Triathlon | Triathlon Y Bala 2026

Triathlon Y Bala 2026 Triathlon Bala Sprint Triathlon

The Bala Sprint Triathlon is perfect for beginners and more experienced athletes. With flat courses in stunning scenery, it's a fun, speedy and supportive race.

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Sprint Distance Series

Take on the Sprint Distance Closed Road Triathlon Series and experience the thrill of two iconic Welsh races — Llandudno Triathlon and Triathlon Y Bala. With the Season Pass, you’ll secure your place at both events, receive an exclusive series hoodie, and feature in the official series results. Fast, fun, and fiercely competitive; it’s the perfect challenge for athletes who love to go full throttle from start to finish.

Places are strictly limited to just 100 athletes, so don’t miss your chance to be part of this exclusive series. Grab your Season Pass below!

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Important Information

Dates

06 Sep 2026

Location

Bala

Distances

Sprint

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Routes

Lake Swim - 750m

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Bike - 20km

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Run - 5km

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Route Description

The iconic Bala triathlon begins with a water start in the famous Llyn Tegid with Aran Fawddwy providing a dramatic backdrop. After an out and back swim, you will head into transition to get ready for the stunning bike section. Don’t let the mountainous scenery fool you as you head out of transition on the fast and flat bike route. The bike route follows the western shore of the lake, before cutting through the lowlands of southern Eryri (Snowdonia), turning, and heading back towards Bala. The run continues in a similar vein to the bike, a fast and flat 5km to finish a spectacular race. The perfect route for beginners or a great opportunity for a PB for experienced racers!

Pricing

Tier 1 Individual

Ends: 12/10/2025

£89.99

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Tier 2 Individual

Ends: 23/08/2026

£96.99

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Tier 3 Individual

Ends: 04/09/2026

£106.99

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Relay Team Entry

Ends: 23/08/2026

£125.99

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Closed Road Triathlon Series Season Pass

Ends: 26/06/2026

£179.99
Instalment Plan Available until 1/3/26

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Important Information

What's Included

Spectacular location
On course support
Drink station in transition (Water, High5 & High5 gels)
Fully signed & marshalled course
Professional timing - chip timed, live results & sms text result
Access to event village - music, commentary, food vendors and shopping
Locally sourced Welsh slate finisher coaster
Partner giveaway
Always Aim High Events giveaway

Minimum Age

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

Registration

You will need to attend registration to pick up your race pack. Registration will be open on both Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning - we will confirm specific times in your Final Instructions, which will be available on the website and via email 10 days prior to the race.

Registration for the race will take place in the Leisure centre, Byw'n Iach Penllyn HERE

Wave Start Times

Wave start times are usually approximately 09:00hrs, but will be confirmed in your Final Instructions approximately 10 days before the race.

Waves are allocated using the estimated finish time on your entry.

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

Transition

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 45 minutes to complete your swim and exit transition.
You have 1h35mins to complete your bike and exit transition.
You have 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 information on 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):