Packet Pick Up & Race Information
DATES and LOCATION
DATE: SATURDAY, MARCH 16th, 2024
LOCATION: ZARZAUR LAW, 100 PALAFOX PLACE (outside on the Romana Street side of building)
TIME: 2pm-4pm
DATE: SUNDAY, MARCH 17th, 2024 (RACE DAY)
LOCATION: RACE SITE (COMMUNITY MARITIME PARK)
TIME: 6:15am-7:15am
LOCATION: ZARZAUR LAW, 100 PALAFOX PLACE (outside on the Romana Street side of building)
TIME: 2pm-4pm
DATE: SUNDAY, MARCH 17th, 2024 (RACE DAY)
LOCATION: RACE SITE (COMMUNITY MARITIME PARK)
TIME: 6:15am-7:15am
PREPARING FOR THE RACE
Race Bib. The race packet will include a race bib which must be worn during the entire race. The race bib can be pinned to the front of the shirt or you can use an elastic race belt.
Bike Sticker. Attach the large bike sticker to the top tube so it is visible on both the left and right sides. Attach the other to the front of the bike helmet. These will help ensure that athletes use the correct bicycle and helmet during the race, and that these items are returned to the correct athlete after the race.
Helmet Sticker: Attach the small single sticker to the front of the athlete's helmet.
Colored Writsband. Adhere the colored wristband to the left wrist of your athlete. If you have multiple athletes make sure they are wearing the correct color wristband (athletes 6-9 RED and athletes 10-15 GREEN)
Race Course Map. Athletes should review the course map prior to the race. We will be conducting 2 race distances simultaneously. Volunteers will direct athletes, but athletes are also responsible for knowing the race course.
Bike Sticker. Attach the large bike sticker to the top tube so it is visible on both the left and right sides. Attach the other to the front of the bike helmet. These will help ensure that athletes use the correct bicycle and helmet during the race, and that these items are returned to the correct athlete after the race.
Helmet Sticker: Attach the small single sticker to the front of the athlete's helmet.
Colored Writsband. Adhere the colored wristband to the left wrist of your athlete. If you have multiple athletes make sure they are wearing the correct color wristband (athletes 6-9 RED and athletes 10-15 GREEN)
Race Course Map. Athletes should review the course map prior to the race. We will be conducting 2 race distances simultaneously. Volunteers will direct athletes, but athletes are also responsible for knowing the race course.
BIKE SAFETY
Bike Requirements. For safety reasons, athletes will not be allowed to race with missing handlebar end plugs. If bar end plugs are missing, please visit a local bike shop to obtain replacements prior to race day. Per USAT youth supplemental rules bikes must not have aero-bars, disk wheels or training wheels.
Helmets. Helmets must be worn – with straps fastened - by all athletes when on their bikes at the race venue, including before, during and after the race. Helmets must be certified by the US Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) for use on bicycles. Certification can be found on a sticker inside the helmet. Time-trial or “aero” helmets are not permitted. For helmets to do their job, they must fit and be worn properly. Two common problems are wearing the helmet too far back on the head and leaving the chin strap too loose (above). Either situation could increase the chance of a head injury in the event of an accident. When the helmet is fitted correctly, the chin strap will be snug but not tight and the helmet will be over the forehead, approximately level on the head.
Helmets. Helmets must be worn – with straps fastened - by all athletes when on their bikes at the race venue, including before, during and after the race. Helmets must be certified by the US Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) for use on bicycles. Certification can be found on a sticker inside the helmet. Time-trial or “aero” helmets are not permitted. For helmets to do their job, they must fit and be worn properly. Two common problems are wearing the helmet too far back on the head and leaving the chin strap too loose (above). Either situation could increase the chance of a head injury in the event of an accident. When the helmet is fitted correctly, the chin strap will be snug but not tight and the helmet will be over the forehead, approximately level on the head.
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Other Bike Issues. Make sure that tires are properly inflated, preferably no more than 24 hours before the race. Lubricate the chain if necessary. If you are in any doubt about the condition of your bicycle, take it to a local bike shop for evaluation. Water bottles are permitted on the bike, but not recommended. Young athletes are generally not able to ride safely and drink water at the same time. A water stop will be located on the run course
ARRIVING AT RACE DAY
Plan to arrive between 6:30 and 7:15 AM. There is ample parking at the Community Maritime Park. If you need to leave before the race is complete we encourage you to park NORTH of Main Street as at the roads will be closed during the duration of the race.
Athlete Check-In. After arriving, athletes ONLY will enter a “chute” for (1) a bike & safety check, (2) wristband, bike & helmet sticker check (3) body marking (left calf) , and (4) a timing chip. Timing chips will be used for the electronic timing of the race. Volunteers will assist athletes in setting up their transition areas.
Athlete Check-In. After arriving, athletes ONLY will enter a “chute” for (1) a bike & safety check, (2) wristband, bike & helmet sticker check (3) body marking (left calf) , and (4) a timing chip. Timing chips will be used for the electronic timing of the race. Volunteers will assist athletes in setting up their transition areas.
OTHER INFORMATION
Assisting your Athlete. Volunteers will be available to help athletes place bikes in the correct location in the transition area before the race. Volunteers will also assist each child as needed during the race. Only athletes will be allowed into the transition area before and during the race. Athletes may not be accompanied on the race course (e.g., do not “pace” athletes on the run)
Emergency Considerations (IMPORTANT). If the emergency contact that you provided during registration will not be at the event (but say, “Grandma” will be there), please provide updated information at the registration table. If your child requires medical attention in any way, or is in any distress, we will attempt to contact you at the emergency number provided.
Abandoning the Race. If an athlete chooses not to start after placing his or her bike in transition, they must notify transition volunteers.
Retrieving your Athletes Bike: For security purposes, athletes must be present with their race number and body markings to remove a bike from the transition area. Again, only athletes will be allowed in transition.
Emergency Considerations (IMPORTANT). If the emergency contact that you provided during registration will not be at the event (but say, “Grandma” will be there), please provide updated information at the registration table. If your child requires medical attention in any way, or is in any distress, we will attempt to contact you at the emergency number provided.
Abandoning the Race. If an athlete chooses not to start after placing his or her bike in transition, they must notify transition volunteers.
Retrieving your Athletes Bike: For security purposes, athletes must be present with their race number and body markings to remove a bike from the transition area. Again, only athletes will be allowed in transition.
AFTER THE RACE
Awards Ceremony: Awards ceremony starts at 10:00am. Parents can access race results through scanning the QR code (with your phone's camera) found on your athlete's bib as well as located throughout the race venue. The QR code below will also send you to the results once they are posted online.
Protecting the Park. The Community Maritime Park is open to the public. Please be considerate of the park and dispose of trash at the receptacles on the race site. Please assist us by not littering and by recycling plastic water bottles. We aim to leave the race venue cleaner than we found it!