Duathlon and Triathlon in the UK

Duathlon

Duathlon is a combination of two individual sports, Running and Cycling. A typical duathlon consists of three stages, starting with a run, followed by a cycle section and finishing off with another run.

A standard distance duathlon consists of a 10km Run, 40km Cycle, 5km run. There are variations of this which are both longer and shorter, natuarally for younger age groups the distances are shorter. To find out more about the distances of the races in this event please refer to the "Event Information" section of this website.

Duathlon heritage in Scotland and the UK

British duathletes have an impressive duathlon record, boasting many medalists at both World and European Championships, and will be hoping to continue that theme in Edinburgh.

2008 Rimini ITU Duathlon World Championships

Elite Men - Paul Amey, Gold
Elite Women - Catriona Morrison, Silver
Under 23 Men - Ritchie Nicholls, Bronze
Junior Women - Sophie Coleman, Gold

2007 Gyor ITU World Duathlon Championships

Elite Men - Paul Amey, Gold
Elite Women - Michelle Dillon, Silver
Junior Men - Alistair Brownlee, Silver

2007 Richmond ITU Long Distance Duathlon World Championships

Elite Women - Catriona Morrison, Gold
Elite Women - Michelle Lee, Silver

2007 Edinburgh ETU Duathlon European Championships

Elite Men - Tom Lowe, Bronze
Elite Women - Catriona Morrison, Gold
Junior Men - Mark Threlfall, Silver
Junior Women - Sophie Coleman, Gold
Junior Women - Kirsty McWilliam, Silver

Duathlon in the UK

There is a strong Duathlon scene throughout the UK, including a British Championships as well as Scottish and Welsh Duathlon Championships. There is also a five race duathlon ranking series held throughout the UK called the Taut British Duathlon Ranking Series. More details can be found on www.britishtriathlon.org

How to get involved in Duathlon and Triathlon in the Scotland, England and Wales

If you would like to find out more about taking part in the sport of Duathlon, Triathlon and Aquathlon then please visit www.britishtriathlon.org

Here you will find full listings of all the Clubs in the UK, as well as all the events that take place. You can also find more information about volunteering, officiating and the other activities of the home nations.