Fishguard Sprint Triathlon Race Profile

Info on the route: 

Athletes begin their race with a 750m sheltered swim in Fishguard Bay, followed by a 13 mile bike course through a section across the North of the county. Athletes will head into the small community village of Mathry before transitioning into the final phase of the triathlon, for the three mile sprint. The final discipline takes place across the beautiful coastal breakwater that prevented the final invasion of Britain in 1797. 

The Fishguard Sprint Triathlon is an excellent event for first timers looking to get into triathlons and multi-sports events. 

 

Why should I take part? We have teamed up with Sea Trust Wales – A Pembrokeshire based marine wildlife conversation charity. For each athlete that enters, money from their entry will be donated to this charity to help educate and raise awareness for caring for Pembrokeshire’s marine wildlife. Fishguard Sprint Triathlon is open to age 14+ and is an ideal opportunity for young athletes, firs timers and experienced athletes to participate in. It is a fantastic event all-round, with incredible views, community support and history and heritage along the way. 

First Timers:

• Get all of your kit and equipment organised prior to the event.
• Start to fuel your body with the right food the week before
• Don’t try new products or methods on the day of the event – stick with fuelling products and sporting practices that you know and are comfortable with.
• Bananas are a great pre-race snack, but be careful you don’t overload before the swim for your own safety.
• Get to know the event rules in plenty of time. These are to ensure the safety and fairness of all athletes.
• Take full advantage of resources – read up before the event and attend any first timer or pre-race briefings that have been organised.

We have a more in-depth checklist and information guide for first timers via: https://www.activitywalesevents.com/guides/first-timer-guide-triathlon/

https://www.fishguardtriathlon.com/athletes/first-timers/  

 

Spectators: Spectating can also be a stressful experience – Where to go? Where to eat? We’ve got you covered.

We use What3Words easy navigation app to help locate areas faster and more efficiently. Download the app and simply put in the three.navigation.words noted above for your desired location and the app will guide you there directly.

 

 

Where to eat?

The Rose and Crown – squeaking.huts.totally

Ocean Lab – domain.winning.rice

The Royal Oak – grafted.siesta.approve

 

Toilets:

Quay Street Restroom - onlookers.become.molars

Near The Parrog – managed.handyman.wimp

 

Parking:

Near the Parrog - Muffin.bravery.skylights

Station Hill Parking – listings.goofy.serious