Fri. 16 Feb. 2018
Khor Fakkan, Sharjah, AE
Event description
Calling all triathletes!

Are you ready to take part in the only long distance triathlon on the East Coast? This is not your traditional swim, bike and run event, it's a real game changer.

This course will test the strongest of sportsmen and sportswomen and is the perfect race for serious triathletes who are looking to push themselves that little bit further, whilst having fun!

The 2km swim takes place in a natural bay in the Indian Ocean, along the beautiful coast line of Khorfakkan.

The 106km bike course runs over the mountains of Khorfakkan and Fujairah, with over 10% gradient.

The 15km run will see participants make their way along the corniche and into the mountains of Khorfakkan before returning to the Oceanic Hotel and crossing the finish line.

Stay at the Oceanic Khorfakkan Resort & Spa for the race weekend. To enquire about rates email: [email protected] and use the promotion code in the subject line: EASTCOAST123

Hotel availability in the Oceanic Hotel, Khorfakkan is subject to availability.

Full details can be found on the official facebook page www.oceanictriathlonseries.com.
Location
Venue
The Oceanic Khorfakkan Resort & Spa
Address
Corniche Road
City
Khor Fakkan, Sharjah
Country
United Arab Emirates
Race
Long course
Fri. 16 Feb. 2018
06:15
2 km
106 km
15 km
Registration
Registration open
Fri. 14 Apr. 2017
Registration close
Mon. 8 Jan. 2018 or sooner if the event is fully-booked.
Participation
Individual athletes and teams
Refund policy
Fees are non-refundable.
Practical info
Race pack collection
At Revolution Cycles (http://rcdxb.com/location/) on Tue. 13th February 2018 (10:00 - 19:00) and at race venue on Thu. 15th February 2018 (17:00 - 21:00).
Transport to start
No, own transport
Transport from finish
No, own transport
Course / track / circuit
Difficulty
Moderate
Support stations
2 hydration stations along the running course.
Highlights
Beautiful scenery and challenging bike course. Family orientated race venue
Spectators area(s)
From the Oceanic Hotel Khorfakkan.
Facilities & services
Medical
Registered Nurse and / or Emergency Medical services present.
Parking
Available at the Oceanic Hotel Khorfakkan.
Toilets
Changing rooms
Athletes recovery area
Showers
Timing & certification
Timing
Automated timing
MyLaps ChampionChip by Sports Timing Services
Certificate
No certificates
Medals
Finisher medals
Trophies
Prizes for male & female age category winners & overall winners (1st, 2nd, 3rd)
Race

Long course

Distance
  • 2 km
  • 106 km
  • 15 km
Start date
Fri. 16 Feb. 2018
Start time
06:15
Start location
The Oceanic Khorfakkan Resort & Spa, Khor Fakkan
Finish location
The Oceanic Khorfakkan Resort & Spa, Khor Fakkan
Cut-off
3h 15m
Age categories
/ 18-24
/ 25-29
/ 30-34
/ 35-39
/ 40-44
/ 45-49
/ 50-54
/ 55-59
/ 60-64
/ 65-69
/ 70-74
/ 75-99
Team categories
/ 18-99
Note(s)
Breakfast included (for participants)
Map & accomodation
Organisation
Event contact
A. Davidson
Phone
+971 (0)4 3210008