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The Course

Where is Wivenhoe Dam?

A: Wivenhoe Dam is about 80 kilometres from Brisbane, situated in the beautiful Somerset Region.

Brisbane

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Sunshine Coast

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Gold Coast

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Will there be any changes to traffic conditions?

Fig Tree Road and Logan Inlet Road (Wivenhoe Hill) will be closed during these times:
Saturday, 12 October 7.30 am - 4 pm
Sunday, 13 October 6:30 am - 11 am.
Please plan your arrival accordingly to avoid any delays!

Where can I find a map of the race course?

Click here to view Triathlon courses.

Click here to view Trail Run courses.

What nutrition will be available on course?

Nutrition will be provided by our nutrition partner Infinit Nutrition.

Where are aid stations on course?

Aid Stations and our Recovery Station can be found on our triathlon and trail run course maps.

Do I need to be a member of AusTriathlon?

A: No, however, you will need to purchase a one-day license to participate in the Short Road Triathlon and Gravel Sprint Triathlon’.

Are there age requirements?

Yes, minimum ages for our events are detailed below:

EventMinimum Age
Short Road Triathlon13 years old (as at 31 December)
Gravel Sprint Triathlon14 years old (as at 31 December)
Kids Aquathlon (100m swim/ 1km run) 7 years old (as at 31 December)
Kids Aquathlon (200m swim / 2km run)11 years old (as at 31 December)
21km trail run15 years old (as at 13 October)
5km7 years old (as at 13 October)

 

What are the age group breakdown?

Event Age Group Breakdown
Short Road Triathlon 13-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
Gravel Sprint Triathlon 14-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
Kids Aquathlon 7-10 years
  11-14 years
21km trail run 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
5km U14, 14-15, 16-17, 18-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+

What date determines the competitor’s age category?

Triathlon and Aquathlon - Age as at 31 December 2024

Trail Run - Age as at Sunday 13 October 2024

Where do I find general race information and rules

A: Information and rules are available in the SMF24 Competitor Guide.

Where can I find information about WTC and Aus Triathlon polices?

A: You can visit the World Triathlon website and the Aus Triathlon website for this information.

When do I collect my bib and timing chip?

A: Athlete Check-in for collection of bib, timing chip, swimming cap will take place from 6:30am on the day of your race and close 30min prior to race start.

Can I wear a wetsuit?

For open water swimming competitions in water with water temperature below 20C, swimmers may use either swimsuits or wetsuits. When the water temperature is below 18C, the use of wetsuits is compulsory. If the water temperature is greater than 20C then you may wear a wetsuit but you will not be eligible to win prizes.

When do entries close?

Online entries for the Somerset Multisport Festival will close at 5 PM on Thursday, October 10, 2024.
Late entries will be available at the registration venue on race day, depending on entry numbers.

Can I wear/use any swim aids?

The use of any swim aids (flippers, pool buoys, paddles, etc) is strictly prohibited for the safety of all participants.

What are the start times?

Click here to access Triathlon Start Times
Click here to access Trailrun Start Times

Is there somewhere I can leave my belongings while I race?

A: Yes, there will be a bag drop area located at the event precinct. This will open from 6:30am. You can find the event precinct map here.

How can I volunteer?

Please email volunteers@myatlasevents.com.au for more information.

Late Entries

A: Late entries will be subject to availability and will need to be purchased in person at the event precinct from 6:30am. 

Transfers & Cancellations

Transfers to another distance

Transfers of distance will be subject to the availability of races.  Details on how to transfer to another distance can be found here.

Transfers to another person

Transfers to another personare available.  Details on how to transfer to another person can be found here.

Cancellation Policy

To learn more about our cancellation policy click here.

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