'The Endurance Store Ulverston Pool Triathlon' September 8th 2013
The Ulverston triathlon takes place on Sunday September 8th 2013 and is the third event of the NW Epic Triathlon Series. The 400m swim takes place in Ulverston leisure centre and is followed by an undulating, 28k out and back coastal cycle ride . The 6.5k run section gives runners the opportunity to 'turn the tables' on their cycling compatriots. The loop is new for 2013 and is a mixture of road and tow path.
What do I need to enter the event?
1. A bicycle in roadworthy condition (mountainbike, roadracing bike or hybrid). Your bikes will be subjected to a brief check before entering transition, if they are unsafe to ride you will not be allowed to start. Please check headsets, wheels, tyres, brakes, bars etc or get it serviced by your local dealer.
2. A helmet of ANSI standard designed specifically for cycling which fits you well. You will be asked to fasten your helmet upon entering transition and if it is ill fitting you will be asked to adjust or exchange it.
3. You must be medically fit and healthy, epicevents advise that all participants consult their GP before completing any of our events.
4. You must be 16 years of age or above on the date of the event to participate (If you enter a relay team your swimmer can be younger than 16).
5. You must be capable of swimming the 400m distance required for the event.
The swim:
Swimmers start from 9:00am through to 12:00pm based upon ability level and will complete 16 lengths of a 25m pool. There will be 3 people in each lane at any given time and you will either swim clockwise or anti-clockwise. When you enter, your estimated swim time will be used to calculate your swim start time, faster swimmers will start later in the morning and slower swimmers will start earlier. You will be provided with a swim cap and lane counters will ensure that you complete the distance and inform you how many lengths you have completed should you lose count. You should arrive on poolside 15 minutes before your start time for a compulsory competitor briefing
The bike:
The 28k bike course is an undulating out and back which starts at the swimming pool and then follows the coact road the the roundabout at Rampside. From here the route retraces it's steps back to the swimming pool. Your bicycle should be roadworthy and it is compulsory to wear a recognised cycle helmet, this event is non-drafting (you cannot ride directly behind another competitor to shelter from the wind) and you must not ride 2 abreast on the road. The course is not closed to traffic and you should follow the highway code at all times, riding responsibly. There will be adequate signs throughout the cycle course to guide you and there will also be marshals at critical locations. The marshals cannot stop traffic and will not tell you whether it is 'clear to go', it is your repsonsibility to check for traffic.
The run:
The route largely follows tarmac roads but includes canal towpath. Leaving the leisure centre it passes Smith Glaxo Kline to reach the coast at the Bay Horse Hotel. From here the route follows canal towpath before crossing the canal and returning to the swimming pool on road, to finish the event.
The transition:
You climb out of the pool, exit through the fire door at the rear of the building and follow the marked route to the transition area. The path is slippy when wet so please take care when crossing, you may leave an old pair of trainers at the exit from the pool (do not obstruct the door) but all other clothing should be in transition. Leaving cycle helmets and other clothing on poolside is against the rules - you change in the transition area. Collect your bike and walk to the mount line, do not mount your bike until you have reached this point and take care turning onto the road.
At the end of the cycle ride, dismount at or before the dismount line which will be clearly marked on the day and wheel your bike into transition, do not unfasten your helmet until the bike is safely racked. Change into your run clothing and exit transition, following the marshals instructions.
What to do on the day:
On the day you should register an hour before your start time, you will be given an electronic chip which wraps around your ankle, 2 race numbers for rear of your cycle top and front of your run top (number belts allowed) and 2 numbered stickers for your helmet and your bike.
You must show your numbers before racking your bike in the transition area, the racking will be numbered and you should place your bike in the correct position. Once you have placed your cycle and run clothing with your bicycle, all other equipment must be removed from transition area to minimise disruption for other competitors.
There will be a briefing 10 minutes before your swim start on the poolside. Please do not be late for this briefing as it may contain important changes to the event which may affect you.
What happens after the race?
Following the race you should remove your cycle from the transition area but be careful not to impede any other competitors who may still be competing. You will need to show your number to retrieve your bicycle, friends and family members will not be allowed to retrieve bicycles. Refreshments will be available on the day and full results will be available on this website later the same evening.
How will my entry be confirmed?
Solo entry for the Ulverston Triathlon is £30 and team of 3 (one discipline each) is £40. Entry is only available online by following the link below. You will be sent a confirmation via email coupled with appearance of your name on the entry list. If you are able to enter online then places are still available, the ability to enter will be removed when the event is full.
Location and route details:
To view a googlemap link of Ulverston Leisure Centre GO HERE
To view the cycle route GO HERE
To view the run route GO HERE
To view the competitor information pack GO HERE (not yet available)
To view the swim wave start time GO HERE (not yet available)
