Transition

Transition is the area where you will place all of your gear e.g. bike, helmet, shoes etc, that you require for each stage of the event.  Everyone has different methods for what works for them in transition but the following is a popular option.

It's a good idea to have two 'areas'; one for the gear you are going to put on, and one for the gear you are going to take off.  Don't spread out too much though as space in transition will be limited.

In the 'out' area, have your bike stuff at the top and your running stuff underneath.  The 'in' area remains empty at the start of the event.  When you come out of the swim (or back from the duathlon first run), put your goggles and swim cap into the 'in' area; put on your tee shirt, shorts, helmet, sunglasses and whatever else you need from the 'out' area.  Walk/jog your bike out of the transition area, mounting your bike at the mount line (a red line of tape where the marshal is).  Once you get back from the cycle, head back to your area, take your helmet off and put it into the 'in' area and off you go for the last stage, the 'run/walk'.

No.  Transition is open to TriWoman only as it can get a bit frantic in there with hundreds women moving about the place!  We will take special care of those who request it, but only on a case by case basis.