Distance: 1.5K/ 42K/ 10KWhen: June 12Where: Knockburn Loch, AberdeenshireFirst man: Andrew Brierley 2:11:07First woman: Rachel Boyd 2:23:45Last finisher: 3:42:14No of finishers: 107As triathlon increases in popularity, event organisers need to find
, with some lazy boating included, rather than one of the toughest middle-distance triathlons in the country.The 1.9K swim in the beautiful but bitterly cold Ullswater Lake was shortened owing to strong winds, bringing swimmers into the safety of a sheltered
problems, although cyclists had to be alert on the narrow descents and corners.The five-lap 5K run along the lake shore and trails was flat, but a couple of swing-gates and one short, sharp hill provided enough of a challenge. Daniel Hockley was first out
good thing. It's made me appreciate cycling more and tearing down trails has become as enjoyable as a long run.I've even started swimming again and my thoughts have already turned to a solo triathlon after our team relay. Mind you, hand me a race entry
When we decided to take on a relay triathlon, I was full of beans for a new challenge - that is until we drew straws and I heard my discipline, cycling.It's fair to say that I've never been a cycling enthusiast. A few too many close shaves
