Athletes:

Bicyclists:

1. Helmets meeting ANSI standard must be worn at all times and chin strap must be fastened at all times when on bicycle.

2. Number must be visible at all times on back and both thighs.

3. No escorts of any type allowed.  No unauthorized assistance from anyone except a race official.

4. Team bicyclists must cross the finish line with timing chip and hand off to runners.  Notify timers upon completion of fourth lap.

5. No drafting of any type of vehicle, maintain two bike lengths behind next biker except when passing. If unable to pass, drop back.

6. Follow and obey all traffic regulations.  Don't cross solid yellow lines.

7. No tandems, recumbents, fairings or other devices designed to reduce air resistance (Aerobars are allowed).

8. Handlebars must be plugged.  Equipment may not be abandon on race course.

9. Bikes must be walked out of and into the transition area.  Please observe marked mount and dismount areas.

10. No intentional or accidental blocking or interference with forward progress of another participant.

11. No unauthorized equipment including headsets/personal audio devices.

Runners:

1. Race number must be visible at all times.

2. Be sure to start and finish with your timing chip.
3. Escorts not permitted.  No unauthorized assistance from anyone except a race official.
4. No intentional or accidental blocking or interference with forward progress of another participant.
5. No unauthorized equipment including headsets/personal audio devices.

Swimmers:

1. Number must be written on both shoulders.

2. Team swimmers must hand team timing chip to bicyclist in the transition area. 
3. Swimmers may stand up in water but may not walk.

4. Wet suits. Each age group participant shall be permitted to wear a wet suit without penalty in any event sanctioned by USA Triathlon up to and including a water temperature of 78 degrees Fahrenheit. When the water temperature is greater than 78 degrees, but less than 84 degrees Fahrenheit, age group participants may wear a wet suit at their own discretion, provided however that participants who wear a wet suit within this temperature range shall not be eligible for prizes or awards. Age group participants shall not wear wet suits in water temperatures equal to or greater than 84 degrees Fahrenheit. The wetsuit policy for elite athletes shall be determined by the USAT Athletes Advisory Council.

5. Swimmers must start with their designated wave or group. Starting in an earlier group = DQ.
6. No artificial propulsion devices including fins, gloves, etc.

Winning Time Chip Timing System:

1. You will receive detailed instructions for using your chip in your packet at registration. 

2. If you register for the race and the decide not to participate, you must return your chip to registration or finish line volunteers. 

3. You must wear your chip & cross over the mats at the finish of each event, to receive a time. 

4. Team members must pass the team chip to next athlete on your team. 

5. Athletes who do not return their assigned chip must pay a $30 replacement fee to Bay State Race Services.
6. Each event and all transition times are recorded