RULES & INFO

The Lomond Triathlon is a Western Cape Triathlon (under TSA) sanctioned event - World Triathlon Rules and Regulations will apply.

General Rules:

No music devices/earphones
No course cutting
No littering - 5 minute penalty for littering on course. Please make use of the Litter Zone at the aid stations.
No outside assistance. Athletes may help each other.
Unsportsmanlike behaviour, foul riding and running or the use of profane or abusive language may lead to disqualification
Athletes who do not finish the event, at the time of pulling out, must please report it to any Technical Official.

Swim:

Swimsuit & provided swim cap must be worn.
Goggles are optional.
Wetsuit is optional, depending on water temperature, see Rules.

Bike:

Mountain bike with race number displayed on handlebars is required.
Helmet and shoes are compulsory.
Clothing covering bottom and torso is compulsory.
Bike needs to be in good working order.
Bikes may only be removed when all athletes are off the course.

Run:

Race number must be worn on the front.
Clothing covering bottom and torso is compulsory.

Transition:

Helmet on and buckled before taking your bike.
Remove helmet only once bike has been racked after cycling leg.
Riding your bike within the Transition Area is prohibited. You may only begin cycling once you have passed the mount line outside the Transition Area
Familiarise yourself with the mount and dismount lines.
Only participants allowed in transition.
Bikes must be returned to the same location on the bike rack during the transition to the run
Bikes must be securely racked and may not be left on the ground before heading onto the run
Personal seconding or assistance in the Transition Area is prohibited