Name: 2016 Wollongong OTU Sprint Triathlon Oceania Cup
Start: 2016-03-05
End: 2016-03-05
Location: Wollongong

2016 Wollongong OTU Sprint Triathlon Oceania Cup

05 Mar, 2016 • Wollongong , Australia • Event Website

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The OTU Sprint Triathlon Oceania Cup attracts the biggest international talent in sprint distance triathlon. Set in the iconic Wollongong foreshore, showcasing some of the best racing on the south coast.

This draft-legal event is enjoyed equally by competitors and spectators in an electric vibe that engulfs this spectacular location. A pro-license is required to participate in this event.

Note on registration: Registering through this website is a payment portal ONLY. Athletes still need to register for the race through their National Federation and the ITU. Athletes not entered via the ITU will not be allowed to start.

COURSE MAP: http://www.triathlon.org/uploads/events/Wollongong_OTU_Overalll_Map_2016_v2.2.pdf

Prize money distribution. Elite men and women:
1st. 750 AUD
2nd. 625 AUD
3rd. 500 AUD
4th. 375 AUD
5th. 250 AUD

Athletes Briefing:

Swim - Starting in Belmore basin, you’ll head out through the break-wall and return back to the Wollongong foreshore. You then head left up towards the lighthouse for transition. 1 lap

Bike - Heading out of transition you’ll make your way up toward the amazing Wollongong lighthouse, complete the loop and enjoy a fast ride up toward crown street before completing the first turn and heading back along the foreshore. 5 laps.

Run - After heading out of transition you’ll already be familiar with the course as you once again complete the loop and head out along Marine Drive, note the run turn and head back along the foreshore. 2laps.

Entry Fee:

$120.00

Prize Money:

5,000 AUD

Documents:

overall map

Event Schedule

Friday 4th March 2016
Time	Event	Location
5.30pm	Elite Athlete Registration, Oceania Cup Sprint	City Beach Surf Club (Opposite Lang Park)
6.00pm	Compulsary Elite Athlete Briefing, Oceania Cup Sprint	City Beach Surf Club (Opposite Lang Park)
Saturday 5th March 2016
2.00pm	RACE START - ELITE FEMALES OCEANIA SPRINT TRIATHLON	Start Line, Belmore Basin / Wollongong Harbour
3.10pm	RACE START - ELITE MALES OCEANIA SPRINT TRIATHLON	Start Line, Belmore Basin / Wollongong Harbour
4.00pm	OTU Elite Presentation (Approx time)	Finish line, Belmore Basin/Wollongong Harbour

Closest Airport

Sydney

Local Transportation

TRANSFERS FROM SYDNEY AIRPORT TO WOLLONGONG AND RETURN:

Shoalhaven Shuttle: Call to book and mention you are here for the triathlon and that you will need to transport your bike. The bike/ excess baggage fee will be waived for you. $60 one way.

Leisure Coast Limo Service. Call to book and mention the triathlon (and that you will have a bike) Prices on the website $60 one way from the Airport to Wollongong. Save money and get a car between 3-4 of you from $210 for 4 people ($52.50 each)

Host Hotel

ACCOMMODATION PARTNERS:

Sage Hotel Wollongong
10% of Sage Hotel Wollongong Accommodation Rates for all OUT Athletes
Check out the standard rates and room types here: http://www.sagewollongong.com
Please quote the unique code BB1165950 at the time of making reservation to be honoured the discounted rate
To make a reservation contact the team call +61 2 4201 2111 or email reservations.wollongong@sage-hotels.com

Quest Wollongong
1&2 bedroom apartments available (sleeping up to 3 or 5 people respectively) Kitchen facilities available. Discount available on all bookings +61 2 4221 1500
http://www.questapartments.com.au/Accommodation/49/Australia/NSW_Regional/Quest_Wollongong/Welcome.aspx

Normandie Motel
Double and Queen rooms available. Late check out available on Sunday morning at 11am. Special price available for 2 nights or more, 2 nights $130 weekdays and $150 Saturday. Discount available for Sunday to Friday 10%. Promotion code would be EEnergy . Call now to book +61 2 4229 4833
http://normandie.com.au/

All are situated close to race site and will accommodate your needs. Please call to book and mention the triathlon on booking to benefit from discounted rates.