Escape to Afan Duathlon
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Escape to Afan Duathlon
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Try this off-road duathlon, with the option of different distances and intensities over 2 days. This event has you covered if you’re a beginner or if you’re looking for a challenging technical experience. This is an exciting course in one of the UK’s most popular mountain bike locations.
Sprint, Standard, The Full Day - Sprint & Extreme, and 2 more
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Sat, 25 Nov 2023
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Pontrhydyfen, United Kingdom
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Where and when
Location
Bryn Bettws Lodge, Pontrhydyfen, Port Talbot SA12 9SP, UK
Start times
Saturday, 25 Nov 2023
Sprint:
8:00 am | Standard:
8:00 am | The Full Day - Sprint & Extreme:
8:00 am | The Full Day - Standard & Extreme:
8:00 am | Extreme:
1:00 pm Event summary
Here are the distances available for Escape to Afan Duathlon
Sprint
5km
12km
2.5km
£14.20 - £42.50
Standard
5km
24km
5km
£14.50 - £49
Extreme
5km
22km
5km
£37.50 - £42.50
The Full Day - Sprint & Extreme
10km
38km
7.5km
£100 - £105
Route information
Both courses will be located in the Afan Forest Park but the Sprint and Standard races on the Saturday will take a slightly route to the Extreme race which will be more technical and challenging. You'll be sure to experience some sensational views not matter which event you choose.
Sprint & Standard
- The Sprint will be a 5k run, 12k bike and 2.5k run.
- The Standard will be a 5k run, 24k bike and 5k run.
This off-road duathlon promises to be an exciting route.
Extreme
The Extreme will be a 5k run 22k bike and 5k run. This will be a challenging, technical course with the added benefit of having exclusive access to the entire mountain bike trails. You'll be riding and running along renowned trails with single tracks, and steep uphill and off-road passages.
The below tracks are closed for exclusive use:
• Elevator
• Rhiwgregan
• Nant-Y-Bar
• Piccadilly
• 373
What's included
- Bespoke Finisher's Medal
- Awards for top 3 finisher's
- Chip-timed results
- Toilets
- Medical support
- Fully marked and marshalled route
How to get there
Bryn Bettws Lodge, Pontrhydyfen, Port Talbot SA12 9SP, UK
Get full directionsParking
Parking will be available at Bryn Bettws Lodge at a cost of £5 per car. It is close to the start/finish.
Accommodation
Bryn Bettws Lodge has sleeping options should you wish to stay for the weekend.
Event day logistics
06:00 Registration & transition opens
07:40 Registration & transition closes
07:50 Mandatory race brief
08:00 Duathlon starts
12:00 Bike cut-off
Race Pack
Your race pack will include a race number and 2 stickers which should be attached to your bike and helmet.
Age Requirements
You must be at least 17 on event day to participate.
Race Rules
- This is a non drafting event. Drafting may result in your disqualification.
- You are permitted to push or carry your bike over the course
- Lapped competitors will not be removed from the race
- Clip-ons are not allowed
- You should not litter on the course
- Your helmet must be fastened on your head at all times whilst you are on your bike or running through transition with your bike.
All competitors must comply with British Triathlon Federation (BTF) rules.
Bike Specifications
- The maximum permitted tyre diameter for the mountain bike is 29 inches/ 74 centimetres
- The minimum cross section for the tire is 1.5 inch/ 3.8 centimetres.
- Front and rear wheels may have different diameters
- Studded and/or slick tyres are allowed
- Clip-ons are not allowed
- Traditional road handlebars are forbidden
Spiked shoes are allowed.
Only competitors wearing their ID will be allowed in and out of the transition area.
Water & Nutrition
There will be water available at the start/finish area. It is recommended that you take your own water and nutrition on route.
Onsite Facilities
There will be toilets within and outside the lodge.
British Triathlon Federation Membership
You will need to be a BTF member to compete. If you aren't, you must be licensed to race which will be a £6 charge payable when booking your ticket.
FAQs
Will there be a photographer at Escape to Afan?
Yes. A photographer is provided free of charge.
Is there a bag drop area at Escape to Afan?
No there won't be any bag drop area. Please leave your valuables and other belongings in your car.
Can I compete on both days of Escape to Afan?
Sure you can!
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