Derby Triathlon
- Etwall, Derby
Derby Triathlon is aimed at all levels of fitness and ability, whether it’s your first triathlon or you are the next Olympic hopeful. Last year we had an increase in first time competitors, with 55% of the field being new to the great fun sport of triathlon.
Derby Triathlon is aimed at all levels of fitness and ability, whether it’s your first triathlon or you are the next Olympic hopeful. Last year we had an increase in first time competitors, with 55% of the field being new to the great fun sport of triathlon.
You can enter as an individual and complete all three disciplines on your own, the relay event with friends or colleagues and enjoy the race as a team or the corporate event where each team member completes the full triathlon.
The swim will take place in Etwall Leisure centre, which is a modern 6 lane 25M swimming pool. Each swimmer will be set off according to estimated swim times on a time trial basis. Swimmers will start in the water in the shallow end and exit out of the fire exit and run to the back field where the Transition area is located.
Upon leaving the school grounds (side entrance) turn left through Etwall village (please note pedestrian crossing). At A516 roundabout take 2nd exit, extreme caution, this will take you down a country lane to a cross roads where you turn left onto Radbourne Lane. Continue down radbourne lane until Sutton On the Hill where where you take a right hand turn (landmark: church on right hand side) this will take you through the village and over the A50. At T junction (Hilton) turn left onto A516. You will cycle over three roundabouts back towards Etwall. At Etwall island turn around (caution for oncoming cyclists) and retrace route back along A516. Taking first left back into Etwall village and enter transition area. This will be fully Marshalled and sign posted. The cycle section is strictly a non-drafting/pacing event and is referred to in the British Triathlon rules which is available on the website www.britishtriathlon.org,
If a marshal tells you to stop at a junction or slow down leading up to a junction, it is for your safety.
On returning to the transition area cyclist must dismount at the line. You must leave your helmet fastened until your bike has been racked. Then head for the ‘Run Out’ (opposite end to ‘bike in’) entrance and proceed around the perimeter of the grounds past the tennis courts and up the hill through the side path by the church. This brings you out at the front of the school in the village. Turn Left and then take a left hand turn down Sutton Lane. The turning point is about 1 mile down this lane where you will retrace steps back towards the transition area and turn left to Finish. This will be fully Marshalled and sign posted.
When?
Sunday 15th September 2024
Closing Date
Sunday 1st September (10pm). Please enter here.
Where
Etwall Leisure Centre, Hilton Road, Etwall, Derby. DE65 6HZ
Distances
• Swim 400m (16 lengths)
• Cycle 18km
• Run 5km
Costs
- Individual senior = £43
- Individual Junior (15-24) entry = £30
- Non BTF member Day License (Race Pass) = +£8 for seniors & +£2 for Juniors
- Relay = £51 (+ Race pass day license for each non member)
Transition
There will be a significant amount of racking race numbered with athletes racking in your designated area. There will be a separate bag drop area and athletes will not be allowed to enter Transition without first registering and having their cycle & helmet checked by the PMA crew.
Results
Individual results will be sent by SMS text message and a full set of results will be provided on the PMA website later that evening.
Prizes
- 1st 3 overall (Open & Women)
- 1st in each 10 year category (if you are a top 3 finisher then you will not be able to claim the AG award)
- 1st Relay team
Catering
There will be catering provided throughout the event serving hot food & drinks.
Massage
There will be Massage services provided for either a pre or post race treatment.
Individual & Relay
The individual triathlon
This is open to anyone over the age of 15 (on 31/12/24). You must complete all three disciplines with no outside assistance. Your time will be taken from when you start the swim to when you finish the run.
The relay triathlon
Each member of the team completes one discipline.
The first member swims 400m and runs out to tag the cyclist who then continues on the 18k bike, on their return the cyclist tags the runner who goes on to complete the 5k run to finish the event. Relay entrants can be either 2 or 3 people.
Information for beginners
Last year over 50% of the field had never completed a triathlon. All you need is a swimming costume or trunks, goggles (not compulsory), a bike (road or mountain bike as long as it is in roadworthy condition),an approved cycle helmet (compulsory) and a pair of trainers.
So go on give it a tri? You will be given full instructions before the event and if you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact us. In the meantime check out further information here.
Race rules
The event will be held under the rules of the British Triathlon Federation. As always, your bicycle must be in roadworthy condition and an approved cycle helmet must be worn. A BTF referee will be present throughout the day.
Race Information
Race information and competitor start times will be available on the website 1 week before the event. Any queries relating to the event please contact us.
