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CIS / NSW All Schools Triathlon - School Team Relay Races
Thu 22 Feb 2024 07:00 — 14:00

Event information

This event has passed.

Please Note: This is a NSW All Schools Championship Event - view the official Event Page HERE.

Change to Event

The NSW All Schools Triathlon will now be held as a duathlon. There will be no swim leg due to poor water quality.

The NSW All Schools Triathlon/Duathlon team event will proceed with swimmers completing a 750m run instead of the swim.

 

Event Information

Nominated students will receive an email outlining additional event information at least 3 days prior to the event.

Additional Information

Categories

Relay Juniors 12 to 14 Years Born on or before 31 December 2010, 2011, 2012;
400M Swim; 10KM Cycle; 3KM Run

Relay Intermediate 15, 16 Years Born on or before 31 December 2008, 2009;
400M Swim; 15KM Cycle; 3KM Run

Relay Senior 17,18,19 Years Born on or before 31 December 2005, 2006, 2007
400M Swim; 15KM Cycle; 3KM Run

 

Program of Events

Thursday 22 February - School Team Relay Races

7:00am – 8:00am Registration (All students)
8:20am: Junior Boys Relay Race Start
8:50am: Junior Girls Relay Race Start
9:30am: Intermediate Boys Relay Race Start
10:30am: Intermediate Girls Relay Race Start
11:30am: Senior Boys Relay Race Start
12:30am: Senior Girls Relay Race Start
2:30pm (approx.): Presentations (at the conclusion of relay races)

N.B:

  • RACE START TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE ON RACE DAY
  • There will be a short pre-race briefing approximately 10 minutes before each race.
  • Maps of the course will be on display and each competitor needs to be familiar with the course for their age group.
  • Girls races will commence once boys are on their final lap of the bike course.
  • During the relay races, cut off times will be in place. If swimmers are not out of the water by the cut-off time, the team cyclist will be sent off. If a cyclist has not finished by the cut-off time, they will be taken off the course and their runner will be sent off.
  • Cut off times will be at the discretion of the event organisers.

FAQ

  • Allow 15 minutes to get from car park to Registration.
  • All registrations for individual events must be completed by 8:00am, as the course will be closed after this time.
  • No parents, coaches, teachers or friends are permitted at anytime in the transition area (bike compound).
  • Race numbers must be worn by competitors during the cycle and run legs of their event.
  • Race belts will be available for purchase on the day.
  • This event is for Secondary school students.
  • Results will be available from www.multisportaustralia.com.au

Safety, Supervision and Conditions of Entry

  • This is a safety-oriented event with a closed circuit (no vehicles–except drafting motor bikes) ride and a protected open water swim.
  • Students with pre-existing medical conditions must be identifiable on the day. Medical information MUST be provided upon registering the student along with a management plan. Individuals will need to report to officials on the day. Failure to do so may result in the individual / team being disqualified.
  • Swimmers MUST be competent and able to meet the demands of the swim leg. Any students not meeting these expectations will be removed from the water immediately. This decision will be at the discretion of course officials / water safety.
  • All individuals / teams must have an adult representative present on the day.
  • All cyclists must wear an approved helmet. All bikes must be presented for a safety inspection prior to racing on the course.
  • It is expected that all participating students are suitably prepared prior to the championships to meet the physical demands of the event (in varying environmental conditions) and are appropriately hydrated and fuelled to participate safely.
  • The following guidelines will be utilised when making decisions in relation to hot weather ​​- Click Here

Bike Restrictions

The following equipment restrictions will apply for the NSW All Schools Race:

(i) The bicycle may be on-road, off-road or youth style. No “time trial” style bicycles are allowed. No recumbent style bicycles are allowed. No BMX bikes are allowed.

(ii) Only standard drop, straight, or curved handlebars are allowed. No aero or time trial bars may be attached to the bike or used during competition.

(iii) For all events wheels must have at least 16 spokes.

(iv) No disc wheels or wheel covers are allowed.

(v) Carbon wheels must be no deeper than 60mm

(vi) Only detachable tyres and tubes shall be used

(vii) Time trial style helmets may NOT be used.

 

Cost

A sport nomination fee of $60.00 (inclusive of GST) per team will be charged to the school at the end of the term.

Further Representation 

  • A NSW All Schools Team will be selected to attend the School Sport Australia Championships. There will be a player’s levy and uniform costs involved with competing at this level.

Contact Information and General Guidelines

Please contact the relevant Convenor listed on the appropriate Sport Page.

CIS do not accept late nominations – please contact CIS Prior to close of nominations if you are experiencing difficulties.