I'm no triathlete myself (can't swim much), but I reckon my kids would enjoy an informal children's event if such things exist.They are ages 7 & 11, can swim 800m+ and manage fun runs up to 1.5 miles.Do suitable events exist? Yes, basically

.. but there are lots of shorter races.aquathlons are swim-run .. also good for a start.duathlons & aquathlons tend to be early & late in the season (i.e. now & early next year)you should be able to find a 'novice' tri which is often 200m swim... and suitably short bike

does anyone know of any run and swim races? ive heard of run and bike or swim and bike but im not really up to the cycling yetthanks Aquathons I think theyre called, ill have a look and see what I can find. aquathlon (biathlon is skiing and shooting

In reading Dr Nic's response on another thread about Pool Tri's, I am now not that keen. I did 2 tri's last year and am already in for London this year. Where else can I get open water rather than pool swims (and not too hilly other bits

2005 was my first year doing sprint tris, and am completely hooked.I have entered London for August next year, but wondered what is everyone's favourite olympic distance triathlon.Second question is what about sprints with an outdoor swim as build

... Triathlons in the uk run roughly May-September - but there are plenty of aquathon and duathlon series outside these times. Welcome to the forums and good luck. yep - what Waff says is about right (I'd say April not May) although you can always go overseas

Swimming Society.“The swim across the 0.6 mile stretch between Jura and Scarba is not to be taken lightly. At high tide, the water rushes through this stretch at 8.4 knots and creates a fascinating series of whirlpools and water patterns, due to a deep hole

pounds less. It's not the best HRM in the world, but it gives you the option of adding on the GPS Speed & Distance module at a later date. I have tried the HRM with straps and find them uncomfortable. Also, I was wanting to use it swimming which you can

this year with an extra run. It will be cold, might rain and you will get wet. People really enjoy it though! (well most of them do.) Its a small event which is part of our charity series of races. The benefitting charity is drawn from a hat at a club

in the same movement.Sean Hi Sean,I am doing the Eton swim that is part of the Speedo Open Water Series. This is my first race... what would be you top tips for getting through this?ThanksArchie Hi Power,As before - practice with your eyes closed until you