The Rules
This is a new series on a more detailed look into the USAT rules of triathlon competition.
Rule of the Month: Helmets
Source: Editor
This one is easy. Keep your helmet on and buckled at all times when you are at a race venue and on your bike... Read
Rule of the Month: Passing
Source: Editor
A participant who approaches another cyclist from the rear or from another unfavorable position bears primary responsibility for avoiding a position foul... Read
Rule of the Month: Illegal Position and Position Penalties
Source: Editor
Ok, What do these rules really mean and where can you ride and not get a penalty. Read
Rule of the Month: Overtaken
Source: Editor
Many times we penalize people for this rule and it�s maybe the most commonly violated rule at an Ironman distance race. Read
USA Triathlon Competitive Rules
Source: USA Triathlon
The Competitive Rules are intended to provide for the orderly and consistent administration of events sanctioned by USA Triathlon and are not designed to establish standards of care for the safety of participants or other... Read
A Message from the Head Referee to all Age Group Competitors�
Source: Editor
Most triathletes come to races with only a rudimentary understanding of the rules of the sport. Indeed, few have ever read through the Competitive Rules in its entirety available at www.usatriathlon.org. In order to minimize... Read
