Duaman Duathlon 2015 | Updated Start List |Race Tips | Important Reminders

Few days left before the Duaman Duathlon, SBR.ph nation! Are you ready? Check out the following reminders below for a hassle free Duaman Duathlon experience! As a bonus, we even have additional tips for you :)

  1. COME EARLY FOR RACE KIT CLAIMING

We are expecting over 900 participants for the Duaman Duathlon. This is the BIGGEST duathlon ever so come early! All race kit will be claimed on race day. Please bring your registration stub or if you registered online or via bank deposit, bring a valid government id.

  1. GUN START TIME

Gun start time is set at exactly 6:30am. ALL OF YOU will be released in one go (wave). If this is your first time to join a duathlon, it is recommended that you stay at the back and let the fast ones (and those planning to set a p.r. ) go ahead in front.

  1. IT’S GOING TO BE HOT SO HYDRATE HYDRATE HYDRATE!

There will literally be ZERO shade on the race course so expect it to be really HOT. Don’t forget to keep on hydrating at the aid stations or pour water over your head. Take your time at the aid stations and drink/pour as many as you like. WE HAVE ENOUGH ;)

  1. WHAT DOES YOUR RACE KIT CONTAIN

Upon checking in, you will be given your Duaman Duathlon race kit which will contain the following :

  • 1 Race number
  • 1 Wrist tag (to be worn at all times)
  • 1 Helmet sticker (to be placed in front of helmet)
  • 1 Bike sticker (attach at the seat post)
  • 4 Safety pins for your race number. If you don’t want to damage your top, race belts are available at the SBR.ph booth.
    * relay teams will each have their own set of race number, stickers and wrist bands. Except for the bike sticker.
  1. WHERE CAN I PARK? IS IT SECURED?

We worked really hard with Nuvali to ensure security at the parking lot and all throughout the event. However, we still strongly advice that you don’t leave any valuables in car your. If it be helped, leave it in the trunk where it is safe from prying eyes.

Everyone is advised to park at the following parking areas. These areas will be secured and will be filled with floodlights for your extra security.

  • EVO LIVING SOLAR PARKING
  • GRAVEL PARKING BESIDE FIELD 3.

Upon entering Nuvali, just go straight and the parking lot will be on your left (evo living) and on your right (gravel parking) you won’t miss it. When in doubt, just ask any of the roving guards on duty.

  1. IT’S MY FIRST TIME! DO YOU HAVE ADDITIONAL TIPS?

Although there is basically nothing more that we can advice you that will make you GO FASTER on race, we do offer the following tips from Coach Andy Leuterio of Alpha Training Systems

Tip #1: Pace conservatively. The 1st run should be enjoyable and let you speak in short sentences. Use it as a “hard” warmup to get you into the rhythm. Ride the bike at a constant cadence, shifting gears as necessary. Keep intensity around 7-8/10 on Rate of Perceived Exertion. Spin easy for the last 5″ to prepare for the final run. On the 2nd run, go for broke as soon as you get your legs back.

Tip #2: Douse your head liberally. It’s effin’ hot.

Tip #3: Practice your transition at least once this week. Do you go “head to toe” (Helmet on, then change shoes?) or “toe to head” (change shoes, then helmet?). Have 2 small bottles of water to douse with in T1 and T2.

Tip #3: Memorize your spot in transition. Don’t be That Guy wandering all over the place looking for his bike. And keep your spot TIDY.

Tip #4: Pay attention on the bike! Stay right except to pass. Even though you think you’re going pretty fast, always assume there’s someone faster coming behind who needs some room on your left.

Tip #5: Make sure you know how to fix a flat. Don’t let this end your race. Sayang naman.

Tip #6: Zip up your suit if there are cameras around. Keep your hands into loose fists, elbows close to the chest, near 90 degrees. Looks much better for the camera, very “Pro”. and don’t slouch on the run. Upright torso, slight forward lean, relaxed shoulders, smile. Don’t grimace. Smiling looks better for the Facebook and instagram photos.

Tip #7: Give a little energy, to get more of the same. Cheer on your fellow racers, thank the volunteers. Loosen up and enjoy the day!

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IS THAT IT? WHAT ELSE?

If you trained properly, don’t worry! YOU WILL FINISH THE RACE. Remember that there is no cut off time. Although, like what we always say, wag lang sana abutan ng lunch time. :)

Have fun, live every moment, and enjoy the unique Duaman Duathlon experience. :)

YOU ARE A DUAMAN!

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SBR.ph Team

A triathlete making a comeback and a true blue Scorpio. That sums it up quite nicely :)

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