Tre-X Off Road Duathlon
Trail Run - MTB - Trail Run
Long - Short - Teaser Courses

• QLD RACE 1: Saturday 15th June, 2013
• QLD CHAMPS: Sunday 14th July, 2013

General Event Information
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Event Specific Information
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ABOUT THE TRE-X OFF ROAD DUATHLON SERIES

The Tre-X Duathlon Series is the natural progression from the Cross Triathlon Series. .

Like the Tre-X triathlon, the Tre-X Off Road Duathlon Series has all the thrills of 'Off Road' Racing, minus the swim leg.

A Tre-X Off Road Duathlon includes the disciplines of Trail Run - Mountain Bike - Trail Run. This makes it an ideal event to run throughout the winter period so competitors can continue to enjoy the Tre-X experience right throughout the year.

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TRE-X OFF ROAD DUATHLON EVENT LOCATIONS

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TRE-X OFF ROAD DUATHLON COURSES & DISTANCES

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ENTRY INFORMATION

• VIEW ENTRY INFORMATION including dates, fees, series entries and terms and conditions etc

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QORTS

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The Queensland Off Road Triathlon Squad is the perfect way to get ready for the Tre-X Off Road Duathlon Series

About the Queensland Off Road Triathlon Squad

QORTS is Queensland's specialist "Off Road Squad", specialising in all things off road including Off Road Triathlon, Mountain Biking, Open Water Swimming and Trail Running.

If you're looking to bring yourself up to the next level with some consistent training for Tre-X and want to train with like minded athletes then train with Tre-X champ Connie Silvestri. Connie will help you improve performance and achieve your goals.

All levels are welcome to squad training. Whether you're training for the off road worlds or just wanting to finish your first Tre-X race. Sessions will be aimed at improving speed over Tre-X, hill climbing (the most essential skill), hill descending and increased endurance on the bike and run. Open water swim practice will also be a key part of our sessions.

The squad is really about training hard and having fun while doing the work with high team morale and motivation to achieve your goals. Connie will make you accountable and keep you focused on your goals.

About Connie    

In 2 Adventure are proud to be supporting QORTS, and to be working with one of Australia's Off Road Champions. Connie has a long list of accolades and currently Connie is:

• Leading the 2011/12 Tre-X Female Open Championships;
• The reigning NSW Dirt Mistress Champion; and
• The reigning LunarC 8hr XC MTB Enduro Open Female Champion

As well as her recent achievements, Connie has a strong background and many successes in sport, both on the road and off road including:

• Track Running: Finishing 3rd in Australia in her first competitive sport - 800m Track Running
• Triathlon: Representing Australia in Olympic Distance Triathlon at Lausanne, Switzerland and finishing 21st
• Mountain Biking: Connie then fell into Mountain Biking where she discovered her true love (but don't tell her husband :-)). Connie has competed in many races finishing 1st in the 105km Epic, 1st in 8hr Lunar C, 1st Kooralbyn 80km Marathon, 1st 3+3hr, 2nd Qld state XC MTB.
• X-Terra: Mountain biking led Connie into off road racing where she has competed in Tre-X and X-Terra races overseas. Connie finished 1st at X-Terra NZ, 2nd X-Terra Melbourne and 2nd and 3rd X-Terra worlds.

So, this is a great opportunity for members of the squad to train with a current champion in the sport.

And the Most Important Part

Not only is Connie a trememdous athlete, she is also a truly admirable representative for Off-Road Sport. In her own words Connie told us:

"The best part of this journey has been training with great friends and
meeting many more. Sharing personal experiences, racing together,
drinking and laughing at ourselves after racing.
Travelling to destinations you normally would never go to
and finding out dirty dam water is surprising nice to swim in.

But most of all setting a good example for my kids,
teaching them to embrace a healthy lifestyle and develop good self esteem
from gaining new skills and confidence in themselves."    

How Can I Be A Part of QORTS?

Catch up with Connie and QORTS on the QORTS FACEBOOK PAGE

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TRE-X DUATHLON TEASER: 1 - 5 - 500

The Tre-X Duathlon Teaser event is designed for first timers, beginners and younger participants to have a go at the new off road Tre-X Duathlon format with a shorter distance and a course which is less challenging than the short and long distance courses. Click on the links below for full details:

• COURSE DISTANCES
• WHO CAN ENTER THE TEASER EVENT?
• TEASER ENTRY CATEGORIES
• TEASER AWARDS
• TEASER SERIES CHAMPIONSHIP

Duathlon Course Distances

The distance of the Teaser Duathlon Courses will vary from event to event, dependant on the type of terrain the location presents. As a general guide the Teaser course generally includes:

• Trail Run: 1km
• Mountain Bike: 3-5km (depending on the terrain)
• Trail Run: 500m

See event specific information for the Teaser courses in your state.

Who Can Enter the Teaser Event?

• Individuals: Anyone aged 10 years or over can enter the Teaser Duathlon event as an individual or as part of a team.
• Teams: Those aged 7 yrs to 10 yrs can enter as part of a team of 3 with each team member completing one leg of the event.

Teaser Entry Categories

Teaser Awards

Where there are more than 5 entrants in a category, 1st place medals will be awarded to:

• Junior Male (Under 15 yrs)
• Junior Female (Under 15 yrs)
• Junior Team
• Male
• Female
• Team     

Junior Series Championship

A Junior Male and Junior Female Series Champion Trophy will be awarded at the Championship Event

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ENTRY CATEGORIES

Individuals
Enter as an individual and complete all three disciplines TRAIL RUN - MTB - TRAIL RUN

Teams

• 2 Person Team: One person completes 2 legs of the event
• 3 Person Team: Each team member completes 1 leg of the event
  

Categories include:

Your age category is determined by your age as of 31/12/2013

IMPORTANT NOTE! Based on the increasing number of participants, some 5 year age categories have been added. If the situation arises where there are 5 or less participants in the 5 year age categories, these will be merged into 10 year age categories.

MINIMUM AGE

LONG COURSE:
Individual: Participants must be at least 15 years of age on the 31/12/13
Team: Participants must be at least 14 years of age and it must be a 3 person team with each person completing one discipline.

SHORT COURSE:
Individual: Participants must be at least 13 years of age on the 31/12/13
Team: Participants must be at least 12 years of age and it must be a 3 person team with each person completing one discipline.

TEASER COURSE:
Individual: Participants must be at least 10 years of age on the 31/12/13
Team: Participants must be at least 7 years of age and it must be a 3 person team with each person completing one discipline.

Minimum ages are based on maximim distances outlined in the Triathlon Australia Guidelines

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EQUIPMENT

Participants will require the following equipment on the day:

• Off Road Trail Running Shoes
• Mountain Bike - In good working order and with plugs on the handle bars.
• Bike Helmet - The bike helmet must be in good condition and meet Australian Safety Standards.
  Note: To ensure competitors safety, officials from Triathlon Australia will do a check of participants bikes and helmets before entering the transition area. If bikes and helmet do not meet the requires standards, competitors will not be able to take part in the event.
• Bike Shoes (if applicable)
• Hydration Pack or Water Bottles
• Running / Riding Shirt / Vest
• Sunglasses
• Hat
• Sun Lotion
• Insect Repellent
• Chairs to relax in after the event.
• IMPORTANT: Due to the longer distance of the Champs Event all Long Course Competitors are highly recommended to carry at least 2 litres of water either in a hydration pack or in bike bottles with them on the Bike Course.

ENTRIES ON THE DAY

Providing the event is not full entries will be accepted on the day. 

• Entries on the day incur an additional $20 administration fee. CASH ONLY please.
• Entrants on the day will be asked to complete an entry form and agree to, and sign the TERMS & CONDITION OF ENTRY .
• Participants who wish to enter on the day and are under 18 years of age will be asked to provide a signed PARENTAL CONSENT FORM before entering.

REGISTRATION

• WHAT HAPPENS AT REGISTRATION
• ELECTRONIC TIMING BAND
• RUN NUMBER
• BIKE NUMBER
• RACE BAG

What Happens at Registration?

• Line up in your category queue at the registration area at Race HQ.
• You will be allocated a race number, take special note of this.
• You will be given a race bag, and a timing band.
• After registration move to the Number Marking Area to have your race category and number written on your arm and calf by a race official.

Electronic Timing Band

• Strap the timing band around your left ankle before the start of the race.
• Once you have your timing band strapped to your ankle take care not to go on, or near the timing mats in the transition area. If your chip registers before the event it will effect your finish times. The best idea is to strap your timing band on just before the start of the swim.
• Take special care of your timing band.  If it is lost, or not returned you will be asked to pay a fee of $50 to cover the replacement cost of the band.
• Teams will be issued with one timing band. This must be passed between team members before the start of each leg.

Run Number

• Your run number is the soft flexible number plate.
• Pins are available to collect at Race HQ to attach your number. Alternatively you may choose to use a run number belt.
• Attach the run number to the front of your torso.
• It is a Triathlon Australia regulation that your run number is displayed clearly on upper torso during the run legs.

Bike Number

• Your bike number is the hard laminated number plate.
• Ties are availabe to collect at Race HQ to attach your bike number to your handle ties.
• Attach your bike number to the front of your bike handle bars using the zip ties provided.
• It is important that your number is easily visible for the duration of the mountain bike leg as this will be used by race officials to monitor your progress around the mountain bike course.
• In the morning, you must have your bike number attached to your bike handlebars before entering the Transition Area.
• Before removing your bike from the transition area you will be asked to remove your bike number and give it to officials on exit.

Race Bag

Your Race Bag will include

• A BBQ Voucher;
• Electronic Timing Band
• Race Number;
• Bike Number; and
• Goodies from our sponsors.

RACE NUMBERS

• RUN NUMBER
• MOUNTAIN BIKE NUMBER
• BODY MARKINGS
• IMPORANT NOTES ABOUT RACE NUMBERS
  

Run Number

• Your run number is the soft flexible number plate.
• Pins are available to collect at Race HQ to attach your number. Alternatively you may choose to use a run number belt.
• Attach the run number to the front of your torso.
• It is a Triathlon Australia regulation that your run number is displayed clearly on upper torso during the run leg.

Mountain Bike Number

• Your bike number is the hard laminated number plate.
• Ties are availabe to collect at Race HQ to attach your bike number to your handle ties.
• Attach your bike number to the front of your bike handle bars using the zip ties provided.
• It is important that your number is easily visible for the duration of the mountain bike leg as this will be used by race officials to monitor your progress around the mountain bike course.
• In the morning, you must have your bike number attached to your bike handlebars before entering the Transition Area.
• Before removing your bike from the transition area you will be asked to remove your bike number and give it to officials on exit.

Body Markings

• Your race number and category must be marked on your calf and arm.
• After registration go to the 'Number Marking Area' at Race HQ before going to the Transition Area

Important Information About Race Numbers

Race Numbers must not be defaced

• It is a condition of entering a Tre-X event that Run and Bike numbers must be clearly displayed at all times while taking part in the event.
• It is an offence to deface, spoil, damage or cover any portion of the Run Number, Bike Number or Body Marking.
• Any competitor who chooses not to comply with this condition will incur penalties, or in severe cases will be disqualified.

THE TRANSITION AREA

• WHAT IS THE TRANSITION AREA
• COMPETITORS ONLY
• ENTRY
• BIKE SAFETY CHECKS
• SET UP
• GET TO KNOW THE TRANSITION AREA
• SOME IMPORTANT TRANSITION AREA RULES

What is the Transition Area?

The Transition Area is where competitors transtion from the Trail Run to Mountain Bike (T1), Mountain Bike to Trail Run (T2). Mountain Bikes, Helments, Shoes and other equiipment is left in this area. The Transition is usually set up near or next to Race HQ.

Competitors Only

Only competitors are permitted in the Transition Area. Spectators must remain at Race HQ where they will have a good view of the swim, mountain bike laps and the run finish.

Entry

• When you have registered and had your body numbers marked, take your bike, bike helmet, running shoes, drinks and any other equipment you will need to the transition area. 
• For entry you will need your run number, bike number on the front of the handle bars of your bike and your helmet on your head and fastened.
• Important Note: Due to space limitations, no bags are permitted to be left in the Transition Area. If bags are left, these will be removed by officials.

Bike Safety Checks

• When you take your bike into the Transition Area an official from Triathlon Australia will complete a safety check on your bike and bike helmet to ensure it is up to the safety standard to compete in the event.
• This check is put in place for your safety, please comply willingly with any official request. 
• For bike maintenance or issues, the For the Riders team will be on hand at Qld events to assist where possible. 

Set Up

• Place your bikes where indicated by course / category.
• Set up your race equipment next to your bike. 
• Space is limited so please stick to the 50cm of space allocated.
• It is an offence to touch, move or interfere with another competitors equipment in the Transition Area. If you think something needs to be moved or if you have any concerns regarding another competitor equipment, see a Triathlon Australia Official in the Transition Area.
• Consider other competitors and keep equipment neat and tidy.
• We're all at the event to have a great time, and being considerate of those around us, helps make that possible.

Get to Know the Transition Area

• It’s important to know where to go in the transition area for the start and finish of each discipline. 
• Check the exit and entry points for the run and the bike and ensure you know where to go. 
• Officials will assist where possible but ultimately it is up to each competitor to take the correct course to avoid penalties or disqualification.

Some Important Transition Area Rules

1. Fasten Your Helmet
Your helmet must be securely fastened on your head before your bicycle is removed from the bicycle rack in transition. It must remain securely fastened to your head while the bike is being moved, during the ride and until your bike has been racked in the transition area at the end of the bike leg.

2. Safety Check
For your safety technical officials from Triathlon Qld will be doing a quick bike & helmet safety check as you enter the transition area. Please comply with any requests from Triathlon Qld officials. The For the Riders team are usually on hand at HQ to assist with any last minute adjustments or purchases.

3. Cover Your Torso.. Now's not the time for 6 packs
Competitor's upper torso must be covered from the time you remove your bike from the bike rack in transition to the time you replace your bike on the bike rack in transition. Your upper torso must be covered at all times on the run.

4. Don't Mount... Until you Reach the Zone
You must not mount your bike until you have reached the 'MOUNT' zone after exiting transition. The mount zone will be clearly signed. You must walk your bike to this point.

5.DIsmount before the TA
At the end of the bike leg you must dismount your bike before entering the transition area. The 'DISMOUNT' zone will be clearly signed. Walk your bike after this point back into the transition area, and rack your bike in the designated area.

6. Rack Your Bike in the Right Location
You may only rack your bike in the designated location and it must be left in a stable position.

7. Don't Touch Another Competitors Equipment or Bike
You must not interfere with another competitor's equipment in the TA or impede the progress of another competitor.

8. Keep it Covered
Indecent exposure is forbidden in the TA or at any time before, during or after an event.

This is not an extensive list of ALL race rules, and we recommend that you find out more at the Triathlon Australia website where you can view a complete edition of the race competition rules at www.triathlon.org.au If you have any questions about the rules please feel free contact the team at info@in2adventure.com.au.

TIMING

The Tre-X Off Road Triathlon uses electronic timing to deliver Trail Run and Mountain Bike Timings at most events.

CAMPING & ACCOMMODATION

Camping and Accommodation are available at most of the Tre-X events. Check the event info for the specific event for full details.

SOME IMPORTANT RACE RULES

For those of you who are new to triathlon we recommend that you make yourself familiar with the rules associated with triathlon events. These rules can be viewed on the Triathlon Australia website at www.triathlon.org.au

• Your bike helmet must be on your head and fastened before you touch your bike and you must rack your bike before undoing your helmet.
• Your upper torso must be covered at all times during the ride and run legs.
• Your race number must be clearly displayed on the front of your upper torso throughout the run leg.
• Your bike race number must be clearly displayed on the front of your bike throughout the mountain bike leg.
• You must not mount your bike until you have passed the 'Mount' sign.
• You must dismount from your bike before the 'Dismount' sign prior to entering the transition area.

FOOD & DRINK

• AFTER RACE SAUSAGE SIZZLE
• BREAKFAST & OTHER CATERING
• JUNGLE BEAN COFFEE VAN

After Race Sausage Sizzle

• Each race entry includes a free after race sausage sizzle.  You will receive a BBQ voucher in your race bags.  Take this to the catering tent for your free sausage sizzle while you’re waiting for the presentations.
• Please do not lose your BBQ voucher as these cannot be replaced. 
• Friends & family can purchase a sausage sizzle on the day at a cost of $3 each (CASH ONLY). Drinks will also be on sale.

Breakfast & Other Catering

Jungle Bean Coffee Van

Tarryn from Jungle Bean Coffee will be back at all the Tre-X events in South East Qld providing fantastic coffee, hot drinks & ice cold frappes! To book the Jungle Bean Coffee Van for your next function go to the website at www.junglebeancafe.com

Or at the store at Jungle Bean Espresso Bar, 182 Bay Terrace, Wynnum

MOUNTAIN BIKE HIRE

Kids & Adult Bikes Available for Hire

A BIG THANK YOU to John from HAVE FUN TOURS for providing mountain bike hire at all Queensland Tre-X events.

Mountain Bikes can be hired for just $40 per day. HIre includes a helmet and the team at Have Fun Tours have all bike sizes available.  Bikes will be delivered to the event site and are available one hour before the race. Pre-booking is preferred: Tel: 0419 795586 or check out the website at www.havefuntours.com.au

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PHOTOGRAPHS & VIDEO

A big "thank you" to Lachlan and Elliot from Element Video Productions for providing photography services for the Tre-X Series.

Contact the team at LRVP on the web at www.lachlanryan.com.au

VIEW IN 2 ADVENTURE EVENTS ON YOU TUBE HERE

PETS

Pets are not permitted at event locations so please leave them at home where they'll be safe & sound.

PRESENTATIONS

Presentations will take place when all, or the majority of competitors have completed the course. 

Prizes & medals will be presented as well as the 'Fun One' Prize Draw. Competitors must be at the prize giving ceremony to be eligible for 'Fun One' Prizes

PRIZES

There are some great prizes at this year’s Tre-X Off Road Duathlon Series. 

Open Category.

• 1st Place: Sponsors Prize + Race Winners Shirt
• 2nd Place: Sponsors Prize
• 3rd Place: Sponsors Prize

Age Categories - Long Course
1st, 2nd & 3rd in each category in the Long Course will be awarded a Tre-X Off Road Duathlon medal. 
1st place in each category in the Long Course will also receive a sponsor’s prize valued at approx $50.

Age Categories - Short Course
1st, 2nd & 3rd in each category in the Short Course will be awarded a Tre-X Off Road Duathlon medal. 
1st place in each category in the Short Course will also receive a sponsor’s prize valued at approx $30.

Teaser
Medals and a prize will be awarded to 1st place in the Teaser Event

PRIZE COLLECTION

If you are unable to stay for prize giving, you can organise to either:

1. Collect your prize and medal at the next event. Please send an email to info@in2adventure.com.au within 2 weeks of the event advising that you would ike to collect your prize at the next event; OR
2. Send a stamped, self addressed registered envelope (large enough to hold your prize) to In 2 Adventure, PO Box 2003, Brookside Centre Qld within 2 weeks of the event. Your prize and medal will be posted as soon as possible, however, due to the fact that prizes are packed away in the event trailer and this sometimes has to be transported long distances there may be some wait time.

Important Notes:

• Unfortunately due to past circumstances, we are unable to allow for prizes or medals to be collected by other competittors as we are committed to ensuring that prizes are delivered to the righful recipient.
• After 2 weeks following the event prizes will be returned to the prize pool for the next event.

CHAMPIONSHIP AWARDS & SERIES TALLY

A Tre-X Off Road Duathlon Series Champion will be announced for:

• Male and Female Long Course Open Category
• Individual Age Categories in the Long Course Events.
• Individual Age Categories in the Short Course Events.
• Male and Female Junior Champion

Both events count towards the series tally, and to be eligible for a series championship award participants must have competed bothTre-X Duathlon Events.

Overall times from Race 1 will be added to overall times from the Champs and the cumulative total will determine the series champion in each category.

In the result of a tie for series championship, winners will be decided by the number of 1st place wins in the series. The contender with the most 1st places will be awarded the title.

Team Series Champion
A Series Champion will also be awarded in the Long Course Teams Category.

To be eligible teams must have taken part in both Tre-X Duathlon events, under the same team name. The same team members must be a part fo the team with only one substituction permitted throughout the series (maximum 4 team members).

Keep up to date with series points on the Results Page of the Website

TRE-X DUATHLON EVENT SHIRTS

2013 Tre-X Duo Shirt!

A big thank you to the team from Cycology for this awesome new Tre-X Duo Shirt Design.

Pick up yours for just $25 at the next Tre-X Duo Event!