The inaugural Ras Al Khaimah Triathlon will feature an action packed morning of racing taking you all over Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah - showcasing the amazing scenery of the island.
The course is flat and fast so perfect for first timers and will also allow the more advanced triathletes the opportunity of posting some fast times. All ages and abilities are welcome to enter with 4 different distances to choose from. Enter as relay team of 2 or 3 athletes and turn it in to a fun race!
Turn the race in to a stay-cation and maximise what Ras Al Khaimah has to offer with special room rates from DoubleTree By Hilton Al Marjan Island! To book a room use this link please.
https://doubletree3.hilton.com/en_US/dt/search/findhotels/index.htm

• How do I find my race number?

  Race Numbers will be allocated once entries close and be available for download from 10am on the Wednesday before the Race.

• Race Pack Collection & Check In Info:

  RACE PACK COLLECTION on RACE DAY:
  Race packs can be collected from Race Check In on the day
  Once you know your race number, proceed directly to the Race pack collection desk and collect your race pack.

• What time does the race start?

  8:00 am Start, you must have checked in and received your timing chip 30 minutes before your race start.

• Water Stations:

  Water will be supplied by the organizers and feature at 2 stations on the Run course as well as at the finish line.
  No water stations will be available on the bike course.
  Participants may bring their own beverages as long as they are consumed within the transition area.

• Race Numbers & Timing Chips:

  These will be included in your race pack and bib number must correspond to your chip number.
  Your race data consists of your race number, first & last names, your age category, and the event you have entered.
  Please check these and if there are any errors, email us as soon as possible so that we may correct your details, otherwise it may lead to incorrect race results and the wrong athletes receiving prizes at prize giving.
  Numbers must be worn for bike and run legs.
  Timing chip to be worn from start to finish.
  Bibs and chips to be returned after finishing the race.

• Bike Mechanics:

  Pre-Race: VELO PRESTO mechanics will be available from the beginning of registration on race day to assist with any basic repairs and maintenance on a first-come first-served basis. VELO PRESTO will not be able to assemble bicycles or carry out any complex or time-consuming repairs e.g. hydraulic systems etc.

• Race Day Program:

  06h30: Race Check In Opens, Transition Set Up and Warm Up
  07h45: Race Briefing for ALL on beach.
  08h00: Start –Super Sprint 13+ years Individual & Relay, Male & Female together
  08h05: Start –Junior Super Sprint: Under 13 years Individual & Relay, Male & Female together
  08h15: Start –Olympic Male Individual
  08h20: Start –Sprint Male Individual
  08h25: Start –Olympic & Sprint Female Individual and Olympic & Sprint Relay Teams
  10h00: Junior Super Sprint & Super Sprint Prize Giving
  10h30: TRANSITION OPENS
  10h30: Sprint Prize Giving
  11h00: Race Cut off Time for Olympic Prize Giving
  11h05: Olympic Prize Giving
  11h30: Official Race Cut Off Time for all distances

• Age Groups & Distances:

  Age Groups are calculated as per your age on race day.
  JUNIOR SUPER SPRINT – 180m swim, 5km cycle, 1.25km run
  0 – 8 years, 9 – 12 years, Relay
  UAE National Top 3
  SUPER SPRINT- 375m swim, 10km cycle, 2.5km run
  0 – 18 years, 19 years+, Relay
  UAE National Top 3
  SPRINT – 750m swim, 20km cycle, 5km run
  0 – 18 years, 19 – 29 years, 30 – 34 years, 35 – 39 years, 40 – 44 years, 45 – 49 years, 50 – 54 years, 55 years+, Relay
  UAE National Top 3
  OLYMPIC – 1.5km swim, 40km cycle, 10km run
  0 – 18 years, 19 – 29 years, 30 – 34 years, 35 – 39 years, 40 – 44 years, 45 – 49 years, 50 – 54 years, 55 years+, Relay
  UAE National Top 3

• Where is the race taking place?

  At the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah

• Parking Info:

  Opposite the transition area across the road from Double Tree by Hilton

• Course Highlights / Difficulty Level:

  Flat and Fast! So ideal for all ages and abilities with the course surrounded by calm pristine waters from the Arabian Gulf.

• What are the support stations and where are they placed?

  3 x water stations out on the run course: 500m, 1.25km and 2km and vice versa for on the way back and 1 at the finish line. Finish line will stock apples and bananas as well as rehydration drinks.

• Race Photos:

  The available race photos can be found on Facebook: Super Sports Events and are posted 72 hours after race finish. Individual photos are not included in the race fee nor guaranteed.

• Event Information:

  All information regarding the Race (Race Briefing, Race Course etc.) can be found in the Event Downloads section of this Race (on the right side of this page), so ensure you have a clear understanding of the rules and regulations as well as what the course will look like / entail.