GENERAL INFORMATION - Campeonato Europa Duatlón Punta Umbría, Huelva...

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GENERAL INFORMATION KEY CONTACTS Executive Director Jorge García [email protected] Athletes’ Services Bárbara González [email protected] Media Manager Daniel Márquez [email protected] Barcelo Hotel Bookings Isabel García [email protected] Transfers Evaristo Rodríguez [email protected] WHEN WILL PUNTA UMBRÍA DUATHLON EUROPEAN CHAMIONSHIPS BE HELD? Punta Umbría will hold the 2020 Duathlon European Championships from the 6 th to the 8 th of March 2020. Friday, 6 th of March: o Parade of Nations o Opening Ceremony Saturday, 7 th of March: o Age Group Sprint o Junior o Elite and U23

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GENERAL INFORMATION

KEY CONTACTS

Executive Director Jorge García [email protected]

Athletes’ Services Bárbara González [email protected]

Media Manager Daniel Márquez [email protected]

Barcelo Hotel Bookings Isabel García [email protected]

Transfers Evaristo Rodríguez [email protected]

WHEN WILL PUNTA UMBRÍA DUATHLON EUROPEAN CHAMIONSHIPS BE

HELD?

Punta Umbría will hold the 2020 Duathlon European Championships from the 6th to the

8th of March 2020.

• Friday, 6th of March:

o Parade of Nations

o Opening Ceremony

• Saturday, 7th of March:

o Age Group Sprint

o Junior

o Elite and U23

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• Sunday, 8th of March:

o Age Group Standard

o Paratriathlon

o Closing ceremony and Age Group ceremonies

WHAT ABOUT DISTANCES?

DUATHLON

SPRINT DUATHLON (Drafting Race) (Elite, Sub23, Junior, Paratriathlon and AG)

RUN - 5 km

BIKE - 20 km

RUN- 2.5 km

STANDARD DUATHLON (NON Drafting race) (AG)

RUN - 10 km

BIKE - 40 km

RUN - 5 km

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ABOUT PUNTA UMBRÍA

WHAT ABOUT THE WEATHER IN MARCH?

In October, average temperatures are between 12 ºC at night and 18 ºC in daytime. Punta

Umbría is a perfect destination in March to enjoy the beaches and the tourist area of

Huelva. There are few probabilities of rain and wind is not expected.

PLACES TO VISIT

Punta Umbría and the province of Huelva have many interesting places to visit. The

province offers the visitor and endless number of cultural and leisure activities. For

further information, visit this link:

http://www.turismohuelva.org/en/.

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VENUE AND MAIN AREAS

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TRAVEL, TRANSPORT AND ACCOMMODATION

HOW TO GET TO PUNTA UMBRÍA?

By plane: Seville and Faro are the closest airports. We will inform about transfers in due

time.

By train: there are many daily and frequent connections from Madrid to Seville and

Huelva. More info here: www.renfe.es.

By bus: there are daily connections from Madrid to Seville and Huelva.

By car: you can drive to Huelva and Punta Umbría from:

• Northwest: A66 highway.

• Centre: coming from and through Madrid.

• Southeast: all Andalucía straight forward to Huelva and Punta Umbría.

• Southwest: from Portugal.

ANY TRANSFERS PROVIDED?

Autocares RG is the official Transfer company. Services will be available from Seville

(Spain) and Faro (Portugal) airports.

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Price List:

Persons Price per person

1 way

Price per person

Return

Minimum Nº of

persons

2 to 4 100 € 175 € 2 pax

5 to 8 75 € 125 € 5 pax

9 to 15 50 € 85 € 9 pax

16 to 24 35 € 60 € 16 pax

To book transfer services, please send an email to: [email protected].

WHERE CAN I SLEEP?

The official hotel, Barceló Resort, offers special rates for event participants (15%

discount).

You can find the place here: https://g.page/BarceloPuntaUmbriaBeachResort?share.

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REGISTRATION PROCESS

PROCESS

1. AG athletes will be registered through their National Federation (NF) by a

designated AG Team Manager.

2. AG athletes need to contact their National Federation for further information.

3. In case an athlete is not able to get in touch with his/her National Federation,

he/she should contact [email protected].

4. Any athlete who is participating in more than 1 event will need to be registered

separately in each event by his/her NF.

5. NFs are to collect the entry fees from athletes. No athlete can directly pay the LOC.

Registration process closes on the 23rd of February.

ENTRY FEES

• Sprint Duathlon 130 €

• Standard Duathlon 140 €

• Both Events 216 € (-20%)

CAN I RACE IN TWO EVENTS?

Yes, as long as you comply with ETU specifications. You will be given a finisher t-shirt and

a finisher medal.

There will be a 20% discount if you decide to register for both events; the total entry fee

amounts to 216 €.

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IF I HAVE REGISTERED AND I CANNOT RACE, WILL I GET MY MONEY BACK?

Sorry, no.

MY NATIONAL FEDERATION CANNOT HELP ME WITH REGISTRATION, CAN I

REGISTER INDIVIDUALLY?

Please, send an email to [email protected] and we will do our best to help you!

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COURSES

WHERE WILL THE MAIN VENUE BE LOCATED?

The main venue will be in Punta Umbría city centre (Avenida de Andalucía).

You can find the place here: https://goo.gl/maps/BEM3hjQu3cF8zSRL6.

WHERE CAN I SEE THE COURSES?

You can find all the info here:

https://www.triathlon.org/events/event/2020_punta_umbria_etu_duathlon_european_

championships.

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SERVICES

The following services will be at Barceló Resort (Official Event Hotel):

• Sport Info Center

• Registration

• Briefings

• Closing Ceremony

• Age Group medal ceremonies

You can find the place here: https://g.page/BarceloPuntaUmbriaBeachResort?share.

WHAT WILL I RECEIVE AT REGISTRATION?

At registration, you need to show your Passport or ID (with photo), and after data

verification you will receive:

• A wristband

• An opening ceremony voucher

• A closing ceremony voucher

• A welcome package (only 1, even if you register for two events)

Aditionally, you will receive an envelope that includes:

• Your bib number

• Stickers: helmet (x3), bike (x1), cloakroom (x1)

• A tattoo (x1), with the race number for the right arm

• A tattoo (x1), with the race number for the left leg

• A tattoo (x1), with the age group category for the calf

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WHEN WILL REGISTRATION OPEN?

Registration will be opened from Thursday to Saturday, from 10:00 to 20:00 at Barceló

Resort.

Welcome package pick up Registration will open on Thursday and you can come at any time during opening hours

(see above); there is no specific time assigned to NFs.

If you have registered for both events, you can pick up your package for both.

IF I AM FINISHER, WILL I RECEIVE ANY ADITIONAL GIFT?

All finisher athletes will receive:

• Sprint Duathlon: medal and t-shirt

• Standard Duathlon: medal and t-shirt

WHERE WILL THE ATHLETES ’ BRIEFINGS TAKE PLACE?

Athletes’ briefings will take place at Barceló Resort.

You can check the location here: https://g.page/BarceloPuntaUmbriaBeachResort?share

The recorded video briefings will be uploaded to the official website.

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WHERE CAN I RENT A BIKE? DO YOU KNOW OF ANY GOOD BIKESHOP IN THE

AREA?

We will inform you shortly.

IS THERE GOING TO BE MASSAGE SERVICE?

Yes, after each event at the Recovery Area.

Additionally and during the week of the event, massage services will be offered (more info

shortly).

MEDAL ENGRAVING

Commemorate your achievement! Engrave your FINISHER time on your medal! You can book this service online, just go HERE and pay 10€. Or also, when you have crossed the Finish Line go to the Recovery Area and pay 15€.

TRAINING FACILITIES

SWIM Athletes and coaches can access to the swimming pool of Punta Umbría, from Wednesday to Monday (from 12.00 to 14.00). There is free admission for athletes if you show your ID (with photo) or passport at the entrance. Staff will check it with the start lists to let you go in. Punta Umbría pool: Swimming pool in Punta Umbría C/ Miguel Hernández s/n 21100 Punta Umbría

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BIKE Punta Umbría – Malpica - Cartalla https://es.wikiloc.com/wikiloc/spatialArtifacts.do?event=setCurrentSpatialArtifact&id=18965890

Punta Umbría – Malpica – Cartalla – Embalse Piedras https://es.wikiloc.com/wikiloc/spatialArtifacts.do?event=setCurrentSpatialArtifact&id=18965962

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Punta Umbría – Malpica – Cartalla https://es.wikiloc.com/wikiloc/spatialArtifacts.do?event=setCurrentSpatialArtifact&id=18965985

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Punta Umbría – Malpica – El Rompido https://es.wikiloc.com/wikiloc/spatialArtifacts.do?event=setCurrentSpatialArtifact&id=18965996

RUN Barceló Resort – Camino de la Romería – Pinos del Mar https://es.wikiloc.com/wikiloc/spatialArtifacts.do?event=setCurrentSpatialArtifact&id=18966009

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Barceló Resort - Marismas https://es.wikiloc.com/wikiloc/spatialArtifacts.do?event=setCurrentSpatialArtifact&id=18966032

It is also possible to use the city sports facilities, with running tracks. Address: Polideportivo Municipal Antonio Gil Hernández C/ Andévalos s/n 21100 Punta Umbría Tel. +34 959 49 51 59 https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1Tw63mMD5qE8gTPwO_bVvCavqARo&hl=es&ll=37.1950495992329%2C-6.970293799583487&z=17

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POST-EVENT SERVICES

WILL THERE BE CHANGING ROOMS AND SHOWERS?

The Recovery Area is provided with changing rooms and bathrooms.

Athletes are welcome to use the showers of Punta Umbría swimming pool.

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FURTHER INFORMATION

WHAT ABOUT THE LOST & FOUND OFFICE?

If you lose anything, you can go to the Lost & Found Office at the Expo, next to where you

will pick up your bag with your bib numbers, at Barceló Resort.

CAN I WEAR MY OWN UNIFORM?

It is compulsory to wear the uniform of your National Federation, the country you are

representing.

WILL THERE BE AN EXHIBITION AREA-EXPO?

Yes, at Barceló Resort, on the days before the event; and on Saturday and Sunday at the

main venue (Avenida de Andalucía).

WHEN WILL THE ROADS BE CLOSED? WHICH ROADS WILL BE TRAFFIC -

FREE?

Roads will be closed one hour before the races start. If you are staying in Punta Umbría,

we recommend you to walk to the venue, as everything is within 1 km walking distance.

WHEN WILL THE COURSES BE MARKED?

We plan to have the courses marked by Tuesday.

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WILL THERE BE LIVE TIMING OF THE EVENT?

Yes, all events will have live timing through the official APP which you can find in Apple

Store y Android when you search FETRI.

WILL THERE BE FREE PHOTOS OF THE EVENT?

Yes, there will be an official photographer at the Finish Line. Photos will be posted on

Facebook.

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BIKE SEGMENT

IS IT COMPULSORY TO WEAR THE BIB NUMBER IN THE BIKE SEGMENT?

According to the rules, it is not compulsory but optional.

HOW MANY LANES WILL THERE BE?

The number of lanes will depend on the race. At least one lane per race (sometimes more

lanes).

RIDING ON THE BIKE COURSE

Athletes are requested to ride on the right hand side of the road (pass on the left).

IF I DECIDE TO DROP OUT OF THE RACE, WILL THERE BE VEHICLES TO

BRING ME BACK TO THE TRANSITION AREA?

There will be a support vehicle following the last athlete, who is starting the last lap,

during Age Group events.

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RUN SEGMENT

WHERE SHOULD ATHLETES THROW AWAY TRASH OR UNWANTED OBJECTS?

Athletes MUST dispose of trash or unwanted objects (glasses, bottles, spare parts, etc.) at

Aid Stations or designated areas.

IS IT COMPULSORY TO RUN WITH THE BIB NUMBER ON?

Yes, athletes are requested to wear their bib number at all times and always visible.

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VIEWERS-CHEER LEADERS!

CAN MY FRIENDS/RELATIVES ACCOMPANY ME DURING THE RACE TO CHEER

ME UP?

There will be grandstands next to the Finish Line to follow up athletes.

CAN MY RELATIVES/FRIENDS CROSS THE FINISH LINE WITH ME?

According to the rules, no.

CAN RELATIVES/FRIENDS ACCESS THE MEDICAL / FIRST AID TENT TO MEET

AN INJURED ATHLETE?

No. Relatives and friends will be duly informed but it is advisable to avoid crowds in the

medical area to provide the best medical care. Thanks for your understanding!

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OTHER

WILL I FIND MY CHIP IN THE ATHLETE’S BAG?

Yes. Please do check you have received the chip before the race starts.

CAN BIKES GO ON TRAINS AND BUSES?

Yes. Although if you are staying in Punta Umbría everything is within walking distance.

(DON’T) BREAK A LEG!!!! ENJOY THE EXPERIENCE!!!