1: Increased age-group draft zone from 10 meters to 12 meters. 12 meters is roughly 6 bike lengths/
- note athletes who enter the 12 meter draft distance of a forward bike must complete the pass in 25 seconds
- athletes overtaken who fail to drop back 12 meters will receive a drafting penalty - nothing is more frustrating than passing an athlete who does not drop back.
- 12 meters is further than most think. I have athletes who were given penalties when the draft zone was 10 meters and they were sure they were 10 back. Practice riding "legally" behind others in training.
2: Snorkels will be prohibited. as they should. IMHO, really a snorkel?
3: During non- westsuit swims, swimwear sleeves or race kids worn under sleeves swimwear may now extend from shoulders to elbows.
There are a few other changes which can be seen below. It is the responsibility of the racer to know the rules. Take a few minutes before each race and ready the athlete guide, There maybe specifics to each race, ie: no pass zones etc. A penalty can cost you 4 minutes but can also put you and another athlete in danger. IE - passing on the right, this is a penalty.
http://m.ironman.com/triathlon/news/articles/2016/02/ironman-rules-q-and-a.aspx#axzz3zJl2GE7l
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