FAQ
1. How do I get back to the start from the finish line?
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There will be transportation provided via bus at the conclusion of the Awards Program
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Have someone come with you to the race and they bring your vehicle to the fairgrounds
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Catch a ride with friends or family.
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See "transportation" section on our website for full details
2. What happens to my gear that I leave at the swim start during my swim/bike transition?
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You have until 2:00 p.m. to retrieve that gear.
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3. Can I register the morning of the race?
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NO, race day registration is not permitted. Registration closes at the conclusion of the pre-race meeting, the night before the race.
4. In the past, the athletes were able to pay for USA Triathlon licenses online and then sign the waiver at the Lake?
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If you are a USA Triathlon annual license holder, bring your license and a photo id. If you don't have a license on you, you must purchase one ahead of time or you will not be able to compete in the race.
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You must have a license to compete in the race.
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The one day license is $15/adult and yearly $10/child, payable before you race.
5. Do I need to bring a photo ID with my USA Triathlon license?
- Yes, bring your drivers license and USAT license
6. What happens if I do not have a Photo ID?
- you cannot pick up your race packet and you cannot race, no exceptions.
7. Where is the best place to stay for the race?
- Search google!
8.How do I get my running gear to the bike/run transition area and finish line?
There will be a bag in your race packet that you will place in a trailer marked "bike/run transition" or "T2". The bag will have your number on it. The race staff will transport this bag to the bike/run transition, and it will be waiting on you when you arrive and dismount the bike. (further explanation available at the race meeting).
There will also be another bag in your packet labeled "Finish Line" or "FL". This is the bag you will put any clothing/shoes in that you wish to have waiting for you after the finish line for post race socializing. You will put this bag in the trailer marked "Finish Line".
Both your T2 and FL bags have to be placed in the trailer the MORNING of the race, before the race starts. You will NOT be placing these bags in the trailer the night before the race.
If your bag is not placed in the trailer by the time the race starts, you will not have shoes to run in/finish line gear to wear!!!
9. When will we pick up our timing chips?
The timing chips will be in your packet! In the past you have always picked up your timing chip the morning of the race but that has changed. We have a new timing company for our race and your chips will now be disposable chips. In addition, there is no need to have one of the volunteers remove your chip after you complete the race, they are yours to keep.
10. How does transition work for the bike racks:
Swim/Bike Transition is marked with your race number.
The Bike/Run Transition is marked with your race number.
- With ground mounting racks - you will be required to rack your bike with the rear wheel in the rack. Mounting from your front wheel is not allowed
- With pole mounting bike racks - you will be required to rack from your bike seat, mounting from your handle bars is not allowed.
11. How do I get in the Neshoba County Fair if I am a spectator?
All particpants will obviously get in the Fair free due to running into the Fair Grounds while racing. However, all spectators will be required to pay for a day pass in order to get into the Fair Grounds to watch the participant finish. The day pass rate is usually around $20 and the fair accepts electronic payments along with cash. We encourage you to park at this location here https://maps.app.goo.gl/yPidQJdx4RcnvEi87 as this will get you as close to the finish line as possible.
