The Wasdale Half Iron Distance Triathlon
- Date Sun 24th September 2017
- Location Wasdale Head, Cumbria
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating challenge at The Wasdale Half Iron Distance Triathlon, taking place on Sunday, 24th September 2017, in the breathtaking surroundings of Seascale, Cumbria. This event is not for the faint-hearted, as it is heralded as one of the toughest half Ironman challenges in the UK, combining stunning scenery with extreme physical demands.
Participants will kick off the day with a swim in Wastwater, the deepest lake in the Lake District, before tackling an epic bike leg that boasts a staggering 7,217 feet of climbing over the legendary Lakeland passes, including the infamous Kirkstone via the 'Struggle', Wrynose, and Hardnott. Rounding off this incredible test of endurance is a run around the spectacular Fairfield Horseshoe, ascending over 2,600 feet. With its breathtaking landscapes and challenging terrain, The Wasdale Half Iron Distance Triathlon promises an unforgettable experience for all athletes daring enough to take it on!
Participants will kick off the day with a swim in Wastwater, the deepest lake in the Lake District, before tackling an epic bike leg that boasts a staggering 7,217 feet of climbing over the legendary Lakeland passes, including the infamous Kirkstone via the 'Struggle', Wrynose, and Hardnott. Rounding off this incredible test of endurance is a run around the spectacular Fairfield Horseshoe, ascending over 2,600 feet. With its breathtaking landscapes and challenging terrain, The Wasdale Half Iron Distance Triathlon promises an unforgettable experience for all athletes daring enough to take it on!
Organiser's Description
Described as the deepest, steepest and the highest, this half Ironman challenge is surely one of the toughest in the Country. The swim is in Wastwater, the Lake District's deepest; the bike leg has 7,217ft of climb over the big three Lakeland passes - Kirkstone via the 'Struggle', Wrynose and Hardnott, both directions - and is described as the steepest and most gruelling half Iron Bike section anywhere in the World; the run around the stunning Fairfield Horseshoe ascends over 2,600ft. But it's not so much the total ascent that will hurt, it's the severity that will cause the damage! (Date tbc)
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