RACE GUIDE 2016 ACTIVITYWALESEVENTS.COM
WELCOME TO THE ACTIVITY WALES EVENTS RACE GUIDE Here is a guide to our 2016 races. We have something that suits every ability; from a 5k to a 26.2 mile marathon, sprint distances to the Long Course Weekend, juniors and first timers to elite, there s something for everyone. For 2016 we have 4 new races, which are not to be missed! First up is the amazing Swansea Triathlon in June, with it s calm sea swim, flat bike and run course, it s ideal for anyone! The Saundersfoot Sprint is our second new event in September, with it s beautiful surroundings and scenic route it s not to be missed. Adding to the Long Course weekend, we have also introduced a Junior Long Course Weekend for 14-17 year olds ONLY and a family friendly 5k, suitable for age 11 years and up. Entries are open for all the events and we look forward to seeing you throughout the season. THE ACTIVITY WALES EVENTS TEAM 2
RACE GUIDE CONTENTS Mumbles Duathlon Swansea Triathlon New Mumbles Triathlon Taff Kids Junior Long Course Weekend New Long Course Weekend The Wales Swim The Wales Sportive The Wales Marathon & Half Marathon The Wales 10k & The Wales 5k New Wales Triathlon (Ocean Lava) Gower Triathlon Fancy Dress Tri Saundersfoot Sprint New Club Championships Under 18 Races Race Calendar... Page 4... Page 5... Page 6... Page 7... Page 9... Page 9... Page 10... Page 11... Page 12... Page 13... Page 14... Page 15... Page 16... Page 17... Page 18... Page 19... Page 20 3
MUMBLES DUATHLON SATURDAY 5 MARCH 2016 MUMBLES, SWANSEA Long - 5k run, 32k bike, 5k run Short - 5k run, 21k bike, 3k run The Mumbles Duathlon takes place in the stunning setting of Mumbles Bay, Swansea, and kicks off the Activity Wales Events season. Athletes will enjoy the picturesque fast and flat runs along the beautiful shoreline, before taking to the scenic and testing bike course on the famous Gower roads. It s the perfect start to the season. Entry starts from 40. Team relays are also available. Enter now at mumblesduathlon.com 4
SWANSEA TRIATHLON SUNDAY 5 JUNE 2016 SWANSEA CITY CENTRE 750m swim, 20k bike, 5k run New for 2016 is Activity Wales Events first city centre triathlon! With fully closed roads throughout the course, the event begins in the safe, enclosed waters of Swansea Bay with competitors then heading on a fast and flat bike route around the city centre. The run will also be a fast and flat section of the course, and the athletes will take in SA1, Swansea Marina and seafront and heading on to a city centre loop finishing in Castle Square. Entry starts from 59. Team relays are also available. Enter now at swanseatriathlon.com 5
MUMBLES TRIATHLON SATURDAY 18 JUNE 2016 MUMBLES, SWANSEA Long - 750m swim, 32k bike, 5k run Short - 750m swim, 21k bike, 2.5k run The Mumbles Triathlon is set in one of the best locations in the UK. The calm, safe and spectator friendly swim, picturesque ride for both the long and short courses, and the stunning flat run on the Mumbles Bay shoreline make this one of the most popular events in the race calendar. But don t be fooled by your beautiful surroundings - with some challenging climbs thrown into the mix, the 2013 winner of the 220 Triathlon Race of the Year award, will certainly take some beating. Entry starts from 40. Team relays are also available. Enter now at mumblestri.com 6
FOLLY FARM TAFF KIDS FRIDAY 8 JULY 2016 NORTH BEACH, TENBY Swim (Surf Run) - 30m (All children) Run - 200m (4-5 years), 400m (6-11 yrs) The opening event of the Long Course Weekend in Tenby, Taff Kids is an event for children aged from 4-11 years old, and consists of a swim and run on the beach. Every child receives a t-shirt and medal. It s a great way to get the little ones involved in the sport! Entry starts from 10. Enter now at taffkids.com 7
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LONG COURSE WEEKEND FRIDAY 8 - SUNDAY 10 JULY 2016 TENBY 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike, 26.2 mile run (For individual see pages 10-13) Pembrokeshire plays host annually to one of the most difficult triathlons in the UK, the Long Course Weekend. The event, which was crowned the 220 Triathlon Race of the Year in 2015, is a unique event lasting 3 days, and accommodating some of the best triathlon talent in the UK and the world. To kick off the weekend, on Friday evening the LCW athletes have the Wales Swim to tackle - a 2.4 mile open water swim on North Beach, Tenby. Saturday sees them heading out into the Welsh countryside on an undulating 112 mile course past enthusiastic crowds, and giving them the opportunity to try and claim the King of the Hill title in Saundersfoot. On Sunday, the athletes have the small task of the 26.2 mile Wales Marathon to complete. If they can cross the line within the cut off, they will be presented with the final piece of their puzzle - the Long Course Weekend medal. lcw page 2 Of last year s 700 athletes who tried to complete the whole weekend, only around half could manage all three days. Will you be able to complete the Long Course Weekend? General entries are now SOLD OUT, however our VIP Charity Entry is available for 249. To find out more information and to enter visit lcwwales.com JUNIOR LONG COURSE WEEKEND FRIDAY 8 - SUNDAY 10 JULY 2016 TENBY 1.2 mile swim, 42 mile bike, 10k run 14-17 YEAR OLD ONLY (For Full information see page 19) 9
THE WALES SWIM FRIDAY 8 JULY 2016 NORTH BEACH, TENBY Full - 2.4 mile swim Short - 1.2 mile swim Friday evening is the opening challenge of the Long Course Weekend. Athletes head down to North Beach to compete in the Wales Swim. The event which is a lapped course, consists of two distances - the 1.2 mile single lap course, or the 2.4 mile two lap course. Entry starts from 40. Enter now at thewalesswim.com 10
THE WALES SPORTIVE SATURDAY 9 JULY 2016 SALTERNS CAR PARK, TENBY Full - 112 mile bike Medium - 70 mile bike Short - 42 mile bike Saturday morning is an early start for avid cyclists, as day two of the Long Course Weekend begins. Athletes meet down Salterns Car Park, and see the top athletes come down the start ramp before setting off on their own journey. The open road event heads past some of the most iconic locations in the county, and with the King in the Hill challenge in Saundersfoot giving the best climbers the chance to shine, it s a fantastic day for both athletes and spectators. Entry starts from 40. Enter now at thewalessportive.com 15 11
THE WALES MARATHON SUNDAY 10 JULY 2016 TUDOR SQUARE, TENBY 26.2 mile run The Wales Marathon - the final event of the Long Course Weekend - is taking steps into its seventh year, and has grown to be very popular amongst the UK s runners. The road run has become a stage for people to not only achieve personal goals, but as a platform for fundraising, taking a step into endurance running and even breaking world records. With a red carpet finish, incredible support as you head down the finish line as well as the event being Wales only fully closed road marathon, it s definitely one to make sure is on your race calendar for 2016. Entry starts from 40. Enter now at thewalesmarathon.com 14 12
; THE WALES HALF MARATHON SUNDAY 10 JULY 2016 PEMBROKE CASTLE TO TENBY 13.1 mile run If a full marathon isn t your cup of tea, you can head to Pembroke Castle and make the 13.1 mile journey back to Tenby in the Wales Half Marathon. Athletes will walk down the main street to the start line where they can clap and encourage those passing the going the full 26.2 miles, before setting off towards the coast on the same fully closed roads as the Wales Marathon. The undulating route is a great challenge for those who want something a little tougher than flat, city routes. Take you place at the start line. Enter now at thewalesmarathon.com THE WALES 10K SUNDAY 10 JULY 2016 MANORBIER TO TENBY 10km run Taking place alongside the Wales Marathon, athletes will head down to Manorbier Castle ready to walk up to the start line. The course, whilst starting on a particularly challenging climb, is fairly fast and heads along the closed roads, back to the finish line in Tudor Square, where they ll be cheered down the red carpet. Entry starts from 20. Enter now at thewales10k.com THE WALES 5K SUNDAY 10 JULY 2016 TUDOR SQUARE, TENBY 5km run New for 2016, the Wales 5k starts just after the marathon runners leave Tudor Square for the Wales Marathon. Heading around Tenby, down to Kiln Park and back, the out-andback run is suitable for ages 11 years and up. It s a great event for all the family! Entry starts from 15. Enter now at thewales5k.com 16 13
THE WALES TRIATHLON & SPRINT TRI SATURDAY 23 JULY 2016 GOODWICK Middle - 1.2 mile swim, 56 mile bike, 13.1 mile run Sprint - 750m swim, 13 mile bike, 3 mile run Set in the beautiful town of Goodwick, the Wales Triathlon middle distance event and the shorter sprint course are fairly fast routes, taking in the stunning North Pembrokeshire countryside. The event, which was the 220 Triathlon Race of the Year in 2014, has a sheltered out and back, lapped swim taking place in Fishguard Bay. From there the athletes head out to St Davids on a picturesque route, and finally run out onto the breakwater and along the coastal path to the famous finish line. Last year we had the honour of seeing triathlon legend Chris McCormack come down the red carpet finish, so if you re a seasoned athlete or a beginner, and want to follow in the footsteps of the greats, this event is the one for you. Entry starts from 40. Team relays are also available. Enter now at walestriathlon.com 14 17
GOWER TRIATHLON SATURDAY 3 SEPTEMBER 2016 PORT EYNON, GOWER 1.5k swim, 37k bike, 10k run The Gower Triathlon Olympic distance event is set in the outstanding seaside location of Port Eynon. The swim starts off in the Blue Flag waters, heading onto the renowned Gower roads and finishing with a 10km run taking in parts of the area s award winning beaches. Entry starts from 45. Enter now at gowertriathlon.com 15
FANCY DRESS TRI SATURDAY 3 SEPTEMBER 2016 PORT EYNON, GOWER 400m swim, 16k bike, 5k run The fun side of triathlon! The shorter distance event which runs alongside the Gower Triathlon is a fantastic event, giving everyone the chance to start winding down after an incredible season. With an array of costumes heading around the course, it adds that extra level of enjoyment for everyone from athletes through to the spectators, family and friends. Entry starts from 30. Enter now at fancydresstri.com 20 16
SAUNDERSFOOT SPRINT SATURDAY 17 SEPTEMBER 2016 SAUNDERSFOOT Long - 750m swim, 32k bike, 5k run Short - 750m swim, 21k bike, 2.5k run The Saundersfoot Triathlon offers athletes travelling down to support friends, family and club members taking part in Ironman Wales the day after, the opportunity to give triathlon a go and take their own medal home! This event is open to both adults and children over 14 years old. Entry starts from 40. Enter now at saundersfoottriathlon.com 21 17
CLUB OFFERS We have some great offers available to clubs who choose our events for their club championships. We love to work closely with both local clubs, and those across the UK. Discounts available for club championship events Camping available at most events Club cycling tops available - call us for more information Trophy for the best represented club at our events To claim your club offers or if you have any questions, call us on 01437 765777. 22 18
UNDER 18 EVENTS This year, Activity Wales Events have made events for 14 to 18 year olds, with the aim to encourage more children and young adults to get into sport. The following events are available: Mumbles Duathlon Sat 5 March 2016 750m swim, 21km bike, 5km run (See page 4) Swansea Triathlon Sun 5 June 2016 750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run (See page 5) Mumbles Triathlon Sat 18 June 2016 750m swim, 21km bike, 2.5km run (See page 6) Wales Sprint Triathlon Sat 23 July 2016 750m swim, 13 mile bike, 3 mile run (See page 14) Fancy Dress Triathlon Sat 3 September 2016 400m swim, 16km bike, 5km run (See page 16) Saundersfoot Triathlon Sat 17 September 2016 750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run (See page 17) (All of the above have a Junior 1st Male and 1st Female trophy) Junior Long Course Weekend Fri 8 - Sun 10 July 2016 1.2 mile swim, 42 mile bike, 10km run For 2016, we ve also introduced the Junior Long Course Weekend. The event will take place alongside the Long Course Weekend, and children from 14-17 years old will take on a 1.2 mile swim on Friday, a 42 mile open road cycle on the roads of South Pembrokeshire on Saturday and a 10km run on the fully closed roads of the Wales Marathon on Sunday from Manorbier to Tenby. All junior athletes who complete the 3 days, will be entitled to the exclusive 4th Junior Long Course Weekend medal. To enter the Junior Long Course Weekend and for more details, visit lcwwales.com 19
2016 AT A GLANCE... 05/03/16 - MUMBLES DUATHLON 05/06/16 - SWANSEA TRIATHLON New 18/06/16 - MUMBLES TRIATHLON 08/07/16 - LONG COURSE WEEKEND 08/07/16 - JUNIOR LONG COURSE WEEKEND 08/07/16 - TAFFKIDS 08/07/16 - THE WALES SWIM 09/07/16 - THE WALES SPORTIVE 10/07/16 - THE WALES MARATHON 10/07/16 - THE WALES HALF MARATHON 10/07/16 - THE WALES 10K 10/07/16 - THE WALES 5K 23/07/16 - THE WALES TRIATHLON & SPRINT TRI 03/09/16 - GOWER TRIATHLON 03/09/16 - FANCY DRESS TRI 17/09/16 - SAUNDERSFOOT SPRINT TRIATHLON New ACTIVITYWALESEVENTS.COM