Skylands Triathlon of the North Hunterdon Rotary

How can I use my 2009 discount card?
During Online registration, check the "Discount Card" box and bring the card with you to Packet Pickup, where we will provide your refund.

Is the delicious lunch buffet included?
Yes! All participants and family are welcome to enjoy the great food.
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When does the race start?
See our Schedule page.

Will there be a Comfort Wave?
We are offering a "comfort" swim wave designed for any person who may be somewhat nervous about the swim and would rather start in the last and smaller size wave. The comfort wave is open to any triathlete who wishes to enter it. Comfort wave persons will still be scored, and elible for prizes and awards. If you would like to be placed in this wave, email lin-mark@lin-mark.com and request it for Skylands.

What is the First Timer's Division?
First Time Triathletes can enter this division if they have never competed in ANY triathlon before. Check the "First Timer" box during registration, or email lin-mark@lin-mark.com and request it for Skylands.

Can I wear a wetsuit?
Usually the water temperature is about 70 degrees, which is USAT legal for wetsuits.
Also, see here for a list of USAT approved skinsuits for ANY temperature.

When is the Awards Ceremony?
See our Schedule page.

I will not be able to attend the Awards Ceremony, can you ship my award?
You can either give your bib to a colleague for them to retrieve your Award, or we can ship your Award if you pre-pay shipping. Since we're a charity, we cannot defray the associated costs.

How do I pickup my race materials?
You can either pickup your materials Saturday between noon and 4pm at the Clinton Holiday Inn, or on Sunday between 7-8am at the Race.

How do I pickup my T-Shirt?
We'll provide your size shirt after the race.

Are bare torsos permitted during race?
Men are not required to wear shirts.

I have registered, but don't like the weather on race day. Can I get a refund or defer until next year?
The race is always fun, and everyone wants to have a great race. We're a charity, and organize this race to help our community and those in need. We have already invested substantial amounts of money on the event ahead of time (t-shirts, awards, food for the BBQ, tents, USAT officials, insurance, etc) and cannot offer a refund for money we have already spent on your behalf, and cannot defer your registration until next year.

I have registered, but am unable to participate due to injury or serious illness.
Sorry to hear about the injury, we will all miss you. Please email us and we will be happy to defer your registration to next year.

Do I need to bring my USAT card with me?
Yes!
However, if you forget - there are three options:
1) From your hotel, print out your membership status from the USAT website.
2) While with our Registration official, log in to the USAT website (using your account) on your own PDA/SmartPhone, and show current membership status. We cannot guarantee you will have cell coverage at packet pickup, however.
3) Pay the USAT one-day fee, which can be applied towards future membership from USAT.

What are the most commonly violated rules?
Click here to see the USAT's Most Commonly Violated Rules & Penalties document A great summary article on the rules can be found here.

Are iPods or MP3 players permitted?
No. See the USAT rules referenced above.

Will there be a Bike Support on-site to sell equipment and supplies?
Yes, the folks from Clinton Bicycle Shop will be on-site.

Can we remove our bikes for warmup once I've entered the transition area?
No.
Bike Support will be available within the fenced-in transition area.

What times should I expect?

SWIM FAQs

Do I have to wear a swim cap?
Yes.

May I rest?
Yes, but you may not use anything (except the bottom) to gain forward progress.

May I wear a wet suit?
You may wear a wet suit only if the water is 78 or less. If the water temperature is 78+ through 84, you may wear a wet suit, but you will not be eligible for awards or prizes. No wet suits are allowed in water warmer than 84.

Do I need to be body marked?
Yes, body marking is required.

BIKE

Do I have to wear a helmet?
Absolutely. And it must have a CPSC sticker. Buckle your helmet anytime you are on your bike. You will be disqualified if you are on your bike without your helmet buckled anywhere on the course. If you are in transition, you will be assessed a variable time penalty.

Why do I need bar end plugs?
So you don't give yourself or someone else a nasty biopsy. Not having openings on your bike solidly plugged is a DQ!

Do I need to wear my number?
Your bike number must not be altered and must be visibly displayed on your bike. You only need to wear your number when you are on the run.

How far to the right must I ride?
Stay as far to the right as possible, but generally about the width of a standard bike lane – about a meter. Pass on the left, then return to the right.

Can I pass on the right?
No, pass on the left. If someone is blocking you, ask (loudly!) this person to move to the right, so that you may pass.

What is the draft zone?
The draft zone is a rectangular area 7 meters long and 2 meters wide around each bike and 30 meters behind and 15 meters next to a moving motor vehicle. As a practical guide, keep 3 bike lengths between you and the biker ahead of you. You must complete your pass within 15 seconds, and once you enter the draft zone,you must exit from the front, so be confident of your pass.

If I'm passed, do I have to wait 15 seconds before I can re-pass?
No, but you must drop back completely out of the draft zone. Do not attempt to "catch up" by getting up out of the saddle, and pedaling fast. You will be called for an overtaken penalty.

Can I ride in transition?
If there is a mount/dismount line you must observe it.

Can I drop my water bottle or gel packs anywhere?
No. Toss trash in a receptacle, or in the drop zone within sight of an aid station, or you may be cited for abandoned equipment.

Can I accept help?
Only accept help from race organizers or official volunteers. Accepting it from others is considered unauthorized assistance, and you may be penalized.

Can I put my bike anywhere I want?
No. Rack your bike and put all of your gear in the space race management has designated for you. Rack with your “wheel down” on the side of your assigned space.

What if I go off course?
You must re-enter the course at the same spot you left it.

RUN

May I wear my head set ?
No. Head sets, radios, head phones and personal audio devices are prohibited.

Can someone pace me?
No. Pacing is illegal. You may have someone provide you with split times.

Do I have to wear a number?
Yes, you must wear your number.

May I carry my own water bottle?
Yes, but it must not be a glass container.

For more information and for the complete set of USAT Age Group Rules, please visit:
www.usatriathlon.org, click on Events, then Rules.