Pre-Race Messages and Updates

Short Course Swim	We will be evaluating which course we will use for the short tri swim. We will update this web page when a decision is made.
Race Kit Pickup	Race kit pickup at Gears and Grinds Bike Shop, 42 Queen St , Saturday August 2nd, 2008 , 2:00 to 6:00 pm and at the transition zone race morning, from 6:00 to 7:00 am. There will be a bike check service Saturday at Gears and Grinds, so bring your bike to get a it checked. You will get a sticker for your bike which will allow you to bypass the bike check line into the transition area race morning. Otherwise, you need to queue for bike check race morning, which can be a long delay getting into your transition. Please try to come on Saturday, as the lines are always too long on Sunday morning, and the high numbers of entrants this year will mean you will be rushed to set up your transition.
OAT rules	In past years several athletes were disqualified by OAT officials for certain rule infractions, including: not wearing helmets while riding. These rules apply even before the race starts.. Please familiarize yourself with OAT rules (www.triathlonontario.com). The OAT rules are in effect for the entire day and anywhere near the event site.. In 2006, numerous people were penalized for drafting, even within several hundred meters of the transition zone. Please ensure you follow drafting rules, and ensure you aren't drafting by mistake. Please ensure you comply with all other OAT rules, before, during and after the race. We wish all athletes to have a safe and enjoyable race.
Transition Zone	When you arrive at the transition zone you will be guided through the following steps: If you have not picked up your race kit, do so on Ontario St near the finish line. Line up at the entry to the transition zone to complete bike check. (at corner of Ontario and Brock Streets) If you got your bike checked Saturday, enter the express line into transition. Once inside transition, proceed to your transition spot and rack your bike. Transition spots are individually numbered, with lowest numbers closest to Ontario St. Go towards the swim start, beside the port-a-potties, and get yourself body-marked. Beside body-marking, pick up a timing chip from the Sportstats tent. You are ready to race. Long course starts at 8:00 am near the water. Short Course athletes should be ready near water at 8:30 am. Duathletes should be ready at 8:50 at finish line.
Bike Check	Don't forget, bikes will be checked for safety upon entry into the transition zone. Be sure your bike can pass these checks.
Water Temperature	We will be checking the water temperature on race weekend, and determining, in conjunction with OAT, what the wetsuit policy is. It is very unlikely that we will not allow wetsuits. However, if the water temperature significantly exceeds 23 degrees, it is a possibility.
E-Load	The transition area and run course will have water and E-Load again this year.
OAT Fees	You have pre-paid your OAT fees, so no money is due at race kit pickup. If you are an OAT member, please remember to bring your OAT card with you, or we may have to charge you a one day fee.
Timing	We are using the ChampionChip timing system from Sportstats this year.
Information and Rule Sheet	2007 Athlete Information Sheet (Rules) Also, see the section on Rules at Ontario Association of Triathletes. for complete rules governing Triathlon in Ontario.
Awards	The Short Course and Duathlon awards ceremony starts at 12:30 pm in the park beside transition. The Long Course awards start at 1:30 pm. There will be several prizes given away, including some great New Balance and Runners' Choice gear.