and Jacqui Slack. Both are accomplished athletes on the XTERRA Asia-Pacific Tour, fresh off wins at the 2015 XTERRA Saipan Championship. Ben and Jacqui will provide tips on ocean swimming, mountain biking and trail running with special emphasis on what you can expect from this course. You are welcome to ask any and all questions.
Date: Friday, April 17 Time: 3pm Location: Race Village – Callala RSL Country Club, Callala beach Road
Triathlon race briefing and introduction of pro athletes
Everyone is welcome at the race briefing, however we do recommend all pro category triathletes, XTERRA Triathlon and XTERRA Sprint Tri participants attend this briefing and all questions are welcome. XTERRA World Tour Managing Director, Dave “Kahuna” Nicholas and Elite Energy race staff will run through the ins and outs of the XTERRA Triathlon and XTERRA Sprint Tri courses. You will have the opportunity to ask any questions you might have.
Pro athletes racing the XTERRA Asia-Pacific Championship will be introduced.
There will also be a short race briefing on event morning, please ensure you check your race briefing time noted under Race start times.
Date: Friday, April 17 Time: 5:30pm Location: Race Village - Callala RSL Country Club, Callala Beach Road.
Race village and triathlon finish services
The following services will be available for you in the Race Village:
Information- our Information team can answer any queries you have! Information will also be the location of day of registrations. We will be open Friday at 2pm, Saturday at 6am, and Sunday at 7am.
Race pack collection –Make sure you pick up your packet at least 30 minutes before your race start time. This will allow you enough time to have a good look through your pack, and still be on the start line at your race start time.
Coffee, ice cream truck and BBQ – our friends at the Callala Beach RSL will be operating the BBQ at the finish area on Saturday. All triathlon finishers receive a free sausage sandwich after the race. Show your race # when you order.
XTERRA Wetsuits – our official swim partner, XTERRA wetsuits are the fastest, most buoyant wetsuits on the planet. They promise you will actually enjoy your swim leg in their wetsuits! Visit the XTERRA Wetsuits marquee on event day to check-out and purchase any items from their product range and even demo an XTERRA Stand-up Paddle Board.
XTERRA fun kids sprint – strictly for fun, and best suited to children 8 and under. It’s free and distances are age appropriate. All children finish in the official race finish chute and receive an XTERRA medal. Meet the race leader at the finish arch – the race starts at 12:30pm.
Awards presentations – will be held at 3pm in the finish area.
Transition area
The transitions area is at the Callala RSL and will feature separate racks for both XTERRA Triathlon and XTERRA Sprint Tri participants. XTERRA officials will be at the transitions to direct you to your rack. Please be mindful of others and ensure you allow one metre per athlete on the racks. Rack positions will be numbered.
Access to transition area Only athletes are allowed inside transition. Supporters will need to wait outside. You will be assigned a specific rack space clearly marked with your race number on it. Bags are not permitted in the transition and bag storage will not be available, so please leave valuables at home.
For security of your equipment you will need to show your race number when accessing the transition area. You will be required to show your race number and bike number when entering or exiting with your bike.
Transition will be cleared and NO ACCESS will be granted to the TRANSITION from 15 minutes prior to your race.
Team triathletes Team members must wait for their teammate at their numbered rack within the transition to hand over the timing band at this position. Remember you are responsible to make sure you are in the transition area at the right time to meet your team members.
Remove bike/gear from transition: Announcements will be made from the Race Village when it is possible to pickup your bike/gear from transition. You must show your race number to the officials at the entry to transition. Bikes must be collected from the transition by 5pm.
Toilet facilities
There are existing toilet facilities at the beach start and event portaloos at the RSL Race Village.
Baggage storage
There will be no baggage storage on site. Please leave all valuables at home.
Equipment
Triathlon New South Wales officials will be monitoring athletes helmets as they enter transition. Please read the information below to ensure your helmet fits within Australian standards.
Wetsuits
Wetsuits are allowed based on water temperature. Water temperature will be measured the day prior to the event and confirmed on the day of the event.
Water temperature will be available at registration at 7.00am. See Technical Information below for more information.
Foreign competitors please note - wear a top on the bike and run
Foreign athletes please note you are required to wear a top on the bike and the run. Penalty for infringement is a warning followed by disqualification.
Triathlon technical information
Technical Officials are present to ensure that the event is conducted safely and that no athlete gains an advantage by not observing the rules.
Athletes who wish to take a break and get their breath during the swim leg may hang onto a surfboard, marker buoy or other inanimate object provided that no forward headway is made
Athletes requiring assistance during the swim leg should raise their hand and a board rider or IRB will immediately attend to assist
Any athlete brought to shore by the water rescue team MAY be allowed to continue the event but will not have a time recorded
Athletes must put their helmet on and secure it BEFORE removing their bike from the rack
No athlete will be permitted to leave the transition area with a helmet that is not properly secured to their head i.e. the strap is loose
Athletes must have one foot on the ground after the mount line (not on) before mounting their bike or a time penalty will apply
Athletes must have one foot on the ground before (not on) the dismount line or a time penalty will apply
Athletes must rack their bike before removing or loosening their helmets or a time penalty will apply
1. Swim:
3.1a Wetsuits are allowed based on water temperature measured the day prior to the event and confirmed the day of the event. Pro/Elite: Wetsuits are allowed for pro athletes if the water temperature is below 20°c.
Age group: Wetsuits are allowed for age group athletes if the water temperature is below 22°C
All: Wetsuits are mandatory at 14°C
3.1b Buoys: any athlete confirmed cutting a buoy will be issued a 2-minute penalty.
3.1c General Swim: no fins or swimming aids are allowed.
3.1 d Swim Caps: organisers will provide swim caps, which must be worn by all competitors for water safety.
3. 2. Bike:
3.2 Only mountain bikes are legal for competition. Cyclo-cross bikes are not allowed. No drop handlebars are allowed. No aero bars are allowed. All bikes must have 26”, 27.5” or 29” wheels. Bar extensions or grips off the handlebars may not exceed 5”.
3.2b Racers shall complete the entire event on the same bicycle upon which the event was begun. You must bring your bike to transition to be allowed to continue.
3.2c Passing: lapped riders must yield to overtaking riders. Riders should voice the command "track” or ”on your left," when overtaking another.
It is the responsibility of the faster rider to overtake safely. Slower riders must yield to the passing rider on the first command. In the event two riders are racing for position, the leading rider does not have to yield his position to the challenging rider. However, a rider may not bodily interfere with or impede another rider's progress.
3.2d Drafting: Drafting is allowed.
3.2e General Bike: Bike numbers must be mounted on the handlebars facing forward. Cutting of numbers or altering with sponsor stickers is not allowed. Helmets must be worn at all times. No riding of bikes is allowed in the transition areas.
3.3 Run:
3.3a Numbers: Numbers must be worn on the front of the body. Cutting numbers or altering with sponsor stickers is not allowed. There will be a warning for not having your number on the front of your body, second infraction will be a 2-minute penalty. A 2-minute penalty will be assessed for losing your run number.
3.4 Event General Rules: 3.4a Ignorance of the rules will not be considered as an excuse. You can view the Triathlon
Australia rules here
3.4b It is the racer's responsibility to maintain adequate hydration. The race organiser will provide hydration stations on the run and the bike. There will be two aid stations on the bike and four on the run – see table in next section.
3.4c Cutting the course: short-cutting and/or cutting trail switchbacks on course is not permitted and may result in disqualification. A rider is required to stay on the designated trail that is marked and or specified as the racecourse. It is the rider's responsibility to know the designated racecourse. Lack of tape or barrier on the course will not be constituted as an excuse for cutting course.
3.4d Outside assistance: Limited outside assistance is allowed from another athlete competing in the same event. No outside assistance is allowed from any person not competing in the same event. These include but are not limited to spectators, friends, family, volunteers, support crew, photographers, police or marshals.
Assistance is limited to tools, tubes or any item that would be used to repair a faulty part or damaged bicycle or water, food, or first aid. Changing bikes is not allowed. As example: A competing athlete is allowed to give another athlete a chain tool or link or a complete chain. A competing athlete can give another athlete a tire patch, tube or complete wheel. But an athlete cannot exchange bikes with another competitor so that the competitor with the broken bike can simply continue without fixing the break.
3.4 e Conduct: Foul riding or running, unsportsmanlike behaviour or the use of profane or abusive language is grounds for warning, relegation, disqualification or fine.
3.5 Protests: Protests of any nature must be submitted within one hour of the finish time of the person lodging the protest. Protests must be submitted in writing and signed by the accuser. Saying somebody cut the course is not good enough – it must be written and described as accurately as possible.
All protests will be investigated. Because of the nature of XTERRA, it is not always possible to see infractions. XTERRA is in the woods, out of sight and marshaled only where necessary. In every case there will need to be verification of the infraction. Officials will not be drawn into a “hear-say” argument.
3.6 Miscellaneous: No type of sound device is allowed during competition. Examples: no headsets, tape players, CD players, MP3 players or 2-way radios may be worn.
3.7 Penalties: Penalties will be determined by the severity of the infraction. The minimum penalty is 2-minutes. The maximum penalty is disqualification from the results of the event and/or a loss of prize money.
3.8 Cut-Off Times: Cut-off times are enforced as stated. Where there are wave starts, the time will be measured from the last start of the race. In some cases the head official may alter the cut-off time.
3.9 Professional Athletes: Licensed, professional athletes may enter and compete in any World Tour or National Championship race and win prize money. Any person wanting to enter as an elite/professional must furnish proof that they have been accepted as profession al by a recognized multi-sport governing body.
Examples of this are: ITU, ETU, USA Triathlon UCI, USA Cycling (road, cyclocross, track or mountain bike) Any national governing body for triathlon, or any national governing body for cycling.
The athlete must present a current card marked clearly and legibly. Without proof of being licensed as a professional, no athlete may compete in the pro category.
Also permitted to compete as elite/professional are non-licensed Olympic athletes from cycling, swimming, running or skiing. If a non-licensed athlete feels they are qualified, they must make application to the event race director or to the Managing Director ([email protected] ) for permission.
The Race Director may, at his discretion, allow an athlete to compete as an elite/ pro from time to time.
3.9 ITEMS NOT COVERED and relationship with National Federations
The published rules and regulations of each country’s National Federation are to be considered law except with regard to the specific rules and regulations stated above. In the case of the need for a ruling not covered in XTERRA regulations or National Federation regulations states the decision of the Managing Director will be final.
Water stations – Trail Runs
Water Kms into course Event Station 1 1.5km and 3.6km 5km Trail Run/Walk 2 Approx. 2.7km, 5.3km, 8.0km, 10km, 12.5km, 21km Trail Run/Relay 15.1km, 17.2km
These water stations will provide water and Endura electrolyte.
Water stations - Triathlons
There will be five water stations on course with a sixth water station located in the Race Village post-race.
Water Kms into course Event Station 1 Approx. 11kms and 17.5kms of bike Leg XTERRA Championship Triathlon 2 Approx. 0.6kms of run leg All Triathlons 3 Approx. 2.8kms of run leg All Triathlons 4 Approx. 5.5kms of run leg XTERRA Championship Triathlon 5 Approx. 8.3km of run leg XTERRA Championship Triathlon
Sprint athletes please note there are no water stations on the bike course.
We strongly advise carrying at least two bottles of fluid during the bike leg.
Medical
We have enlisted medical provider Life Survival for the XTERRA Asia-Pacific Championship event. Their team will be at the Race Village and out on course throughout the race. If you feel unwell at any stage of the race please alert the closest marshal who will arrange for the medical personnel to meet you.
Results
Provisional results will be published at www.mulisportaustralia.com.au on Saturday 18th April by 6pm.
Awards presentations
Award presentations for the Triathlons will start Saturday, April 18 at 3pm at the XTERRA Finish Area at Callala RSL Country Club. The following will be announced during the presentations:
Event Male/female Places XTERRA Asia-Pacific Championship Triathlon Male and female First to fifth pro category XTERRA Australian Champion Male and female First place pro category* XTERRA Asia-Pacific Championship Triathlon Male and female First to third in each age-group age groups XTERRA Australian Champion Male and female First in each age-group Triathlon age groups*
XTERRA Championship Male, female, and coed First to third in each division Triathlon Teams XTERRA Double** (finished 2015 XTERRA Rotorua and Male and female First place Asia-Pacific) pro category XTERRA Double** (finished 2015 XTERRA Rotorua and Male and female First place Asia-Pacific) age groups
XTERRA Sprint Tri Male and female First to third in each age-group
XTERRA Sprint Tri Teams Male, female, and coed First to third in each division
*XTERRA Australian Champion titles will be earned by Australian citizens only. If you are an Australian living overseas, please email us, or you will not be considered for this award.
** Fastest combined 2015 XTERRA Rotorua and XTERRA Asia-Pacific times.
XTERRA Wetsuits swim prime - $300 to the fastest male and female swim in the Championship race.
XTERRA 21K Trail Run/Relay and 5K Trail Run presentations will be made in the finish area following each event. First to third, in all divisions – including relay - will receive awards.
First place in each 21K division (sorry, relay not available) will receive free entry to the 2015 XTERRA Trail Run World Championship to be held December 6, 2015 at Kualoa Ranch on Oahu, Hawaii.
Prize money
Prize money for XTERRA Asia-Pacific Championship will be allocated to pro racers only as indicated below*: AUD Men Women 1 $10,000 1 $10,000 2 $6,000 2 $6,000 3 $3,500 3 $3,500 4 $2,000 4 $2,000 5 $1,250 5 $1,250 6 $750 6 $750 7 $550 7 $550 8 $400 8 $400 9 $300 9 $300 10 $250 10 $250 $25,000 $25,000 * Final allocations subject to final pro entries numbers in each field.
If you are racing as a pro, you must ensure that as well as entering the XTERRA Asia-Pacific Championship event, you also email and be approved to race pro prior to race day. If you are eligible to receive prize money, please email your bank details to [email protected].
XTERRA World Championship qualification spots
The main event will offer 50 qualification spots for the 20th edition of the XTERRA World Championship to be held in Kapalua, Maui, on November 1, 2015: 2015 Men Women Total 15-19 1 1 2 20-24 2 2 4 25-29 2 2 4 30-34 3 2 5 35-39 3 2 5 40-44 3 2 5 45-49 3 2 5 50-54 3 2 5 55-59 2 2 4 60-64 2 2 4 65-69 2 2 4 70-74 1 1 2 75+ 1 0 1 Total 28 22 50 Qualified athletes will receive a PIN# at the awards ceremony that will allow online entry. PIN#s expire on May 4, 2015, and unclaimed slots will roll to the next eligible athlete(s). Pro spots are in addition to the above allocation. All pro athletes must email the XTERRA World Championship Race Director, Dave Nicholas, who will then pass on a pro registration code.
After party and highlight video
Celebrate your accomplishment with your fellow participants – swap stories and relive it all while you watch the race highlight video. Drinks and food available for sale.
Time: 7:30-11pm Highlight video will be shown at approximately 8:30pm Location: Callala RSL Country Club, Callala Beach.
Race photos
GeoSnapShot.com will be on course taking photos of competitors in action. Photos will be available for viewing 24 hours after the event, and you may purchase them on their website. Don't for get to check them out after the race!
Cancellations or transfer of entry
Sorry, refunds or transfer of entries are not available.
Race cancelation or amendment
The XTERRA Asia-Pacific event will be held rain or shine, and only be postponed in extreme circumstances.
If weather conditions may potentially cause any postponement or cancellation of the event, Race Organisers will communicate in the days prior to the event via email, and on the website to race participants.
If a decision is to be made on the day of the event, participants may call the event day hotline number (0438979600) –please note: this number is only active on event day), and announcements will be made at the Race Village. Please note the event will be staged unless extreme weather conditions occur on the day of, or leading up to the event. i.e. not just a bit of rain, or a small swell!!
However please note the Race Organisers reserve the right to cancel the race, an entire leg, or amend the course at any time due to safety concerns or unforeseen circumstances. This may include adverse water conditions, rain or heat issues. Any decision to amend the race format, or cancellation of the event, will only be made where essential and avoided where possible, therefore please respect this decision should this occur.
About TEAM Unlimited
TEAM Unlimited is a Hawaii-based television events and marketing company, founded in 1988. It owns and produces XTERRA and in 2015 will offer more than 320 XTERRA off-road triathlon and trail running races in 32 countries worldwide. In addition, TEAM TV has produced more than 335 adventure television shows resulting in three Emmy’s and 42 Telly Awards for production excellence. Visit their website here.
About Elite Energy
Elite Energy is one of Australia’s premier event management specialists and have produced any of Australia’s leading multisport events. Our mission is to "make events memorable". Quality is a vital component in the development of our events and our goal is to satisfy the needs of sponsors, competitors, the triathlon industry and the public in a safe, healthy and memorable atmosphere. Visit their website here.