Capital Duathlon – Australian Standard Duathlon Championships, registration closes Sunday 6 October 2024. Image: Supplied.
The Capital Duathlon, Canberra’s premier multisport event, doubles as the stage for the Australian Standard Duathlon Championships. On October 13th, 2024, competitors will converge on the University of Canberra Stromlo Forest Park to tackle a variety of race distances in a showcase of skill and endurance.
Athletes can look forward to a range of distances to suit every ability, from the energetic first-timers to the most experienced athletes. The super sprint, sprint, and standard distance races offer varied challenges for all participants.
This event not only stands as the ACT’s premier duathlon championship but also takes on national prestige as it welcomes competitors vying for the Australian Standard Duathlon Championship title. It’s a day to push limits, showcase skills, and join in the collective spirit that embodies the thriving triathlon community in the region.
Super Sprint will cover a 4.3km stretch down Uriarra Road before executing a U-turn and returning to the transition area via the opposite side of the road.
Sprint and Standard will venture further down Uriarra Road, for 9.3km (Sprint) and 9.6km (Standard) respectively from the entry to Stromlo Forest Park. This part of the course presents a wonderful view of Canberra’s bushland not often seen from the city, amidst a gently undulating countryside.
Sprint cyclists will execute their U-turn first, and then head back towards the transition area using the other lane. Standard will continue an additional 400m before making their U-turn.
Upon returning, Super Sprint and Sprint will proceed directly back into Stromlo Forest Park and into the transition area, while Standard are required to complete another lap of Uriarra Road, repeating the previously undertaken route.
Upon re-entry into the park, all racers will be directed to transition via a left and then right turn. Dismount your bike before crossing the dismount mat and proceed straight ahead. Take a right turn into the transition area (the same entry used for the run), turning sharply right to reach the rack line. Secure your bike, then continue along the racks and take a left towards the run exit.
Once again, you’ll find yourself on the cross country track. Super Sprint will complete one 2.5km lap, Sprint will tackle two laps totaling 5km, and Standard will finish with four laps for a full 10km. Upon rounding the last bend of your final lap, set your sights on the finish line to complete the race.
The details
What: Capital Duathlon – Australian Standard Duathlon Championships
When: Sunday 13 October 2024
Where: Stromlo Forest Park, Dave McInnes Road, Stromlo
Cost: Registration closes Sunday 6 October, $50 – $162.50
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