Triathlon
Scope and method of calculating time
Triathlon and multisport events are available multiple times (or split) throughout the trip. This causes special timing problems because the transponder must be able to read in a variety of environments, from salt water to mud. In the past, most events were timed using active or low-frequency RFID systems, and the legacy RFID Race Timing System has timed many world-class events using the technology. 134KHz.
However, with recent advances in UHF technology, the Ultra system is now perfectly suitable for time trial triathlons.
In a standard triathlon, a common transition area is used to change from swimming to cycling and cycling to running. The finish line is usually located outside the transition area. The setup with the necessary equipment might look like this.
Setup plan
The transponder should be worn on the ankle using a neoprene (reusable) ankle strap or disposable PET (or Tyvek) adhesive strap. We recommend Hutag as a reusable transponder. If a disposable solution is required, we recommend using foam support tags placed inside the adhesive strap. The transponder is read using a combination of projection and side antennas. Most triathlon splits only require a 2m (6 ft) width, so the Ultra4 with 2 side antennas and 2 Ultramats is all that is needed for each time point. Most triathlons with more than 200 participants require 3 separate Ultra4 systems but a small race can time all splits using a single Ultra4 if the athletes pass at the same time.
For data connectivity, we recommend Ultra systems equipped with a 3G modem option so data can be sent to the finish line in real time using Outreach. Some timers also use wireless links like Ubiquiti to send data. Both techniques eliminate the need for cabling between time points, which greatly facilitates setup.
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