Aviemore Triathlon

Join us in the beautiful Cairngorms for Aviemore Triathlon: enjoy an open water swim in the cool, calm waters of Loch Morlich and enjoy mountain biking and running on the trails of Glenmore Forest.

Entries OPEN

15th September 2024

15th September 2024 @9am

The loch has been chosen for its superb water quality and spectacular surroundings. Coupled with fantastic MTB trails (forest road, easy track as well as sections of singletrack) in the forest, this is one of the very best locations in the UK for off-road racing.

“The Long Hard Durty”, this Standard distance race will be a stiff challenge on a tough course in a spectacular location. .

Long Hard Durty:

  • 1,000m Open Water Swim, 18km Technical Mountain Bike, 9km Trail Run

“The Short Fast Durty”, this Sprint distance race will be a stiff but achievable challenge on a great course in a spectacular location.

Short Fast Durty:

  • 500m Open Water Swim, 12km Mountain Bike, 5km Trail Run

A Greener Aviemore Triathlon!

  • Feed station cups are our biggest source of waste. So we’re stopping using them. Completely. There will be no cups at feed stations. You need to bring your own. You will need to carry this with you and use it on the course if you wish to use feed stations.

We appreciate your help in ensuring our events make minimal impact on the environment.

The Athlete Briefing will be posted here approximately 2 weeks prior to the event, please make sure you read this to familiarise yourself with the event and the race day timings

The loch has been chosen for its superb water quality and spectacular surroundings.

Short Fast Durty – 500m Open Water Swim (wetsuits compulsory).  Once lap, deep water start.

Long Hard Durty – 1000m Open Water Swim (wetsuits compulsory). Two laps, deep water start.

Bike

The Mountain Bike section is on a mix of great fast forest roads (some less well used, and so a bit rougher), and shorter fun-dabby-dozy twisty, narrow rooty forest singletrack.

In general, we will be designing a course that is mostly ‘Blue’ standard or below for the Short Fast Durty course (with a small amount of fun singletrack thrown in)

The Long Hard Durty course will have some more ‘Red’ and ‘Black’ sections – if you’ve practiced on a mountain bike before the race, you’ll have a quicker and happier time! You’ll need a mountain bike, and Helmets are compulsory.

Click on the links for further information on course descriptions:

Run

The Run will be on a mix of forest trails, and includes a section of open hill running (Long Hard Durty only) with breath-taking views.

Take 30 seconds to look around you!. Bits of the course meander through rough and trackless natural forest. Mmmm, lovely.

SCOTTISH CHAMPIONSHIPS 2024
We are delighted that Aviemore Triathlon will be hosting the Triathlon Scotland Scottish Cross Triathlon Championships again in 2024.

You do not need to compete in the championships to enter the event however if you would like to take part in the championships please see the Triathlon Scotland Website for more information and details of eligibility.

Transitions

View Transition Maps Below (Transition layout may change closer to the event new layouts will be posted if this is the case):

Aviemore T1 Layout 2023

Aviemore T2 Layout 2023

SCHEDULE

Saturday 14th September

1600-1800   Registration open at Badaguish Centre

Sunday 15th September

0700  Car Park at Badaguish Centre Open (please don’t try to arrive before we open the car park, or try to use the Forestry Commission car-park at Transition 1 – you’ll cause us   problems!). £5 per car parking charge – this goes to the Badaguish Centre/Speyside Trust.

0700  Registration Open at Badaguish Centre.

0700  Transition 1 Opens at Loch Morlich

0830  Registration Closes

0830  Transition (T1 and T2) Closes (you must have racked your bike and equipment by then – this applies to both Long Hard and Short Fast Durty competitors)

0845  LONG HARD DURTY Race Briefing at Swim Start Lochside

0900  Long Hard Durty START

0915  SHORT FAST DURTY Race Briefing at Swim Start Lochside (Both Waves to attend)

0930  Short Fast Durty START (NOTE: there are likely to be two wave starts – you will be advised of this at registration, and which wave you are in)

c.1115  Expected 1st Tri finishers

What’s included in the entry fee?

  • Professionally organised race
  • Full water safety team cover
  • Full race medical first aid cover
  • Chip Timing
  • Well stocked aid stations
  • Finisher’s T-Shirt (Or a donation to our nominated race charity)

Venue & Facilities

Badaguish Outdoor Centre, Aviemore, Scotland PH22 1AD Well, have we found a great venue an off-road race! In the heart of the beautiful Cairngorms National Park, and in the shadow of the Cairngorm Mountain itself – you’ll be swimming in the cool clean water of Loch Morlich, Biking on superb trails in the huge Glenmore Forest, and finishing yourself off with a scenic run through stunning woodland and open hillsides. The Aviemore Triathlon is based at the Badaguish Centre, right in the middle of the forest. The race will be raising funds for the Centre – they help people with a disability enjoy an outdoor holiday – a cause that we know you’ll agree is worth supporting 100%.

To Book Parking or Camping on site head to eventbrite

MORE INFO

ACCOMMODATION

On-site camping pitches and Camping Pods will be available at the Badaguish Centre for a small charge. The site has showers, toilets, and acres of picturesque grassy goodness.

There are lots of other accommodation options in the Glenmore valley and in the nearby ski village of Aviemore (where there are also lots of shops, restaurants and visitor activities). Follow the links from the tab above for more info.

Aviemore and the Rothiemurcus/Glenmore are are very well set up for an overnight stay, and longer visits as part of your trip to Aviemore Triathlon.

There are loads of outdoor activities locally, massive forests, great mountains, lots of visitor attractions (including the Reindeer Centre and the Cairngorm Funicular – both almost on the race course!).

There are good accommodation options at race HQ itself (links below), and the town of Aviemore (which has plenty of Hotel, B+B and Hostel options) is a few minutes from the start line.

Links

FAQS

Can I ditch the wetsuit?

This event is run under Triathlon Scotland Rules please see Competition Rules – Triathlon Scotland for information on wetsuit use and water temperatures

Can I wear boots/gloves?

This event is run under Triathlon Scotland Rules please see Competition Rules – Triathlon Scotland for information on the use of boots/gloves for the swim section

What’s the water temperature?

Water Temperatures vary depending on the weather conditions pre-event but the loch temperature is likely to be around 13-14oC

What type of bike do I need?

We would recommend a mountain bike for this event. The short course is suitable for cross bikes and gravel bike however the long course definitely requires a proper mountain bike

Can a Relay Team be made up of 2 people rather than 3?

Yes relay teams can be made of 2 people with 1 person completing 2 of the 3 sections, when completing the entry be sure to put the appropriate name against each event leg

What is the exact route?

Full route information will be published on our website around 2 weeks prior to the event. Some routes require land owner permission and cannot be recced prior to the event, we therefore do not publish the route in advance of the events

Can I defer?

Unfortunately we are unable to offer deferrals, for information on refund options please see Terms & Conditions – Durty Events

Can I have a refund?

For information on refund options please see Terms & Conditions – Durty Events

Can I Change distance?

If the event you have entered has more than 1 distance option available then it is possible to transfer to another distance, this must be done at least 2 weeks in advance of the event and may be subject to a small admin fee. Please see Terms & Conditions – Durty Events for more information

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SCOTTISH CHAMPIONSHIPS 2024
We are delighted that Aviemore Triathlon will be hosting the Triathlon Scotland Scottish Cross Triathlon Championships again in 2024.

You do not need to compete in the championships to enter the event however if you would like to take part in the championships please see the Triathlon Scotland Website for more information and details of eligibility.

Short fast Durty

Long Hard Durty

Entries Closed 10th September 2024

Entries

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Short fast Durty

NameGenderAge Category
Ruth LongmuirFemaleSenior
Fiona BallFemaleSenior
Sean MacBride-StewartOpenSuper Veteran
Stephen McLoughlinOpenVeteran
Emily WardFemaleSenior
EUAN MILLAROpenSenior
Darren ReadOpenSuper Veteran
Laura ConnellyFemaleSenior
Murray McCallumOpenSenior
Ulrike DamerowFemaleVintage
Unwin MillarOpenSuper Veteran
Jude MillarOpenSenior
Michelle BorlandFemaleVeteran
Jackie McGuireFemaleSuper Veteran
Beth MchughFemaleVeteran
Iona RobertsonFemaleVeteran
Colin FraserOpenSuper Veteran
Adam ClarkOpenSuper Veteran
Freya MowbrayFemaleJunior
Thom CameronOpenSenior
Stewart McRaeOpenVeteran
Susan CameronFemaleSuper Veteran
Fiona MoffatFemaleSenior
Amanda Baizan EdgeFemaleSenior
Peter HoustonOpenSuper Veteran
Joanne SutherlandFemaleSuper Veteran
Emma bennetFemaleVeteran
Louise WoodsFemaleSenior
Judy TraynerFemaleSuper Veteran
Rebecca TurnerOpenVeteran
Jonny KermodeOpenVeteran
Fiona BrownFemaleVeteran
Elise AlexanderFemaleSenior
Stuart McinnesOpenVeteran
Iona WattFemaleVeteran
Kirsty ChalmersFemaleVeteran
Amy KirklandFemaleSenior
Catriona McBrideFemaleSenior
Craig WoodOpenSenior
Grace GordonFemaleSenior
Claire SteinOpenSuper Veteran
Mike MiddlehurstOpenVintage
Carrie MclaughlanFemaleVeteran
Jo MacDonaldFemaleVeteran
Ronnie MacPhersonOpenVeteran
Gemma QueenFemaleVeteran
Warriner MaddyFemaleVeteran
Tom CoatsOpenVintage
William IonOpenVintage
Jenny ForrestFemaleSuper Veteran
Laura BlackOpenSenior
Russell GoldieOpenVeteran
Elizabeth Mary HumphreysOpenSuper Veteran
Els FreshwaterFemaleSuper Veteran
Suki FlemingFemaleSuper Veteran
Barbara MurrayFemaleSuper Veteran
Victoria SmithFemaleVeteran
Tanya RumneyFemaleVeteran
Ruth MarshallFemaleSuper Veteran
John GallagherOpenVintage
Siobhan McMillanFemaleSenior
Margo MacraeFemaleSuper Veteran
Claire FergusonFemaleVeteran
Simon PurcellOpenVeteran
Taya FordeFemaleVeteran
alison shawFemaleSuper Veteran
Paul ShepherdOpenVintage
Susanna GibsonFemaleVeteran
Bethanie RentonFemaleSenior
Kev SmithOpenVeteran
Sarah WallaceFemaleVeteran
NameGenderAge Category

Short fast Durty relay

Team NameTeam Gender
The Full BhoonaMixed
Trail Wild MTB teamAll Female
Team NameTeam Gender

Long Hard Durty

NameGenderAge Category
Divindy GrantFemaleSenior
Finlay MacIntoshOpenSenior
Alasdair DunlopOpenSuper Veteran
Iain PlenderleithOpenSenior
Graham McGhieOpenVeteran
Simone McKennaFemaleVeteran
Manon LevequeFemaleSenior
Alistair DochertyOpenSenior
Killian TrenholmOpenSenior
Chris BurnettOpenVeteran
Ross WalkerOpenSenior
Neil ScrimgeourOpenSuper Veteran
Kenny NeisonOpenSuper Veteran
Owen WilkieOpenSenior
Josie ClarkeOpenSenior
Logan DuguidOpenSenior
Alice DeanFemaleSenior
Peter CarusOpenVeteran
Hugo Ayllón ClavijoOpenSenior
Philippe GuijarroOpenSuper Veteran
Ben DoonerOpenSenior
David BrownOpenSuper Veteran
Joe ToddOpenSenior
Shona KeltFemaleVeteran
Niall BaxterOpenVintage
PHIL MACKINTOSHOpenVeteran
Louise HaleFemaleVeteran
Keith ChandlerOpenSuper Veteran
Megan MowbrayFemaleSuper Veteran
Barry LovernOpenVeteran
Duncan SpeirsOpenVeteran
Grant RussellOpenVeteran
Stuart McAvineyOpenVeteran
Sam Stewart-BrownOpenSenior
Eilidh SempleFemaleSenior
Jennifer EdwardsFemaleVeteran
Bob McGuireOpenSuper Veteran
Joanne HamiltonFemaleVeteran
Ed SwalesOpenVeteran
Gregor KingOpenSuper Veteran
Sinead SelmesFemaleVeteran
Finn TrenholmOpenSenior
Richard HydeOpenVintage
Kyle RussellOpenSenior
Alison BrownFemaleVeteran
NameGenderAge Category

Long Hard Durty Relay

Team NameTeam Gender
All Open
JAR IV The ReturnMixed
Raging PanthersMixed
Team NameTeam Gender

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