RACE RULES
General rules for all events at the Gutbuster
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Eligibility to Compete
•Entries are open to individuals, two, and three person teams
•For the Gutbuster FULL event, competitors must be 15 years of age or over, unless competing in a team.
•Signed consent from a parent or guardian will be required for competitors under 18 years of age.
•With two person teams – one person will complete one of the three disciplines, the other person will complete two. You can decide which of the disciplines.
•The declaration form must be completed by or on behalf of every competitor.
•All kayak and kayak gear must be treated for Didymo.
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One person one category rule
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A person may only enter one category. This means that an individual cannot kayak, run or mountain bike for another team, or a team member may not be part of two teams.
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Medical Conditions and Treatment
All competitors with existing medical conditions that may affect them during the Gutbuster must notify officials in writing before the race begins. Participation in the Gutbuster constitutes consent by each competitor to receiving any medical attention that organisers or officials may consider necessary or desirable in the case of apparent illness, injury or accident.
Withdrawals
A 50% refund will apply for withdrawals up to March 10th. After this date there will be no refunds. There will be no deferrals.
Refunds
A 50% refund will apply for withdrawals up to March 10th. After this date there will be no refunds. There will be no deferrals.
Event cancellation or change of course
In the event of any 'Act of God' causing a cancellation of the event, the total entry fee is non-refundable. The event may take place in all weather; however, a course change may be made at the discretion of the race director. This decision will be made in the case of poor weather or other circumstances beyond the control of the event manager and associated organisers.
Race Number
Competitors must wear the issued bib in all stages of the race and it must be clearly visible at all times. Bibs must be worn on top of all garments and other equipment (e.g., life jacket, water pack, windproof jacket, etc.). Team members must not remove numbers until they are inside the transition area.
Mountain Bike
Competitors must obey the road code at all times. All competitors must dismount their bikes before entering transition areas. All competitors must make their own repairs; no outside help is permitted. Bike helmets must be worn and must be NZ Safety Standards approved or USA Z 90.4 Standard.
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Kayak Stage
Competitors must wear approved buoyancy vests (not supplied), and display a kayak sticker. Competitors will not be allowed to change kayaks during this stage. All kayaks must contain some form of floatation e.g. airbags & all kayaks must have front tow loops. All kayaks and kayak gear must be treated for Didymo.
Injuries and Replacements
A team member may be replaced before the start of the race provided written notification is given to the organisers. Should a team member not finish a stage, the team will be allowed to complete the course but not qualify as a finisher, therefore being ineligible for placing prizes. The race bib must still be worn and the timekeeping marshal must be told.
Rubbish
Any competitor who intentionally drops rubbish on any stage will be disqualified.
Assistance to Other Competitors
In an emergency situation competitors must render assistance to any other competitor and alert safety personal of the situation.
Promotional Material
Participation in the Gutbuster constitutes consent by each competitor to each competitor’s name, and photos and/or videos of competitors, being taken and used by the organisers, officials and sponsors for promotional purposes.
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All competitors must follow all instructions of organisers and officials, and the judges’ decision on any matter is final.
