Location

Crossmichael near CASTLE DOUGLAS

DG7 3AU

We have tried to make the distances as accurate as possible however using the existing road networks mean we will have approximate distances for each of the run and bike legs. The transition area will be located at the Crossmichael Marina, there is a short run from the transition area to the road for the bike

Relay teams will share the Swim Bike and Run legs between 2 or 3 people. 

Middle-Distance Event

Swim / 1.9km:

The swim will be an open water river swim in a slow-moving river, the bay is located by Crosmichael Marina. It will be a two-lap swim around marker buoys with a compulsory exit from the water before returning to the river for the second lap. A water safety team will be in position to assist as required.

Bike / 90km:

Middle Distance:

Two lap courses; Lap one will follow the same route as the Standard Distance however will not turn at Ken Bridge, the route will continue to St John’s Town of Dalry and beyond to Glen Lee where there will be a left turn which will bring the route back to New Galloway where it will re-join the Standard distance loop. Lap two will be the same as the Standard distance route.

Run / 21km:

Both events will follow the same route Standard Distance will be one lap and the Middle Distance two laps. The route is in the tarmac in the main although there will be a short trail section at the start of each lap.

Further information will be made available as we finalise details.

Supported by Dumfries and Galloway Council. 

Accommodation / Travel

Please visit the following websites for further information on travel to and accommodation in Dumfries and Galloway:

https://www.visitsouthwestscotland.com/

https://www.visitscotland.com/destinations-maps/dumfries-galloway/

Registration and race start:

Registration will take place on 9th September 2023 from 15:00 and on 10th September from 6h30 am.

The race will start at 8 am 

Pre-race briefing 

A briefing will be held on 10th September 2023, on the loch side to which all competitors are expected to attend. 

Further information will be made available as we finalise details

Location

Crossmichael near CASTLE DOUGLAS

DG7 3AU

We have tried to make the distances as accurate as possible however using the existing road networks mean we will have approximate distances for each of the run and bike legs. The transition area will be located at the Crossmichael Marina, there is a short run from the transition area to the road for the bike

Middle-Distance Event

Swim / 1.9km:

The swim will be an open water river swim in a slow-moving river, the bay is located by Crosmichael Marina. It will be a two-lap swim around marker buoys with a compulsory exit from the water before returning to the river for the second lap. A water safety team will be in position to assist as required.

Bike / 90km:

Middle Distance:

Two lap courses; Lap one will follow the same route as the Standard Distance however will not turn at Ken Bridge, the route will continue to St John’s Town of Dalry and beyond to Glen Lee where there will be a left turn which will bring the route back to New Galloway where it will re-join the Standard distance loop. Lap two will be the same as the Standard distance route.

Run / 21km:

Both events will follow the same route Standard Distance will be one lap and the Middle Distance two laps. The route is in the tarmac in the main although there will be a short trail section at the start of each lap.

Supported by Dumfries and Galloway Council

Accommodation / Travel

Please visit the following websites for further information on travel to and accommodation in Dumfries and Galloway:

https://www.visitsouthwestscotland.com/

https://www.visitscotland.com/destinations-maps/dumfries-galloway/

Further information will be made available as we finalise details

Location

Crossmichael near CASTLE DOUGLAS

DG7 3AU

We have tried to make the distances as accurate as possible however using the existing road networks mean we will have approximate distances for each of the run and bike legs. The transition area will be located at the Crossmichael Marina, there is a short run from the transition area to the road for the bike

Standard Distance Event

Swim / 1.5km:

The swim will be an open water river swim in a slow-moving river, the bay is located by Crosmichael Marina. It will be a two-lap swim around marker buoys with a compulsory exit from the water before returning to the river for the second lap. A water safety team will be in position to assist as required.

Bike / 40 km:

Standard Distance:

One 40km lap of a circuit around Loch Ken. Heading North from Crossmichael turning left at Ken Bridge passing through New Galloway, following the shores of the Loch South to Laurieston then returning to the transition area via Glenlochar. The road surfaces are in good condition, the bike course is fast with a few ups and downs. Marshals will be in place at key locations along the course.

Run / 10 km:

Both events will follow the same route Standard Distance will be one lap. The route is in the tarmac in the main although there will be a short trail section at the start of the lap.

Supported by Dumfries and Galloway Council. 

Accommodation / Travel

Please visit the following websites for further information on travel to and accommodation in Dumfries and Galloway:

https://www.visitsouthwestscotland.com/

https://www.visitscotland.com/destinations-maps/dumfries-galloway/

Crossmichael near CASTLE DOUGLAS

DG7 3AU

We have tried to make the distances as accurate as possible however using the existing road networks mean we will have approximate distances for each of the run and bike legs. The transition area will be located at the Crossmichael Marina, there is a short run from the transition area to the road for the bike

Standard Distance Event

Swim / 1.5km:

The swim will be an open water river swim in a slow-moving river, the bay is located by Crosmichael Marina. It will be a two-lap swim around marker buoys with a compulsory exit from the water before returning to the river for the second lap. A water safety team will be in position to assist as required.

Bike/ 40 km:

Standard Distance:

One 40km lap of a circuit around Loch Ken. Heading North from Crossmichael turning left at Ken Bridge passing through New Galloway, following the shores of the Loch South to Laurieston then returning to the transition area via Glenlochar. The road surfaces are in good condition, the bike course is fast with a few ups and downs. Marshals will be in place at key locations along the course.

Run / 10km:

Both events will follow the same route Standard Distance will be one lap. The route is in the tarmac in the main although there will be a short trail section at the start of the lap.

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Accommodation / Travel

Please visit the following websites for further information on travel to and accommodation in Dumfries and Galloway:

https://www.visitsouthwestscotland.com/

https://www.visitscotland.com/destinations-maps/dumfries-galloway/

Registration and race start:

Registration will take place on 09th September 2023 from 1 to 2 pm

The race will start at 3 pm 

Pre-race briefing 

A briefing/introductory will be held on the Saturday , to which all competitors and their families/friends are invited. 

Further information will be made available as we finalise details

Location

Crossmichael near CASTLE DOUGLAS

DG7 3AU

We have tried to make the distances as accurate as possible however using the existing road networks mean we will have approximate distances for each of the run and bike legs. The transition area will be located at the Crossmichael Marina, there is a short run from the transition area to the road for the bike

Swim / 300m:

The swim will be an open water river swim in a slow-moving river, the bay is located by Crosmichael Marina. It will be a one-lap swim around marker buoys. A water safety team will be in position to assist as required.

Bike/ 12 km:

E-BIKE ARE ALLOWED!

12km lap of a circuit around Crossmichael. Marshals will be in place at key locations along the course.

Run / 3km:

Run off road on the shore of the river

Accommodation / Travel

Please visit the following websites for further information on travel to and accommodation in Dumfries and Galloway:

https://www.visitsouthwestscotland.com/

https://www.visitscotland.com/destinations-maps/dumfries-galloway/