Tonbridge Coronation Triathlon
Monday 6th May 2024
Provisional Timetable (Subject to change)
06:00 Registration opens, Transition opens
06:45 First competitors arrive at poolside, starter starts them into the water
07:20 First Swimmers Out (approx)
10:40 (approx) Last group of competitors start the swim leg
12:15 (approx) Last competitors complete the whole course
Overview
In Partnership with Tonbridge Lions this is an awesome Sprint and Standard triathlon suitable for a first timer with a safe and clean pool based swim in Tonbridge School Sports centre with controlled lanes and seeded starts, which as the day moves on turns into an early season opener for the seasoned triathlete.
Aqua Bike = Swim and Bike
Aquathlon = Swim and Run
Sprint / Standard = Swim, Bike, Run
Relay - Team of 2/3 people who EACH complete their strongest discipline.
Car Parking
Please note that due to the popularity of the event, there is no competitor parking on site. Please follow the directions given by the marshals and follow the signs to the designated town centre car parks.
These car parks are located at The Castle, The Ivy House pub, Town Swimming Pool, plus more car parks in the centre of town. As it is a Bank Holiday, there is no charge payable.
It is approximatley a 10 minute walk from the nearerst designated car park.
The Registration point is signposted in Tonbridge School Sports Centre.
disciplines
The Swim
Sprint = 400M Standard = 800m
16/32 lengths in the 25m heated pool, get there in plenty of time and watch the swim unfold in front of you.
The Bike
Sprint = 25km Standard = 50km
Sprint = 1 lap of the 25km route
Standard = 2 laps of the 25km route.
The Run
Sprint = 5km Standard = 10km
After a quick change you are on the run, nothing too steep, nothing too flat, mixed terrain, but most trainers will be suited to this environment. Follow the signs and obey the marshals instructions and you will be through the finish 3/4 athleteics track to collect your medal.
transition
The 4th discipline...
Here are some tips to make race day a little bit smoother.
1) Layout your kit in the order you need it. (Always put helmet on first!)
2) What row are you in?
3) Make a note of how far you are from "swim in", walk the route and count the steps, it will help you remember your racking slot when you come out of the water.
4) Look for landmarks (Flags, kiosks, trees) level with your space to give a visual reference to where your spot is. (once you get near you should see the bike and your towel.
5) Don't panic, slow is smooth, smooth is fast!
By doing the above you can save minutes off your time, practice putting your kit on and off, it will make you efficient come race day!