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Mumbles Triathlon
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£25.19 - £214.90
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About
The Mumbles Triathlon is a fan favourite event set in the scenic Gower Peninsula. The course is challenging but can be completed by athletes of all abilities. Come for the atmosphere, the challenge and the slipway swim start.
Middle Distance, Sprint Distance and Olympic Distance
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Sat, May 10, 2025
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Mumbles, United Kingdom
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24 community members attending
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Where and when
Location
Mumbles Rd, Mumbles, Swansea SA3 4EL, UK
Start times
Saturday, May 10, 2025
Middle Distance: 7:00 AMSprint Distance: 7:00 AMOlympic Distance: 7:00 AM
Event summary
Here are the distances available for Mumbles Triathlon
Middle Distance
1.9km
90km
21km
£71.60 - £214.90
Sprint Distance
0.75km
32km
5km
£25.19 - £75.55
Olympic Distance
0.95km
42km
10km
£57.24 - £106.92
Route information
There are three distances to choose from, the sprint, Olympic or middle.
The sprint will be a 750m swim, 32k bike and 5k run.
The Olympic will be a 950m swim, 42k Bike and 10k run.
The middle will be a 1.9k swim, 90k bike and 21k run.
Swim
The swim will take an anti-clockwise direction. You will swim around the large orange buoy and then head out across to the second buoy and then back to shore. This will be a 2 lap 950m course for the middle distance, 1 lap 950m for the olympic and a 1 lap 750m course for the sprint distance.
Bike
The bike course will take participants around the Gower peninsula. There will be a feed station which you will pass, it is recommended that you start the course with 2 full bottles on board. Middle distance athletes will take 3 laps of this course, Olympic will be one lap of the middle course and sprint athletes will complete it just once.
Run
For all distances, the run route will be across the bay, providing some beautiful views as you head to the finish. The middle distance will be 4 laps, olympic 2 laps and the sprint will just be 1 out and back lap to the red carpet finish.
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What's included
- Chip-timing
- Marshalled route
- Signed route
- Water stations
- Toilets
- Photography
- Goodies
- Awards
- Red carpet finish
How to get there
Mumbles Rd, Mumbles, Swansea SA3 4EL, UK
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Parking is available at the following car parks:
- Knab Rock Car Park
- Southend Car Park
- Car Park, 35-37 Newton Road
By Car
Directions from the M4
- Leave M4 at Junction 42 – the deceleration lane bends to the left sharply, so be careful!
- Join the A483 and follow it into Swansea; watch your speed (cameras).
- Immediately after crossing the river, turn left. You can join either lane.
- Follow the coast road all the way around the bay into Mumbles village.
- Drive through the village.
- Drive past a mini children’s park on the left.
- Drive past The Pilot Pub on the right.
- Take the next left into Knab Rock car park.
- If you go up a steep hill with the pier down to the left, you’ve just missed it!
Event day logistics
Friday
15:00 - 19:00 Registration open
17:30 Beginners briefing
Saturday
05:00 - 06:20 Registration open
05:30 - 06:30 Transition open
07:00 Swim start - all athletes
08:00 Last swimmer cut-off
12:30 Last Bike cut-off
14:00 Last Run cut-off
14:30 Last athlete home
Registration
Registration will be located in the Mumbles Yacht Club. You must register on your own behalf, you are not allowed to register for somebody else and you must bring photo ID to registration.
At registration, you will receive:
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2 bib numbers
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1 helmet number
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1 bike post number
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1 timing chip
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1 swim hat
Please make sure the timing chip is returned after the event to avoid a £75 charge.
Age Restrictions
Middle - 18+
Olympic - 16+
Sprint - 14+
Beginngers Briefing
If this is your first Triathlon, there will be a Beginners Briefing on Friday at 17:30. Should you have any questions, this will be the opportunity to find the answers.
Race Briefing
The race briefing is mandatory. It will be held at the transition area.
Transition
Transition will be located at Knabb Rock Car Park, Mumbles. You will not be allowed into transition without your race number. It is only open to athletes.
Rules and Regulations
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You must be aged 14 or over to take part in the sprint distance and aged 18 or over to take part in the middle distance
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This is a non-drafting event.
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If you retire from the race you must report to an official, inform them and hand in your timing chip.
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You cannot use any headphones or listening devices at any time.
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You should not litter at any point on the course.
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You must keep your chest covered at all times on the course.
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You must wear a helmet at all times whilst on the bike.
Race Pack
The race pack will be sent out to you one week prior to event day. It will contain further specific and finalised details and information which you will need on the day.
Timing and Race Number
At registration you will be given your timing chip which you must attach to your left ankle for the duration of the event. Race numbers must be displayed on the front during the run and the back during the bike. Failure to display your number could cause you to be penalised or disqualified. Race belts are permitted.
Photography
There will be a number of photographers & videographers out on course. Athlete pictures will be available online from Finisherpix.
Results
You can find your results on our website www.mumblestri.com. The Facebook page will be updated when they are live.
Spectator Info
Spectators are welcome to come out and to support the participants and create an awesome event day atmosphere.
Toilet Facilities
There are public toilets at the start/finish line or at the Mumbles Yacht Club.
Where to Eat
The Mumbles Yacht Club will be open from 6am doing bacon rolls.
Verdi’s will also be open from 10am.
Verdi’s will also be open from 10am.
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