2021 Athlete Information Guide

2021 ATHLETE INFORMATION GUIDE

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1 CONTENTS PAGE

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Race Director Message 5 Race Day Post Race 31 Results Race Referee Message 7 Medal Engraving Race Rules 8 Lost & Found Property

Welcome Message 10 Swim Course 33 Event Schedule 12 Bike Course 36 Athlete Check List 15 Run Course 38 Race Kit 16 Presentations 40

Relay Team Information 17 World Championship Qualification 41 (Roll Down) Pre Race Information 19 Venue Additional Information 42 Athlete Check-In Official Event App Timing Chip IRONMAN Live Wetsuit Check Get Social Massage How To Follow The Race Bike Mechanic Pre Race Training Parking Changed Traffic Conditions Shuttle Buses

Bag Drop / Collection 23 Street Gear Bag Bike and Run Transition Bags Clothing Drop

Transition Pre Race 24 Transition Tours Bike Racking Timing Chips

Transition Race Day 25 Helmet Check Bike Pumps

Transition Post Race 25 Aid Stations 26

Race Day Information 30 Cut Off Times Contingency Plan Race Day Services Finish Line Photo Recovery Process & Area

2 KEY EVENT CHANGES

A huge thanks to the Taupō District Council, Tuwharetoa, our suppliers, stakeholders, volunteers, the IRONMAN Group team and the local Taupō community for the unwavering support we have received since having to postpone the event to 27 March. We have made a few notable changes to the Event:

1. WELCOME TO TAUPŌ PRESENTATION All athletes and supporters are invited to join us at 1:45pm on Thursday 25 March in the Race Village for an official welcome by some special guests.

2. IRONMAN 70.3 AWARDS PRESENTATION There will be no awards presentation this year, however all awards will be available for collection at the Event Information Centre. Award winners will be notified via text message and also keep an eye out on the event app and social media pages for announcement of award winners.

3. IRONMAN 70.3 START TIME Due to reduced daylight hours, you will now start your race 20 minutes later than planned. Your new start time is 7.05am. There is no change to the IRONMAN start time. View the Event Schedule on page 12 for more details.

4. IRONMAN 70.3 TEAM SWIMMERS You will now start with IRONMAN 70.3 individuals at 7:05am. Team swimmers will need to self- seed in one of the four Start Zones based on expected finish time. View page 33 for Zone Timings.

5. IRONMAN 70.3 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP ROLL DOWN Roll Down for 2021 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship 75 available slots will be managed electronically. During Athlete Check-In you will be asked to ‘opt in’ and confirm you intend to accept a slot should you qualify for the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship. If you are successful in obtaining a Qualification slot, we will be in contact 24hrs after the race to advise. See page 41 for details.

6. RECOMMENDED GEAR It will likely be a bit cooler on 27 March than earlier in the month and we recommend preparing for this by having arm warmers, gloves and a jacket in transition for the bike.

3 KEEPING COVID-SAFE

Ahead of you arriving at Athlete Check-In and prominent places in all venues including the on race day, we want to make you aware of the start line. If you do not have the app you can measures we have introduced for 2021 to register for contact tracing via hard-copy ensure we are in line with current Ministry of forms at Information Booths. Your Health guidelines and the New Zealand Events attendance information (at Athlete Check In Sector Voluntary Code. and via the Event timing systems) will be collected for the purposes of secondary We ask that you: contact tracing and may be disclosed to the  Not attend the Event (including Athlete Ministry of Health should the need arise; Check in) if you, or an immediate family or  Comply with any public health and/or safety household member, are feeling unwell or directions of event staff, police or health sick, have confirmed COVID-19 or COVID- authorities; 19 symptoms, or if you have been instructed by the relevant authority to self-isolate. For  Wearing masks: Masks can help reduce the COVID-19 health advice and information, we spread of COVID-19. You may choose to encourage you to contact the Ministry of wear a mask however it is not mandatory to Heath’s Healthline team on 0800 358 5453. do so. Please stay up-to-date with the latest Contact us at [email protected] or Ministry of Health guidance here. on +64 96019590 by 3:00pm Saturday 27  Usual hydration/nutrition will be available but March to discuss your event entry options; you should feel encouraged to carry your  Maintain good hygiene practices at all times, own during the Event; including: regular hand washing and  Be mindful of contact with others during race sanitization when entering venues, after celebrations (including at the finish line); using the bathroom and before and after handling food; and covering your mouth and We encourage all participants and supporters to nose if you need to cough or sneeze. Hand stay up to date with the latest Ministry of Health wash facilities are available at the North information (including further information on Domain and start lines. Additionally hand good hygiene) available here. sanitizer will be available at all venues and at aid stations;  Download the NZ COVID Tracer App onto your mobile phone (available here), sign in upon arrival at all event venues and the start line and turn on Bluetooth tracing. The NZ Government official COVID-19 QR code will be on display at the entry point and in

4 RACE DIRECTOR MESSAGE

Welcome to the Nutri-Grain IRONMAN Remember to say a special thanks to the 70.3 New Zealand. Mercury Volunteers and to your team of supporters, family and friends that have On behalf of the IRONMAN New Zealand helped you throughout your journey to get team we welcome you to the 2021 Nutri- you to Taupō. Grain IRONMAN 70.3 New Zealand. The Taupō community and volunteers are We look forward to seeing you all on the ready and waiting to support you during start line on Saturday 27 March. your IRONMAN 70.3 journey. The town is well known for its hospitality and are eagerly awaiting your arrival and race day. Throughout your visit you will be supported by the locals that make this event like no other. Please read this document carefully as there will be no race briefing this year, apart from a Q&A and Transition Tours with myself, where I will cover off some of the finer points of your race. Check the Event Schedule for details. WAYNE REARDON Race Director If your sights are set on stepping up to an IRONMAN event, we have a Become One Seminar for First Timers on the Friday morning. Behind the scenes we have a team of local directors all from Taupō, who lead an army of 2200+ Mercury Volunteers, supporting you every step of your IRONMAN 70.3 race. Their commitment ensures the event is a success each year.

5 6 RACE REFEREE MESSAGE

To minimise the possibility of infringing the rules Other infringements which may result in on race day and avoiding a visit to the penalty disqualification include: box, please observe the following: • Offensive and unsportsmanlike behaviour, • Ride on the left side of the bike lane • Public personal toilet, • Keep 12 metres between yourself and the • Outside assistance (from anyone other than cyclist in front of you – front wheel to front a race official), wheel • Use of a device that will distract the athlete • Pass on the right of the cyclist in front (never from paying full attention to their on the left) surroundings. For the avoidance of doubt • Complete your pass within 25-seconds mobile phones may be carried by an athlete • If passed, drop back immediately 12 metres during the race (for example, for the use of and ensure you have dropped back the full tracking apps such as Strava). However 12 metres before re-passing during the race the communication functions (voice calls, text messaging, email or any Triathlon is an individual race and it is your other form of electronic communication or responsibility to fully understand the rules and messaging) of these devices may not be avoid infringements. A technical official’s ruling used. Nor may any device be used to play is final in the case of drafting, blocking, and music, with or without the use of illegal pass infringements (judgment calls) and headphones or headsets. these are not subject to either protest or appeal. Disqualification Process Following are the most common rule infringements: • A technical official will advise you of your disqualification by bowing a whistle, calling Blue card 5-minute penalties include: your number, advising you of the nature of • Drafting – following a leading cyclist closer the infringement and showing you a red than 12 metres and failing to pass in 25 card. seconds OR after being passed, failing to drop back 12 metres before re-passing • Having been disqualified you have the • Illegal pass – passing on the left option to continue in the race and protest the disqualification to the Head Referee after • Littering - discarding items, e.g. tyres, you finish the race. Note that you must bottles, gel wrappers etc., This applies on signal your intention to protest within 15 any part of the course, except within minutes of finishing and complete the designated litter zones near aid stations. protest paperwork within 30 minutes of A technical official will advise you of any time finishing. penalty by calling your number, advising you of Always remember to treat other athletes, the nature of the infringement and showing you volunteers and officials with courtesy and a blue card. It will be then your responsibility to consideration as they are important in keeping serve the 5-minute time penalty(s) at the next the event safe and fair. penalty box. I sincerely hope you have a great race, enjoy Yellow card stop start penalties to be served the experience, and achieve your ironman at the next penalty box include: goals. • Blocking – riding on the right side of an athlete without passing or riding on the right- hand side of the bike lane when clear of ROSS CAPILL other athletes. Head Referee Yellow card stop start and correct penalties include: • Helmet – failing to have your chin strap securely fastened when moving with your bike.

Note: that any 3 infringements across the course during the event may result in a disqualification. 7 RACE RULES

The event is sanctioned by Triathlon New Section 5.02 Equipment Zealand and race under IRONMAN Race Rules. Illegal Equipment (iv) Headsets or headphones are prohibited All Athletes should read and understand the race during the bike segment of the race; (1:00 minute rules prior to race day. Below highlights some of penalty, DSQ if not remedied promptly) the race rules. Swim RUN Section 4.01 General Section 6.01 General (c) The use of snorkels, fins, gloves, paddles, or (a) Athletes may run, walk, or crawl; flotation devices of any kind (including pull buoys) (b) It is the sole responsibility of each Athlete to is prohibited; (DSQ) know and follow the prescribed running course. (g) Individual paddlers or escorts are prohibited; No adjustments in times or results will be made, (DSQ) for any reason whatsoever, for athletes who fail to follow the proper course (e.g., if the Athlete Section 4.02 Wetsuit Rules runs in the wrong direction or runs more than (c) A wetsuit may cover any part of the body necessary, time will not be subtracted from the except the face, hands, or feet; Athlete’s final race time); (e) The thickness of the wetsuit may not exceed (d) Running with a bare torso is prohibited. 5mm. If the wetsuit consists of two or more Athletes must wear a shirt, jersey, or sport pieces, then the combined thickness of the top/sports bra at all times during the run segment overlapping pieces may not exceed 5 mm; (DSQ) of the race; (30 or 60 second time penalty (as Section 4.04 Illegal Equipment applicable), DSQ if not remedied promptly) (a) Headsets or headphones are prohibited Section 6.02 Illegal Equipment during the swim segment of the race. (30 or 60 (a) Headsets or headphones are prohibited second time penalty (as applicable), DSQ if not during the run segment of the race. (1:00 minute remedied promptly). penalty, DSQ if not remedied promptly) BIKE FINISH LINE Section 5.01 General Section 6.03 Finish Line Conduct (a) The bicycle shall be propelled solely, through Friends, family members, and/or other spectators a chain set, by the legs moving in a circular are not permitted to cross the finish line or enter movement, without electric or other assistance. the finish chute with participating Athletes. Other than pushing or carrying a bicycle, any (Please note: IRONMAN desires for each Athlete propulsive action brought on by use of the hands to be able to celebrate his/her accomplishment is prohibited (except with respect to PC Open without risking the safety of other event Athletes and HC Athletes in accordance with participants, volunteers, and/or spectators). Article VIII and Article IX); (DSQ and indefinite Athletes who choose not to respect the foregoing suspension) finish line policy will be disqualified. (c) It is the sole responsibility of each Athlete to Continued over page.. know and follow the prescribed cycling course. No adjustments in times or results will be made, for any reason whatsoever, for athletes who fail to follow the proper course; (g) Cycling with a bare torso is prohibited. Athletes must wear a shirt, jersey, or sport top/sports bra at all times during the cycling segment of the race; (30 or 60 second time penalty (as applicable), DSQ if not remedied promptly)

8 RACE RULES

PROTESTS ANTI-DOPING Section 3.06 Right of Protest or Appeal Each athlete acknowledges notice of the Anti- (a) The athlete’s right to protest or appeal, if any, Doping Rules (as such term is defined below), will be governed and handled by the event’s and acknowledges that he/she is bound by, sanctioning body, and/or the competition rules of confirms he/she shall comply with, and voluntarily the relevant National Federation, provided, consents to all provisions of the Anti-Doping however, that if no formal process exists for the Rules. (i) “Anti-Doping Rules” means all anti- applicable National Federation then IRONMAN doping rules adopted by IRONMAN including, may elect to handle protests and appeals for without limitation, the World Anti-Doping Code such event in a manner that is substantially (the “WADA Code”), all associated International similar to the to the process set forth by the then- Standards, including , without limitation the List of current International Triathlon Union Competition Prohibited Substances and Prohibited Methods Rules. (the “Prohibited List”) as issued by the World Anti-Doping Agency (“WADA”), and all other COMPETITION AGE rules, policies, and/or procedures adopted by IRONMAN. All age-group athletes must participate and compete in the age-group division corresponding to the athlete’s age as of December 31 of the year of the Event.

9 WELCOME MESSAGE

Nau mai, haere mai Kia ora tatou and welcome to Nutri-Grain IRONMAN 70.3 New Zealand. Taupō hosts a huge variety of events throughout the year and Nutri-Grain IRONMAN 70.3 is definitely one of our premier events with a very special place in our hearts. We love seeing you, the athletes, and all your families and supporters in our piece of paradise, as well as the thousands of Taupō locals who volunteer their time to make sure you have a great event and a great time while you are here. The overwhelming support our locals have for Nutri-Grain IRONMAN 70.3 is one of the many reasons we were awarded the hosting rights to the upcoming IRONMAN 70.3 World Championships, and we’d love to see you here for this international event too, whether it’s out on the course competing or supporting your favourite athletes. Thanks again and congratulations to the many organisers, sponsors, volunteers and participants who make this event happen; you help bring a vibrancy to the Taupō District that we love and look forward to. And best of luck to everyone competing - here’s to you achieving all your Nutri-Grain IRONMAN 70.3 goals and I hope that you have some time while you are here to enjoy our hospitality and see what the Taupō District has to offer.

DAVID J TREWAVAS JP Mayor of Taupō 10 11 EVENT SCHEDULE

Event Schedule is up to date as at 11/03/2021 and is subject to change. View the Event Schedule online and on the IRONMAN Oceania App for the most up to date information.

WEDNESDAY 24 MARCH 2021 Time Event Location 7am - 9am Wetsuit Checking Taupō Yacht Club 9am - 4pm IRONMAN Merchandise Store Merchandise Marquee, North Domain 9am - 5pm Event Information Centre North Domain 9am - 5pm Performance Bicycle Tuning Service Centre North Domain 9am - 6:30pm Pre-Race Massage Service Massage Marquee, North Domain 10am - 4pm Wetsuit Checking North Domain

THURSDAY 25 MARCH 2021 Time Event Location 6am - 8am Wetsuit Checking Taupō Yacht Club

AWA Priority Athlete Check-In - IRONMAN and 9am - 10am IRONMAN 70.3 Main Marquee, North Domain AWA ATHLETES ONLY 9am - 4pm Wetsuit Checking North Domain 9am - 5pm IRONMAN Merchandise Store Merchandise Marquee, North Domain 9am - 5pm Event Information Centre North Domain 9am - 5pm Sports and Lifestyle Expo North Domain 9am - 5pm Performance Bicycle Tuning Service Centre North Domain 9am - 6:30pm Pre-Race Massage Service Massage Marquee, North Domain 10am - 4pm Athlete Check-In - IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 Main Marquee, North Domain. 1:45pm Welcome to Taupō presentation – all welcome Finish Area, North Domain

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FRIDAY 26 MARCH 2021 Time Event Location 6am - 8am Wetsuit Checking Taupō Yacht Club AWA Priority Athlete Check-In - IRONMAN and 9am - 10am IRONMAN 70.3 Main Marquee, North Domain AWA ATHLETES ONLY 9am - 5pm Event Information Centre North Domain 9am - 5pm Sports and Lifestyle Expo North Domain 9am - 5pm Performance Bicycle Tuning Service Centre North Domain 9am - 5pm IRONMAN Merchandise Store Merchandise Marquee, North Domain 9am - 6:30pm Pre-Race Massage Service Massage Marquee, North Domain 10am - 4pm Athlete Check-In - IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 Main Marquee, North Domain 10am - 4pm Wetsuit Checking North Domain 10am - 5pm Bike Check-In Transition Area, North Domain 11am Race Director Q&A followed by Transition Tour Finish Area, North Domain 12pm - 12:30pm Meet the Professionals Finish Area, North Domain

SATURDAY 27 MARCH 2021 Time Event Location 5am – 6:15am Transition open Transition Area, North Domain 5am - 1am Event Information Centre North Domain 6:45am Traditional Māori Welcome Lake Taupō, Opposite Taupō Yacht Club IRONMAN 70.3 Age Group and Teams Rolling Race 7:05am Lake Taupō, Opposite Taupō Yacht Club Start (Self-Seeded) 8am - 8pm IRONMAN Merchandise Store Merchandise Marquee, North Domain 8am - 8pm Medal Engraving Merchandise Marquee, North Domain

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SATURDAY 27 MARCH 2021 Time Event Location 8:30am IRONMAN 70.3 Swim Course Cut-Off 12:50pm IRONMAN 70.3 Bike Course Cut-Off 1pm - 10pm IRONMAN 70.3 Bike Collection Transition Area, North Domain 3:50pm IRONMAN 70.3 Run Course Cut-Off

SUNDAY 28 MARCH 2021 Time Event Location IRONMAN Merchandise Store (Including Finisher's 8am - 2pm Merchandise Marquee, North Domain Range) 9am - 10am Bike Collection Transition Area, North Domain 9am - 2pm Event Information Centre North Domain Award Collection - please wait until notified to 9am - 2pm Event Information Centre collect Post-Race Massage Service (Bookings 9am - 4pm Massage Marquee, North Domain Recommended)

14 ATHLETE CHECK LIST

PRE EVENT RACE DAY  Book/confirm accommodation & flights (if  Ensure you have all items for your race applicable) including, helmet, timing chip & wetsuit/trisuit  Ensure event registration is confirmed (check  Enter Transition for last minute checks & drop for confirmation email) off bike pump (if relevant)  Familiarise yourself with Event Schedule  Drop off street gear bag (if relevant) (know all check- in/drop off times)  Start the race - be at the start line at least 15  Pre-book massage (see page 19) minutes prior  Pack photo ID in your luggage  Finish the race  Familiarise yourself with the course - it is your  Receive your medal responsibility to know this on race day.  Grab your finisher towel  Check athlete list online & on event app note:  Recover lists will be updated on Friday 19 March.  Collect your items – street gear bag, bike Event app will also be updated at close of pump, bike Check-In prior to race day. If any details are wrong contact us via email or phone.  Download the NZ COVID Tracer App onto your mobile phone (available here) POST RACE  Have your medal engraved at the Official IRONMAN Merchandise Tent ONCE I ARRIVE (PRE RACE)  Upload your #medalmonday photo on your  Familiarise yourself with the event venue and social media key areas (Check-In, bike racking, swim start  Celebrate at the official after party at Finn’s and finish line) Bistro and Beer Garden  Familiarise yourself with road closures  Have your wetsuit checked/dipped  Check-In and collect race kit  Attend Race Director Q&A and Transition Tour  Attend Welcome to Taupō presentation  Rack bike  Pack items for race day  Teams – Familarise yourself with team transition entry point  Teams – Familarise yourself with the teams meeting point so you can cross the finish line together as a team

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RACE KIT COLOURS 5. STREET GEAR BAG White – Age Group Athletes Place items required for post race (collected in the recovery area). Drop Orange - Teams oﬀ race morning. Must use bag supplied. 1. RACE BIB NUMBER 6. BIKE SEAT POST STICKER Worn on the front and attach Place this sticker around the seat post with with race belt (supplied by athlete) the number facing backwards to be read from the or safety pins (available at Event Information). Do side. Attach prior to bike racking. not fold or alter race bib number. 7. HELMET STICKER 2. ATHLETE WRISTBAND Place sticker on front of helmet. Attach prior Secured at Athlete Check-In and must be worn at to helmet check on race day. all times. The IRONMAN Group will not allow access into athlete restricted areas without athletes 8. BIKE PUMP STICKER wearing their wristband. Place sticker on bike pump prior to drop off on NO WRISTBAND = NO ACCESS. race day.

3. TATTOOS 9. STREET GEAR BAG STICKER Number Tattoo: Place on right bicep (or forearm if Remove sticker from backing sheet wrap the your wetsuit has sleeces). label around the string on the bottom right hand Category Tattoo: Place on left calf corner Application: Apply by peeling the clear film of your street gear bag and stick securely off, placing the tattoo face-down on your right arm, onto the back of itself. firmly pressing the paper side with a damp cloth or sponge, holding for 60 seconds and gently peel back the paper. Tattoos are compulsory to wear. In the case your tattoo becomes faulty please see the Event Information Staﬀ who will be able to assist by writing your number/letter on with a permanent marker.

4. SWIM CAP The provided Roka swim cap, must be worn during swim leg. AWA caps are optional to wear. If wearing another cap, the oﬃcial cap must be worn on top. Swim caps are Latex.

16 RELAY TEAM INFORMATION

Please note the below information relates to the SWIM START Relay Teams and outlines specific team details and difference to the Individual race. Rolling Start: Team swimmers are starting with the 70.3 Age Group athletes and will sort Teams, you must still read the complete AIG for themselves into the correct start group based on all relevant information but please note the team their swim start time. information below.

RACE KIT TRANSITION The change over between team members will Please refer to page 16 to see all inclusions in occur at Transition. Team members will meet in your race kit. the designated change-over area and exchange Please note the team differences: the timing chip. Your timing chip is your relay baton. • Race Bib – this is worn by the runner It is recommended that all team members attend • Athlete Wristband – each team member will Transition either during racking or pre-race to receive their own wristband during Check-In ensure you are aware of your position and the that must be worn. transition flow.

• Street Gear Bag - each team member will During the race, team members will enter receive one through the Teams Entry and meet their racing team member in the designated change-over Tattoos: area.

• Number Tattoo – worn by runner Team change overs are self-managed and it is up to Relay Teams to ensure they know when • Category Tattoo – worn by runner they must be at the meeting point.

CHECK IN FINISH LINE Each team member will be required to attend Check-In. The first team member to attend Relay Teams are permitted to cross the finish line Check-In will receive the Race Kit and collect all together, if they wish. The entry point will be items for the team. It is then the responsibility of identified by a sign ‘Relay Teams Meeting Point’ the team member to distribute the race kit to the at the top of the finish line chute. other team member/s. If only the runner proceeds down the finish line, they will be required to collect their It is recommended, where possible, all members Team Members’ towel & medal. of a Relay Team check-in together.

17 18 PRE RACE INFORMATION

ATHLETE CHECK-IN WETSUIT CHECK See page 12 for time and location. You are required to have your wetsuit checked All packs will need to be collected during Athlete by the Department of Conservation before entry Check-In opening hours. Please note, no packs into Lake Taupō. This prevents the spread of will be posted out prior to the event. invasive species such as didymo & hornwort.

What you will need to bring: See the Event Schedule for times and locations (page 12). • Photo ID (drivers licence or passport) The Department of Conservation will give you a Who can collect? card once you have checked your wetsuit. Only the person registered can pick up their race Please bring this with you to check in. You will kit at Check-In. Please note that it is not not be able to check in if you have not checked permitted for someone else to compete under your wetsuit. Please CCD your own gear if your name or for you to compete under someone entering Lake Taupō prior to these times. else’s name. This will result in suspension from Tri NZ and banning both parties from future For instructions visit IRONMAN Oceania/Multisport Triathlon Races. www.biosecurity.govt.nz/cleaning

19 PRE RACE INFORMATION

MASSAGE PRE RACE TRAINING Pre and post race massage therapy will be Ensure you are always aware of and obey the available from Wednesday race week to Sunday town/state road rules. We highly recommend post race. View the Event Schedule (page 12) for always training with at least one other person. times and location. Roads will remain open until race day; therefore we ask you to be cautious at all times and For further information and bookings for Sunday courteous to the local community. (post-race) please contact our Massage Director, Roger Gooch: Email [email protected] Swim Course Mobile +64 21 849 502 • River Section: Swimming down the river Note: Race Day Cost is $20 for 15 minutes; section of the Swim course is illegal, other cash only than on race day. • Keep Inside the Buoys: Please keep inside BIKE MECHANICS the 200m red and white marker buoys, as it is From Wednesday – Friday race week, bike an authorised boating and jet-ski lane on the mechanics will be available to offer minor outside of the buoys. mechanic services. This is a paid service and • Avoid golf balls: It can be dangerous to athletes are responsible for the cost included. swim unwittingly into the Hole-In-One golf A limited ‘emergency service’ will be available on activity, and you should wear a brightly race morning at Transition for all athletes. coloured swim cap at all times. See Ventum Bike Course information on page 36 • Taupō Boat Harbour: No swimming in the for more information. Taupō Boat Harbour channel until race morning; this is a working harbour and swimming is prohibited. PARKING Bike Course Parking will be on surrounding local streets (please ensure that you are aware of any parking • ETA Bypass: We do not recommend that you restrictions and changed traffic conditions). ride on the ETA Bypass, which carries heavy traffic and also a high number of trucks and https://www.taupodc.govt.nz/transport-and- heavy transport. We have erected a number water/parking/where-to-park of safety signs along Broadlands Rd as a reminder. • Single file: Cyclists should ride in single file CHANGED TRAFFIC CONDITIONS on the course at all times. Please take time to make yourself aware of all • Be visible: Please ensure you are easily changed traffic conditions for yourself and all visible to motorists by wearing High Vis athletes on race day. jackets or bright coloured cycle clothing. Avoid You can view information on how to get around dark colours that blend with the vegetation and the Road Closure Map here. and are not easily visible.

Run Course

• Stay on the paths: Please run on the paths where possible and be courteous to other users.

20 PRE RACE INFORMATION

WELCOME TO TAUPŌ PRESENTATION We invite you and your supporters to join us on Thursday 25 March for a Welcome to Taupō presentation, with remarks by David Trewavas, Mayor of Taupō and special guests

View the Event Schedule on page 12 for time and location.

21 22 BAG DROP / COLLECTION

STREET GEAR BAG Your street gear bag consists of any clothes you require post-race and is collected at Recovery. The bag provided to you during Athlete Check-In must be used as your street gear bag. No other bag will be accepted. Please ensure that you have the gear bag sticker (located in your race kit) clearly stuck to the bottom of the handle.

Examples Include: • Warm clothing (jumper, tracksuit pants) • Different footwear Please refrain from placing any valuables in your bag where possible.

CLOTHING DROP The clothing drop zone is at B3 aid station on the return leg to Taupō at approximately the 48km mark. All clothing must be marked clearly with your race number. Dropped clothing will be bagged and returned to the Event Information lost property.

DROP OFF BAG USE DURING RACE POST RACE COLLECTION LOCATION When: Saturday 27 When: Immediately Post Race or March Sunday STREET Time: 5am – 7am Time: 9am – 10am (Sunday) No access during race GEAR BAG Location: Street Gear Location: Recovery area Bag truck at swim start – Any additional information. Eg will be race morning transported When: Post Race Saturday 27 March When: Saturday 27 or Sunday 28 March March BIKE PUMPS No access during race Time: 7pm – 1am (Sat) or 9am – Time: 5am – 7am 10am (Sun) Location: Transition Location: Transition Available at B3 Aid Saturday 27 Post Race Sunday 28 March When: Station; Once clothing When: CLOTHING March Time: 9am – 2pm is dropped, you cannot DROP Time: During the race Location: Event Information Centre, have it back until Location: B3 Aid Station North Domain Sunday post race

Note: When you collect your bike post race, bike pumps and any other items, should be collected at the same time.

23 TRANSITION

Covers: No full bike covers will be allowed PRE RACE for overnight racking. These will be removed and can be collected at Event Information (lost & RACE DIRECTOR Q&A AND found). TRANSITION TOURS Note: No Helmets are to be left overnight as Come along to the Q&A to ask any questions you a compulsory helmet check is conducted on might have and to receive a great overview of the race morning. event. This will be followed by a Transition Tour. Tours take approximately 20 minutes and will Reminder: You must scan in using the NZ include: Government official COVID-19 QR code located at the entrance to Transition • Flow of transition • Change tent functionality • Entry/exit points • Suggested setup TIMING CHIPS View the Event Schedule (page 12) for times Pick Up: upon exit during bike racking and location. Hot Tip: place the timing chip somewhere safe after collection. Eg with your helmet BIKE RACKING Drop Off: timing chips will be collected after the finish arch and prior to entering Recovery View the Event Schedule (page 12) for times and location. Lost During Race: if you lose your timing chip during the race, inform event staff Prior to Entry: within transition, so that timing providers can do • Attend Athlete Check-In their best to replace the chip. • Secure bike seat post sticker Drop Out: if you do not start the race or pull out of the race, please return the timing chip to a Bike Checks: drop out clerk located at information or if unable • Conducted by Triathlon New to reach this location to an event staff Zealand upon entry member. Where possible only hand to an official • You, the athlete are responsible for your bike Event Staff member not a volunteer. being in safe working order • Inspectors will be checking for such thing as: Lost Timing Chips: if your timing chip is not returned or is lost, you will be charged - End plugs on handle bars $150NZD for a replacement. - Tyres in reasonable condition - Stripped cabling - At least one water bottle cage - Brakes in working order - Compliance with IRONMAN Rules

Security: Security will be situated in and around Transition overnight.

How to Rack your Bike: Rack your bike by the handlebars. On race morning you may change your bike to be racked by the seat, front wheel facing outward from the rack.

24 TRANSITION

RACE DAY POST RACE HELMET CHECK BIKE COLLECTION Triathlon New Zealand officials will be conducting View the Event Schedule on page 12 for compulsory helmet checks as you enter the collection times. Ensure you are aware of the Transition area. Please ensure you have your closing time as, after this time Transition will helmet on and secured (with your helmet sticker become unsecure. on the front of your helmet) prior to entering When collecting your bike, please ensure all Transition. transition bags and bike pumps are collected at the same time. Before leaving Transition, you will need to place your helmet on your bike

Competitors are responsible for ensuring that their bike helmet is in a safe working order prior to presenting it at Transition. See IRONMAN Rules.

BIKE PUMPS Bike pump drop off will be available on race morning within Transition and they can be collected post event during bike collection. Please ensure your bike pump is labelled using the sticker within your race kit.

All bike pumps that are not collected during bike collection times will be donated.

You will have the opportunity to make any last- minute tweaks/adjustments to your bike. Ensure all items are either attached to your bike, or transition rack. No items will be allowed on the ground next to your bike. This includes any tubs, bags etc.

25 26 AID STATIONS

PRE SWIM Process: Slow down when entering a bike aid station, don’t • Glasses & inhalers drop table (collection at stop! If you do not require any product from a swim exit) bike aid station please stay to the right of the • Water roadway. There will be signs along the aid station listing what is on offer. Volunteers will be also calling out what they are offering. Please politely TRANSITION AID STATION advise the by calling out as per your needs. (Swim to Bike & Bike to Run)

Will Offer: AID STATION LAYOUT • Water • Gatorade (Lemon-Lime) • Vaseline DISCARD • Sunblock TOILET • Toilets WATER BIKE AID STATIONS ELECTROLYTE In New Zealand we ride on the left-hand side of the road and aid station and take-ups will normally be with the left hand. FOOD

Aid Station Locations: ELECTROLYTE The Bike Course has 4 aid stations located approximately 18km apart. WATER • B1 Broadlands Rd opposite Wairakei Estate – 18km TOILET • B2 Vaile Road 36km DISCARD • B3 Broadlands Road School 55km & 145km • B4 Broadlands Rd by Wairakei Estate HQ – 74km

Will offer: • Water • Gatorade (Lemon-Lime) • Maurten Gels (caffeinated and non- caffeinated) • CLIF Energy Bars (Chocolate Chip and Chocolate Brownie) • Vaseline • Sunscreen • Toilets

27 AID STATIONS

RUN AID STATIONS AID STATION LAYOUT The Run Course has 4 aid stations located approximately 2.5km apart. DISCARD

• R1 Lake Terrace TOILET • R2 Kowhai Rd • R3 Sea Scout Great Lake Path WATER • R4 Tongariro St (2nd lap only) ELECTROLYTE Will offer: FOOD • Water • Gatorade (Lemon-Lime) ELECTROLYTE • Maurten Gels (caffeinated and non- caffeinated) WATER • CLIF Energy Bars (Chocolate Chip and Chocolate Brownie) TOILET • Red Bull @ 50% (aid station R1 only) • Coca Cola DISCARD • Bananas • Vaseline • Sunscreen • Toilets DISCARD DROP ZONES Please discard any unwanted items post the discard zone start sign and pre the discard zone finish sign. Anything discarded outside this area Process: will be penalised. Aid Stations 1, 2 and 3 - keep right when approaching the aid station. If you do not require any product, please stay to the left.

Aid Station 4 - keep left when approaching this aid station. If you do not require any product, please stay to the right.

There will be signs along the aid station listing what is on offer.

28 29 RACE DAY INFORMATION

CUT OFF TIMES CONTINGENCY PLAN Both cumulative and intermediate cut off times If/when the contingency plan needs to be for the swim, bike and run will be based on an implemented you will be notified by the Race athlete’s individual swim start time. Below cut off Director. This will be communicated by the event times provide absolute cut off locations and time app or by the commentator. of day based on the predicted last starter at time of publishing this document. These times will be adjusted and enforced per individual by the Race RACE DAY SERVICES Director on race day. Medical Swim – 1 hours 10mins from athlete’s individual A first aid provider will be engaged to provide first start time (time based on last athlete in water) aid at all events operated by The IRONMAN • 8:30am – swim course cut off time Group. First aid will be positioned in a variety of Bike – 5 hours 30 mins from athlete’s individual locations. The exact positions of first aid stations start time (times based on last athlete in water) can be viewed here on the course maps. Athletes • 10:50am – 47.6km, reach turnaround at are responsible for any costs incurred as a result Reporoa of a medical incident, this includes but is not • 11:13am – 55.2km, B3 Broadlands School limited to ambulance transfers, hospital stays, specialist treatment; it is therefore strongly • 12:05pm – 74.1km, B4 Wairakei Estate aid advised that all athletes hold adequate personal station insurance. International athletes are strongly • 12:50pm – bike course cut off time advised to have adequate travel or personal insurance that will provide coverage for participation in an IRONMAN Group Run – 8 hours 30 hours from athlete’s individual event. Athletes are responsible for start time (times based on last athlete in water) understanding the terms and conditions of • 1:41pm – 5.5km, Kowhai Rd aid station on 1st insurances held. lap • 2:24pm – 10.7km, start 2nd lap at Tongariro St SAG wagon • 3:07pm – 15.8km, Kowhai Rd aid station on The SAG Wagon will collect athletes who are 2nd lap unable to complete the event or are unable to finish within the course cut-off time. Collected • 3:50pm – run course/overall cut off time athletes will be transported back to the event venue. Should an athlete be unable to reach one of these cut off times, they will no longer be able to Should you require a SAG Wagon at any time, continue racing. Race results will be classified as please wave down a motorbike official and they a Did Not Finish (DNF). Event Crew will assist in will contact IRONMAN for SAG Wagon transporting the athlete back to the event precinct deployment. Alternatively advise volunteers at via SAG wagons. the Nearest aid station.

In addition to the above cut off times, athletes Please Note: delays in SAG Wagon transport may be cut-off at any time based on the Race are expected. To assist with a prompt response, Director’s discretion and judgement. Reasons for please do not move from your reported location this may include, but are not limited to; medical, once a SAG Wagon has been requested as this contingency, logistical and or race rule violations. could affect their ability to locate and transport you. In the situation of one or more legs (swim, bike, run) being modified under contingency scenarios, the Race Director reserves the right to announce new cut off times. 30 RACE DAY INFORMATION

FINISH LINE PHOTO POST RACE FinisherPix is the official event photographer. RESULTS How to get your best photos: Results can be viewed at the following locations: • Ensure your helmet sticker visible on the • IRONMAN Oceania App FRONT of your bike helmet. • https://www.ironman.com/im703-new-zealand • Keep your race bib number visible on the FRONT of your body during the run and whilst • Finishers Certificate – entering the finish line. www.multisportaustralia.com.au • Smile and celebrate when you cross the finish line! Don’t worry about touching your watch, MEDAL ENGRAVING the timing company will ensure an accurate Medal engraving is available at the Official record of your achievement. IRONMAN Merchandise store. View the Event • Smile and have your photo taken with your Schedule (page 12) for times. And location. The finisher medal and towel at the photo wall process takes anywhere from 5 to 25 minutes. available within recovery Please note all medals must be dropped off and Your personal race photos will be available within collected to the Official IRONMAN Merchandise 24-48hrs after the race at www.finisherpix.com. Store. No medals will be posted.

LOST & FOUND PROPERTY RECOVERY PROCESS & AREA Any lost or found property that is handed in will After passing the finish line arch, volunteers will be taken to the Event Information. View the Event present you with your finishers medal and towel. Schedule (page 12) for times and location.

You will then following the recovery process and Please note: no responsibility or liability is taken have the below available to you: by the Race Organisers for lost property. • Timing chip removal All lost property will be held for 30days post • Street gear bag collection event. After this time all left over items will be donated to charity. For any enquiries after the • Recovery food/drink event please contact IRONMAN on +64 • Massage 96019590 or [email protected]. • Medical support (if required) • Official finisher photo by FinisherPix

Important: Make the most of the facilities post finish before you exit the area and return to your family or friends. There is a no re-entry policy so make sure you are comfortable before you exit.

THE POST FINISH RECOVERY AREA WILL OFFER: • Water & Electrolytes • Soft drinks • Fresh fruit • Assorted hot and cold snacks • Red Bull

31 32 ROKA SWIM COURSE 1.9km

CUT OFF WETSUIT RUILING Wetsuits are mandatory for the Nutri-Grain 1 hours 10mins from athlete’s individual start IRONMAN New Zealand swim. time GLASSES DROP/COLLECTION PARATRIATHLETE SWIM START A glasses drop & collection point will be If you are a Paratriathlete and require support, available at the swim start/swim exit. Please please contact us at +64 96019590 or ensure your glasses are labeled with your race [email protected] number prior to drop off. Where possible drop your glasses at the swim exit collection point. If unable to, a drop off point will be available at swim start. ROLLING START View the Event Schedule (page 12) for start SWIM CAPS times. All Roka swim caps provided will be latex based. For all 70.3 athletes, including team swimmers, In the case you are allergic, please contact us at the race start will be a Rolling Swim Start. [email protected] or +64 9 6019590. Athletes are to self-seed themselves into Start Zones prior to race start.

Four different Start Zones are available, depending on an athlete’s expected swim time:

• Zone 1. Under 30 minutes • Zone 2. Between 30 - 35 minutes • Zone 3. Between 35 – 45 minutes • Zone 4. Between 45 minutes – 1hr 10 minutes

Zone signage displayed within the Swim Start area. To access the Start Zones, athletes will need to follow the directional signage and instructions of Event Staff. At the official start time, the Rolling Start will begin with athletes being released in intervals across the start line and timing mat.

As you cross the start, your timing chip will activate, and your individual time will start. The rolling start will continue from Zone 1 to Zone 4 until all athletes have crossed the timing mat and begun the race.

33 ROKA SWIM COURSE 1.9km

SWIM SAFETY TRANSITION PROCEDURE Water safety personnel and craft will be located At the Swim exit, you will pass through a timing on the water during the swim. They will have chute, run up to transition via the path on Story relevant equipment and are there to support you Place and enter transition, where you will find should you require. your bike racked in numerical order. Ensure you fasten your helmet securely before un-racking At any time should you require the assistance of your bike. water safety please raise one arm into the air and they will come to your aid. Should at any point in Click here to view Age Group swim cap colours time you decide to abandon the swim, you will be and a summary of the Swim Course. taken to one of the swim extraction points. At this point in time, if required you will be checked over by medical and your timing band removed. If your timing band has been removed, do not attempt to re-enter the race.

34 35 VENTUM BIKE COURSE 90km

CUT OFF TRANSITION PROCEDURE

5 hours 30mins from athlete’s individual start As you dismount your bike in the bike finish time chute, you are responsible for taking your bike to your numbered rack within Transition and racking the bike up correctly. Your helmet must remain on and secured until your bike is racked. Failure TRAFFIC to do so may result in disqualification. Event vehicle and personal vehicles/motorbikes Equip yourself for the run leg at your allocated will be out on course during the event. bike rack location. Upon exiting Transition, athletes will pass the Transition Aid Station before heading north onto the run course. Click here to download the map and view a summary of the Bike Course.

36 37 HOKA ONE ONE RUN COURSE 21.1km

CUT OFF LAP BANDS On each lap of the run course, athletes will be 8 hours 30 minutes from athlete’s individual required to go through a “lap band collection start time point”, located on Kowhai Rd.

Click here to download the map and view a At this point athletes will collect a different summary of the Run Course. coloured lap band based on what number lap they are currently on. The colour of lap band you’re required to grab will be displayed on a sign. i.e. “First lap = Red”.

When you pass the finish line for the final time, you will need to have the required number of lap bands on to run down the finish chute.

38 39 PRESENTATIONS

AWARDS There will be no awards presentation this year, however all awards will be available for collection at the Event Information Centre on Saturday 27 & Sunday 28 March. Award winners will be notified via text message, and also keep an eye out on the event app and social media pages for announcement of award winners. Awards include: • Age Group - each age group will be awarded 1st - 3rd place trophies. • TriClub Podium Awards (across IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3)

40 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP QUALIFICATION (ROLL DOWN)

Qualifying Slots: 2021 IRONMAN 70.3 New male and female categories Zealand will have 50 slots, plus an additional 25 Women for Tri Age Group qualifying slots • After the Race: for the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship, • Before Roll Down: in St George, Utah, USA held on 17 – 18 If there are no finishers in an Age September 2021. Group that had one or more starters, then the Initially Allocated Slot for that Roll Down for 2021 IRONMAN 70.3 World Age Group is re-allocated, within the Championship will be managed electronically. same gender, to the Age Group with During Athlete Check-In you will be asked to the highest ratio of starters to slots ‘opt in’ and confirm you intend to accept a slot • During Roll Down: should you qualify for the IRONMAN 70.3 If any slot allocated to an Age Group World Championship. If you are successful in is unclaimed (after Roll Down for that obtaining a Qualification slot, we will be in Age Group is completed), then that contact 24hrs after the race to advise. You unclaimed slot is re-allocated, within have 48hrs to complete your registration and the same gender, to the Age Group pay the registration fee. If you do not complete with the highest ratio of starters to the registration within 48hrs, the slot will roll slots down. Other Information You cannot change your mind after Athlete Check-In, therefore if you are unsure, its better Only Age Group Athletes are eligible to receive to ‘opt in’. Age Group World Championship Qualifying Slots. Athletes holding current Professional or How does the Age Group Slot Allocation Elite status with any ITU Member National Work? Triathlon Governing Body, WTC’s Pro First, a quick note to clarify what we mean Membership program or having raced as an below by an “Age Group.” An Age Group is a elite athlete in any international events during particular age group within a particular gender. the calendar year, are not eligible for Age For example, “Male 25-29” is one Age Group, Group Slots. Athletes may not at the time of and “Female 25-29” is a different Age Group. the event, nor at the time of the World Championship event have they qualified for, The Allocation Process: hold Professional or Elite status. • Before Race Day: Any change in an athlete’s status prior to any • Each Age Group with registered event participation or a qualified World athletes is tentatively allocated one Championship event must be disclosed to slot (each, an “Initially Allocated Slot”) WTC immediately. Failure of the athlete to • All other slots available for the race make such disclosure will be cause for (the “Proportionally Allocated Slots”) disqualification from such event and may result are not allocated until race day in sanction from WTC Events. • On Race Day: • If there are no starters in an Age Group, then that Age Group’s Initially Allocated Slot is removed and pooled with the Proportionally Allocated Slot • The proportionally allocated slots are then allocated among all Age Groups (i.e., those having at least one starter) proportionally based on the number of starters in each Age Group. This allocation is done across both the

41 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

OFFICIAL EVENT APP IRONMAN LIVE

The IRONMAN Oceania app has everything you An IRONMAN Live camera will be streaming at need to know as an athlete or a spectator. the finish line, from the first finisher to the last. You can tune in via the IRONMAN Oceania mobile app Available for both iPhone and android, the app or through the IRONMAN web site includes live athlete tracking, race leaderboard, www.ironman.com. Click the 'LIVE' tab on the race results, course maps and Event Schedule. top-right. If you need assistance whilst you are at the venue, please visit Event Information. • Update it to get the latest race info. • Follow the live blog for Pro athlete coverage. • Track the athletes live throughout the course, GET SOCIAL including their time splits. • Live leaderboard to keep you up front with www.facebook.com/ironmannewzealand who’s in the lead. And you can filter by age group. www.instagram.com/ironmannz • It’s super easy to find and create your own list the of your fav athletes to follow. • You can receive notifications when the #IMNZ #ANYTHINGISPOSSIBLE athletes you're following cross key race points. ______• Check out the final results post-race. • Watch live video coverage throughout the day. If you have any further questions, please contact • Always know where you are and want to be us at [email protected] or via +64 9601 with interactive maps. 9590. • Event info and clear schedules ensure you Our team is here to support you along your know what’s going on, where and when. IRONMAN journey and we look forward to seeing Get all the race info and updates in your pocket. you at the finish line! Download the IRONMAN Oceania App now!

42 43 EVENT PARTNERS