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Foster Grant Ironman World Championship 70.3 FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions for the Foster Grant Ironman World Championship 70.3

1. What is the date of the 2008 Ironman World Championship 70.3?
Saturday, November 8, 2008

2. Do I have to qualify to compete in the event?
Yes, all athletes competing must earn a slot at one of the 29 global qualifying races. To view a list of qualifying races, please visit: Ironman 70.3 Events

3.What is the entry fee?
$300.00 USD

4. When will specific race information (e.g., course maps, event schedule) be available?
The Athlete Guide will be available on-line by October 1, 2008.

5. Whom do I contact to secure a hotel room in Clearwater for the event?
For information on our official hotels go to the event page for the

6. Which local bike shop do you recommend I contact to assist with bike repairs?
Inside Out Sports is our official bike shop partner and can be reached at www.insideoutsports.com

7. Once I've registered for the event, whom do I contact with an address change?
Please send all changes to: clearwater@ironman.com.

8. Can I purchase tickets to the welcome dinner (Nov. 6) and awards banquet (Nov. 8) for family and friends?
There are a limited number of banquet tickets available for guests. Tickets may be purchased on-line beginning September 1, 2008.

9. Which sports nutrition items will be available on-course?
Gatorade Endurance Formula, plus PowerBar and PowerBar GEL products, will be available through the bike and run course. Please refer to the Athlete Guide for specific product placement.

10. If I become injured or cannot compete in the race for any reason, can I transfer my slot to the following year or to another person?
Sorry, slots are non-transferable.

11. Does the event have slots for the 2009 Ironman World Championship 70.3?
Yes, the top 10 male and female pros, plus each age group winner will receive a slot.

12. What are the cut-off times to be an official finisher at the world championship?
Swim:  1:00 after final swim start
Bike:  4:30 after final swim start
Finish:  7:30 after final swim start

13. How can I determine the number of world championship slots at each qualifier?
Please refer to the event page of each qualifier to view the pro and age group slots. Contact the event�s organizer to determine the specific number of slots for your category.

14. I know someone who is interested in volunteering during the event. Who do they contact?
Please direct all volunteers to: amy@ironman.com.Saturday, November 8, 2008

15. Do I have to qualify to compete in the event?
Yes, all athletes competing must earn a slot at one of the 29 global qualifying races. To view a list of qualifying races, please visit: Ironman 70.3 Events

16. What is the entry fee?
$300.00 USD

17. When will specific race information (e.g., course maps, event schedule) be available?
The Athlete Guide will be available on-line by October 1, 2008.

18. Whom do I contact to secure a hotel room in Clearwater for the event?
For information on our official hotels go to: http://www.ironman.com/assets/files/races/worldchampionship70.3/pdf/hotels.pdf or click on the "Quick Links" section on the Ironman World Championship 70.3 event page.

19. Which local bike shop do you recommend I contact to assist with bike repairs?
Inside Out Sports is our official bike shop partner and can be reached at www.insideoutsports.com

20. Once I've registered for the event, whom do I contact with an address change?
Please send all changes to: clearwater@ironman.com.

21. Can I purchase tickets to the welcome dinner (Nov. 6) and awards banquet (Nov. 8) for family and friends?
There are a limited number of banquet tickets available for guests. Tickets may be purchased on-line beginning September 1, 2008.

22. Which sports nutrition items will be available on-course?
Gatorade Endurance Formula, plus PowerBar and PowerBar GEL products, will be available through the bike and run course. Please refer to the Athlete Guide for specific product placement.

23. If I become injured or cannot compete in the race for any reason, can I transfer my slot to the following year or to another person?
Sorry, slots are non-transferable.

24. Does the event have slots for the 2009 Ironman World Championship 70.3?
Yes, the top 10 male and female pros, plus each age group winner will receive a slot.

25. I know someone who is interested in volunteering during the event. Who do they contact?
Please direct all volunteers to: amy@ironman.com.

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