Cardiff Triathlon

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Cardiff
2,000 participants
By Always Aim High Events

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Compete in the shadow of the Wales Millennium Centre with this Triathlon & Duathlon. Perfect for athletes of all stripes, the swim takes you out into the Bay and the cycle along traffic-free roads before culminating with an epic run along the Bay Barrage. Come for the experience of a life time.

C-19 Plan

Always Aim High Events has confirmed that this event will be going ahead as planned on Saturday 26th Jun 2021 in accordance with the COVID-19 safety measures. Learn more

How to enter the Cardiff Triathlon

Olympic
Triathlon: Swim 1.5km, Bike 37km, Run 9km
6:30am Sun 27th Jun 2021
£94.95
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Sprint
Triathlon: Swim 0.75km, Bike 18.5km, Run 4.7km
8:00am Sun 27th Jun 2021
£84.95
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Super Sprint
Triathlon: Swim 0.4km, Bike 9.3km, Run 2.5km
9:00am Sun 27th Jun 2021
£66.95
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ITU Age Group Qualifier & British Championships - Draft Legal
Triathlon: Swim 0.75km, Bike 20.4km, Run 5.2km
10:00am Sun 27th Jun 2021
£84.95
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Cardiff Triathlon routes

The Cardiff Triathlon takes place in the city's scenic bay and is one of the most hotly anticipated events of the year.

Each swim section will take place in the Bay itself, before a quick transition and out onto completely closed, traffic-free roads. Finally, the race will end with a stunning run along the Cardiff Bay Barrage.

There a five separate events:

Olympic Triathlon: Swim 1500m, Bike 37KM, Run 9KM
Sprint Triathlon: Swim 750m, Bike 18.5KM, Run 4.7KM
Super Sprint Triathlon: Swim 400m, Bike 9.3KM, Run 2.5KM
Age Group ITU Qualifier: Swim 750m, Bike 20.5KM, Run 5.2KM

This year's event will also host the British Age Group Sprint Distance Triathlon Championships (Draft Legal) which doubles up as an Age Group ITU Qualifier.

This race gives the opportunity for elite athletes to qualify for the ITU Sprint Distance Triathlon World Championship's in Bermuda, 2022. All entrants must be British Triathlon Members to register.

Cut Off Times

Swim immersion times

Olympic - 50 mins

Sprint - 30 mins

Super Sprint - 20 mins

ITU Qualifier - 30 mins

All mass participation cyclists must be clear of the course by 10.00 am

Event Details

What’s Included

Event Village facilities including toilets
Unique and iconic transition area (Roald Dahl Plass)
Full route marking
Water stations around course
Free pre-event bike check
Mechanical support
Electronic chip timing
Family entertainment
Web results service
Pick-up wagons
Event photography
Emergency support
Event massage
Bespoke medal for all finishers
Fully closed roads (for both bike & run)
LIVE TV coverage on S4C and our jumbo screen at the event village!
Unique swim experience
Live bilingual commentary
Exclusive discounts (at the AAH Store)

Raceday Logistics

Schedule:

0630: Olympic Triathlon (Wave 1)

0800: Sprint Triathlon (Wave 2)

0900: Super Sprint

1000: ITU Qualifiers

Registration can be completed either on Saturday evening or Sunday morning (race day). This will take place outside the Wales Millennium Centre.

Kit List

Wetsuits are mandatory for the swim section
Participants must provide their own bike in good working order
Helmets are mandatory

Spectators

This is a fantastic event for spectators and there are a variety of great vantage points across the bay.

Supporters are integral to making race days the fantastic event which they are and it would be great to see as many of you along as possible.

Volunteers

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there an age limit?

All 10KM and Half Marathon runners must be 17+ on 11/07/2021 and Marathon/Ultra runners must be 18+.

When is registration?

The registration process can be completed on either the Saturday afternoon before the event or the Sunday morning of the race.

Where can I access results?

Race times will be posted live as well as uploaded online after the event.

Do I need to be a BTF affiliated member to compete?

You do not need to be a member, however, those who are not will have to pay a £5 licensing fee on the day. If you are a BTF member, please bring your license with you to registration. All entrants of the ITU Qualifying event must be a BTF member.