Howdy Sweaty TX Man Triathletes and Horse Rustlers!

Welcome to “Triathlon City, TX,” home of the Texas Man Triathlon!

Hoping you have a GREAT day! The swim is flat! Bike ride, well, it’s “testy!” The run offers plenty of shade and wild animal viewing opportunities! In 2018, photos of panda’s, tigers, lizards, tics, and Crampasorises showed up on social media following the event!

If you have a nice time, please tell you friends! If you have a rotten time, call Dan Jones, 1-800-whereisturnaround?

Love, Tom Ryan, Class of 1977, Voted the 11,256,001 Most Handsome Man in TX, Suspended 68 Days in High School, Stylish to a Fault, Eye Candy (duh) and Useless Figure Head (confirmed)

Dan Jones Tom Ryan

Executive Race Director President Dallas Athletes

Packet Pick Up Information

Wednesday, May 1st 4:00pm-7:00pmRichardson Bike Mart9040 Garland RdDallas, TX 75218214-321-0705

Thursday, May 2nd, 4:00pm-7:00pmYour CBD255C S. Main St., Keller, TX 76248817-690-6819

Saturday, May 4th, 12:00pm-4:00pmTri Shop6101 Windhaven Pkwy #100, Plano, TX 75093(972) 378-5476

Remember to bring a valid photo id. If you are registering for the event, register online first then go to any scheduled packet pick up above to receive your packet.If you do not have a USAT card, a one day membership will be available for $15 while you register online.You must pick up your own packet. NO EXCEPTIONSFriends and family members may not pick up packets unless athlete is a minor.No race day distance changes permitted.No race transfers or deferrals.Residents of Fort Worth with valid photo ID may pick up race morning outside of transition.

Race Day Location & Schedule

The TEXASMAN Triathlon is located at Lake Ray Roberts Johnson Branch State Park FM 3002- Exit 483Valley View, Texas 76272(7 miles East of Interstate 35)

Park officials will assist you in parking. Please follow the directions from the park rangers. VERY IMPORTANT – you will receive a race coupon with your packet and you will need to hand the gate attendant at the park this coupon for free admission. All non-athlete adults will need to pay the standard $7 for the Texas State Parks fee unless you have a yearly permit. Kids under 12 are Free!!

How cold is Ray Roberts Lake? Ray Roberts Lake Water Temperature

5:45 a.m. – Transition Area Opens6:45 a.m. – Transition Closes7:00 a.m. – Race Start Time9:00am Sprint Awards10:00 a.m. Olympic Awards11:00am X-50 Awards 1:30pm – Course Officially Closes

The awards will be three deep per age group and Athena and Clydesdale (39 and under, 40+). Individual awards for overall male, overall female, overall masters female & male and overall grand masters female and male.The break down of age group awards are as follows:14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65 -69, and 70 & overMasters:Male – 40-59Female – 40-54Grand Masters:Male – 60 and overFemale – 55 and overOverall Finisher Awards and Age Group Awards are based onchip time.

Awards

BODY MARKINGMake your race morning complete without waiting in line for body marking and do this BEFORE you enter the transition line!

You will need:Your assigned race bib number.

A wide tip BLACK ink Sharpie marker.

A family, friend or stranger to mark you!

Clearly mark your race number with the wide tip black ink marker on the side of your left upper arm:

and the side of your left calf:

Do not mark the back of your calf, the race number needs to be visible on the side of your arm calf for the officials.

• Make sure you have your numbers marked CLEARLY and that they are LEGIBLE.

• Each race number must be at least 2 inches talland visible.

• Mark your age and your astrological sign on either back calf. Please note, this is NOT REQUIRED.

Post-race, remove body marking with sunscreen or soap and water with a bit of scrubbing….or leave your number on all week for bragging rights.

TIMING TAG APPLICATION

Swim WavesOur open water/lake swim events the race will be started in a series of wave starts. The race will start with the Sprint distance, then the X-50 distance and finally the Olympic distance. Each of the distances will have a series of category waves by swim cap color. For safety you must wear your colored swim cap. Please make sure to start in your assigned wave or you could be disqualified. The layout of the swim course can be seen on the next page. Below is the order of the swim waves/starts with the first one starting approximately at 7:00am.

Sprint Swim Waves

Wave 1 – Male (39 & Under) Purple Swim Cap

Wave 2 – Male (40 & Over) Powdered Blue Swim Cap

Wave 3 – Female (All Females) and Relay Neon Green Swim Cap

X-50 Swim WavesWave 4 – Male (39 & Under) Grey Swim Cap

Wave 5 – Male (40 & Over) Dark Orange Swim Cap

Wave 6 – Female (All Females) and All Relays & Aqua bike Dark Green Swim Cap

Olympic Swim Waves

Wave 7– Male (39 & Under) Red Swim Cap

Wave 8 – Male (40 & Over) Neon Orange Swim Cap

Wave 9 – Female (All Females) and Relay BRIGHT YELLOW swim cap

CHECK OUT THE GOODIES TEXASMANTRIATHLETES RECEIVE!

• Commemorative TEXASMAN Cycling Jersey• Custom TEXASMAN WORLD FAMOUS Socks• Finishers will receive a TEXASMAN Finisher’s Medal • Aid stations on both the bike and run courses providing water

and UCAN electrolyte replacement.• Complimentary post race grub.

(Non participants are welcome to enjoy post race grub with a $5.00 donation per person)

THANK YOU to our Official Race Sponsors

We are proud to be the official 2019 photography provider for the TEXASMAN Triathlon!

Your Images will be ready shortly after the event.

Visit yoursportingimage.com to see all your race photos and memories.

Know Your Race Courses• It is the responsibility of each competitor to know their course.• The bike course is open to traffic but will have local police present to

direct traffic. The roads have a large shoulder to ride.• On the bike, remember to pass only on the left and ride to the far right of

the lane line.• Do not follow the bike in front of you and pay attention to the course

signs as they could be doing another distance.• You may not remove your bike from transition until race officials

determine it is safe for vehicles to leave the park.• The run course is on park trails and roads and is mostly under the canopy

of trees. Please make sure to keep hydrated and run on the left side of the trail.

• Dallas Athletes Racing will take every precaution to ensure the course is marked and turn marshals are present.

• Race Numbers will be provided in your packet, a bike number to be attached with self adhesive closure and is to be placed on the top tube of

the bike and a running bib to be worn during your run on the front. If you

transport your bike on a bike rack to the park DO NOT attach your bike number to your bike before you leave for the race! The wind will blow the label away and you will need to have a new number issued prior to entering transition!

Race Day Weather

• The race will be held rain or shine. Be prepared for all weather conditions. Please note Race officials may cancel, delay or change the race to a non-scored event in case of extreme weather or other conditions that may affect the safety and health of the participants. In the event of cancellation, no refunds will be issued.

Restrooms

• Port-o-lets will be available near the transition area. There is an indoor restrooms facility and locker rooms also near transition.

Official Results

• Results will be posted at RunSignUp Texasman Results

Swim:

Anti-Fog Solution

Body Glide

Swim Cap (from packet pick up)

Ear Plugs

Goggles

Wet Suit

Run:

Running Shoes

Race Belt, Pins and Number

Running Cap

Socks

Race Shirt

Bike:

Bike

Water Bottle

Cycling Shoes

Helmet

Bike Tool Kit

Sunglasses

Pump

General:

Transition Gear

Flashlight for early morning

Race Watch

Sunscreen

Transition Towel

Energy Bars/Gels

Extra Socks

Race Tips:

If you transport your bike outside your vehicle, apply the

bike bib number AFTER you arrive to the park.

Bring dry clothes for post race, showers are available.

Open the tops on water bottles before you leave transition.

Remember to reset your bike computer before swim.

Fully charge GPS watch.

Deflate tires of fellow age group contenders (kidding).

Please remember entry coupon to the park.

Race Hard, Race Safe, but most of all have

Race Day Checklist

FUN!!

TRANSITION

SWIM

COURSE

Sprint

Bike and Run Courses

Olympic

Bike and Run Courses

X-50

Bike and Run Courses

All Dallas Athletes Racing Triathlon Events

are USAT Certified and Sponsored Races

1. Bar End Plugs: All bar ends must be solidly plugged. Bikes with missing bar end plugs will NOT be allowed on the course.

2. Helmets: Only helmets approved by the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) may be used in USAT sanctioned events. Helmets must be worn with the chin strap fastened at all times while on your bike. Including before, during, and after the event. Your helmet must be undamaged and unaltered.

Penalty: Disqualification

3. Chin Straps: Your chin strap must be buckled before mounting your bike and not unbuckled until you are completely dismounted. Penalty: Disqualification

4. Outside Assistance: No assistance other than that offered by race personnel, medical staff or a fellow participant may be accepted. Triathlons and duathlons are individual tests of fitness. Penalty: Variable time penalty

5. Transition Area: All equipment must be placed in the transition area in your designated position. Bike racks are marked with a number range. Use your race number to determine the proper rack. Penalty: Variable time penalty

6. Placement of Equipment: All of your equipment is placed on the side where your bike wheel touches the ground. Extra equipment and packs are not allowed in common areas. Rerack your bicycle in the same place when returning to transition. Do not interfere with another participant’s equipment or impede the progress of another participant. Penalty: Variable time penalty

7. Drafting: Drafting--keep at least three bike lengths of clear space between you and the cyclist in front. Zone is (7) meters long and two (2) meters wide surrounding each bicycle. If you move into the zone, you must pass within 15 seconds. Penalty: Variable time penalty

8. Position: keep to the right hand side of the lane of travel unless passing. Penalty: Variable time penalty

9. Blocking: riding on the left side of the lane without passing anyone and interfering with other cyclists attempting to pass. Penalty: Variable time penalty10. Overtaken: Once passed, you must immediately exit the draft zone from the rear, before attempting to pass again. Penalty: Variable time penalty

USAT most common violated rules…….

USAT most common violated rules cont…..

11. Entire Course: All competitors are required to follow the prescribed course and to stay within coned lanes. Cutting the course is an obvious violation and going outside the course is a safety issue. Cyclists must obey all applicable traffic laws at all times.Penalty: Referee's discretion

12. Unsportsmanlike-Like Conduct: Foul, harsh, argumentative or abusive language or other unsportsmanlike conduct directed at race officials, USA Triathlon officials, volunteers, spectators or fellow athletes is forbidden.Penalty: Disqualification

13. Audio Devices: All personal audio devices including but not limited to Headphones, headsets, cell phones, iPods etc. are not to be used or visible at any time during the race. An athlete must be off the course and not make any forward movement if talking on a cell phone or taking a picture. Penalty: Variable time penalty

14. Race numbers: All athletes must plainly display their race numbers at all times during the event. Run numbers must face the front and be clearly visible. Bike numbers may not be altered in any way. DO NOT transfer your number to any other athlete.Penalty: Variable time penalty for missing or altered number, Disqualification for a nonregistered participant.

15. Pool Swims: Participants will line up numerically by race number. Pool entry is feet first – NO DIVING. Participants can move back in the line, but may not move forward. Penalty: Variable time penalty

16. Open Water Swims: Participants must start with their designated wave. If a swim cap is issued it must be worn. Penalty: Disqualification

17. Wetsuits: Each age group participant shall be permitted to wear a wetsuit in any event sanctioned by USA Triathlon up to and including a water temperature of 78 degrees Fahrenheit. When the water temperature is greater than 78 degrees but less than 84 degrees Fahrenheit, age group participants may wear a wetsuitbut will not be eligible for prizes or awards. Above 84 degrees, wetsuits are prohibited.

18. Abandonment: All personal equipment and belongings taken out onto the course must stay on the athlete the entire time. No garbage, clothing, etc. shall be thrown on the course. Penalty: Variable time penalty

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