Horwich Triathlon

Sunday 3rd May 2020 Past event
Bolton
1 race
Sprint, Olympic

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of athleticism at the Horwich Triathlon, taking place on Sunday, May 3rd, 2020, in Bolton, Greater Manchester! Known fondly as ‘The Race To The Pike,’ this iconic triathlon has been a beloved event in the North West for over 25 years. Competitors will kick off their challenge with a 500m pool swim, followed by a thrilling 40k undulating cycle ride. The grand finale is an 8.6k run that ascends to the breathtaking summit of Rivington Pike, offering a tough yet rewarding experience as participants race back down to the finish line at Horwich Leisure Centre.

The Horwich Triathlon welcomes athletes of all abilities, though it’s certainly not for the faint-hearted! With its challenging course and stunning scenery, this event has become a favorite among triathlon enthusiasts. Plus, it's also the EPIC Club Championships, where clubs can earn points based on their competitors' performances, with the winning club receiving £1000 to donate to a charity of their choice. Every participant will take home a finisher's medal, a T-shirt, and a swim cap, along with access to free downloadable event photographs. Don’t miss your

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Horwich Triathlon is known as ‘The Race To The Pike’. It’s one of the oldest triathlon events in the North West, dating back over 25 years. It starts with a 500m pool swim and then a 40k undulating cycle ride, but we save the best bit until the end. The 8.6k run climbs all the way to the summit of Rivington Pike, before descending back to the finish at Horwich Leisure Centre. We have all ability levels taking part, but it’s not for the faint hearted. It’s a tough challenge, but that’s what makes the event so popular and whilst the run is brutal, it’s what makes is iconic. This event is also the EPIC Club Championships, your club can score points by having more competitors in the event and finishing higher up the ranks. The club with the most points wins £1000 to donate to a charity of their choice.

Included within your entry is:
Horwich Triathlon finishers medal
Horwich Triathlon finishers T-shirt
Swim cap
Event photographs free to download from our Facebook page

Location

Horwich Leisure Centre, Victoria Road, Horwich, Bolton BL6 5PY

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