UMUK Team Relay
ultraman-distance of 515km
UMUK Team Relay is a three-day staged team triathlon over the traditional ultraman-distance of 515 km, consisting of:
Day 1
10km (6.2miles) swim followed
by 145km (90miles) bike
Day 2
276km (172.5miles) bike
Day 3
84km (52.5miles) double marathon run.
DATES
Friday 01st September to Sunday 03rd September 2023.
LOCATION
Our event HQ is Swallow Falls Hotel, Betws-y-Coed LL24 0DW.
Pre-race ‘meet and greet’ will take place in Betws (venue TBC).
With the exception of Day 1, which starts at Lake Bala (Llyn Tegid), all other stages start and finish at Race HQ.
Registration and event briefing will be done on-line.
TIMINGS
31.08.2023
6pm to 7pm. Pre-race ‘meet and greet’ (Attendance is not mandatory but it is highly recommended)
01.09.2023
Day 1: 7am start at Lake Bala. Finish at race HQ by 7pm
02.09.2023
Day 2: 7am start at race HQ. Finish at race HQ by 7pm
03.09.2023
Day 3: 7am start at race HQ. Finish at race HQ by 7pm
CUT OFFS
Each day will have a 12 hour cut off, with the swim stage having a cut off of 6 hours.
The TEAM
This event is unsupported ie. there will be no aid stations or road signage on the course. Each team must consist of three members, so at any one time, one member will be racing while the other two act as support crew. Support crew will be responsible for navigating the course and providing each athlete with nutrition. (The swim stage is organised such that you will not require a support boat). Please refer to Rules and Guidelines for more info regarding Support Crews.
It is up to you how you split the roles within the team. Your team can consist of two athletes and one support crew, or you can bring three athletes and split the crewing between you. It is also your choice how you break up the event. For example: one athlete may choose to race the entirety of Day 1 – swim followed by bike – or you can change athlete every kilometre if you wish!!! Your success will depend heavily on good tactical and logistical planning.
WHY DO UMUK Team Relay?
Ideal opportunity for those considering UMUK 515 as a solo athlete to recce our stunning yet demanding courses.
Perfect introduction to ultra-distance stage racing and the different challenges associated with competing over three consecutive days.
Beautiful yet brutal courses with no repetition. Just one big loop each day full of incredible scenery.
After each gruelling day, you get a well-deserved rest before tackling the next challenge!
A great weekend away with your mates! No other triathlon comes close in terms of the bond formed between you and your team over the three days.
Superb and friendly atmosphere as everyone involved in UMUK events – staff, athletes, support crews, is there for the duration of the long weekend.
We can’t guarantee you’ll leave with a finishers’ medal, but we can guarantee you will go home with incredible memories and a load of new friends!
ENTRY FEE
What do I get?
- Three days of racing through some of the most breathtaking scenery in the United Kingdom
- Full safety support on the water (kayaks and motorboat)
- Full safety support on the road
- Bike mechanic on course on Day 1 and Day 2
- Athlete’s pack and goody bag containing: a UMUK swim cap, two high vis-vests for your support crew and more…
- UMUK tech shirts and medals for all finishers (athletes only)
- Race HQ with parking, toilets and pub!
- Official event photographers to beautifully capture your highs (and lows)
- Access to sports massage therapist at HQ
- Live tracking so your crew, friends and family can follow your progress
- Morale support from our amazing team!
- A head full of awesome memories and an overwhelming sense of achievement!
HOW DO I ENTER?
Entry to UMUK Team Relay is by invitation only. Organisers will select and invite a maximum of 10 teams on a first come, first served basis as the applications are received and if otherwise qualified. The selection of invitees will be based upon the experience, qualifications and criteria met for each applicant.
It is recommended that the applicants will have completed at least one iron distance race within the previous 18 months of the event being applied for. Other ultra-distance events are also considered as qualifiers assuming they have distances equal to or greater than iron distances. Other solo long distance events are considered if it is deemed they require the planning and training that would be of benefit to the athlete doing UMUK Team Relay.
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