| General |
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All competitors must
be aged 16 or over on the day of the race. |
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All competitors enter as a team
of 2. |
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All competitors should give an estimated finishing time on the entry form. To see last year's times click here |
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The event will be run under STA/BTA
rules. |
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All competitors will be given
their race number at registration – this will
be on showerproof paper and pinned on front. |
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Team prizes will be given to the winning Male, Female, Mixed, Local and Junior (under 21) teams |
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| Transition area,
Registration and Toilets |
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These will be close to the Car
Park at Loch Morlich Watersports where there will
be parking and toilet facilities. |
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Registration will be from 8.00-9.30 in a gazebo situated close to Loch Morlich Watersports. The first Heat begins at 10am. |
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There will be a briefing 30 minutes
before the race starts. Please listen carefully
to this, particularly to safety information and
any specific changes that have to be made on the
day. |
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| Canoe Section |
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All competitors are to compete
in Canadian Canoes only. We are stipulating this
to avoid some competitors with a super fast kayak
having an unfair advantage. |
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You can use your own Canadian
Canoe OR use one supplied by us – please make
this clear on the entry form. |
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Competitors using a Canadian
Canoe supplied by Cairngorm Adventure Triathlon
will also be provided with buoyancy aids and paddles. |
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Competitors using their own Canadian
Canoe must supply their own buoyancy aids and paddles |
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You do not have to be a particularly
experienced canoeist, however in the unlikely event
that you fall in the loch, we insist that you are
able to swim 50 meters. |
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In the unlikely event that conditions
on the loch are too choppy/windy for the canoe section
to take place with a reasonable degree of safety,
the canoe section will be cancelled and the event
will become a Duathlon. The final decision on safety
matters rests with Cairngorm Adventure Triathlon
and Loch Morlich Watersports. |
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| Bike Section |
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All competitors must supply their
own mountain bike. |
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There will be a designated, supervised
area for bikes to be left during the event. |
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It is YOUR responsibility to
ensure that your bike is in safe working order. |
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All competitors should carry
small multi tool, puncture repair kit or spare inner
tube. |
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All competitors must wear a recognised
bike helmet. |
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The bike section is not technically
difficult, however there is one fairly fast, bumpy
downhill section – expect loose stones, water,
mud, overhanging branches and sharp turns. |
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The road section is on a fairly
quiet B road, (this will NOT be closed to road traffic,
‘caution bikers’ signs will be in place)
however please keep in single file – there
are several blind bends on this route. Passing competitors
is of course allowed, however drafting is not. |
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Please obey marshalls’ instructions
at all times. Be particularly careful at the two
road crossing points at Glenmore and Coylumbridge. |
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| Run Section |
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A straightforward trail run on
the forestry tracks surrounding Loch Morlich. |
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Standard running shoes or trail
shoes would be most suitable footwear. |
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| The Finish Line |
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On Loch Morlich beach, close
to the Transition area. |
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Please make sure your race number
is visible! |
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| Cancellations |
| If you have entered and can no longer take part, please let us know as soon as possible by email - this will free up a place for the team at the top of the reserve list. If you cancel before 31st August we will refund your entry in full less a £7.50 admin fee. No refunds will be given if you cancel between 1st September and 7th September. |
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Marshalls - we need your help!
The CAT could not take place without the enthusiastic support of volunteer marshalls. However with the increasing number of events in the National Park it is becoming more difficult to find sufficient help on the day.
If you are entering CAT 2013 and are bringing family or friends with you could they spare an hour or two to help marshall? This would be very much appreciated. As well as having the chance to cheer you on they will also get a free burger and refreshments. If you know somone who can help on the day, please enter their contact details on the entry form. |
