Course marshals and officials have authority to disqualify participants for any violation of the rules. Medical personnel have ultimate authority to remove a participant from the race. Good sportsmanship conduct will be demanded of all contestants. A contestant must personally notify and turn in their race bib to the nearest race official if they decide to withdraw from the race. Participants will be required to pass through timing chutes at each transition.
Pairs are a two-member entry.
Teams may consist of three or four members. All transfer of personnel within a pair or team must be done at transition sites. Any contestant within a team or pair may continue any part of the race as long as their participation is continuous and does not violate the leapfrogging provision. No pets on the course. Bike Rules Cycling helmets are required during the entire bike race.