Everyone has questions!
Where is the start and finish of the race?
The race starts and finishes at Park Farm, Compton Verney in Warwickshire. The postcode is CV35 9HJ. The postcode for the venue's car park will be confirmed nearer to the time of the event.
Is the course flat or hilly?
A mixture! The event gets its name from climbs and descents along the well-known Edge Hill escarpment. A map of the route will be featured at: www.do3.co.uk/on-the-edge-triathlon
Is there signage on the route?
Yes, there will be more signage and it will also be larger.
The event is sold out, can I go on to a wait list?
Yep, absolutely! Once the event is full you should see an option to enter onto a wait list. Payment is taken when you go on the list but it's refunded if you don't get a spot.
Can I cancel my place?
We may be able to organise a partial refund for the middle distance event and the amount will depend on how close to the event date you wish to withdraw. Please email [email protected]. Alternatively, could you change your entry to a relay? Again, please email us at [email protected]. Unfortunately, there are no refunds offered on the Compton Verney Sprint Triathlon.
Is my entry transferable to a friend?
Unfortunately transfer to another athlete isn’t permitted. If changing to a relay team isn’t an option for you, please get in touch and we can look at a partial refund. The amount will vary depending on when you get in touch with us.
Can I change my individual entry to a relay entry?
Certainly! As long as it’s 28 days before the event. There will be an admin fee of £10 plus the price difference between the individual event and the relay event, which is £20. Please email [email protected].
Can I change my relay entry to an individual entry?
Yes you can, providing you email us at least 28 days before the event. However no refunds will be payable on the entry fee and an admin fee of £10 will be charged.
Can I change the members in my relay team?
Yes, you can. Changes can be made up to 14 days before the event. Please email [email protected] with the old team members’ names as well as the new team members’ names and we’ll organise this for you.
Do I have to wear a wetsuit?
We follow the temperature guidance set by British Triathlon. It is expected that, as with most races, the majority of participants will choose to wear a wetsuit if water temperature allows.
Can I camp on the event site?
We are hoping to be able to offer on-site camping. More information will be available soon.
How will I receive my race pack and when will it arrive?
Your race information will be sent to you via email. The race pack containing your number, chip, swim cap etc will be picked up at registration.
Can I request a wave start so I race with my friends?
Please email your request through to [email protected] and we’ll do our best to accommodate you. Racers will enter the water according to their swim speed, which you will be asked for closer to the time, with faster swimmers going first.
When can I register?
Ideally you need to register the night before your race. The opening times for the registration desk will be confirmed closer to event day. If you are a British Triathlon member you must show your BTF card at registration. If you’re participating as part of a relay team only one member of the team needs to register but s/he must bring BTF cards for each team member where applicable and pay the day licence fee for any non-BTF members in the team. If you paid the non-BTF rate for your entry, then you have already paid for the day licence as part of your race fee.
Will regular trainers be ok for the run course?
Some of the run course will be run on public footpaths and trails. Whilst you may like off-road shoes for this section, most entrants will be wearing regular running or racing trainers. If it has been dry then regular running trainers will be fine. If it has been very wet for a prolonged period it could be muddy in parts
Can I train on the run course before the race?
Parts of the route are on privately owned land, to which there is no access prior to race day. However, much of the route is on public rights of way, so can be used for training. Please note that there is no parking at Park Farm, except for registration during the evening of Friday 21st July, and during the events on Saturday 22nd July and Sunday 23rd July.
Are there changing and transition tents?
Unfortunately not. You should keep all of your equipment at your racking point. This area is for race equipment only – you should only bring one small bag to keep at the racking point. There will be no bag drop/area.
Are there cut-off times for each section?
Yes. The following cut off times will be observed:
Swim 1 hours 10 minutes, with 10 minutes to get out of transition on to your bike
Bike 5 hours 20 minutes after your wave start
Run 9 hours 00 minutes after your wave start
If we feel during the run that you are not going to finish in time then you may be asked to stop. Try to ensure you are ahead of the cut off times as you can’t rely on catching up later in the race. If you are behind you may be asked to return to the venue.
Can I use headphones?
No, in line with British Triathlon rules headphones and bone conducting head sets are not permitted.
Are there food and hydration stations on the run and bike courses?
Yes, there will be aid stations on both the bike and run courses, you carry all of your nutrition and hydration.
There will also be a catering stand(s) offering food and drink after the event.
Can I bring my dog?
Well behaved dogs on a lead will be welcomed.
Can I see a copy of the terms and conditions?
Of course, please click here to view them: https://www.do3.co.uk/ote-terms-and-conditions
I have a question that isn’t listed here?
That’s fine – we haven’t been able to cover everything but if you email us at [email protected] we will get back to you and possibly update the FAQs too.
