bike course - Ironman 70.3 Cozumel

TABLE OF CONTENTSMessage from the Head RefereeSchedule of EventsPre-Race InformationPersonal Communication PlanAthlete Check-InPre swim & Running Gear BagsMandatory pre- race meetingWelcome DinnerPractice SwimsMandatory Bicycle & Running Gear Bag Check-InRace Day InformationRace day ParkingRace day Morning Check-in ProcedureRace Morning Clothes BagWarm Up and StartSwim CourseBike CourseBike Shipping & Bike Tech InformationRun CourseFinish Line PolicyEvent SanctionRace TimingRun Gear Bag RecoveryMedical InformationAID StationsPost- Race MassageAwards CeremonyClosing PartyOfficial PhotographsQualifying for the 2014 Ironman70.3 World ChampionshipRegistration for the 2014 Ironman 70.3 CozumelSponsors135567778101010111214151921212123232424242424242627

2Message from the Head Referee:METLIFE IRONMAN 70.3 COZUMEL will operate under the “three strikes and you’re out” principle.Even though DRAFTING is the only violation that incures a time penalty (to be served in the nearest penalty tentat various spots on the bike course ); any type of violation counts toward your three strikes.For example:1. DRAFTING violation (four minutes served in a bike course penalty tent)2. HELMET CHINSTRAP violation3. LITTERING violation – a third violation results in disqualification (DQ)Again, any combination of the three rule violations will result in a DQ. To maximize your understanding of therules on race day, please take the time to read and understand the following summary of Position Violations.• Always ride on the right side of your lane to avoid an ILLEGAL POSITION or BLOCKING call• Keep four bike lengths (7 meters) between your bike’s front wheel and the rear wheel of the cyclist in frontof you to avoid a DRAFTING call• Always pass on the left of the cyclist in front of you, never on the right to avoid an ILLEGAL PASS call• Complete your pass within 20 seconds to avoid a DRAFTING call• If passed, drop back four bike lengths before attempting to re-pass to avoid an OVERTAKING orDRAFTING callA Triathlon is an individual event, and it is your responsibility to fully understand the rules in order to avoidpenalties. In the case of Position Violations, the judges´ ruling is final and is not open to protests or appeals.The following are several other common rule violations:• HELMET CHINSTRAP—the chinstrap of your helmet must be securely fastened whenever you are onyour bike on race day!• RACE NUMBER—you must display your race number during the bike and run portions of the race, andyour bike number must be properly attached to your bike and be visible.• LITTERING—do not throw away ANYTHING outside of official aid stations!• UNAUTHORIZED EQUIPMENT—sorry, absolutely no cell phones, MP3 players, Oakley Thumps, iPodsor other audio listening devices!• OUTSIDE ASSISTANCE—do NOT accept any assistance from anyone other than a race official, and doNOT have non-racers ride or run alongside you!You must go to a penalty tent for any violation to have your number marked, and all violations counttoward your three strikes. There will be no penalty tents on the run. If you are penalized on the run,the official will mark your number on the spot.Please remember to treat other athletes, volunteers and your judges with respect and to be considerate. Notdoing so is considered UNSPORTSMANLIKE CONDUCT and may result in disqualification.Good Luck!Metlife Ironman 70.3 Cozumel Head Referee

4SCHEDULE OF EVENTS / OFFICIAL PROGRAMSaturday, September 21, 201311:30 am- 12:30 pm1:00 -7:00 pm1:00 -7:00 pmMANDATORY COMPETITORS PRE-RACE MEETING, in Spanish at: Cozumel &Resort Hotel (1km away from expo site).Free transportation from host hotels to the transition area at: Chankanaab park andback. Shuttle service is every 15 minutes. The last bus departs from host hotels at6:45 pm.Mandatory bike and running gear bag check- in at transition area.SEE BIKE CHECK- IN SECTION FOR TIME DEPENDING ON YOUR BIB NUMBER.1:00 -7:00 pmBike mechanical service center opens in Transition area.Sunday, September 22, 20135:15 - 5:45 am5:30 - 6:30 am7:00 am3:31 pm12:30 - 4:00 pm5:00 pm6:00 - 7:00 pm7:00 pm7:30 pm9:00 pmFree transportation from host hotels to transition area.Transition area and swimming warm up opens at Chankanaab park. Here one canget re-marked if necessary.Start of Metlife Ironman 70.3 Cozumel.Official end of Metlife Ironman 70.3 Cozumel.Bike pick- up from transition area.Reassignment (roll down) of slots for the Ironman 70.3 WorldChampionship 2014 in Mont-Tremblant, Quebec, Canada.Location: Playa MiaSLOT allocation for the Ironman 70.3 World Championship 2014Location: Playa MiaRolldown for the Ironman 70.3 World Championship 2014,Mont - Tremblant, Quebec, CanadaAwards ceremony. Location: Playa MiaClosing party. Location: Carlos´ n Charlie´s and Señor Frog´s restaurants in PuntaLangosta Shopping Center.* Important:This schedule could be modified, please check the event website and attend pre- race meetings forthe latest updates.

6ATHLETE WRISTBANDA wristband will be fixed to your wrist at athlete check-in. This band will identify you as an official participantand must be worn during the event days. The wristband allows you access to the carb dinner, transition areaand post-race athlete recovery area. You will not be allowed to remove your bicycle and/or gear from thetransition area following the race without your wristband fixed to your wrist. Please do not remove yourwristband until after the awards ceremony.ATHLETEPERSONAL SAFETYAlways train with at least one other person (especially in the open water). While swimming, please wear abrightly colored swim cap and ensure that your family members and/or friends know where you are.When training, please bike and run on the hard shoulder without moving into the traffic lane. Please becourteous and aware that the people sharing the roads with you are people you will count on during race dayto fulfill your physical and emotional needs. Please ride single file, as biking side by side is illegal.As you are one of Cozumel’s guests, please respect and obey the traffic laws during your training practices.If you violate these laws you may be sanctioned. You are required to carry proper identification at all times. Ifyou are stopped, you must present your identification to the inquiring officer. Failure to do so may result inrace disqualification. Your cooperation is appreciated.AFTER SWIM AND RUNNING GEAR BAG’SDuring athlete check-in you will receive two bags:• Clear Bag: pre- race clothes (this will be given on race day to those who have requested itbeforehand).• Gray Bag: morning clothes bag (swimming gear)• Blue Bag: running gear

7Please pack the correct gear in the appropriate bag and place them in the transition area according to theinstructions below. Be sure all of your gear is clearly marked with your name and race number and do thiswith the stickers provided in your package.• The blue running gear bag should be brought with you to T1 on Saturday, September 21st during thebike check in.• The gray bag is for putting the swimming gear after the swim: you will place the swim gear bag in yourappropriate rack spot in the transition area following the completion of your swim. You may place swimgoggles, cap, towel and all items in the gray bag in order to retrieve your gear after the race. If you choosenot to place the items in the bag you will not receive your bag at T2 following the completion of your race.• The clear race morning clothes bag that had to be requested on the 22nd of September from 5:30 to6:30 a.m. at the buses located inside T1, will be taken to T2 by the organization committee.MANDATORYPRE-RACE MEETINGThe organization committee and the Mexicanrace; this will be your chance to answer questionsyou may have, so please assist to one of themeetings. See below for meeting times.The meetings will take place at the Cozumel &Resort hotel (1km away from the Punta LangostaShopping Center (package pick- up venue) :Friday, September 20th.SPANISH SPOKEN: 5:00 -6:00 pmSaturday, September 21th.ENGLISH SPOKEN: 10:00 – 11:00 amSaturday, September 21th.SPANISH SPOKEN: 11:30 am – 12:30 pmWELCOME DINNEREach athlete will receive a complimentary entry to theWelcome Dinner on Friday, September 20th from6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Playa Mia.Please do not remove the wristband prior to thedinner or you will be denied entry.Dinner tickets for the general public will be availablefor purchase at the dinner entrance (a VERYLIMITED number of tickets will be sold).Price $15 USDThere will be free direct transportation from PuntaLangosta Plaza to Playa Mia, From 5:30pm to 8:15pmSWIM PRACTICEPrior to race day, acclimatize yourself to the waterconditions by participating in the practice swim onSaturday morning (7:00 – 9:00 a.m.). Whileswimming during the scheduled practice swims,always follow the instructions of water safetypersonnel and wear a brightly colored swim cap.Do not swim out beyond the buoys and never swimalone!There will not be free transportation from host hotelsto the practice swim.

RACE DAYINFORMATION

10RACE DAY PARKINGThe Chankanaab parking lot will be used astransition area 1 so there will not be any parkingspace availableinside the park. Parking on the road is strictlyprohibited, so please use the host hotel´stransportation or a taxi to get there.The only way for spectators to get to the Finish lineat City Hall and where transition area 2 is, will be totake the free event transportation departing from8:40 a.m. from Chankanaab or to take a taxi.RACE MORNINGCLOTHES BAGPrior to the swimming start on race morning, place any items(e.g., dry clothes, hotel room key, meds) you may need afteryou finish, in your race morning clothes bag. The racemorning clothes bag drop buses will be clearly marked andwill be located inside the transition area. Please do not placeany valuables in your race morning clothes bag. During therace your race morning clothes bag will be transported to thetransition 2 area next to the Cozumel City Hall for you tocollect after the race.RACE MORNINGCHECK-IN PROCEDUREThe transition area will open at 5:30 a.m. on raceday. Plan to arrive early. Be sure to take intoaccount the 15-minute walk from the transition areato the swimming start area.If you need to be marked with your number again,this will begin at 5:30 a.m. at the transition 1entrance. You will not be permitted into theswimming start area on race day without yourwristband, swim cap, timing chip and your bodymarked with your number. If you have misplacedany of these items, please go to the support tentinside the transition area for a replacement. Do notapply sunscreen, oil, Vaseline or lotion until afteryour body has been marked.

11WARM-UP AND START LINEThere will NOT be an opportunity to warm up in the water prior to the start of the race.All the athletes will have to warm up inside the designated area; every athlete must be out of the water atleast 15 minutes before their respective start. It will not be permitted to warm- up inside the swimmingcourse; doing so can result in disqualification.All competitors will be called to the pre start holding area15 minutes before their start. From there, you willwalk into the water. All athletes must be marked with their number before entering this zone. If you need anew number marking on your body, you can have it done under the tents at the athlete´s area next to thestart-line holding area. Follow the race official´s instructions and wait for the signal to start your race.AGE GROUP START SWIM CAP WAVEELITE MALE07:00 a.m.WHITE1ELITE FEMALE07:01 a.m.WHITE240-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-50, 60-64,65-70,75-79, 80 + FEMALE07:04 a.m.GREEN350-54, 55-59, 60-64,65-69,70-74,75-79,80 + MALE07:06 a.m.YELLOW445-49 MALE07:10 a.m.ORANGE535-39 MALE07:13 a.m.RED618-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39 FEMALE07:15 a.m.PINK740-44 MALE30-34 MALE18-24, 25-29 MALERELAYS07:21 a.m.07:26 a.m.07:29 a.m.07:31 a.m.GRAYBLACKPURPLEWHITE891011

SWIM 1.2 MILESPUNTA NORTEPLAYA DEL CARMEN12Mi (19km)MELIÁ COZUMEL GOLF & BEACH REL COZUMELEÑO BEACH RESORTFERRYDOCKCOZUMELINTERNATIONALAIRPORTCHANKANAABPARKCRUISE SHIP PIERCOZUMEL REEF MARINE PARKABIKE STARTRafael E. Melgar Av.C11 Av.BIKE FINISHSan Miguel PlazaRUN START30 Av.City Hall Plaza/FINISH LINESan MiguelBenito Juarez Av.HOTEL COZUMEL & RESORTPARK ROYALPRESIDENTE INTERCONTINENTALISLA COZUMEL“CUZAMIL” means “Island of the Swallows”SAN GERVASIORUINSSUNSCAPE SABOR COZUMELOCCIDENTAL ALLEGRO COZUMELOCCIDENTAL GRANDIBEROSTAR COZUMEL HOTELBBIKE SWIM 112 1.2 Mi MILES (180km)AID STATIONPENALTY BOX

Course summaryBIKE COURSE – 56 MILESThe bike course is flat and paved and it starts at the CHANKANAAB parking lot (T1), and finishes at T2 next toCozumel’s City Hall in the heart of downtown. You´ll have to complete 1.3 laps along the Highway around theIsland in a counter clockwise direction. Every lap will go by the City Hall, between T2 and the finish line.Upon leaving T1 at Chankanaab Park, turn right on the Cozumel highway for about 12 miles towards the southside of the Island (Punta Sur). At this point you will continue towards the north for about 9 miles right next to theocean, with strong cross winds until you reach the junction with Juarez Ave. You will see a place called(Mezcalitos), where you will turn left and go straight until you reach 30th Ave. Here you´ll turn left and go straightto 11th street, turn right towards City Hall to complete lap 1 and then go towards Chankanaab park, pass it andgo straight until the Iberostar hotel where you will turn back to City hall and you will have finished this beautiful bikeride.The entire course is flat and the pavement is in perfect condition.Aid Stations on the course will keep the atheletes fueled.** Important: Due to the strong cross winds during a portion of the bike segment, the use of disc wheels will bestrictly forbidden, please take this into consideration to select your racing wheels. Race officials will monitor thisat the bike check in.Important:*PARTICIPANTS ARE REQUIRED TO WEAR THEIR BIB NUMBER ON THEIR BACK DURING THIS SEGMENT.* DRAFTING IS NOT ALLOWED.*BLOCKING IS NOT ALLOWED.*NO EXTERNAL AID OR SUPPORT IS ALLOWED.*DURING THE BIKE RIDE YOU WILL FIND WATER BOTTLES (FILLED WITH WATER) AT THE AID STATIONSTHAT WILL BE EXCHANGED FOR PARTICIPANTS PERSONAL BOTTLES, THERE WILL ASLO BE GATORADEBOTTLES.*ATHLETES CAN WALK WITH THEIR BIKES IF NECESSARY.* Bike cut off time is 5:00 hours.BIKE PROFILE56 MiBIKE PROFILE0 Mi 8 Mi 16 Mi 24 Mi 32 Mi 40 Mi 48 Mi 56 MiAID Station

15BIKE SHIPPINGThere is not an official service provider of bike transportationfor this event.If you decide to take your bike with you and in orderto avoid inconveniences with Mexican customs, westrongly recommend taking it as part of yourbaggage and NOT shipping it.Most airlines recommend that you use the followingprocedures when transporting yourbike:• Pack your bike as if you were shipping a carton ofeggs. Do everything you can to ensure damage-freedelivery.• Label your bike case clearly with your name,address, etc., so it can be identified quickly.• If you plan to arrive in Cozumel immediately beforethe bike check in, you risk havingyour bike arrive after you do.Plan ahead!BIKE TECH SERVICESThe official bike shop and technical provider of theevent will open their event store and tech servicecenter at Punta Langosta Shopping Center, hosthotels and transition area. They will be staffed byexpert bike technicians and stocked with great dealson a variety of merchandise (tires, tubes, CO2, andmore).Please look at the event official program for servicedates and times.TECH TIPS & OTHERDETAILSBike tuning will not be provided at bike check-in, althoughtechnicians will be available. Athletes are ultimatelyresponsible for their own bikes. However, race officialsmay, at their discretion, make final judgment as to thesoundness of the bikes.Prior to mandatory bike check-in on Saturday, be sureyour bar-end plugs are in place and you have no loosespokes, brakes, headsets, stripped cables, etc. Adjustthe hubs and position handlebars correctly. Ensure thatcables and tires are in good condition and sew-up tiresare glued properly onto the rims. Securely fasten allequipment you may carry with you on race day.To avoid an unexpected flat tire, wait until race morning toinflate your tires to their proper air pressure. As there willbe a limited number of pumps available in the transitionarea on race morning, we recommend you bring yourown. However, you must give your pump to a familymember or friend before the race start, since pumps willnot be accepted with your pre-swim bags.For security and safety reasons, bikes will not be allowedout of the transition area oncebike check-in begins on Saturday. No one will be allowedto enter the bike compound unless accompanied by arace official.On race day, bike tech vehicles will patrol the course toaid in emergency repairs, but itis the sole responsibility of every athlete to carry thenecessary items to make their ownrepairs and continue with their race.

16BIKE COURSE RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS1. All bikes must display the bike frame number and it must be clearly visible. The bike number will be a stickerthat you have to fix to your bike seat frame.2. Tandems, recumbents, fairings or any add-on device designed exclusively to reduceresistance are not allowed. Any new, unusual or prototype equipment will be subject todetermine its legality by Ironman and / or the Chief Race Official.3. All bikes must be checked- in the Saturday prior to race day. Race officials reserve theright to reject any bike or helmet not meeting safety standards. If the bike does not meetsafety standards, the athlete will be required to correct the problem before participating in the race. Once your bikeis checked into the transition area, only small covers on the seat and/or computer will be allowed. Large plasticbags that cover the entire bike will not be permitted.4. Position Rules:a. Absolutely NO DRAFTING of another bike or any other vehicle is allowed.b. Athletes must ride single file on the far right hand side of the road except when passing another rider. Side-bysideriding is not allowed.c. Overtaking riders may pass on the left for up to 20 seconds, but must move back to the right side of the road,after passing.d. Riders must keep 7 meters (~4 bike lengths) distance between bikes except when passing (10 meters for eliteor pro athletes).e. An overtaken rider must fall back 7 meters (~4 bike lengths) before attempting to regain the lead from a frontrunning bike (10 meters for elite or pro athletes).f. Athletes committing rules violations will be notified “on the spot” by an official.g. The official will:i. Call out your race number and notify you that you have received either a RED CARDfor drafting, or a YELLOW CARD for any other penalty. The official will show you the corresponding colored card.ii. Instruct you to report to the next penalty tent (PT) on the course. There will be six (6) PTs on the course (one atevery aid station) and one in the second transition area.i. Report to the next PT and tell the PT Official whether you received a RED CARD or a YELLOW CARD. If you failto report to the next PT, you may be disqualified.h. The Athlete Should:ii. Have race numbers marked by the PT Official with a “/” for drafting or a “P” for all other penalties.iii. Register, via the sign-in sheet.iv. Resume the race immediately, upon having your numbers marked with a “P” and registering, for all non-draftingviolations (YELLOW CARD).v. Remain in the PT for four (4) minutes for each drafting violation (RED CARD), the official at the PT will take apicture of you for proof that you attended.vi. Be disqualified if you receive any combination of three penalties. If you are disqualified, you may finish the bikecourse but may not start the run.vii. Risk disqualification for not reporting to the PT.5. Shoes must be secured to bike pedals. Shoes may NOT be beside the bike.6. Each participant must wear the Metlife Ironman 70.3 Cozumel issued race number at all times while on thecourse. Folding or cutting race number or intentional alteration of any kind is STRICTLY PROHIBITED. Race beltsmay be worn.7. CPSC-approved helmets are required during the entire bike ride, including in and out of the transition area. Anyathlete riding without an approved helmet or chinstrap not fastened may be disqualified. Alterations to a hard-shellhelmet, which affect its integrity, are not allowed.

BIKE 56 MilesPUNTA NORTEPLAYA DEL CARMEN12Mi (19km)MELIÁ COZUMEL GOLF & BEACH RESORTEL COZUMELEÑO BEACH RESORTFERRYDOCKCOZUMELINTERNATIONALAIRPORTCHANKANAABPARKCRUISE SHIP PIERCOZUMEL REEF MARINE PARKABIKE STARTRafael E. Melgar Av.C11 Av.BIKE FINISHSan Miguel PlazaRUN START30 Av.City Hall Plaza/FINISH LINESan MiguelBenito Juarez Av.HOTEL COZUMEL & RESORTPARK ROYALPRESIDENTE INTERCONTINENTALISLA COZUMEL“CUZAMIL” means “Island of the Swallows”SAN GERVASIORUINSSUNSCAPE SABOR COZUMELOCCIDENTAL ALLEGRO COZUMELOCCIDENTAL GRANDIBEROSTAR COZUMEL HOTELBU TURNBIKE (56 112 Miles) (180km)AID StationPENALTY BOX

19RUN COURSE – 13.1 MILES (2 LAPS)Course summarywhere the main plaza is located, and historic neighborhoods.The entire course will be marked at every mile and every 5k.Aftetents).The run will start towards the north along the main street (Rafael Melgar Ave.) until reaching the turnaround point near thethe main plaza.Car access will be totally restricted in this course.You will find Aid Stations from 500m, and then every other Km withice, Fuel 2 Go (gel), Vaseline, Pepsi and medical assistance.Cut off time: 8 hoursWRUN COURSE RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS1. No form of locomotion other than running or walking is allowed.2. Runners must wear their bib number at all times on the course. Race numbers issuedbib number is strictly prohibited. The bib number must be placed on the front part of the runner and securely attached.Race belts may be worn. Shoes and shirts are required on the run segment, bare torsos are not allowed.3. This is an individual event. Individual support vehicles or non-participant escort runners are prohibited and will resultcompetitors, is not allowed.A non-participant escort runner includes participants who have withdrawn from the race,to run with other participants who are still competing.authorities.RUN PROFILE13.1 Mi0 Mi 3 Mi 6 Mi 9 Mi 12 MiAID Station every .31 Miles

RUN – 13.1 MILES (2 LAPS)PUNTA NORTEDEL CARMENkm)U TURNMELIÁ COZUMEL GOLF & BEAEL COZUMELEÑO BEACH RESORFERRYDOCKCOZUMELINTERNATIONALAIRPORTU TURNU TURNC11 Av.San Miguel PlazaRUN START30 Av.SAN GERVASIORUINSelgar Av.BIKE FINISHCity Hall Plaza/FINISH LINESan MiguelBenito Juarez Av.HOTEL COZUMEL & RESORTPARK ROYALIDENTE INTERCONTINENTALRUN BIKE 13.1 112 MILES Mi (180km) (2 LAPS)AID STATIONSwallows”PENALTY BOX

21FINISH LINE POLICYFriends and/or family members are not permitted to cross the finish line or enter the finish gantry with participatingathletes. This policy will allow each competitor adequate time to celebrate their accomplishment without interferingwith other finishers and ensure the safety of all participants, volunteers and fans. Athletes who choose not torespect the policy will receive an automatic disqualification (DQ).EVENT SANCTIONThe Mexican Triathlon Federation (FMTRI) will sanction the 2013 Metlife Ironman 70.3 Cozumel and the event willabide by their rules and their officials.Any abuse of marshals, race officials or volunteers is grounds for immediate disqualification.RULES APPLYING TO ALL SEGMENTS OF THE RACEIt is the athlete’s responsibility to know all aspects of the swim, bike and run.1. Participants are expected to follow directions and instructions of all race officials and public authorities.2. Course marshals shall have the authority to disqualify any participant.3. Medical personnel shall have ULTIMATE and FINAL authority to remove a participant from the race if thecompetitor is judged to be physically incapable of continuing the race without risk of serious injury or death.Medical transport of any competitor will result in disqualification.4. No participant can use a Performance Enhancing drug or procedure. All doping processes and violations will behandled in strict accordance to the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). A list of banned substances is availableat: http://www.wada-ama.org/en/ dynamic.ch2?pageCategory.id+370, also known as the WADA Prohibited List.Participants may be requested to undergo drug testing before and after the event. If you are requested to do so,you hereby agree to abide by such testing procedures.5. The Medical Control Rules set forth by FMTRI, in harmony with WADA regulations and policies on bannedsubstances, will be enforced for all participants. In addition, other rules and regulations even if not yet recognizedby the WADA, may be instituted, and if this occurs, you agree to abide by them.6. Should any participant have an Adverse Analytical Finding according to the WADA code, all procedures withregards to handling of the sample, notification, testing of the B Sample, adjudication and suspensions will beperformed in accordance with the WADA code.7. Fraud, theft, abusive treatment of volunteers or others and acts of poor sportsmanship are grounds forimmediate disqualification and will result in the competitor being suspended from competing in any IRONMANevent in the future.8. If an athlete decides to withdraw from the race at any time, it is the responsibility of the participant to report tothe timing tent located at the finish line and turn in their bib number and timing chip immediately. It is essential thatrace officials know where competitors are on the course at all times. Failure to comply after withdrawing from therace may result in the competitor being banned from competing in any IRONMAN event in the future.

229. Metlife Ironman 70.3 Cozumel reserves the right to make rule changes at any time provided all athletes arenotified in writing and/or at the pre-race athlete briefing meetings.10. As an FMTRI-sanctioned race, the Metlife Ironman 70.3 Cozumel will subscribe to FMTRI rules specifically,professional athletes may not win age group awards and age group athletes are not eligible for prize money.11. Communication devices of any type are strictly prohibited during competition. Use of such devices may resultin disqualification.12. IRONMAN does not allow the transfer of an athlete’s registration to another; no exceptions will be made to thisrule. Any attempt to transfer registration will result in disqualification and suspension from future participation in anyIronman event.PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED DIVISION RULESSupplemental rules and regulations pertaining to the Physically Challenged division are consistent with FMTRIrules.Swim1. IRONMAN reserves the right to seed the contestant at the swim start line (i.e., early start, late start, designatedwave, etc.).2. The athlete may use a wetsuit during the competition. Each athlete must obtain approval from IRONMAN priorto the race for all swimwear and accessories to be used during the swim. Any change thereafter will be groundsfor disqualification. The use of any flotation devices is prohibited unless otherwise approved by IRONMAN.Bike1. Cycling conduct and specifications are consistent with FMTRI rules.2. Handcycles are allowed. Race officials reserve the right to reject any bike not meeting safety standards.3. Equipment must otherwise conform to all other general rules for bicycles as it pertains to the Ironmancompetition, including no add-on device(s) that may reduce wind resistance or enhance aerodynamics of thebicycle/handcycle, regardless of any secondary benefit.4. Participants are required to maintain control of his/her bicycle/handcycle and to operate at a reasonable speedso as not to threaten the safety and well being of aid station volunteers, other competitors, race officials andspectators. Operation of a bicycle/handcycle in a dangerous or reckless manner will be grounds fordisqualification.5. A CPSC-approved helmet is required during the entire handcycle (bike) segment including in and out of thetransition area. Any athlete riding without an approved helmet or chinstrap not fastened will be disqualified.

23RUN GEAR BAG RECOVERYYou are required to reclaim your bicycle and running gear bag at the second transition area (T2) after the race(Sunday 12:30 – 4:00 p.m.). You must have your athlete wristband on for entry into the transition area.There will not be event provided shuttle bus services from T2 to host hotels after the race, you may get a taxi rightnext to the T2, please note that some of the host hotels are along the race course, you may expect delays to getto your destination.MEDICALThere will be medical staff and facilities throughout therace course. Trained individuals will be stationed alongthe swim course (in boats and on rescue boards) toassist you in case of an emergency.Additionally, there will be a primary medical aid station atthe finish line, as well as mobile medical teams roamingthe course. Over half of the visits occur afterparticipants have finished the race. Please do not leavethe recovery area after the finish line, until you and yourfriends are sure you are okay, until you can drink withoutvomiting and stand without dizziness. The medical aidstation at the finish line will officially close 8 hours afterthe last swim start. All athletes seeking medicalattention after that time will be referred to localemergency room facilities.All medical expenses incurred are the sole responsibilityof the athlete and not Metlife Ironman 70.3 Cozumel.Particular dangers include dehydration, hyponatremia,sunburn, exhaustion and injuries sustained fromaccidents. Please ask for medical help if you have theslightest symptom or don’t feel well. You will not bepenalized for receiving a medical evaluation. You will bewithdrawn from the race only if you requiretransportation, IV fluids or if medical personnel feel yourcontinued participation could result in serious harm ordeath.During events of extreme endurance, the body’s painthreshold is raised, and you may be in more troublethan you realize. The medical personnel will do all theycan to keep you in the race and assure a safe finish.Also, please be attentive when taking water, sportsdrinks or other supplies from volunteers when you’re onyour bike to avoid the possibility of accident or injury toyourself or another.Please trim your fingernails and toenails prior to the startof the race to avoid injury to other athletes. Beespecially careful to rinse your goggles of anyexcess defogger solutions to avoid eye irritation.If you spend three months prior to the event in aclimate cooler than Cozumel, we suggest youconsider an acclimation period in Cozumel beforethe race. The chances of dehydration and electrolyteimbalance can be reduced significantly by taking thetime to acclimatize.Stay with your familiar and proven routine regardingtraining, nutrition and equipment, especially justprior to the race. This also applies to pre-race dietaryintake and medications. It is recommended youavoid an extreme elimination diet. Adequate saltintake during training and during the event isespecially important.If you are taking any medications, or have anymedical problem that may influence yourperformance or your treatment in the event of aninjury, advise us of all necessary details well inadvance of race day. Failure to do so will result insuspension of participation in future IRONMANevents.You are solely responsible for avoiding medicationsthat appear on the list of banned substances asdetermined from WADA.Feedback from previous IRONMAN contestantsindicates we can never over emphasize theimportance of hydrating prior to and during theevent. Metlife Ironman 70.3 Cozumel chief physicianrecommends you begin hydrating heavily severaldays before the race and drink enough water soyour urine is clear, colorless and copious by raceday.

AID STATIONSThroughout the bike course, there will be aid stationswhich will be located at KM 10, 20, 34, 40, 50, 60, 70and 80 to supply you with Gatorade Regular Formula(lemon-lime and orange flavors) in ready-to-drinksport-top bottles, water and ice. Be sure to toss emptybike bottles and sports nutrition wrappers at the droptargets immediately prior to each aid station. Waterbottles will be exchanged at the aid stations. Individualbottles will not be returned to athletes.On the running course, aid stations will be locatedapproximately every kilometer and will offer GatoradeRegular Formula (lemon-lime and orange flavor), water,Pepsi, Fuel 2 Go (gel), ice, sunscreen and mosquitorepellent.There will be portable toilets at each of the aid stationsat the bike and running courses.POST RACE SPORTSMASSAGE THERAPYOn race day, the team will offer complimentary10-minute post-race massages at the recoveryzone.AWARDS CEREMONYSunday, September 22nd, 7.30pm at Playa Mia.It’s time for cheer and to celebrate you are an Ironman!There will be food and drink available for sale.RACE PHOTOGRAPHYFUEL2GO is the energy you need to perform at yourbest in your physical activity, as it features the newesttechnology in foods based on scientific studies relatingto sports nutrition.It has been shown that duringmoderate intensity exercise or intermittent exerciselasting longer than 1 hour, consuming 30-60 g ofcarbohydrates has great benefits as it reduces fatigueand improves physical performance.FUEL2GO contains 25.4 g of carbohydrates so it isrecommended to be consumed 15 minutes beforestarting physical activity and every 30 minutes, this inorder to consume about 50 g per hour.Furthermore,scientific studies show that there may be up to 65%more oxidation and better utilization when usingmixtures of carbohydrates. Such is the case ofFUEL2GO, which is made from a mixture ofmaltodextrin, fructose and isomaltulose.FUEL2GO contains sodium and potassium, electrolytesthat lost in greater proportion with the sweat and alsocontains 25 mg of caffeine, which has beneficial effectsin terms of energy optimization and perception ofpersonal burnout.Finisher Pix is proud to have been selected as theOfficial Photographers for the event.Finisher Pix will photograph all athletes and makethese photos available on the event web site a fewdays after the event.So what do you need to do?1. Be sure to have your race / bib number visible atall times .2.Raise your arms and SMILE when you cross thefinish line!Best of luck and we’ll see you at the finish line!FinisherPix, is giving you the chance to order yourphotos now & save 20% before September 17th!Photos only: For only US$59 (regular price US$75),you can receive the FinisherPix Photo Pack in DigitalFormat. The FinisherPix Photo Pack includes ALLphotos we identify of you in all digital formats (Basicdigital image, Digital images with Finish Time andDigital images in certificate format.) A link todownload all images will automatically be emailed toyou when the photos are available online.24

25QUALIFYING FOR THE2014 IRONMAN 70.3WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPSunday September 22nd, 6:00pm to 7:00pmat Playa Mia1) Fifty (50) qualifying slots for the 2014 Ironman 70.3World Championship will be awarded. Please reviewthe table at the event site for the projected slotallocation by category. Final slot allocation will bedetermined on race day based on the number ofofficial starters.2) Look at the preliminary results after the race to knowif you have qualified to compete at the 2014 Ironman70.3 World Championship at Mont-Tremblant, Quebec,Canada , if so, you must assist the SLOT ALLOCATIONmeeting.You must claim your slot in-person. At the awardsceremony entrance at Playa Mia. Please be preparedpay the $400 CAD or $5200 Mexican pesos entryfee with CASH ONLY. Sorry we will not accept creditor debit cards, personal or traveler checks or any othercurrency. Any unclaimed slots will be rolled down tothe next eligible present finishers.ROLLDOWN PROCEDURE:Sunday, September 22nd, 7pm at Playa MiaREGISTRATION FORTHE 2014 IRONMAN70.3 COZUMELOnline registration for next year’s Ironman 70.3Cozumel (September 21st, 2014) will be available onwww.ironmanmexico.com starting at 12:00 p.m.central time on Monday, September 23rd, 2013.There will be no onsite registration.LOST & FOUNDWe highly recommend that you mark your gear withyour bib number, as Metlife Ironman 70.3 Cozumel isnot responsible for any lost items.1. The athlete must be present at the roll down whichwill be held right after the slot allocation to accept theslot. If the athlete is not present to accept the slot, theslot will be forfeited to another athlete.2. A slot will “roll down” to the next person (samegender) in a designated age group if the athlete originallyearning the slot is not present or has declined the slot.3. Slots must be rolled down within the same age groupand gender.4. Should any slot(s) “roll down” through an entire agegroup without being claimed, the slot (s) will be assignedto the age group within that gender having the largestnumber of athletes.5. If an athlete wins a slot, that slot must be used in theyear it is assigned.6 If an athlete wins a slot, they must pay all worldchampionship entry fees at the qualifying event.7. The race organization reserves the right to recall anyslots that may have been awarded in error.

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