The Bradford on Avon Aquathlon races are back for the third year in 2012, bringing mid-week open-water racing to the the idyllic market town.

The aquathlons will comprise a 750m river swim (wetsuit required) and a flat, measured and marked 5km run along the canal towpath. There will also be a free 5k run at each event with everyone welcome.

The events will be run by DB Max Triathlon Club in 2012, with a number of experienced triathletes and event organisers at the club.

The event venue is the Barton Farm Country Park. The park is well sign posted and is located off the B3109 on the edge of the historic town of Bradford on Avon. Ample parking is available at the nearby railway station (postcode BA15 1DF).

• High quality mid-week open water racing.
• Chip timing.
• Expert water support from kayakers at BOARC.
• Spot prizes.

Race Dates
Wednesday 16th May
Wednesday 27th June

Race Distance
Aquathlon: 750m river swim, 5k run.

Race Start
Aquathlon: 19:00
5k run: 19:00

Race Entry
Online entry price:
Aquathlon – £11 BTF, £14 Unnattached.
5k – Free

Day entry price:
Aquathlon – £12 BTF, £15 Unnattached.
5k – Free

Registration & Briefing Instructions
Registration and Day Entry: 17:30 to 18:30
Briefing Times: Five minutes prior to race start.
Race numbers and timing chips will be collected from the registration desk on race day. Details of allocated bib numbers will be available online prior to the event and will also be displayed in the registration area at the venue.
BTF members must show a valid BTF licence at registration or purchase a day licence (£3).
Competitors must attend the race briefing on the day. Information on the course and rules relative to competitor safety will be outlined, as well as important BTF information. Please also take the time to read the BTF Rules.
Competitors may not race with somebody else’s number and must not fold bib numbers.

Timing Transponders
Please attach the timing transponder (MYLAPS ProChip) firmly to your left ankle with the strap provided (chip fitting instructions). This will ensure that all finish results (as well as splits) are collected by the system. Timing chips will be collected in the finish funnel or marquee immediately at the end of the race.
Please return your timing chip as soon as you finish (even if you do not complete your race). Lost and unreturned timing chips will be invoiced at £75 each.

For more details on DB Max Triathlon Club visit www.dbmaxtri.co.uk.

DB Max Triathlon Club look forward to welcoming you to Bradford on Avon on race day.