Edinburgh Bicycle Triathalon - Royal Commonwealth Pool & Holyrood Park

The New Year's Day, Edinburgh Bicycle Triathlon is a race for everyone; a fun race for those who have never done a triathlon before (about a third of participants are first-timers) and a competitive test of winter fitness for experienced athletes in one of the most beautiful urban settings.

All competitors receive a race goody bag and every finisher is in with a chance to win the lucky dip prize of £500 once you complete the course: swim 400 metres, cycle 11 miles and run 3 ½ miles.

As in previous years the race was massively over-subscribed and entries are now closed! However, supporters and spectators are welcome and can watch free of charge.

The race kicks off at 12:30pm.

Iron Kids Duathlon

But it's not just about adults! Also running with be the Iron Kids Duathlon, a run-bike-run duathlon in Holyrood Park. It's a chance for the Triathletes of the future to show their potential! This race is meant to be fun but it is still a good challenge to start the year with. This race is open to all children between that ages of 8 and 15 on the day of the race. It comprises a 600m run, 2 mile bike, 600m run. The roads along the course are closed and the race is well marshalled. All particpants get a goodie bag.

So how do I enter?

Entries can be taken on the morning but it really helps if you enter online here [3] so we know how many athletes to expect!

The Iron Kids race kicks off at 11:30pm. Please note that participating children must wear a cycle helmet.

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PLEASE NOTE THAT BECAUSE OF THE RACE, ONLY CLAMBERS AND GYM FACILITIES WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE ROYAL COMMONWEALTH POOL - OPEN 11AM TIL 4PM.

For further details please contact a member of staff on 0131 667 7211