Weather Forecast
The forecast is sunny and hot, so please ensure you remain fully hydrated in the build up to and during the race. There will be a water station on the run course and at the finish, but please bring a full bottle (or two) for your bike. If you are using energy drink, gels or bars, such as SiS, make sure you have tried them in training prior to race day, otherwise we recommend keeping to water. If you are not feeling well please listen to your body and don’t race.
The Swim and Wetsuits
John Lunt, Director of Human Race Events, has just confirmed that the water temperature has reached 23.5 degrees at Dorney Lake and that wetsuits will NOT be allowed for any of the events there this coming weekend (3rd, 4th and 5th July). Under ITU and BTF ruling, wetsuits are banned when the water temperature is over 22 degrees to avoid overheating and for safety reasons.
Race Information
You should have received your race information by now and checked out the maps and plans. If you have lost it then please click on the link below to access a copy from our website.
RACE INFORMATION
Your Race Number
Please check the website entry list, on the Race Information Page, for the spelling of names, registered BTF club, gender, etc. Let us know asap if any changes need to be made by emailing nerys@humanrace.co.uk. You will collect your race number when you register on Saturday. Please note that if you have changed your wave, you lose your age group status and are not eligible for a prize.
Car Parking
Please follow the marshal’s instructions when you arrive. The race course does not affect parking so you can leave at any time. Remember this is a public place so please do not leave valuables on display.
Registration
Registration will start at 11:00am – priority will be given to those in the first wave.
Please make sure you arrive in plenty of time to register and rack your bike (registration will not open before 11am due to children’s racing (aged 8-16) , which you are very welcome to come and support!).
When you arrive please find your race number on the board and remember it so we can process you quickly at registration. Your registration Race Pack envelope will contain your race numbers and sticky labels for your bike and helmet. You will also have to pick up your timing chip at another desk.
Please have your BTA race licence or your £5 ready when you arrive. You will also need to show some form of ID at registration.
Timing Chip
At registration you will be issued with an electronic timing chip which you wear on your ankle under your wetsuit. There will be a Velcro strap holding the chip which fixes around your ankle; please do not lose this chip as you will be charged £30 to replace it.
You will also be given a security wrist band which you should show to the transition crew at all times to gain access into transition.
Sponsor Offerings
All our sponsors and leading brands will be on site exhibiting and selling their products over the weekend, so don’t worry if you need any last minute items.
Food
Will be available in the club house, as are toilets and showers (upstairs).
Support Our Official Charity, Breast Cancer Care
Many thanks to all of you taking part and raising funds for this very worthwhile cause, including Gaby Logan and Linda Barker who look forward to competing in their first triathlon with you. In the UK someone is diagnosed with breast cancer every 12 minutes. Your help will make a difference to those diagnosed with breast cancer and those affected by the disease. If you would like to be part of the team please contact sporting@breastcancercare.org.uk or on 0845 092 0804 and come and say hello at their tent on the day.
Accommodation
The Copthorne still has few rooms available and is great value for a 4 Star hotel. The same rate also applies if you want to stay Friday or Saturday night and make a weekend of it. Contact: leanne.bennett@millenniumhotels.co.uk for the triathlon rate.
Health & Fitness Magazine - Save 30%!
Health & Fitness, the event’s official media partner, look forward to seeing you on Saturday at their stand. As the UK’s leading title for active, health–conscious women they are on hand to offer you all the expert advice, inspiration and motivation that’s needed to stay in shape. So if you want to look and feel amazing, make sure you pay them a visit on their stand to grab your free copy along with a great goody bag.
And if you’d like to subscribe to Health & Fitness magazine, they’re offering Human Race a special discounted rate of £6.72 per quarter, plus you’ll receive a gift when you subscribe! See them on the day, visit healthandfitnessonline or call 01778392034
Good Luck and we hope you have a great race.
John Lunt and the Human Race Crew
www.humanrace.co.uk
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