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Kufstein welcomes you!

The first edition of the TriStar Kufstein is ready and the whole TriStar Team is looking forward to a great race weekend with you and your family.Special thanks go to the volunteers without whom an event of this magnitude would not be possible. The gorgeous area where the TriStar Kufstein is located will reveal an exquisite race course to you. I would like to emphasize especially our second transition zone (indoor) in the Kufstein Arena where your beloved ones can cheer you on and watch the race from a few meters of distance only.

I wish all the athletes a fair and successful competition!

STEPHAN RICHTERRace Director

Welcome

to the inaugural edition of TriStar Kufstein. The city and the holiday region Kufstein promises a weekend of triathlon fun and the picturesque scenery of the Kaiser mountains. Combining the perfect infrastructure at the venues of the TriStar Kufstein as well as involving the booming triathlon scene this sportive region provides an option for everyone. At this point we would like to thank the city of Kufstein as well as the Holiday region Kufstein for their support. Our Race booklet gives you an overview of the event, the exciting program and a lot of useful hints.If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to visit the TriStar team at the information booth in the in the Star&Co Village Fischergries.

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Kufstein – your holiday region

The ForTress TrIaThlon!

The venue of the TriStar on July 15th is a charming place on earth at the “green Inn”, a natural and cultural paradise and the so called “pearl of the beautiful Tyrol”. The holiday region Kufstein includes eight hospitable villages and the historic fortress town of Kufstein lying at the entrance of the Inn valley at the foot of the mighty Kaiser Mountains opening invitingly into the versatile Tyrol.

Anything is possible in this region, no matter if you are a child or grown up, culturally interested or simply love nature! You can find more info on accommodation, gastronomy, sport and events at www.kufstein.com

Enjoy the almost unlimited possibilities of an active and exciting vacation offered by the Kufstein region embedded in the fantastic mountain region of Tyrol. Surrounded by crystal clear lakes and blooming meadows lies the Austrian town Kufstein proposing extraordinary features.Of course the breathtaking mountains are also the heart of winter sports activities inviting families to enjoy the vast skiing offer. However, not only alpine but also cross country skiing across the holiday region, sledding on illuminated tracks, natural ice skating rinks and winter hiking trails delight the younger and elder ones.

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The Villages on the race course

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TriStar is an international triathlon event series held over various new distances. It was launched in September 2009 with TriStar200 Andalucía in Spain and has rapidly grown ever since. While there were ten races in 2011, their number increased to 14 in 2012 and the future will see its further rise. The philosophy of Star Events represents the idea to organize sport events that are easily acces-sible for everyone with the desire to participate. Several innovative formats recognized by the ITU offer a perfect complementary solution between Olympic and long-distance triathlons. Main aspects of TriStar Races Fun, environmental protection and social responsibility are the three main aspects of all TriStar races.

TriStar takes the world‘s most popular sports disciples – swimming, cycling and running – to serve them in the most fun and enjoyable way. New formats attracting amateurs widen the scope of people interested in participation, which makes us witness rookies standing side by side with top triathletes. Beginners are pleased with the shorter distances and the possibility to join relay teams where they can focus on one of the three disciplines; professionals can use TriStar as a preparation for long-distance races. Shorter swim and run distances enable shortened recovery times, giving athletes the possibility to participate in more races than before.

More TriStar, more fun! TriStar already unveiled a handful of fresh, fun-oriented new features and there is much more to come. Legalizing drafting on some of the races (TriStar111 Madrid – 23.09.2012) makes them more thrilling than ever. Giving the possibility to race in teams of five (T5 TriStar Madrid – 22.09.2012) brings the team spirit back to a sport that was for a long time perceived as individual. TriStar comes to break down the old-fashioned triathlon mindset and makes everyone enjoy their race in a new, exciting way.

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Tristar, the innovative world triathlon series


social responsibilityTriStar’s philosophy is based on three elements. It combines perfectly organized events that are fun with environmental sustainability and the health aspect as well as the social commitment.

The major focus stays on local projects which have the possibility to present themselves publicly during our events.

For the TriStar Kufstein we have chosen the Kinder Krebs Hilfe Tirol und Vorarlber that you can support through participating in the Charity Run and the Children Aquathlon.

Running for children suffering from cancerJuly 13th at 19 o’clock local athletes and teams from local companies will participate in the 5 km Charity run which is open for everyone. Starting at the lower main square (Unterer Stadplatz) you will run a 5 km loop along the Inn (don’t forget your running shoes!).

Of course there will be an awards ceremony afterwards. The total amount of the 8 € start fee will be donated together with the revenues from the Children Aquathlon to the Kinder Krebs Hilfe Tirol und Vorarlberg. You will have further donation possibilities during the whole TriStar weekend.


FUn FUn FUn at the Children aqUaThlonThe Lido at the Hechtsee will host the Children Aquathlon July 14th where the next generation from 6 to 15 years will show their best performance. The children will enjoy a fun event and amongst other things snacks in the fnish area for a 5 € entry fee.

The party will be held in collaboration with the Life Radio Tirol Sommertour as well as the awards ceremony, music, bouncy castle, MC and many surprises.

start: 11:00 h, registration 9:30 h until 10:30 h.

age Groups and Distances:Kids E: years 2005/2006 25m swim and 400m run Kids D: years 2003/2004 50m swim and 400m run Kids C: years 2001/2002 100m swim and 1000m run Kids B: years 1999/2000 150m swim and 2000m run Kids A: years 1997/1998 200m swim and 2000m run


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sWIm – 1km in the hechtsee

The 1000m and 500m will be held in one loop in the crystal clear, green jewel Hechtsee which is embedded in luscious woods and surrounded by the great Alps panorama.

TransITIon 1 swim / Bike

After finishing the swimming part the course leads you to the first transition zone on the parking of the Lido. At the same spot you have already checked in your bike and your “BIKE” transition bag on Saturday. After transition you attack the bike course.

BIKe – 100 km / 50 km

With the Hechtsee in your back you will first descent in direction to Kufstein. After a short breather the climb to the turning point begins. Now it’s getting fast! Down to Kufstein, which is where the first round will start. Mother nature will offer you phe-nomenal panoramic views on the enchanted highlands and deep, wide valleys. The track leads you to Langkampfen alongside the Inn river towards Angath, up the hill to Angerberg, Breitenbach and Mariastein. Nature provides amazing views, fairy tale landscapes and valleys on the entire bike course where you will climb about 1050 m (111) and 900 m (55.5) difference in altitude.

TransITIon 2 Bike / run

After that you head directly to Kufstein, passing by the upper Main Square (oberer Stadtplatz), taking a glance at the finish line, receiving the ovations of the spectators which will give you new energy. While reaching the 2nd transi-tion zone indoor you will be cheered on by the crowd on the tribunes which will definitely be another highlight during the race.

rUn – 10 km / 5 km

The course runs on the shores of the river Inn through the whole city of Kufstein, which presents itself at its best on two and a half running rounds (111) and one and a half round (55.5). The participants will enjoy a fantastic panoramic view with the luscious and green river Inn and the historic fortress on the Festungsberg. They will have the unique chance to closely experience the spectators on the whole raceway with almost the full track in their view as well as at the finishline in the heart of Kufstein.

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After 10km of running, you have made it to the finish line, “bravo” ! The Finish line is on the”Pantiero“ square, just next to the bike park area and the Star&Co Village. Friends, family and spectators will greet and cheer you on, as you cross the finish line. The moment has come to enjoy your achieve-ments and receive your Finisher medal !

FInIsh lIne After the running part, you have finally made it to the finish line, CONGRATS! The Finish line is just next to the bike park area and the Star&Co Village. Friends, family and spectators will greet and cheer you on, as you cross the finish line. The moment has come to enjoy your achievements and receive your Finisher medal!

This is your area ! This area is exclusively available to athletes. Pick up your Finisher T-shirt and join your friends on the food zone to drink and refresh yourself. Take advantage of massages to mend the best you can, after your efforts. Congratulations, you have made it on your TriStar challenge.

relaXInG ZoneThis is your area which is exclusively dedicated to athletes! Take your Finisher medal and join your friends in the food zone to drink and refresh yourself. Take advantage of massages to recover the best you can, after your efforts. Congratulations, you have made it on your TriStar challenge!!

CheCKlIsTThe Tristar Kufstein is going to be the perfect race for you and this list with help you:

saTUrDaY• place 1 sticker on your bike• place 3 stickers on your helmet• place 3 stickers on your bags• pack your transition bags

• BIKE bag: shoes, race number & belt, helmet, bike glasses, gloves, socks, gels or bar if you need one before the first Energy Station

• RUN bag: running shoes, cap, spare race number (if you lose the first one)

• check-in of your bike and remember the exact place

• get your timing chip when leaving the bike park

• check-in of your BIKE + RUN bags and remember their location

• try to have a good rest before race day

sUnDaY-raCe DaYraCe DaY• prepare the STREETWEAR bag: money, body lotion, T-Shirt, pants, bike bottles, swim cap, goggles, wetsuit• check your bike in the bike park• hand in your STREETWEAR bag and go to the start line, barefoot!• enjoy the race!

aFTer raCe• cool down in the relaxing zone• eat, drink, get a massage• once you left the relaxing zone and pick-up your STREETWEAR bag there!• Get ready for Awards Ceremony!



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Drafting off another competitor or motor vehicle is forbidden. (drafting zone 10 x 3m).

On the descent to the Hechtsee there is an absolute ban on passing as well as the aero – position!

Instructions of the marshals have to be obeyed at all times. participants have to follow the Austrian traffic law during the entire competition! Cutting corners is prohibited!

Littering is not allowed. Competitors throwing away bike bottles, packaging of bars and gels, bike bottles or the like outside of the eco zones will be immediately disqualified.

Only rigid and approved helmets are allowed. The helmet strap needs to be closed whenever the athlete touches his bike (pushing, riding it).

all protests (among others against disqualification) must be made in written to the Referee, within one hour after the end of the race.

assistance and escorting are forbidden.

relay teams have to hand over the timing chip in order to be included in the ranking.

Mobile phones, MP3 players, headsets etc. are not allowed.

The Anti-Doping Code of the NADA is valid for this race and also age group athletes can be tested.

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everyone is chasing him!After his triumph at the TriStar Salzkammergut alberto Casadei decided to participate in theTriStarKufstein as well, in order to fight for his second TriStar victory. Naturally, Jens Kaiser (4th Ironman Re-gensburg 2012), Till schramm (TriStar Ambassador), Joseph spindler (twice winner Cologne-Triathlon), Andrej Vistica (3rd at Croatian Federal Championship 2011) and massimo Cigana (former professional cyclist with marco pantani in the team Mercatone Uno) will not surrender without a struggle. This means that the inaugural edition of the TriStar Kufstein July 15th certainly will heat up the Hechtsee.

The race in the female PRO field will, however, definitely be as appealing as the male one. Ute stre-iter (2nd Ironman Regensburg 2012), lisa hütthaler (Austrian Federal Champion Olympic distance 2012) and Diana riesler (winner TriStar Sardinia 2010) will jump in the water fighting for the victory. On race day at noon you will see who of the PROs will accomplish first the 1 km of swimming, the 100 km of biking and 10 km running and who will hold up the finisher band.

The race over the short distance (500m swimming, 50km biking and 5km running) is going to be thrilling as well. Will the Austrian mario siller manage to gain his second TriStar victory after the one in Salzkammergut? Christian Troger (silver at European Championship Paratriathlon 2012) a very ex-ceptional triathlete is participating in the TriStar55.5 as well. He is a professional triathlete, two times ironman as well as TriStar55.5 Salzkammergut finisher wearing a prosthesis since his birth.



The special feature about the TriStar Kufstein: the short distances to all hotspots! You will be able to see all athletes at the most important points of the course.

Be right at the start line at 7 h 15 at the Hechtsee to cheer them on and keep your fingers crossed.

Possibility for breakfast: from 5h15 at the Hechtsee Wirt.

The second hotspot: Indoor Transition at the Kufstein Arena / Eis-Arena. You can take the shuttle bus in order to get directly to the arena where you have a perfect view from the tribunes on the race.

If you do not want to take the shuttle have a walk on the beautiful trail (“stroller proof”), which takes you to the city centre in about 25 minutes. (distance finish line/city centre – Kufstein Arena: 2 minutes on foot).Having supported them for transition 2 you can watch them run on the entire shore of the river Inn. A perfect place to do so is the Energy Station at the Star&Co Village Expo at the Fischergries.

Finally, don’t forget about the finish!! It will take you only a few steps to come back to the lower Main Square (Unterer Stadtplatz) to the finish line. This is where we need YOU!! Cheer on the athletes on their very last metres of their first TriStar Kufstein.

Important Information:

Info Transition Zone 1, hechtsee:

- street to the Hechtsee totally blocked between 6h45 and about 8h30, getting there with your car is possible before and afterwards- Shuttle Service between Transition Zone 1 and 2 between 5h00 – 6h45 and about 8h00 – 9h00Info Transition Zone 2, Kufstein Arena:- the first 111 athlete reaching Transition Zone 2 at about 9h55- the first 55.5 athlete reaching Transition Zone 2 at about 9h00

Info finish line, lower Main Square (Unterer stadtplatz):

- the first 111 athlete at finish line at about 10h35- the first 55.5 athlete at finish line at about 9h15


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environmental care:As an athlete, you have to take care of your body every day. As a triathlete, you enjoy yourself swimming in clear waters, cycling across lush countryside and running while breathing fresh air.

That’s why Star Events pledges to protect the environment in partnership with the 4vita foundation. Take care of nature as you would your body. You want to benefit from it all your life!

4vita is the environmental plan which includes environmental and health actions during each star events race.

“Triathlon, a sustainable sport“

race program


FrIDaY 13 JUlY 201216:00 – 19:00 star&Co expo in Kufstein city centre (Registration open)

19:00 Charity run (5k Fun Run) in Kufstein city centre

16:00 - 18:45 registration for the Charity Run

saTUrDaY 14 JUlY 201209:30 – 10:30 registration and pick up of starter pack for Kids Aquathlon (at Hechtsee only)

10:00 – 18:00 star&Co Village

10:00 – 15:00 Athlete’s Registration and pick up of starter pack

14:00 – 18:00 Bike Check In and check in of Bike BAG in Transition 1, Hechtsee (111 & 55.5)

14:00 – 16:00 Check In of the RUN bags at transition 2 (Kufstein Arena)

11:00 Kids Aquathlon at the Hechtsee, awards ceremony afterwards.

18:30 Race Briefing, in Race Hotel Andreas Hofer (for 111 athletes only)

19:00 energy party ticket included in entry fee for Tristar111 only

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05:15 - 06:45 Bike park and transition 1 at Hechtsee open

09:00 - 16:00 star&Co Village

06:50 Race Briefing 55.5 (am Start)

07:15 start of TriStar111 Kufstein

07:35 start of TriStar55.5 Kufstein

09:15 First 55.5 athlete expected

10:15 First 111 athlete expected

13:30 - 16:00 Bike and Bags check-out

14:30 awards Ceremony

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