2008 RACE RESULTS POSTED HERE

RULES & REGULATIONS

TRIATHLON RACE RULES - CLICK HERE

TRI NORTHWEST RULES APPLY

Note! This event IS NOT sanctioned by USA Triathlon

SWIM

Water temperature expected to be between 62 & 66 degrees
(wetsuits are recommended)

• No fins, paddles, artificial propulsion equipment or flotation devices are allowed.
  
  
• Swim goggles and faceplates may be worn.
  
  
• If you are a slower swimmer, move to the rear and to the outside of the swim group.
  
  
• Take notice where the swim course is directed and landmarks that may assist you during your swim.
  
  
• If you need assistance, move to the inside of the course and raise your hand and call out with a loud voice.
  

BIKE

• Cyclists are personally responsible for the proper working condition of their bike.
  
  
• Normal forms of self-propelled bicycles are acceptable. Recumbent bicycles are not allowed.
  
  
• Aerodynamic handlebars, disc wheels/covers are allowed.
  
  
• Devices designed exclusively to reduce air resistance are prohibited.
  
  
• Mountain bikes are not recommended for this event.
  
  
• ANSI, ASTM or Snell approved helmets are mandatory.
  
  
• Helmets must be securely fastened prior to exiting the transition zone and mounting your bike.
  
  
• No headphones are allowed during the race.
  
  
• No outside assistance may be received to make the actual repairs to your bicycle. You may receive the use of another participants tools or parts but you must make the repairs by yourself.
  
  
• No unofficial support crews or vehicles are allowed on the racecourse.
  
  
• Absolutely NO DRAFTING or BLOCKING of another bike or any other vehicle is allowed. Contestants must ride single file on the outside (far right side) of the road except when passing another rider. Side by side riding is prohibited. Overtaking riders may pass on the inside (on the left) of the road, however you may never cross the centerline while passing or at any other time. Once you have entered another cyclists draft zone (3 bike lengths) you have only 15 seconds to make the pass. If you are unsuccessful you must drop back a minimum of three bike lengths. You may not come into and drop out of another cyclists draft zone on a regular basis. Once you enter the zone you must pass. If you are unable to and you repeat this action you will be penalized for drafting. After a successfull pass, you must move back onto the outside (far right side) of the road. Riders must keep a three bike-length distance between bikes except when passing. An overtaken rider must fall back three bike-lengths before attempting to regain the lead from a front running bike.
  
  
• Cyclists may walk their bikes if necessary.
  
  
• Participants must follow all instructions by the Deschutes County Sheriff, US Forest Service, and course monitors.
  
  
• Crossing the center line of the road, unless otherwise directed, will result in a disqualification.
  
  
• Ride defensively. Be aware of road conditions, vehicular traffic, and other competitors. REMEMBER - the road is NOT closed to vehicle traffic.
  
  
• Always ride to the outside (far right) of the road staying to the right of the fog line.
  
  
• Due to the distance of the bike ride, two pre-mounted water bottles are recommended for sufficient fluid needs (reference Bike Course for information regarding bottle exchanges on the bike course).
  
  
• When exiting, entering and within the transition area, there is no riding of your bicycle. You must be on foot.
  
  
• Anyone spotted discarding garbage on the race course, will be disqualified.
  
  
• Follow all race officials' directions.

RUN

• Competitors may run or walk the run course.
  
  
• No headphones are allowed during the run.
  
  
• Unregistered pace runners are not allowed on the course.
  
  
• Race numbers must be worn and be visible from the front.
  
  
• Aid stations will be located at approximately every mile, and porta potties every other mile on the run course.
  
  
• Please be sportsmanlike to spectators, volunteers, police, etc. Your courtesy reflects on the future of this race.

AWARDS (see details about Prize Money)
Awards will be presented to the top three Overall Males and Females, and the top two Overall Masters Male and Female champions (1st place Overall Male and Female and Masters Male and Female will be removed from the individual age division awards). The top three males and females in each individual age division (including Clydesdale & Athena divisions) will receive awards, along with the top two teams in each team division (men's, women's and mixed).

RACE RESULTS
Timing of the event will be done using the ChampionChip Timing System. Participants must wear a Timing Chip on their ankle in order to receive splits and final results. If you own your own Chip, please provide your Chip number (7 alpha-numeric characters) at the time you register.

Efforts will be made to post unofficial results at the finish line within 15 minutes of each participant finishing the race. All splits will be posted by the end of the awards ceremony. Final results, including individual pictures and stories, will be posted on the RaceCenter NW web site (www.racecenter.com).

AGE DIVISIONS
Individual: 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 & over, Clydesdales (men 198 lbs) & Athena (women 150 lbs) in Open (39 & under) and Masters (40 & over) divisions

Relay Team (Triathlon): combined three ages - 105 & under, 106 & over, in Men's, Women's and Mixed divisions

Relay Team (Duathlon): combined two ages - 70 & under, 71-90 & 90 & over, in Men's, Women's and Mixed divisions

AWARDS FOR TRI NORTHWEST LONG COURSE CHAMPIONSHIP
(Half-Iron Triathlon Only)