West Lancashire Summer Triathlon

You are reminded that the cycle section takes place on both closed and open road sections, please ensure that you observe the rules of the road at all times always ride on the left and give way as required. Any reported infringements, such as crossing white centre lines, or failing to take due care will result in a DQ and may result in a prosecution by the Police.Please recognise that Race Marshals are not permitted under British law to stop the traffic and will not do so under any circumstances. Marshals are there to give direction only. Competitors are responsible for making their own decisions as to whether it is safe to proceed or not. If in doubt competitors should stop! Right of wayYou must take the utmost care at junctions and should note in the course details that you do not have right of way at a number of sections, check that the junction is clear before continuing. You must obey the Highway Code, which is also the Law. Don't take risks to save two seconds.Non-DraftingThis race is a non-drafting race for all categories meaning competitors are not allowed to takeshelter behind or beside another competitor or motor vehicle during the cycling segment of the race.The draft zone is a rectangle measuring ten metres long from the front edge of the front wheel for every cycle on the route (approximately the size of an estate car). A competitor may enter the draft zone of another competitor, but must be seen to be progressing through that zone.A maximum of 20 seconds is allowed to progress though the draft zone of another competitor. If an overtaking manoeuvre is not completed within 20 seconds, the overtaking cyclist must drop back. Time penalties and potentially a DQ for persistent offenders will be issued by the mobile Motorcycle Officials on the cycle route for any infringements.Cycle HelmetsApproved hard shell helmets will be compulsory and must be worn throughout the cycle section. They must be fastened prior to mounting your cycle and neither undone nor removed until your bike is racked.BikesIt is the responsibility of all competitors to ensure that their bike is in a roadworthy condition and adheres to the aforementioned rules and regulations as specified by British Triathlon.