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THE 2k OPEN SPRINT
DUATHLON
400m Run + 1600m Cycle
The 2k Open Sprint Duathlon is open to all ages from 13yrs+.
Starting at 4.30pm this is a hilarious fast and furious head to head challenge.
Two other duathlon events will also take place on the day at 3.30pm - The MICRO Duathlon for up to 8yrs and the MINI Duathlon for 9-12yrs. These two children's events (in Kirkton field) are FREE to enter and do not require online pre-registration.
SPRINT
Duathlon
TIMING INFO
PRE-REGISTRATION ONLINE
Riders should pre-register online in advance to secure a place in this event.
RIDER CHECK-IN BY 4.00PM
Riders should check-in on the day at the registration tent by 4pm, pay £10 for their entry (unless already paid) & pickup their rider number.
4.00PM START GROUPS ANNOUNCED based on the number of racers checked in.
4.30PM START
Separate start grps for different categories (depending on nos.)
DUATHLON FINAL
If there are enough riders there will also be a Grand Final.
THE ROUTE
ROUTE MAP
LENGTH: 2k
RUN: 400m
CYCLE: 1600m
DURATION: 4-5mins
THE START:
The start is next to Balquhidder village hall.
Riders start on foot and run east along the road taking a right into into Kirkton field. They then run across the field to a second gate down by the river and enter the "change over field" (approx 300m) where they grab their bicycles.
On bikes, riders exit the top gate of the "change over field" and turn right (east) onto the road and head towards West Auchleskine farm.
At the farm riders dismount, turn right into the field opposite the farm, drop their bikes, run a further 100 metre sprint, re-mount their bikes and finally head back along the road to the village hall finish line.
INFO
OPEN TO:
The event is open to all keen road and mountain bikers (min age 13).
MEDAL CATEGORIES:
Youth - 13-16yrs
Open - 17-39yrs
Masters - 40+yrs
(Age as at date of event)
EQUIPMENT:
Any serviced and sound bicycle. Helmet, glasses / eye protection.
RIDER RESPONSIBILITY:
Every rider is responsible for their own conduct, actions and choice of line taken over the designated track.
Take particular care running in the fields. On the road, always ensure that you can stop within the distance you can see.
Beware of uneven surfaces, loose grit, round stones on the track, protruding/low hanging branches and any pot holes.
Above all please ride safely and with due courtesy to other riders, marshalls and members of the public.
WHO'S IN
This event has been kindly supported by:
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The number of entries is limited. To guarantee a place in a race, please pre-register, online, in advance.
Before you pre-register please ensure you fully understand the race formats and details (See left).
WANNA CHANGE?
If you have already pre-registered and you need to amend your entry you can submit an amendment here