FAQ

When is the Honolulu Triathlon International Festival of Sports?

Sunday, May 20, 2012

How do I register?

Registration options can be found here.

Where can I get a printed application?

You can pick up applications at numerous locations around Honolulu, or you can download an application here.

How do I know if I am registered?

Please allow 2 weeks for your registration to complete the processing cycle. Your name will appear on the start list once your registration has been processed and accepted. Please Note: Confirmations will not be mailed out, you must check the start list.

What is the minimum age to participate?

You must be at least 7 years of age on race day in order to participate in the Age Group Category of the Honolulu Triathlon International Festival of Sports. Remember that according to USA Triathlon you are racing in this event as of your age on 12/31/2012.

When and where is packet pickup?

Packet pickup will be available at Ala Moana Beach on Saturday, May 19, 2012. There is NO packet pickup on race day. You must attend one of the Race Briefings or watch the briefing on-line BEFORE you pick-up your packet. Race packets will not be mailed. You must have a valid photo I.D. to pick up your race packet.

Start times and location:

All events will start and finish at Ala Moana Beach Park. Race Start: 6:00 am. Please plan to arrive at least one hour before race start time. ALL Athletes need to arrive by the first starting time: 6:00am in order to get Body Marked, Timing Chip, and placed in the correct wave.  At the starting area you will find water, medical, gear check and portable toilets.

Can someone else pick-up my race packet?

No, everyone must pick up their own packet however; exceptions are made case-by-case, parents of kids ages 7-10 and Relay Teams.  One member from each team will be allowed to pickup the Team Packet.  On race morning the rest of the team members must be Body Stamped.  Additionally, you must bring a government issued photo ID. If you are an annual USA Triathlon member, you will be required to show your current membership card.

Are there Military Divisions?

Yes! This division we call Armed Forces will allow you to compete against other official military participants in your gender. Awards will apply to the top three male and female finishers.  IF you are not in the top 3 male or female you will automatically be placed back in the Age Group division for award consideration.

What do I do if I cannot participate once I have registered?

Unfortunately, all entries are non-refundable and non-transferable. Once we receive and accept your entry, you will not receive a refund if you cannot participate. You may not give or sell your number to anyone else, and entry fees will not be transferred from year to year (see USA Triathlon Rule 3.5: Unregistered Participants). We will be happy to ship you a T-shirt from the 2012 race for a processing and postage fee which is determined based on where you want it sent. All local participants will need to pick-up their shirt at a local vendor.  Please email a request with your cancellation and include your name, street address, phone number to goproj by May 1, 2012. T-shirts will be mailed out after the event. No requests will be accepted after this date.