Event Information
Transition Area:
· Participants only in the transition area.
· Bike rack assignments will be made – look for your numbered rack. You may rack anywhere on your rack.
· The transition area will close at 7:15 a.m.
Swim:
· It is up to each participant to be in the pool area at his/ her swim start time. If you miss your start you will be put at the end of the line. NOTE: Participants will start in at least 10 second intervals and will begin one athlete at a time.
·Swimmers will line up based on their projected swim time (if you are unsure please use the information to guide you)
Minimum 100 Yard Swim Time 0:50 or 50 seconds
Maximum 100 Yard Swim Time 4:59 or 599 seconds
Swim Classifications
0:50 - 1:20 : Super Fast (In contention to win the race and you swim competitively)
1:21 - 1:45 : Fast Enough (Still starting in the first 1/3 of the event)
1:46 - 2:10 : Average Swimmer (Swim well enough and don't need to stop at the end of each lane)
2:11 - 2:44 : Novice (Still getting used to swimming in a triathlon)
2:45 - 4:59 : Complete beginner (I want to start at the back)
Bike:
· This is NOT a closed bike course. You need to be aware of cars coming from both directions. There will be plenty of volunteers along the course to ensure your safety. The course will be marked at all intersections and 5 mile markers.
· No drafting!
· Hard shell helmets must be worn and must be fastened before leaving the transition area.
·No blocking! Stay to the right to allow faster cyclists to pass on the left.
·Bike frame numbers that are provided must be attached to your bike and must be clearly visible from both sides.
·Helmet numbers provided must be affixed to the front of your helmet.
· No headphones, earphones or any radio-type devices will be allowed.
· There are volunteers and police officers along the course but it is ultimately your responsibility to know the course.
·You will have to walk/run your bike to the Bike Out sign at the Transition Area entrance before mounting. You will have to dismount at the entrance to the Transition Area upon completing the bike leg.
·Please be aware that rumble strips have been placed on a portion of the bike route along Kennerly Road. These can be hazardous to cyclist.
Bike Course Map -
Distance:
13.65 miles / 21.97 km
Location:
Start: NWYmca
Irmo, SC, US
Attributes:
out & back, mixed flat & hills, roads
The 13.65 mile out and back bike course has some challenging hills and some very nice flats perfect for getting in the aero bars. The course is open to cars but traffic is typical very minimal. You follow Kennerly road for a little more than 6 miles before the turnaround is at Shady Grove Road. The last mile returning to the YMCA is smooth, downhill, and fast
Run:
· You must wear the run number that is provided – ON YOUR FRONT.
· READ THIS WELL: If your run number is not clearly visible on your front when you cross the finish line you will be assessed a 2-minute penalty.
·There will be one aid station on the course between mile one and two. Water will be provided.
·No headphones, earphones or any radio-type devices will be allowed.
Run Course
Leaving the YMCA, you turn right on Kennerly Road and again right on Firetower Road to begin the 5K. Firetower has a steady incline as you begin the second mile but the last mile is all downhill until you return to the YMCA. As you enter the YMCA, you run straight past the transition area and around the back of the YMCA finishing at our Splash Pad. There you will find your friends and family waiting on you while they enjoy food, music, and the cool water of the splash pad. The Splash Pad is something to look forward to after a hot race!
I hereby for myself, my heirs, executors and administrators, waive and release any and all rights and claims for damages I may have against the event, sponsors, coordinating groups and any individuals associated with the event, their representatives and assigns, and will hold them harmless for any and all injuries suffered in connection with this event. I attest that I am physically fit to compete in this event. Further, I hereby grant full permission to any and all of the foregoing to use my likeness in all media including photographs, pictures, recordings or any other record of this event for any legitimate purpose. Race management reserves the right to postpone or cancel the event due to events out of management's control such as weather, natural disasters or other emergencies. No refunds will be issued under these circumstances. Management may also alter the course and distances for the safety of the athletes. I understand that the entry fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.
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