-mile cycle ride and eight-mile cross-country run, though those feeling less courageous can take the event’s half-length option without feeling short-changed of the fantastic views and varied landscapes on offer.Both races start and finish in the bay

LINKS • Ironman Switzerland SITE • Official Ironman Website • Trinewbies.com• Ironman training planIn summer 2004, more than 20 forum members pledged to take on Ironman Switzerland in July 2005 - that's a 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile cycle and 26.2-mile run. Many

to some of the best-organised racing around. Three 5K races on November 19 and December 3 and 16, will see a flurry of over 300 runners take to the quiet cycle paths of Hertfordshire and hammer around a completely flat, out and back course.Each race kicks

Broad, as well as two laps cutting through the village itself – offers spectators ongoing views of the field, making it a great Easter Sunday event for the whole family.Puma Dunsfold 10K (Surrey, April 15) Join more than 5,000 runners at the old

cycling distances. The 10K starts and finishes adjacent to the Wild Animal Park, and leads with a flat/downhill two miles, as the route races through the village of Sellindge. A sharp right turn will take runners to a bridge crossing over the Channel

’s title.Caption in here--For the second year running, Runner’s World presented the winning teams with trophies. St Edmunds Pacers from England were top women’s team, while the men’s award went to Germany and TSV Ronsahl.Don’t worry, though, there’s plenty

In summer 2004, more than 20 forum members pledged to take on Ironman Switzerland in July 2005 - that's a 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile cycle and 26.2-mile run. Many of them - including Jellybabe - were complete triathlon newbies at the time... Here

Ratbag at the Bala Tri in June 2005In summer 2004, more than 20 forum members pledged to take on Ironman Switzerland in July 2005 - that's a 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile cycle and 26.2-mile run. Many of them - including Ratbag - were complete triathlon

of 3,000 runners at each race.First off the blocks is the capital's event, which starts and finishes in the city centre. The route sails past the River Taff, past Cardiff Castle and through Bute Park.Two weeks later, it's Swansea's turn to play host

.4-mile swim, 112-mile cycle, and a full 26.2-mile marathon. This summer's trip saw over 50 forumites board the Pirate ship – including a record number of beginners. Now they're back it's time to catch up with first-timers arctic lady, Nam, PSC, Rio