Race Information

400 Metre Pool Swim : 12 Mile Bike : 3 Mile Run

Sunday 15^th June 2003, Individual & Team Triathlon

Medan Vale Leisure Centre, Church Warsop, Mansfield.

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Welcome to the 2nd Mansfield Short Course Triathlon in the 21^st Century. There are a number of changes from last year�s event, these changes are only in place to help cope with the additional 100 competitors that we will have racing. The only major change that will affect everyone is that the main car park has changed. This will now be on the �Carrs�, which is just off the A60. We are lucky enough again to have some of the roads closed on the course, which we hope help makes a safer & more enjoyable event. We hope that everyone has an enjoyable and safe day.

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Directions to Medan Vale Leisure Centre, Warsop, Mansfield.

Warsop is approximately 15 miles north of Nottingham city centre, and 3 miles north of Mansfield town centre. It is best to use the A60 when approaching Warsop. Travelling from the south, after you have passed the signs for the Town Centre take the next right into �Hetts Lane�. Then turn first left into �Burns Lane� where you will find Medan Vale Leisure Centre on the left. Approaching from the north, at the bottom of Cuckney Hill (1 mile downhill) you will pass the back of Medan Vale Leisure Centre on your left. After this �Hetts Lane� will be the first left. Then follow the details as above.

Road Closures

As mentioned before, we are lucky enough to have some roads closed for the benefit of the event. �Burns Lane� will be closed from 8am until 2pm. �Burns Lane� is the road that Medan Vale Leisure Centre is situated on, but competitors will be allowed to use �Burns Lane� to access to the car park only.

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Car Parking

Please follow the signs for Parking as you approach along the A60. We will be using different car parks for the race this year. It will be important to remember that cars parked at the Leisure Centre on Burns Lane may have difficulty leaving after the event as the road will be closed until 1pm. Car Park 1 will be the �Carrs� on Church Road (A60) and Car Park 2 will be at the Medan Vale Leisure Centre. Car Park 1 is approximately 800 metres from the Leisure Centre, so please allow 5 minutes to walk. Please follow the instructions of the Army Cadets to help you park.� Please see the attached map.

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Race Registration 7.00am � 9.30am

Race registration will take place in the Multi Purpose Room. To find registration please follow the signs from the Main Reception .All competitors will need to register on the morning of the race. Please register approx. 1 hour before your start, but no later than 9.30am. Before entering the Race Registration room, ensure you know your competitor number. At Registration, firstly please go to the BTA Check Desk, to either show your Race Licence or collect your Day Licence if you have pre-paid for your Day Licence. If you do not have a Race Licence and have not pre-paid then you will be required to pay �3 for your Day Licence. If you refuse to pay, you will not be allowed to register, and thus NOT be allowed to race. Then please find your appropriate table; show your Race / Day Licence and collect your competitor�s goody bag. Inside this bag you will find: Event T Shirt, 2 x race numbers, 1 x swim hat, 1 x bike frame sticker plus other goodies. You will be required to register before you can get into the transition area.

There will be no registration after 9.30am. Any competitors that have not registered by 9.30am will lose their place in the event.

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Race Briefing

Weather allowing this will happen inside the transition area. If you are unsure about anything please attend. Race Briefing will inform you of any last minute route changes and safety points. If you have any questions or queries on race day, please ask them after Race Briefing. There will only be one Race Briefing, which will be held at 7.45am prompt.

Transition Area

The Transition Area is a fully secure area for competitors only, this is where you will keep your bike during the swim and run sections. To get into the transition area you must show your race number at ALL times. You will also be asked to show both your race number & bike number when taking your bike out after you have finished. This is for your security. Please understand this will cause queues during peak times, but it is for your benefit. The Transition Area will not close during the event, so please understand that if you are not racing that you will be asked to make a clear way for racing competitors. The security for Transition Area will finish 15 minutes after the last competitor finishes. After this the Transition Area will be broken down and taken away. Please remove your bike from the Transition Area as quickly as possible after you have finished.

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The Swim � 400 Metres

The swim will take place in the 20 metre indoor heated pool at Medan Vale Leisure Centre. Swim 20 lengths � 400 meters. Please arrive on poolside approx. 10 minutes before your start time. A timekeeper will start you at 30-second intervals in individual lanes. Your start time has been worked out from your estimated time that you fill in on your entry form. By doing this it is hoped that you will be with competitors of a similar standard during the swim section. There will be other competitors in the same lane during the race. It is the reasonability of the faster swimmer to overtake, but also remember that it is much easier to swim behind someone. There will be marshals at the end of the lanes to help you count your lengths. You will be supplied with a swim hat in your goody bag, please wear this to help the marshals count your lengths. If you wish to get changed for the bike and run section after the swim, you may either use the swimming pool changing rooms or change inside the transition area - nudity is not allowed. The only rule is that you cannot walk along the bottom of the pool.

Please Note: Only competitors are allowed on poolside.

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The Bike � 10 Miles

From leaving the transition area, turn left onto Burns Lane. Go along Burns Lane for approx. 600 metres, and then turn left onto Manor Road. Caution here, this is a sharp bend!! Follow this to the junction with Coggins Lane. Turn right here. Be very careful. The Police will marshal this junction. The very first section of the bike course will be closed from traffic. Once you have turned right onto Netherfield Lane this will be open to traffic.�

Go through Medan Vale; stay on this road for approx. 3 miles until you reach a T-junction. Turn left here onto the A616 (Budby). Please be very careful at the junction as it leads onto a fast road. There will be Race Officials here to help you. Follow the A616 for 4 miles until you reach Cuckney. Turn left, then immediately left again onto the A60 towards �Mansfield�. Again, please be careful, as the A60 is a busy road. Stay on the A60 for approx. 4 miles. You will gradually climb for 2 miles, before then going downhill for 1 mile - please be careful as you return back into Warsop. Turn left into Hetts Lane, then immediately left back into Burns Lane and into the transition area.

The Run � 3 Miles

Having enjoyed the bike ride, here comes the fun. For some this will be the first time that you will have experienced the unique feeling of running straight after cycling. The Run Course is a very simple 1 1/2 miles out, turn round and 1 1/2 miles back. The terrain is mixed, the course includes tarmac, gravel, sand and grass. From the transition area, you will take the same route as the start of the bike. Turning left along Burns Lane you will continue along here past the point were the bike course turns left on Manor Road. There will be a drink station approx. 800 metres into the run course. At the end of Burns Lane, you will turn right and go gradually uphill for 200 metres. Follow this path for a further 3/4 miles until you reach the turn round point, and then re-trace your route back to the transition area and finish.

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What Will You Need?

As this event attracts all types of athletes, from complete novices to international standard athletes, you will see bikes worth from �25 to �2500. For many people this will also be their first triathlon and you do not need all of the kit. There are certain items which you will need: a swimming costume or swimming trunks, swimming goggles are also high recommended but not compulsory. A road worthy bike: this includes mountain bikes, shopping bikes, road bikes or even Raleigh Choppers. An ANSI/BS approved cycling helmet: these are available from Total Fitness or other good cycling shops, prices start from around �30. A pair of shoes for the cycling & run section. All other extras such as elastic laces, specific triathlon clothing and handlebars are not a necessity but will help you on the day. For further advice please contact Total Fitness on 0115 9222226 or www.totalfitness-uk.com

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Race Marshals

No event like this can run smoothly without the help of many marshals. If you have friends or family that will be supporting you at the event, ask them if they would be willing to give up a couple of hours to help marshal. All marshals will receive an event shirt, food, drink plus the chance to win a� �50 voucher given by our sponsors Total Fitness. The winner of the �50 voucher from our last event at Southwell was Russell Large. If you would like further information about becoming a race marshal please contact Teresa on 0115 9190096. You do not require any previous experience or knowledge on triathlon to become a race marshal; any training required will be given on race day.

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Race Rules

The British Triathlon Association sanctions this event and the event will be held within the rules of the British Triathlon Association. Under these rules it is mandatory that all competitors must wear an ANSI approved helmet, that all cycles must be in a road worthy condition and that all competitors are insured by third party civil liability insurance - BTA Members are insured as part of their membership package, and all other competitors will be required to purchase a Day Licence from the British Triathlon Association.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Due to a rise in the BTA�s Insurance Premium Cover, the BTA have been forced to suspend their personal accident cover for all BTA members. All members will still have public liability cover during the event but not personal accident cover. For any further information or clarification, please contact the BTA direct on www.britishtriathlon.org or 01509 228321.

PLEASE NOTE: That it is the reasonability of the individual competitors to navigate the course correctly, not the responsibility of the race marshals.

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Race Numbers

Race Numbers must be worn on both the front & back during the bike & run at all times. Numbers must not be cut or folded. Numbers must be pinned at all four corners. Number bands are allowed. If using a race belt, athletes must attach race numbers, one to the front and one to the rear. While competing, athletes must ensure that the race numbers remain positioned to the front and rear, and must not allow the numbers to slide to the sides of the body.

Furthermore, when attaching both race numbers, it is essential that they be properly affixed to the belt. Numbers should be pinned approximately one inch from the top of the number - not in the middle, as the number will simply fold over! It may be wise to reinforce the back of the number with clear adhesive tape, especially at the points where the number is pinned.

If race numbers are not visible, athletes will be penalised by the race referee (two-minute time penalty) if they cannot correct the problem and the athlete will also run the risk of receiving no timing splits or being recorded as they cross the finish line.

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Trade Stands

There will be a number of trade stands attending the event. Our sponsors Total Fitness Nottingham will be attending for those last minute purchases you need to make. And it is hoped that Science In Sport, our nutrition sponsors will also be able to make the event to give help & advice on your nutritional needs.

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Food & Drink � �Linda�s Caf�

No need to bring along any food or drink with you, Linda�s Caf� will again be inside the registration room selling hot & cold drinks, cobs, cakes, crisps, etc, all at very reasonable prices.

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Results

The results will available on www.onestepbeyond.org.uk on the Monday following. On the day there will only be final times available, splits will be available within a few days. Results will be sent out within two weeks to those competitors that sent in 2 stamped address envelopes. Please do not ask for your times before presentation, this will only cause for the presentation to be delayed.

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Prizes

After receiving feed back from previous events, we are changing how we categorize our prizes. There will be prizes inline with the BTA Age Group Bands, i.e. split into 5-year bands. Prizes will only be awarded to the winners of each age group, if there are at least 3 competitors in that age group. Presentation will take place within one hour of the last competitor finishing, weather allowing, either next to the transition area or inside the registration room. If you believe that you have won a prize, you must be in attendance to claim your prize.

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Other Events

Within the east midlands there are over 10 different triathlons. One Step Beyond Promotions organises pool-based triathlons in Southwell, Mansfield and Lincolnshire, as well as open water triathlon at Clumber Park, Holme Pierrepont, National Water Sports Centre & Rutland Water, Leicestershire. Our next event is the Spalding Sprint Triathlon, on Sunday 20^th July. For further information about these events, please visit www.onestepbeyond.org.uk or telephone 0115 9190096.

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Further Information

Any questions related to the event can be answered by telephoning One Step Beyond Promotions on 0115 919 0096 or emailing information@onestepbeyond.org.uk.

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Thank You

This event could not happen without the help of many many people. To mention all by name would be too many, but there are certain people that deserve a special thanks. My better half, Teresa, who has not only given us another beautiful baby girl but also, manages to answer the phone whilst changing nappies and making feeds. Steve Melhuish, who had the idea about putting on the Mansfield Triathlon again, and Clyde Derbyshire, Beat Manager for the local area who will be in attendance on the day ensuring that we all have a safe & enjoyable day. Finally, the Dream Team, our team of volunteers who turn up at every race, sunshine or snow. A big thanks to you all.

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We hope that you have a safe & enjoyable day.

Best regards,

Iain Hamilton.

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All the information here is believed to be true at the time of going to press. Changes maybe required ensuring that the event is organised safely and within the law, these changes will be made without notification. The organiser has the final decision.

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