2012
O FF I C I A LEVENTG U I D E
SWI M. B I K E. R U N.R O C K!
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ATHLETE EVENT GUIDE
Dear Austin TriRockers,
Land Rover TriRock Austin is here. We promise to provide you with a first class race experience
and a truly unique triathlon event. This athlete guide contains very important information for
race weekend, and we encourage you to read it thoroughly so that your race experience is
fantastic. Plan ahead and read carefully. From music on the water to our heavy medals, post
race concert to breakfast tacos and beer garden, we want you to walk away from Land Rover
TriRock Austin with a smile on your face and a great race under your belt!
For more information be sure to check the website leading up to race day at
www.trirock.competitor.com/austin and stay up to date with all things TriRock on our facebook
page (www.facebook.com/TriRockSeries) and twitter account (www.twitter.com/TriRockSeries).
Inside the athlete guide you’ll find:
 Weekend Schedule
 Expo/Packet Pick Up Information
 Course & Parking Information
 Wave Breakdown
 Post-Race Details
 Entertainment, Sponsor and Partner Information
We hope you have an amazing time here in Austin.
Get ready to Rock!
Sincerely,
Zach Barnhorst
Land Rover TriRock Triathlon Series Manager
FREE TRIROCK SWEATBAND
On race day, the first 200 people to check-in to “TriRock Austin” on Facebook will receive a
free Land Rover TriRock Triathlon Series sweatband. Head over to the info booth with your
mobile device to show you have checked in to receive your headband.
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WEEKEND SCHEDULE
Saturday September 1, 2012
 8:00 PM Josh Turner Concert
Sunday, September 2nd, 2012
 9:00 AM Yoga & Pre-Race Stretching, The Hyatt Regency Hotel
 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Land Rover TriRock Austin Packet Pick Up & Expo,
The Hyatt Regency Hotel, & Mandatory Bike Racking
 10:00 AM Yoga & Pre-Race Stretching, The Hyatt Regency Hotel
 11:00 AM Race Director Course Review & USAT Rules
 12:00 PM Flat Tire and Transition Clinic by Greasy Monkey Wipes
 1:00 PM Beginner Triathlete Meeting & Course Overview
 2:00 PM Race Director Course Review & USAT Rules
There is no race day packet pickup. All bikes must be checked into transition
on Sunday by 6 PM.
Monday, September 3rd, 2012
 5:00 AM Transition Area Opens
 6:40 AM Intermediate Distance Transition Area Closed
 6:40 AM Pre-race Meeting (all distances)
 7:00 AM Intermediate Distance Race Start
 8:15 AM Sprint Distance Transition Area Closed
 8:35 AM Sprint Distance Race Start
 9:30 AM Finish Line Festival Begins
 12:00 PM Awards Presentation (tentative)
EXPO & MANDATORY PACKET PICK-UP
Expo Location:
Hyatt Regency Hotel, 208 Barton Springs Road
Expo Hours:
Sunday, September 2
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
All athletes are required to pick up their race packet on Sunday September 2nd at the expo. At
this time, athletes will receive their race bib, wristband, timing chip, TriTats and bike tag, swim
cap, participant tee and swag bag.
Follow
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2.
3.
the steps below to ensure you have everything you need to pick up your race packet:
Print Confirmation Sheet
Sign Confirmation Sheet
Bring your USA Triathlon Membership Card to Packet Pick Up, along with your signed
Confirmation Sheet
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4. Check In at Registration with your member card and confirmation sheet, and Pick Up
Packet
Participants must have a photo ID, signed confirmation sheet and USAT membership card (if
applicable) to pick up their race packet. Packets will not be given to friends or family. Any
participant signed up as a USAT member will be required to show his/her USAT membership card
at packet pick up. Members who do not have their card will be required to pay the $12 one-day
license fee. Cash/checks only; credit cards will NOT be accepted. If you have lost your USAT
membership card, you can download a temporary card by logging into your USAT account at
www.usatmembership.com.
Note, all relay teams must pick up their packets as a TEAM. Every participant must sign a waiver.
Spend some time at the expo! We will have a handful of sponsors and vendors offering the latest
and greatest fitness and nutrition products for sampling and purchase. Our expo sponsors and
vendors will be out at the finish line festival, so encourage your friends and family to head down
early on race day and enjoy all the sights, sounds, and sponsor goodies while waiting for you to
cross the finish line.
CLINICS AND GUEST SPEAKERS
Join us on Sunday at the expo for informative and interactive clinics. Get advice from local
experts and be better prepared for race day.
9:00 & 10:00 AM
Yoga & Pre-Race Stretching
Get stretched and ready to go for race day with our yoga and pre-race stretching session. Relax your
muscles and ease your mind.
11:00 AM
Course Review & USA Triathlon Rules
Laying out the maps and strategizing your way to that Redhook beer garden... er... finish line.
12:30 AM
Flat Tire & Transition Clinic Presented by Grease Monkey Wipes
Don’t be left out on the course without a clue! Learn how to fix a flat and have a lightning fast transition.
1:00 PM
Beginner Triathlete Meeting and Race Overview
Reviewing the basics and key TriRock Austin information to succeed in your first triathlon.
2:00 PM
Course Review & USA Triathlon Rules
Laying out the maps and strategizing your way to that Redhook beer garden... er... finish line.
MERCHANDISE
Official race merchandise by Asics will be for sale at the expo on Sunday and Monday. Stop by
the merchandise tent to purchase your TriRock apparel.
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NUMBERING
You will receive the following in your race packet:
 body marking tattoos with your race number and age/division identifier,
 bike number tag,
 bike helmet sticker,
 race bib,
 wristband.
It is encouraged that you apply your race tattoos prior to arriving on race day. Apply your race
number tattoos to your upper left arm, upper right arm and front quad. Your age/division tattoo
should be applied to your left calf. Your bike number must be affixed to your seat post or frame.
The helmet sticker must be placed on the front of your helmet. The race bib must be worn on
your front during the run. Additional directions are included in your race packet.
BIKE CHECK IN & OUT
Bike Check In
There is a Mandatory Bike Check In on Sunday before the event. Each participant must check
their bike into the Transition Zone on Sunday from 10 AM to 6 PM. To enter the transition area,
each athlete must have their race number affixed to their bike and helmet and their wristband
on their wrist. Bike check in will occur at the Bike Start/Bike Finish side of the Transition Zone.
Transition racks will be assigned so be sure to rack your bike at your assigned rack, labeled by
name and bib number. Please do not put plastic bags on your bike. It can cause your bike to
blow off the rack or get caught in gears. Any plastic bag will be removed.
Bike Check Out
Bikes will not be allowed out of Transition Zone until most of the participants have completed the
bike course. It is expected this will be around 11:00 AM, but there is no guarantee. Athletes will
be allowed back in transition before then, but bikes may not be removed from racks until all
athletes have finished the bike leg.
Please be patient and courteous to your fellow participants while in transition during the race.
Each participant deserves to have the same experience regardless of their speed.
Bikes will be allowed to exit transition while participants are still on the run course. All exiting
athletes will be directed along the bike course underneath the S First Street Bridge towards the
Hyatt. This will eliminate the need for participants to cross the run course with their bikes.
You must have your wristband and race number on to enter transition and remove your bike.
TRANSITION ZONE
The transition zone will open at 5:00 AM on race day. There is no early bike check on Sunday.
Only athletes are allowed to enter the transition zone. Athletes will be identified with the supplied
athlete wrist band included in your race packet. Please allow the volunteers to put your
wristband on you at packet pick up.
Once in the transition zone, locate your individual bike rack labeled with your name and bib
number. Please be considerate of other athletes around you as you lay out your transition zone
items. The transition zone will close for Intermediate Distance athletes at 6:40 AM and all athletes
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will be directed to the swim start for the race and pre-race meeting for all athletes at 6:40 AM.
Transition area will close for Sprint Distance athletes at 8:15 AM. There will be volunteers at the
exit to check that your bike number matches your race number.
SWIM
Intermediate Distance – 1,500 meters
The Intermediate start time is 7:00 AM. The swim is a one loop course.
Sprint Distance – 700 meters
The Sprint start time is 8:35 AM. The swim is a one loop course.
The water temperature is in the low 80s. The official reading will be taken on race morning. It is
unlikely the swim will be wetsuit legal. If ever you need a second to rest on the swim course,
please feel free to make your way to one of our many life guards and you may hold on to the
kayak and/or board without moving forward. You will NOT be penalized for this.
The swim course takes place in Lady Bird Lake just off of Auditorium Shores. The course will be
marked with triangle buoys. Participants will swim clockwise passing the buoys on their right side.
This will be an in-water start where participants will be directed to enter the water as their wave is
called and wait for the gun to go off (approx. 2 minutes) before starting. There will be lifeguards
on surfboards, kayaks and boats for participant safety. At any time, a swimmer can rest on a
lifeguard without making forward progress and can then continue on when ready.
BIKE
Intermediate Distance – 40 km
The Intermediate is a 3 loop course throughout downtown Austin and Auditorium Shores.
Sprint Distance – 27 km
The Sprint is a 2 loop course through downtown Austin and Auditorium Shores.
The bike out exit will be clearly marked. You must walk your bike until you reach the mou nting
area. All riders must wear a helmet. Always stay right unless passing another rider. When passing,
be sure to pass on the left. You must leave three bike lengths between you and the athlete in
front of you and must pass an athlete within 15 seconds. Please note, there is a small “No
Passing” portion of the course for the safety of all athletes at the start and finish under the S First St
Bridge. Absolutely no headphones are allowed. You must dismount your bike at the designated
area and walk/run it back to your transition area.
Bike support provided by the Jack & Adams Bicycles will be available on race day.
RUN
Intermediate Distance – 10 km/6.2 miles
The Intermediate is a 2 loop course through Auditorium Shores.
Sprint Distance – 5 km/3.1 miles
The Sprint is a single loop course through Auditorium Shores.
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AID STATIONS
Aid stations will be stocked with water and Vitalyte every 1 mile. There are no aid stations on the bike.
Water will also be available in the Transition Zone.
COURSE CUT OFFS
Course cut offs are as follows:
Swim: No official cut off
Bike: You must start your final loop prior to10:30 AM
Run: No official cut off
Any participant who is still on the course past the respective cut off time will be directed back to
the transition zone.
RELAY INSTRUCTIONS
Note: Competitors in the three-person relay must pick up their race packet as a team as all
participants must sign the waiver.
On race day, enter the transition zone and wait at your assigned team bike rack. The timing chip
must be passed during each transition, from swimmer to biker to runner. Do not start before your
teammate has reached your bike rack to pass the chip or you will be disqualified. All relay
swimmers will go off in the same wave. The swimmer and biker can meet t he runner at the finish
line where the runner will collect three finisher medals, one per each team member.
INFORMATION BOOTH & LOST AND FOUND
An information booth will be available on Sunday and Monday at the expo/finish line village to
answer any questions you may have. The information booth will also serve as lost & found. Please
return any found items to the information booth.
WEATHER CONTINGENCY PLAN
In the event of foul weather, the start time of the event may be delayed by up to 1 hour. Should t he
weather conditions be unsafe for the swim, this event will be changed to a bike-run with distances of a
40 km bike and a 5 km run. The sprint distance will change to a bike-run with the distances of a 27 km
bike and a 5 km run. If the weather makes it too dangerous for cycling, the event will become a 5 km
run for all participants.
Please refer to our facebook page, twitter page and website for last minute updates.
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PARKING
There is plenty of parking in Auditorium Shores area. The following is a list of lots you can park at:
 Hyatt Regency Hotel, 208 Barton Springs Road
 One Texas Center, 505 Barton Springs Road
 Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Road
 Austin City Hall, 301 W Second Street
Some fees may apply. Parking is also available at many other downtown parking lots and garages.
Please do not park in the lots of local businesses, restaurants, or on the streets in the local
neighborhoods. We encourage the use of public transportation.
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WAVE START
The race will be utilizing a wave start in order to decrease congestion along the course.
The Intermediate Distance transition area will close at 6:40 AM. The Sprint Distance transition
area will close at 8:15 AM. You must leave the transition area when it closes. The swim wave
staging area will be the west side of the swim start. See below for the various waves.
Intermediate
7:00 AM Open Division
red
7:04 AM Men 25-29
7:08 AM Men 30-34
orange
yellow
7:12 AM Men 35-39 (Last names A-L)
green
7:16 AM Men 35-39 (Last names M-Z)
powder blue
7:20 AM Men 40-44 (Last names A-L
blue
7:24 AM Men 40-44 (Last names M-Z
7:28 AM Women 30-34
white
navy
7:32 AM Women 35-39
purple
7:36 AM Women 40-44
7:40 AM Men 45-49
pink
red
7:44 AM Men 50 & Over
orange
7:48 AM Women 45 & Over
yellow
7:52 AM Men 24 & Under
7:56 AM Women 29 & Under
green
powder blue
8:00 AM Relays
blue
Sprint
8:30 AM Men 30-34
8:34 AM Men 35-39
white
navy
8:38 AM Men 40-44
8:42 AM Women 30-34
purple
pink
8:46 AM Women 35-39
red
8:50 AM Men 45 & Over
orange
8:54 AM Women 40 & Over
yellow
8:58 AM Men 29 & Under
green
9:02 AM Women 29 & Under & Sprint Relays
powder blue
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RACE DAY CHECK-LIST
Be prepared for race day with this recommended check-list. We suggest laying everything out
the night before and packing your bag so it is ready to go in the morning (no need to be
rushing!).
 Two towels (large and small)
 Water bottles (bottle of water)
 Food (bars and/or gel)
 Swim goggles
 Swim cap (you must wear the cap issued in your race packet)
 Timing chip and band
 Race bib and race belt (or use safety pins)
 Bike
 Shoes (both biking and running if using two pair)
 Socks
 Helmet
 Sunglasses
 Wetsuit
 Seat pack (tube, patches, tire levers, multi-tool, co2)
 Running hat
 Body Lubricant (BodyGlide)
 Driver’s License (for beer garden)
 Warm-Ups or dry clothes for after the race
 Watch or heart rate monitor
RACE RULES
All Land Rover TriRock Series Events are USA Triathlon (USAT) sanctioned events. For detailed
explanation of all of the rules or for more information regarding USAT please visit the USAT
website.
Swim Rules/Regulations
 PAY ATTENTION TO YOUR SWIM WAVE TIME AND BE PREPARED WHEN IT IS CALLED.
 The swim course is marked very clearly with large buoys.
 WETSUIT INFO: This race will not be wetsuit legal. Current water temp is 81’F
Bike Rules/Regulations
 Helmets must be on AND fastened before you mount your bike.
 Do not mount your bike until you are out of the transition area and past the
mount/dismount line.
 ABSOLUTELY NO RIDING IN THE TRANSITION ZONE.
 STAY RIGHT ON THE BIKE COURSE UNLESS YOU ARE PASSING. DO NOT RIDE ABREAST WITH
ANOTHER COMPETITOR UNLESS YOU ARE PASSING.
 Do not litter.
 No headphones, cell phones, or devices of any kind that play music.
 If you have a flat move your bike off to the right side of the course
 Please pay attention to your surroundings and follow the directions of course marshals,
Police and safety personnel.
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Run Rules/Regulations
 No headphones, cell phones, or devices of any kind that play music.
 Please pay attention to your surroundings and follow the directions of course marshals,
Police and safety personnel
 Respect the land and our waterways. Do not litter. Trash cans are available at every aid
station.
MEDICAL AID
The Medical Team of Medicine of Motion is a dedicated group of medical professionals
available to help you. The medical tent will be located at the transition zone/finish line area. In
addition, there will be plenty of lifeguards in the water for the swim as well as roaming staff on
the bike course to provide assistance. In order to help our medical team help you, it is critical
that you fill out the medical history information on the back of your race bib.
ENTERTAINMENT
Get ready to rock out to great music while you swim, bike and run to the finish.
 Swim: Twilight Trio
 Bike Course Stage: John Garr & Michael Cross
 Run Course Stage: Christy Hays & Her Sunday Best, James Bullard
 Transition Area: Miss Julia & The Cruzers
 Main Stage: Mysterious Ways
First Set: 9:45 AM
Second Set: 11:00 a.m.
SPECTATOR TIPS
The event is free and open to the public. The best place for viewing the race is at the start/finish
line area. There will be live music and vendors to keep spectators entertained. In addition,
spectators should follow these general tips:
 A triathlon race course uses open areas and public roads. As a result, it is important that
spectators be conscious of their surroundings and be careful not to interfere with the
athletes during the race
 Follow instructions from all Race Staff, volunteers and public safety officers
 Do not at any time, enter the race course
 SPECTATORS and/or FAMILY MEMBERS are NOT permitted in the Transition Zone
 Pacing athletes is not permitted
 Be aware of areas Off Limits to spectators
 Do NOT lean or push on fencing
 Use designated crosswalks only when instructed by race staff
 Always look both ways and behind you before crossing or changing direction
 Keep moving in a orderly fashion
 Racers have the right of way. Spectators MUST yield to racers in progress
 Know your athlete’s bib number, swim cap color, wave number, wave start time and
estimated finish time
 Have a plan to meet up with your athlete at conclusion of race
 Leave plenty of travel time. Expect heavy traffic into Race Site and/or Parking Area
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RACE PHOTOS
Official race photography is provided by Marathon Foto. Make sure to have your race number
visible and smile big. Visit trirockseries.com after the race to see your photos.
FINISHER MEDAL
All participants will receive their finisher medal upon crossing the finish line. If competing as a
relay, the runner will collect three medals, one for each member of the team.
ATHLETE FOOD
The athlete food tent will be located in the finish line village. Athletes will be treated to d elicious
breakfast tacos. Your race bib also serves as your food ticket. There are no other concessions at
the race.
REDHOOK BEER GARDEN
Visit the Redhook beer garden located in the finish line village to receive your two (2)
complimentary beers. The beer garden is for participants only and you must be 21 or over to
enter. Please drink responsibly and should you need a cab to get home please use Austin
Yellow Cab, 512-452-9999.
Everyone entering the beer garden must have their participant wristband on.
RESULTS
Unofficial race results will be posted after the race in
the finish line village area. Detailed splits/results will
be posted at trirockseries.com after the event.
AWARDS
Awards will be given to the top three male and
female finishers overall as well as the top three male
and female age group finishers and top three overall
relay finishers. All award winners will be recognized at
the main stage during the awards ceremony at
approximately 10:45 AM. If not present, awards will
be mailed out 4-6 weeks after the race.
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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
All-terrain athletes.
As official sponsor of the Land Rover TriRock Triathlon Series, Land
Rover Select Certified Pre-Owned continues to go beyond the
ordinary on the drive toward adventure.
Asics
ASICS would like to wish all the triathletes good luck. While a
triathlon may be challenging, we know the desire to swim, bike,
and run is never-ending. Because the more you go, the harder it is
to stop. Stop at never. ASICS. Proud sponsor of the Land Rover
TriRock Series
Garmin
Forerunner® 910XT is the only all-in-one device with swim metrics
plus distance, pace, elevation and heart rate1 for running and
cycling. Designed for open water and pool swimming, it’s water
resistant to 50 meters.
Alt hough heart rate monitor may be wor n in water, it will not transmit heart rate
dat a while submerged.
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Vitalyte
Visit www.vitalyte.com to find out how to improve your
performance with our complete line of sports nutrition products
including the Official Gel and Beverage of the Land Rover TriRock
Triathlon Series.
Redhook
Come by the Redhook beer garden post-race and we’ll hook you
up with our new Long Hammer IPA in Cans. It’s an IPA built for
pounding at the finish line.
Jack & Adam’s Bicycles
Jack & Adam's Bicycles is your triathlon headquarters. Check out
their store right here in Austin or their online store
at jackandadams.com
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NOW Energy Bar
Land Rover TriRock Austin is almost upon us. Have you stocked up
on your NOW Bars for race day? Be sure to stop by the NOW Bar
booth during packet pick-up and get your supply of NOW Bars.
With a 4:1 carb to protein ratio, NOW bars are your perfect pre,
during and post triathlon energy bar.
La Quinta
Be ready to win the race when you wake up on the bright side® at
La Quinta Inns & Suites®. FREE breakfast, FREE Internet and comfy
pillowtop beds.
OZARKA
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Refreshment that goes the mile. Satisfy every thirst with convenient
Ozarka Direct™ home delivery, and enjoy Ozarka® Brand 100%
Natural Spring Water. Learn more at ozarkahomedelivery.com