Central Lancashire Junior and Super Sprint Duathlon
The event is held at UCLAN Sports Arena in Preston and takes place entirely within the university grounds, using the crit track and the new athletics track. All running and cycling are off public roads, so the course is traffic free and contained within the site.
The programme includes a full range of junior age-group categories plus sprint and youth categories. All races are timed, and each entry receives a McA Series medal. Water and sweets are provided for participants.
Race Procedures
Transition areas are allocated for each competitor to store bike, running shoes and nutrition; additional storage is not available and participants are asked to keep extra items in their cars. Riders must wear a helmet to be allowed on course. Mount and dismount lines are marked with flags, and participants must not mount or dismount outside these points. Drafting is prohibited and persistent offenders may receive penalties.
Running is anticlockwise on the athletics track with runners keeping left to allow overtaking; cycling is clockwise on the crit track with riders keeping left. Spectators are welcome around the track perimeter but are not permitted on the cycle track. A café is available on site. Ample parking is provided at the venue and registration requires a confirmation email or QR code. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Event Details
- Full Junior waves plus Sprint distances
- McA Series Medal
- Water & Sweets
- Friendly and welcoming event
- Ideal for all abilities
- 100% Traffic Free
- NO DRAFTING - penalties will be given to persistent offenders
Event Briefing Details
Arrival: Please arrive 15 – 30 minutes before your wave start time. Waves start at 10:00.
Car Parking: Ample parking is available at UCLAN.
Registration: Opens around 45 minutes before your wave start time. Bring a copy of your confirmation email for QR code scanning.
Transition Area: Each competitor will have a specific area. Keep unnecessary items in your car.
Spectators Support: Welcome around the cycle track perimeter. A café is on site. Spectators are not permitted on the cycle track. One parent per child may assist in transition setup 15 minutes before the race.
Start: The start line will be marked with a flag on the running track. Each wave will include a mass start.
