Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1

Wie viele Packages gibt es?

Accepted Answer

Dieses Package ist limitiert. Es gibt davon nur 10 Stück.

Question 2

Wie viele Startplätze sind im Paket inkludiert?

Accepted Answer

Das Paket beinhaltet einen Startplatz für die 100k Mitteldistanz 2026. Ein zusätzlicher Startplatz für die Begleitperson ist nicht inkludiert.

Question 3

Ist die 100k Mitteldistanz nicht ausgebucht?

Accepted Answer

Ja – regulär ausgebucht. Diese 10 Startplätze sind ein zusätzliches
Kontingent in Kooperation mit dem Spa Resort Styria.

Question 4

Wann bekomme ich meinen Startcode?

Accepted Answer

Nach vollständiger Bezahlung der Rechnung.

Question 5

Für wie viele Personen gilt das Hotelpaket?

Accepted Answer

Für 2 Personen, 2 Nächte (Fr 15.5. –So 17.5.) inkl. Frühstück.

Question 6

Wie viele Personen bekommen beim Rennen einen VIP-Zugang?

Accepted Answer

2 VIP Tickets sind inkludiert.

Question 7

Kann ich das Package stornieren/übertragen?

Accepted Answer

Für das Rennen gelten folgende Stornierungsrichtlinen.
Das Hotel kann vor dem 15.4.2026 kostenlos storniert werden

Question 8

Who is the organizer of the race?

Accepted Answer

The event is organized by the OMNi-BiOTiC® POWERTEAM sports club, which runs it in accordance with the regulations of the Austrian Triathlon Federation (ÖTRV).

Question 9

Where can I find the most important information about the race?

Accepted Answer

First and foremost, here on our website.

In addition, there will be a more detailed race booklet, which will be sent by email to all registered participants. There will also be a mandatory online race briefing, which you will receive from us in the week before the race.

Question 10

Who can participate and what are the age groups?

Accepted Answer

Participation and age groups are specified by the ÖTRV sports regulations.

Question 11

Do the participation and age group requirements also apply to relay teams?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the minimum age is restricted by the association rules based on distance. In the relays, there is a classification for men, women, and mixed teams.

Question 12

Who is the nutrition partner for the race?

Accepted Answer

We offer products from the OMNi-POWER® Sports Nutrition brand.

Question 13

Where are the refreshment stations located?

Accepted Answer

You can find these directly on the respective route maps.

Question 14

What products can I get on the bike?

Accepted Answer

There are two refreshment stations on the middle distance course offering the following products:

Water in 750 ml cycling bottles

OMNi-POWER® CARBOTONIC in 750 ml cycling bottles (with 60 g powder, 2 measuring spoons)

OMNi-POWER® CARBOGE neutral

OMNi-POWER® CARBOGEL with caffeine

Question 15

What products do I get when I run?

Accepted Answer

There is one refreshment station per lap for all distances, offering the following products:

Water in cups

Cola in cups

OMNi-POWER® CARBOTONIC in cups (mixing ratio 750 ml with 60 g powder, 2 measuring spoons)

OMNi-POWER® CARBOGEL neutral

OMNi-POWER® CARBOGEL with caffeine

Question 16

How do I get the products for training?

Accepted Answer

We offer training product bundles at a special price when you register. You can also find our products in our online shop at https://omni-power.com.

Question 17

What are the cut-off times for cycling?

Accepted Answer

The calculation is based on swimming + transition zone 1 + cycling:

Sprint distance: 1 hour 30 minutes

Olympic distance: 3 hours 00 minutes

Middle distance:

1st cut-off: km 57: 3 hours 40 minutes

2nd cut-off: km 80: 4 hours 45 minutes

Question 18

What happens if I don't make the cut-off?

Accepted Answer

Aus Gründen der Rennsicherheit (Gegenverkehr, Überrundungen etc.) sowie aufgrund der begrenzten Straßensperren ist eine Fortführung deiner Teilnahme am Rennen nicht möglich.

Question 19

Is the route closed to traffic and what needs to be taken into account?

Accepted Answer

The route is generally closed to traffic, but traffic may be present at any time (emergency vehicles, event vehicles, cross traffic, etc.). The StVO (German Road Traffic Regulations) applies, with the requirement to drive on the right, and crossing the center line is prohibited.

Question 20

Do I have to return my bike to the same bike rack?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you must return your bike to your transition area. This also applies to the middle distance.

Question 21

Where is the changeover point for the relay?

Accepted Answer

The runners wait directly at the transition stand next to their assigned number for the cyclists to hand over their chips.

Question 22

Is drafting prohibited and are time trial bikes permitted?

Accepted Answer

Drafting is prohibited and time trial bikes are permitted. The ÖTRV sports regulations apply.

Question 23

What bikes are allowed?

Accepted Answer

Due to the drafting ban, all bicycles that are powered exclusively by muscle power, comply with general safety regulations, and have maximum dimensions of 2 m in length, 75 cm in width, and a wheel diameter between 55 and 70 cm are permitted in the Apfelland Triathlon—i.e., road bikes, triathlon and time trial bikes (including aero attachments, tri/four-spoke or disc rear wheels) as well as mountain bikes, gravel bikes, and city bikes.

Question 24

Kann ich auf der Radstrecke vor dem Rennen trainieren?

Accepted Answer

Du kannst natürlich jederzeit auf der Strecke trainieren, es gibt keine Radfahrverbote. Jedoch empfehlen aufgrund des hohen Verkehrsaufkommens nicht werktags auf der B54 Wechsel Straße zu fahren und zu Stoßzeiten auch in der Stubenbergklamm vorsichtig zu sein.

Die Strecke kann in Absprache mit der Straßenverwaltung erst 2 Tage vor dem Rennen offiziell beschildert werden, jedoch gibt es die GPX-Files zum Download auf der jeweiligen Seite zu deiner Distanz.

Question 25

Where can I find accommodation?

Accepted Answer

Please contact the East Styria Tourism Association for more information.

https://www.steiermark.com/de/Oststeiermark

Question 26

How do I get to Stubenbergsee?

Accepted Answer

You can find all the information you need in the directions.

https://apfel-tri.com/anfahrt

Question 27

Can I get to the race by public transport?

Accepted Answer

Subject to bicycle transport, you can find clear timetable details online at

https://verkehrsauskunft.verbundlinie.at

Question 28

Where can I park?

Accepted Answer

A official athletes' parking lot is available.

Should the official athletes' parking lot be full, it will be closed, and participants should use the official parking areas at Lake Stubenberg (see Eventmap).

Please note that valid parking tickets are required (€4 per day), as parking attendants will be conducting checks.

Question 29

Where can I get my race number?

Accepted Answer

Diese befindet sich am Expogelände.

Question 30

Where is the Expo located and which exhibitors can I find there?

Accepted Answer

You can find all the information here: https://apfel-tri.com/expo

Question 31

Can I rent a wetsuit?

Accepted Answer

Yes, please feel free to contact our exhibitors in advance:

MAKO: www.makosport.com - martin@makosport.com

Question 32

Is there a bike service available on site?

Accepted Answer

This year we can NOT provide Bike-Service at the event venue.

Question 33

Are there hot showers at the event site?

Accepted Answer

Nein, wird es keine geben.

Question 34

Where can I find food and drinks outside of the race?

Accepted Answer

Food and drink will be available at the expo.

Additionally there is a wide range of restaurants around Lake Stubenberg.

https://www.stubenbergsee.at

Question 35

Is there a VIP experience?

Accepted Answer

Ja es wird eine geben. Bei genaueren Informationen melden Sie sich bitte bei info@apfel-tri.com

Question 36

What are the cut-off times for swimming?

Accepted Answer

Sprint distance: 40 minutes

Olympic distance: 1 hour 10 minutes

Middle distance: 1 hour 15 minutes

Question 37

What happens if I don't make the cut-off?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, due to race safety (oncoming traffic, lapping, etc.) and road closures (limited closure times), we cannot allow you to continue the race.

Question 38

Are wetsuits allowed?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, this can only be officially measured and announced one hour before the start.

Based on experience, we estimate the water temperature to be between 19 and 22 degrees Celsius in mid-May, although the lake reacts very quickly to weather fluctuations due to its shallow depth.

The limit values according to the ÖTRV sports regulations are:

Sprint and Olympic distance: from 22 degrees = wetsuits prohibited / below 15.9 degrees = wetsuits mandatory

Middle distance (including Pro Race): from 24.6 degrees = wetsuits prohibited / below 15.9 degrees = wetsuits mandatory

Special rules (e.g., very cold outdoor conditions) can be found at:

https://www.triathlon-austria.at/de/service-termine/downloadcenter#oetrv-verbandsordnung

Question 39

How is the competition started?

Accepted Answer

Der Start erfolgt als Rolling Start auf allen Distanzen. Bei der Mitteldistanz starten die Profis in einer eigenen Startwelle vor den Age-Group-Athletinnen und -Athleten.

Question 40

What is the swimming course like and how many laps are there?

Accepted Answer

Each race consists of one lap and starts with a straight stretch that is as long as possible. There are three mandatory directional buoys (twice 90° to the left counterclockwise and finally 90° to the right).

Question 41

Are there fixed designated changing areas?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the transition area corresponds to the start number. The routes are the same length for all participants.

Question 42

What should you bear in mind when moving house?

Accepted Answer

Nudity in the transition area is prohibited. If necessary, a screened-off area is available for women and men.

Question 43

Where is the changeover point for the relay?

Accepted Answer

Die Radfahrer warten am Eingang der Wechselzone auf die Schwimmer zur Chipübergabe und die Räder hängen auf der zugeordneten Nummer am Wechselständer.

Question 44

Kann ich auf der Schwimmstrecke vor dem Rennen trainieren?

Accepted Answer

Das Schwimmen im Stubenbergsee ist jederzeit möglich. Ab Ende April wird das Schwimmen mit Neoprenanzug empfohlen.

Zusätzlich werden zwei offizielle Schwimmtrainingszeiten angeboten, in denen auf den gekennzeichneten Strecken trainiert werden kann:

Freitag, 15. Mai 2026: 14:00–16:00 Uhr
Samstag, 16. Mai 2026: 09:00–11:00 Uhr

Question 45

What are the cut-off times for finishing the race?

Accepted Answer

Sprint distance:

1st cut-off at KM 3: 2 hours 30 minutes

2nd cut-off at the finish line: 5 hours 45 minutes

Olympic distance: 4 hours 30 minutes

Middle distance: 7 hours 30 minutes

Question 46

What happens if I don't make the cut-off?

Accepted Answer

Aus Gründen der Rennsicherheit (Gegenverkehr, Überrundungen etc.) sowie aufgrund der begrenzten Straßensperren ist eine Fortführung deiner Teilnahme am Rennen nicht möglich.

Question 47

How will the relay team finish?

Accepted Answer

Swimmers and cyclists can accompany their respective runners on the last 100 meters to and across the finish line, but this is not mandatory.

Question 48

When will the award ceremony take place?

Accepted Answer

You can find that on our schedule.

Question 49

Kann ich auf der Laufstrecke vor dem Rennen trainieren?

Accepted Answer

You can run around Lake Stubenberg free of charge from September to May. (Please note the admission fees for the other months. Parking fees apply all year round.)

Question 50

Wann kann ich mein Rad auschecken?

Accepted Answer

Sprintdistanz: 16:30 – 17:45 Uhr (danach checkt die Mitteldistanz ein)
Olympische Distanz: 18:30 – 20:00 Uhr
Mitteldistanz: 11:45 – 15:00 Uhr

Question 51

Where can I finde the results?

Accepted Answer

You can find the LIVE results in the OMNi-BiOTiC® APP. After the race they are also available on TIME2WIN. They will not be displayed at the venue.

Question 52

Where is the start number pick-up?

Accepted Answer

At the event area on the north shore you will find all the info points. All important areas are also marked on the event site map!

Question 53

What products are available on the bike?

Accepted Answer

On Sunday on the middle distance you will get OMNi-POWER® CARBOTONIC every 30km in drinking bottles, water in drinking bottles and gels.

Question 54

Is self-catering allowed?

Accepted Answer

Yes, at the refreshment station on the bike at the level of the Herberstein Zoo and when running at the refreshment station at the transition zone.

Question 55

How can I register?

Accepted Answer

Sobald die Anmeldung geöffnet ist kannst du dich Hier anmelden.

Question 56

Is there a late entry?

Accepted Answer

No, registration closes once all starting places are sold out or at the latest 2 weeks before the race.

Question 57

Is there a waiting list?

Accepted Answer

No, there is no waiting list.

Question 58

Can I transfer my starting place?

Accepted Answer

Nein ist es nicht, jedoch gibt es 2027 erstmals die Möglichkeit seinen bereits erworbenen Startplatz auf der Startplatzbörse von TIME2WIN zu verkaufen.

Question 59

Where can I find the starting lists?

Accepted Answer

These will be published one week before the race on the registration portal of TIME2WIN.

Question 60

Is it possible to participate in the relay as a pair?

Accepted Answer

Yes, that is possible, but the changeover time will not be deducted and only   for the 100k Middle Distance.

Question 61

Is it possible to compete in both the relay and the individual events at the same time?

Accepted Answer

It is possible to start individually and as a relay swimmer at the same time. However, both entry fees must be paid in full and you will start with two chips. (Please note: you are responsible for handing over the correct chip to the cyclist).

Question 62

When will the race numbers be handed out?

Accepted Answer

The times for picking up race numbers are listed in the schedule.

Question 63

What is included in the starter pack?

Accepted Answer

Goodie bag, race number, athlete wristband, swim cap, sticker set, change bag (middle distance), timing chip.

Question 64

Are there spare tire bags, or are tires changed directly on the bike?

Accepted Answer

For the middle distance, there are transition bags, and for the shorter distances, transitions are done directly at the bike without bags. All distances receive streetwear bags for storing street clothes during the race.

ALLES ZUR ANMELDUNG

Registration

ZUM EVENT

Unterkunft und Eventgelände

RACE NUTRITION

Verpflegung im Training und Wettkampf

SWIM

Schwimmen und Wechselzone 1

BIKE

Radfahren und Wechselzone 2

RUN

Laufen und Finishline

Race starts in:

ALLES ZUR ANMELDUNG

Registration

How can I register?

Is there a late entry?

Is there a waiting list?

Can I transfer my starting place?

Where can I find the starting lists?

Is it possible to participate in the relay as a pair?

Is it possible to compete in both the relay and the individual events at the same time?

When will the race numbers be handed out?

What is included in the starter pack?

Are there spare tire bags, or are tires changed directly on the bike?

Why have the distances changed?

Can I cancle my registration?

Kann ich meinen Anmeldung weitergeben?

Ist eine Ummeldung auf eine andere Distanz möglich?

Was passiert wenn ich nicht antrete oder krank bin?

Was passiert wenn die Veranstaltung abgesagt oder verschoben wird?

ZUM EVENT

Unterkunft und Eventgelände

Where can I find accommodation?

How do I get to Stubenbergsee?

Can I get to the race by public transport?

Where can I park?

Where can I get my race number?

Where is the Expo located and which exhibitors can I find there?

Can I rent a wetsuit?

Is there a bike service available on site?

Are there hot showers at the event site?

Where can I find food and drinks outside of the race?

Is there a VIP experience?

RACE NUTRITION

Verpflegung im Training und Wettkampf

Who is the nutrition partner for the race?

Where are the refreshment stations located?

What products can I get on the bike?

What products do I get when I run?

How do I get the products for training?

SWIM

Schwimmen und Wechselzone 1

What are the cut-off times for swimming?

What happens if I don't make the cut-off?

Are wetsuits allowed?

How is the competition started?

What is the swimming course like and how many laps are there?

Are there fixed designated changing areas?

What should you bear in mind when moving house?

Where is the changeover point for the relay?

Kann ich auf der Schwimmstrecke vor dem Rennen trainieren?

BIKE

Radfahren und Wechselzone 2

What are the cut-off times for cycling?

What happens if I don't make the cut-off?

Is the route closed to traffic and what needs to be taken into account?

Do I have to return my bike to the same bike rack?

Where is the changeover point for the relay?

Is drafting prohibited and are time trial bikes permitted?

What bikes are allowed?

Kann ich auf der Radstrecke vor dem Rennen trainieren?

RUN

Laufen und Finishline

What are the cut-off times for finishing the race?

What happens if I don't make the cut-off?

How will the relay team finish?

When will the award ceremony take place?

Kann ich auf der Laufstrecke vor dem Rennen trainieren?

Wann kann ich mein Rad auschecken?

Where can I finde the results?

Race starts in:

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