A sea-to-forest adventure.

Sprint

Start barefoot on the sands of Traeth Llanddwyn before heading into the open sea. From there, ride out across Ynys Môn and return to Newborough for a fast trail run beneath the pines.

Short enough to be achievable. Wild enough to feel like a proper adventure. Sandman Sprint is an unforgettable introduction to sea swimming, trail running, and racing somewhere extraordinary.

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Important Information

Dates

26 Sep 2027

Location

Distances

Sprint

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Routes

0061 Slatman Triathlon Swim Exit 2015 8919

Swim - 750m

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Bike - 22.8km

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Run - 5.7km

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Route Description

With a beach start and sea swim, lining up on the glorious Newborough beach is an unforgettable feeling. The route is a circuit, but only the sea will decide whether you're pitted against calm waters or white-tipped waves!

Don’t believe the rumours that this Island is flat! There are plenty of climbs and descents on the bike route to keep you on your toes. Starting from Transition in the heart of Newborough Forest, you climb up to the village of Newborough and take a right. Heading along sweeping bends and fast straights, you will then take a left towards Llangaffo, where the roads get noticeably narrower and deserve some respect. Flowing down through the marshlands towards Malltraeth, you will then turn left again back onto the main road in the direction of Newborough. Descend the forest road once more and into transition, ready to get your running shoes on.

The run takes place on the rugged trails of Newborough Forest. Running through the trees and down along the dunes is both wonderful and gruelling. The last 1.5km is almost entirely on sand, but it only makes the accomplishment all the more rewarding.

Pricing

Tier 1 - Individual

Ends: 20/12/2026

£94.99

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Tier 2 - Individual

Ends: 12/09/2027

£99.99

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Tier 3 - Individual

Ends: 24/09/2027

£109.99

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Team Relay Launch Price

Ends: 20/12/2026

£54.99 Per Team Member

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Team entry

Ends: 12/09/2027

£59.99 Per Team Member

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Sprint Distance Adventure Triathlon Bundle

Ends: 11/06/2027

£189.99
Instalment Plan Available Until 1/4/27

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Important Information

Minimum Age

In line with British Triathlon rules, you must be at least 15 years old to take part in this race.

Registration

Registration for the Sprint Triathlon is held on Sunday morning; we will confirm specific times in your Final Instructions, which will be available on the website and via email 10 days before the race.

Registration is usually located in the main Beach car park in Newborough Forest, LL61 6SG.

Wave Start Time

The Sandman event is affected by the tides, and start times change year on year.

The race will start no later than 8.30am. Confirmed timings will be detailed in your Final Instructions, which will be available on the website and via email 10 days before your race.

Waves are allocated using the estimated swim time and/or finish time on your entry.

You'll be able to find out which wave you're in by using our race number checker ahead of the race. Details of this will be emailed to you along with the Final Instructions.

Transition times

Transition opens early on the morning of the event and will close approximately 30 minutes before the first wave starts. You may not enter transition for any reason after the allocated time. Confirmed timings will be detailed in your Final Instructions, which will be available on the website and via email 10 days before your race.

Transition will only be open for racking on the day of the event. It is not possible to leave your bike overnight.

Equipment left in Transition after it closes will be removed, and its security cannot be guaranteed.

Cut Off Times

In the interest of athlete safety and the safety of our volunteers on the course, there will be strict cut-off times in place.

You have a total of 35 minutes to complete your swim and exit transition.
You have a total of 1 hour and 35 minutes to complete your bike and exit transition.
You have a total of 1 hour to complete your run.

Timings are subject to change. Confirmed timings will be detailed in your final instructions. These are emailed to athletes 10 days before the race, and they’ll also be available on our website below.

Prizes

We hold a prize-giving ceremony after the racing; approximate timings will be detailed in the Final Instructions. However, it is a good idea to listen out for any updates that come in over the tannoy. Sometimes the ceremony may be delayed, and we wouldn't want you to miss out. We don't send out prizes after the event, so make sure you attend the ceremony and receive your big Welsh cheer!

Prize Categories for the Sprint Triathlon are (for both open and female):