Start mechanism: Pontoon, Dive Start
Swim Conditions: Ocean, 2 laps - At the end of the first lap, athletes need to come out on the pontoon and dive back in. Distance to the first buoy is 350m.
Water Temp: 19-20 degree celsuis. Wetsuit use expected
Cycle Course: 5 laps of 8km with 2 big hills(13% and 15 %, hilly, fast. 2 wheels stops per lap: - wheel stop 1: next to Transition, athletes/teams need to bring their own wheels - wheel stop 2: 1st bike turning point provided by the LOC
Run Course: 4 laps of 2,5 km. Flat. 2 Aid Stations per lap.
Prize money distribution. Elite men and women:
1st. 6,250 USD
2nd. 5,000 USD
3rd. 3,750 USD
4th. 2,500 USD
5th. 2,000 USD
6th. 1,750 USD
7th. 1,500 USD
8th. 1,000 USD
9th. 750 USD
10th. 500 USD