The Sprint race comprises of a 5k run – 20k cycle – 2.5k run
First run 5k
This assumes individual starts, if covid rules permit the start will be on the track to accommodate a massed start.
Cycle 20k
Closed road circuit, draft legal if covid rules permit.
Leave T1 and enter the circuit to complete 6 laps (20k) before leaving at the same point to enter T2
Normal rules of the road apply, keep to the left hand side unless overtaking. Please be aware of faster riders particularly on the tighter corners. Female riders cannot take pace of male riders and visa-versa.
Bike laps :- Counting your laps is not feasible for us with so many and often on different laps, you will have to count them yourself. The best method is to use a bike speedo, 6 laps of 3.3k each. So when you are beyond 16.5k (10.25 miles) you are on your last lap.
Second Run 2.5k
Almost out and back with just a slight deviation into the finishing straight.
You are very welcome, duathlon and triathlon is a very friendly and inclusive sport. You certainly don’t need to be an ultra fit athlete to to get a great deal out of it. You do need to be fit enough to get around the course naturally, but of more importance is the wish to challenge yourself and be prepared for the rather nice feeling of satisfaction and achievement when you cross the finish line. For us the last person over the finish line is equally as important as the first.
