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WOODRIDGE ROTARY MINI TRI ATHLETE PRE-RACE BRIEFING

Dear Woodridge Mini Triathletes,

On behalf of the Rotary Club of Woodridge, we want to thank everyone for registering for Chicagoland’s LARGEST Mini Triathlon. For those of you new to our event, WELCOME! For the repeat athletes, thanks for coming back and spreading the word to others to join in on the FUN! Following are some event highlights.

Registration is officially closed as of 8/7/19. The estimated swim start times, pool assignments and BIB #’s are finalized and posted to the event website at www.woodridgeminitri.org under the “Race Info” or per the following direct link: Click Here.*

(Please note no further adjustments can be made - all seedings are FINAL and were based on information inputted by the registrants) * approximate swim start times are estimated times only and are based on all athletes showing up on race day. Times will be adjusted with no advance warning on race day due to "no shows" and therefore one's time will most likely start earlier than posted. It is highly recommended for athletes to be on site for the pre-race announcements and prior to race start. It is the athletes’ responsibility to be ready to start the race at their designated pool start locations regardless of the approximate swim start times posted. Athletes that fail to start the race in consecutive order (BIB #'s) will be rescheduled to the end of the swimmers’ line.

Facts from this year’s race registrations: Total 681 Athletes: (377 Main Event- Individual / 51 Main Event–Relay / 215 KiDs Event–Individual / 38 KiDs Event-Relay)

Approximately seven (7) towns are represented to include the following states: Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, Missouri, New Jersey, Texas, & Wisconsin.

Ratio of women to men this year is 52%/48%.

Oldest male athlete registered for the Main Event is 83years old born in 1936. Oldest Female athlete registered for the Main Event is 69 years old born in 1950.

Athlete Race Information: Please review the detailed Athlete Race Information (FAQ’s) for information and rules. Athlete Race Information (FAQ’s) for both races is located at www.woodridgeminitri.org under the “Race Info” and “Athlete Race Information” tabs or click on following direct links:

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Main Event Race: Click here for 2019 Main Event Race Athlete Information or go to www.woodridgeminitri.org under the “Race Info” and “Athlete Race Day Information” tabs. KiDs Event Race: Click here for 2019 KiDs Event Race Athlete Information or go to www.woodridgeminitri.org under the “Mini Triathlon” and “Athlete Race Day Information” tabs.

Click here for Special Instructions for Parents/Guardians of Kids 12 years of age or younger

Pre-packet Pick Up: we highly encourage athletes to pick up their packet (T-shirt & BIB #) during the following days and times to minimize delays at check-in on race day:

Friday, August 9, 2019 (4PM - 8PM) / Saturday, August 10, 2019 (9AM - 3PM) Pre-race packet pick-up is located at the Woodridge Park District’s Athletic Recreation Center (ARC), 8201 Janes Avenue, Woodridge, IL 60517 across the street from Cypress Cove Family Aquatic Park.

Packet Pick-Up/Late Check-in is permitted on Race Day at the event site (Cypress Cove Family Aquatic Park) starting at 5:30 AM till 6:30 AM for Main Event and any time prior to 10:00 AM for the KiDs Event.

Pre-Race Information Clinic (Free to registered athletes of all ages):

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Street Closures: reminder on race day that 83rd Street between Woodward Avenue & Janes Avenue and the Woodward Avenue Southbound lanes between 83rd Street and Werch Avenue are closed between 4AM - Noon. Use Boughton Road, 83rd Street west of Janes Avenue, or 75th Street to access Janes Avenue to get to main site and parking lots.

Parking Lot Restrictions: Main parking lots open at 5:00 A.M. Only athletes with their official BIB # obtained from pre-race packet pick-up will be allowed to access the main parking lot on site (Lot A - Cypress Cove). Once this lot fills up, you will need to park at the remote parking lots – go to www.woodridgeminitri.org under the “Race Info” and “Parking” tabs for link for locations of designated remote parking lots.

Race Day Check-In Procedures: if you picked up your BIB # packet prior to race day at pre-race packet pick up, you DO NOT have to re-check in on race day at the event site and can proceed directly to the bike transition area (far southwest transition gate) by displaying your BIB # once transition opens at 5:30 A.M. for the Main Event and approximately 10 A.M.+/- for the KiDs Event.

For those that did not go to pre-packet pickup, on site Late Check-in and bike transition for the Main Event opens at 5:30 A.M. For the KiDs event the estimated time transition zone opens is approximately 10:00 A.M. Your BIB # is your access pass to enter into the bike transition area. See ** below for specific rules for Parents/Guardians of KiDs Event.

** IMPORTANT RULE FOR KIDS EVENT – We understand parents/guardians desire to assist and watch their child triathlete’s progress every step of the way while they participate in the race. But it is important to remember that this is the child’s time to have fun and enjoy the race. While we respect the parents’/guardians’ wishes to keep an eye on their child/children while participating, we have a duty to ensure the integrity of the race and the overall safety of the younger athletes. There have been numerous occurrences during past races of parents/guardians assisting their child and not paying attention to the overall race, which resulted in collisions or near misses with other racers. To ensure your child/children have a safe and fun experience competing in the KiDs Event Mini Triathlon, the Race Committee is going to enforce the following rules listed below.

Click here for Special Instructions for Parents/Guardians of Kids 12 years of age or younger

Race (BIB) #’s: Race Temporary Tattoo #’s - A set of two (2) temporary tattoos will be included in your race packet. Each tattoo # must be placed on outside of the right bicep and the 2nd on the back of your right calf. Carefully follow the EXACT instructions on back of the tattoo. Click here for written instructions and/or Click here for instructional video. If additional assistance is required or you forgot to place or bring/lost or destroyed your Race/BIB # tattoo, volunteers will be located

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throughout the transition area to assist you in writing your BIB # on your body (biceps) with marker.

Bike/Helmet Race # Labels: A set of bike & helmet Race # labels will be included in your race packet. The bike race # label should be placed over the cross bar/tube of your bike or your bike seat post and should be visible from both sides of your bike. Note, to prevent bike theft, security will be checking to make sure your official BIB # matches the Race # Bike label. The helmet Race/BIB # label should be placed on the front of your bike helmet. Click here for written instructions and/or Click here for video instructions.

BIB #’s: In your packet will be one (1) BIB number and safety pins. Athletes must fasten the BIB to either the front of the shirt or shorts or race number belt. Race BIB belts can be purchased from a triathlon race store (e.g. Urban Tri Gear / Westmont, IL). Must be visible at all times!

Relay Race Team members will be provided with one BIB Number packet. The BIB # Tattoos shall be worn by the swimmer. The Helmet and Bike BIB # stickers shall be placed on the Biker’s equipment. The BIB # shall be worn by the runner. Click here for additional instructions. Our ability to clearly see your number is extremely important in documenting and providing an accurate time.

Following the race feel free to stop by the Late Check-in Tent to receive a special wipe to remove your temporary BIB tattoo.

Transition Area Transition is scheduled to open at 5:30 AM. If you arrive prior to transition opening, remain in the pre/post event area. Ingress/Egress to transition is at the southwest corner of the transition area. (See highlighted yellow circle on map)

Pre-Race/Transition Zone: once you have accessed the pre/post event area and/or the bike transition zone, please seek one of the BIB Tattoo Attendants (stationed at ladders throughout transition) if you need assistance to apply your BIB # tattoos placed on your right bicep & calf. If you forgot, lost or destroyed your BIB # tattoo, please see a volunteer to write your # with marker on your biceps. Your BIB # body marking is required to properly identify you for

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your race time. Also, place additional BIB# stickers provided in your packet on your bike and helmet.

Main Site & Course Routes – athletes are responsible for knowing the course routes. Go to www.woodridgeminitri.org under the “Race Info” and “Site Layout and Course Maps” for map links. Volunteers, Course Marshalls, Police, signage and pavement markings are provided throughout to safely guide you through the course. Any athlete that does not finish the entire length of the course will be disqualified.

Race Start Times: Main Event – 7 A.M. / KiDs Event 10:30 A.M

Chip Timing: a disposable adhesive backed ankle chip time band will be provided immediately before you enter into the pool at each swim start location. At end of your race, you can dispose of your chip time band in a trash receptacle.

Relay Team Transition Chip Timing – relay teams shall transfer a Velcro chip time band to their teammate at the bike transition location. Failure to do so will result in disqualification. At end of your race, you can dispose of your chip time band in a trash receptacle.

Pre-race Announcements: announcements are scheduled at 6:40 A.M. for the Main Event and 10:15 A.M. for the KiDs Event.

Nutrition/Hydration: courtesy of our sponsors – water, sports drinks, nutrition bars, and fruit will be provided within the pre/post event area. We respectfully ask athletes to be courteous and only take what they intend to eat/drink during the event and not hoard for personal use.

Post Race Finish: once you have completed the Main Event race and regained your composure, we respectfully ask that you remove your bike & belongings from transition to allow us to prepare transition for the KiDs race. FOR SECURITY OF PERSONAL PROPERTY (BIKES) when exiting transition at the security gates, BIB #’s on the bike must match the athlete’s BIB # on their person!!!

Food & Beverage: is included in your registration. Your BIB # will be your ticket to claim your food & beverage items provided by Shanahan’s Food & Spirits. If you are going to have a beer, proper I.D. showing proof of 21 years of age is required and will be strictly enforced. Additional food and beverage will be available for purchase. All beer must stay within the Post Race Event area.

Awards & Grand Prize Raffle (Cannondale Bike) – Awards presentation & raffle drawings (winner must be present at time of drawing to claim raffle prize to include Grand Prize Bike) is estimated to occur between 10:00-10:15 A.M. for the Main Event and 11:45 A.M. -12:00 P.M. for the KiDs Event. One bike will be raffled for each event. Woodridge Rotary is conducting a 50/50 Raffle for purchase of raffle tickets ($1 = 1 Ticket, $5 = 10 Tickets and $10 – 20 Tickets). White Tickets sold are for the Main Event

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Raffle Drawing and Red Tickets sold are for the KiDs Event Raffle Drawing (Winner must be present at time of drawing).

Special event weather hotline is 630/206-1722 ext. #9 or sign up for the Woodridge Park District Rainout Line app.

Best of luck and check back to the “Athlete Race Information” web page for any last minute announcements.

Mike Adams, Race Director