Tinman Hawaii Triathlon

Before the Race: Give yourself plenty of time to check-in and set up your transition area. This game plan is especially important for first-time competitors. Rehearse finding your bike from the swim exit. Remember it will all look different in the daylight!

Swim: Do the swim course and find some good landmarks so you can swim relatively straight! Although the race has wave starts, there is still enough congestion right after the gun to get disoriented. There will be marshalls on the makai edge of the course to warn you if you are getting close to the reef. The mauka section of the course is relatively shallow depending on the tide. No walking allowed! You will be disqualified by course marshalls if you do. If you cannot swim 800 meters, don't enter the event!

Bike: Be careful coming out of the transition area at the first sharp turn onto Ala Moana Blvd. Ride the course and familiarize yourself with the other sharp turns on the route. Practice the descent past Diamond Head so you don't lose it and crash close to the finish! Remember you must ride within the traffic cones at all times. Be extra alert crossing big interections. Safety is always our number one concern but accidents have happened in the past when motorists have ignored police directing traffic. This race is an individual event, and drafting is not permitted. You will be disqualified without warning for drafting.

Run: There will be plenty of volunteers to help you find your running gear after you rack your bike. Don't forget your number! Three aid stations are located along the run course. Don't pass up a chance to keep well-hydrated. Although it is not a long run, heat takes its toll every year, and the first aid tent always has customers. Don't give them your business!

Finally remember to smile for the TV cameras. You are having fun! Prepare yourself well for the event and enjoy yourself on race day! And don't forget to make a volunteer's day and say thanks for the help!

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