Start - Swim
The race will start outside the Ridgepool Hotel in the River Moy. Note: the start will not take place beside the transition area. Participants will swim downstream under Ballina’s two bridges, for 750 metres. Wetsuits are compulsory. The Water Safety Team Leader (WSTL) will have responsibility for safety measures. The WSTL can withdraw participants at his/her discretion if he/she believes that there are in danger. If a swimmer is in difficulty he/she should lie on their back and raise an arm to attract the attention of the one of the rescue boats. Swimmers are asked to apply common sense – average or weak swimmers should remain at the back of the group at the start of race to allow stronger swimmers through.
Transition 1
Swimmers will reach the jetty where they will exit the water along the bank and proceed into the transition area. Competitors must put on their helmets and fasten it before removing their bikes from transition area. Do not mount bike in transition area. One of the race numbers supplied must be worn on competitors back. Failure to have your race number visible will result in a time penalty being awarded. Exit towards Arbuckle Row as directed by marshals.
