Frequently asked questions

Q:I am not able to participate in the 2011 STÄLJMUN Herrenkoog Triathlon, although I have registered. What do I do?
A:You have two options to avoid any costs. Either you give your starting place to another athlete and inform us about it or we simply transfer your fee to next years´event and you use it in 2012. You are entitled to withdraw completely until june 1st 2011. The entry fee will be refunded after the deduction of 10,- Euro as an administrative charge. After june 1st 2011 entry fees will not be refunded any more.

Q:Which age group applies for me?
A: Your respective age at the day of the tournament is relevant for assigning you to a certain age group. You find those age groups in our application form.

Q: Is there a participation limit for your event in 2011?
A: During the last youple of years we had an average of approximately 900 participants. Our capacities on the Herrenkoog compound allow for up to 1.000 participants. Everybody should have the chance to participate. After we have reached entry application number 1.000 we start thinking about a convenient solution. Generally there will be no limit.

Q: How do I find out, whether I have registered successfully?
A: All registered participants receive a confirmation note either by hardcopy or email. We will publish an official start list (athletes who have registered and paid!) Please use the button "start list" on this homepage.

Q: My adress or other information concerning my personal data have changed. How and where do I inform you?
A: Simply write an email to sportler@herrenkoog-triathlon.de or call us at +49-(0)4661-90 21 13. If you change personal data after june 1st 2011 we charge 8,- Euro for administrative reasons.

F: What kind of catering do you serve on the race course and after crossing the finish line?
A:On the course we serve isotonic beverages. Besides water, Coke, fruit and energy bars will be available. Additionally we offer salty bretzels, fruit (slices of orange, banana and water melon), cake and alcoholic-free beer in the finish area.

Q: What kind of bikes are allowed?
A: Any bikes are allowed.But you will have to sit on them and not cycle in a lying position.

Q: Where are the most attractive spots on the cycling course?
A: The hot spots are located in Maasbüll and in Risum at the supply point.

Q: Do you allow drafting?
A: Definitely not, there will be course marshalls present and according to the regulations drafting might cause immediate exclusion from the race. In case of a mere suspicion (e.g. an unclear situation or nonintentional drafting when passing too slow or being inattentive) a time penalty will be issued.

Q: When will the STÄLJMUN Herrenkoog Triathlon 2011 race brochure and the application booklet be published?
A: The brochure will be available at the beginning of 2011 and be distributed within the regional area. Clubs, teams or athletes, who are interested, will get it in the mail, if desired and a notice is given to us. To be sure to get a brochure just write us an email! All necessary information will be available over the internet as well.

Q: Do you allow external athletes´ assistance on the course?
A: No, violations might lead to exclusion from the race. Exceptions are allowed during the Kids Triathlon. Based on the assessment of the parents younger kids are allowed to get assistance either in the transition zone or on the course. This is because during the kids event emphasis is put on having fun and motivating the participants for further triathlon activities. But parents, relatives and friends are kindly asked for discretion and limit their support to the minimum to avoid disadvantages for others.

Q: What do you offer the kids in terms of presents and give-aways as a means of appreciation?
A: Every single kid will receive a medal and a personal gift.

F: Do you have showers available after the race?
A: We haveshowers for all athletes within the transition area on the Herrenkoog compound.

F: Do you have recommendations for arrival routes and parking on race day?
A: To reach the Herrenkoog compound on friday and saturday you will have to use the road over Maasbüll, because Norderlandstraße will be closed on both days. You can park your vehicle in the Herrenkoog parking area (all day for spectators and athletes, free of charge). In case of bad weather we will offer alternative parking opportunities and will publish those in the local media. Danish guests will be informed on request.

F: What do I do, if I have registered wrongly or unintentionally used wrong personal data?
A. You simply write an email to sportler@herrenkoog-triathlon.de or just call us on +49-(0)4661-90 21 13.

Q: Do german participants with a licence issued by the national triathlon association and international participants require a day licence?
A: No - with an official licence shown at the registration board during check-in you avoid a day licence. For the short distance (Jedermann) you don´t need a licence at all. Neither do international athletes, who hold a licence of their national triathlon association, need a day licence.

Q: What water temperature do you expect during the race days?
Between 17°C and 20°C, most likely wearing a wet suit will be allowed. Even in the cold summer of 2010 water temperature was above 17°C.

F: What kind of weather do you expect during the race days?
Great question. During the last couple of years weather in Nordfriesland has been stable and friendly in the beginning of june. At least better than by the end of june or during parts of july. It will definitely be windy! And especially this is why we will enforce drafting free bike splits in the upcoming future.

Q: May I use my own timing chip?
A: No, the service company uses own chips exclusively. But different from many other endurance events we do not charge a chip rental fee!!

Q: Is there an official bike service shop available?
A: Yes definitely, you may expect professional assistance if needed on the Herrenkoog compound.