TRIATHLONS

A growing number of club members are trying their hand at triathlon. These challenging events combine swimming, cycling and running and are open to all ability levels.

There are a number of different triathlon distances (adult):

• Super sprint: 400m (swim), 10km (bike), 2.5km (run)
• Sprint: 750m (swim), 20km (bike), 5km (run)
• Standard (Olympic): 1500m (swim), 40km (bike), 10km (run)
• Half Ironman: 1.9km (swim), 90km (bike), 21km (run)
• Full Ironman: 3.8km (swim), 180km (bike), 42km (run)

There are a number of ways you can get involved. A great source of information and ‘starter’ events is the Go Tri website. You can also get in touch with us for advice from some of our triathletes.