Mersea Island Sprint & Olympic Triathlon
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About
Test yourself around the scenic island of Mersea with this mixed-distance Triathlon. Great for first-timers and seasoned pros alike, the swim tracks along the beach and the cycle into the neighbouring village, before a big finish on the sand. Come for your first triathlon in these epic surroundings.
Olympic Triathlon and Sprint Triathlon
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Sun, 19 Jul 2020
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West Mersea, United Kingdom
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Where and when
Location
Victoria Esplanade, West Mersea, Colchester CO5 8BH, UK
Start times
Sunday, 19 Jul 2020
Olympic Triathlon:
11:50 am | Sprint Triathlon:
12:00 pm Event summary
Here are the distances available for Mersea Island Sprint & Olympic Triathlon
Sprint Triathlon
0.75km
20km
5km
£60 - £65
Olympic Triathlon
1.5km
40km
10km
£80 - £85
Route information
Sprint Course:
750m Swim:
Start with a dive/jump off the floating pontoon jetty, situated in the heart of the fishing and sailing waterfront. Competitors then swim 750m along the coast through the moorings to the first beach, Shingle Point, behind the iconic houseboats.
20KM Cycle:
Entrants will be led off the island and over the causeway before cycling around the adjacent village of Peldon.
5KM Run:
The Run has the competitors on roads for the first half before exiting onto the beach for the final 2.5km straight to the finish at Shingle Point, where you can expect to see spectators cheering you on across the line. The run will consist of 50% beach and **50% road.
Olympic Course:
1.5KM Swim:
**Again, competitors will kick-off from the beach, making it ideal for supporters to see. They will take in similar sites to the sprint, but for double the distance.
40KM Cycle:
Entrants will complete the same route as the sprint discipline, before then completing a full lap around the reservoir.
10KM Run:
The run will follow a similar pattern of 50% beach and 50% road, in true Mersea Island Triathlon fashion.
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What's included
- Finisher's t-shirt
- Course marshalled
- Distance marked
- Parking
- Great event facilities
How to get there
Victoria Esplanade, West Mersea, Colchester CO5 8BH, UK
Get full directions**Address: Victora Esplanade, CO5 8BH
Car:** There will be parking available on-site.
Event day logistics
Schedule:
1200: Race Start
Please arrive at least 45 minutes before the start of your race to allow plenty of time to get prepared.
Spectator Info
Located on the central beach, there's plenty of facilities, cafes, toilets and cafes nearby whilst you cheer on your family and friends.
FAQs
Is there parking?
There will be parking available on-site.
Do I need to be experienced?
With an array of distances and disciplines, this event is perfect for those looking to do their first triathlon and veterans of the sport alike.
What do finisher's receive?
Finisher's will receive a great event t-shirt.
Reviews
4.910 reviews
Good for beginners
Well organized
Great parking
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