Spring Triathlon

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From Sandford Parks Lido

  • Date Sat 9th May 2020
  • Time 08:00
  • Location Sandford Parks Lido, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
  • Price £37.00
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances Super Sprint, Sprint

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of competition and camaraderie at the Spring Triathlon, organized by Sandford Parks Lido! This vibrant event takes place on Saturday, May 9, 2020, in the picturesque setting of Cheltenham, Gloucestershire. Open to all competitors aged 17 and over, the Spring Triathlon welcomes participants of all abilities, making it the perfect opportunity to challenge yourself or team up with friends.

The triathlon features a thrilling 400-meter swim in the Lido's impressive 50-meter outdoor swimming pool, followed by a scenic 17.5-kilometer cycle through the charming streets of Cheltenham and the beautiful Sandford Park. For those who prefer a different challenge, this year introduces a brand-new Aquabike category, allowing participants to swim 400 meters and cycle 17.5 kilometers—ideal for those who want to join in the fun without the running component. Join us for a memorable day filled with fitness, fun, and community spirit at the Spring Triathlon!

Organiser's Description

This is a fun event open to all abilities of competitors, over the age of 17 who enjoy a personal or team challenge.

The swim is undertaken in the Lido's 50 metre outdoor swimming pool (8 lengths). The run and cycle are around Cheltenham town and Sandford Park.

NEW AQUABIKE CATEGORY! Don't enjoy running, but still want to take part? Our Aquabike category is new for 2020 - swim 400m and cycle 17.5km

Races

  • Individual Entry

    You Can Also Join / Create a Team Using This Option.

    £37.00

    CLOSED
Race Distances

Swim 400m in the Lido
Cycle
17.5 Km
Run
2.8 Km

Location

Sandford Parks Lido
Keynsham Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL53 7PU

Further Details

Wave starts will be used with participants starting at scheduled times. Early morning event, start times between 7am and 10.30am. Please note if you have an estimated swim time greater than 15 minutes please only enter the 8.00, 8.20, 8.40, 9.00, 9.20, 9.40 and 10.30 waves.

Please take the time to familiarise yourself with the cycle and run routes so you know where you are going on the day. This is a fun event and you will notice junctions and traffic lights on the cycle route and you must adhere to the Highway Code throughout the race. Maps are available on our website - https://sandfordparkslido.org.uk/events/2019-05-19-mira-showers-triathlon.

All applicants must be aged 17 years or over.

All participants must wear a cycle helmet throughout the cycle section.

Persons with a reasonable level of fitness should only participate in this event. Entry is entirely at your own risk.

Prizes awarded for the highest fundraiser, the first placed male, the first placed female and the first placed team.

Results provided for age group categories - Open, 40+, 50+, 60+

Chip timing including splits.

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Location

Sandford Parks Lido, Keynsham Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL53 7PU, UK

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