Blithfield Olympic Triathlon & Aquabike
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Blithfield Olympic Triathlon & Aquabike : Blithfield Reservoir, Staffordshire
The event is set at Blithfield Reservoir, a 790 acre reservoir opened in 1952. Much of the surrounding woodland is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest.
Racing takes place around the reservoir and uses its deep water for the swim. The swim is 1.5K and run as two laps. The bike course is also two laps and is described as rolling and fast, with total elevation gain of 355 m. The run is a two lap mixture of trail and road with total elevation gain of 22 m.
There are multiple entry options: aquabike, individual triathlon and relay. Published entry prices are £79.00 for aquabike and individual triathlon entries, and £89.00 for relay entries. The event organiser is PMA Racing and the location is listed as Blithfield Sailing Club, Waters Lane, Abbotts Bromley, Staffordshire, WS15 3DU.
The description focuses on course format and site characteristics. It notes the swim, bike and run formats and the elevation figures provided for the bike and run courses. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.