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Tre-X 5 Star - Back to Back
Saturday 2nd & Sunday 3rd February, 2013
Long Course: SAT: 500-15-6 SUN: 500-15-6

Includes Tre-X Dirt Kids - 7-10s Event

The Back 2 Back Triathlon is an adrenalin packed event in the Tre-X Series. It takes place over 2 days with Long, Short, Teaser and Dirt Kids competitors taking on the course on Saturday afternoon and then backing up Sunday morning to do it all again! Winners will be determined by a cumulative time for both the Saturday & Sunday event. Tre-X Dirt Kids will run on Sunday morning. Click on the links below to find out more

LOCATION

Novotel Twin Waters Resort
Ocean Drive, Twin Waters
Sunshine Coast, Queensland
Brisbane Street Directory, Sunshine Coast Section: Map 59 Reference L20

With beautiful flowing single track and trails this course takes in some of the most beautiful scenery on the Sunshine Coast. Competitors and their families and friends can enjoy the luxury of this 4 star resort with some fantastic accommodation packages for entrants. Novotel Twin Waters resort is centrally located on Queensland's Sunshine Coast, situated on its own surf beach, with the Maroochy River on the adjacent side. The location allows you to take advantage of the coast's premier attractions to the north, south and west, but the surrounds, including private lagoon, tropical garden backdrop and vast resort facilities can just as easily convince you to simply stay within the resort and relax. To find out more about Twin Waters Resort and the fantastic holiday packages and actiities they have on offer go to www.twinwatersresort.com.au

HOW TO GET THERE

COURSE & MAP

Courses include:

• Long Course: Saturday Afternoon: 500-15-6 + Sunday 500-15-6
• Short Course: Saturday Afternoon 350-10-4 + Sunday: 350-10-4
• Teaser Course: Saturday Afternoon 150-5-1 + Sunday: 150-5-1
• Tre-X Dirt Kids: Saturday 50-3-500 + Sunday 50-3-500

The course will be the same on both days, so competitors can challenge their Saturday time on Sunday. Winners will be determined by a cumulative time from the Saturday & Sunday event. Competitors must compete in both the Saturday and Sunday events to be eligible for prizes and series points.

One Day Racing

Participants can choose to take part on just one day of the Back 2 Back however, the event format covers 2-days of racing and therefore entry fees remain the same.

LONG COURSE INFO

Saturday PM: 500m Swim - 15km MTB - 6km Run
Sunday AM: 500m Swim - 15km MTB - 6km Run

The course is the same on both days, so you can challenge your Saturday time on Sunday. Winners will be determined by a cumulative time from the Saturday & Sunday event.

Competitors must compete in both the Saturday and Sunday long course events to be eligible for prizes and series points.

Maps:

• VIEW SWIM MAP
• VIEW COURSE MAP

Swim: 500m
Twin Waters Lake : A wet start on the banks of the lake with a lap taking in the circumference of the lake passing under the bridge and finising at the Grass Transition Arean on the far side of the resort.

• VIEW SWIM MAP

Mountain Bike: 15km (3 x 5km laps)
The Mountain Bike Course is a 5km Lap
Long course competitors complete 3 x 5km laps before returning to the Transition Area.

This will be a fast and furious course on flat terrain through natural vegetation. The course includes a lot of single track with open passing sections throughout. There are two distinct sections on the course, the Tre-X Twister which will require skill to gain speed on the tight course, and the Tre-X Turbo where speed is king and big butt burms are the order of the day. The course includes some obstacles including roll overs, ramps and switch backs. Some of the tracks are open sandy trails which will allow plenty of opportunity for passing on this lapped course. This is a great course to come and try if you're making the switch from 'on road' to 'off road triathlon'

• VIEW MTB MAP

Trail Run : 6km (1 x 6km lap)
This course is spectacular, taking in some of the best scenery on the Sunshine Coast. From Transition participants will follow a track around the resort and into the mangrove swamps. Expect to get a bit wet on this one, depending on the tide. Runners then head out onto the beach for a spectacular beach run before returning to the resort.

Long Course Competitors will complete 1 x 6km Lap before finishing at Race HQ based at the resort bar.

SHORT COURSE INFO

Saturday PM: 350m Swim - 10km MTB - 4km Trail Run
Sunday AM: 350m Swim - 10km MTB - 4km Trail Run

Maps:

• VIEW COURSE MAP

Swim: 350m
Twin Waters Lake : A wet start on the banks of the lake with a lap taking in the circumference of the lake passing under the bridge and finising at the Grass Transition Arean on the far side of the resort.
VIEW SWIM MAP

Mountain Bike: 10km (2 x 5km laps)
The Mountain Bike Course is a 5km Lap
Short course competitors complete 2 x 5km laps before returning to the Transition Area.

This will be a fast and furious course on flat terrain through natural vegetation. The course includes a lot of single track with open passing sections throughout. There are two distinct sections on the course, the Tre-X Twister which will require skill to gain speed on the tight course, and the Tre-X Turbo where speed is king and big butt burms are the order of the day. The course includes some obstacles including roll overs, ramps and switch backs. Some of the tracks are open sandy trails which will allow plenty of opportunity for passing on this lapped course. This is a great course to come and try if you're making the switch from 'on road' to 'off road triathlon'

• VIEW MTB MAP

Trail Run : 4km (1 x 4km laps)
This course is spectacular, taking in some of the best scenery on the Sunshine Coast. From Transition participants will follow a track around the resort and into the mangrove swamps. Expect to get a bit wet on this one, depending on the tide. Runners then head out onto the beach for a spectacular beach run up to the Short Course turnaround point before returning toRace HQ for the finish at the resort bar.

TEASER COURSE

Saturday PM: 150m Swim - 5km MTB - 1km Trail Run
Sunday AM: 150m Swim - 5km MTB - 1km Trail Run

Maps:
VIEW COURSE MAP

Swim: 150m
Twin Waters Lake : A wet start on the banks of the lake with a lap taking in the circumference of the lake passing under the bridge and finising at the Grass Transition Arean on the far side of the resort.
VIEW SWIM MAP

Mountain Bike: 5km (1 x 5km laps)
The Mountain Bike Course is a 5km Lap
Teaser course competitors complete 1 x 5km laps before returning to the Transition Area.

This will be a fast and furious course on flat terrain through natural vegetation. The course includes a lot of single track with open passing sections throughout. There are two distinct sections on the course, the Tre-X Twister which will require skill to gain speed on the tight course, and the Tre-X Turbo where speed is king and big butt burms are the order of the day. The course includes some obstacles including roll overs, ramps and switch backs. Some of the tracks are open sandy trails and provides a great opportunity to come and try if you're making the switch from 'on road' to 'off road triathlon'

• VIEW MTB MAP

Trail Run : 1km (1 x 1km laps)
The teaser run course will traverse Twin Waters Lake before returning to Race HQ for the finish at the main resort.

TRE-X DIRT KIDS: 7-10yrs

Saturday PM: 50m Swim - 3km Bike - 500m Run
Sunday AM: 50m Swim - 3km Bike - 500m Run

Swim: 50m
Twin Waters Lake : The swim starts from the beach at HQ and returns to the beach.
VIEW SWIM MAP

Bike: 3km (1 x 3km lap)
The Bike Course is a 3km Lap
The DIrt Kids pick up their bike from the beach, follow the path to the transition area, then head out onto a flat single track ride before returning to the beach. A lead and sweep rider will lead/follow Dirt Kids riders.

Trail Run : 500m (500m out and back run)
The run leaves the beach at HQ and follows the track around the lake before returning to the finish line at HQ! A lead runner and sweep will lead/follow the Dirt Kids runners.

• VIEW DIRT KIDS COURSE MAP

EVENT EXPO & RACE HQ

Event Expo & Registration
An event expo will take place in the reception area of the main complex. Our Event Partners will be showcasing their products and services and you will have the opportunity to check out the latest range of Off Road essentials.

Also, catch up with the mountain bike experts 'For the Riders' and check out all the latest in all things mountain biking. Registration will take place at the Expo.

Expo Opening Times
Saturday: 9am to 4pm - Registration opens at 10:15am
Sunday: 6:30am to 1:30pm - Registration opens at 6:30am

Race HQ
Race HQ will be set up at Lyrebird Beach.

EVENT SITE PLAN

FACILITIES

Facilities at Race HQ Include:

• Catering & Saturday Night Presentation & Celebration Dinner
• Accommodation Packages
• Child Minding Options
• Restaurants including: Lily's On the Lagoon, Nouveau Restaurant, Aqua Lounge & Bar, Deli Cafe, Bar & Snack Bars
• Toilets
• Golf
• Lagoon Day Spa
• cirque Espace
• Xperience Segway

To find out more about Twin Waters Resort go to www.twinwatersresort.com.au

OTHER ACTIVITIES

Lush tropical gardens. A private lagoon on which to kayak or sail away. An endless surf beach. A round of golf with friends. Pampering treatments in the over water Lagoon Day Spa. Dining options ranging from a buffet breakfast to an à la carte dinner under the stars. The kids being cared for, entertained and having fun.

Sound too good to be true? Well, Novotel Twin Waters Resort has all of this and so much more.

To find out more about Twin Waters Resort go to www.twinwatersresort.com.au

TOILETS

There are full facilites at the resort.

PARKING

Parking will be available within the resort. Follow the signs as you enter Twin Waters.

JOINING INSTRUCTIONS & EVENT INFORMATION

Joining Instructions wll be emailed to participants in the week before the event. If you have entered look out for your email with full details

TIMETABLE

Saturday Long, Short & Teaser Course Back 2 Back

Sunday Long Course, Short Course & Teaser Course Back 2 Back + Dirt Kids

RACE BRIEFING

Saturday Back 2 Back
A Pre-race safety brief will be held at Race HQ for competitors at 11:45pm.  It's important that all competitors attend this brief as it covers important information regarding the course, course changes and your safety on the course. 

Sunday Back 2 Back & Tre-X Dirt Kids
A Pre-race safety brief will be held at Race HQ for competitors at 07:45am.  It's important that all competitors attend this brief as it covers important information regarding the course, course changes and your safety on the course. 

START TIMES

Saturday Back 2 Back

• Teaser Wave 1 - Midday
• Long Course Wave 1 - 12:30pm
• Short Course Wave 1 - 1:15pm
• Dirt Kids Start: Approx 3pm (from Race HQ)

Other waves will commence at intervals after this time. Check at Race HQ for your wave, and your start time and please ensure you are at the start, ready to go when called. You don't want to miss your start and have to chase down the rest of the pack!

Sunday Back 2 Back

• Teaser Wave 1 - 8:00am
• Long Course Back 2 Back Wave 1 - 8:30am
• Short Course Wave 1 - 9:30am
• Tre-X Dirt Kids: 11:15am (from Race HQ)

Other waves will commence at intervals after this time. Check at Race HQ for your wave, and your start time and please ensure you are at the start, ready to go when called. You don't want to miss your start and have to chase down the rest of the pack!

START

The swim start is at different locations for each course:

• Long Course: Lyrebird Beach (Race HQ)
• Short Course: Pool Beach
• Teaser Course: Kookaburra Beach
• Dirt Kidss: Lyrebird Beach (Race HQ)

Line up where indicated when your wave is called and follow the instructions from the Start Marshal.

TRE-X FAMILIARISATION MORNING

Course Famil Morning on 27th Jan, 2013 CANCELLED

• VIEW FULL DETAILS HERE

With Connie Silvestri Head Coach - QORTS (Queensland Off Road Triathlon Squad)

If you're new to Off Road Triathlon, or want to maximise your results on race day, then the QORTS Course Familiarisation Mornings run by Connie Silvestri (Head Coach of the Queensland Off Road Triathlon Squad and reigning Tre-X Series Champion) are a fantastic opportunity to checkout the course and get a 'heads up' before event day.

A Kids Club for kids 2-12 yrs is available for the duration of both events and bookings are essential.

Saturday 2nd February, 2013

• Open 1pm to 6pm
• $55 per child
• Bookings Essential

Sunday 3rd February, 2013

• Open 7am to 1pm
• $65 per child
• Bookings Essential

DOWNLOAD BOOKING FORM HERE

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Special discounted accommodation packages are available for Tre-X Entrants including resort rooms and king suites. But hurry, rooms are limited!

Novotel Twin Waters Resort would like to extend the following rates for participants at The Tre-X Off Road Triathlon Series from the 1st to the 3rd of February 2013:

• Resort Room: $145 per room per night - Based on a minimum 2 night stay
• Resort Rooms: $159 per room per night - No Minimum Night Stay
• OR a One Bedroom King Suite Upgrade for an extra $45 per night
• You can also book for the big pasta dinner on Saturday night and for the kids club available for the duration of each event .

FOR BOOKINGS
Full details are included on the booking form. Simply download the booking form below and either

• Tel: 1800 072 277
• Email: brianc@twinwatersresort.com.au
• Fax: Complete the booking form and send it to 07 5450 9596
• You will need to quote your Entry Invoice Number when booking.

DOWNLOAD BOOKING FORM HERE

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CATERING

A sausage sizzle is included in each Sunday entry & we have a very special Pasta Dinner on Saturday evening.. Restaurants will also be open at the resort throughout the weekend including:

Saturday Night Pasta Dinner
Join us on Saturday evening for a 'carb loading' meal and to catch up on the days events ready for Sunday. Bookings are essential and can be made up until Friday 1st February, 2013. Special dietary requirements can also be catered for.

• DOWNLOAD DINNER BOOKING FORM HERE
• VIEW FULL DETAILS HERE

Resort Dining Options
Novotel Twin Waters Resort features a variety of dining options including a buffet restaurant, an over-water formal dining experience, a club-style bar with an informal lunch, dinner and snack menu, a deli cafe and a take-away food outlet. You will enjoy the mix of style, sophistication and fun. Like the rest of the resort, the dining experience is relaxed and refreshing.

Nouveau Restaurant
Nouveau offers indoors or alfresco dining with an outlook to the pool and lagoon. Open for sumptuous buffet breakfast and lunch and themed buffet dinners.

Aqua Lounge + Bar
Aqua Lounge +Bar offers informal lunches, dinners, snacks and bar with an outlook of the lagoon and pool.

Deli Cafe
Deli Café sells essential items and incorporates a coffee shop, bottle shop and books.

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SATURDAY NIGHT PASTA DINNER

Join us for a Night of Celebration for just $24 per person & $12 for Kids!

A Celebration 'Carb Loading' Pasta Dinner will be held on Saturday Evening including:

• Loads of Great Pasta
• Updates on the 'Back 2 Back' Standing
• Music
• Videos & Slides from the days action
• Bar open to purchase drinks

Bookings
Bookings are essential and can be booked up until Friday 1st February, 2013. Please download the booking form below.

• DOWNLOAD DINNER BOOKING FORM HERE

Special Dietary Requirements
If you have any special dietary requirements, please include these on the booking form so suitable meals can be provided on the night.

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FREE POST RACE MASSAGES

A big thank you to Britt and the team from Gold Coast Physio & Sports Health who will be providing FREE Post Race Massages at the Finish Line.

This is a great service for the Back 2 Back event to ensure you're ready to back up for the 2nd event on Sunday and then to stretch those muscles at the end of what will be a gruelling weekend.

Massages will be provided on a 'first in best dressed' basis. And keep an eye out in your race packs for your voucher to claim $20 off your first physio or massage visit.

• FIND OUT MORE ABOUT GOLD COAST PHYSIO & SPORTS HEALTH HERE

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