Salty Sea Dog Triathlon – July

Name: Salty Sea Dog Triathlon – July
Start: 2023-07-07T23:00:00.000Z
End: 2023-07-07T23:00:00.000Z
Location: Southbourne Coast Rd, Bournemouth BH6 4DX, UK
Rating: 4.8

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4.8

Booked 25 times in the last week

About

Go for a dip in the sea and feel exhilarated on a Saturday morning with this well-loved triathlon. A perfect event for novices to try out a triathlon for the first time and great for athletes wanting to keep sharp mid-season.

Sprint and Super Sprint

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7:00am Sat 8th Jul 2023

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Bournemouth, United Kingdom

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4.8
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Where and when

Location

Southbourne Coast Rd, Bournemouth BH6 4DX, UK

Start times

7:00am Sat 8th Jul 2023

Sprint:

7:00am |

Super Sprint:

7:00am

Event summary

Here are the distances available for Salty Sea Dog Triathlon – July

Sprint

0.75km

23.4km

5km

£55

Super Sprint

0.375km

11.7km

2.5km

£45

Route information

Swim

The swim route is a 375m lap that the Super Sprint competitors complete once, and Sprint competitors will take on twice. Swimmers can expect a couple of waves if the surf is up.

Bike

From here, it's a short and steep climb onto the cliff coast road all the way to the turning point at Hengistbury Head and back, totalling 11.7k. Sprint competitors will take it on twice. There is a 10mph speed limit on the promenade.

Run

This completely flat run is a quick and simple out and back along the seafront. In keeping with the other legs, Sprint competitors will complete 2 laps to reach their 5k distance.

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What's included

Medal made from Welsh Slate
Water safety cover
Chip-timed, live results
Water station in transition and on the run course
Toilets

How to get there

Southbourne Coast Rd, Bournemouth BH6 4DX, UK

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Parking

There is parking available at the Overstrand, but please be aware of any fees or resections before attending the event.

By Train

Chichester Station is a comfortable driving distance from the Pier.

Event day logistics

05:15 Transition and registration opens (please do not arrive before this time)

06:50 Registration closes

07:00 Sprint and Super Sprint Triathlons start

10:00 Triathlon cut off

Race Packs

The information pack can be downloaded from the VOTWO website 2 weeks before the race.

Age Restrictions

You must be at least 16 years old to take part.

Wetsuits

Wetsuits are not required however those who swim without one accept the inherent risks involved. Please only choose to not wear a wetsuit if you are an experienced swimmer.

Transition

Transition is in the car park area next to registration.

Team Entry

Both distances can be completed as a team. Each member of the team of 3 will complete a discipline. You must inform the staff at registration that you are a team entry as you will have specific instructions for handing the chip between team members.

Event Rules

As part of the entry system to the event all participants agree to the following:

Triathlon briefings will be held 10 minutes before the start in the swim in area. You must attend the briefing ready to start your triathlon
All cyclists will wear a correctly fitted BS-EN cycle helmet
Cycles must have working front and rear brakes and all equipment must be in good serviceable order
Drafting and riding in groups is not permitted
Whilst cycling on the promenade section between the highway and transition area cyclists must keep their speed to no more than 10mph and maintain a good lookout for other promenade users
All cyclists will adhere to the rules and regulations of the highway code

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FAQs

Are there any age restrictions for the Salty Sea Dog Triathlons – July?

Yes, all participants must be at least 16 years old to take part.

Do I need to wear a wetsuit in the Salty Sea Dog Triathlons – July?

Wetsuits are not required however those who swim without one accept the inherent risks involved. Please only choose to not wear a wetsuit if you are an experienced swimmer.

Is drafting allowed at the Salty Sea Dog Triathlons – July?

No, drafting and cycling in groups is not allowed.

Reviews

4.8

35 reviews

charlotte

4.0

Did the race in 2022

Fabulous race because the sun shone, the sea was calm and clear and the bike and run course are not busy. Transition is too rammed so tricky to manoeuvre in there

sarah

4.7

Did the race in 2022

Race director was brilliant, dropped down to super sprint on the day due to injury, all done in an easy, efficient and friendly manner. Only minor gripe were the mass swim start and trying to fight across people who were doing 2 laps to try and get back to the beach, a staggered start would of been easier and the finish line was a bit of an anticlimax, ran around the corner and didn’t realise I’d actually finished, just someone removing ankle timing chip. A loud speaker with announcer or music would of been nice. Other than that great event, the cycle marshals near the start and finish did a great job in really challenging circumstances, lots of traffic around, but they remained calm and direct us and the cars well. I’m sure we’ll do the event again in the future.

joanne

5.0

Did the race in 2022

Absolutely loved the event! Well done to everyone involved!

jason

5.0

Did the race in 2022

The organisers did an amazing job on top of the normal high standards, due to the hot weather and beach goers they had even more challenges to overcome but you wouldn’t have known it such a great morning competition, another great VOTWO event

jayne

3.7

Did the race in 2022

Swim was very congested with two races starting at the same time. And short distance to first buoy . Cycle dangerous coming back down hill due to car convention ?? Prob not expected. Not clear at turnaround on the run - went to finish instead of round - need a Marshall there. Otherwise really good course !

chris

5.0

Did the race in 2022

It was amazing, will definitely go again next year

charlotte

4.7

Did the race in 2022

I loved this triathlon, great atmosphere, people and course. The only thing I would say was that it would be good to have more stewards on the roundabout and make sure that they're wearing flourescent. There were so many cars going in all directions and I couldn't see a steward for directions through the cars it was very chaotic and almost dangerous! Apart from that it was brilliant!

mark

5.0

Did the race in 2022

My first triathlon and it was brilliant Many thanks

antonia

3.7

Did the race in 2022

Course was lovely except for the chaos on the bike course with all the cars on the hill etc.

emma

4.3

Did the race in 2022

Well organised would do an event hosted by votwo again

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Salty Sea Dog Triathlon – July

Booked 25 times in the last week

Booked 25 times in the last week

Sprint and Super Sprint

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Bournemouth, United Kingdom

4.8
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Salty Sea Dog Triathlon – July

Booked 25 times in the last week

Booked 25 times in the last week

Sprint and Super Sprint

7:00am Sat 8th Jul 2023

Bournemouth, United Kingdom

4.8(35 Reviews)

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7:00am Sat 8th Jul 2023

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4.8
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