Each swimmer must wear the official race cap. In the event that more than one swim cap is worn, the official race cap must be worn as the outer layer.

All swimmers must be numbered at the Transition Area when checking - in equipment between 4:30 AM – 6 AM..

No wetsuits, fins, aqua socks, gloves, paddles or floatation devices of any kind allowed. Swimmers may only wear one apparel layer in the swim. The exception to this rule is that women may wear a bra top or bra under the swim suit layer. Speed suits are not allowed. The average water temperature in February is 28°C/82°F.

In the event that a swimmer or group of swimmers, fall behind the main body of swimmers, race officials / lifesavers may move that swimmer or group of swimmers forward on the swim course by boat or paddle board in order to maintain contact with the main body of swimmers. Swimmers moved forward on the swim course may complete the race but will not be eligible to win age group or other awards.

It is legal for athletes to arrange for family, friends or coaches to hand-off eyeglasses and other special items after the swim, all such hand-offs must be made along the chute between the swim finish and the Transition Area.

Yellow Card - Foot Down Penalty: Athletes shown a yellow card, or where a penalty is otherwise indicated by a marshal, shall immediately and safely bring their bike to a complete stop on the left edge of the road and put both feet on the road surface. When indicated to do so by the marshal, the athletes may remount their bike and continue the race. The marshal shall in his sole discretion determine the length of the penalty. There will be no further time penalties assessed at the end of the bike. Any athlete arguing with the marshal or otherwise demonstrating against a drafting penalty shall be immediately disqualified.

Red Card - Disqualification: Athletes repeatedly or intentionally violating the draft zone shall be shown a red card or otherwise indicated by a marshal that he or she has been disqualified. While disqualified athletes may ride back to the transition area to gather their equipment, any argument or protest against the disqualification, effort to continue the race, or pass through the timing point at the bike/run transition shall result in expulsion from future India Triathlons.

Each participant must wear a race number at all times while on course. Race numbers issued by the India Triathlon organizers identify the official contestants in the race. Folding, cutting race number, intentional alteration of any kind, or failure to wear race number so that it is plainly visible is strictly prohibited and may result in disqualification.

ANSI or SNELL approved helmet is required during the entire bike race. Any contestant seen riding without an approved helmet will be immediately disqualified. Leather or vinyl hairnet helmets are not allowed. Helmets must be securely buckled at all times competitors are on the bike.

Each participant will be individually responsible for repair and maintenance of his/her own bike. Assistance by anyone other than race personnel will be grounds for immediate disqualification. Each cyclist should be prepared to handle any possible mechanical malfunction.

Cyclists are required to heed directions and instructions of all race officials and public authorities.

Cyclists are individually responsible for following traffic laws and are solely responsible for the consequences of any infractions. Cyclists riding in violation of traffic laws may be disqualified. At all times, contestants should remain on the left side of the road.

While there will be traffic control on the bike course, it may be impossible to close the roads. Therefore, at all times during the race, contestants should assume that cars may be on the road and take all necessary safety precautions.

Yellow Line Rule: On out and back sections (two way bike traffic) on the course, contestants must stay on the left side of the road at all times, except when a contestant is directed to cross the yellow line by a race official. Any contestant crossing the mid-point of the road will be disqualified or time-penalized.

The bike course has both flat and some steep hilly sections. We recommend 24-28 tooth rear sprockets. Athletes are advised to take extreme care on all turns and in areas where there are driveways.

Because of the heat, it is highly recommended that all competitor bikes have a minimum of two water bottle cages.

No individual support is allowed except as permitted by these rules. Friends, family members, coaches or supporters of any type may not bike or drive alongside contestants, may not pass food or other items to contestants and should be warned to stay completely clear of all participants to avoid the disqualification of a participant. It is incumbent upon each contestant to immediately reject any attempt to assist, follow or escort.

Runners must wear race number at all times while on course. Race number must be placed on front of runner where it is clearly visible. Folding, cutting race number, intentional alteration of any kind, or failure to wear race number is strictly prohibited and may result in disqualification.

Individual support vehicles or non-participant escort runners are NOT allowed and will result in disqualification. A non-participant escort runner includes participants who have withdrawn from the race, have been disqualified or have finished the race. Friends, family members, coaches or supporters of any type may not bike, drive or run alongside contestants, may not pass food or other items to contestants and should be warned to stay completely clear of all participants to avoid the disqualification of a participant. It is incumbent upon each contestant to immediately reject any attempt to assist, follow or escort. It is permissible for a contestant who is still competing to run with other contestants who are still competing.