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finally determined by a measurement made within 2 hours of the race start. Measurements should be made in at least

three locations on the swim course, spaced so as to divide the entire swim course into approximately equidistant

segments, and measured at a depth of 18 inches below the surface of the water, at points where direct sunlight can

strike the water. The water temperature for the race should be determined by averaging the three temperature

measurements taken. A water temperature measurement should also be taken prior to any pre-race meetings in order

to forecast to the athletes as early as possible the likely water temperature on race day and the likelihood of whether

wet suits will be allowed on race day

sanctioned by USA Triathlon up to and including a water temperature of 78 degrees Fahrenheit. When the water

temperature is greater than 78 degrees, but less than 84 degrees Fahrenheit, age group participants may wear a wet

suit at their own discretion, provided however that participants who wear a wet suit within this temperature range

shall not be eligible for prizes or awards. Age group participants shall not wear wet suits in water temperatures equal

to or greater than 84 degrees Fahrenheit. The wetsuit policy for elite athletes shall be determined by the USAT

Athletes Advisory Council.