Start mechanism: Pontoon, Div Start

Swim Conditions: Ocean, 2 laps - At the end of the first lap, athletes need to come out on the pontoon and dive back in. Distance to the first buoy is 350m.

Water Temp: 15-17 degree celsuis. Wetsuit use expected

Cycle Course: 5 laps of 8km with 2 big hills(13%, 20%) hilly, fast. 2 wheels stops per lap: - wheel stop 1: next to Transition, athletes/teams need to bring their own wheels - wheel stop 2: 1st bike turning point provided by the LOC

Run Course: 4 laps of 2,5 km. Flat. 2 Aid Stations per lap.

Elite Women

02 May 2009 14:10 2 laps - 5 laps - 4 laps

Elite Men

03 May 2009 14:10 2 laps - 5 laps - 4 laps