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2017 Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon Athlete Guild

Table of Contents

Welcome Letter from Race Organizers

Schedule of Events

General Race Information

Athlete Responsibilities

Pre-Race Events

Race Day Information

Driving Directions

Swim Waves

Swim Course Description & Rules

Bike Course Description & Rules

Run Course Description & Rules

Duathlon Course Description & Rules

Open Division Information

USA Triathlon Rules

Medical Coverage & Insurance

Personal Safety

Post-Race Information

Awards

Volunteers

Sponsors & Partners

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Welcome to the 2017 Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon!

Dear Athletes,

We’re thrilled to welcome you to the 2017 Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon, one of the

most popular women-only triathlons in the country, now in its 12th year.

This year, Corrigan Sports Enterprises (CSE), has assumed production on this famed

race. In partnership with the Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults, we could not be

more thrilled to carry the torch for this fantastic event in our community.

Our team has worked diligently over the last year to make sure the great reputation for

the Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon is upheld and the race experience you have come to

know is not hindered, only enhanced.

We take great pride in the event we operate and this is no exception. It is an honor to

bring this event to you, the athlete, in our own community of Howard County. It is

extra special that we can share funds from this event to UCF to help fulfill their mission.

As a 501c3 nonprofit, the Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults strives to see that all

young adults and their families impacted by cancer have a voice and the resources

necessary to thrive.

We wish you a fun and successful race and thank you for choosing to participate in

our race and support the UCF mission. We hope the day leaves you feeling inspired

by the determination and perseverance of those we serve each day.

Thank you,

The Corrigan Sports Team

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Schedule of Events

All times are subject to change based on unforeseen circumstances. Please check

www.trimaryland.com and the Iron Girl Columbia Facebook page regularly for

updates.

Saturday, August 19, 2017

TIME EVENT LOCATION

10AM – 6PM

Athlete Check-In, Packet Pickup and the Nava

Health & Vitality Expo Nava Health Center Columbia

8880 McGaw Rd

Columbia, MD 21045

11AM – 7PM

Mandatory Pre-Event Bike Racking

Optional Bike and Helmet Inspections Centennial Park, Ellicott City

Transition Area

4:30PM – 7PM

Iron Prayer and Pasta Dinner

Pasta Dinner for athletes and their families

5:15p – Course Briefing by Race Director

5:45 – Speaker Corrine Baronner

6:15p – Q&A with seasoned triathletes

*FREE event, but athletes must RSVP online*

link to RSVP can be found on p. 10 and on the

Iron Girl website

Columbia Presbyterian Church

10001 Maryland 108

Columbia, MD 21044

Sunday, August 20, 2017

TIME EVENT LOCATION

4:45AM Park gates and transition area opens Centennial Park

5AM – 6:30AM Body Marking and Gear Setup Transition Area, Centennial Park

6:30AM – 6:40AM Athletes Assemble at Swim Start* Swim Start- Boat Ramp

6:30AM – 11:30AM Park Entrance Closed to Traffic Centennial Park

6:45AM Transition CLOSED – Except Relay Transition Area, Centennial Park

6:55AM National Anthem Centennial Park

7:00AM Race Start Swim Start- Boat Ramp

10:00AM Awards Presentation Celebration Village

*Swim waves listed on page 18

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General Race Information

Venue: Centennial Park, 10000 Clarksville Pike (Rt. 108), Ellicott City, MD 21043

Packet Pick-up: Nava Health Center, 8880 McGaw Rd, Columbia, MD 21045

Sanctioning: USAT Sanctioned race

Water Temperature: Typical ranges – 76 to 81 degrees Fahrenheit – This is typically

a wetsuit ILLEGAL swim

Air Temperature: Typical averages – 84 to 92 degrees Fahrenheit

Time Trial Start Format: Athletes will enter the water by age in a time trial

format (2 swimmers at a time, every 5-10 seconds).

Wetsuits: We do NOT anticipate this race to be wetsuit legal. Wetsuit usage is

allowed and encouraged for amateurs where the water temperature is equal to or

below 78 °F. For a complete list of USAT Rules and approved wetsuits please go to

http:// www.usatriathlon.org/about- multisport/rulebook.aspx

Timing:

Athletes will receive a loaned timing chip at Packet Pickup. Timing chip is to be

worn on the ankle at all times during the race. If the timing chip is lost during the

race, report to the INFO tent immediately for a replacement.

Timing chips will be removed by volunteers at the finish line. Athletes who DNF (do

not finish) must return timing chips to the timing tent at the finish line Failure to

return timing chips will result in a $75 charge to the assigned athlete.

Links to the official timing results will be posted on the Columbia Triathlon website

(www.trimaryland.com) as well as Mettle Timing’s website

(www.mettleevents.com).

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Runner Tracking

This year, friends and family will be able to track triathletes out on the course. This

is a FREE service, courtesy of Corrigan Sports Enterprises & Mettle Timing.

Use this helpful information to track your favorite athletes. The message will

provide the athlete’s time, pace and expected finish time.

You will be able to receive tracking messages on your mobile phone via text

messaging, or have posts placed on your Facebook or Twitter accounts.

Alerts are triggered when each athlete’s individual timing chip crosses a timing mat

that is part of the runner tracking system.

Sign up available here:

https://register.chronotrack.com/event/tracking/eventID/31976

Photography:

Sign up to get your Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon photos for FREE!

That’s right, this year everyone will get access to Free Race Photos! Participants will

have the ability to share all their race photos on Facebook and/or download them at no

charge after the race. You can also purchase high resolution unbranded individual

prints, race album packages or race branded products. Hi-res photos will be available by

August 27.

We encourage you to opt in early (beginning August 15) and have your Free Race

Photos post directly to your Facebook account once they go live after the race.

Beginning August 15, you will be able to sign up to take advantage of this great

opportunity to share your race experience with your friends and family. Those who opt

in to post to Facebook will be entered into drawing to win one of 10 free entries into

the 2018 Columbia Women’s Triathlon.

Be sure to stop by the finisher’s photo station just after you cross the finish line to

capture the moment!

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Inclement Weather & Disaster Policy:

There is NO rain date. We go rain or shine. In the case of inclement weather,

management reserves the right to alter/modify the race/race course to address safety

concerns. In the case of a Natural Disaster/Local Incident/Terrorist Act, there will be

No Refunds of race entry fees. Each athlete must accept any such risk of their entry

fee. Monies for charitable organizations we support have already been pledged, and

monies collected are used to develop and produce the event, including all race

supplies, staffing, and administration. We pledge to make every effort to produce a

fair, safe and exciting event. Any decision made to go forth with the race is based on

the overall event/race course safety, and is made in concert with local risk

management, police, fire & rescue, and medical personnel.

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Pre-Race Athlete Responsibilities

Athlete Check-In & Packet Pickup

Athlete check-in and packet pickup will take place on Saturday, August 19, 2017

from 10:00 am – 6:00pm at Nava Health Center located at 8880 McGaw Rd,

Columbia, MD 21045

Please note there is NO RACE DAY CHECK-IN/PACKET PICKUP. All

registered entrants, including all relay team members, MUST attend packet

pickup on Saturday in person. Per USAT rules, each participant MUST pick up

her own packet. If you do not check in during the designated check-in times

in person, you will not be able to participate in the event. All participants,

including youth (17 and under), must bring the following to packet pickup:

1. A photo ID 2. Your e-Registration card that contains your bib number. (Will be sent

out race week) 3. USAT membership card to show proof of annual membership unless you

purchased one-day USAT event insurance at the time you registered for the event.

Note if not already purchased, USAT one-day event insurance is available for

purchase at packet pickup for $15 (Adult). Annual memberships are available

for only $10 per year (Youth) or $50 per year (Adult).

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Special Notice Regarding USAT membership cards for check-in:

Athletes MUST bring proof of annual USAT membership or purchase one-day

USAT event insurance. If you purchased 1-day membership during online

registration, your confirmation email will be your receipt. Failure to do so will

disallow participation in the race.

Athletes may have purchased one-day event insurance at the time of

registration. Staff will have a list of those one-day USAT participants at check- in.

Athletes who forget their USAT membership card will have the following options:

Go to your home or hotel and retrieve your card.

1. Print a temporary membership card from the USAT membership dashboard, www.usatriathlon.org

2. Show a current membership card on a smart phone or mobile device 3. Purchase a one-day event insurance at check-in 4. Use the new USAT Membership Card App to pull up a copy of your card!

Athlete Wristband

A unique wristband will be affixed at check-in which must remain on until you

have removed your bike from transition after the race. This band will identify

you as an official participant, and allows you access to the transition area. You

will not be allowed to remove your belonging from transition without this

band in place.

This wristband will be given to you at the USAT table at bib pickup (STEP 1).

You will not be able to claim your race number (STEP 2) without this wristband.

Also, please note that no athlete will be allowed to remove their bike from

transition until the last bike returns from the course. This is estimated to be

around 11:00am.

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Pre-Race Events

Nava Health & Vitality Expo

When: Saturday, August 19, 2017 10:00am – 6:00pm

Where: Nava Health Center, 8880 McGaw Rd, Columbia, MD 21045

ALL ATHLETES MUST PICK UP THEIR OWN PACKET AT THE

EXPO!

Iron Prayer and Pasta Dinner

FREE EVENT, RSVP REQUIRED

When: Saturday, August 19, 2017

Where: Columbia Presbyterian Church

1001 Maryland 108, Columbia, MD 21044

Schedule of Events:

4:30p – Doors Open and food is available

5:00p – Introduction and Blessing

5:15p – Race Briefing and Pre-Race Course Talk with Race Director

5:45p – FCA Endurance Speaker: Corrine Baronner

6:15p – Q&A with Iron Girl Athletes

7:00p – Closing Prayer

RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/iron-prayer-and-pasta-dinner-for-

columbia-iron-girl-tickets-36366465076

*link also found on Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon website

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Mandatory Pre-Race Bike Racking & Transition Area

Protocol

When: Saturday, August 19, 2017 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Where: Centennial Park Transition Area

On Saturday, after picking up your packet, proceed to Centennial Park

transition area to rack your bike.

Please note: you MUST rack your bike on Saturday, ONLY during the

designated time. To enter the transition area, athletes must wear the

unique security wristband received at packet pickup. The transition area is

restricted to ATHLETES ONLY. Any accompanying friend, spouse, parent

or child WILL NOT BE ALLOWED into the transition area at any time.

Please make appropriate arrangements to have children supervised while

racking your bike. Once racked, your bike cannot be removed. Full

security will be provided overnight. There are no exceptions to this policy.

How to Properly Rack Your Bike

A new benefit to the race this year is the addition on T-BLOCKS transition

racks. T-BLOCKS provides an easier racking solution to racers.

Find the rack number to match your bib number. Place personal items on the

ground next to the rear wheel and rack your bike by sliding the rear wheel

into the T-BLOCKS base. These racks are adjustable to fit your wheel size.

IF you need assistance racking your bike, please see a volunteer in the

transition area.

There are NO balloons, inflatables or personal markers permitted. Please

remember your number and rack location and refer to the numbers posted on

the end of each rack.

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CSE values green, environmentally friendly initiatives, and Centennial Park

is a “leave no trace” park. If you want to protect your bike seat from

moisture overnight, consider using an old swim cap to cover the seat. The

use of plastic bags to cover bikes WILL NOT be allowed. If you choose to

place a plastic bag on your bike, staff will remove it. Bags inevitably litter

the area as they are easily blown by the wind and scattered during the

race. Likewise, balloons will not be permitted in the transition area. Our

goal is to leave the natural environment beautiful for all to enjoy.

Please note that per USAT rules, all equipment must be placed in the

properly designated and individually assigned bike corral. The wheel of the

bicycle must be down on the side of the assigned space. All participants

must return their bicycles to an upright position in their designated bicycle

corral. No person shall interfere with another participant’s equipment or

impede the progress of another participant. All handle bar ends must be

solidly plugged. No participant shall bring ANY glass containers into the

transition area. All personal trash is to be removed and disposed of by each

athlete. Please do not litter.

Bike and helmet inspection is not mandatory, but we strongly recommend

that, prior to the race, you have your bike tuned up and verify that all race

safety guidelines are met. 90+ Cycling will be onsite Saturday during bike

racking and on Sunday morning before the race begins to assist with any

last minute adjustments.

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Race Day Information

Getting to Centennial Park

Parking in Centennial Park is limited. Plan to arrive EARLY as there WILL BE

early morning traffic delays, and there is limited parking. The Centennial

Park entrance on MD Rt. 108 will close at 6:30 a.m.

Race Morning Instructions

The gate to Centennial Park will open at 4:45 a.m. You must be wearing the

unique athlete wristband to enter transition. Please be sure to bring along

items received at packet pickup including your timing chip and strap, your

swim cap, your race numbers (bike, helmet and bib), as well as your bike

helmet and other personal gear.

You must wear your bib number and your timing chip at all times while racing. Fasten the timing chip to either ankle. It will be removed by a volunteer at the finish line. Athletes who fail to return their loaned timing chip will be charged $75.00. If you lose your chip during the event, please see an event staff member or stop by the Information tent located in the Village area.

Body marking will take place in the transition area from 5:00 a.m. – 6:30 a.m.

It is the athlete’s responsibility to ensure that volunteers mark the athlete’s

age as of December 31, 2017, which corresponds to the age division in

which the athlete will compete. Please do not apply sunscreen, oil, Vaseline

or lotion until after you have been body marked.

Athletes are to proceed to the swim start between 6:25 a.m. and 6:40 a.m. All

athletes, except relay team members who will bike or run, MUST be out of the

transition area by 6:45 a.m.

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Bicycle & Gear Retrieval

The transition area will close after the race at 1:00 p.m. All bikes and gear

must be removed by 1:00 p.m. Please remember that, for security, only those

with athlete wristbands will be allowed into transition to retrieve their

belongings.

Please have your bib number with you to facilitate speedy removal of your

bike and gear.

Aid Stations

The run leg will feature 3 Aid Stations offering water and Gatorade and

will be offered at all run aid stations. PLEASE discard all empty water

bottles and sports nutrition wrappers in the immediate vicinity of these

aid stations. There is a penalty for littering the course which will be

strictly enforced.

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Directions

Directions to Event Venue & Packet Pick-Up Location

Race Venue: Centennial Park

10000 Clarksville Pike (MD Route 108), Ellicott City, MD 21042

From Baltimore

Take 95-S towards Washington DC. Take exit 43B to merge onto MD-100 W toward Ellicott City. Use the left lane to merge onto US-29 S toward Washington. Take exit 21B to merge onto MD-108 W/Clarksville Pike toward Clarksville. Merge onto MD-108 W/Clarksville Pike.

From Washington, D.C.

Take US-29 N/Columbia Pike to MD-108 W/Old Annapolis Rd in Ellicott City. Take exit 21B from US-29 N/Columbia Pike. Merge onto MD-108 W/Old Annapolis Rd.

From Annapolis

Take MD-100 W to MD-108 W/Clarksville Pike in Ellicott City. Take exit 21B from US-29 S. Merge onto MD-108 W/Old Annapolis Rd.

From North

Take I-83 S. Use the right 2 lanes to take the I-695 W/I-83 W exit toward Baltimore. Take I-695 W to MD-108 W/Clarksville Pike in Ellicott City. Take exit 21B from US-29 S. Merge onto MD-108 W/Old Annapolis Rd.

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Packet Pick-up: Nava Health Center

8880 McGaw Rd, Columbia, MD 21045

From Baltimore

Take 95-S towards Washington DC. Take exit 41A-B for MD-175E/MD-175W

towards Jessup/Columbia. Keep right at the fork to continue on exit 41B. Follow

signs for MD-175W to Columbia. Take the Snowden River Pkwy exit, use the left

two lanes to turn onto Snowden River Pkwy. Turn right on McGaw Rd. Nava will

be on the right.

From Washington, D.C.

Follow I-495 E and I-95 N to MD-175 W in 6, Savage. Take exit 41A-41B from I-

95 N. Merge onto MD-175 W. Take the Snowden River Parkway exit. Use the left

2 lanes to turn left onto Snowden River Pkwy. Turn right onto McGaw Rd. Nava

will be on the right.

From Annapolis

Take I-97 N and MD-32 W to US-1 N in 6, Savage. Take exit 12B from MD-32 W.

Take Guilford Rd and Oakland Mills Rd to McGaw Rd in Columbia. Turn right onto

McGaw Rd. Nava will be on the left.

From North

Take I-83 S. Use the right 2 lanes to take the I-695 W/I-83 W exit toward

Baltimore. Take I-695 W to MD-175 E/Rouse Pkwy in Columbia. Take exit 20A

from US-29 S. Continue onto MD-175 E/Rouse Pkwy. Turn right onto Dobbin Rd.

Turn left onto McGaw Rd. Nava will be on the left.

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Parking

There will be limited parking at Centennial Park in the immediate grass

area adjacent to MD Rt.108 across from the Transition Area. If you drive

please plan to arrive early on Sunday morning to find parking. If

someone will be driving you to the venue, they MAY NOT stop in the

driving lane to drop you off.

Howard County Police Explorers will be on-site to assist with directing

parking.

There is an overflow lot available which can be accessed via the North

Entrance. Tall light towers mark this lot. Once parked, take the 10 minute walk

along the running path beside the lake to the transition area.

Please do not park in driveways, on private property or in church parking

lots adjacent to the park.

The park will reopen to vehicular traffic at 11:30 a.m., so if you park within

the park, you may not leave until 11:30 a.m. Centennial Park closes at dusk.

You MAY NOT park overnight on Saturday in Centennial Park.

Please Arrive Early

The Centennial Park entrance on MD Rt. 108 will close to vehicles at 6:30

a.m. Please plan on early morning traffic delays, and prepare to arrive

earlier than you may have initially planned. There are hundreds of athletes

and their fans attending this event.

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2017 Columbia Triathlon Swim Waves

Category Wave Start Time Swim Cap Color

OPEN 7:00:00 AM Red

ASA 7:02:00 AM White

15-19

(and U15) 7:04:00 AM Orange

20-24 7:06:00 AM Powder Blue

25-29 7:08:00 AM Pastel Pink

30-34 7:12:00 AM Kelly Green

35-39 7:16:00 AM Neon Yellow

70+ 7:24:00 AM Violet

65-69 7:25:00 AM Blue

60-64 7:26:00 AM Neon Orange

Relay 7:28:00 AM Neon Green

55-59 7:32:00 AM Hot Pink

50-54 7:35:00 AM Yellow

Athena 7:41:00 AM Orange

45-49 7:43:00 AM Violet

40-44 7:49:00 AM Blue

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Time Trial Swim Start Directions

1. Volunteers assist participants into their correct wave start order by colored

swim caps in the order listed above.

2. Participants will weave their way through the corrals toward the start line.

3. Event staff will be in the corrals to facilitate pairing 2 people up within each

wave.

4. Two participants will be staged every 5 seconds on the water’s edge behind

the timing mat and told by the event staff when to cross the mat, and enter the

water, and start the race.

Swim Course Description & Rules

Course Description: The swim course is .62 miles (1000 meters) starting at the boat ramp at Centennial Park and marked by buoys in Centennial Lake which is fed by fresh water. Turns are marked by orange tetrahedron buoys. Average water temperatures in late August ranges from 76 to 81 degrees Fahrenheit. Please prepare for a non-wetsuit race.

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Swim Course Rules

The swim cutoff time is 60 minutes after the start of the last swim wave.

All USAT Rules are in effect including Article IV, pertaining to Swim Conduct

and Wetsuits. Please consult the USA Triathlon website

(www.usatriathlon.org) for a complete listing of all USAT Rules and a list of

USAT approved skinsuits and speed suits in any temperature.

o Athletes must wear swim cap provided to participants at packet pickup.

o Athletes may not use any artificial propulsion device of

any kind including fins, gloves, buoys or paddles. Use will

result in disqualification.

o Swim goggles and face masks may be worn.

o A participant may stand on the bottom or rest by holding an

inanimate object such as a buoy, boat, rope or floating object.

Excluding the bottom, a participant shall not use any inanimate

object to gain forward progress.

Regarding Wetsuits:

We do NOT anticipate the Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon to be a wetsuit legal

race. Wetsuits will be legal if the water temperature is 78 degrees Fahrenheit

or below. If the water temperature is above 78 degrees Fahrenheit wetsuit

will not be permitted.

Water temperature readings will be announced on race day morning in the

transition area and also at packet pickup on Saturday.

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Bike Course Description & Rules

Course Description:

The bike course is a scenic 16 mile loop ride through Howard County. Athletes will pass through farmlands and rolling hills before returning back to Centennial Park to transition to the run. There is no public urination permitted. Please familiarize yourself with the route shown below, as it is the athlete’s ultimate responsibility to know the course.

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Bike Course Rules

Based upon permits issued for roads on the course, and safety concerns, all

cyclists MUST have reached the return leg of Route 108 by 11:00 a.m. The

remainder of the bike course will close at that time, and all cyclists, except

those on the return leg of Rt. 108, will be removed from the course.

Please note that the bike course is open to traffic during the course of the

race. All competitors are required to follow the prescribed course and to stay

within all coned lanes. Cutting the course is an obvious violation and going

outside the course is a safety issue. Cyclists shall not cross a solid yellow center

line for ANY reason. Cyclists must obey all applicable traffic laws at all times.

USAT rules are in effect including Article V- Cycling Conduct.

1. Athletes must remember to wear a bike helmet number on the front of their

helmet.

2. Athletes must have a number fixed to their bike fame and visible from the

left side.

3. Only helmets approved by the US Consumer Product Safety Commission

(CPSC) may be used, and helmets must be worn at all times while on your bike

before, during and after the event. Violation will result in disqualification.

4. Chin straps must be buckled at all times when on your bike. DO NOT

unbuckle your chin strap unless you are off your bicycle. Violation while on the

course will result in disqualification.

5. DO NOT LITTER! Any item that needs to be discarded, including but not

limited to water bottles, gel wrappers, energy supplement wrappers, bike

parts or clothing, may ONLY be discarded at aid stations.

6. Please do not have your cell phones out or mounted to your bike.

This will be a penalty enforced by the USAT referees.

Please remember that local community members use the bike course roads.

You are an ambassador for the sport and the event. While on the course,

please be courteous to local residents.

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Run Course Description & Rules

Course Description:

The run course is a 3.5 mile loop around paved trails through Centennial Park. The run course will be marked with colored tape on the pavement and directional arrows at other points. The course is marked on race day with signage, but is not marked beforehand. Please familiarize yourself with the course as it is ultimately the athlete’s responsibility to know all courses.

The water stops are located at Run Out (Start), Mile 1.5, and 2.5

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Run Course Rules:

USAT Rules are in effect including Article VI- Running Conduct.

1. Runners will not be allowed to begin the run leg after 11:30 a.m.

2. All athletes are required to wear race numbers at all times during the run. Numbers must face the front and be clearly visible at all times. Numbers may not be cut or folded or altered in any way. DO NOT transfer your number to any other athlete or take a number from an athlete that is not competing.

3. Headphones, headsets, iPods, mp3 players or personal audio devices,

etc. are not to be carried or worn at any time during the race.

4. The responsibility of knowing and following the prescribed course rests

with each participant.

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Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon Open Division

Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon Open Division

The division of the Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon currently named “Open

Division” is meant solely for those amateur triathletes who want to race

against the whole field and not in their respective Age Group.

We review all entrants to this race division and will remove those who we feel

may not belong there. If you wish to race in the Open Division, we may ask you

to provide prior race results to document your claim of “Elite” status.

For the Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon, we require that you be able to

achieve the following finish time in order to race in the Open Division:

Women: 1:15 (one hour 15 minutes) or less.

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USAT Rules

Athlete’s Responsibility

It is each athlete’s responsibility to know, understand, and abide by all rules

and regulations pertaining to this event. This is a USAT sanctioned event.

Please visit http://www.usatriathlon.org/about-multisport/rulebook.aspx for a

complete set of competitive rules.

Below is a list of the USATʼs Most Commonly Violated Rules and Penalties:

1. Helmets: Only helmets approved by the US Consumer Product Safety

Commission (CPSC) may be used in USAT sanctioned events. Helmets must be worn at all times while on your bike. This means before, during, and after the event.

Penalty: Disqualification

2. ChinStraps: Chin straps must be buckled at all times when on a bicycle.

DO NOT unbuckle your chin strap unless you are off your bicycle. Penalty: Disqualification on the course; Variable time penalty in transition area only.

3. Outside Assistance: No assistance other than that offered by race and medical officials may be used. Triathlons and duathlons are individual tests of fitness. Penalty: Variable time penalty

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4. Transition Area: All equipment must be placed in the properly designated and individually assigned bike corral. The wheel of the bicycle must be down on the side of the assigned space. All participants must return their bicycles to an upright position in their designated bicycle corral. No person shall interfere with another participant’s equipment or impede the progress of another participant. All bar ends must be solidly plugged. No participant shall bring ANY glass containers into the transition area.

Penalty: Variable time penalty

5. Drafting: Drafting--keep at least three bike lengths of clear space between you and the cyclist in front. If you move into the zone, you must pass within 15 seconds. Position--keep to the right hand side of the lane of travel unless

passing.

Blocking--riding on the left side of the lane without passing anyone

and interfering with other cyclists attempting to pass.

Overtaken--once passed, you must immediately exit the draft zone

from the rear, before attempting to pass again.

Penalty: Variable time penalty

6. Course: All competitors are required to follow the prescribed course and

to stay within all coned lanes. Cutting the course is an obvious violation

and going outside the course is a safety issue. Cyclists shall not cross a

solid yellow center line for ANY reason. Cyclists must obey all applicable

traffic laws at all times.

Penalty: Referee's discretion

7. Unsportsmanlike-Like Conduct: Foul, harsh, argumentative or abusive

language or other unsportsmanlike conduct directed at race officials, USA Triathlon officials, volunteers, spectators or fellow athletes is forbidden.

Penalty: Disqualification

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8. Headphones: Headphones, headsets, Walkman’s, iPods, mp3 players, or personal audio devices, etc. are not to be carried or worn at any time during the race.

Penalty: Variable time penalty

9. Race Numbers: All athletes are required to wear race numbers at all times

during the run. Numbers must face the front and be clearly visible at all times. Numbers may not be cut or folded or altered in any way. DO NOT transfer your number to any other athlete or take a number from an athlete that is not competing.

Penalty: Variable time penalty for missing or altered number,

Disqualification and one year suspension from membership in USAT for

transferring a number without race director permission.

10. Wetsuits: Each age group participant shall be permitted to wear a

wetsuit without penalty in any event sanctioned by USA Triathlon up to

and including a water temperature of 78 degrees Fahrenheit. When the

water temperature is greater than 78 wetsuits are not permitted.

11. Abandonment: All personal equipment and belongings taken out onto

the course must stay on the athlete the entire time. No garbage, clothing,

etc. shall be thrown on the course.

Penalty: Variable time penalty

Variable Time Penalties

1st Offense - 2:00 minutes - 6:00minutes

2nd Offense - 4:00 minutes - 12:00 minutes

3rd Offense - Disqualification

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Medical Information & Coverage

USAT Athlete Excess Medical Policy

The athlete excess medical coverage protects each participant for the day of

the event at USAT sanctioned races, camps and clinics.

When athletes purchase a USAT annual membership or one day permit, a

portion of those fees cover the cost to provide them with excess medical

insurance. This coverage only extends to their participation in a USA Triathlon

sanctioned event and is only available after the injured party has filed with any

primary insurance policies. A deductible does apply for this excess coverage.

If an athlete is injured while participating in a USA Triathlon sanctioned event

the following steps must be followed:

1. Athletes must file with their primary healthcare provider (i.e. United

Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, traveler’s insurance, etc.).

2. Athlete completes a medical claim form.

For serious incidents or for athletes requesting coverage, either the race

director or USAT can provide them with a medical claim form. The medical

claim form along with all explanation of benefit documents should be sent

directly from the athlete to the insurance company as indicated on the claim

form. Please email sanction@usatriathlon.org for a copy of the form.

Athletes will pay a deductible. All athletes using USA Triathlon insurance will pay

anywhere from $250 (two-hundred and fifty U.S. dollars) to $1,000 (one

thousand U.S. dollars) out of pocket and possibly more for uncovered expenses.

Coverage limitations - Be advised that coverage may not apply to each and

every claim. Additionally, coverage only extends to participants that have

purchased a USA Triathlon annual membership or one-day permit and were

injured through participation in a USA Triathlon sanctioned event. Please

email questions to sanction@usatriathlon.org or call USAT at 719-597-9090.

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Personal Safety

Safety Tips

Please follow the following safety tips to help reduce the odds of illness or

injury.

Please trim your fingernails and toenails prior to the start of the race to avoid

injury to other athletes.

Rinse goggles of any excess defogger solutions to avoid eye irritation.

If you spend the months before an event in a cooler climate than the race

location, consider an acclimation period prior to the race to reduce the chance

of dehydration and electrolyte imbalance.

Do not deviate significantly from your familiar and proven routine for training,

nutrition and equipment prior to the race, and remember to obtain adequate

salt and hydration intake during training as well as during the event itself. We

recommend that you begin hydrating heavily several days prior to and during

the event, and that you drink enough water so that your urine is clear, colorless

and copious by race day.

Please notify staff at check in if there is any change to your medical status or

medications taken from the time when you originally registered for the event.

Always train with at least one other person (especially in open water).

Always wear a brightly colored swim cap while training (especially in open

water). Notify your friends and family of your whereabouts.

When training, please bike and run on the shoulder or in a designated bike

lane, and always ride single file. Obey all traffic laws (stop at stop signs, signal

when turning, etc.).

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Pre-Event Swim Advisement

Centennial Park is unavailable for pre-event swim practice.

While we make reasonable efforts to inspect the swim entry and exit points for

underwater hazards just prior to the swim portion of the race, you will be

swimming in a natural body of water that is subject to hidden hazards including

but not limited to underwater obstructions, indigenous marine life and

underwater plant life. Please note that the swim start ramp does tend to be

slippery due to the growth of algae. Take extra care when entering and exiting

the swim segment.

Post-Race Information

Celebration Village and Post-Race Food

Celebrate your finish at the post-race party and athlete’s food tent from 8:00am - 12:30 p.m. located in the lower parking lot area, near the boat ramp. Food is for athletes only and your wristband will provide you access.

Enjoy healthy and post-race food options from Giant Supermarkets.

Dunkin Donuts will also be onsite sampling and Two Guys and a Grill will

have hot food available for purchase.

Harpoon Brewing will be providing all athletes (Over the age of 21)

complimentary beers after the race! Each athlete will receive 2 free beers

coupons that will be attached to your race bib.

Race Results

Links to the official timing results will be posted on the Iron Girl Columbia

Triathlon (www.trimaryland.com) website as well as Mettle Timing

(www.mettleevents.com).

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Lost and Found

Lost and Found areas will be at the Information Tent near the finish line and at

Transition.

Medical Tent

The medical tent is for athletes only. Overcrowding in the medical tent hinders

medical staff from doing their job. For information on an athlete receiving

medical treatment, please wait outside the tent. The Medical tent will be

located near the swim start and finish line and will be a white tent with a

red “MEDICAL” flag attached to it.

Removal of Gear from Transition

All bikes and gear must be removed from transition by 1:00pm. Only athletes

wearing their race wristbands may remove belongings. Others will not be

allowed to enter. Athletes will be checked upon exiting transition by race

staff to ensure their bib number matches their bike number. Please have

your bib number on your person. You will not be allowed to leave

transition with your bike if you do not have these items.

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Awards

The Awards Ceremony is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. in the lower parking lot

area. Please note that results at the event are not final.

There will be no duplication of awards. Open division athletes are not eligible

for Age Group Award.

Triathlon

Top 3 Overall

Top 3 in each age group

Top Masters Female (40+ years old)

*Winner not eligible for age group award

Top Athena

Top 3 Relay Team’s

Age Groups:

*Age groups are designated per USAT regulations

14 and under, 15-19, 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+ Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon participants in all race categories will receive a

custom finisher’s medal along with a 2017 participant hat. If you qualify for

an award and are unable to attend the awards presentation, you may

either have someone pick it up for you or you can email

customerservice@corrigansports.com to schedule a time to pick up your award at

our office.

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Iron Girl Volunteers

We at Corrigan Sports want to thank you again for signing up to compete in the

Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon! Did you know the Iron Girl could not be possible

without our volunteers? Do you have any friends or family members who are

looking for something to do while you compete – or looking for a prime location to

watch you compete? Consider suggesting a volunteer opportunity!

Most volunteer positions still have plenty of openings, but having your friends and

family help out in transition, at swim exit, or at the finish line is a great location

where they’ll get to see you a few times either throughout the race or have front

row view when you finish!

If you can spare any time on Saturday, we also have many openings during packet

pickup either at packet pickup or in the transition area – you’ll be there anyway,

why not stay and help out for a few hours?!

For shift times and to sign up, visit the Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon site or

webpage below. For more information please reach out to

mary@corrigansports.com.

To sign up: http://corrigansports.racepartner.com/IronGirlVolunteer

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Thank you to our Sponsors and Community Partners!

Event Organizers

Sponsors

Affiliate Triathlon Club

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