VIDEO: USA Triathlon Rules Clinic

date: March 15, 2012

author : USATriathlon

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Whether you are an experienced athlete or a beginner just getting into the sport, this USAT rules clinic will be invaluable information as you race at USAT sanctioned races.  Topics of discussion are:

• Who are the USAT officials? (00:01:20)
• What does the USAT officials do? (00:02:08)
• Overview of penalties (00:07:06)
• Rules of the transition area (00:14:40)
• Proper setup of your transition area
• Who is allowed in the transition area?
• Rules of the swim (00:20:56)
• Water temperature and wetsuits
• Walking in the water
• Permitted gloves and footwear
• Rules of the bike (00:25:54)
• Handlebar plugs
• Drafting penalties
• Defining the drafting zone
• Helmets
• Rules of the run (00:45:29)
• The use of Ipods and other music devices
• Shirt or shirtless?
• Other penalties (00:48:00)
• Challenging a penalty (00:51:21)
• Youth rules (00:57:24)
• Becoming a USAT official (01:00:45)

Please consult the current USAT rules for the latest updates.  

Complete USA Triathlon Rules