The racing continues but this time in Central Queensland as the Fitzroy Frogs Triathlon Club prepare for the Tannum Sands Triathlon – a landmark race in their calendar.
Tannum Sands is a unique venue that the club races at twice a year during the season. Boasting a similar format to Emu Park the event offers enticer and sprint options across duathlon, aquathlon and triathlon, meaning there’s an option for everyone no matter their preference.
Boasting a community and family friendly environment the Tannum Sands event encourages people from across the towns to connect, have fun and race hard.
“Tannum is a friendly event for beginners and new triathletes, as well as providing plenty of opportunities for experienced athletes to push themselves,” said club President Helen.
“We expect over 120 athletes to compete across aquathlon, triathlon and duathlon, in Enticer and Sprint distances.”
“Tannum Sands Tri is a fantastic day in the Frogs calendar, as the Capricornia Schools selection trials are included in this event,” she noted.
With schools selection trials also up for grabs Tannum Sands is shaping to be a race you won’t want to miss.
Special shoutout to Tannum Sands Surf Club and 3D multiport coaching who assist with volunteer technical officials.
All the details you need to know:
- The Aquathlon consists of a 200m swim and another 1km run along a path. Longer distance aquathletes have the option of doing the course twice (back-to-back).
- The Aquathlon will be held on the beach once the triathletes have completed the swim portion of their event.
- The enticer triathlon / duathlon begins with a 350m swim (or 2.5km run for duathletes), followed by a 9km ride and finishing with a 2.5km run.
- The sprint triathlon / duathlon begins with two laps of the 350m swim course, including a beach run between laps (or 2.5km run for duathletes), followed by a 20km ride and finishing with a 5km run.
Registrations will close 12pm sharp Friday night before the event so make sure to secure your spot.
