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ETU TNatura Cross Triathlon Germany 2014

RACE MANUAL

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INDEX

INDEX ....................................................................................................................................... I

INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................... 1

WELCOME ............................................................................................................................... 1

ABOUT ETU TNATURA ........................................................................................................ 1

VENUE ...................................................................................................................................... 2

TRAVEL .................................................................................................................................... 2

HOW TO ARRIVE .................................................................................................................. 3

AIRPORT ................................................................................................................................. 3

CLIMATE .................................................................................................................................. 4

GENERAL RULES FOR THE REGISTRATION ............................................................... 4

1 GENERAL INFORMATION .......................................................................................... 6

1.1 KEY DATE ......................................................................................................................................... 6

1.2 KEY CONTACTS ............................................................................................................................... 6

1.3 CONTACT DETAILS......................................................................................................................... 7

1.4 VENUE .............................................................................................................................................. 7

1.5 DOPING CONTROL ......................................................................................................................... 8

1.6 ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION....................................................................................................... 8

1.7 SECURITY ........................................................................................................................................ 8

1.8 GENERAL MAP ................................................................................................................................. 9

1.9 LOGISTICS MAP ............................................................................................................................ 10

2 MEDICAL SERVICE ..................................................................................................... 10

2.1 TRANSITION AREA ............................................................................................................................ 10

2.2 SWIM COURSE .................................................................................................................................. 11

2.3 MOUNTAINBIKE COURSE .................................................................................................................... 11

2.4 RUN COURSE .................................................................................................................................... 11

2.5 FINISH LINE/RECOVERY AREA ........................................................................................................... 11

2.6 EMERGENCY HELICOPTER .................................................................................................................. 11

2.7 HOSPITAL ......................................................................................................................................... 11

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3 COMPETITION INFORMATION .............................................................................. 12

3.1 COMPETITION SCHEDULE .................................................................................................................. 12

3.2 COMPETITION RULES ........................................................................................................................ 13

3.3 INSURANCE ....................................................................................................................................... 13

3.4 ATHLETES RACE PACKETS .................................................................................................................. 13

3.5 BRIEFING .......................................................................................................................................... 13

3.6 COMPETITOR IDENTIFICATION ........................................................................................................... 13

3.7 TIMING CHIP .................................................................................................................................... 13

3.8 COMPETITOR IDENTIFICATION WRISTBAND ....................................................................................... 13

3.9 COMPETITOR RACE NUMBER BIBS ..................................................................................................... 14

3.10 OUTSIDE ASSISTANCE ....................................................................................................................... 14

4 INFORMATION ABOUT THE RACE ........................................................................ 15

4.1 DISTANCES ....................................................................................................................................... 15

4.2 TRANSITION AREA........................................................................................................................... 15

4.3 RACE START ..................................................................................................................................... 16

5 SWIM COURSE ............................................................................................................ 17

5.1 SWIM COURSE .................................................................................................................................. 17

6 TRANSITION AREA T1 .............................................................................................. 18

6.1 TRANSITION T1 ................................................................................................................................ 18

7 MOUNTAIN BIKE COURSE ....................................................................................... 19

7.1 MTB COURSE ................................................................................................................................... 19

8 TRANSITION AREA T2 .............................................................................................. 20

8.1 TRANSITION T2 ................................................................................................................................ 20

9 RUN COURSE ................................................................................................................ 21

9.1 RUN COURSE .................................................................................................................................... 21

9.2 RUN AID STATION & COACH ZONE .................................................................................................... 21

10 FINISH LINE ................................................................................................................. 22

10.1 TIMING CHIP .................................................................................................................................... 22

10.2 MEDICAL TREATMENT ....................................................................................................................... 22

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10.3 RETURN OF THE BIKE – CHECK-OUT.................................................................................................. 23

10.4 RESULT............................................................................................................................................. 23

11 IMAGE & PRIVACY ..................................................................................................... 24

11.1 PHOTOGRAPHS .................................................................................................................................. 24

11.2 USE RIGHTS ..................................................................................................................................... 24

11.3 VARIOUS........................................................................................................................................... 24

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INTRODUCTION

The rules of the TNatura Germany race are enshrined in the ITU and ETU international rules.

The athlete is required to know and comply with the technical standards and regulations of ITU/ETU, together with the competition rules set out in the TNatura Germany Race Manual.

In case it is necessary to introduce changes and modifications of technical or logistical support to improve

the running of the event, the ETU Technical Delegate and the Manager Director of the race will

communicate those changes during the briefing to be held the day before the race.

WELCOME

Germany and the Black Forest Highlands are proud to present the TNatura Germany race on the newborn official racetrack TNatura ETU European Cross Series.

The Schluchsee lake and its surroundings are a suitable stage for an exciting and intense race, where

athletes can compete demonstrating all their strength and skill in an unforgettable event.

The Black Forest has always attracted sport lovers, and it can become a new reference test for Elite and Age Group athletes of Cross Triathlon.

The challenge of the second to last race of the circuit will be even more difficult and unbridled, as athletes will compete to get the highest score in order to position themselves at the top of the ranking.

ABOUT ETU TNATURA

ETU TNatura gives the opportunity to amateur and professional athletes of all ages to compete in

spectacular places and it offers a new way of understanding sports combining competition and adventure with the growing importance of natural resources and health.

ETU TNatura Cross Triathlon aims to become a lifestyle as well as a reference brand of the European and

international Off-Road triathlon. ETU TNatura is unique in its choice to race in sea or lake locations known for their particular environmental

worth. The competition encourages athletes to confront their limits accepting the challenge of hard and amazing off-road routes.

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VENUE Cuckoo! Welcome to the Black Forest Highlands!

The Black Forest Highlands are found at altitudes of between 700 and 1,500 metres and comprises the 15 villages of Breitnau, Eisenbach, Feldberg, Friedenweiler, Häusern, Hinterzarten, Lenzkirch, Löffingen,

Rothauser Land, Schluchsee, St. Blasien, St. Märgen, St. Peter and Titisee-Neustadt.

It is here that the world-famous cuckoo clock and delicious Black Forest gâteau have their home. The unique natural landscape of the Black Forest Highlands is located in the heart of the Southern Black

Forest Nature Park, the second largest of its kind in Germany. These surroundings offer the perfect setting for taking a deep breath of fresh mountain air and relaxing your

body and soul. The Black Forest Highlands – un-spoilt nature whose contrasts lend it its highly natural

charm. www.blackforesthighlands.info

TRAVEL TNatura Germany in cooperation with Hochschwarzwald Tourismus GmbH will host the Relays Race Family &

Company, for professional athletes and amateurs of Cross Triathlon.

TNatura is a travel experience in unusual places of great environmental value. Unforgettable moments for athletes, friends and families. It’s not only adventure an adrenaline, but also

peace and tranquility in beautiful spots of relax. It’s a way to learn about different cultures and understand the different ways of thinking. It’s a way to travel in accordance with the places, experiencing the joy of

discovery! It’s a travel and holiday service that is conceived and designed for all our athletes and their

families.

Hotel partner: Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten am Schluchsee

Info booking Diane Hergarden

Telefon +49 (0)711 606610-0

Email: [email protected]

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HOW TO ARRIVE

by car A5 Karlsruhe - Basel: take the B3 exit Freiburg Mitte, direction Donaueschingen.

A81 Singen - Stuttgart: take the B31 exit Geisingen, direction Freiburg.

A81 Stuttgart - Singen: take the Autobahndreieck Bad Durrheim direction A864 and the B27/33 towards B31 Freiburg.

by train

The IC and ICE network of the Deutsche Bahn allows you to arrive in Freiburg. From there you have a rail connection every half-hour to Hinterzarten and Titisee and an hourly connection to Titisee-Neustadt,

Loeffingen, Feldberg-Barental, Feldberg-Falkau and Schluchseewerk.

by plane

Basel (BSL) and Zurich (ZRH): approximately 1 hour.

Stuttgart (STR): approximately 1.5 hour.

AIRPORT Flughafen Basel-Mulhouse

Postfach 142

CH - 4030 Basel Phone: +41 (0)61 325 31 11

[email protected] www.euroariport.com

Flughafen Zürich AG Postfach

CH-8058 Zürich-Flughafen Phone: +41 (0)43 816 22 11

[email protected]

www.flughafen-zuerich.ch

Flughafen Stuttgart GmbH Postfach 23 04 61

D-70624 Stuttgart Phone: +49 (0)711 - 948 0

[email protected]

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CLIMATE

Climatology and Meteorology Average of Schluchsee

Average Temperature January -2,2 °C

Average Temperature July +14,4 °C

Average Temperature +5,6 °C

Rain 125 mm

Humidity 42%

Wind 1,3 km/h

Dew Point +7,3°C

GENERAL RULES FOR THE REGISTRATION

To participate in ETU TNatura Germany Cross Triathlon the athlete is required to have a license of his

national association. Otherwise the athlete can purchase a daily license; to take part in ETU TNatura Germany Cross Triathlon a license or daily license is mandatory.

If you go to the Sign Up page you will have access to a link that will direct you to the official software to

register in TNatura Germany race.

Authorization Elite:

For TNatura Gernamy Cross Triathlon, the Elite athlete has to Sign Up in the official software to register in TNatura Germany race.

Authorization Age Grouper: For TNatura Germany Cross Triathlon Age Groupers have to be a license holder or can purchase a daily

license in accordance with fee regulations. The license has to be submitted at the race pack delivery. The athletes without a license can purchase a daily license at a cost of €20,00 at the race pack delivery

separately. The daily license fee is not included in the entry fee.

Entry fees:

€ 70,00 until March 31,2014

€ 80,00 from April 1, 2014

€ 90,00 from July 1, 2014 The entry fee includes: participation in the race, athletes race pack, an event T-shirt and a gadget. The daily

license fee is not included.

Registration Info Elites/Age Groupers:

At your first Login to the registration system, you will be asked to create your personal account, which gives you the option to subscribe to all TNatura Events.

Registration Info Family/Company: The registrations for the Relays Race Family & Company are managed by Hochschwarzwald Tourismus

GmbH in cooperation with TNatura. By clicking on SIGN UP on the TNatura Website you can access the registration software www.crosstriathlon-schluchsee.de of the Hochsschwarzwald Tourismus Gmbh. You

must fill out your personal information to take part in the relay race at Schluchsee.

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TNATURA GERMANY

RACE MANUAL

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1 GENERAL INFORMATION

Introduction

The purpose of the Athletes “Race Manual” is to ensure that all Elite Atheletes and Team Leaders are well

informed about all procedures concerning the Event. The LOC has made every effort to ensure that the information contained in this “Race Manual” is correct and up to date. However, Team Leaders are advised

to check with the Race Secretariat concerning any changes about the information included in this guide.

1.1 KEY DATE

1.2 KEY CONTACTS

General Organization:

Hochschwarzwald Tourismus GmbH Freiburger Straße 1

D-79856 Hinterzarten

Phone: +49 (0) 7652/1206-0 [email protected]

www.hochschwarzwald.de

LOC:

Hochschwarzwald Tourismus GmbH Sabrina Röseler

Freiburger Straße 1

D-79859 Hinterzarten Phone: +49 (0) 7652/1206-8223

[email protected] www.hochschwarzwald.de

Race Director: Hochschwarzwald Tourismus GmbH

Christine Kaltenbach

Fischbacher Straße 7 D-79859 Schluchsee

Phone: +49 (0) 7652/1206-8502 [email protected]

www.hochschwarzwald.de

Athletes Briefing ETU Race Saturday, July 12; 6 pm, Schluchseehalle

ETU TNatura Cross Triathlon Germany Elites/Age

Groupers

Sunday, July 13; 9 am; Beach

Award Ceremony Elites/Age Groupers Sunday, July 13; 12 am; Event Site

ETU TNarua Cross Triathlon Family/Company Sunday, July 13; 1 pm; Beach

Award Ceremony Family/Company Sunday, July 13; 4:30 pm; Event Site

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Logistic manager and race director:

Vereinsgemeinschaft Schluchsee Triathlon

Karl-Heinz Messmer

Manager of the local associations:

Vereinsgemeinschaft Schluchsee Triathlon Hans Strassburger

Technical Delegate:

Ton Bloothoofd

CRO NF Baden-Wuerttemberg:

Uwe Brähler

Press Office:

Hochschwarzwald Tourismus GmbH Katharina Bayer

Freiburger Straße 1 D-79856 Hinterzarten

Phone: +49 (0) 7652/1206-8251

[email protected] www.hochschwarzwald.de

1.3 CONTACT DETAILS

TNatura Germany Secretariat: Hochschwarzwald Tourismus GmbH

[email protected]

Phone: +49 (0) 7652/1206-8502

Official Website:

www.tnaturaevents.com www.triathlon-schluchsee.de

Official Social: Facebook: www.facebook.com/tnatura

Youtube: www.youtube.com/TNaturaEvents

Twitter: www.twitter.com/TATURAEVENTS Indoona: www.indoona.com/user/tnatura_events

1.4 VENUE

The climatic health resort Schluchsee is found on the same lake in the middle of the Black Forest 930-1300 meters. The largest lake in the Black Forest, it is also the water sports centre and for years, one of the

cleanest lakes in Germany.

The former glacial lake was dammed about 80 years ago and thus formed the highest reservoir in Germany. The lake has become the swimming and water sports centre in the southern Black Forest. This will also

benefit anglers, divers, surfers and sailors who can find great sports options on the Schluchsee. In the

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summer, peace seekers can enjoy the long beaches while the water park ‘aqua fun’ is a meeting place for

the younger generations. The heated outdoor pool, located right on the lake, offers among other things, a

105-foot water slide, a lazy river and a children's adventure playground. The beautiful landscape around the lake is the perfect place for beautiful hiking and biking tours. Schluchsee

also contributed to this 18 km path around the lake, which leads directly along the water. Schluchsee is also connected to the middle Black Forest and since 2008 with the Gorge trail. The trail system has added 160

kilometres. In the Black Forest holiday region, over 300km are signposted for mountain bikers and cyclists

with routes ranging from comfortable to sporty and suitable for various tire widths.

TNatura at Schluchsee is a great challenge and an arduous completion: a course along the wilderness of the

Black Forest, which requires good preparation by the athletes as well as ability to control their forces. The competition begins in the dammed lake of Schluchsee, continues inside the forest in an ambitious and varied

up- and downhill route, and finally becomes more compelling when the athletes will run along the hidden and fascinating trails of the black forest.

1.5 DOPING CONTROL

Doping Control will be performed according tot he ITU/WADA rules.

1.6 ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION

The participant should behave respectfully in the interests of the environment protection. Garbage (gel

packaging, empty bottles, etc.) should only be dumped at the designated areas next to an aid station on the running course.

1.7 SECURITY

The Organizing Committee, in accordance with agreements and obligations as required by Public Safety

Authorities and in accordance with the laws of the DTU German triathlon federation, provides a General Safety Plan, to ensure minimum standards of safety and first aid. The Safety Plan and the Service Order will

be delivered to the Race Marshals, the Race Director Assistants, the Radio Operators and the Timekeepers.

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1.8 GENERAL MAP

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1.9 LOGISTICS MAP

2 MEDICAL SERVICE

First Aid and Emergency Medical Service will be available during the official competition hours to anyone requiring medical assistance. Medical and paramedical personnel will be available throughout the

competition time. Medical Tents will be provided on site at the recovery zone. Ambulances and off-road

ambulances, with expert doctors in reanimation and first aid on board as well as the necessary equipment and medicines, can be found in many sections along the course.

2.1 Transition Area

- Ambulance Vehicle

- Health Care Assistants

- Mobile Medical Service

- Medical Head of Operations

- Emergency Doctor

- Assistants for the control of race and Spectator Areas

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2.2 Swim Course

- Boats – Sea Rescue Association

- Kayak – Sea Rescue Association

- Mobile Medical Service

- Health Care Assistants

2.3 Mountainbike Course

- Ambulances off Road

- Ambulance Vehicles

- Health Care Assistants

2.4 Run Course

- Ambulances off Road

- Health Care Assistants

2.5 Finish Line/Recovery Area

In the finish/recovery area there will be a Mobile Medical Service Tent for athletes.

2.6 Emergency Helicopter

The helicopter will be able to reach the race area within 20 minutes.

2.7 Hospital

HELIOS Hospital Titisee-Neustadt Jostalstraße 12

79822 Titisee-Neustadt Phone: +49 (0) 7651/29-0

Spitäler Hochrhein GmbH

Spital Waldshut Kaiserstraße 93-101

79761 Waldshut-Tiengen Phone: +49 (0) 7751/85-0

Emergency Call: 112

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3 Competition Information

3.1 Competition Schedule

Saturday, 12th of July

17:00 Registration briefing open

18:00 Race briefing Schluchseehalle

19:00-20:00 Race pack delivery Schluchseehalle

Sunday, 13th of July

06:30-07:30 Race pack delivery Age Groupers

Schluchseehalle

07:00 Registration open

Athletes’ lounge

07:15 TA open

08:00 Water and air temperature published (Athletes’ lounge and TA)

08:15 TA closed

08:30-08:45 Warm up area open

08:45 Different courses inspection completed

08:50 Different courses cleared and ready for race start

08:50 Athletes’ introduction

09:00 START ETU TNATURA CROSS TRIATHLON GERMANY ELITE/AGE GROUPERS

11:00 First athlete at the finish line

Until 12:00 Check out Elite/Age Groupers

11:00-12:00 Check in family&company

12:00 Award ceremony Event Site

13:00 START TNATURA FAMILY&COMPANY

16:30 Award ceremony Event Site

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3.2 Competition Rules

The ETU TNatura Cross Triathlon Germany will follow the latest published Competition Rules of the International Triathlon Union.

3.3 Insurance

The LOC has insurance with a reputable insurance company, a standard public liability and property damage

insurance policy to cover the risks of insurable nature under this Agreemant and the staging of the Event and related events. The insurance policy has named, as insurance, LOC, ITU/ETU, the Global Partners,

Global Sponsors, the ITU/ETU Executive Board and Staff, the ITU/ETU International Officials, and the

respective LOC directors, officers, agents, volunteers, employees and contractors. All athletes and team support personnel must carry their own medical insurance.

3.4 Athletes Race Packets

The Race Packet will be delivered to all athletes of each category at the Schluchseehalle. With the Race Packet will be delivered: the swim-cap, the number to be stuck to the mountain bike, the

Running Bib, the athlete identification wristband, the timing chip, the tattoos to be applied on the body.

3.5 Briefing

The Race Briefing is held on Saturday, 13 July at 18:00 in the Schluchseehalle. The briefing is mandatory to

Elite athletes.

3.6 Competitor Identification

At Initial Registration, Photo ID (passport, driver license) and your triathlon federation license must be provided as you cannot be registered without this identification.

Age Groupers have to be license holders or can purchase a daily license in accordance with fee regulations. The license has to be submitted without request at the race pack delivery. The athletes without a license can

purchase a daily license of € 20,00 at the race pack delivery separately.

3.7 Timing Chip

The athlete will receive a Timing Chip with the Race Packet to be worn on the left ankle during all legs of the race. Prior to leaving the secured compound of the finish line the athletes are required to return their timing

chip to volunteers.

3.8 Competitor Identification Wristband

Each competitor will receive his/her ID wristband at Registration. Please ensure you keep this wristband on

until after the cool down process/Awards presentation after the race. The wristband as well as allowing you

to race will allow you access to secured areas and to the bike compound.

Body Markings

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The athletes will receive 4 tattoos and their race number with the Race Packet. They must apply both them

on arm and leg before the check-in on Sunday morning.

3.9 Competitor Race Number Bibs

The race number must be visible at all times during the Event. Numbers must not be altered in any way and

must be displayed on upper clothing. It is mandatory to display the run number on the front. Both Elite and

Age Groupers wear the Bib numbers during the bike and run course.

3.10 Outside Assistance

A competitor will be disqualified if either they accept any form of outside assistance (food, drink, clothing,

equipment) from non-authorized race personnel i.e. spectators, family, friends, coaches, or if they leave items at secret spots on the course for collection while competing in TNatura Germany.

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4 Information about the Race

4.1 Distances

Category Swim MTB Run

Elite 1,5 km; 2 laps 750 m 30 km; 2 laps 15 km 10 km; 3 laps 3,3 km

Age Group 1,5 km; 2 laps 750 m 30 km; 2 laps 15 km 10 km; 3 laps 3,3 km

Relays Family/Company 350 m; 1 lap 15 km; 1 lap 5 km; 2 laps 2,5 km

4.2 Transition Area

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4.3 Race Start

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5 Swim Course

Swim: 2 laps of 750 m – 1,5 km Total

5.1 Swim Course

The swim leg consists of 2 laps, each of 750 meters, which athletes complete in a clockwise direction. At the

end of the first lap there is a small running stretch of 50 meters on the beach after which the athletes will return in the water for the second lap. Buoys mark the direction changes.

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6 Transition Area T1

6.1 Transition T1

A flow through transition has been developed to keep athletes moving forward. Athletes enter the transition

and must deposit swim gear within their designated area which is described as an area of 50 cm measured

from the bike rack number. At T1 the bike is racked with the bike facing towards the exit. Athlete’s numbers are displayed on each bike rack. After the helmet is secured, athletes un-rack the bike by moving forward

into the centre lane and towards the mount line.

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7 Mountain Bike Course

Bike: 2 laps of 15 km – 30 km Total

7.1 MTB Course

The Mountain bike leg consists of 2 identical laps, each of 15 km that the athletes will complete in a

clockwise direction. The race setting is enchanting, in keeping with the environment of the Black Forest Highlands. The track offers technical crossings on hard forest strips. The course is suitable for different

riding techniques and for personal enjoyment, so that you can face the competition with confidence and let

your sporting qualities and physical preparation shine.

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8 Transition Area T2

8.1 Transition T2

From the dismount line, athletes run in the centre lane taking the bikes towards their bike rack. Running

shoes of the Elite may be placed in the bin, Age Groupers beside the rack. After putting on their shoes,

athletes will run forward in the outer running lane.

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9 Run Course

Run: 3 laps of 3,3 km – 10 km Total

9.1 Run Course

9.2 Run Aid Station & Coach Zone

On the running course there are 3 aid stations, the first is located at the exit of the transition area, the second one inside the Forest near to the turning point and the third aid station is after the trail part. There

will be a sign indicating the presence of the aid station 100 meters before. The aid stations will provide water bottles of 500cc. The bottles must be only left near the aid stations.

The coaches have a specific area near the aid station, immediately after the exit of the transition area.

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10 Finish Line

10.1 Timing Chip

Prior to leaving the secured compound of the Finish Line the athletes are required to return their timing chip to volunteers.

10.2 Medical Treatment

The medical staff will verify health conditions of each athlete who needs medical assistance, in order to

provide the proper treatment.

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10.3 Return of the Bike – Check-Out

The athletes should pick up their bike from the transition area when the last athlete is going through the T2. The bikes that are not collected will be guarded until 12.30 pm. To allow the identification of the athlete

collecting the bike, he must show the identification bracelet and the running bib.

10.4 Result

The results will be published by the Race Information Office, in the TNatura race field within few minutes of the end of the race. The results will be available on TNatura Events website as well as on ITU/ETU website.

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11 Image & Privacy

11.1 Photographs

On the course there will be 4 Official Photographers for the TNatura Germany Triathlon.

11.2 Use Rights

With registration the organizer is allowed to have results, photographs and video recordings of the competition and to use them for advertising purposes or press releases; the athlete cannot object to such

recordings under any circumstances.

11.3 Various

The organizer has the authority to change the courses, to interrupt or to break off the competition because of the weather or any other unforeseen difficulties.

If the organizer is forced to modify the implementation or cancel the race because of major force or official orders or security reasons, there is no liability for damages on the part of the organizer.

The organizer is liable for the negligent breach of essential duties, which threaten the fulfillment of the contractual goal or the breach of duties whose orderly execution render the regular fulfillment of the

contract possible and in cases where the participant confidently believes in the observance of the duties. In

this case the organizer is only liable for predictable damages inherent to this contract. The organizer is not liable for negligent damages other than those mentioned above. The above-mentioned limits of responsibility

do not apply for damages of life, body and health. The organizer assumes no liability for items stored free of charge.

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ORGANIZATION:

Hochschwarzwald Tourismus GmbH

Tourist-Information Schluchsee

Fischbacher Straße 7

D-79859 Schluchsee

Phone: +49 (0) 7652/1206-0

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.hochschwarzwald.de or www.crosstriathlon-schluchsee.de

Official Website: www.tnaturaevents.com