The Snowman Triathlon & Duathlon

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Sat 31st Jul 2021 . 147 days left to book

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1,000 participants
By Always Aim High Events

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Push your limits with one of the toughest physical challenges in the UK. Great for those looking for that little something extra, the course takes athletes from the waters of Llyn Mymbyr to the summit of Moel Siabod.

C-19 Plan

Always Aim High Events has confirmed that this event will be going ahead as planned on Friday 30th Jul 2021 in accordance with the COVID-19 safety measures. Learn more

How to enter the The Snowman Triathlon & Duathlon

Legend
Triathlon: Swim 1.9km, Bike 92km, Run 21.1km
7:00am Sun 1st Aug 2021
£165
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Standard Triathlon
Triathlon: Swim 1.5km, Bike 69.2km, Run 8.4km
8:30am Sun 1st Aug 2021
£89.95
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Sprint Triathlon
Triathlon: Swim 0.75km, Bike 31km, Run 6.1km
8:00am Sat 31st Jul 2021
£85
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Savage Triathlon
Triathlon: Swim 0.75km, Bike 31km, Run 6.1km
7:00am Sat 31st Jul 2021
£145
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Standard Duathlon
Duathlon: Run 4.2km, Bike 69.2km, Run 8.4km
8:35am Sun 1st Aug 2021
£66.95
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Sprint Duathlon
Duathlon: Run 2.4km, Bike 31km, Run 6km
8:05am Sat 31st Jul 2021
£61.95
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The Snowman Triathlon & Duathlon routes

The races will start from the ground of the scenic Plas y Brenin, The National Mountain Centre.

Competitors will complete the swim in the waters of Llyn Mymbyr in the shadows of the awe-inspiring Snowdon. From here, competitors will complete a series of hill climbs over Snowdonia's mountain passes as they tackle the bike section. As the athletes finish the bike, they will be faced with an incredibly tough mountain run to the summit of Moel Siabod before descending back to Capel Curing.

Throughout this race, there is truly no rest for the wicked.

For the Savage Triathlon, runners will compete in both the Sprint and Standard Triathlon events.

Event Details

What’s Included

Access to the Event Village with food and drink, massage tent and family entertainment
Full route marking
Marshalled course
Refreshment stations
Aid stations
Event photography
Good bag at registration
Pick-up wagons
Live bilingual commentary
Bespoke finisher's medal
Finish line food feast

Raceday Logistics

Registration will take place on Friday and Saturday evening and Saturday and Sunday morning. Final registration timings will be included in your race instructions given 10 days prior to race day.

Saturday

08.00 Sprint Triathlon
08:05 Sprint Duathlon

Sunday

07.00 Legend Triathlon
08.30 Standard Triathlon
08:35 Standard Duathlon

Please arrive at well in advance of your start time in order to warm up and rack your bike if necessary.

Kit List

On the mountain run you MUST carry windproof upper body cover. This is mandatory whatever the weather. You may also be required to carry full bottoms, hat and gloves at the discretion of the organizers on race weekend. You will not be permitted to continue onto the run section if your kit is deemed insufficient.
Competitors are expected to provide their own bike in good working order
Helmets are compulsory

Volunteers

If you would like to find out more about volunteering at this event, please get in touch with: [email protected]

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find my results?

Results will be posted shortly after the race on https://alwaysaimhighevents.com/aahe-results.

Is there a bag drop available?

There is a bag drop service in the Event Village. Runners are advised to bring as little baggage as possible.

How will I know which way to go?

The route will be fully signposted and there will be marshals around the course to help guide you.

How old do I have to be to race?

Competitors must be 18 years old to race.

What is the Savage event?

The Savage event will have participants competing in the Standard event and the Sprint event, one on each day.

Meet the organiser

Always Aim High Events

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Always Aim High Events was founded in 2010 by Tim Lloyd and Nigel 'Kenny' Kendrick. The first event was the now iconic Slateman Triathlon 2011 attracting just over 400 competitors (it now regularly exceeds 1,000), with a vision that included the Snowman and Sandman - the three events which now make up the Adventure Triathlon Series. From that one event we now host 34 all inclusive events over 9 weekends, with many more planned for 2019 and beyond. In 2015 Always Aim High Community Events was set up as a not for profit organisation to help with engaging with and hosting local community events. At Always Aim High we are extremely proud about delivering the UK's ultimate triathlon, cycling, running and swimming challenges in the most beautiful and iconic locations that we can find. From epic mountain, coastal and city triathlons, to breathtaking cycle sportives which cover the length and bredth of Snowdonia, there's something for everyone at Always Aim High Events!