When is this event?
Whether you are just starting out in the sport, or an experienced triathlete chasing a PB, this event will give you the chance to push yourself whilst experiencing some of the best views the Cairngorms has to offer.
Join us at Loch Insh Outdoor Centre on Saturday 8thh June 2024!
Registration will be open from 9:30am at Loch Insh Outdoor Centre, giving you plenty of time to set up your transition zone.
Fitnessat58° Founder, Sam Cairns will lead an event brief and warm up on Loch Insh beach at 11:45am, before the race begins at 12pm.
The race will start and finish is at Loch Insh Outdoor Centre. There will be vehicles available for you to leave your belongings during the race.
Car parking will be available at the Kincraig Shinty Pitch, next to the Loch Insh Outdoor Centre, just two minute walk from the car park to registration.
The Speyside Triathlon Distances
1. 500m swim
2. 18km cycle – 70% gravel/forest tracks and 30% road
3. 10km run – 90% gravel/forest tracks and 10% road
What is required?
- Wetsuit (optional but recommended – our partners Tiso have an excellent open water swimming range, check it out in store or online!)
- Mountain bike and helmet. Gravel bikes are also acceptable
- Bike repair kit (optional – please note we cannot accommodate bike repairs along the course)
- Running shoes
- Warm, dry kit for after the race
- Personal snacks, gels and water
What’s included?
- Entry fee
- Warm up with Fitnessat58° Founder, Sam Cairns
- Chip timing and results sent out on the day
- A well deserved medal at the finish
- Photos of the event free of charge
- Full first aid cover
- Enthusiastic marshals to cheer you on
- Water stops along the course
- Prizes for the top three female and male athletes
- An exclusive Speyside Triathlon discount at Loch Insh Outdoor Centre AND Tiso outdoor shop located in Aviemore
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