Thorpe Park Sprint Triathlon Race 1

This a fantastic 750m swim that will start on the other side of the wooden footbridge to the transition area. The first wave will be set off at 7:00am; subsequent waves will go off at 5-10 minute intervals. The route will take competitors out around the yellow buoys before exiting up the bank.

If you get into difficulty, turn on your back and raise one arm; a safety vessel will then escort you to the bank.

If you appear to be struggling in the swim the safety vessel will be able to help you out.

Wetsuits are recommended as they provide buoyancy in the water should you encounter any difficulties. You must wear the swim cap that you were provided with at registration.

The 21km, one loop, route takes the following course out of transition, along the internal service road and onto the public highway and there is a map of the course below.

You must take the utmost care at the roundabouts and check that it is clear before continuing.

You must obey the Highway Code, which is also the Law. Don't take risks to save a few seconds. Please ride on the left and overtake briefly on the right before returning to ride on the left.

Having exited transition competitors will then complete a two lap, 5km course on the tarmac paths that will take athletes through the theme Park before finishing next to the marquee.