Ellesmere Swim 2023
From UK Triathlon
Event summary
Whether you are a novice or an experienced athlete, the Ellesmere Swim promises to cater to all abilities, making it the perfect starting point for those eager to tackle the full weekend's swim, cycle, and run challenges. Plus, every competitor will leave with an individual medal for each discipline, and those who conquer the entire ULTIMATE WEEKEND CHALLENGE will earn a stylish commemorative T-shirt. Join us for a day filled with fun, fitness, and camaraderie, and take your first step toward an unforgettable weekend of athletic achievement!
Ellesmere Swim 2023
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Ultimate Swim 2nd June
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Ultimate 1/2 Swim 2nd June
Entries closed£55.00
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Ultimate 1/4 Swim 2nd June
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Event information
UK Ultimate ½ x 2 laps = 1.2 miles
UK Ultimate ¼ x 1 lap = 0.6 miles
Wetsuits & swim caps are compulsory for all the distances.
There will be a minimum of 8 Safety crafts on the water at all times. Water depth between 2 to 3 metres (6 to 10 feet).
WE DO NOT POST ANYTHING OUT - you will collect your race numbers, tattoos, stickers etc. at registration on the day.
Please take some time to read all the event information, it will make it far more enjoyable for you and reduce the need to ask questions over the weekend.
We advise that all competitors bring their wetsuit as well as suitable swim attire.
Swim safety buoys are allowed if no wetsuit is worn. (Please see table below).
WETSUIT USE
a.) The use of wetsuits is forbidden or mandatory if the following combinations of distance and water temperature are attained:
Up to 1500m
Aged up to and including 59yrs
Mandatory below 14c
Forbidden above 22c
Up to 1500m
Aged 60yrs and above
Mandatory below 14c
Forbidden above 24.6c
1501m and above
All ages
Mandatory below 16c
Forbidden above 24.6c
Swim: from 5pm
The cut off times are as follows:
Swim: 9pm
All individuals including transgender people are eligible to compete in the Open category. Responses to this question will enable us to allocate competitors into the correct race category as required under the British Triathlon Transgender Policy effective 1 January 2023.
Organiser's description
Just want to take on the swim, then you're on the right page.
FRIDAY afternoon is the starting event with the UK ULTIMATE SWIM. Choose from either a 2.4 mile, 1.2 mile, or 0.6 mile swim challenge in The Mere.
This is a weekend-long swim, cycle, and run challenge for all abilities from novice to first timer, as well as being a race for the more serious athlete and age group triathlete with prizes and trophies on offer for completing all three disciplines.
Every competitor will receive an individual medal for each of the swim, cycle, run disciplines and those taking on the full ULTIMATE WEEKEND CHALLENGE will receive a commemorative T-shirt.
Location
SY12 0PA Sandy Lane, Ellesmere, United Kingdom
Ellesmere Swim 2023
UK Triathlon
UK Triathlon has been organising events for 30 years and offers professionally run, fun & friendly nationwide events for all ages & abilities. Whether you are a seasoned athlete, a novice or fundraiser, we offer events to suit all ages and abilities from kids to adults. We have fun duathlons & triathlons for kids, run events from 1/2 marathon to 5k for all the family and triathlons ranging from Fun & Sprint through to Long Distance...there really is something for everyone! *Choose from indoor pool, outdoor pool, lake and sea swims. *Several distances to choose from. *Option to enter as a Relay Team and share the swim, bike & run with one or two friends.
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