BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Race CONNECTIONS - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://raceconnections.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Race CONNECTIONS REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20170326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20171029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20180325T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20181028T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20190331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20191027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20200329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20201025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20210328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20211031T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20220327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20221030T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Kuala_Lumpur BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0800 TZOFFSETTO:+0800 TZNAME:+08 DTSTART:20170101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240629T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240629T170000 DTSTAMP:20260517T174618 CREATED:20240408T110326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T110329Z UID:10006834-1719648000-1719680400@raceconnections.com SUMMARY:Exclusive Cardiff Bay Open Water Swim DESCRIPTION:AQUASPHERE CARDIFF BAY SWIM 2024\n\n\n\nCardiff Bay is supplied by two rivers to form a 500-acre (2.0 km2) freshwater lake around the former dockland area south of the City Centre. The ‘bay’ was formerly tidal\, with access to the sea limited to a couple of hours on each side of high water\, but now provides 24-hour access through three locks. \n\n\n\nSwimming in the Bay is only allowed when authorised by the Harbour Authority\, so by taking part in this event\, you will join an exclusive group of Cardiff Bay swimmers! \n\n\n\nThis event has been created primarily for triathletes looking to warm up or gain open water experience; however\, it is open to everyone and with four different distances this event has something for all from first-time open water swimmers\, to experienced swimmers looking for a challenge over a longer distance. \n\n\n\nCHOOSE YOUR DISTANCEAQUASPHERE CARDIFF BAY SWIM\n\n\n\n\n400M\n\n\n\n750M\n\n\n\n1900M\n\n\n\n3800M\n\n\n\n\nWHAT’S INCLUDED\n\n\n\nLIVELY EVENT VILLAGE \n\n\n\n\nMusic\, commentary\, shopping\, food and chill out zones.\n\n\n\n\nFAMILY-FRIENDLY VIBES \n\n\n\n\nFamily finishes and plenty to see and do.\n\n\n\n\nLOTS OF SUPPORT \n\n\n\n\nBrilliant marshals\, water safety and rescue boats\n\n\n\n\nSLATE FINISHER MOMENTOS \n\n\n\n\nLocally bought to mark your achievement and provide a lasting\, unique and usable momento\n\n\n\n\nEXCLUSIVE AND ICONIC LOCATION \n\n\n\n\nJoin an exclusive group of Cardiff Bay swimmers\n\n\n\n\nPROFESSIONAL TIMING \n\n\n\n\nChip timing and online results URL:https://raceconnections.com/event/exclusive-cardiff-bay-open-water-swim/ LOCATION:Wales Millennium Centre\, Bute Pl\, Cardiff\, Cardiff Bay CF10 5AL\, UK\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Aquathlon,Open Water Swimming,Swimming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://raceconnections.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Cardiff-Bay-Open-Water-Swim-2024.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Always Aim High Events":MAILTO:info@alwaysaimhighevents.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230802T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230802T235959 DTSTAMP:20260517T174618 CREATED:20230421T095357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230421T095400Z UID:10006759-1690934400-1691020799@raceconnections.com SUMMARY:GO TRI Reading @ Green Park August 2023 - Triathlon DESCRIPTION:GO TRI READING @ Green Park involves a 250m Open Water Swim\, a flat 8km cycle ride (DON’T FORGET YOUR HELMET!)\, and a 2km run/jog/walk to the finish.  The cost of taking part is just £22.95. \n\n\n\nAll abilities are welcome\, and our friendly team will be on hand to offer all the advice you need for a safe and fun event. \n\n\n\nOn the morning of the event\, registration opens at 5:30 pm at 100 Longwater Avenue\, Green Park\, Reading\, Berkshire\, RG2 6GP\, and GO TRI starts at 6:30 pm. \n\n\n\nWhat you’ll need\n\n\n\nGeneral kit list:\n\n\n\n\nTrainers\n\n\n\nShorts/Leggings\n\n\n\nT-Shirt or top\n\n\n\nWater bottle\n\n\n\nTowel\n\n\n\n\nSwimming:\n\n\n\n\n1 or 2-piece costume for ladies\n\n\n\nTrunks or shorts for men\n\n\n\nA wetsuit if your swim is open water\n\n\n\nDon’t forget your goggles!\n\n\n\n\nBiking:\n\n\n\n\nBike* (any bike will do)\n\n\n\nHelmet\n\n\n\n* If this GO TRI activity uses spin bikes\, you don’t need to bring your own bike *\n\n\n\n\nRunning:\n\n\n\n\nAll you need is a pair of trainers.\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details:\n\n\n\nWHEN\nWednesday 02 August 2023\n\n\nWHERE\nGreen Park Conference Centre\, Green Park\, 100 Longwater Avenue\, Reading RG2 6GP\n\n\nPRICE\n£22.95\n\n\nLEVEL\nChallenger\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDiscipline:\n\n\n\n\n8km- Bike\n2km- Run\n250m- Swim URL:https://raceconnections.com/event/go-tri-reading-green-park-august-2023-triathlon/ LOCATION:Green Park Conference Centre\, Green Park\, 100 Longwater Avenue\, Reading RG2 6GP\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Cycling,Running,Swimming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://raceconnections.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/GO-TRI-Reading-@-Green-Park-August-2023-Triathlon.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230513 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230515 DTSTAMP:20260517T174618 CREATED:20230206T134432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230206T134432Z UID:10006732-1683936000-1684108799@raceconnections.com SUMMARY:Eton Sprints Weekend 2023 DESCRIPTION:Eton Sprints Weekend| Saturday 13 & Sunday 14 May 2023\nThe Eton Sprints are the traditional start of the triathlon season\, welcoming competitors and supporters to Dorney Lake annually every May. The core distance options available are usually Sprint and SuperSprint. It’s the first of three events in the Dorney Lake series\, followed by Banana (1 July 2023) and Season Finale (17 September 2023). The series is organised by Human Race\, who have over 30 years of experience in putting on high-quality\, enjoyable\, and safe triathlon events. \nWhere is the event?\nDorney Lake in Eton\, just to the west of London\, is the ideal setting for a triathlon. The 2012 London Olympic venue attracts thousands of triathletes a year with it’s clear\, calm\, clean water to swim in and flat\, car-free bike and run course. \nWhen is the event?\nEton Sprints 2023 takes place on Saturday 13th\, and Sunday 14th May. \nDistances\n  \nEvent Registration\nREGISTRATION MARQUEE OPEN FROM 07:15 \nRegister and collect your race pack\, which has the following: \n\nRace numbers to be pinned to your front or on a race belt so you can easily switch it from rear for the bike course to the front for the run course\nNumbered wristband for transition entrance/exit. This will be removed by our crew when you leave transition with your bike and kit for the last time.\nSticky numbers for the front of your helmet and bike\nTiming Chip – Velcro strap needs to be collected before leaving the registration marquee\n\nTo collect your event pack\, you MUST show a photo ID and your registration QR code. Please ensure you have registered a minimum of 1 hour before your wave. Please attach all numbers before entering the transition. Bikes are racked by wave. \nElectronic Timing\nYour electronic timing chip should be securely fastened to your left ankle. To attach\, fasten the Velcro thread around your ankle. Once attached\, please DON’T remove it until you have completed your Triathlon. We will endeavour to provide all timing splits\, but this is not guaranteed. Lost chip charge is £35\, so secure it well. We will collect it at the finish line. \nPLEASE NOTE: Only competitors are allowed in the transition area. You will be given a security-numbered wristband attached at registration. This wristband allows access in/out of the transition area and may only be removed by crew checking your equipment on final departure from Transition. \nCOURSE INFO\n\nON COURSE HYDRATION: There will be one drinks station at the half-way point of the run course. All athletes should be self-sufficient and bring water / drinks with them for both your bike and run sections.\n\nFINISH LINE: The finish line will be self-service – please collect your Medal\, Water\, SIS product and Erdinger Alkoholfrei from the tables keeping your distance from others. Please collect your bike and equipment from transition promptly to enable crew to clean the racking prior to subsequent waves using it. \nEVENT RULES\n\nNo mobile phones\, personal stereos\, MP3 players or iPods to be used in Transition or during the event itself at any time.\nIt is forbidden to mark your position in Transition.\nYour cycle helmet is to be on and fastened before you touch your bike and remain on and done up until after your bike is racked.\nIt is forbidden to cycle in Transition.\nDisc brakes are allowed in triathlons and duathlons.\nDrafting* is forbidden on the bike.\n\nFor more information and the latest rules\, visit the BTF Website.\n*Drafting is cycling too closely behind another cyclist and gaining an advantage. The drafting zone is 10m\, so keep at least 10m behind the cyclist in front unless you are overtaking over a 20 second period. URL:https://raceconnections.com/event/eton-sprints-weekend/ LOCATION:Dorney Lake Off Court Ln\, Lake End Rd\, Windsor SL4 6FJ CATEGORIES:Cycling,Running,Swimming,Triathlon ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://raceconnections.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Eton-Sprints-banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190526 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190527 DTSTAMP:20260517T174618 CREATED:20181108T051617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190601T061930Z UID:10004775-1558828800-1558915199@raceconnections.com SUMMARY:The Forestman & Boskman Triathlons 2019 DESCRIPTION:Triathlons Events in UK 2019\nForestman and Boskman Results \n[pdf-embedder url=”https://raceconnections.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/FORESTMAN-FULL-RESULTS-2019.pdf” title=”FORESTMAN FULL RESULTS 2019″] \nThe ForestMan Iron and Middle Distance\, and BoskMan Long Distance Triathlons will have Race HQ\, transitions and the finish line at Moyles Court School\, in Ringwood\, Hampshire. \nThe swims will be in Ellingham Lake which boasts some of the best swimming conditions and water clarity in the UK\, with the cycle routes incorporating scenic New Forest lanes and two ascents of the beautiful Boldrewood Ornamental Drive. \nThe runs start and finish on quiet roads but the main section will be out and back laps of the traditional undulating route along Hampton Ridge. Less demanding\, probably\, than the original ForestMan route….but hey\, we’re all a few years older now! Boskman and Middle Distance athletes will do ‘just’ one out and back lap before heading back to the finish. \nDISTANCES\n3.8 km swim & T-run 1.6 km\, 180 km Cycle\, 42.2 km Run\n2.5 km swim & T-run 1.6 km\, 120 km Cycle\, 21 km Run\n1.4 km swim & T-run 1.6 km\, 90 km Cycle\, 21 km Run \nForestman Swim \nForestman 2019 bike course \nForestman Run course URL:https://raceconnections.com/event/forestman-boskman-triathlons-2019/ LOCATION:Ringwood\, pin Moyles Court\, Ringwood\, Hampshire\, BH24 3\,\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Triathlon ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://raceconnections.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/THE-FORESTMAN-BOSKMAN-TRIATHLONS.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Racenewforest":MAILTO:jriles@racenewforest.co.uk GEO:50.875836;-1.771263 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Ringwood pin Moyles Court Ringwood Hampshire BH24 3 United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=pin Moyles Court\, Ringwood:geo:-1.771263,50.875836 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190518T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190518T153000 DTSTAMP:20260517T174618 CREATED:20181121T043335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181121T043335Z UID:10004788-1558180800-1558193400@raceconnections.com SUMMARY:The Greater Manchester Swim 2019 DESCRIPTION:Greater Manchester Swim 2019\nThe GREATER MANCHESTER SWIM! is perfect for people wanting to experience the brilliant sport of open water swimming. Held at our iconic MediaCityUK venue it’s one of the only venues in the UK where spectators are able to walk directly around the swim course and closely follow their swimmers to cheer them around. The friendly atmosphere and keen competition provides a great experience. Make a family day of it too and enjoy all the facilities that the booming MediaCityUK area has to offer! \nYou’ll be swimming on accurately measured courses within the superb water-quality tested Dock 9 (Lowry Theatre Dock) and supported by an excellent water safety team. Perfectomundo! \nTo ensure that you get speedy\, accurate swim times chip timing is provided with each swimmer needing to wear it on their ankle. Although there will a ‘deep water’ start you will need to climb up the finish ramp and pass through the finish arch / timing mat at the end of your swim to record your time. \nMedals and goody bags will be provided to all participants with trophies posted to the top three adult (16+) female and male swimmers in the one and three mile distances. There will also a trophy for the top girl and boy (12-15 years) in the one mile race distance. \nNote that\, as the 500m is a ‘participation’ distance designed to provide a challenge to open water ‘newbies’\, there will be no trophies provided for this distance but medals and goody bags supplied only. \nFurther information on the race course / important health and safety information will provided at the race briefing on Dockside 10 minutes prior to each swim. Timing chips and race caps will be distributed at race registration. \nLastly; There will be no posted race packs\, swim caps or timing chips. Information will be updated on this webpage and emailed out in the week prior to the event with timing chips and caps provided on the day. \nDistances\n500m\,1 mile\, 3 miles \nEvent Timing \nAll swimmers will be provided with race chip and swim cap at registration on the day. See final registration and swim start times below.\nRegistration opens for all swimmers at Dock 9 Uswim Tent (Lowry Dock) from 10.30-12.30pm. \nSWIM START TIMES \nWAVE ONE – 500m / 3 mile; SWIM START 12noon (Briefing; 11.50am) \nWAVE TWO – Sub :30 min 1 mile; SWIM START – 1.00pm (Briefing; 12.50pm) \nWAVE THREE – 30-40min 1 mile; SWIM START – 1.20pm ( Briefing; 1.10pm) \nWAVE FOUR – 40-50min & 50+ mins 1 mile; SWIM START – 1.40pm (Briefing; 1.20pm) \nCUT OFF TIME (ALL SWIMMERS) 3.30pm \nPrices \n500m: £20.00. 1 mile: £35.00 . 3 mile: £45.00 \n12-15yrs – 500m: £10.00. 1 mile: £15.00 \nEquipments \nSwim Caps / Timing Chips\nThese will be provided at registration on the day. \nWetsuits\nSuits are available for hire on the day at £10 with a £20 returnable deposit. Please contact sales@uswimopenwater.com to reserve a suit. URL:https://raceconnections.com/event/greater-manchester-swim-2019/ LOCATION:Salford Quays\,\, Manchester\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Swimming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://raceconnections.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/GREATER-MANCHESTER-SWIM-2019-Race-Connections.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Uswim OpenWater":MAILTO:info@uswimopenwater.com GEO:53.4807593;-2.2426305 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20190421T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20190421T140000 DTSTAMP:20260517T174618 CREATED:20190319T041702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190319T042002Z UID:10004863-1555830000-1555855200@raceconnections.com SUMMARY:Putrajaya Half Marathon Swim 2019 DESCRIPTION:Half Marathon Swim 2019\nRegistration period: Open: Mar 4\, 2019 Closed: Apr 4. 2019 or upon reaching the limit(whichever comes first). \nRace date: 21th Apr\, Sunday \nRace Events:\n380M – Sea Angels – Start/End at Kelab Tasik\n5000m* – One way swim from Komplek Sukan Air to Kelab Tasik \n*Merit distance is a distance which top 10 swimmers male & female for each group age will attain points and ranked into MOWS swimmers ranking. \nParticipant’s Entitlement: Swimming Cap (re-using encouraged)\, Finisher Medal\, MOWS winner’s Medal & Trophies\, post-race light meal\, Event E-cert \n \nQualification: a minimum of 1 time OWS experiences for the past 12 months. Any triathlon\,Ironman\, swimathon events\, or monthly Swimon workshop/trainings can be counted. Contact race director for further query or justification. Click here to check swimon OWS training schedule in Dec and coming January. \nRegistration and award ceremony to be taken place at Kelab Tasik Putrajaya (finishing). A transport is provided FOC from Kelab Tasik to the starting area (Komplek Sukan Air – KOSA)\, one way. \nIn-water start/finish: This event features in-water start and in-water finish. \nCut off : 3 hr ( 5km) and 15 min ( 380m Sea Angel) \nSafety: The course is patrolled by safety crafts and life guards. Participants should be adequately trained for open water swims of this length. All swimmers must wear the provided swim cap. Wearing safety buoy is mandatory. Swimming safety buoy could be rented or purchased at the site. \nAwards (MOWS winners medal – Gold\, Silver\, Bronze) & Trophies: \n380m kids. 1st\,2nd\,3rd every age group male and female. Overall 1st Male and Female\n5000m. 1st\,2nd\,3rd every age group male and female. Overall 1st Male and Female\nRace result: The winners time in each category will be published immediately onsite but the rest will be provided within 24 hours via http://www.malaysiaopenwaterswimming.com \nEntry Fee (inclusive of personal insurance \, rm20\,000 of life coverage and rm2000 hospitalization) URL:https://raceconnections.com/event/putrajaya-half-marathon-swim-2019/ LOCATION:Kelab Tasik Putrajaya\, 2\, Jalan P8\, Presint 8\,\, Putrajaya\, Wilayah Persekutuan Putrajaya\, 62250\, Malaysia CATEGORIES:Children (up to 12),Junior (13-19),Swimming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://raceconnections.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Putrajaya-Half-Marathon-Swim-2019-Race-Connections.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Swimon":MAILTO:info@malaysiaopenwaterswimming.com GEO:2.9398469;101.6878964 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Kelab Tasik Putrajaya 2 Jalan P8 Presint 8 Putrajaya Wilayah Persekutuan Putrajaya 62250 Malaysia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2\, Jalan P8\, Presint 8\,:geo:101.6878964,2.9398469 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181231T063000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181231T110000 DTSTAMP:20260517T174618 CREATED:20181017T044124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181225T031504Z UID:10004767-1546237800-1546254000@raceconnections.com SUMMARY:The Hogmanay Triathlon DESCRIPTION:Hogmanay Triathlon Event\nThis Triathlon event in the magnificent North East\, Hetton Le Hole which includes the excitement of racing on an undulating bike course\, with transition at the swimming pool at Hetton Leisure Centre. The run takes you on a looped course\, one lap depending on the distance\, around Hetton. \nFinal Race Instructions and General Information \nDirections\nThe event HQ is located at the venue in reception. \nCar Parking\nYou will be directed to the car park parking which is to the rear of the leisure centre. The car park will remain closed during the cycle section of the event. \nRegistration\nRegistration will be in the reception as the swimming pool. \nAt registration you will be given your event pack\, as well as your race number placed on your left calf. BTF members must show their membership cards (without this you will be charged £5.00 for a day licence). You will be issued with a race number and you will also have your race number written on your left calf. Your race number must be displayed at the back on the bike section and at the front on the run section. You will also receive two numbered stickers: one for your bike and one for the front of your helmet. \nThere will be a notice board at registration. This will have a copy of the risk assessments\, BTF rule book and Race Permit permanently on display. It will also be used to display information such as water temperature\, general announcements and rule violations. \nDetails: \nEntry Fees\nSprint £30.00\nNovice £28.00 \nNon BTF members +£5 \nNB: One day license only applies if you are a non BTF member \nLast Entries: Last online entry date Wednesday 27th December at 11.00pm. Entries will be taken on the day at an additional cost of £5.00\, if not otherwise sold out. \nRace Licenses: Race licenses are required otherwise a £5 day license will be charged \nMinimum age:17 years on 31st December 2017. \nTimetable\n6.00am \nRegistration and Transition opens\n6.45am \nRace Briefing\n7.10am\nWave 1 off\n10.30 am\nPrize giving in reception. \nPreparing for Transition\nBikes can only be racked on race morning. After registering you will be directed to Transition where you will leave your bike\, cycle kit and running gear. Competitors will have their own numbered racking area corresponding to their race number. It is recommended that you ‘walk through’ & familiarise yourself with the routes to/from your bike from/to the entrances and exits of transition prior to starting the race. Remember to leave your bike in a low enough gear\, ready for the cycle section. There is no cycling in transition: mount/dismount your bike at the mount/dismount points. You bike racking area must not be marked with towels\, balloons\, powder\, etc as these will be removed. \nTransition will remain open to competitors throughout the day. It is a secure area patrolled by marshals. Competitors may enter and leave the area by the signed entry/exit only. You will be required to verify your identification i.e. race number\, with those on the gate. No one other than competitors or race officials will be permitted into the transition area at any time. \nIt is your responsibility to ensure that your bike is in safe road-worthy condition\, before entering transition. Any bike that is considered unsafe or hazardous to the rider or other competitors will not be allowed into transition. All handlebar ends must be plugged. Remember to check there are no punctures or flats the day before the race and before leaving for the event and ensure your helmet is securely fitting. \nRace Briefing\nYou must be changed and ready for your swim race briefing in front of transition at the specified time. You will have a separate briefing by the Swim Director on poolside. \nTransition Area\nThe transition area is located to the rear of the swimming pool in the car park (this will be closed for oncoming cars). \nNB: There will be a dry and warm transition area for clothing weather dependent. \nSwim Section\nAccording to British Triathlon rules the pool must be tested regularly for water quality. The final test will be done prior to the event and results will be posted up at registration. In the unfortunate event of chlorine levels being above the appropriate limit for safe swimming in this section of the event this discipline will be abandoned in favour of a duathlon. We regret that in this case no refunds can be offered. Historically all previous water tests have been well below these limits. \nThe temperature of the pool will be taken one hour before the event and will also be posted up at registration. If the temperature of the pool exceeds the appropriate level then the distances will be reduced. \nBike Course (1 Lap)\nThe bike course is a total of 12.2 miles (20.3K) following an undulating route leaving the swimming pool taking a right hand turn onto Dog Row and then joining the Quay. At the next turning it is another right hand turn onto the B1284. You proceed up the uphill passed the school taking the next left had turn onto Hazard Lane. You then proceed on this route joining Robyn lane for 1.85miles where you join the A690. You stay on the A690 for a total of 550 metres where you run left off it heading towards Pittington. You then proceed on Pittington Lane for 0.80 miles and then turn left in Low Pittington onto Coalford Lane heading towards High Pittington. You continue on Coadford Lane through Littletown joining the B1283 for 5.5 miles until you join Salters Lane signposted Haswell. You take the left hand turn and head. You stay on Salters Lane for 2.5 miles and then turn left on the A182 signposted Hetton. You then continue on this road for 1.6 miles coming into Hetton where you turn left then right back into the sports centre. \nNovice Bike Course (1 Lap)\nThe bike course is a total of 8 miles (13.3 K) following an undulating route leaving the swimming pool taking a right hand turn onto Dog Row and then joining the Quay. At the next turning it is another right hand turn onto the B1284. You proceed up the uphill passed the school taking the next left had turn onto Hazard Lane. You then proceed on this route joining Robyn lane for 1.85miles where you join the A690. You stay on the A690 for a total of 550 metres where you run left off it heading towards Pittington. You then proceed on Pittington Lane for 0.80 miles and then turn left in Low Pittington onto Elemore St and then Elemore Lane. You stay on Elemore Lane for 2 miles then join the A182 heading at Easington Lane and then head towards Hetton. You stay on the A182 coming into Hetton and turn left at the crossing and then right back into the sports centre. \nDrafting\nDrafting on the bike section is illegal. This is when a competitor gains an advantage by cycling in the slip-stream of the cyclist in front. Competitors should ride a minimum of 10m behind the cyclist in front\, except when overtaking. If overtaking is not completed within 15 seconds the overtaking cyclist must drop back. Static marshals will check that all competitors comply with the drafting rule. \nIn order to monitor drafting our bike director will tour the bike route in an estate car. The legal distance you should be behind the rider in front is approximately the length of an estate car. Additionally there will be static marshals on course monitoring drafting. \nTransition (T2)\nYou will safely dismount your bike before the dismount line and wheel your bike into T2. Here you will rack your bike\, remove your helmet and change into your running gear\, ensuring your race number is visible at the front. \nRun routes \nSprint distance\nThe running route is 3.2 miles (5.2K) on a fairly course on pathways following a circular route from the sports centre. Out of transition runners then proceed adjacent to the A182 on a pathway for 1.13 miles. \nYou the turn left on the B1260 (Gillas Lane W) for 0.50 miles. At the roundabout you then turn left onto the B1284 (North Rd) for 1.3 miles. You then turn left passed the school onto the Quay\, Dog Row and then Park View heading back towards the Sports Centre. \nNovice distance (1 lap)\nThe running route is 1.2 miles (1.9K) on a flat course on pathways following a route from the sports centre. Out of transition runners then proceed adjacent to the A182 on a pathway for ½ a mile. You then head down into the park turning left. At the bottom of the bank you stay on the path heading left. Running through the park sticking to the path you are heading back towards the sports centre. At 1 mile you head up the bank and finish under the gantry at the front of the sports centre. \nRefreshments Stations\nThere will be 2 refreshments stations on course where fluid will be available: \nRefreshments station 1: At the 1 mile point on the run \nYou may bring additional filled bike bottles which will be stored at this refreshment station for a quick change of bottle during your bike section. You should place this bottle in the labelled box in transition when you rack your bike. A marshal will transport the box of bottles to the refreshments station ready for your bike section. This bottle should be easily recognisable. Please note we cannot guarantee the safety or security of your bottle. Your empties will be taken back to transition for collection at the end of your race. \nRefreshments station 2: At the Finish. Medical supplies will be available here too. \nCut-off Times\nAs it is our intention to encourage all participants to complete their challenge there are no enforced cut off times for the event. However\, after the following times the medical director\, referee and safety officer will assess the ability of the competitor to complete the course and it may be necessary to remove the competitor in the interests of their health and safety and for the sanity of our marshals. \nPrize Presentations\nPrize giving will take place at the Finish area in front of the pavilion in the afternoon once most competitors have completed their event\, which is expected to be about 11.00m. There will be trophies for male and female age category winners (1st places only) and overall 1st\, 2nd and 3rd prize winners in each of the 3 distances. If you are expecting a trophy you must be present at the presentations to receive your trophy. \nRace Appeals Process\nAn appeal is a request for a review of a decision made by an official. Appeals cannot be made against judgment calls [made] by officials. Judgment calls include\, but are not limited to: drafting\, dangerous riding and unsporting conduct. \nAppeals must be made in writing to the race official. The time for a competitor or official team representative to file an appeal is no later than 15 minutes after his or her finishing time or the posting of the infraction\, whichever is the later; however\, the intention to write an appeal has to be announced within five minutes of his or her finishing time or posting of infraction. After this deadline only announced protest will be admitted. A fee of £30 will be charged\, which is refundable if the appeal is upheld. \nWithdrawal from the Race\nIf you withdraw from the event at any stage before the finish\, please inform an event marshal. This is for your own safety\, and to save us from searching for you out on the course. If you cannot complete a stage\, but wish to continue with the other disciplines in the event\, you may do so\, but you will be disqualified from overall results. You must inform an event marshal of this as soon as you are able to do so\, and don’t forget to return your chip at the finish enclosure \nSpectator Viewing\nStart and Finish area at the school to cheer on their competitors as they run past the finish at each run lap and at the end of their race. \nSpectators are welcome to line the roadside to cheer passing cyclists but should not offer any form of assistance to the riders such as offering drinks bottles or assisting with mechanical problems. \nNudity\nCompetitors who are publically nude at any point of the race risk disqualification. For more details see the BTF Rules & Regulations. Please familiarise yourself with these. They are available to view on the BTF website: http://www.britishtriathion.org \nToilets\nToilet facilities are available at the visitor’s reception. There are also toilet\, accessible toilet\, shower and changing facilities in the Sports Centre\, on the approach to the Finish area\, and at the Pavilion\, just past the Finish Area. These facilities may be used by the runners. \nFirst Aid\nFirst aid will be available on site. If anyone is in need of medical attention they should inform the nearest event marshal who will contact the Medical Director \nAbuse to Officials\nAny competitor who is abusive to a race official risks being disqualified. \nPre Race training\nWe regret that free access to the lake or grounds is not available to competitors prior to race day \nResponsibilities\nThe organiser cannot be held responsible for competitors’ or spectators’ property lost\, stolen or damaged before\, during or after this event. \nAnd Finally ….\nWe hope that you enjoy the event and we look forward to seeing you again soon. URL:https://raceconnections.com/event/hogmanay-triathlon-event-uk/ LOCATION:Hetton Swimming Pool/ Centre\, Bernard Park\, Hetton Le Hole\, DH5 9LZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Triathlon ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://raceconnections.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/The-Hogmanay-Triathlon-UK-Race-Connections-.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Get Set North Events":MAILTO:info@getsetnorth.org GEO:54.8214619;-1.4541303 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hetton Swimming Pool/ Centre Bernard Park Hetton Le Hole DH5 9LZ United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Bernard Park\, Hetton Le Hole:geo:-1.4541303,54.8214619 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20181216T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20181216T090000 DTSTAMP:20260517T174618 CREATED:20181202T124622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181216T071550Z UID:10004794-1544941800-1544950800@raceconnections.com SUMMARY:Perak Triathlon Association Aquathlon DESCRIPTION:  \nThis is a multisport training & race simulation event organised by the Perak Triathlon Association in Ipoh Malaysia. Standard Charges of RM10.00 apply for the use of the Swimming Pool & Life Guards provided by the Ipoh City Council. \n  \nThere will be 2 categories for this race simulation training: \n\nCategory 1  Age 13 – 18 – 800m Swim & 3.0km Run.\nCategory 2  Under 12 (Born on 2006 and after) – 400m Swim & 1.5km Run\n\n  \n\nPlease make payment upon check in.\nPlease arrive by 6.30am\nStart time:  7.00am\nStart type: Released after 10 to 15 seconds.\n\n  \nUsers must be logged in / registered to sign up (RSVP). \n  \n \n \n  \n  \n \nRace Results & Report URL:https://raceconnections.com/event/perak-triathlon-association-aquathlon-training/ LOCATION:Swimming Pool Complex Ipoh City Council\, 14\, Jalan Ghazali Jawi\, Taman Ipoh\, Ipoh\, Perak\, 31400\, Malaysia CATEGORIES:Aquathlon,Duathlon,Triathlon ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://raceconnections.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/10806259_1538466816393438_8834115492181571264_n.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Perak Triathlon Association":MAILTO:PERAKTRIATHLON@GMAIL.COM GEO:4.609635;101.0997692 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Swimming Pool Complex Ipoh City Council 14 Jalan Ghazali Jawi Taman Ipoh Ipoh Perak 31400 Malaysia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=14\, Jalan Ghazali Jawi\, Taman Ipoh:geo:101.0997692,4.609635 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180811T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180811T193000 DTSTAMP:20260517T174618 CREATED:20180508T030335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180508T040343Z UID:10004705-1534003200-1534015800@raceconnections.com SUMMARY:St Michaels Mount Swim 2018 DESCRIPTION:St Michaels Mount Swim 2018 \nThe Chestnut Appeal for Prostate Cancer’s annual one and a half mile swim around the spectacular St Michaels Mount will take place on Saturday 11th August 2018 at 16.00. \nThe St Michaels Mount swim starts on the beach at Marazion where swimmers will set off for the Mount over the causeway swimming through clear waters around the Mount before making a course back to the beach to cheers from friends and family and a welcome pasty. \nDavid Squires\, Events Manager at the Chestnut Appeal said “The swim can be quite challenging and we ask that all those who take part can complete the distance in a pool and have experience of Open Water Swimming.” \n “Its such a fantastic event in a stunning location and the event attracts people from all corners of the UK to take part.” said David Squires \nA recent fundraising campaign has meant that the Chestnut Appeal is now able to provide the very latest in equipment for faster diagnosis of prostate cancer now in place at Derriford Hospital in Plymouth. \nAt a cost of £105\,000 the Ultrasound – MRI Fusion Scanner for Targeted Diagnosis of Prostate Cancer is the first of its kind in the region. The Chestnut Appeal hope that soon they can announce the arrival of a second Scanner in the East of the region and it is their aim and with the support of the public to install others in Torbay and Truro as and when funds allow. \nThe St Michaels Mount swim will be fully supported by the team from Event Water Safety. Event Water Safety provide the necessary expertise and craft and have covered all the Chestnut Appeal’s charity swims since 2011. EWS provide safety at some of the UK’s biggest swims including the Dart 10k and Bournemouth Pier to Pier. \nRegistration for the swim is £35. Your entry fee covers the cost of organising the event\, but it’s the money you raise that helps Prostate Cancer patients and their families\, so we ask all our St Michaels Mount Swimmers set themselves a Sponsorship target of at least £75.\nThis will be our fifth swim around the mount and it’s a swim that has helped us raise our profile in Cornwall and has seen us attract new supporters. So if you fancy a new challenge and at the same time raise money to help men with prostate cancer in the region then why not register today. \nEntry to the St Michaels Mount Swim includes; a medal on completion of the swim\, full water safety support from Event Water Safety\, an event swim cap\, water and an end of swim pasty. \nThe Chestnut Appeal for Prostate Cancer is a charity that supports men with Prostate Cancer and their families across Devon and Cornwall. \nSt. Michaels Mount\, home to the St. Aubyn family is managed by the National Trust and a beautiful place to visit. At low tide\, it is possible to walk across the causeway to the mount. URL:https://raceconnections.com/event/st-michaels-mount-swim-2018/ LOCATION:Marazion Beach\, S W Coast Path\, Marazion\, Cornwall\, TR17 0EQ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Swimming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://raceconnections.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/St-Michaels-Mount-Swim-2018-Race-Connections.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Chestnut Appe":MAILTO:chestnut.events@nhs.net GEO:50.1244395;-5.4768592 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Marazion Beach S W Coast Path Marazion Cornwall TR17 0EQ United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=S W Coast Path\, Marazion:geo:-5.4768592,50.1244395 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180805T050000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180805T120000 DTSTAMP:20260517T174618 CREATED:20180426T045427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180426T060642Z UID:10004698-1533445200-1533470400@raceconnections.com SUMMARY:The Thames Marathon - Long Distance Swimming Event DESCRIPTION:Long Distance Swimming Event\nThe Thames Marathon\, now in its 8th year\, is a 14km long-distance challenge swim from Henley-on-Thames to Marlow. It covers a beautiful stretch of the Thames and has become one of open water swimming’s most prestigious marathon swims. The swim is split into 4 sections. Swimmers will be required to exit the water at the 3 locks – Hambledon at 4k\, Hurley at 10k and Temple at 11.8k – where food and drink will be available. \nWhere does the swim start and finish?\nIn 2018 the Thames Marathon 14km swim will start at The Leander club\, Henley and finish at Higginson Park\, Marlow. \nWhere should I park for the event?\nThe official car parking will be in Henley\, at Wargrave Meadows\, Wargrave Rd. From here you will take the short walk to the start venue at Leander club. After you have finished your swim and had some food and collected your finisher medal\, we will transport you back to Henley. Supporters will be able to pay on the day to use the coach service. \nIs there other parking in Henley?\nYes\, there are plenty of public car parks in Henley and they are free on Sundays. The return coach will only drop off at the official car park. \nThames Marathon – Long Distance Swimming Event \nHow will my bag get to the end?\nWe will transport one small bag (3-4kg) for each swimmer. We will tag your bag for identification purposes\, and have it waiting for you at the finish area. We try and be careful but accidents do happen -please don’t use your best bag as we can’t be held responsible for any damage suffered in transit. \nCan I swim in a team with a group of friends?\nAbsolutely\, in fact we encourage it. The more people who swim together and look out for each other\, the safer the event is. If you wish to swim with friends\, please make sure that you all enter the same wave. \nWill I be able to wear a tow float?\nIn 2018 all swimmers will be required to use a tow float and are advised to get used to swimming with one before the event. Selkie Swim Co have some available. \nHow will you ensure that those who want to do solo swims are able to do so safely?\nWe have a fully approved safety plan that ensures coverage across the full course throughout the event. In addition ALL swimmers will be required to use a tow-float at the 2018 event. \nCan I swim non – wetsuit?\nWe do have a small number of non-wetsuit places available. . This is to minimise the risk to our safety plan. Wetsuits are important for retaining heat and providing buoyancy. If you would like a non-wetsuit place your application will be assessed by the events team for approval. Our decision is final on wetsuits and no discussion can be entered into. We advise swimmers to be prepared to wear a wetsuit if asked\, on the day. \nNon-wetsuit places have now been allocated for 2018 and a waiting list is in operation \nHow many feed stops will there be ?\nThere will be 3 feed stops in 2018 – one at each lock: Hambleden (4km)\, Hurley (10km) and Temple (11.8km) \nWhat food will be available at the feed stops?\nWe will provide a bit of everything\, including bananas\, energy bars\, energy drinks\, water\, some chocolate\, sweets\, and some salty snacks. A couple of the stops will also have hot drinks. \nHow will the start work?\nThe pink wave\, for faster swimmers that wish to race against the clock\, will go off first. The remaining waves will go off at 20 minute intervals (timetable subject to change). \nHow should I choose which wave to enter?\nFaster swimmers that wish to swim against the clock\, and have a 1500m pool time of 25 minutes or less should select the pink wave. \nOther swimmers should select either the blue or the green wave. In 2018 both of these waves will be of mixed ability. If you wish to swim with a group\, make sure you all select the same wave. The BLUE WAVE is now SOLD OUT. If you are not a pink wave swimmer\, please select the green wave. \nThe first (pink) wave will set off at 7am\, with approximately 20 minutes in between the waves. These timings are provisional and are subject to change. \nWe would recommend that if you are not presently able to complete a 1500m swim in under 45mins it might be as well to target a shorter event and then build for the 2019 Thames Marathon. \nAre there toilets on the course?\nThere are toilets at the start at Leander club\, and at the finish at Higginson Park. We are aiming to have a toilet stop at one of the food stations as well. \nCan supporters walk the route?\nThe route is walkable\, by following The Thames Path. Download the route here – Thames Marathon Walking Route. \nIt is also possible to cycle the route\, although there are a large number of kissing style gates where you may have to lift your bikes to get through. \nCan I talk to fellow swimmers in advance of the event?\nDefinitely\, we have set up Henley Swim Chatter as a facebook forum\, where you are able to discuss anything with fellow swimmers from nutrition and training tips to transport to the event on the day. There is also a facebook event page with all the latest information. URL:https://raceconnections.com/event/thames-marathon-long-distance-swimming-event/ LOCATION:Henley-on-Thames\, Oxfordshire\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Swimming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://raceconnections.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/henley-swim.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Henley Swim":MAILTO:Enquiries@henleyswim.com GEO:51.7612056;-1.2464674 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180804 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180806 DTSTAMP:20260517T174618 CREATED:20180511T042436Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180511T042436Z UID:10004707-1533340800-1533513599@raceconnections.com SUMMARY:The Snowman Swim 2018 DESCRIPTION:Snowman Swim 2018\nWelcome to the Aqua Sphere Snowman Swim – featuring the Mymbyr Miler and Mymbyr Half Miler! \nFor 2018\, we’re offering you the chance to experience an incredible open water swim in the stunning Llynnau Mymbyr\, in the heart of the Snowdonia National Park! \nA full mile or half mile distance is on offer\, so come and experience this unique adventure at Plas y Brenin this Summer. \nVenue\nPlas y Brenin National Mountain Sports Centre\, Capel Curig LL24 0ET \nDate\nSaturday 4th August 2018\nSunday 5th August 2018 \nRegistration and Expo\nRegistration will be at Plas y Brenin (LL24 0ET). \nCar Parking\nThere will be no parking available at Plas y Brenin. The race pay and display car park is approximately 250 metres along the road towards Capel Curig. \nPrizes\nCategories are decided on race turn out. \nUnder normal Circumstances both Womens and Mens prizes will be awarded to the Top 3 Open and 1st Placed Vets V40\, V50\, V60\, V70. Additional prizes may be added in events where participation numbers warrant extra recognition. \nAll prizes must be collected on the day. Under no circumstances will prizes be posted out. URL:https://raceconnections.com/event/snowman-swim-2018-swimming-events/ LOCATION:Plas y Brenin\, Plas y Brenin\, Conwy\, Wales\, LL24 0ET\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Swimming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://raceconnections.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/The-Snowman-Swim-2018-Race-Connections.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Always Aim High Events":MAILTO:info@alwaysaimhighevents.com GEO:53.102184;-3.918411 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Plas y Brenin Plas y Brenin Conwy Wales LL24 0ET United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Plas y Brenin:geo:-3.918411,53.102184 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180701 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180702 DTSTAMP:20260517T174618 CREATED:20180322T025852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180322T025852Z UID:10004676-1530403200-1530489599@raceconnections.com SUMMARY:The Henley Classic Swim DESCRIPTION:Henley Classic Swim UK\nTHE HENLEY CLASSIC is a 2.1 km endurance upstream River Thames swimming event\, held over the Henley Royal Regatta course\, very early on the Sunday morning before the Wednesday start of Henley Royal Regatta. \nThis event is a celebration of mid-summer. It provides a unique opportunity to swim one of the most famous and beautiful stretches of open water in the world\, at what we believe is the most beautiful time of the day\, dawn. A key feature of the event is that you arrive in darkness and walk the 1/4 of a mile to the start into the sunrise\, led by the torch carrier. \nHenley Classic Wave Options\nThe Henley Classic swim has several wave options to choose from. \nSwimming on the Henley Regatta course is a privilege and we are very grateful for the support we receive. In return we have to be clear of the river by 0630 so it is important that you select the correct wave based on your anticipated swim time. \nPlease remember that it is an upstream swim so be realistic with your time and err on the side of caution – we really don’t want to stop anyone before they complete the course. \n0430 WAVE 1 (Sporting & Juniors) \nSelect this wave if you: \nwish to swim at leisure or alongside friends OR\nyou are a junior swimmer (age 14-17) or are accompanying a junior swimmer(s) \n0450 WAVE 2 \nSelect this wave if you comfortably average between 2 mins and 2 mins 30 secs per 100m during a distance swim. \n0510 WAVE 3 \nSelect this wave if you comfortably average between 1 min 45 secs and 2 mins per 100m during a distance swim. \n0530 WAVE 4 (Performance) \nSelect this wave if you wish to race hard (likely to be in the top 100 swimmers) and you comfortably average under 1 min 45 secs per 100m during a distance swim. \nWave times are provisional and may be subject to change \nTeams – There is one team competition. A team can be made up of any combination of male or female swimmers (but not elite) and any number. The four fastest times will qualify for the competition. Create or join a team during the entry process. \nEvent Location\nThe Henley Classic is hosted at Temple Island Meadows\, which is just ¾ mile from Henley town centre. Parking is available at the event venue. \nSwim Course\nThe course is a unique\, straight line\, point-to point-swim (ie no turns) and takes advantage of the boomed course of the Henley Royal Regatta. The swim is upstream\, the strength of the stream varies from year-to-year\, ensuring that no two events are the same. \nVenue Facilities\nParking is available at the venue\nToilets and changing facilities will be provided\nHot & cold drinks & snacks will be available at the main event area \nCamping\nCamping is available in Glebe campsite\, with on-site facilities including toilets and showers. This is just a short walk to the main event area and is ¾ mile from Henley town centre. Details and prices to follow. \nHenley Classic Saturday Supper\nThere will be a supper available for campers and anyone staying locally. Details and prices to follow. \nSaturday Evening Registrations\nThe venue will be open on Saturday afternoon from 2pm. Anyone who would like to register for the event early\, to save time on the Sunday morning can register between 4pm and 6pm on the Saturday.\n\nWater Temperature\nThe water temperature at the Classic depends upon both the outside temperature and the quantity of rainfall in the days and weeks running up to the event. It is therefore very difficult to predict. \nBased on previous years\, at the beginning of July\, we would expect the water to be between 17 and 19 degrees centigrade. \nEntry Fee: Juniors (14-17) £39 / Adults (18+ on race day) £49 URL:https://raceconnections.com/event/henley-classic-swim/ LOCATION:Henley Royal Regatta\, Bridge Hart St\, Henley-on-Thames\, London\, RG9 2LY\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Swimming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://raceconnections.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/The-Henley-Classic-Swim-Events-Race-Connections-.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Henley Swim":MAILTO:Enquiries@henleyswim.com GEO:51.5374288;-0.9009325 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Henley Royal Regatta Bridge Hart St Henley-on-Thames London RG9 2LY United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Bridge Hart St\, Henley-on-Thames:geo:-0.9009325,51.5374288 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180623 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180624 DTSTAMP:20260517T174618 CREATED:20180330T051323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180330T051323Z UID:10004682-1529712000-1529798399@raceconnections.com SUMMARY:The Great East SwimRun 2018 DESCRIPTION:The Great East SwimRun 2018\nEntries for the 2018 Great East SwimRun are now open! \nSince its inception in 2006\, SwimRun has become a popular choice around the World for endurance athletes and is now the fastest growing endurance sport in the UK. \nThe concept was born in Sweden\, following a drunken bet among friends as to who could better navigate 20 islands and 75k of the Stockholm archipelago. \nRunners and swimmers from across the UK\, and triathletes seeking a change from the traditional triathlon format will enjoy stepping up to a new challenge. \nBased on teamwork\, passion\, and closeness to nature\, teams of two embark on a seamless journey across the landscape\, taking on land and water\, as they navigate their way around the course. \nThis outdoor running and swimming challenge is the new benchmark in adventure races. Not just for endurance athletes\, the most important things you need are a sense of adventure\, some determination and a lot of fun! \n \nAbout the event \nAn ideal entry level event giving everyone the chance to sample the SwimRun experience. Based on a single lap of Alton Water which is set in 400 acres of beautiful Suffolk countryside.\nThe event starts and finishes at the main Great East Swim event site. The 11.3km course (approximately) comprises 4 swims and 3 runs.\nThe swim courses include the start and finish sections of the Great Swims with a sunken tennis court thrown in for good measure. The run courses have something for everyone: \nRun 1: Quick and flat through grassland and light woodland. The course is predominantly based on hard packed surface with some softer areas under trees.\nRun 2: Undulating\, sweeping run on a variety of surfaces\, includes three steep descents and several short\, sharp climbs.\nRun 3: Gently undulating course based largely on packed sand cycle track and path which follows the contours of the reservoir with the water regularly visible.\nTotal swim distance: approximately 20%\nTotal run distance: approximately 80%\nTransitions: 4 swims / 3 runs\nTime: unlimited\, take your time\nAge: 16 years old and over \n11.3k total distance covered \nThere will be a mandatory briefing before the event at 09:30.\nThe provisional start time for the event is 10:30. \nRules & Regulations URL:https://raceconnections.com/event/great-east-swimrun-2018/ LOCATION:Alton Water\, Ipswich\, Suffolk\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Running,Swimming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://raceconnections.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/The-Great-East-SwimRun-2018-Race-Connections.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nova International Ltd":MAILTO:info@greatswim.org GEO:52.056736;1.14822 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180602T073000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180602T133000 DTSTAMP:20260517T174618 CREATED:20180309T034532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180309T034532Z UID:10004668-1527924600-1527946200@raceconnections.com SUMMARY:The Big Bala Swim UK 2018 DESCRIPTION:The Big Bala Swim UK 2018\nThe BIG Bala Swim (Not to be confused with our other event\, The Big Welsh Swim) is the second in our ‘Swim Train’ series will take place in Llyn Tegid\, Bala\, Snowdonia National Park\, North Wales. \nThe main open water swim route is 4.5km. To reach the start you will catch the historic Bala Lake Railway to Llangower station where you’ll find the beach start. For those that want a bigger challenge we also have a two way swim of 9km that starts from the lake shore west of Bala town from where you’ll swim to Llangower station and back! \nTo make sure there is something for everyone we also have a shorter swim option of 1.5km as well. Wetsuit and non-wetsuit places are available! \nLocation: Llyn Tegid\, Snowdonia National Park\, North Wales.\nRegistration: Clwb Rygbi Y Bala\, Maes Gwyniad\, Tegid Street\, Bala\, LL23 7BX \nSwim Distances\n1.5km (you will not catch the train for this swim)\n4.5km\n9km (you will not catch the train for this swim) \nFeed stations: There will be a feed station at Llangower beach for the 9km swimmers and food will be available at the finish line for all finishers. We will not be handing out bottles of water at the finish line in a bid to reduce plastic waste and help care for the environment. Water will of course be available at the feed station and the finish line but you will need to have your own bottle or cup. With this in mind please make sure you have a bottle of water in your bag when yo plae it in the bag drop. \nCut off time: There is a cut off time of 4.5 hours for all distances. The race organisers and appointed staff can retire a participant at any time if they judge them not capable of finishing due to fatigue or poor physical condition. \nOnline entry closes: 25th May 2018. (No entry changes can be made after this time) \nYou must be over 18 years of age on the day of the race to enter the event. 16+ participants will need parental consent to take part in full length swims. Under 16’s can complete the 1.5km swim if accompanied in the water by an fee paying adult who will take complete responsibility for them. \nThere will be a maximum number of entries available for each distance. When that number is reached entries for that distance will close and a waiting list will open. \n1.5km 50 places\n4.5km 200 places\n9km 100 places \nEntry prices\n1.5km: Adult £40 / Junior (age 15 & under) £25 (no train included)\n4.5km: £55 (includes train ticket)\n9km: £65 (no train included) \nEntry fee includes\nFull water safety cover\nTrain ticket (for 4.5km swim)\nEvent swim hat\nElectronic timing\nFood and hydration during & after event (see feed station info)\nRace medal\nFree event photos\nPrize for winners in each distance category – supplied by Zone3\nEquipment requirements\nSwim hats supplied by event organisers must be worn at all times when in the water\nWetsuit (unless registered as a non-wetsuit participant)\nGoggles\nTow floats may be used but are not mandatory for wetsuit wearing participants\nAdditional mandatory equipment for non-wetsuit competitors \nTow float (any type)\nAdditional equipment that may be used: Neoprene socks and non-webbed neoprene gloves\, neoprene hat (worn under event swim cap)\, ear plugs \nAdditional equipment that may NOT be used: Snorkles\, flippers\, hand paddles\, webbed gloves\, headphones\, pull buoy or any other floation aids\, any power assisted aids. \nRegistration\nRegistration will take place: Bala Rugby Club/Clwb Rygbi Y Bala\, Maes Gwyniad\, Tegid Street\, Bala\, LL23 7BX\, on: Saturday 2nd June. 7.30am – Closes 9.15am \nYou will be issued with your event hat and timing chip. Please arrive as early as possible! If you do not arrive to register by 9.15am your place will be forfeited. \nBriefing\nThe compulsory briefing will be held at 9.30am on Saturday 2nd June 2018 at Bala Rugby Club. Anyone who does not attend the briefing will not be allowed to swim. 4.5km swimmers will then make a 5 minute walk to board the train which will leave promptly at 10.00am so will need to be ready to leave straight after the briefing. If you miss the train you will need to make your own way to the swim start. 1.5km and 9km swimmers will make a 10 minute walk to their swim start. Participants doing a 1.5km or 9km swim do not need to catch the train. \nParking\nFree parking is availabe at Bala Rugby Club/Clwb Rygbi Y Bala\, Maes Gwyniad\, Tegid Street\, Bala\, LL23 7BX. Other carparks close by are pay and display (approx £4 for the day). Disabled parking is available but cannot be reserved. Please do not park on the roads or cause any obstructions to access or gate ways. \nBag drop\nThere will be a place for 1.5km and 9km swimmers to leave shoes/1 SMALL bag close to the swim start. 4.5km swimmers may take shoes/1 SMALL bag with them on the train and this will be transported by van to the finish line to be picked up at the end of your swim. Please only leave essential items and do not place fragile or valuable items in the bag drop as we cannot take repsonsibility for them. \nProvisional schedule of events\nSaturday 2nd June 2018 \n07:30 Registration opens\n09:15 Registration closes\n09.30 Route and safety brief\n10:00 Train for 4.5km swimmers departs\n10:10 Race start – 9km swimmers\n10:15 Race start – 1.5km swimmers\n13:30 Prize giving \nTerms & Conditions URL:https://raceconnections.com/event/big-bala-swim-uk-2018/ LOCATION:Bala Lake\, Llyn Tegid\, Gwynedd\, Bala\, Wales\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Swimming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://raceconnections.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/The-Big-Bala-Swim-UK-2018-Race-Connections-.jpg GEO:52.909911;-3.601584 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bala Lake Llyn Tegid Gwynedd Bala Wales United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Llyn Tegid\, Gwynedd:geo:-3.601584,52.909911 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR