SalTri & Aquabike: MediaCityUK, Salford Quays
SalTri & Aquabike is a triathlon and aquabike event held at MediaCityUK and Salford Quays. The event on Sunday 2nd August 2026 uses Dock 9 for open water swimming and includes bike and run courses around the Quays and nearby Trafford roads.
The bike course is fast and flat and is run over multiple laps on a mix of closed and open roads in Trafford and The Quays. The run route passes landmarks such as the Lowry Theatre and the Imperial War Museum North. Race formats include standard and sprint distances, plus relay and aquabike options. Entry fees are listed per event category and a booking fee is added at entry.
Race services include bespoke medals, a goody bag and swim cap, trophies and prizes for overall and category champions, race commentary, race photography, live timing with online results, first aid support and marshals. The event also features a post-race gathering described as a party.
Distances for the main formats:
- Standard swim: 1.5 km
- Sprint swim: 750 m
- Standard bike: 43.7 km
- Sprint bike: 21.8 km
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