28/12/2007 News:
SCHINIATHLON NEWS = GOOD NEWS!!

Aloha Dear Athletes,

2007 was the year of the Launch of the Schiniathlon.

2007 finishes with a very good note: following the success of the event, we are now being supported and recognized, officially, by the Greek Federation of Triathlon!

What it means for us:

1. We will benefit from the full support of the Federation in terms of safety, marshalling and possibility to close the road for the event.
2. We will be able to welcome even more new-comers: at the moment, the limit is for 100 participants. With increased supervision and safety, there will be NO limit!
3. We will be able, maybe in the medium-term, to offer you MORE: an Olympic distance for instance, now seems feasible…
4. Schiniathlon will appear on the official calendar of the Greek races, will gain recognition, and all participants will be insured.
5. Schiniathlon will be “protected” and “insured” by the Federation. From now on, the event is NO LONGER under threat of cancellation. It’s officially recognized and legal.
6. The tri-Federation will provide bikes and helmets to those who do not have any!
7. The Federation will cover all costs, so there is no entry fee from now on!

What will NOT change:

1. Schiniathlon will retain its original spirit : it’s a DISCOVERY RACE, for amateurs, who want to have a fun-day in a non-competitive environment
2. Schiniathlon will be organized in the same setting, in the premises of the Moraitis Sports Centre. The beautiful environment in which we enjoy the event will not be affected: you will swim in the sea at the Bay, you will run in the forest by the sea, and you will cycle on the mountain coastal road.
3. Schiniathlon IS and will ALWAYS remain a non-profit generating event. The event is for free, and the cost is bear by the Tri-Federation and the Organizing Comittee.

The only change: administrative duty:

1. The Federation has committed to all of the above. In exchange for this, they must be in a position to ENSURE and GUARANTEE safety for all of you.
2. In order to do that, under the GREEK LAW: any athlete taking part in an Official Event of Triathlon MUST hold a license from the Tri-Federation.
3. THE LICENSE IS FREE.
4. The license is a piece of paper which guarantees that YOU are acknowledged by the Federation as fit for the sport, and the Federation has your details in case something goes wrong (accident for instance).
5. The license does NOT CREATE ANY obligation from you towards the Tri-Federation or the clubs – Except these of behaving sportively and respecting the rules (e.g.: helmet compulsory).
6. With this license, you will be able to enter ALL other triathlons and duathlons organized in Greece!

How do we get organized??

Schiniathlon participants that are not registered triathlon athletes should follow the instructions:

• Documents to bring along :
  • 3 ID picture in color
  • 1 Doctor’s Certificate
  • 1 Photocopy of your ID card (or passport)
  • 1 Signed Registration Form
• You can send your documents by post to the following address:
  • Post to “Schiniathlon office, Hrysoupoleos 5A, Vyronas, 16231”
  • An upload option for some of the documents is available in our web site

If you have any problem, talk with us:

1. Send email to schiniathlon@hotmail.com or info@schiniathlon.gr
2. Post your question in our forum
3. Call us at this number : 697 247 6405
4. Call the Federation at this number : 210 680 0615

1. DEADLINE for sending / bringing your documents :

NO LATER THAN FRIDAY 11th JANUARY 2008

Registered triathlon athletes (those that hold a valid Triathlon Federation license) should only fill in the online registration form. They do not have to bring these documents.