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MAY 17, 2014THE WOODLANDS, TX

ATHLETE GUIDEIRONMAN.COM/ TEX AS

2 Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN Athlete Guide: 2.4 SWIM • 112 BIKE • 26.2 RUN

Message From the Head Referee 3Race information every participating athlete needs

to know for a smooth race experience

2014 Schedule of Events 4

Pre-Race Information 6Your need-to-know information before

race day

Race Day Athlete Check List 7

Race Day Information 8

Post-Race Information 9Recovery and Awards Ceremony

Swim Course 10Course map, rules and regulations

IRONMAN SwimSmart Check List 11

Bike Course 12Course map, turn-by-turn instructions,

elevation map, rules and regulations

Bike Services 15Find out about the Official Bike Stores

Run Course 17Course map, turn-by-turn instructions,

elevation map, rules and regulations

Rules and USAT Medical Policy 18

Qualifying for the 2014 IRONMAN 21World Championship

2015 Registration Information 22

TriClub 23Find out about the TriClub program

Scott LangenRace Director

WELCOME TO IRONMAN TEXASTable of Contents

Dear Athletes,

It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the Fourth Annual Memorial Hermann IRONMAN Texas presented by Waste Management. The entire IRONMAN team and Local Event Organizing Committee have prepared tirelessly for your arrival to The Woodlands. I am confident that you will find the courses safe, the scenery spectacular, and the hospitality friendly.

Memorial Hermann IRONMAN Texas presented by Waste Management will showcase the region’s signature features. During race weekend, take time to experience all The Woodlands has to offer; from the training to shopping I am sure this area will not disappoint!

I would like to personally recognize and thank Memorial Hermann, The Woodlands Township, Montgomery County, Grimes County and Montgomery Sheriff’s Office for their leadership and commitment to this event. Producing an IRONMAN event requires tremendous amount of local resources and The Woodlands has more than risen to the challenge. Please take a moment to thank all of those who make this event successful, including the nearly 3,000 community volunteers.

I look forward to seeing you at the finish line!

Best of luck!


Jimmy RiccitelloIRONMAN HEAD REFEREE

2014 USAT Competitive Rules apply except as indicated in the Athlete Guide. In short, IRONMAN will operate under the “three strikes and you’re out” principle. Even though DRAFTING and BLATANT LITTERING are the only two violations to incur a time penalty (to be served in the closest penalty tent, located along the bike course), every type of violation counts toward your three strikes, and every bike course violation requires a stop in a penalty tent. Any penalties incurred on the run course are to be served at the point of infraction. Any combination of three violations results in a DQ.

So that you understand the rules on race day, please take the time to read and understand the rules in the Athlete Guide and the 2014 USAT Competitive Rules.

The POSITION violations are summarized:

Always ride on the right side of your lane to avoid an ILLEGAL POSITION or BLOCKING call.

Keep four bike lengths (seven meters) between your bike’s front wheel and the rear wheel of the cyclist in front of you to avoid a DRAFTING call.

Always pass on the left of the cyclist in front of you; Never on the right to avoid an ILLEGAL PASS call. Complete your pass within 20 seconds to avoid a DRAFTING call.

If passed, drop back four bike lengths before attempting to re-pass to avoid an OVERTAKEN or DRAFTING call.

Triathlon is an individual event, and it is your responsibility to fully understand the rules and avoid penalties. The referee’s ruling is final in the case of POSITION violations, and there are no protests or appeals. Other common violations include:

HELMET CHINSTRAPYour chinstrap must be securely fastened whenever you are on your bike on race day.

RACE NUMBER You must wear your bib number during the run portion of the race. In addition, your bike frame sticker must be properly attached to your bike frame and must be visible from both sides.

LITTERING Do not throw ANYTHING outside of official aid stations. Blatant littering will result in a four minute penalty.

UNAUTHORIZED EQUIPMENTSorry, absolutely NO communication devices, MP3 players or other audio devices. (Yes, that means NO cell phones, Oakley Thumps™ or Apple iPods®).

OUTSIDE ASSISTANCENon-racers may NOT ride or run alongside you. Remember that even though DRAFTING is the only violation that incurs a time penalty, you must go to a penalty tent for any violation to have your number marked, and all violations count toward your three strikes. There will be no penalty tents on the run. If you are penalized on the run, the official will mark your number on the spot.

Please treat other athletes, all volunteers, and your referees with courtesy and consideration. Not doing so is UNSPORTSMANLIKE CONDUCT and may result in disqualification. I sincerely hope you have a great race and achieve all your goals.

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DRAFTING VIOLATION

RED CARD

four minute time penalty served in a penalty tent on the bike course

LITTERING VIOLATION

RED CARD

four minute time penalty served in a penalty tent on the bike course

BLOCKING VIOLATION

YELLOW CARD

stop and go time penalty served at the next penalty tent

ANY COMBINATION OF THREE VIOLATIONS WILL RESULT IN RACE DISQUALIFICATION.


*SCHEDULE OF EVENTS IS TENTATIVE & SUBJECT TO CHANGE Please continue to check back regularly for updates.2014 TENTATIVE SCHEDULE

WEDNESDAY, MAY 14, 2014

START END EVENT LOCATION9 a.m. 5 p.m. Official IRONMAN Store Waterway Parking Lot

9 a.m. 5 p.m. IRONMAN Bike Store & Tech Service Center Waterway Parking Lot

9 a.m. 5 p.m. IRONMAN Village Waterway Parking Lot

9 a.m. 5 p.m. Race Information Booth Waterway Parking Lot

9 a.m. 5 p.m. Volunteer Tent Waterway Parking Lot

10 a.m. 5 p.m. Athlete Check-In (NO Athlete Check-In on Friday)

Waterway Parking Lot

10 a.m. 5 p.m. 2015 Memorial Hermann IRONMAN Texas presented by Waste Management On-Site Registration for 2014 Registered Athletes Only


12 p.m. 4 p.m. VIP Check-In Waterway Parking Lot

1 p.m. 4 p.m. Media Center Marriott Hotel

2 p.m. Athlete Briefing Waterway Parking Lot

THURSDAY, MAY 15, 2014

START END EVENT LOCATION9 a.m. 5 p.m. Official IRONMAN Store Waterway Parking Lot





10 a.m. 4 p.m. Media Center Marriott Hotel

10 a.m. 5 p.m. Athlete Check-In (NO Athlete Check-In on Friday)


10 a.m. 5 p.m. 2015 Memorial Hermann IRONMAN Texas presented by Waste Management On-Site Registration for 2014 Registered Athletes Only


11 a.m. Athlete Briefing Waterway Parking Lot

11 a.m. 3 p.m. VIP Check-In Waterway Parking Lot

12 p.m. Pro Panel Waterway Parking Lot


5:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. Welcome Dinner Marriott Hotel

FRIDAY, MAY 16, 2014

START END EVENT LOCATION8 a.m. 10 a.m. Practice Swim Lake Woodlands

9 a.m. 5 p.m. Official IRONMAN Store Waterway Parking Lot




2014 TENTATIVE SCHEDULE CONT’D9 a.m. 5 p.m. Race Information Booth Waterway Parking Lot


10 a.m. 3 p.m. Mandatory Bike & Gear Bag Check-in (T1/T2) Town Green Park

10 a.m. 4 p.m. Media Center Marriott Hotel

11 a.m. 3 p.m. VIP Check-In Waterway Parking Lot


SATURDAY, MAY 17, 2014 - RACE DAY!

START END EVENT LOCATION5 a.m. Midnight Volunteer Tent Waterway Parking Lot

5:30 a.m. 6:30 a.m. Transition Area Open Town Green Park

5 a.m. 6:30 a.m. Drop Special Needs Bike & Run Bags North Shore Park

5:30 a.m. Midnight Media Center Marriott Hotel

6:50 a.m. Pro Start North Shore Park

7 a.m. Age Group Start North Shore Park

8 a.m. 10:30 p.m. Official IRONMAN Store Waterway Parking Lot

6 p.m. Midnight Mandatory Bike & Gear Recovery Town Green Park

Midnight Race Officially Ends Waterway Ave

SUNDAY, MAY 18, 2014

START END EVENT LOCATION7 a.m. 12 p.m. IRONMAN Bike Store & Tech Service Center Waterway Parking Lot

7 a.m. 3 p.m. Official IRONMAN Store Waterway Parking Lot


9 a.m. 11 a.m. 2015 Memorial Hermann IRONMAN Texas presented by Waste Management On-Site Registration for Volun-teers and General Public


12:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. Awards & Volunteer Appreciation Banquet Marriott Hotel

1:45 p.m. 2014 IRONMAN World Championship Slot Allocation and Rolldown Ceremony

Marriott Hotel


PRE-RACE INFORMATIONPersonal Communication PlanPrior to departing for The Woodlands be sure to establish a communications plan with family and friends back home. Share the race day emergency contact listed below with those who may need to reach you in an emergency. Even if you are in The Woodlands with family and friends, it is essential that you have a plan for contacting or reuniting with your group following the race.

Race Day Emergency Contact IRONMAN Athlete [email protected]

Emergency Phone Hours:Wednesday, May 14: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.Thursday, May 15: 10: a.m. - 6:30 p.m.Friday, May 16: 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.Race Day, Saturday, May 17: 5:30 a.m. - 12:30 a.m. Sunday, May 18: 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Physical AddressesAthlete Check-In:Waterway Parking Lot21 Waterway AveThe Woodlands, TX 77380

Swim Start:North Shore Park2505 Lake Woodlands Dr.The Woodlands, TX 77381

Transition:Towne Green Park2099 Lake Robbins DriveThe Woodlands, TX 77380

Finish Line:Water Way AvenueOutside of Expo Area

Athlete Check-InAthlete Check-In hours are Wednesday, May 14 and Thursday, May 15 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. in the Waterway Parking Lot. Please notethat Athlete Check-In will NOT be open on Friday or race day. If you do not check-in during the designated Athlete Check-In hours you will not be able to race. ALL RACE PACKETS MUST BE PICKED UP BY 5 P.M. ON THURSDAY, May 15.

Please bring the following items with you to Athlete Check-In: • Photo Identification • USAT card to show proof of current USAT membership or $12.00 USD (cash only) to purchase a one-day license. If you are a USAT member and forget your card, you will be required to sign the USAT waiver and purchase a $12.00 USAT one-day license.• If you are a professional athlete, you are required to submit proof of professional status at check-in.

online at WWW.IRONMANTEXAS.COM and on-site at the entrance on a first-come, first-served basis. We recommend arriving early, as these events typically sell out.

Athlete WristbandA wristband printed with your race number will be affixed to your wrist at Athlete Check-In. This band will identify you as an official participant and must be worn during race week. The wristband is required for medical identification purposes and allows you access to banquets, transition and post-race athlete recovery areas.

You will not be allowed to remove your bicycle and/or gear from transition following the race without your wristband affixed to your wrist. Please do not remove your wristband before the IRONMAN Athlete Celebration, as it will identify you as an athlete.

Personal SafetyAlways train with at least one other person (especially in the open water). While swimming, please wear a brightly colored swim cap and ensure that your family members and/or friends know where you are. When training, please bike and run on the shoulder without moving into the traffic lane. Please be courteous and aware that the people sharing the roads with you are people you will count on during race day to fulfill your physical and emotional needs. Please ride single file, as biking side by side is illegal. As you are one of The Woodland’s invited guests, please respect and obey the traffic laws during your training practices. Violators will be cited. You are required to carry proper identification at all times. If you are stopped, you must present your identification to the inquiring officer. Failure to do so may result in race disqualification. Your cooperation is appreciated.

Pre-Event Swim AdvisementSwimming in Lake Woodlands outside of the designated practice swim time is NOT permitted and it is illegal to do so.

IRONMAN Practice SwimThe IRONMAN practice swim will be held on Friday, May 16 from 8 a.m. - 10 a.m. at Lake Woodlands. ONLY registered athletes in the race will be allowed to participate in the practice swim. Athletes MUST have completed the Athlete Check-In process on Wednesday or Thursday in order to participate. Athletes must wear their athlete wristband and must use the timing chip provided at check-in. Athletes will NOT be allowed to participate in the practice swim if they do not have their wristband and timing chip. There will be no extra timing chips or wristbands at the practice swim. If athletes wish to swim prior to Friday’s 8 a.m. - 10 a.m. practice swim, they can do so at Michael D Holland Aquatics Center located at14360 FM1488 Magnolia, TX, 77354. Available swim time during race week is 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. The cost is $2 per session.

Please Note:Athletes competing in IRONMAN events are required to check-in at the venue during the dates and times listed in the Athlete Guide and Event Schedule. Athlete Check-In will not be available outside the posted times. Should an athlete have a legitimate emergency, IRONMAN will try to accommodate the athlete to the best of our ability as long as the athlete informs IRONMAN. To inform IRONMAN of any emergency during race week, athletes must call the EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER within the hours listed above.

Athletes who show up after the posted check-in dates and times will not be allowed to race unless prior arrangements were made via the emergency phone. These rules are in effect for a number of important reasons and exist to make your experience the best, safest and most stress-free it can be.

The scheduling of Athlete Check-In is designed to allow each athlete the opportunity to become oriented with the venue, acclimated to the area and receive all the necessary information needed to have a successful race. Mandatory Athlete Briefings will be held during Expo hours in the three days prior to the event (check the event schedule for times) and are hosted for the benefit of all participants. The briefing will cover important information pertaining to any peculiarities of the course, rules and cut-off times for the disciplines and most importantly any last minute changes or procedures to the event that have occurred, or may potentially occur due to weather related forecasts.

It is equally important for participants to have ample time to check-in their bike and other gear and to make sure all bases are covered leading up to race day. Rushing to complete all necessary tasks within a couple of hours is counterproductive to race preparation. It also creates additional pressure on event staff who work under a tight deadline to execute an IRONMAN event.

Competing in an IRONMAN event is a significant endeavor and requires proper planning for your safety and the safety of your fellow competitors, the volunteers, event staff and the hosting community.

Thank you for your cooperation. We want to ensure the very best experience for you, not only on race day, but throughout the weekend’s activities.

Welcome DinnerEach athlete will receive complimentary entry into the Welcome Dinner. Your athlete wristband provides you with access to this function. Please do not remove your wristband prior to the function or you will be denied entry. Family and friends must purchase a ticket to attend. Tickets are available for purchase

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RACE DAY ATHLETE CHECK LIST

PRE-RACE: □ Directions to Hotel □ Directions to Athlete Check-In □ Directions to Race Start □ Directions to Race Finish □ Photo i.d. □ Valid USAT Card - if member (if you paid for a one-day license online, no need to bring a card)

□ Bike Services/Tune up □ Attend Athlete Check-In □ Attend Athlete Briefing □ Study the race courses and plan your nutrition

RACE DAY – SWIM: □ MyLaps Pro Timing Chip and Strap □ Swimsuit/Wetsuit (if applicable) □ Goggles (consider a spare pair as well) □ Race Day Swim Cap (provided at Check-In) □ Ear Plugs/Nose Plug (optional) □ Throw away long sleeved shirt and shoes to wear and discard before the race or place in your provided Morning Clothes Bag

RACE DAY – BIKE: □ Bike Pump □ Extra Nutrition □ Extra Water Bottles □ Aero Watter Bottle Straw □ Bike Repair Kit

Bar-end plugs CO2 Cartridge(s) Spare Tire Spare Tube Tire levers Valve Stem Extenders Patch Kit Wrench Set/Tools

□ Vaseline □ Sunscreen □ Helmet □ Sunglasses □ Bike Shoes □ Socks □ GPS Watch or Bike Computer

RACE DAY – RUN: □ Fuel Belt □ Race Belt or Safety Pins □ Bib Number □ Hat/Visor □ Reflective tape (if applicable) □ Running Shoes □ Socks □ Sunglasses □ Water Bottle

MISCELLANEOUS: □ Body Glide □ Antibacterial □ Contacts or Rx Glasses □ Heart Rate Monitor & Chest Strap □ Towel □ Hair Ties □ Chapstick □ Post-Race Clothing □ Extra Swimsuit and Cap for practice swim (if applicable)

□ Extra Tri Kit for practice □ Have a Great Race!


RACE DAY INFORMATION

Bike/Run Gear Bags And Special Needs BagsDuring Athlete Check-In, athletes will receive five bags:

Green [Morning Clothes] Blue [Bike Gear] Orange [Bike Special Needs] Red [Run Gear] Black [Run Special Needs]

Morning Clothes BagYou will receive a green Morning Clothes Bag at Athlete Check-In. Prior to the swim start on race morning, place any items (e.g., dry clothes, car or hotel room key, meds) you may need at the finish line in your Morning Clothes Bag. Leave the bag in the designated drop area at the swim start. Your Morning Clothes Bag may be retrieved after the race in Expo at the Waterway Parking Lot. Please note Bike and Run Gear Pick-up is not at the same location, and will be available near the transition area at Town Green Park. Any items that do not fit inside the Morning Clothes Bag, such as bike pumps and backpacks, will not be accepted.

Mandatory Bike And Gear Check-In Mandatory Bicycle and Gear Bag Check-In is: Friday, May 16 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Town Green Park.

Bike Check-In: Town Green ParkBike Gear Bag Check-In: Town Green ParkRun Gear Bag Check-In: Town Green Park

All bicycles and Bike/Run Gear Bags must be checked in on Friday and left overnight. Bicycles and Bike/Run Gear Bags will not be permittedto enter transition on race morning. While bikes are stored in transition, athletes will be allowed to cover their seats and handlebars only from inclement weather. Full bike covers ARE NOT ALLOWED as it presents a safety hazard to volunteers and other competitors. Full bike covers will be removed from any bikes left in transition once Bike Check-In is over. You will have access to your bicycle beginning at 5:30 a.m. on race morning, but you will not be allowed to remove your bike from transition until the start of the bike portion of the race.

Pack your bike and run gear in the appropriate gear bag and place them in the proper place. Be sure your running gear has reflective material on the front and back of your clothes and shoes. Helmets and cycling shoes MUST go into the athlete’s Bike Gear Bag. No loose gear will be allowed on the ground next to the bicycles in transition.

Special Needs BagsYou will receive an orange Bike Special Needs Bag and black Run Special Needs Bag at Athlete Check-In. A special needs station will be located near the mid-point on the bike and run course. These special needs stations are for special needs purposes, such as nutritional items or an extra pair of socks, etc. Prior to the swim start, drop your special needs bags in the designated area near transition, just east of the Mill Avenue bridges. Do NOT put anything of value in your bike or run special needs bags. Special needs bags will not always be returned.

Race Day Parking Athletes: Personal vehicles will not be permitted into The Woodlands Mall, North Shore Park or Market Street on race day. If parked in this area your car is subject to be towed. All athletes and spectators can park in the parking garages off of Lake Robbins Road. Be advised that all red zone and handicapped parking spaces will be strictly enforced.

Spectators: Cheer zones: Due to course and town restrictions, we are not allowing team tents; however, we suggest working with one of the several restaurants that flank the run course.

Race Morning ProcedureTransition opens at 5:30 a.m. on race morning. Remember to bring your MyLaps Pro Chip, swim cap, and wetsuit. Bike technicians and pumps will be available in transition race morning. Please do not wear your bib number in the swim. Leave it with your gear and put it on before you head out on the bike course. The number will not hold up for the duration of the race if it gets wet.

Body marking will begin at 5:30 a.m. in North Shore park (swim start). Do not number yourself expecting to bypass check-in. During the body marking process, athletes are responsible for ensuring the body marking volunteers mark the athlete’s age as of December 31, 2014 which corresponds with the age division in which the athlete will compete in on race day. You will not be permitted in transition on race day without your wristband, swim cap and MyLaps Pro Chip. If you have misplaced any of these items, please see the transition director for a replacement. Do not apply sunscreen, oil, Vaseline or lotion until after you have been body marked. Transition closes at 6:30 a.m. All athletes must be out of transition and headed to the swim before this time.

Aid StationsAid stations are approximately every 10 to 15 miles on the bike and approximately a mile apart on the run. The general offerings are as follows:

Bike: IRONMAN PerformWaterBananasBonk Breaker BarsGU Original Energy GelsRoctane Ultra Endurance GelsGU Chomps

Run:IRONMAN PerformWaterColaChicken BrothBonk Breaker BarsGU Original Energy GelsRoctane Ultra Endurance GelsGU ChompsPretzelsFruit

Race Timing And Cut-OffsThe race will officially end 17 hours after the swim start. Aid station stops, transitions, etc., will be included in your total elapsed time. Splits will be recorded for each segment of the race. The following cut-off times apply for each segment of the race:

Swim Cut-Off The swim course will officially close at 9:20 a.m., 2 hours and 20 minutes after the mass swim start. Any athlete who has not crossed the timing mat at the swim exit by 9:20 a.m. will not be permitted to continue in the race. Athletes must be out of transition and starting the bike course by 9:45 a.m. or you will not be permitted to continue. Bike Cut-OffThere is a half way cut-off point on the bike course. Athletes must reach mile 60 before 1:40 p.m. If you do not meet the 60 mile cut-off you will be required to ride back in the SAG vehicle. The next cut-off time requires athletes to be in transition by 5:30 p.m.

Run Cut-OffThe run cut-off will be at approximately mile 17 at 9:50 p.m. The run course officially closes at midnight. Any athlete still on the run after this time will be considered DNF. MyLaps electronic tags will captureyour splits (swim, T1, bike, T2, run) and overall finish time. The race will officially end at midnight. Ironman reserves the right to removean athlete from the course and DNF the athlete if our course staff determines there is no possibility of an athlete finishing the given discipline (swim, bike, run) before the posted cut-off times based on an athlete’s location, time and average speed up to that point.


POST-RACE INFORMATIONBicycle And Gear RecoveryMandatory Bike and Gear Recovery is from 6 p.m. to midnight in the transition area at Town Green Park on race day. Please note MorningClothes Pick-up will be at the Waterway Parking Lot. You are required to reclaim your bicycle and gear after the race. You must have your athlete wristband on in order to claim your bike and gear. If you are unable to personally claim your bike and gear, a family member or friend may use your Bike Check-Out ticket that will be provided in yourrace packet. As a precaution, give this ticket to a family member or friend prior to the race, even if you plan to reclaim your bike and gear yourself. If a friend or family member does decide to up these items as a courtesy, please ask them to leave a message on your cell phone so we have no panicked athletes—it happens a lot!

Pre And Post-Race Massage TherapyMassage therapists will be on-site prior to race day during the scheduled IRONMAN Village times. Athletes may visit the MassageHeights booth to schedule their pre-race massage at $1.00 USD per minute. On race day, Massage Heights will be on hand to provide complimentary 10-minute massages. This service is for athletes ONLY, and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis in the Waterway Parking Lot. Athletes wanting more than a 10-minute massage will have the opportunity to add up to 10 additional minutes at a rate of $1.00 USD per minute.

Athlete and Volunteer Awards CelebrationEach athlete will receive complimentary entry into the Athlete and Volunteer Awards Celebration. Your athlete wristband provides you with access to this function. Please do not remove your wristband prior to the Athlete and Volunteer Awards Celebration or you willnot receive a complimentary entry, and must purchase a ticket. Volunteers will receive complimentary entry into the Athlete andVolunteer Awards Celebration by showing their 2014 Memorial Hermann IRONMAN Texas presented by Waste Management volunteer shirt at the door. Family andfriends must purchase a ticket to attend. Tickets are available for purchase online at WWW.IRONMANTEXAS.COM and on-site at the Athlete and Volunteer Awards Celebration on a first-come, first-served basis. We recommend arriving early, as it typically sells out.

Race PhotographyFinisherPix will have several photographers working at the swim exit, on the bike course, on the run course, and of course, at the finish line!

How do I Order my Pix?- To be notified as soon as photos are online. Register your email address at www.finisherpix.com- Have your number visible on the FRONT of your bike helmet so you can be identified in your cycling photos.- Keep your bib number visible on the FRONT of your body during the run and at the finish line so you can be easily identified.- Smile and celebrate when you cross the finish line! Don’t worry about touching your watch, the timing company will ensure an accurate record of your achievement.- Visit www.finisherpix.com to view, order, and share your photos from the event.

Lost And FoundDuring race week Lost & Found will be set up at the Race Information Booth at Waterway Parking Lot. After the race, Lost & Found will be available at the transition area and then moved to the information booth. After the conclusion of the event, please contact [email protected] to locate any missing items and schedule returns. Shipping fees will apply.

*All unclaimed items will be donated within 30 days.

Medical AreaThe medical area at the Waterway Parking Lot is for athletes only; family members are not allowed. Overcrowding in the medicalarea prevents the medical staff from doing their job. For information on an athlete receiving medical treatment, please wait ouside the medical tent for updates on your athlete’s condition.

Pro Prize Purse - $75,000

1st Place$15,000

2nd Place$7,500

3rd Place $5,000

4th Place$3,000

5th Place$2,500

6th Place$2,000

7th Place$1,500

8th Place$1,000

Competitor Responsibilities• When you pick up your race packet and MyLaps Pro Chip at Athlete Check-In, stop by the chip verification table to ensure that your correct name shows up on the computer screen.

• You must wear your MyLaps Pro Chip at all times while you are racing. Prior to the swim, fasten the chip to your left ankle with the strap provided and do not remove it until you have finished the run.

• You may apply Vaseline around your ankle; it will not affect the MyLaps Pro Chip. Volunteers will help you remove the chip at the finish line.

• If you do not start the race, you are responsible for returning the MyLaps Pro Chip to timing.

• If you drop out or are pulled from the race at any time, turn in your MyLaps Pro Chip to a race official. Failure to do so may disqualify you from participating in future WTC events. It is essential that we know where you are on the course at all times for your safety and our peace of mind. If you are transported to any medical station, the medical staff will take responsibility for your MyLaps Pro Chip.

• Your race MyLaps Pro Chip is a loaner. By picking up your race number and MyLaps Pro Chip, you are guaranteeing that you will return the chip to timing, or you will be billed $75.00 (USD) for its replacement.

• If you lose your MyLaps Pro Chip during the event, you are responsible for a replacement at one of the following locations: swim exit, bike exit or run exit. Volunteers will have extra MyLaps Pro Chips at the timing locations above. If you lose your MyLaps Pro Chip while on the run course, please notify a timing official immediately after crossing the finish line.

• Failure to wear your MyLaps Pro Chip on race day, return your chip after the event or pay the replacement cost of your lost chip may disqualify you from future WTC events.

NO CHIP = NO TIME


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The point-to-point swim takes place in Lake Woodlands. Athletes will enter the water at North Shore Park and swim toward South Shore Park. After reaching the turn-around buoy, athletes will head back toward North Shore Park, turn slightly right and swim down the Lake Woodlands waterway system before finishing at Town Green Park, which will serve as the transi-tion area.

*Athletes who choose to wear a wetsuit in water temperatures between 76.1 degrees Fahrenheit (24.5 degrees Celsius) and 83.8 degrees Fahrenheit (28.8 degrees Celsius) will not be eligible for Age Group awards, including IRONMAN World Championship slots or Rolldown slots.

*If the water temperature is in this range and you choose to wear a wetsuit, you will start after the non-wetsuit swimmers at 7:10am. Athletes electing to start at this time will still have 2 hours and 20 minutes to complete the swim course, and must be out of transition and starting the bike course by 9:45 a.m.

• Athletes must wear cap provided by race.

• No fins, gloves, paddles, or flotation devices (including pull buoys) of any kind are allowed.

• No Aqua socks (neoprene booties) unless the water temperature is 65.0 degrees Fahrenheit or colder.

• When the use of wetsuits is forbidden, clothing covering any part of the arms below the shoulders and clothing covering any of the leg below the knee is deemed illegal equipment and is not permitted. Compression wear may NOT be worn DURING non-wetsuit swims, but may be worn upon completion of the swim.

• Swim goggles, snorkels, or facemasks may be worn. Any athlete using a snorkel will not be eligible for Age Group awards, including IRONMAN World Championship slots and Rolldown slots.

• No individual paddlers or escorts allowed. The course will be adequately patrolled by boats, canoes and paddleboards.

• Any assistance required during the swim will result in disqualification if forward progress was made. Athletes are

permitted to use kayaks and boats as aid, as long as forward progress is not made. Special provisions are made for Physically Challenged (PC) athletes. Course officials and medical personnel reserve the right to remove athletes from the course if determined medi cally necessary.

• The swim course will officially close at 9:20 a.m.

WETSUIT RULESWetsuits may be worn in watertemperatures up to and including 24.5 degrees C/76.1 degrees F.

Athletes who choose to wear a wetsuitin water temperatures between 24.5degrees C/76.2 degrees F and 28.8degrees C/ 83.8 degrees F will not beeligible for Age Group awards, includingIRONMAN World Championship 70.3slots or Rolldown slots.

Prohibited Wetsuit: De Soto Water Rover

Wetsuits cannot measure more than 5mm thick.

Wetsuits will be prohibited in watertemperatures greater than 28.8degrees C/ 83.8 degrees F.

Swimwear Policy(non-wetsuit legal swims only)Swimwear must be 100% textile material, which is defined as materials consisting of natural and/or synthetic, individual and non-consolidated yarns used to constitutea fabric by weaving, knitting and/or braiding. Simply put, this would generally refer to suits made only from nylon or Lycra that do not have any rubberized mate-rial such as polyurethane or neoprene. Swim-wear must not cover the neck, extend past the shoulder, nor extend past the knees. Swimwear may contain a zipper. A race kit may be worn underneath swimwear.

Swim to Bike TransitionAfter the swim, you will be directed through the timing chutes to the swim to bike transition. Public nudity is not permitted. We require you to be fully ready to race before getting on your bike.

Personal nutrients are permitted if carried on you or your bike. Sunscreen is available in transition.

Please inform family and friends to stay off the bike and run course.

NOTE: Any athlete electing not to race must notify a timing official immediately. Above all, the safety of each swimmer is our prime concern. A full sweep of the course will be made directly behind the last swimmer. Visual aid will be provided by the lifeguards, divers, canoes, kayaks, buoys, and aquatic crafts that line the course.

Swim Course Rules and Instructions


IRONMAN SWIMSMART TOP 10 CHECKLIST

1. Prepare for Race Conditions • Race day should not be your first open water swim. Make sure some of your training replicates real race conditions, including water temperature, proximity to other swimmers and wearing a wetsuit if needed.

2. Race in Shorter Events • Being properly trained is the best way to reduce anxiety. If possible, race in shorter events and clinics to prepare yourself for open water conditions. • For extra guidance, talk to a coach or your local triathlon club.

3. Learn About Course Details • It’s important to prepare yourself mentally as well as physically prior to race day. Thoroughly review the race website and pre-race communication to familiarize yourself with the course. • Keep in mind, every body of water is different, so you’ll need to educate yourself on water current and surf conditions. • Study the event timetable to plan for proper arrival and preparation.

4. Ensure Heart Health • As an athlete in training, you should take the proper steps to assess your health with your physician. • The American Heart Association suggests a 12-step screening process for competitive athletes. This includes a physical exam as well as an assessment of your family history and personal heart health.

5. Pay Attention to Warning Signs • If you experience chest pain or discomfort, shortness of breath, light-headedness or blacking out while training, consult your doctor.

6. Don’t Use New Gear on Race Day • Focus on controlling as much as you can on race day. • You should never race in equipment you haven’t trained in. This is not the time to test new gear. • Make sure your wetsuit fits properly and that your goggles, swim cap and other accessories work properly. • Prepare for the unexpected with backups of all your gear.

7. Warm Up on Race Day • Arrive early enough on race day for a proper warm-up prior to the start, preferably in the water. • If you aren’t able to warm up in the water, spend between 5 and 10 minutes getting loose. • Be sure to do some cardio activity, such as a light jog, to increase circulation and prep your muscles.

8. Check Out the Course • Get comfortable with the course by checking out water conditions, the swim entry, exit layouts, along with turn buoy locations. • Identify basic navigation points so that you know what you are swimming towards.

9. Start Easy – Relax and Breathe • Don’t race at maximum effort from the start. • Relax and focus on proper breathing technique as you settle into a sustainable pace.

10. Be Alert and Ask for Help • In a race setting always stop at the first sign of a medical problem. • If you or a fellow athlete needs help, just raise your hand to alert a lifeguard or safety boat. • Race rules allow for competitors to stop or rest at any time during the swim. • Feel free to hold on to a static object like a raft, buoy, or dock. • You may also rest by holding on to a kayak, boat or even a paddleboard. As long as you don’t use it to move forward, you won’t face disqualification.

An open-water swim in a triathlon is substantially different from swimming in a pool. To alleviate stress, it’s important that you arrive on race day healthy, fit and prepared. Here's a top-10 checklist to help get you ready.


BIKE COURSE

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The one-loop bike course will take athletes west through The Woodlands beforeheading north to the scenic, rolling farm-land of east Texas. After passing throughthe National Forest, athletes will head back towards The Wood-lands. The course ismostly flat but fea-tures some rolling hills.

• Start on Lake Robbins Drive• Right on Six Pines Drive• Right on to Woodlands Parkway• Right on to FM 2978• Right on to Egypt Lane• Straight on to Conroe Huffsmith Road• Left on to Weisinger Drive• Left on to Mahogany Way• Right on to Honea Egypt Road• Bear right on to Sendera Ranch Road• Left on to FM 2854• Straight on to Lone Star Parkway• Right on to FM 149• Right on to Osborne Road

• Left on to FM 1375• Right on to FM 149• Right on to Bethel Road• Left on to Taliaferro Road• Left on to County Road 209• Left on to Bays Chapel Road• Right on to FM 149• Left on to FM 2562• Left on to 2819• Right on to FM 1486• Left on to Jackson Road• Left on to FM 1488• Right on to Tamina Road• Right on to FM 2978

• Left on to Windfern Place• Right on to May Valley Circle• Left on to West Branch Crossing• Right on to Woodlands Parkway• Right on to Flintridge Drive• Right on to South Panther Creek Drive• Right on to Woodlands Parkway• Left on to Grogans Mill• Right on Timberloch Place• Left on Six Pines Drive• Left on to Lake Robbins Drive

TURN BY TURNS INSTRUCTIONS:


1. Position Rules• Absolutely NO DRAFTING of another bike or any other vehicle is allowed.

• Athletes must keep 7 meters (~4 bike lengths) distance between bikes except when passing. Failure to do so will result in a drafting violation.

• A pass occurs when the overtaking athlete’s front wheel passes the leading edge of the athlete being overtaken.

• Overtaking athletes may pass on the left for up to 20 seconds, but must move back to the right side of the road, after passing. Failure to complete a pass within 20 seconds will result in a drafting violation. Athletes may not back out of the 7 meter draft zone once it is entered (drafting violation).

• Overtaken athletes must immediately fall back 7 meters (~4 bike lengths) before attempting to regain the lead from a front running bike. Immediately re-passing prior to falling back 7 meters will result in an overtaken violation.

• Overtaken athletes who remain within 7 meters (~4 bike lengths) for more than 20 seconds will be given a drafting violation.

• Athletes must ride single file on the far right side of the road except when passing another rider, or for reasons of safety. Side-by-side riding is not allowed and will result in a position violation.

• Athletes who impede the forward progress of other athletes will be given a blocking violation.

• Athletes committing rules violations will be notified “on the spot” by an official. • Do not attempt to discuss the penalty with the official.

• The official will:i. Call out your race number and/or notify youthat you have received either a RED CARDfor drafting and intentional littering or aYELLOW CARD for any other penalty. Theofficial will show you the correspondingcolored card.ii. Instruct you to report to the next penalty tent (PT) on the course. There will be at least two PTs on the course.

The Exact Location Of The Pts Will Be Stated At The Pre-Race Meeting.• The athlete will: i. Report to the next PT and tell the PT Official whether you were shown a RED CARD or a YELLOW CARD. If you fail to report to the next PT, you may be disqualified.

ii. Have race numbers marked by the PT Official with a “/” for drafting or a “P” for all other penalties.

iii. Register, via the sign-in sheet.

iv. Resume the race immediately, upon having your numbers marked with a “P” and registering, for all non-drafting violations (YELLOW CARD).

v. Remain in the PT for the time indicated inthe table below, for each drafting andintentional littering violation (RED CARD).

vi. Be disqualified if you receive any combination of three penalties. If you are disqualified, you may finish the bike course but may not start the run.

vii. Be disqualified for not reporting to the PT.

Race Distance: IRONMAN 1st Offense 4:00 2nd Offense 4:00 3rd Offense DQ

2. Bicycles must be racked in a manner such that the majority of the bicycle is on the athlete’s side of the bike rack.

3. No tandems, recumbents, fairings, or any add-on device designed exclusively to reduce resistance are allowed. Any new, unusual, or prototype equipment will be subject to a determination of legality by the event organizer and/or Head Referee.

4. The sole responsibility of knowing and following the prescribed cycling course rests with each athlete. No adjustments in times or results shall be made for athletes who fail to follow the proper course for any reason whatsoever.

5. Athletes must obey all traffic laws while on the cycling course unless otherwise specifically directed by an official, race monitor or designee with actual authority. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.

6. No athlete shall endanger himself or another participant. Athletes who intentionally present a danger to any athlete or who, in the judgment of the Head Referee, appear to present a danger to any athlete may be disqualified.

7. Helmets, bike shoes and other cycling gear MUST be placed inside the athlete’s Swim-to-Bike Gear Bag in transition and may NOT be attached to the pedals. Only professional athletes may attach shoes to the pedals. Shoes and shirt must be worn at all times.

8. Cameras, phone cameras, and videocameras are prohibited unless permission isgiven by WTC. If permission is given by WTC,it is the athlete’s responsibility to notify theHead Referee prior to race start. Athletesseen with a camera, phone camera, or videocamera will be disqualified.

9. Athletes must wear a bike helmet number on the front of their helmet.

10. Athletes’ bike frame sticker must beproperly attached to the bike and must bevisible from both sides.

11. CPSC-approved helmet is required during the entire bike portion including in and out of transition. Athletes riding without an approved helmet or chinstrap not fastened may be disqualified. Alterations to hard-shell helmet, which affect its integrity, are not allowed.

12. No individual support allowed. Ample aid and food stations will be provided. Friends, family members, coaches, or supporters of any type may NOT bike, drive, or run alongside athlete, may not pass food or other items to athlete and should be warned to stay completely clear of all athletes to avoid the disqualification of an athlete. It is incumbent upon each athlete to immediately reject any attempt to assist, follow, or escort.

13. Do not litter. Any item that needs to bediscarded, including but not limited to waterbottles, gel wrappers, energy bar wrappers,broken bike parts, or clothing items, may onlybe discarded in the trash drop zones at eachaid station. Discarding any item outside of thetrash drop zones will result in a yellow card.Blatant drafting will result in a red card (4minute penalty).

BIKE COURSE SUMMARYBIKE 112 MI


14. Athletes must be individually responsible for repair and maintenance of their own bike. Athletes should be prepared to handle any possible mechanical malfunction. Assistance from official race personnel is permitted.

15. Athletes may walk bike, if necessary, but may not make progress on the bike course unaccompanied by their bicycle.

16. Bike inspection is not mandatory and will not be provided at Bike Check-In, although technicians will be available.

Athletes are ultimately responsible for their own bikes. However race officials may at their own discretion make final judgement as to the soundness of the bike.

In the event of foul weather, large plastic bags, which cover the entire bike, will be permitted as long as the bags are securely fastened to the bike.

17. Communication devices of any type, such as cell phones and two-way radios are strictly prohibited during competition. Use of such devices will result in disqualification.

18. HEADSETS OR HEADPHONES ARE NOT ALLOWED DURING ANY PORTION OF THE EVENT.

19. MEDICAL SUPPORT. If you need minor medical assistance, a SAG vehicle will pick you up and take you to the medical tent, where you shall receive treatment.

Alternatively, depending upon medical emergency, ambulances will take you to the nearest hospital to receive treatment. If you have a technical problem or have bonked, the SAG vehicle will take you to the next aid station.

At every bike and run aid station, there will be rest areas and medical personnel to assist in any medical problem.

Additionally, there will be radios to contact ambulances and medical assistance. If you have a problem, please go to an aid station for further assistance. Cyclists still on the courseafter 5:30 p.m. will be disqualified and will notbe permitted to continue in the event.

Note: Bike aid stations are located approximately every 10 - 15 miles. It is your responsibility to slow for safe nutrient pick-up.

Call out your requirements clearly and in advance. Crews are instructed not to step across the white line for handoffs. It is imperative that you don’t toss bike bottles, cups, or nutrient bags on the roadside along the course.

A penalty will be assessed for discarding litter outside the designated drop zone.

Note: Technical support vans will be on the course to assist with emergency repairs whenever possible; such as replacement tubes, tires, chains, etc. Technical vans will be on the course throughout the day, but are limited in number. Please be self-sufficient.

LOCAL TRAFFIC LAWSPlease remember that members of the local community use the bike course roads.

Realize that you are an ambassador for the sport and the event and the impact of your actions is far reaching. When you’re out riding the course, please adhere to local traffic laws and go the extra mile to be courteous and respectful to the residents of the local community.

Every time a cyclist has an altercation with a driver, that driver sees every cyclist on the road as the enemy.

Every time a cyclist is courteous to a driver, that driver will give every cyclist on the road that much more respect and courtesy in return.

Please think before you act. When training, please follow these suggestions: Please ride single file. This is not just for your safety but also to ensure local drivers can get where they need to go without delay and frustration.

Please obey traffic laws (stop at stop signs, signal when turning, etc.). Please do not use private property as a toilet.

Please do not litter. Keep your energy bar and gel wrappers with you until you find a trashcan.

Please ask your friends and family members to refrain from painting the roads along the course. This defaces public property and is a punishable offense.

Bike Course Rules and Instructions: Please understand that based on permits for the roads on the course and the safety of athletes involved, cut-off times must be respected for all IRONMAN events.


BIKE SHIPPING AND BIKE TECH

OFFICIAL BIKE STOREVelo Stopwww.velo-stop.com

Velo Stop is the Official Bike Store of the IRONMAN® U.S. Series.Our staff of triathlon experts will be at the IRONMAN village offering quality triathlon supplies, equipment, gear, apparel and nutrition from the industry’s top manufacturers. Our expert bike technicians will provide the highest level of service for repairs and upgrades that you may need prior to race day.

On race day, our staff will be available for emergency repairs and support in transition as well as on the race course. Also remember to shop with us before the big race and all year long at www.velo-stop.com for all of your triathlon and racing needs.

SPECIAL PRE-RACE DAY TUNE-UP FOR $65 SERVICE INCLUDES: * Lube and adjust drive train * Inspect and adjust front and rear brakes * Inspect and tighten axle skewers and bolts * Inspect tires and tire pressure * Inspect and adjust seat clamp bolt * Inspect and adjust all stem clamp bolts * Inspect pedal attachment to crank arms * Inspect wheels, spokes and hubs-touch up wheel true

RACE DAY CHECK OVER FOR $30 • Lube and adjust drive train • Inspect and adjust front and rear brakes

Fly In Services: Unpack and Assemble bike at Race Site $100Disassemble and Pack bike at Race site $100Bike case storage $25 (free is we assemble) Receive bike case only $25

If you want to take advantage of this service, please send an email to [email protected] with your information and they will contact you with race shipping information.

Full List of services: www.velo-stop.com Velo Stop is a full service bicycle shop and we offer free estimates for any type repair work. We carry an extensive inventory of parts for most bicycles.

TECH TIPS AND OTHER DETAILSBike inspection is not mandatory and will not be provided at Bike Check-In, although technicians will be available. Athletes are ultimately responsible for their own bikes. However, race officials may, at their discretion, make final judgment as to the soundness of the bikes.

To avoid an unexpected flat tire, wait until race morning to inflate your tires to their proper air pressure. There will be a limited number of pumps available in the transition area on race morning so we recommend you bring your own. You must give your pump to a family member or friend before the race start, since pumps will not be accepted with your Morning Clothes Bags.

For security and safety reasons, bikes will not be allowed out of transition once transition closes at 6:30 a.m. on race morning. Once transition closes, no one will be allowed to enter transition unless accompanied by a race official. On race day, bike tech vehicles will patrol the course to aid in emergency repairs.

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BIKE SHIPPING AND BIKE TECH

TriBike TransportTriBike Transport (TBT) provides trusted, economical, hassle-free service to your 2014 IRONMAN or IRONMAN 70.3 event. Reserve your space today for premium bike transport to IRONMAN races throughout North & Central America. TBT even travels to Kona!

Bike Transport• Use the easy online reservation form to guarantee space for

your bike.• Drop off your bike fully assembled (remove only the pedals) at a

conveniently located partner shop.• For an additional fee we’ll take your wheel bag and a gear bag,

too!• TBT delivers your bike (and bags) to the event fully assembled

and fully protected. Pick-up is at the on-site TBT headquarters, at or very near the IRONMAN Village and transition area.

• Post-race, simply wheel your bike back to TBT for return trans-port home.

• Cost: $180-350 for round-trip service to the contiguous U.S. & Canada. Pricing starts at $425 to Hawaii, the Caribbean & Mexico.

Finish & Fly Valet Service • Leave your bike in transition and let us do the rest! Choose

TBT’s optional Finish & Fly Valet Service for 70.3’s.• TBT will pick up your bike and bags (bike and run) from transi-

tion after your race. • They’ll pack your bags and pedals into a gorgeous TBT duffle

and transport it, with your bike, back to your Partner Shop. YOU DON’T DO A THING AFTER YOUR RACE! Cost: $60 Pack & Ship*

• TBT offers Pack & Ship service to athletes living in areas that TBT’s transport trucks just can’t get to. You’re only responsible for disassembling and boxing your bike for outbound shipping. TBT handles the rest!*available at select races

• Cost: $400 for round trip service within the continental U.S. $750 to Hawaii and Puerto Rico.

Celebrate your IRONMAN finish, worry-free! All transports include $1,000 of declared value, with option to pur-chase additional coverage. For more information and to find a partner shop near you, please visit www.tribiketransport.com or stop by and say hello at our on-site headquarters located near any IRONMAN Village.

Race Day WheelsThe Original Wheel Rental Company began in 2005. Our goal is to give beginner triathletes and experts the opportunity to ride fast carbon race wheels without having to pay $2700+ for wheels they may only use a few times a year.

Race Day Wheels partners with Zipp®, a brand known for its high performance, quality components and innovative design and manufacturing. Offering 2014 ZIPP 404, 808 and Super-9 Disc Firecrest® Carbon Clincher options. Race Day Wheels provides ready-to-race wheels with tires. Rentals start from $150 USD and are available year-round for all cycling and triathlon events within the United States. Race Day Wheels makes renting easy by also offering shipping to your house, hotel and local bike shop!

Visit www.racedaywheels.com to learn more and book your wheels. Wheel rental includes: * 2014 ZIPP Firecrest® carbon clincher wheels. * Continental GP 4000s clincher tires or Schwalbe tires, tubes, skewers and carbon brake pads. * Your rental fee off the sale price if you decide to buy.* Free cassette and wheel swap at the events

Race Day Wheels is the Official wheel rental business of IRONMAN® U.S. Series . We will be at many of the IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 events for wheel pick up and return.

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TURN BY TURN DIRECTIONS• Right out of transition on to the waterway• Take till turnaround point• Left on trail adjacent to Grogans Mill• Left on Lake Woodlands Drive• Left into North Shore Park and follow trail• Left on Lake Woodlands Drive• Left on Panther Creek Drive• Left on Woodlands Parkway• Left on Lake Front Circle• Left on Left on Majesty Row

• Right on North Bay Place• Bear left toward the Waterway Path System• Turn right once on the Waterway Path System• Follow towards the end of the Waterway Path System• Right on Timberloch Place• Right on Woodloch Forest Drive• Left on Waterway Square Place• Left on the Waterway Path System

• Head towards The Woodlands Mall and back towards the transition area• To complete second and third loop continue on the Waterway Path System• Follow Path System till turn around point• Left on trail adjacent to Grogans Mill Road• After third loop, turn right on to Water Way Square Place to the finish line

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Run Course Rules and Instructions1. No form of locomotion other than running, walking or crawling is allowed.

2. Athletes must wear their IRONMAN issued bib number in front of them clearly visible at all times on the course. Bib numbers identify the official athletes in the race.

Folding, cutting the bib number, intentional alteration of any kind, or failure to wear race number is STRICTLY PROHIBITED and may result in disqualification.

3. NO INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT VEHICLES OR NON-PARTICIPANT ESCORT RUNNERS ARE ALLOWED.This is an individual endurance event. Teamwork as a result of outside assistance, which provides an advantage over single competitors, is not allowed. Individual support vehicles or non-participant escort runners will result in disqualification. A non-participant escort runner includes athletes who have withdrawn from the race, have been disqualified or have finished the race. Supporters of any type may NOT bike, drive, or run alongside the athlete, may not pass food or other items to athlete and should stay completely clear of all athletes to avoid the disqualification of the athlete. It is incumbent upon each athlete to immediately reject any attempt to assist, follow, or escort. It IS permissible for an athlete who is still competing to run with other athletes who are still competing.

4. Athletes are expected to follow the directions and instructions of all race officials and public authorities.

5. The sole responsibility of knowing and following the prescribed running course rests with each athlete. No adjustments in times or results shall be made for athletes who fail to follow the proper course for any reason whatsoever.

6. A shirt or racing top must be worn at all times.

7. The run course will officially close at midnight.

Finish Line PolicyFriends and/or family members are not permitted to cross the finish line or enter the finish chute with participating athletes. This policy will allow each competitor adequate time to celebrate their accomplishment without interfering with other finishers and ensure the safety of all participants, volunteers and fans. Athletes who choose not to respect the policy will receive an automatic disqualification (DQ).

Event Sanction and RulesUSA Triathlon (USAT) has sanctioned the 2014 Memorial Hermann IRONMAN Texas presented by Waste Management. Please visit usatriathlon.org for a complete set of the competitive rules. IRONMAN has been granted certain rule dispensations so please read the Head Referee’s letter carefully as the rules may differ slightly from other USAT-sanctioned events.

Athletes should be aware of the serious consequences of violating USAT Competitive Rule 3.5 - Unregistered Participants, which states:

a. Any person who participates in any portion of a sanctioned event without first properly registering and paying any required registration fee shall be suspended or barred from membership in USAT and barred from participation in any sanctioned event for a period of up to one year.

b. Any person who in any way assists another athlete to violate Section 3.5a by providing or selling a race number to that athlete shall be suspended or barred from membership in USA Triathlon and barred from participation in any sanctioned event for a period of up to one year.

Anyone who violates this rule may be banned for life from any WTC event. Violating this rule puts insurance coverage for the event at risk.

*NOTE: ANY VERBAL ABUSE OF MARSHALS, RACE OFFICIALS, IRONMAN STAFF OR VOLUNTEERS IS GROUNDS FOR IMMEDIATE DISQUALIFICATION.

RULES APPLYING TO ALL SEGMENTS OF RACEIt is the athlete’s responsibility to know all aspects of the swim, bike and run.

1. According to USAT rules, once an athlete competes as a Professional/Elite athlete anywhere in the world within the calendar year, the athlete cannot compete as an Amateur/Age Group athlete in a USAT-sanctioned event in that same calendar year. Failure to disclose correct status shall be cause for disqualifying the athlete from the event and may result in a one-year suspension from USAT-sanctioned events.

Once an athlete competes as a Professional/Elite in the IRONMAN qualifying race series season, the athlete cannot compete as an age group athlete in that year’s IRONMAN World Championship and/or IRONMAN World Championship 70.3 as an amateur.

2. Participants are expected to follow directions and instructions of all course marshals and public authorities.

3. Race officials shall have authority to disqualify any contestant.

4. Medical personnel shall have ULTIMATE and FINAL authority to remove a contestant from the race if the contestant is judged to be physically incapable of continuing the race without risk of serious injury or death. Medical transport of any contestant will result in disqualification.

5. Fraud, theft, abusive treatment of volunteers, staff or others and acts of poor sportsmanship are grounds for immediate disqualification and will result in contestant being suspended from competing in any IRONMAN or IRONMAN 70.3 event in the future.

6. No participant can use a Performance Enhancing drug or procedure. All doping processes and violations will be handled in strict accordance with IRONMAN Anti-Doping Rules. A list of rules and banned substances, also known as the WADA Prohibited List, is available at: http://www.ironman.com/triathlon/organizations/anti-doping/rules.aspx#axzz2yLhkYnVw

Participants may be requested to undergo drug testing before and after the event. If you are requested to do so, you hereby agree to abide by such testing procedures.

7. The Medical Control Rules set forth by USAT, in harmony with WTC Anti-Doping regulations and policies on banned substances, will be binding on all participants. In addition, other rules and regulations, even if not yet recognized by the WTC Anti-Doping, may be instituted, which if such occurs, you agree to abide by.

8. Should any participant have an Adverse Analytical Finding according to the WTC Anti-Doping code, all procedures with regards to handling of the sample, notification, testing of the B Sample, adjudication and suspensions will be in accordance with WTC rules.

9. If an athlete decides to withdraw from the race at any time, it is the responsibility of the contestant to report to the timing tent located at the finish line and turn in their bib number and MyLaps Pro Chip immediately. It is essential that race officials know where contestants are on the course at all times. Failure to comply after withdrawing from the race may result in contestant being prevented from competing in any WTC event in the future.

10. IRONMAN reserves the right to make rule changes at any time provided all athletes are notified in writing and/or at the pre-race athlete briefings meetings. Notification of any change will be in accordance with USAT procedures.

11. As a USAT-sanctioned race, the 2014 Memorial Hermann IRONMAN Texas presented by Waste Management will subscribe to USAT rules, including the disbursement of prizes. Specifically, Professional triathletes may not win Age Group awards and Age Group athletes are not eligible for prize money.

12. For additional information regarding training sites, safety procedures and general information questions regarding the race, please go to the Information Booth.

13. Communication devices of any type are strictly prohibited during competition. Use of such devices may result in disqualification.

14. IRONMAN does not allow the transfer of an athlete’s registration - no exceptions will be made to this rule. Any attempt to transfer registration will result in disqualification and suspension from future participation in any IRONMAN event.

RULES

http://www.usatriathlon.org

http://http://www.ironman.com/triathlon/organizations/anti-doping/rules.aspx#axzz2yLhkYnVw




PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED DIVISION RULES

SWiM BIKE RUNIRONMAN reserves the right to seed contestants at the swim start (i.e., early start, late start, designated wave, etc.).

Athletes may use a wetsuit during competition. Each athlete must obtain approval from IRONMAN prior to the race for all swimwear and accessories to be used during the swim.

Any change thereafter will be grounds for disqualification. The use of any flotation devices is prohibited unless otherwise approved by IRONMAN.

Cycling conduct and specifications are consistent with USAT rules.

Handcycles are allowed at Memorial Hermann IRONMAN Texas presented by Waste Management. Race officials reserve the right to reject any bike/handcycle not meeting safety standards.

Equipment must otherwise conform to all other general rules for bicycles/handcycles as it pertains to the IRONMAN competition, including no add-on device(s) that may reduce wind resistance or enhance aerodynamics of the bicycle/handcycle, regardless of any secondary benefit.

Participant is required to maintain control of his/her bicycle/handcycle and to operate at a reasonable speed so as not to threaten the safety and well-being of aid station volunteers, other competitors, race officials and spectators. Operation of a bicycle/handcycle in a dangerous or reckless manner will be grounds for disqualification. A CPSC-approved helmet is required during the entire handcycle (bike) segment including in and out of the transition area. Any athlete riding without an approved helmet or chinstrap fastened will be disqualified.

Running conduct and specifications are consistent with USAT rules.

Athletes are required to comply with the same equipment safety inspection for the run portion of the event as is required for the bicycle/handcycle portion. Standard racing chairs shall be used.

A CPSC-approved helmet is required during the entire wheelchair (run) segment including in and out of the transition area. Any athlete riding without their chinstrap fastened will be disqualified.


The athlete excess medical coverage protects each participant for the day of the event at USAT-sanctioned races, camps and clinics. When athletes purchase a USAT annual license or one-day permit, a portion of those fees cover the cost to provide them with excess medical insurance. This coverage only extends to their participation in a USA Triath-lon sanctioned event and is only available after the injured party has filed with any primary insurance policies. A deductible does apply for this excess coverage.

If an athlete is injured while participating in a USA Triathlon sanctioned event the following steps must be followed:

• Athletes must file with their primary health-care provider (i.e. UnitedHealthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, traveler’s insurance, etc.).

• Athlete completes a medical claim form.

• For serious incidents or for athletes request-ing coverage, the Race Director can provide them with a medical claim form. The medical claim form, along with all explanation of benefit documents, should be sent directly from the athlete to the insurance company as indicated on the claim form.

Please email [email protected] for a copy of the form.

• Athletes will pay a deductible. All claimants will pay anywhere from $250 USD (two-hundred and fifty U.S. dollars) to $1,000 USD (one thousand U.S. dollars) out of pocket and possibly more for uncovered expenses.

Be advised that coverage may not apply to each and every claim. Additionally, cover-age only extends to participants that have purchased a USA Triathlon annual license or one-day permit and were injured through par-ticipation in a USA Triathlon sanctioned event. Please email questions to [email protected].

All medical expenses incurred are the sole responsibility of the athlete and not WTC. USAT provides secondary coverage in quali-fied circumstances. Failure to meet financial responsibility to local medical facilities will result in suspension of future participation at WTC events until accounts are settled.

Particular dangers include dehydration, hy-ponatremia, sunburn, exhaustion and injuries sustained from accidents. Please ask for med-ical help if you have the slightest hint you may need it. You will not be penalized for receiving a medical evaluation. You will be withdrawn from the race only if you require transporta-tion, IV fluids or if medical personnel feel your continued participation could result in serious harm or death.

During events of extreme endurance, the body’s pain threshold is raised, and you may be in more trouble than you realize. The medi-cal personnel will do all they can to keep you in the race and assure a safe finish. Also, please be attentive when taking water and sponges from volunteers when you’re on your bike to avoid the possibility of accident or injury to yourself or another.

Please trim your fingernails and toenails prior to the start of the race to avoid injury to other athletes. Be especially careful to rinse your goggles of any excess defogger solutions to avoid eye irritation.

If you spend three months prior to the event in a climate different than The Woodlands, we suggest you consider an acclimation period before the race. The chance of dehydration and electrolyte imbalance can be reduced significantly by a proper period of acclimation.

Stay with your familiar and proven routine regarding training, nutrition and equip-ment, especially just prior to the race. This also applies to pre-race dietary intake and medications. It is recommended you avoid an extreme elimination diet. Adequate salt intake during training and during the event is especially important.

If you are taking any medications, or have any medical problem that may influence your performance or your treatment in the event of an injury, advise us of all necessary details well in advance of race day.

At Athlete Check-In, you are required to notify the medical team, in writing, if there is any change in your medical status/condition after your application has been processed. Failure to do so will result in suspension of participa-tion in future WTC events.

You are solely responsible for avoiding medications that appear on the list of banned substances as determined from WADA.

Feedback from previous IRONMAN contes-tants indicates we can never over emphasize the importance of hydrating prior to and during the event. IRONMAN’s Chief Physi-cian recommends you begin hydrating heavily several days before the race and drink enough water so your urine is clear, colorless and copious by race day.

PLEASE NOTEFull disclosure of medical condition(s), general health and surgical procedures within the previous 12 months is required. Medical con-sultation/clearance may be necessary from an attending physician prior to participating in the event.

In all cases, the final decision of medical con-sideration is at the discretion of the IRONMAN Medical Director.

USAT ATHLETE EXCESS MEDICAL POLICY




There will be 50 qualifying Age Group slots to the 2014 IRONMAN World Championship presented by GoPro (October 11, 2014) on offer at the 2014 Memorial Hermann IRONMAN Texas presented by Waste Management.

Note: Slot Allocation and Rolldown will be completed together in the same ceremony for all IRONMAN events.The calculation to determine the number of slots per age-group has not changed, we simply combined Rolldown and Slot Allocation into one ceremony.

NEW SLOT ALLOCATION/ROLLDOWN POLICYAthletes MUST claim their slot in-person during the IRONMAN World Championship presented by GoPro Slot Allocation and Rolldown Ceremony on Sunday, May 18 at 1:45 p.m., immediately following the Awards and Volunteer Appreciation Banquet. We recommend being at least 15 minutes early.

Prior to race day, at least one slot shall be tentatively allocated to each Age Group category (both male and female).Final Slot Allocation will be determined on race day based on the number of official starters in each Age Group.

If there are no starters in a particular Age Group, then that slot will be moved to the next calculated Age Group within the gender. Final Slot Allocation shall be representative of the actual number of Age Group starters in each category in the race.

Slot Allocation and Rolldown will be completed together in the same ceremony for all IRONMAN events. Please check the schedule of events for time and location. Anyone who wishes to claim a Rolldown slot must attend the IRONMAN World Championship Slot Allocation and Rolldown Ceremony and claim their slot in person. If an automatic qualifier in an Age Group chooses not to take the slot, does not attend the IRONMAN World Championship Slot Allocation and Rolldown Ceremony, or has already qualified, the next eligible finisher in that Age Group may claim the slot that has rolled down.

If there are no more eligible finishers in a particular Age Group or no other finishers in attendance at the IRONMAN World Championship Slot Allocation and Rolldown Ceremony in that Age Group, that unclaimed slot will be reallocated to another Age Group within the gender based on the athletes-to-slots ratio.The Age Group within the gender with the largest athletes-to-slots ratio will receive the first reallocated slot, followed by the next largest ratio receiving the second re-allocated slot (if applicable), and so on.

ANTI-DOPING POLICYIn accordance with the World Triathlon Corporation Anti-Doping Policy, all athletes accepting qualifying slots for the 2014 IRONMAN World Championship and 2014 IRONMAN World Championship 70.3 will be required to sign, as a condition of entry, a Release and Indemnification waiver, by which they agree to be placed into the WTC Registered Testing Pool for both in and out of competition testing, and voluntarily consent to be governed by the published rule http://www.ironman.com/triathlon/organizations/anti-doping.aspx#axzz2wtXCyeEy.

QUALIFYING FOR THE 2014 IRONMAN WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP

PLEASE NOTE THE NEW SLOT ALLOCATION/ROLLDOWN POLICY


2014 Memorial Hermann IRONMAN Texas presented by Waste Management AthletesAll 2014 Memorial Hermann IRONMAN Texas presented by Waste Management registered athletes will have the opportunity to register on-site for the 2015 Memorial Hermann IRONMAN Texas presented by Waste Management event (Saturday, May 16, 2015) on Wednesday, May 14 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Thursday, May 15 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Waterway Parking Lot, adjacent to Athlete Check-In. Athletes MUST have their 2014 event wristband on in order to register and may only register him or herself. Please be prepared to pay the $675.00 USD entry fee plus convenience fee with credit card only; cash or checks will NOT be accepted. Your credit card will be charged immediately on-site when registering for the 2015 Memorial Hermann IRONMAN Texas presented by Waste Management.

ON-SITE OPEN REGISTRATIONAll remaining slots for 2015 Memorial Hermann IRONMAN Texas presented by Waste Management (Saturday, May 16, 2015) will open for registration on a first-come, first-served basis on Sunday, May 18 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Waterway Parking Lot. All 2014 Memorial Hermann IRONMAN Texas presented by Waste Management volunteers will have priority over the general public. All on-site registrants may only register him or herself. All volunteers must wear their 2014 volunteer t-shirt and wristband (if provided). Please be prepared to pay the $675.00 USD entry fee plus convenience fee with credit card only; cash or checks will NOT be accepted. Your credit card will be charged immediately on-site when registering for the 2015 Memorial Hermann IRONMAN Texas presented by Waste Management.

ONLINE REGISTRATIONOnline registration for the 2014 Memorial Hermann IRONMAN Texas presented by Waste Management (Saturday, May 16, 2015) will open on Sunday, May 18 at 12 p.m. local time (CST). Please log on to WWW.IRONMANTEXAS.COM to register. Once general entry reaches capacity, a limited number of IRONMAN Foundation slots ($1350.00 USD) will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

2015 WITHDRAW/REFUND POLICYWithdrawal requests must be received in writing via e-mail to [email protected]. Without exception, all requests must be received on or before April 1, 2015 to be eligible for a partial refund of $150.00 (USD). Transfers or deferments are NOT permitted. ** Withdrawal policy also applies to IRONMAN Foundation slots.

2015 MEMORIAL HERMANN IRONMAN TEXAS PRESENTED BY WASTE MANAGEMENT REGISTRATION




IRONMAN TRICLUB PROGRAMPartner Clubs Racing (not pictured)Alaska Triathlon ClubAlien EnduranceAtlanta Triathlon ClubAtlas EnduranceAzTriClubBlack Dog TriBoca Raton TriathletesBuffalo Triathlon ClubCentral Florida Tri ClubCentral Ohio Triathlon TeamChicago Endurance SportsCyclonaut MultisportDC Triathlon ClubDFW Tri ClubDynamo Multisporte2E2Mulisport Eleonore Rocks Triathlon TeamEmirates Triathlon ClubEndurance Concepts (TeamEC)Endure It!Erie Tri ClubEventHorizon endurance sportFayetteville Area Tri-WarriorsFilipino-American Triathlon ClubFirst Wave Triathlon ClubFishhawk Triathlon ClubFit LivinFit2Train Forward Motion Race ClubGold Coast Triathlon ClubGuate Tri Club - IRONGUATEHammerHead Triathlon ClubheAtInfinite Multisport Triathlon ClubInland Inferno Tri ClubInside Out Sports Triathlon Club, LLCIronheart Racing TeamIRON ISLA PUERTO RICO Kain Performance LLCKennebunk Beach Triathlon ClubKeystone Multisport ClubL3 EnduranceLA Tri ClubLakeland LandsharksLas Vegas Triathlon ClubLife Time Fitness Triathlon TeamMemphis Thunder RacingMidcoast Triathlon ClubMidTN MultisportMoxie Multisport powered by Wattie InkMTC Racing TeamMultisport MadnessMuncie Area Fun SquadNacogdoches Endurance TrainingNo Boundaries MultisportNW YMCA Tri ClubONE MultisportOrange County Triathlon ClubPeachtree Tri ClubPhiladelphia Triathlon ClubPittsburgh Triathlon ClubPlaytri ClubracelabRacers Against Childhood Cancer (RACC)Raise the Bar LLCRichmond Tri ClubRocky Mountain Tri ClubSacramento Triathlon ClubSalt Lake Tri ClubSilicon Valley Triathlon ClubSnapple Tri Club

Austin T3 – Division IIwww.austint3.com Austin, TX

Bay Area Multisport (BAM!) – Division IIIwww.bayareamultisport.comLeague City, TX

Bay State Triathlon Team – Division IIhttp://www.baystatetriteam.comMarshfield, MA

Bicycle Sport Shop Triathlon Club – Division IIwww.bicyclesportshop.comAustin, TX

Bike Barn Tri Club - Division IIIwww.bikebarntriclub.comHouston, TX

Britton’s Tri Force – Division VSan Antonio, TX

CHUnky- Division Vhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/104235283063080/Sugar Land, TX

Cypress Triathlon Club – Division IIIwww.cytri.comCypress, TX

East Texas Triathletes – Division IVhttp://www.ettriathletes.com/Tyler, TX

Endurance Nation – Division IMonrovia, CA

Evenlabs – Division IIIwww.even.mxSan Pedro, Mexico

FCA Endurance – Division Iwww.fcaendurance.orgSioux Falls, SD

South Florida TriathletesSouth Shore Tri CoachSouthern Utah Triathlon ClubSparta TriSt. Pete Mad Dogs Triathlon ClubStrong & FocusedSwim Bike RunTri ClubTeam CHS CyclingTeam FeXYTeam Tri FasterTeam ZTeam ZootThe Fitness PursuitTicking Tri BombsTN MultisportsToronto Triathlon ClubTri LunaticsTriAmigos Triathlon Club of Reno-TahoeTRIATHLON CLUB OF SAN DIEGOTriathlon ConnectionTriCoachGeorgiaTriKatsTriScottsdaleTriShark ClubTri-Shark Triathlon ClubTriTacticsTriVaultTwinforks Multisport ClubUtah Triathlon ClubVision Quest CoachingVolt MultisportWillamette Valley Triathlon Club

www.austint3.com

www.bayareamultisport.com

http://www.baystatetriteam.com

www.bicyclesportshop.com

www.bikebarntriclub.com

https://www.facebook.com/groups/104235283063080

https://www.facebook.com/groups/104235283063080

www.cytri.com

http://www.ettriathletes.com

www.even.mx

www.fcaendurance.org


IRONMAN TRICLUB PROGRAM: TriClubs create community in a sport that is focused on the individual. Here is a look at some of the clubs stepping up to the start line at 2014 Memorial Hermann IRONMAN Texas presented by Waste Management. For more information regarding the IRONMAN TRICLUB PROGRAM e-mail [email protected]..

Flat Out Tri Club – Division Vwww.facebook.com/FlatOutTriRansom Canyon, TX

FW Tri Club-Friends Who Tri – Division IVwww.fwtriclub.com Fort Worth, TX

Houston Racing Triathlon Club – Division Iwww.houstonracing.com Houston, TX

IronTex – Division IIIhttp://www.facebook.com/groups/143193692426756/San Juan, PR

Lake Charles Triathletes – Division IVhttp://lakecharlestriathlete.netLake Charles, LA

M.A.D Multisport – Division VFlushing, NY

Moxie Multisport powered by Wattie Ink – Division Ivwww.moxiemultisportatx.com Cedar Park, TX

North Texas Multisport – Division IIwww.northtexasmultisport.com McKinney, TX

Onurleft Sports – Division IVwww.onurleft.com Richmond, TX

OutRival Racing – Division IIIwww.outrivalracing.comWoodlands, TX

Sandspurs Triathlon Club- Division Vwww.sandspurstriclub.comAberdeen, NC

Strike Force Racing – Division Vwww.strikeforceracing.comThe Woodlands, TX

Team Red, White and Blue- Division Ihttp://www.facebook.com/TeamRWBTriathlonChesterfield, VA

TEAM TRIMAC – Division IVwww.teamtrimac.comHouston, TX

Tri Life Racing – Division Vwww.TriLifeRacing.comGarland, TX

Triple Threat Tough – Division IIIwww.triplethreattough.com Carrollton, TX

Waco Triathlon Club- Division IIIwww.wacotriclub.orgHewitt, TX

Team I Am IM- Division VSugar Land, TX

www.facebook.com/FlatOutTri

www.fwtriclub.com

www.houstonracing.com

http://www.facebook.com/groups/143193692426756

http://www.facebook.com/groups/143193692426756

http://lakecharlestriathlete.net

www.moxiemultisportatx.com

www.northtexasmultisport.com

www.onurleft.com

www.outrivalracing.com

www.sandspurstriclub.com

www.strikeforceracing.com

http://www.facebook.com/TeamRWBTriathlon

www.teamtrimac.com

www.TriLifeRacing.com

www.triplethreattough.com

www.wacotriclub.org

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