Hi ,
It looks like you're using an ad blocker.



The revenue generated from the adverts on the site is a critical part of our funding - and it's because of these ads that I can offer the site for free. But using the site for free AND blocking the ads doesn't feel like a great thing to do, which is why this box is so large and inconvenient. Some sites will completely block your access, but I'm not doing that - I'm appealing to your good nature instead. Did you know that you can allow ads for specific sites, whilst still blocking them on others?

Thanks,
Ian Williams aka Fetch

F'Laps - Saturday 5th July

Join in with our challenge this Saturday. Run a set distance every hour until you can't run any more!
or for an ad-free Fetcheveryone experience!

Basic Triathlon questions from those who don't know

2 lurkers | 147 watchers
Molesy
Molesy
Aug 2016
9:58pm, 2 Aug 2016
3,062 posts
  • Quote
  • Pin
Molesy
Gobi, I think the point MudMeanderer was making was that it is legal to cross a white line to overtake a cyclist travelling at less than 10mph.
Gobi
Gobi
Aug 2016
10:30pm, 2 Aug 2016
58,670 posts
  • Quote
  • Pin
Gobi
Not on a bicycle in a triathlon
Molesy
Molesy
Aug 2016
9:33am, 3 Aug 2016
3,064 posts
  • Quote
  • Pin
Molesy
In the absence of any rule which specifically forbids it other than complying with the Road Traffic Act and The Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions then yes, on a bicycle in a triathlon.

From the TSRGD:

(5) Nothing in sub-paragraph (1)(b) is to be taken to prohibit a vehicle from being driven across, or so as to straddle, the continuous line referred to in that paragraph, if it is safe to do so and if necessary to do so—
(a) to enable the vehicle to enter, from the side of the road on which it is proceeding, land or premises adjacent to the length of road on which the line is placed, or another road joining that road;
(b) in order to pass a stationary vehicle;
(c) owing to circumstances outside the control of the driver;
(d) in order to avoid an accident;
(e) in order to pass a road maintenance vehicle which is in use, is moving at a speed not exceeding 10 mph, and is displaying to the rear the sign at item 9 or 10 of the table in Part 6 of Schedule 13;
(f) in order to pass a pedal cycle moving at a speed not exceeding 10 mph;
(g) in order to pass a horse that is being ridden or led at a speed not exceeding 10 mph; or
(h) for the purposes of complying with any direction of a constable in uniform, a traffic officer in uniform or a traffic warden.

Whether the referee understands the law and applies it correctly is another matter.
Gobi
Gobi
Aug 2016
11:55am, 3 Aug 2016
58,671 posts
  • Quote
  • Pin
Gobi
So simply put

1. They were doing more than 10mph
2. I was in France
3. God bless him the ref was very clear on why I got a dq
4. I am aware of the rules from years in tri
Molesy
Molesy
Aug 2016
12:44pm, 3 Aug 2016
3,065 posts
  • Quote
  • Pin
Molesy
:-)

You were in France and they adhered to the rules :-o, are you sure you hadn't crossed the border into Germany?
Gobi
Gobi
Aug 2016
12:47pm, 3 Aug 2016
58,674 posts
  • Quote
  • Pin
Gobi
Lol
GordonG
GordonG
Aug 2016
2:34pm, 7 Aug 2016
6,926 posts
  • Quote
  • Pin
GordonG
so, it was my first Oly tri today. And it didn't really go as planned...

http://www.fetcheveryone.com/blog-view.php?id=6153

Lost heart after one swim lap. did the sprint tri instead of the Standard, but it was of little compensation...
Dowse
Dowse
Aug 2016
4:18pm, 7 Aug 2016
137 posts
  • Quote
  • Pin
Dowse
After all that chat about penalties, I got a warning today because I unzipped the front of my tri suit (I may still have a penalty, but I couldn't be bothered to check). Who knew that wasn't allowed!?
GordonG
GordonG
Aug 2016
5:43pm, 7 Aug 2016
6,927 posts
  • Quote
  • Pin
GordonG
i only knew cos the guy announced it over the tannoy before the race. not sure what the purpose of that rule is. and does it only apply to tri suits? what about my bog-standards cycle top that has a small zip at the top - does that count?
The Scribbler
The Scribbler
Aug 2016
6:18pm, 7 Aug 2016
3,765 posts
  • Quote
  • Pin
The Scribbler
I think it's so there's no perceived advantage between having it zipped up or down. Or cynics may say that it allows any sponsors/team name to be displayed at all time.

I was made aware of it on my tri coaching course.

About This Thread

Maintained by lammo
Everybody welcome, questions answered, get entered for:

Dorney Supersprint Sunday 20th May Mates wave A

humanrace.co.uk
  • Show full description...

Related Threads

  • training
  • triathlon
  • trisuits

Report This Content

You can report any content you believe to be unsafe. Please let me know why you believe this content is unsafe by choosing a category below.



Thank you for your report. The content will be assessed as soon as possible.










Back To Top

Tag A User

To tag a user, start typing their name here:
X

Free training & racing tools for runners, cyclists, swimmers & walkers.

Fetcheveryone lets you analyse your training, find races, plot routes, chat in our forum, get advice, play games - and more! Nothing is behind a paywall, and it'll stay that way thanks to our awesome community!
Get Started
Click here to join 114,480 Fetchies!
Already a Fetchie? Sign in here