Here's your 2017Athlete Guide! View this email in your browser Welcome to the 2017 Columbia Threadneedle Investments Boston Triathlon!

July 30, 2017 // 6:20 am

South Boston, MA mike@active-ethos.com.



Please continue to check the race website and Facebook page for the most up-to-date information about the event. We are thrilled to have you join us on Sunday, July 30th for a fun morning of racing. We have a fantastic field of athletes from all over the country. We strongly encourage you to take a moment to review this guide, which provides important details regarding race weekend. If you have any questions after carefully reading the guide, please contact Event Director Michael O'Neil atPlease continue to check theandfor the most up-to-date information about the event. Thank you to our 2017 Partners!

















Boston Medical Center (BMC), the largest safety-net hospital and leading provider of trauma and emergency services in New England, is the official charity partner for the 2017 Columbia Threadneedle Investments Boston Triathlon. Team BMC athletes will help fight the opioid epidemic plaguing the community and country by raising funds for BMC’s adolescent, young adult and adult addiction programs. Donate Now In Partnership with There are two FREE Clinics before the race! Final Prep Clinic at Boston Athletic Club (653 Summer Street)

Thursday July 27th from 6PM - 7:30PM. Receive advice for race day from experienced triathletes and coaches

See a Transition Area demonstration

Meet the organizers and ask last minute questions. Swim Course Preview with the Michael Phelps Skill Center.

DCR Carson Beach - Saturday July 29 th from 5:00PM - 5:45PM.

This Swim Safe Certified Open Water Clinic is a tri-safety clinic developed in collaboration with triathletes and open-water swimmers to address the challenges of swimming in open water. Focus is placed on breathing & maintaining breath control, addressing feelings of anxiety & panic that often occur when swimming in crowded conditions, and educating on open-water emergency situations. No need to RSVP, just show up with your swim gear!

Quick Snapshot Saturday, July 29, 2017 2:00 PM Kids Day Registration Opens

3:00 PM Kids Splash and Dash Sunday, July 30, 2017 6:20 AM Olympic Triathlon – Swim 1.5K, Bike 35K, Run 10K

– Swim 1.5K, Bike 35K, Run 10K 8:00 AM Sprint Triathlon - Swim 750m, Bike 17.5K, Run 5.5K Race Venues: Swim : A clockwise course that starts in front of the DCR McCormack Bathhouse and finishes near the Bayside Expo Center.

: A clockwise course that starts in front of the DCR McCormack Bathhouse and finishes near the Bayside Expo Center. Transition Area : Grassy area called DCR Mother's Rest Field, next to DCR Carson Beach.

: Grassy area called DCR Mother's Rest Field, next to DCR Carson Beach. Bike : William Day Blvd from Kosciuszko Circle to Shore Road, including DCR Head Island Causeway.

: William Day Blvd from Kosciuszko Circle to Shore Road, including DCR Head Island Causeway. Run : A cross-country style course around Moakley Park on paved pathways. One loop for the Sprint, and two loops for the Olympic.

: A cross-country style course around Moakley Park on paved pathways. One loop for the Sprint, and two loops for the Olympic. Race Village: The Race Village is located at the Boston Teacher’s Union.

The Race Village is located at the Boston Teacher’s Union. Finish/Post-Race : Finish along the beach at DCR Mother’s Rest, next to the transition area. The beer garden, expo and awards will take place in the Race Village.

: Finish along the beach at DCR Mother’s Rest, next to the transition area. The beer garden, expo and awards will take place in the Race Village. Parking: There will be parking available at the Corcoran Jennison Parking Lots, off Mt. Vernon Street. Spillover parking will be available at the UMass Bayside Expo Center, also accessible from Mt. Vernon Street. Parking is FREE for all participants and volunteers. See directions below. For detailed course descriptions, click here Course and Venue Maps



Pre-Race Info Saturday, July 29th 3:00 PM: Packet pick-up opens in the Race Village. Parking will be available at the adjacent Corcoran Jennison Parking Lots

Packet pick-up opens in the Race Village. Parking will be available at the adjacent Corcoran Jennison Parking Lots 5:00 PM: Swim Safety Clinic with Swim Director Heidi Pare (DCR Carson Beach)

Swim Safety Clinic with Swim Director Heidi Pare (DCR Carson Beach) 6:00 PM: Athlete Briefing at the Stage in the Race Village

Athlete Briefing at the Stage in the Race Village 7:00 PM: Packet Pickup Closes **OPTIONAL BIKE DROP OFF ** To ease congestion on race morning, we are offering athletes the chance to rack their bikes on Saturday. We encourage athletes to take advantage of overnight racking. We will have security watching the Transition Area throughout the night.



Sunday, July 30th 5:00 AM: Registration opens at the Race Village

Registration opens at the Race Village 5:15 AM: Transition Area opens (DCR Mother’s Rest)

Transition Area opens (DCR Mother’s Rest) 6:05 AM: Mandatory meeting for all Olympic Athletes at DCR McCormack Bathhouse (including relays)

Mandatory meeting for all Olympic Athletes at DCR McCormack Bathhouse (including relays) 7:30 AM: Registration closes

Registration closes 7:40 AM: Transition Area closes

Transition Area closes 7:45 AM: Mandatory meeting for all Sprint Athletes at DCR McCormack Bathhouse (including relays) You must have the following to pick-up your packet: Photo ID : Every athlete must show a Photo ID to receive his or her race packet. You may not pick up another competitor's packet or have someone pick up yours. This is a liability concern and will be enforced. No ID = No packet.

Every athlete must show a Photo ID to receive his or her race packet. You may not pick up another competitor's packet or have someone pick up yours. This is a liability concern and will be enforced. No ID = No packet. Proof of USA Triathlon Membership Card (if you are an annual member of USA Triathlon).The Boston Triathlon is sanctioned by USA Triathlon - the sport's governing body - which requires all participants to be either annual members or purchase a one-day license. If you are an annual member, you MUST show proof with either a card or printed confirmation, or through the USAT app. Bring your USAT card AND a photo ID. Without proof of membership, you will be charged for a one-day membership ($15). If you recently renewed your membership, but do not have a card, please bring proof of purchase. **If you are not an annual member of USA Triathlon, you have already paid for your one-day membership as part of your entry fee and you do not need a USAT card.



Additional Pre-Race Information Timing Chips: Chips will be distributed in the athlete packet you receive when you sign in. They come with a comfortable neoprene strap. These are disposable and do not need to be returned after the race (with the exception of relay chips). Relays will exchange their chip at their Transition spot.

Chips will be distributed in the athlete packet you receive when you sign in. They come with a comfortable neoprene strap. These are disposable and do not need to be returned after the race (with the exception of relay chips). Relays will exchange their chip at their Transition spot. Race Numbers: Although the race is chip-timed, you need to have your temporary race number tattoos on your body. You will receive these at packet pick up and should apply them before entering Transition. You will also receive a bike number that should be attached securely to the bike frame. The run bib number should be attached to your shirt with the provided safety pins or with a race number belt. It must be visible from the front as you cross the finish line. You are not required to wear your run number on the bike, but if you forget it in transition before the run, you may be told to go back and get it.

Although the race is chip-timed, you need to have your temporary race number tattoos on your body. You will receive these at packet pick up and should apply them before entering Transition. You will also receive a bike number that should be attached securely to the bike frame. The run bib number should be attached to your shirt with the provided safety pins or with a race number belt. It must be visible from the front as you cross the finish line. You are not required to wear your run number on the bike, but if you forget it in transition before the run, you may be told to go back and get it. Relays: All relay members must come to packet pick-up. One member can pick up the packet of numbers and tattoos, but each member must check-in and show ID to receive his or her t-shirt and race bag. IT IS CRITICAL THAT EVERY RELAY MEMBER CHECKS IN. Any relay that has not fully checked in will be removed from the event. See the Relay section below for more information about how timing chip hand-offs happen. Parking and Directions Parking

For the Saturday packet pick-up, there will be parking available at the Corcoran Jennison Lot, off of Mt. Vernon Street. Click here for a map.



Primary parking on Sunday will be at the Corcoran Jennison lots with spillover parking at the UMass Bayside lot. Both of these lots are accessible via Mt. Vernon Street and adjacent to the venue.



Directions to the Venue From the South – Take 93 North to Exit 15. Once off the highway, go right onto Columbia Rd and follow it to the traffic circle. Go a quarter of the way around the circle then exit toward William Day Blvd, and take an immediate right on Mt. Vernon St. Look for the Corcoran Jennison entrance sign (before the DoubleTree Hotel). The Corcoran Jennison lot is the first left off Mt. Vernon Street.

– Take 93 North to Exit 15. Once off the highway, go right onto Columbia Rd and follow it to the traffic circle. Go a quarter of the way around the circle then exit toward William Day Blvd, and take an immediate right on Mt. Vernon St. Look for the Corcoran Jennison entrance sign (before the DoubleTree Hotel). The Corcoran Jennison lot is the first left off Mt. Vernon Street. From the North -Take 93 North to Exit 15. Once off the Highway, go left onto Columbia Rd, and continue to the traffic circle. Go a quarter of the way around the circle then exit toward William Day Blvd, and take an immediate right on Mt. Vernon St. Look for the Corcoran Jennison entrance sign (before the DoubleTree Hotel). It is the first left off Mt. Vernon Street. Race Day Information Mandatory Athlete Meetings

There will be two pre-race meetings on Sunday morning at the DCR McCormack Bathhouse. All athletes are asked to attend, including relay members. The Race Director will review specific instructions and any last minute changes to the race. 6:05 AM: Olympic Distance pre-race meeting

7:45 AM: Sprint Distance pre-race meeting Race Day Timeline 5:00 AM: Transition Area & Packet Pickup Opens

6:05 AM: Mandatory Meeting for Olympic Distance Athletes

6:18 AM: Olympic Elite Wave Start

6:20 AM: Olympic Age Group Start (Waves Every 10 Minutes)

7:40 AM: Transition Area Closes

7:45 AM: Mandatory Meetings for Sprint Distance Athletes

8:00 AM: Sprint Age Group Start (Waves Every 5 Minutes)

10:00 AM: Post-Race Party Begins

11:00 AM: Awards Ceremony in the Race Village What to do on Race Morning



Arrival: Plan ahead and give plenty of time for travel. Be sure to have directions prepped ahead of time. Once you are parked, walk towards the Race Village. If you have not yet checked in, you will need to do so at the Race Village.



Enter the Transition Area: You will be allowed to enter the Transition Area on Sunday morning, starting at 5:00 am, however, you must be wearing your race tattoos to do so. There will be staff at the entrance of the Transition Area to check the condition of your bike and helmet. In order to race, your bike must be deemed suitable in the following ways: Tight, functioning brakes Tight headset (handlebars) Handlebar end-plugs in place (no exposed hollow handlebar ends - endo-bars and aero bar shifters are fine) Your helmet must be a bicycling-specific helmet, as defined by USA Triathlon Competitive Rules. Skateboarding, skiing, hockey, or any other type of helmet is not acceptable. Without an approved helmet, you will not be allowed to participate in the race. If you are not certain about the condition of your helmet or bicycle, please visit a bike shop and have a mechanic look over it before race weekend.



If you need to take your bike out for a warm-up, please use caution and walk your bike away from the Transition Area before mounting. All warm ups should be done on William Day Blvd, which will be closed starting at 5:30 AM. Remember that you have to wear a helmet whenever you are on your bike, even during warm up.



The Transition Area closes to Olympic athletes at 6:15 AM, and to Sprint athletes at 7:45 AM. After this time, you will not be allowed back in, and you should be heading to the swim start.



Getting to Swim Start: The swim start is near the DCR McCormack Bathhouse, which is approximately 1/4 mile down the beach from the Transition Area. You will need to walk from the Transition Area to the Swim Start along DCR Carson Beach. Swim waves will be staged immediately following the Athlete Briefing.



Wear or bring only what you need for the swim. The entire walk is on cleared pavement or sand. There may be sharp objects on the beach that you should be aware of, such as shells. If you choose to wear shoes/flip-flops, plan to hand them to a friend or family member at the swim start.



Spectators at the Swim Start: Spectators are encouraged to utilize the Harborwalk Path and paved trails along William Day Blvd to access various parts of the course. During the swim, spectators can stand on DCR Carson Beach between the Swim Start and Swim Exit, which will give great visibility of the entire course. Spectators are not allowed to enter any fenced off areas at any time, including the Swim Start, Swim Finish, or Transition Area. The Race The 2017 Columbia Threadneedle Investments Boston Triathlon will feature

Multi-Loop ITU-Style Races



Swim Details Click here for the 2017 Race Map

The swim is a clockwise course, starting under a large inflatable arch in front of the DCR McCormack Bathhouse and finishing on the beach nearby. The course will be marked with bright buoys and you will need to keep the buoys on your right the entire time. Based on feedback from previous years, we are increasing the number of buoys we have on the route this year. The finish will be marked with large inflatable columns. There will be carpeting at both the start and the finish.



The Sprint course is half the distance of the Olympic. There is a 45-minute gap between the last wave of the Olympic race and the first wave of the Sprint race. The swim is a clockwise course, starting under a large inflatable arch in front of the DCR McCormack Bathhouse and finishing on the beach nearby. The course will be marked with bright buoys and you will need to keep the buoys on your right the entire time. Based on feedback from previous years, we are increasing the number of buoys we have on the route this year. The finish will be marked with large inflatable columns. There will be carpeting at both the start and the finish.The Sprint course is half the distance of the Olympic. There is a 45-minute gap between the last wave of the Olympic race and the first wave of the Sprint race. Water Conditions: There will be very little current and plenty of water on race morning. We will be testing the water quality regularly leading up to the event, however Dorchester Bay has become one of the cleanest urban bodies of water in America.

There will be very little current and plenty of water on race morning. We will be testing the water quality regularly leading up to the event, however Dorchester Bay has become one of the cleanest urban bodies of water in America. Wetsuits and Caps: The water temperature is currently in the low 70s. However, because of their buoyancy, wetsuits are recommended for all athletes as a safety precaution . Official race swim caps will be provided at registration and correspond to your wave assignment. You must wear the cap that you are given. Failure to do so is not only a major safety concern, but it may result in your disqualification. YOU CANNOT CHANGE WAVES WITHOUT FIRST TELLING THE TIMERS!

The water temperature is currently in the low 70s. However, because of their buoyancy, . Official race swim caps will be provided at registration and correspond to your wave assignment. You wear the cap that you are given. Failure to do so is not only a major safety concern, but it may result in your disqualification. YOU CANNOT CHANGE WAVES WITHOUT FIRST TELLING THE TIMERS! Swim Waves: Waves are assigned based on gender and age groups. The last waves will be novice men and women. The wave breakdown will be posted on the race website a few days before event weekend. The first wave of Olympic age group swimmers is scheduled to begin at 6:20 AM (elites start two minutes prior). Waves will go off every 8 minutes; however, there is a chance that a wave may be delayed slightly if we need to allow more time between athletes on the overall course.

Waves are assigned based on gender and age groups. The last waves will be novice men and women. The wave breakdown will be posted on the race website a few days before event weekend. The first wave of Olympic age group swimmers is scheduled to begin at 6:20 AM (elites start two minutes prior). Waves will go off every 8 minutes; however, there is a chance that a wave may be delayed slightly if we need to allow more time between athletes on the overall course. Safety: There will be safety boats and lifeguards in the water to monitor the swim. If you are in need of assistance during the swim, raise your arm in the air, or swim to the nearest kayak/boat. You are allowed to stop and rest on the boat without a penalty as long as you do not make any forward progress. If you do want to rest, please ask permission of the kayaker and grab onto the bow of the boat (not the side). If you have any health-related concerns or issues that race management should be aware of, please e-mail us (this information will be kept confidential).

Transition Area

The Transition Area (TA) will be located in the DCR Mother's Rest Field, next to the Bayside Expo. There are designated mount and dismount lines outside of the Transition Area. You are not allowed to ride your bike inside of the Transition Area at any time. If you mount your bike without wearing a buckled helmet, you will be penalized. Please note that there will be an Athlete Entrance / Exit that is separate from the Swim / Bike / Run chutes. This will be used to prevent unwanted chip reads before the race, and will help with flow once the TA opens after the race. Bike Racks: Rack space will be assigned by bib number. Please respect those athletes around you and do not use more than your fair share. There will be a path down the middle of the racks that must be kept open. Follow the signs and volunteers directing you where to go. If your bike is in the wrong location, a USA Triathlon official will move it to your assigned spot. Bike Details Click here for the 2017 Race Map

All athletes will use the same route. Olympic athletes will complete four loops (totaling 35K), while Sprint athletes will complete two (totaling 17.5K). THERE WILL NOT BE ANY NON-RACE TRAFFIC ON THE COURSE. We have changed the run course from last year to eliminate the possibility that runners and cyclists are on the road at the same time. All athletes will use the same route. Olympic athletes will complete four loops (totaling 35K), while Sprint athletes will complete two (totaling 17.5K). THERE WILL NOT BE ANY NON-RACE TRAFFIC ON THE COURSE. We have changed the run course from last year to eliminate the possibility that runners and cyclists are on the road at the same time. The Bike Course Leave the Transition Area and follow the marked course to William Day Blvd Turn right onto William Day Blvd, merging into existing bike traffic Follow Day Blvd all the way to the DCR Head Island Causeway Parking Lot Turn right on the DCR Pleasure Bay Path, keeping to the right of the cones Follow path to the Gazebo, and go around the circle counter-clockwise *IMPORTANT - There are S-turns getting on and off of the Causeway, so these are no passing areas. The entire Causeway is a controlled speed zone, and only safe passing is allowed. Turn right onto Day Blvd Turn around at Shore Road (follow the barricade) Return on Day Blvd Turn around in front of State Police Barracks Either continue on Day Blvd for next lap or take right into Bayside Driveway and go to the dismount line

We will be explaining the system for tracking laps at the pre-race meetings. There will not be a bottle exchange on the bike course.



Both sides of William Day Blvd will be caution-taped to prevent pedestrians from crossing the road at non-monitored spots, and it will be closed to crossing while there is two-way bike traffic. However, we cannot entirely control pedestrian crossing. Please be aware that people may try to run across the road without permission during the bike portion of the race, so keep your head up and pay attention to what's ahead.



IMPORTANT NOTES: Initial Merge out of Transition: As you exit the Transition Area, you should be aware that you will most likely be merging with athletes who have already completed loops of the course. They will be going straight on Day Blvd at a higher speed than you. Be sure to keep to the right and look back for oncoming bike traffic (just like you are merging on a highway in a car).

As you exit the Transition Area, you should be aware that you will most likely be merging with athletes who have already completed loops of the course. They will be going straight on Day Blvd at a higher speed than you. Be sure to keep to the right and look back for oncoming bike traffic (just like you are merging on a highway in a car). Passing other cyclists: Per USAT rules, you must ride as far to the right as possible on the bike course, unless you are passing another athlete. In order to make a pass, you must do so on the left and within 15 seconds of initiating the pass (see the USAT website for more information about passing). There is no crossing the double-yellow line at any time during the bike. If you are seen crossing the yellow line, you could be immediately disqualified and taken off the course. Be respectful of your fellow athletes by staying as far right as safety permits.

Per USAT rules, you must ride as far to the right as possible on the bike course, unless you are passing another athlete. In order to make a pass, you must do so on the left and within 15 seconds of initiating the pass (see the USAT website for more information about passing). If you are seen crossing the yellow line, you could be immediately disqualified and taken off the course. Be respectful of your fellow athletes by staying as far right as safety permits. Safety and Bike Support: If you need assistance, or if you see a cyclist who is hurt or stopped, please inform the next volunteer or police officer you see. Race staff and volunteers can assist you with any issues you might have. You risk getting a penalty by accepting help from anyone not involved with the race. Run Details Click here for the 2017 Race Map

Sprint Runners do one lap, Olympic Runners do two laps. The run is a cross-country style course that begins by exiting the Transition Area and follows the coned route onto Day Blvd. Turn left onto Day Blvd, and cross over to Moakley Park. The entire course will be in, or around, Moakley Park, and will be on paved sidewalks / trails.. After completing one full lap, Sprint athletes will head back toward the Transition Area / Finish Line, while Olympic athletes will continue straight for a second lap. There will be two water stations on the course, and you will pass both of them twice per lap. There will also be porto-johns at the aid stations.



IMPORTANT! There are a few sections of the route with two-way runner traffic. Whenever you are approaching oncoming runners, you need to stay to the right within the run lane.



Cutoff Times

In order to comply with the permitted road closure of Day Blvd, we must institute strict cutoff times for each leg of the race.



Olympic Sprint Runners do one lap, Olympic Runners do two laps. The run is a cross-country style course that begins by exiting the Transition Area and follows the coned route onto Day Blvd. Turn left onto Day Blvd, and cross over to Moakley Park. The entire course will be in, or around, Moakley Park, and will be on paved sidewalks / trails.. After completing one full lap, Sprint athletes will head back toward the Transition Area / Finish Line, while Olympic athletes will continue straight for a second lap. There will be two water stations on the course, and you will pass both of them twice per lap. There will also be porto-johns at the aid stations.IMPORTANT! There are a few sections of the route with two-way runner traffic. Whenever you are approaching oncoming runners, you need to stay to the right within the run lane.In order to comply with the permitted road closure of Day Blvd, we must institute strict cutoff times for each leg of the race. Swim: 8:15 AM

Bike: 10:15 AM Sprint Swim: 9:15 AM

Bike: 10:25 AM If you do not make any of these times, Race Management will remove your bib number and you will be listed as DNF in the results. You may continue on the route; however, you will be considered unofficial, and you will be asked to stop once the road reopens to traffic.



Relays

All relays will be given one timing chip that must be transferred between team members. Chip hand-offs will take place at the assigned relay rack. The cyclist and the runner will be allowed access to the Transition Area after the race begins. Once a relay member has completed his or her part of the race and handed off the chip, he or she must leave the transition area immediately. The relay member who cycled should leave his or her bike and retrieve it when the Transition Area reopens after the last participant finishes the bike course.



Safety

If you experience any problems during the race, or see another competitor in need of help, please inform a volunteer or race official. There will be medical staff patrolling the course and staged at potential problem areas. Post-Race and Other Considerations The Post-Race Celebration

Once you cross that finish line, its time to enjoy your accomplishment! Grab some post race food/drink and check out our NEW partners from Normatec who will be in the Athlete Zone with their incredible Recovery Systems. After that, come celebrate at the Post-race party, located a short walk from the finish line next to registration in the Race Village. Please join us for FREE unlimited beer for athletes, volunteers, and spectators!



Please note - the post-race area is limited to athletes, volunteers, friends and family. You will need an ID and only people 21+ can consume alcohol.



Our vendors will be going all day in the Race Village! We have many great vendors and partners this year. There will also be food trucks in the Race Village



The Awards Ceremony will take place at approximately 11:00 AM at the Race Village. We will be presenting awards to the top overall and category finishers, as well as to the top relays. We will also be awarding the Tri Club Champions Trophy! Zoom Multisport has had the trophy for two years running. Will they hand it over this year? We are also excited to award the FIRST EVER Boston Corporate Cup Trophy to the top corporate team.

Note: Any athletes under 21 who placed in their age group will be allowed into the Beer Garden temporarily to accept their award.



Retrieving Your Gear

You will be allowed back into Transition Area when race management deems it safe. There will be a special area designated for entering and exiting the TA while the race is still going. Race security personnel will be checking that your bib number matches up to your bike number before you can leave the TA with your gear and bike.



The Transition Area will be continually monitored until 1:00 PM. Feel free to enjoy the post-race area before picking up your bike and gear, or pick up your gear first, drop it at your car, and return to enjoy the festivities.



Timing will be done by Millennium Running, using MyLaps chip system technology. Live results will be available during the race, and full results will be posted on the race website immediately after.



Volunteers

Volunteers make this event possible! Please be sure to thank all the volunteers as you see them. If you know people who would like to be involved as a volunteer, have them sign-up online by using the link below. Volunteers receive a custon t-shirt, food, and drinks. Click here for the volunteer signup page!

Rules

ALL RULES ARE POSTED on the

NO CELL PHONES on the course, unless completely stored, out of sight, and not used as a music device.

Please remove any race numbers from other events prior to coming to the race. Any non-official numbers that are displayed may get you a penalty! Please, no GoPro or other POV cameras on helmets or bikes.



Severe Conditions and Inclement weather

The event will not be canceled for any reason other than severe conditions that pose extreme danger to athletes and volunteers. Race Management reserves the right to alter the course in whatever way they deem is in the best interest of athletes and volunteers. This includes, but is not limited to, shortening or changing the course, removing one or more of the sports, postponing the start, etc. If canceled, The Columbia Threadneedle Investments Boston Triathlon will not be rescheduled and entry fees will not be refunded. That being said, the forecast is looking great for race weekend!



Water Conditions at Carson Beach

We are working closely with the Department of Conservation and Recreation to monitor the conditions of the water at DCR Carson Beach. It is highly unlikely that the water will be deemed unsafe for swimming, but if so, we will be holding a duathlon. Athletes will be informed of this change at Packet Pick-up on Saturday. Please continue to check our website and Facebook page for updates. ALL RULES ARE POSTED on the USA Triathlon website . IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE RULES! Triathlon is an individual sport and therefore, certain rules are in place to prevent athletes from getting an unfair advantage. As a participant in a USA Triathlon Sanctioned event, you agree to abide by these rules. There will be a USA Triathlon official on the bike and run course, who are enforcing these rules.NO CELL PHONES on the course, unless completely stored, out of sight, and not used as a music device.Please remove any race numbers from other events prior to coming to the race. Any non-official numbers that are displayed may get you a penalty! Please, no GoPro or other POV cameras on helmets or bikes.The event will not be canceled for any reason other than severe conditions that pose extreme danger to athletes and volunteers. Race Management reserves the right to alter the course in whatever way they deem is in the best interest of athletes and volunteers. This includes, but is not limited to, shortening or changing the course, removing one or more of the sports, postponing the start, etc. If canceled, The Columbia Threadneedle Investments Boston Triathlon will not be rescheduled and entry fees will not be refunded. That being said, the forecast is looking great for race weekend!We are working closely with the Department of Conservation and Recreation to monitor the conditions of the water at DCR Carson Beach. It isthat the water will be deemed unsafe for swimming, but if so, we will be holding a duathlon. Athletes will be informed of this change at Packet Pick-up on Saturday. Please continue to check our website and Facebook page for updates. Kids Race! Stick around for the fun at the annual Splash & Dash, taking place at DCR Carson Beach on Saturday, July 29th at 3pm. If you have kids between the ages of 7 and 14 that are interested in participating, you can register them on site at 2 PM or by clicking here. For any kids under the age of 7, there will be a Fun Run!

Thank You! The Columbia Threadneedle Investments Boston Triathlon. We are excited to have you competing and promise to make this an experience you won't forget. Please contact Event Director Michael O'Neil at



Please continue to check on the race website for all of the most up-to-date information about the event: www.bostontri.com Once again, thank you for signing up for. We are excited to have you competing and promise to make this an experience you won't forget. Please contact Event Director Michael O'Neil at mike@active-ethos.com with questions or for more information. Keep in mind that we are very busy during race week, so E-MAIL is the best way to communicate with us! BEST OF LUCK WITH YOUR FINAL PREP AND

SEE YOU AT THE START LINE!



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