FAQ
Where do the proceeds go?
All net proceeds will go to the Elena Loaring Memorial Fund for Breast Cancer Research through the University of Windsor. The Provincial Government will double all donations received.
What time does the event take place?
The Beginner Triathlon starts at 2:00pm.
The Double Triathlon starts at 3:30pm.
What are the distances?
The Beginner Triathlon consists of a 375m swim, a 11k bike, and a 2.6k run.
The Double Triathlon will do the Beginner course twice in a row. Therefore, after the first 2.6k run, double participants will immediately head back into the lake and complete the swim, bike, and run course, one more time.
Where does the triathlon take place?
The Loaring Triathlon takes place at our family cottage property at 881 County Rd. 50 East, Essex, Ontario, N0R 1G0. Visit our Directions link.
What is the anticipated water temperature?
Expect the water temperature to be between 22 degrees Celsius and 25 degrees Celcius.
Will wetsuits be allowed?
Wetsuits are permitted and optional for all Beginner participants.
Wesuits will be optional for all Double participants provided the water temperature is below 22.0 degrees Celcius. An official ruling will be made one hour prior to the start of the race. We anticipate a no-wetsuit swim for Double participants.
Should I stay for the post-race party?
What a silly question. All participants should partake in the Koolini Pasta Dinner.
Is the bike course closed to traffic?
No, the bike course will be open to traffic. Therefore, please stay to the right side of the road, moving slightly over only to pass cyclists. Volunteers and police will be on hand to relieve any traffic conjestion, but please be aware that there will be vehicle traffic during the event.
What does drafting mean and is it allowed?
Drafting involves situating yourself directly behind or directly beside another competitor in an effort to reduce wind or water resistence. Drafting is legal for the swim and run portions of a triathlon, but illegal during the biking portion. Cyclists must stay ouside of the drafting zone at all times, except when passing another cyclist. The drafting zone is 7m long. A passing cyclist has 15 seconds to get out of the drafting zone. Therefore, please remain at least 7m behind another cyclist at all times unless when quickly passing. Drafting will be strictly monitored during the cycling portion. If you are caught drafting by an official, you will be asked to stop and dismount both feet from your bike and serve a one minute penalty. If you are caught drafting a second time, you will be disqualified.
Do I need an Ansi/Snell helmet?
Virtually all bicycle helmets purchased in the last ten years are Ansi/Snell approved. You will be required to race with an Ansi/Snell approved bicycle helmet.
When must a I wear a helmet?
Competitors must wear a bicycle helmet at all times when biking and running with a bike. Participants must warm-up and warm-down wearing a helmet. Helmets must have the chin-strap securely fastened at all times. Helmets must be put on with the chinstap completely fastened before taking the bike off of the transition rack. When completing the bicycle portion, the helmet must reamin on the head with the chinstrap securely fastened until the bike is properly mounted back on the transition rack. Helmet infractions with be stricly monitored and will result in automatic disqualification if the rules are not adhered to. Athletes warming up prior to the event without wearing helmets may be prevented from starting the race. Under no circumstances will hockey helmets, rollerblade helmets, or anything other than a proper bicycle helmet be allowed for use.
What time should I arrive at?
We strongly advise arriving at least 90 minutes prior to the start of your event. Beginner participants are encouraged to arrive by 12:00pm and Double participants by 1:30pm.
Is there a water station on the run?
There will be a water station at the 800m and 2k sections of the run. Volunteers will hand you water in a cup.
How shallow is the water?
The average depth is approximately 4 to 5 feet deep. Participants will likely be able to touch the bottom at all sections of the course. We make every effort to make the swim course as safe and beginner-friendly as possible. Water levels could change drastically prior to the event, but have been quite shallow for all prior Loaring Triathlons. In fact, many competitors have chosen to walk the entire swim portion of the event. However, we strongly advise being able to swim the full course without being able to touch the bottom. In the event that Lake Erie decides to be very wavy on race morning, a decison will be made to shorten the swim, or possibly cancel the swim portion and replace it with a run portion.
Is there a relay division?
There will not be a relay division at the 2008 Loaring Triathlon. A relay division may be implemented for future Loaring Triathlons, but it is yet to be determined.
Why isn't there a Duathlon event?
Part of our mission is to encourage people to complete there first triathlon. That is why we offer a beginner-friendly swim course. We do not anticiatpate ever having a Duathlon division.
Can my child compete? What is the mimimum age?
Participants must be at least 14 years old as of December 31st, 2008 to compete.
When will results be posted?
Results will be posted at Chip Time Results within a few hours after the Awards Ceremony. Results will also be posted on the Loaring Triathlon website by the next evening.
Will there be any food for vegetarians?
Koolini's Italian Eatery will be offering pasta and salad.
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