Darley Moor Sprint Duathlon
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Event Overview
The Darley Moor August Sprint Duathlon is a competitive sporting event held at the Darley Moor race circuit in Derbyshire. This draft-legal duathlon takes place on a traffic-free course, utilizing the dedicated racing facility to ensure a safe environment for participants. The event serves as a European Sprint Distance Duathlon Qualifier, where athletes can compete for a spot on the British Triathlon GB Age-Group Team.
The race consists of a specific format totaling multiple stages across flat terrain. Participants first complete a run on the perimeter track surrounding the circuit, followed by a cycling segment on the race circuit itself, and concluding with a final run segment.
Race Details and Distances
The following distance is available for participants:
- 4.8 km run / 18.3 km bike / 2.4 km run
The terrain is described as flat and involves multiple laps on a mix of road and track surfaces. The competition is electronically timed using chip technology, which athletes collect during the registration process on the day of the event.
Venue and Amenities
The event is hosted at the Darley Moor Race Track, located on the A515 Ashbourne Road near Ashbourne. Facilities at the venue include on-site parking and access to toilets and refreshments. Additionally, free overnight camping is available at the venue on the Saturday preceding the race. The event has an entry limit of 390 participants, with a minimum age requirement of 15 years old by the end of the calendar year. Awards are presented to the first-place finishers in each five-year age category for both male and female divisions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
