No GoPro type devices, MP3 players or similar devices to be worn at any time in Transition or during the competition 3 Do not use a mobile phone or device in Transition or during the competition.
Transition
Competitors and officials only.
Place only race kit at your racking point and move all other to alongside the fence.
Swim
Walk on poolside, no running.
Sit and slide pool entry.
There are three steps between swim exit and Transition.
Bike
Competitors must comply with Highway Code and Road Regulations. Marshals
will not direct any traffic.
The road is bendy, undulating, with potholes and grates in the carriageway and slippery sections.
Keep alert and cycle on the left at all times.
Do not take corners wide.
Overtake only when you are sure the road ahead is clear and it is safe to do so.
Keep 10m separation from the competitor in front unless overtaking.
When being overtaken allow the other to pass and establish a 10m gap.
No riding side by side.
There are two right turns across traffic one at the turn-round and the second returning to T2.
Give way to oncoming traffic.
There are bridges at Heathfield and Ramsgill with limited sight lines so keep left on the outward
and return legs. They will be marshaled and signed.
There is a section of particularly narrow and twisty road approaching and returning
from Lofthouse where caution is required. It will be signed.
Returning competitors are required to give way to outgoing competitors close to transition.
Run
There are two road crossings; Give way to traffic.
Variable run surfaces: Pavement, hardcore and grass with drop-offs.
Keep left except for a section in Pateley Bridge as directed by marshals.
Give way to pedestrians and dog walkers, run on grass if necessary.