Posted 5 years ago by Snizl for Visit Nottinghamshire
The Outlaw Triathlon 2018
Event Dates
11:00am, Sun Jul 29th
9:00pm, Sun Jul 29th
About this Event
The ninth Outlaw Triathlon is all set for summer 2018. One of Nottingham's key sporting events, the Outlaw has become (almost) even more legendary than Robin Hood, the Major Oak and Brian Clough!
Those who have conquered the Outlaw Triathlon are remembered in local folklore for having outwitted the Sheriff to complete a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike ride and 26.2 mile run. As long as you can cover the distance in 17 hours or less, you will become an Outlaw. Six men have completed it every year since the Outlaw was launched in 2010; can they come back and finish it for a ninth time this year? And will you be joining them as a competitor or spectator?
Nottingham's National Water Sports Centre hosts the Outlaw with the swim taking place in the regatta lake. A mass start is followed by a single out and back course makes the swim easy to navigate. With transition right next to the swim exit you'll have every opportunity to set a super-quick time and even faster escape onto your bike. The roads around Nottingham offer great surfaces for fast riding and only the odd short climb to challenge you. The bike course is fast, but don't underestimate it - it's not totally flat and you'll need to use your whit and experience to get around it with enough left in the legs for the run, and be prepared for it to be very tough if it's a windy day!
Those who have conquered the Outlaw Triathlon are remembered in local folklore for having outwitted the Sheriff to complete a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike ride and 26.2 mile run. As long as you can cover the distance in 17 hours or less, you will become an Outlaw. Six men have completed it every year since the Outlaw was launched in 2010; can they come back and finish it for a ninth time this year? And will you be joining them as a competitor or spectator?
Nottingham's National Water Sports Centre hosts the Outlaw with the swim taking place in the regatta lake. A mass start is followed by a single out and back course makes the swim easy to navigate. With transition right next to the swim exit you'll have every opportunity to set a super-quick time and even faster escape onto your bike. The roads around Nottingham offer great surfaces for fast riding and only the odd short climb to challenge you. The bike course is fast, but don't underestimate it - it's not totally flat and you'll need to use your whit and experience to get around it with enough left in the legs for the run, and be prepared for it to be very tough if it's a windy day!