Sundowner Triathlon
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Event Overview
The Sundowner Triathlon takes place at Allerthorpe Lakeland Park, offering a variety of multisport distances including triathlon, aquabike, and aquathlon. Participants can choose between individual entries or relay options for the longer distances. The event is sanctioned by British Triathlon, requiring all competitors to hold a race license or purchase a single-use race pass.
Course Details
The 750m, 1500m, or 1900m swim is held in a man-made lake with clear, shallow water between 5ft and 7ft deep. This sheltered environment typically provides flat conditions. The cycling leg features a flat, non-draft legal course on open roads through local villages and country lanes. The run follows a flat trail route around the lake, providing multiple opportunities for spectators to view the race.
Available Distances
- Sprint Triathlon: 750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run
- Olympic Triathlon: 1500m swim, 45km bike, 10km run
- 70.3 Triathlon: 1900m swim, 90km bike, 21km run
- Aquabike: 1500m or 1900m swim and 45km or 90km bike
- Aquathlon: 1500m or 1900m swim and 10km or 21km run
Facilities and Support
The venue at Allerthorpe Lakeland Park includes an athlete village, on-site cafe, and free parking. Participants have access to toilets, changing facilities, and bike mechanic support. On-course support includes marshals, medical teams, and stocked aid stations. Results are recorded using electronic chip timing. For those staying overnight, camping is available on-site at an additional cost. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
