Morson Salford Triathlon & Aquabike
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Event Overview
The Morson Salford Triathlon & Aquabike takes place at MediaCityUK in Salford Quays. The event features multiple disciplines and distances held on fast, flat courses within a bustling urban environment. Participants swim in Dock 9, cycle through open roads in the Salford and Trafford areas, and run past local landmarks such as the Lowry Theatre and the Imperial War Museum North.
The cycling portion of the event is draft-legal and consists of multi-lap, anti-clockwise circuits. The run course is also flat, navigating the infrastructure of the quays. Facilities on-site include toilets located at the Open Centre, nearby cafes, and temporary units at the swim start.
Available Distances
The event offers several race formats:
- Standard Triathlon: 1.5 km swim, 41.6 km bike (6 laps), and 10.4 km run.
- Sprint Triathlon: 750 m swim, 20.8 km bike (3 laps), and 5.2 km run.
- Standard Triathlon Relay: Completed by teams of 2-3 people.
- Standard Aquabike: 1.5 km swim and 41.6 km bike.
- Sprint Aquabike: 750 m swim and 20.8 km bike.
Participation Details
Registration occurs at the Open Centre on Broadway. The event is open to individuals aged 16 to 99. Participants are provided with swim caps and race numbers on the day of the event, and the use of race belts is permitted. While wetsuits are optional, participants are expected to be self-sufficient, carrying their own basic bike repair kits and necessary nutrition for the duration of the race. Parking is available at the Quayside MediaCityUK car park. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
