Taunton Deane Triathlon & Aquathlon
About Taunton Deane Triathlon & Aquathlon
Taunton Deane Triathlon, Aquathlon & Junior Aquathlon
Taunton Deane Triathlon & Aquathlon Description
The first Taunton Deane Triathlon took place in 1998. Since then the organising committee has changed some of its members but our commitment to providing high quality, good value events is still there. We are in partnership with the local triathlon club, Somerset R. C. Tri
Somerset R. C. Tri members give a huge amount of time in helping to make the events a success. Most of them can be found marshalling at the events as well as racing. They also help set up transition the day before and dismantle it after the events. Many of them also turn up on the training day to offer the benefit of their experience to those who are nervous about their first event.
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As the triathlon is on open roads BTF rules mean Juniors are 15 years old as at 31.12.19 (not 12.5.19) or 16 years old Youths are 17-19 years oldAs the triathlon is on open roads BTF rules mean Juniors are 15 years old as at 31.12.19 (not 12.5.19) or 16 years old Youths are 17-19 years old
Our 21st anniversary Taunton Deane Triathlon is open for entries on our website http://www.somersetrctri.co.uk/sprint-and -novice-distance-t…
THIS LINK WAS IN YOUR PACKS BUT YESTERDAYS AQUATHLON RESULTS ARE AVAILABLE x http://www.k2sports-uk.com/results/
Well done everyone that competed in the Aquathlon today. It was a good event and thanks to participants, all the club volunteers who marshalled excellently, thanks to BETTER for the Centre facilities and assistance and thanks to our main sponsor Bridgwater & Taunton College. Thanks also to www.nutristrength.com for the nutrition products. Congratulations to all the winners and a full list of all participants times will be published as soon as I receive it from the timers. Uncollected trophies will be posted. There were as always a few bits of lost property which is at Wellington Sports Centre - see photo (not the coffee).
Please note Wellington rugby club will be open from 9am with hot food and drinks
It is just opposite the sports centre and very good for food and drink
... The sports centre has vending machines but you can get a wider choice at club prices at the rugby club
They also have a bar so if supporting or when you finish you can treat yourself x
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Taunton Deane Aquathlon RACE DAY BRIEFING Swim Section • At registration you should have your race number, swim wave, lane and hat colour written on your hand • Wait in the corridor outside the swimming pool at least 10 minutes before your wave...
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Hope you are all looking forward to tomorrow I’ve ordered nice weather
You should all know your swim times You need to register in the centre sports hall which you can access easiest at the doors on the side of the building to the left of the main entrance opposite the skate park
... There will be lots of lists to check your rave number and swim wave time
Registration opens at 8:30 and ends 10:45 first wave 9:30 last 12:15 starting with longer course waves 1-5 and half distance waves 5-8
You need to register and attend a briefing 9,10.11 or 12am and be ready and in the corridor by the pool at least 10 minutes before your swim.
Presentation will hopefully be by 1:30pm
Sleep well x
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Aquathon start times and race pack is now out - check your email xxxAquathon start times and race pack is now out - check your email xxx
Competitor Race Info Pack and Start Lists for Sunday's Aquathlon race are now available on our website: http://www.somersetrctri.co.uk/aquathlon< br>
I've audited the race entries for the Aquathlon next weekend. All looking good with a great turnout. The only discrepancy is there is a Dr Stuart Collins who reckons he is 60 by the end of the year. I've seen this handsome dark haired man and his gorgeous young looking wife and I will need a birth certificate at registration please x
FINAL CHANCE - Aquathlon entries close at 10am tomorrow Saturday 9th February.FINAL CHANCE - Aquathlon entries close at 10am tomorrow Saturday 9th February.
I thought it may help parents if I highlighted the link below as page 38 of the rules details what distances children of different ages can race.
https://www.britishtriathlon.org/…/brit ish-triathlon-compet…
23. RULES FOR CHILDREN: 23.1 General: a.) -14 year olds the opportunity to take part in triathlon. Competitors are split into two-year age groups, with each group racing over different distances; (i) The 8-year-old category is run over very short distances to introduce yo...
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HURRY! Last week to enter the Aquathlon. Only £21 for the 1000m swim and 10km run, £17 for the 500m swim and 5km run and only £13 for 15-19 year olds.
Medal and running vest for all entrants and good trophies and prizes for all age groups.
Special offer for Somerset RC Club members. Enter the aquathlon and get £5 discount off the May 19 triathlon.
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If you entered the novice by mistake and have asked how to change to the sprint triathlon I have emailed you instructions. If you have not received an email and your entry confirmation says novice and you meant to enter the sprint please let me know as I can change it for you Andy Race Director
Taunton Deane Triathlon & Aquathlon
There have been a few people who have entered the adult novice instead of the sprint. The BTF website to enter is not as clear as it could be especially if you are using a smart phone rather than a PC or laptop. Under the Event Contacts is the heading Events and Distances but only the Novice appears but if you click on 'Read More' the Sprint option is then available as are the Junior races.
A reminder that entries are open for this years aquathlon on 17th February 2019 https://www.britishtriathlon.org/…/Taun ton-Deane-Aquathlon_…
This years triathlon is on 12th May 2019 and entries are now open https://www.britishtriathlon.org/…/taun ton-deane-sprint-and….
... As always places are limited so book early to avoid disappointment. Prices are lower this year too thanks to sponsorship from Bridgwater & Taunton College.😃
Details are on the Somerset RC Tri website Racing page http://www.somersetrctri.co.uk/sprint-and -novice-distance-t…
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Andy Ellins Race Director
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A reminder that entries are open for this years aquathlon on 17th February 2019 https://www.britishtriathlon.org/…/Taun ton-Deane-Aquathlon_…
This years triathlon is on 12th May 2019 and entries will open tomorrow Saturday 12th January 2019 https://www.britishtriathlon.org/…/taun ton-deane-sprint-and….
... As always places are limited so book early to avoid disappointment. Prices are lower this year too thanks to sponsorship from Bridgwater & Taunton College.😃
Details are on the Somerset RC Tri website Racing page http://www.somersetrctri.co.uk/sprint-and -novice-distance-t…
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Andy Ellins Race Director
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Race entries are now open for the Aquathlon on 17 February 2019. http://www.somersetrctri.co.uk/aquathlon 
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... Aquathlon The Taunton Deane Aquathlon has been an annual event at Wellington Sports Centre since 2005. As usual, in 2019 there will be a "full distance" and "short distance" races, and additionaly a "youth and junior" wave(s) over the shorter course.
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Yesterday I completed my first long distance Aquathlon. What an incredibly well organised, well marshalled event. Fantastic supportive atmosphere, still buzzing!
What a brilliantly organised event, amazing marshals who were full of encouragement - ideal first tri event - am now looking for my next one to enter! See you next year :)
Today I did my first Novice Triathlon at the age of 55, a thing on my BUCKET LIST was race no. ONE, quite funny!
The training day last week was excellent, Max and the other members gave their time to ensure we knew what to expect today.
The sun shone, crowds awesome but the groups members who run this events really warmed my heart, my questions never to much trouble. Truly had the BEST time EVER. I will be back. Special thanks to Max, Lorraine and Andy. But Thank you ALL so much. Suzanne Heayns
Hi Jo
I just wanted to drop you a line to say thanks for all the info in the run up to today's triathlon, I really appreciated it, and it helped me to be so much more relaxed about the whole thing, instead of being full of nerves! I thoroughly enjoyed the event, and found all of the members of the event crew that I came into contact with incredibly friendly, welcoming and helpful. Please pass on my thanks to everyone involved in the event, to make it happen, without people giving up the time to help, I would never have discovered a friendly & welcoming sport. To all the volunteers & organisers who gave up your time, You are all brilliant!
Than you from a very tired, but happy novice 1st time triathlete! I can't wait to take part next year.
Best wishes
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Yesterday I completed my first long distance Aquathlon. What an incredibly well organised, well marshalled event. Fantastic supportive atmosphere, still buzzing!
What a brilliantly organised event, amazing marshals who were full of encouragement - ideal first tri event - am now looking for my next one to enter! See you next year :)
Today I did my first Novice Triathlon at the age of 55, a thing on my BUCKET LIST was race no. ONE, quite funny!
The training day last week was excellent, Max and the other members gave their time to ensure we knew what to expect today.
The sun shone, crowds awesome but the groups members who run this events really warmed my heart, my questions never to much trouble. Truly had the BEST time EVER. I will be back. Special thanks to Max, Lorraine and Andy. But Thank you ALL so much. Suzanne Heayns
Hi Jo
I just wanted to drop you a line to say thanks for all the info in the run up to today's triathlon, I really appreciated it, and it helped me to be so much more relaxed about the whole thing, instead of being full of nerves! I thoroughly enjoyed the event, and found all of the members of the event crew that I came into contact with incredibly friendly, welcoming and helpful. Please pass on my thanks to everyone involved in the event, to make it happen, without people giving up the time to help, I would never have discovered a friendly & welcoming sport. To all the volunteers & organisers who gave up your time, You are all brilliant!
Than you from a very tired, but happy novice 1st time triathlete! I can't wait to take part next year.
Best wishes
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