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St.Neots Triathlon Series Race 3

Online Entries are now closed. (There are limited on the day entries available, please contact keith on 07539213097)

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Regatta meadow, St.Neots is the perfect venue for testing yourself on a fast undulating course where the tempo is high and the competition is fierce (and friendly!)

Whether you are an experienced athlete looking for a very fast time over the one of the three distances, or you are a novice competitor looking for a safe and friendly venue for your first open water triathlon, then St.Neots triathlons are ideal. St.Neots is a great venue, the blaring PA, and supporters from the local town will push you beyond what you think you’re capable of. Whether it’s your first triathlon or you’re trying to qualify for the British Age-Group Team, we guarantee you’ll enjoy this fantastic venue.

The swim takes place in the beautiful clean waters of the River Ouse, with a simple out and back course followed by a one or two lap bike course that takes you through some of the most scenic villages in the area. Although undulating this course with its smooth roads and downhill last 5 miles will see some fast times. The run is a two or four lap course around the Riverside Park that loops past the finish area on your  laps so your friends and family can support and cheer you on. The venue offers camping and ample free car-parking, so it’s an ideal event to bring the family to as they’ll get to see you swim, bike and run as well as have the opportunity to enjoy the park environment. The venue has very easy access to the local town that is a two minute walk away.

Race for Charity

Would you like to race for charity in 2016? Please contact stjohnsfundraising@suerydercare.org

Distances

• Super Sprint :  400m swim / 10km bike / 2.5km run
• Sprint :              750m swim / 23.9km bike / 5km run
  
• Standard :        1500m swim / 45km bike / 10km run

Races will start from 07.50 – 8.15 am

Find us

Regatta Meadow
Riverside Park
St Neots
Cambridgeshire
PE19 7LH

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Routes

Arrival and Registration

Parking will be at the venue (Riverside Park) *weather permitting, if wet follow marshals and signs to local car parks*

NOTE you will collect your race pack at registration on the day of the event. Nothing will be posted prior to the event.

Full race brief / information will be sent by email pre-event once online entries close. (Normally Wednesday prior to the race, Please note we only send to the email address you registered with) The full race brief will be posted HERE by Wednesday as well.

Registration will be open from 16.00 – 18.00 on Saturday evening prior to the event and from 06.00 – 07.30 am on race day. Please ensure you arrive early to avoid that last minute rush.

Minimum age of competitors

• The minimum age to take part in the Sprint Distance Event is 15 as of age on 31st December 2016
• The minimum age to take part in the Standard Distance Event is 17 as of age on 31st December 2016

Parking

Parking will be at Riverside Park. (50m from transition)

Identification

You will be issued with a race number which must be clearly visible on your front or back at all times. You will also be number marked on your hand with a pen. Number belts are allowed, all we ask it that we can see your number at the timing points as a backup to the electronic system.

British Triathlon Federation Rules

BTF rules All competitors must comply with BTF rules (it is recommended that you read the BTF rules and regulations which will be applied to all races) All competitors must be licensed to race, those non BTF members will be required to pay a £5 levy for a day licence, this is payable on the day at registration. (This is not included in your entry fee) BTF members must produce their licence at registration or a £5 levy will be charged prior to racing.
2016 British Triathlon Rule Book

Safety

If circumstances deem the course or travel conditions to be unsafe or it falls outside of the BTF guidelines, Nicetri have the right to change/move, or cancel the event at short notice.

Keep Racing Tidy

Chip Timing

Chip Timing Solutions will provide computerised chip timing via an electronic chip system that you attach to your ankle. Please attach the chip to your LEFT ankle and make sure your run over the mats at the various timing points. Your finish time and splits will be available shortly after completing the event.

Live Results

Transition Rules

Security will always be present in the transition area. Only competitors wearing their I.D. will be allowed in or out of this area. Your race pack will include a race number and 2 smaller labels which are to be attached to your bike and helmet, this must be done prior to entering transition. You must rack your bike in the numbered position. No riding is allowed in the transition area. Your helmet must be fastened on your head at all times whilst you are on your bike or running with your bike through transition.

Race start

Race start times will be from 7.50 am

Briefing

Race start time will be announced nearer the time (see race brief). Race Briefing will take place at 07.45 am .

Prizes

Prizes are both for men and women. One prize per competitor. A full breakdown of prizes and trophies will be given before the event in the race brief.

Camping / Accommodation

Camping is available within the grounds of the Riverside Park (Limited facilities) Toilets will be available on site from Saturday noon. For more details, Call Keith 07539 213097. For local Hotels, B&B’s and Camp sites, see www.st-neots.co.uk