FAQ
RACE INFORMATION
REGISTRATION
RULES & REGULATIONS
RACE SERVICES
MISCELLANEOUS
RACE INFORMATION
1.When will the OSIM Singapore International Triathlon 2011 be held?
The Kids, Mini and Sprint Triathlon will be held on Saturday, 30 July 2011, while the Standard Distance (used to call Olympic Distance) Triathlon (Age-Group and Elite) will be held on Sunday, 31 July 2011.
2.Where is the venue for the OSIM Singapore International Triathlon?
The race will be held at the East Coast Park near the East Coast Food Centre and Car Park E2.
3.What are the different competition categories for the OSIM Singapore International Triathlon 2011?
Kids Triathlon (Children aged 7-15 yrs)
Mini Triathlon (Individual / Open / Mixed Relay)
Sprint Triathlon (Junior/ Men/ Women/ Individual / Open & Mixed Relay)
Sprint Triathlon Junior Elite Triathlon (Only invited National Triathletes)
Standard Distance Triathlon (used to call Olympic Distance) Elite Triathlon (Only invited National Triathletes)
Standard Distance Triathlon(used to call Olympic Distance) Age Group Triathlon (Individual / Open & Mixed Relay)
4.How does the relay event work?
Each relay team features 3 participants with each participant completing one Triathlon discipline - Swim, Cycle or Run.
Within each relay category, you can choose to join either the Open Relay (any gender combination) or Mixed Relay (at least 1 member of opposite sex)
5.Where will the race secretariat be located?
Venue: Official Hotel Singapore, (T.B.A)
One week before the race. It will be opened from 10.00am to 7.00pm. Prior to that, the secretariat will be located at the TAS office. (From 10.00am to 12.00pm and 2.00pm to 5.00pm)
6.Where and when will the Triathlon Race Expo be held?
Date: 23 & 24 July 2011
Time: 11.00am to 8.00pm
Venue: Grand Mercure Roxy Singapore, Level 3
(50 East Coast Road, Roxy Square, Singapore 428769 Location Map)
7.Where and when to return the ChampionChip?
The ChampionChip is a loan item from Triathlon Association of Singapore. Participants are to return the Championchip once they cross the finishing line. A 50 dollars penalty will be charged if the Championchip is not returned to us by the 14th of August 2011.
REGISTRATION
1.How can I register for the OSIM Singapore International Triathlon 2011?
All registration can only be done online including payment of race entry fee at www.triathlon.sg
2.Will I receive a full refund on my participation fees if I withdraw from the OSIM Singapore International Triathlon 2011?
NO refunds will be available once the entry has been processed and confirmed.
3.Can I change my race category after I have registered?
Upon receipt of your race confirmation slip, please ensure that you have been entered for the right event/category. Any change in your race event/category will only be accepted within 48 hours upon the above confirmation.
4.Is the relay discipline interchangeable among team members?
No. Relay disciplines are NOT interchangeable among the team members.
5.What is the age limit for competing in the other categories apart from the Kids' Triathlon?
The minimum age requirement for race categories (other than Kids' Category) is 16 years old.
6.I am not able to register for my right age category. Why is that so?
Your age is calculated as on 31 Dec 2011. Therefore, your race category will be brought forward or backward based on the correct calculation.
7.Am I required to attend any briefings before participating in the OSIM Singapore International Triathlon 2011?
No. We will not be conducting any Race Briefings prior to the event unlike previous years where participants had to attend a Race Briefing conducted before the event during the Triathlon Race Expo.
Participants now enjoy the convenience of downloading the E-Briefing notes at www.triathlon.sg to obtain essential race information and guides. It is important that participants download the notes and read the contents carefully so that they know what to expect before, during and after the race. Should you have any queries, please take note of them and check with the technical officers on duty during the Expo.
8.Will the event still carry on in the event of inclement weather?
In the event of inclement weather on the day of race, the Organisers reserve the right to delay the commencement of the race. Should the bad weather persist, the Organisers reserve the right to cancel the race without any refund.
9.How will I know if my registration entry has been accepted?
You will be prompted to print out a Race Confirmation Slip at the end of the transaction. You may logon to www.triathlon.sg to reprint your Race Confirmation Slip with your Race ID or NRIC/Passport No if you do not receive or have misplaced the Slip.
Kindly contact the race organizers if you have registered for the race and have not received any acknowledgement before the closing date.
10.I deleted my Race Confirmation Slip accidentally. How can I get another copy?
Logon to www.triathlon.sg and reprint another Race Confirmation Slip by entering your Race-ID. Alternatively, you can retrieve your Race ID and your Race Confirmation Slip by entering your NRIC/Passport No if you do not know your Race ID.
RULES & REGULATIONS
Yes. The race is run under the rules of the governing body of the International Triathlon Union (ITU) www.triathlon.org
2.If I have protest against another competitor during the race, how do I file for a protest?
A participant who protests against another competitor or notifies of violation by a contestant must do so in writing to the Organisers within 30 minutes of his/her finish time. A deposit of SGD$80.00 must accompany the appropriate protest and will be refunded if the protest is successful.
3.How do I qualify for the Olympic Distance Elite Triathlon Category?
Only invited national representatives will be able to participate in the Elite Triathlon Category.
4.What prizes are available for the OSIM Singapore International Triathlon 2011?
Cash prizes are applicable for the participants taking part in the Elite categories only. Trophies and a variety of prizes will be awarded to winning individuals/teams from each race.
5.What is the maximum duration for the swim for an age group competitor competing in the Olympic Distance Triathlon?
The maximum duration of the 1500m swim for an age group competitor is 50min.
6.Are wet suits allowed for the swim in OSIM Singapore International Triathlon 2011?
No.
7.Is there a bike inspection before the OSIM Singapore International Triathlon 2011?
All participants are encouraged to have their bicycle inspected by professional bicycle shops before their race. It is the participants' responsibility to ensure that their bicycles and bicycle brakes are in good working condition. Please note that only the participants taking part in the Elite categories will have their bicycles inspected prior to the start of the race.
Drafting occurs when an athlete follows closely in the path of another athlete or vehicle on the course, so as to be physically assisted because of the slip steaming effect created by the person or vehicle in front. If you are riding within 4 metres of someone's back wheel or you are riding next to someone, within 2 metres, you are drafting.
9.Is drafting allowed in OSIM Singapore International Triathlon 2011?
No drafting is allowed except for participants racing in the Elite categories. For the other category races, drafting on the cycle leg is against the rules of the sport. Drafting in a non-drafting race is cheating. It provides an unfair advantage to the drafting athlete. It can be compared to taking a short cut, not completing the requisite number of laps, or starting before the start gun fires.
10.Is it compulsory to wear a cycling helmet during the bicycle section of the race?
For your own safety, cycling helmets are compulsory during the cycle leg of the race. The helmet must be securely fastened at all times when the competitor is in possession of the bicycle, i.e., from the time they remove their bicycle from the rack at the start of the cycle, until after they have placed their bicycle on the rack at the finish of the cycle.
11.Can I cycle or run with a bare torso during the race?
No.
12.Is aero-bar allowed in the race?
For Elites Category, the aero bar must not be extended further than the line drawn between the two brake levers. For Age Group Categories, the aero bar can be extended further but it must not be more than 15cm from the front wheel axle.
RACE SERVICES
1.Will medical services be available on site?
Yes. There will be a medical tent situated near the transition area and another mobile medical team located along the race course.
2.What kind of safety measures will be taken to ensure the safety of the children participating in the Kids' Triathlon?
The entire race course will be closed to pedestrians and traffic prior to the commencement of the event. On the swim course, safety boats and canoes will be situated along the way to ensure the safety of all swimmers.
3.How do I contact the Organisers?
You may contact us at
Triathlon Association of Singapore at contact@triathlonsingapore.org
or call +65 6472 0074 (Hotline)
Triathlon Association of Singapore Office
c/o Triathlon Association of Singapore
Delta Swimming Complex, 900 Tiong Bahru Road
Singapore 158790
Tel: (65) 6227 7577
Fax: (65) 6224 7411
Opening Hours: 10am - 12pm, 2pm - 5pm
(Mondays to Fridays)
MISCELLANEOUS
1.How physically fit do I need to be in order to complete the OSIM Singapore International Triathlon 2011?
A general level of fitness is recommended but as long as you can complete the 3 distances separately you should be fine. As a guideline, the maximum swim time for age group participants is 50min.
2.Do I get a chance to have a rest after each discipline?
Triathlon is a race against the clock and is one continuous event from the swim right through to the final run. It is entirely up to you if you decide to have a rest and change in the transition area. However, we will close off the Cycle route before the Elite category race at on Saturday, 10 April 2011 and on Sunday, 11th April 2011 in preparation for the Elite race that will take place after the other races.
3.Where do I put my cycling and running gear?
There is a designated area known as the `Transition Area' where each competitor will have an area to rack one's cycle and other gear such as helmet, cycling shoes, clothing, etc. Upon completing the swim, you will run to this area to collect your bicycle.
4.Are there any drink stations on the course?
Yes, drink stations will be near to the Transition Area and also along the run course. There will be no drink stations on the cycle leg. Therefore, we recommend that you stock up enough water supplies in your water bottles for the cycle leg.
5.What sort of bicycle should I use for the OSIM Singapore International Triathlon 2011?
There are no stringent requirements on the type of bicycle that may be used for the OSIM Singapore International Triathlon 2011 although it is advised that you use a lightweight racing bike for the road course that is being utilized for the event.
6.If I do not have a bicycle, can I rent one for the OSIM Singapore International Triathlon 2011?
Please call Family Corner situated at the E2 Carpark for more information on Bicycle rental on the race day.
Tel: 64433489
Note: Limited bicycles available for rental.
7.Are there any people or groups that I can train with for the OSIM Singapore International Triathlon 2011?
Yes. Triathlon Association of Singapore will provide the event training clinic for all participants. For more details check at www.triathlon.sg.
8.What sort of training routine should I follow in preparation for the OSIM Singapore International Triathlon 2011?
There is no set training routine to follow although it is advised that you begin training at least four months before the event if you are a first-time participant.
Begin your training with one activity at a time and try not to combine the events until you have gained enough confidence to do so. Try not increase your training distances and performance too quickly but gradually increase by up to 10% each time.
You may also refer to the training articles available on the website as a guide.
There is a running track along East Coast Park. For more details, click here.
10.What is the minimum age to take part in the clinics?
The minimum age is 16 on the day of registration.
11.Where can I find my race timing?
The race timing will be posted on the event website after the event. www.triathlon.sg.
