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Triathlon Y Bala 2026 Triathlon Bala Standard triathlon

The Bala Standard Triathlon is an iconic race that has captured many hearts and minds! With flat road courses in stunning scenery, it's a fun, speedy and supportive race.

We are thrilled that the Triathlon y Bala Standard Distance has been chosen to host the following events in 2026:

British Championships
Welsh Triathlon Super Series Grand Final
European Championship Age Group Qualifier

This will be your chance to prove yourself in the stunning setting of Bala in North Wales and gain your place on the GB Age-Group Team. Athletes must register their intent to qualify for the age group qualifier race only by 5pm on the Friday before the qualifying race (4th Sept). Please click here to register your intent to qualify.

To compete in the Super Series, all athletes must hold a Welsh Triathlon or home nation membership. Visit the Welsh Triathlon website for more information.

To compete in the British Championships, all athletes must hold a home nation membership. Visit the British Triathlon website for more information.

Standard Distance Series

Ready to go the distance? The Standard Distance Closed Road Triathlon Series combines two of North Wales’ most spectacular races, Llandudno Triathlon and Triathlon Y Bala, into one unforgettable season. Grab your Season Pass to guarantee your entry to both, earn your exclusive series hoody, and see how you rank in the overall series standings.
Only 100 Season Passes are available — secure yours today and be part of this limited field of athletes. Grab your Season Pass below!

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Route Description
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Important Information

Dates

06 Sep 2026

Location

Bala

Distances

Standard

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Routes

Llyn Tegid at the start of the Bala Triathlon

Lake Swim - 1500m

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Bike - 37km

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Run - 10km

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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 38km 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 10km 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

£105.99

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Tier 2 Individual

Ends: 23/08/2026

£114.99

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Tier 3 Individual

Ends: 04/09/2026

£125.99

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Relay Team Entry

Ends: 04/09/2026

£141.99

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Closed Road Triathlon Series Season Pass

Ends: 26/06/2026

£209.99
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 online results & sms text result
Access to event village - music, commentary, food vendors and shopping
Locally sourced Welsh slate finisher coaster
Partner give-away
Always Aim High give-away

Minimum Age

In line with British Triathlon rules you must be at least 17 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 normally approximately 09:00hrs. Conformation of the exact times will be sent to you in the Final Instructions, approximately 10 days before the event.

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 prior to 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 1 hour and 5 minutes to complete your swim and exit transition.
You have 2 hours to complete your bike and exit transition.
You have 1 hour and 30 minutes 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 prior to the race, and they’ll also be available 10 days prior to the race on our website.

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 Standard Triathlon are (for both open and female):