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BALA MIDDLE DISTANCE TRIATHLON
4 JUNE 2017, SNOWDONIA, NORTH WALES
Situated in southern Snowdonia, on the shores of Llyn Tegid (Bala Lake) the
largest fresh water lake in Wales, the Bala Middle Distance Triathlon will stage
the 2017 Welsh Championships. Triathletes will complete a 2km open-water
swim in Llyn Tegid, an 81km bike and a 20km run over a challenging course in
and around the Snowdonia National Park.
Tel
07748 494552
Web
www.wats-on-events.com1
PITSFORD TRIATHLONS
7 MAY 2017 (SPRINT DISTANCE) / 16 JULY 2017 (STANDARD DISTANCE),
NORTHAMPTON SAILING CLUB
The Pitsford Triathlons take place at Pitsford Reservoir and utilise the superb
facilities of Northampton Sailing Club. With fantastic swim options, terrific
bike courses on some of the best roads in the county and run courses that
follow the picturesque trail that loops around the reservoir, the events have
all the ingredients for two truly special days out.
Tel
07711 945963
Web
www.pitsfordtriathlon.co.uk2
BRUTAL EXTREME TRIATHLON
16 SEPTEMBER 2017, LLANBERIS, NORTH WALES
The Brutal Extreme Triathlons begin in the breath-taking Llyn Padarn; the bike
course passes through stunning scenery and over some super challenging hills;
the run takes you on a undulating trail round the lake and then finally up and
down Wales’ highest mountain, Snowdon. The Brutal is known for its low-key feel
and friendliness, and attracts first-timers to experienced ultra athletes. Entry
options available: Half, Full, Double or Triple (you can also enter in a team).
Web
www.brutalevents.co.uk3
MONSTER MOJO
14 MAY 2017, PETERBOROUGH ROWING LAKE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE
Race HQ provides a great base for this cool middle distance. The
swim will be a mass start in a superb lake, which is unusually warm for early
season, the bike is three fast loops and the run is mostly off road. We promise
a new and improved layout for the finish area in 2017 and a great atmosphere!
Web
www.monsterracing.net4