Busselton Jetty Swim - Race Information 2012

Race Information 2012

This information is subject to change. Last updated 26 January 2012.

Date:

Sunday 5 February 2012 at the Busselton Jetty.

Start:

Wave starts commence at 08:00 and will continue at 2-minute intervals
2R teams start at 08:10
4R teams start at 08:14

Finish:

Official race finish time is 11:00. After this time, swimmers may be removed from the water for their own safety and for the safety of others.

Swim Fee:

Swim Category	Fee - $40 per swimmer
Individual	$40.00
2 Person Team	$80.00
4 Person Team	$160.00

Pre-Race Check-in:

Saturday 4 February 15:00 – 17:30 (preferred option)
OR Sunday 5 February 06:00 – 07:00

Briefing:

Swimmers 07:15 near the finish area.

Authorized support craft 06:45 Near the Scout Road boat ramp (blue sea containers).

Starting Procedure

Swimmer	Distance	Where do I start?	Where do I finish?	Getting to the start
Individual	3.6km	Beach (east) Starting area	Beach (West) Finish chute	Wave starts commence at 08:00 in 2 minute intervals
2 Person Team - swimmer 1	1.4km	Beach (east) Starting area	Allie's Landing	Starts at 08:10
2 Person Team - swimmer 2	2.2km	Allie's Landing	Beach (west) Finish chute	Walk to Allie's Landing (1.4km). Start walking by 08:00
4 Person Team - swimmer 1	1.0km	Beach (east) Starting area	Jetty Platform (east)	Starts at 08:14
4 Person Team - swimmer 2	0.4km	Jetty Platform (east)	Allie's Landing	Walk to Jetty Platform (1.0km) Start walking by 08:00
4 Person Team - swimmer 3	1.2km	Allie's Landing	Jetty Platform (west)	Walk to Allie's Landing (1.4km) Start walking by 08:00
4 Person Team - swimmer 4	1.0km	Jetty Platform (west)	Beach (west) Finish chute	Walk to Jetty Platform (1.0km) Start walking by 08:15

Awards:

11:35 (approx) at main stage.

Entries:

Online only.
Entries Close: Midnight Western Standard Time, Wednesday 1 February 2012.
Late entries will not be accepted for teams or individuals.

For the overall safety and effective management of the event the race organizers reserve the right to restrict entries and/or refuse entry to any swimmer.

Junior Swimmers:

As a safety requirement, we will be asking for proof of suitable swimming ability for swimmers 12 years and under. Please note that any junior swimmers must provide proof of completing and passing stage 8 (as per Royal Life Saving) or equivalent to be eligible to swim in the event. Parents or guardians will be contacted after entries have closed. No award will be issued to the youngest swimmer.

Support Paddlers:

Due to safety considerations for swimmers and water safety crew, support paddlers will not be permitted to accompany swimmers in the 2012 event, however if you feel you have a special need requiring your own support or provisions this must be indicated as part of your online entry. An exclusion zone will be in effect under the control of the Department of Transport. Any paddlers breaching the exclusion zone may be subject to cautions or fines.

Refunds:

Requests for refund must be submitted in writing or email and will not be accepted after entries close. (A $10 administration fee per swimmer will be retained.)