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When are the Registration Deadlines for any of the Strawberry Fields Multisport
Festival events? |
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Online registration will close July 6, 2008, 5pm PST for ALL events. All Mail-in registration forms MUST be post-marked by July 6, 2008. Any forms received after July 6th, will be returned to sender. If the event is not sold out, Late Registration will be available on July 19th, 2008 (for Triathlon & Duathlon events only). Late Registration may or may not include specific categories per event, please email the Registration Director at registration@strawberryfieldstri.com on July 12th for up to date information. |
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What happens if an event sells out? |
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In the event of a sell-out, all entries received after the Registration Deadline
dates will be automatically returned within 10 business days. Waiting lists may
be established for some events. |
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Can I register on the day of the event?
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There will be Race Day Registration for the Dash for the Berries Fun Run ONLY. There will NOT be Race Day Registration for either the Strawberry Fields Triathlon or Duathlon, please refer to Question 1 for Registration Deadlines. |
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What if I register and then become injured or am unable to attend the race? |
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All entry fees are non-refundable and entries are non-transferable to other athletes. If an athlete/team is unable to attend an event he/she has the following options: |
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a. You can option to postpone your entry to a future event. A written request with a $10 fee must be sent to the Athlete Services office at least 60 days prior to the race in question. Any request after this time or failure to show up for an event will forfeit your entry fees. Mail and make check payable to:
Athlete Services LLC
1223 Wilshire Blvd. #988
Santa Monica CA 90403 |
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b. For Relay Teams Only: a teammate may be replaced at no charge. Athlete Services LLC must receive a written request with the new and old teammate's information no later than 14 days prior to event.
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For more information, please visit our Event & Regulation Rules regarding registration, or email us at registration@strawberryfieldstri.com. |
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What if I register and then a natural disaster occurs and/or the racecourse is cancelled?
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Due to permits, acts on the part of city officials, police orders and unexpected
acts of nature, we reserve the right to make last minute changes, remove segments
of the racecourse and sometimes cancel the entire event. We reserve the right to
make such changes in order to insure your safety and or comply with city officials,
county lifeguards and police. SORRY, THERE WILL BE NO REFUNDS. |
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Can I transfer my registration to another athlete? |
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No, your registration, race bib, and timing chip are all non-transferable. |
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For more information, please visit our Event & Regulation
Rules regarding registration, or email us at
registration@strawberryfieldstri.com. |
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Q7: |
Once I have submitted my on-line or mailed in registration form, can I make changes
to my information? |
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Yes, your registration information can only be edited by emailing the Registration
Director at: registration@strawberryfieldstri.com.
All requests must be emailed by the Registration Deadline dates, please refer to
Question 1.
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How do I know that my registration has been processed and I am entered in the event? |
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For on-line registrations: Active.com will send you an email receipt and event confirmation:
(Please keep a copy for your records and bring to Packet Pick Up),
You can also go to http://www.strawberryfieldstri.com and click on the "Participants List" - we will update this every two weeks starting in May – if you do not see your name on the list – be patient, your Active.com receipt is positive confirmation as well!
We do not offer mail registration at this time – if you have special registrations needs, please contact us and we’ll work with you!
registration@strawberryfieldstri.com
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Q9: |
Is it mandatory to pick up my race packet? |
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For the triathlon and duathlon events, yes. Your race packet includes your official race bib, timing chip, swim
cap, bike stickers, and transition bracelets. You must have these items in your
possession and follow instructions given in order to race. For the fun run event, no. You must CHECK IN at the Registration Check In to get your race bib, but
there is no packet to pick up. |
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Can someone else pick up my race packet on my
behalf? |
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No. Each registered participant MUST pick up his/her own race packet.
In order to receive your race packet you MUST have the following and present them
at Registration Check In:
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a. Strawberry Fields Multisports Festival Race Waiver. NOTE: All individuals have signed our online waivers – some indiviludals and Relay participant may have to sign additional waivers at Packet Pick Up.
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b. Valid California I.D. or Passport
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c. USAT Membership Card or 1-day temporary waiver signed (for triathlon and duathlon only) iv. Cash or Check to pay for 1-day temporary ($10) if not already paid on-line (go to: http://www.strawberryfieldstri.com/register.asp
for details)
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d. Cash or Check to pay for 1-day temporary ($10) if not already paid on-line. Please
visit here for details. |
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No “substitutes” for race packet pick up will be allowed without
the consent of the Registration Director in advance. Please email the
Registration Director (this does not guarantee approval). |
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Can I receive my Race Packet in the mail? |
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No, race packets will not be mailed
out. All participants must pick up their packets in person at the Race Packet Pick
Up at the Strawberry Fields Triathlon Expo Area. For Special Groups or Clubs
with specific needs, please contact the
Registration Director. All arrangements MUST be made prior to July 12th, 2008. |
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When is Race Packet Pick Up?
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For the triathlon and duathlon events: Race Packet Pick Up is Saturday, July 19th, from 1:00pm – 5:00pm (with Late Registration available if event is not sold out) and Sunday, July 20th, from 4:30am – 6:15am (all packets MUST be picked up by 6:15am).
There is NO LATE REGISTRATION on RACE DAY!
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For the fun run event: Race Bib Pick Up is on Saturday, July 19th, 7:00am – 7:45am (the Dash for the Berries will start at 8:00am sharp!) There is NO REGISTRATION for this event - all you have to do is show up!
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Where is Race Packet Pick Up? |
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For all events, the
Race Packet Pick Up is at the official race site in Oxnard Park Beach, in Oxnard, CA – just 50 miles north of Los Angeles County. Please visit Directions and Parking. A map of Race Day Parking
is available as well. |
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Is on-line registration safe?
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Yes, by partnering with Active.com, Athlete Services, LLC is 100% confident that all on-line registrations for the Strawberry Fields Multisport Festival are safe & secure. For more information, please visit
here. |
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What if
I still have a question regarding REGISTRATION? |
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No problem! Please contact the
Registration Director and allow 24-48 hours for a response, thank you kindly!
If no remaining questions, perfect! Athlete
Services, LLC wishes you safe training and we look forward to seeing you at Strawberry
Fields Multisport Festival 2008.
Remember to check the official website periodically
for race
and registration updates. |
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Q16: |
Do I need to wear a wetsuit?
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Wetsuits are not required, but most people do choose to race in them. The water
temperature is usually 58-65 degrees.
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Where do I rack my bike on race day?
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By now you should of picked up your race packet at registration and have all the
necessary items you will need for the race. You must enter into the Transition area
through the main entrance and be checked in by a SFT official. You MUST have your
Racer ID Bracelet on, your bike in good in good working order, and an approved bike
helmet. Once inside volunteers will guide you to your corresponding race place (look
for either your race number or starting wave).
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What is one of my relay team members cannot make it?
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Relay Registration Packets will not be given to teams missing members at Registration Check-in. All members must be present and sign all race and USAT waivers (if not already taken care of on-line), no exceptions.
Each team will have one chip that will be passed from relay team member to member for each leg of the race. The relay team’s bike must be on the bike rack until the swimmer tags the biker, and you must trade the chip at your team’s position on the bike rack.
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What are Wave Starts and when do I start my race?
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Because there are so many athletes and safety is a priority, we pre assign you into
Wave Starts based on your age group or division. There will never be more then 150
participants in your Wave Start and the official order will be announced the day
prior to race day. Note that the first wave will go off approximately evry 3-5 minutes
after the official start of the race.
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What happens if I can’t finish the Swim?
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You will have to notify a lifeguard and or a SFT official and your will be disqualified
form the event (at this time you must turn in your timing chip and race number).
If you choose to continue, you may do so at your own risk, but you will not receive
a finishing time.
Note: this situation applies to all parts of the events.
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Q21: |
What happen if I get injured?
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The will be EMS on site as well as our own Medical Response Team – Find a SFT official
or look for the Medical tent in the EXPO area.
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Additional race course questions?
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Most of the questions are addressed on the website but can be summed up by this
statement – “This is an OPEN RACE COURSE and you will have to obey ALL traffic laws,
Lifeguard or Peace Officers at all times – no exceptions!” As for the most commonly
violated rules, please review the
USAT rules.
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