2016 K-Town Pre-Race Information – The MultiSport Canada Triathlon Series

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Thank you for registering to race with us at the 33rd Annual K-Town Triathlon – “The Legend!”
A big thank you goes out to Kathryn Handford for recruiting volunteers.

We are very excited about our partnership with Recharge With Milk and the Recharge With Milk Triathlon Series! Look for the Recharge with Milk Team at the finish line for your sample of chocolate milk to help you Rehydrate, Refuel and Recharge after your race. Chocolate milk delivers an ideal mix of fluids to rehydrate, carbs to refuel and protein to recharge your body the wholesome way. Chocolate milk, the original recovery drink.

Local Presenting Sponsors

We would like to thank our Local Presenting Sponsor

MultiSport Canada Salutes Mr. Robert “Bob” McCaldon

Robert McCaldon is a triathlete in his own right, having completed all of the K-Town triathlons for the past 32 years! He is retiring from the sport in his 80th year. Robert and his wife Jane, have represented Team Canada at the World Triathlon Championships. He hosts a mini triathlon called “Break The Ice”. Please join us on Sunday during the awards ceremony in recognizing Bob’s accomplishments and commitment to the K-Town triathlon.

Read the full story here

Congratulations Bob and Thank you!

Recharge With Milk Racer of the Day

Congratulations to Dany Malley on being the Kingston Racer of the Day! He has won a free race entry, Chocolate Milk for a month and a Recharge With Milk Swag Bag!

Find the details on how you may BECOME THE RACER OF THE DAY!

Important Race Day Information

Please tell your friends that there will be race day registrations.
*See details on our events pricing page.

Bike Security

In order to ensure bike security every participant arriving to race site will be stopped as they are initially entering transition and they will receive two (2) bracelets. The first bracelet will be placed on the participant’s wrist and the second bracelet will be put on the participant’s bike. The two bracelets have matching numbers and in order to leave transition after the race is complete the participant must have both bracelets with the same matching number. You will be asked to show your bracelet on your wrist every time you enter transition.

Weather Forecast

Water Quality

Water Quality is Good. We are the only race series to have a Water Quality Guarantee. The Water Quality Guarantee Page has all the details.

Race Day Registration Process

In an effort to make your day go a little smoother we have put together a short video clip which highlights the process on race day. You can also read the Race Day Guide, Racking By BIB Number and Race Rules & Etiquette Guide, all of which can be found in our Athlete Resource Section of our website.

Racking by BIB number

Bikes are racked by BIB Number. The BIB numbers are assigned by age and gender so for most athletes that means you will be racked with people in your age group and gender. If you are new to our races, please read the section in our Athlete Resource Library on Racking Your Bike

Race Photography

Free Race Day Photos is just one of the many perks you get with racing with us and we believe this is the most memorable and meaningful keepsake of your race experience. You’ll be able to print the photos, frame them, share them on social media, use them on your websites, make a poster of yourself, keychains, or whatever you desire.

By utilizing Zoomphoto, MultiSport Canada is providing you with a platform to easily find your photos (by BIB or Last Name) and then download them with a custom overlay with your finish time if you so choose. Check the Zoomphoto Page after the race!

Volunteers

There can never be enough volunteers so please consider helping out on race day. Just drop by the Volunteer tent and we will be happy to find you a spot with our volunteer team. If you would like to check-out the volunteer opportunities, please visit our Volunteer page.

Race Day Guide

The Race Day Guide has plenty of information and tips as to what you can expect on day. Please give it a read, especially if you are new to the sport.

Race Rules and Etiquette

Our Race Rules and Etiquette Guide has all sorts of information including wetsuit or no-wetsuit swims, bike etiquette, course nutrition and rules. It can also be found in our Athlete Resource Library.

Race Specific Information

*click on your race to see your day’s schedule as well as your race’s swim wave starts in the links below.

Sunday, July 31st, 2016

Long Course Triathlon
Long Course Swim Bike
Duathlon
Triathlon
Triathlon Swim Bike

Important Information regarding the La Salle Causeway Bridge

The bike course for crosses the metal La Salle Causeway bridge about a kilometre into the bike course.

During the race, the bridge will be restricted to one lane for motor vehicles (north lane) and one lane for cyclists (south lane).

Athletes should slow down when crossing the bridge. Do not change gears, pedal or brake as doing any of these may reduce your traction on the metal grate surface. You are advised to coast across the entire bridge.

Be forewarned that the lift bridge may go up to allow the passage of boat traffic.

In the event that the BRIDGE IS UP, please follow these instructions:

Race to the point at which volunteers are recording race numbers. They will record the time at which you stop.
Make sure the volunteer is able to see your bib number.
When the bridge goes back down, volunteers will record your start time.
The time stopped will be subtracted from your race time after you complete the bike course.

In the event of RAIN,

If the roadway and pavement are wet it will be MANDATORY that you STOP AND WALK your bike across the lift bridge or use the sidewalk, otherwise YOU WILL BE DISQUALIFIED.

Volunteers at the bridge have been instructed to tell you to walk across the bridge or the sidewalk. You are urged to use extreme caution when crossing the bridge. Under wet conditions continuing across the metal bridge at race speed is extremely dangerous and could result in a fall and serious injury.

Remember that you are sharing the roadway with vehicular traffic so be safe and ride carefully.

Getting There

HWY 401 to Sir John A MacDonald Blvd. exit towards Kingston
Merge onto Sir John A MacDonald Blvd.
Turn left onto Princess Street
Turn right onto Ontario Street
Confederation Park in front of City Hall

Parking

Kingston has a number of parking lots with various parking limits. View a map of City operated parking lots and garages. Use the length of stay map to see the parking options available based on the amount time required.

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On Site Sponsors

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Post Race Food

Chocolate Milk in the Recharge Zone
Pretzels
Bananas
Oranges
Pop
Water

Get Connected And Stay Informed

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You can also follow us on Twitter for series tweets.

Please Support our Sponsors

We extend our thanks to each and every sponsor. Race entry fees never cover the complete cost of a particular race or series of races and without the sponsors there is no race or race series that would survive without their support. We hope that you all take a moment to check out our Series Sponsors below or visit the sponsors page and see what they do and look at the products they sell. Please thank them for supporting the sports of Triathlon and Duathlon by trying and using their products. If you do visit them please take a moment to thank them for supporting Triathlon, Duathlon and Kids races in Ontario.[hr ]

Title Sponsor

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Presenting Sponsor

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Series Sponsors


Swim Course Sponsor		Run Course & Shoe Sponsor

Nutrition & Hydration Sponsor	Wetsuit Sponsor	Timing Sponsor

Custom Clothing Sponsor	Volunteer Sponsor	Eyewear & Rx Eyewear

Official Compression		Bike Support