Coquet River Sprint Triathlon

The Coquet River Sprint Triathlon will take place on Sunday 23rd July 2023. The race starts at 7:00am with registration open from 6:00am. The swim distance is 750m and there will be up to 4 waves starting at 2 minute intervals with the first wave at 7.00am. The bike ride is a 20km out and back route, with a 5km run to finish. The run will be a 2-lap course, on mixed terrain. There will be chip timing. Tea, coffee and snacks will be provided post race in the yacht club. The event is based at the Coquet Yacht Club, Amble, NE65 OHH. Entries cost £60 for BTF members, £65 for non-BTF members (includes £5 day race license fee). An administration fee will be added to each order by our online entry system partner, Events Up North. An early bird discount of £5 will apply for anyone entering prior to 31st January 2023. The Coquet River Sprint Triathlon is a new event replacing the popular Alnwick Sprint Triathlon. It is organised entirely by volunteers from Alnwick Triathlon Club and the club is very proud to provide an enjoyable event that caters to the complete range of the performance spectrum, newbies & experienced athletes alike. There is limited parking at The Braid, please car share The swim is in the River Coquet which is tidal. Expect the temperature to be similar to the North Sea. Wet suits are very likely to be compulsory and if not, are strongly recommended. The bike leg is on public non-closed roads and the Highway Code takes precedence. In accordance with BTF rules, we will DQ participants guilty of 'breaking road traffic regulations' or 'dangerous conduct or riding'. There will be local guidance clarifying examples of actions that will attract a DQ and this will include: (1) crossing central white lines on a single carriageway road; (2) not signalling when turning right at a roundabout; (3) not being ready to brake when navigating road junctions and roundabouts. The run is on a mixture of grass, track and pavement