Triathlon
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The ultimate test of endurance
Swimming against the tide is something we are very good at in the collective. Cycling for inclusion will be the next step. Running for diversity is the cherry on top of a unique challenge that always tests our physical and mental limits. You start in the Marina, all in an incomparable setting.
Come reach the finish line and, as always, strive for your personal best.
Remember that you will need to show your accreditation when accessing to the competition.
What to Bring:
🏊 Swim: Swimsuit, goggles, swim cap, wetsuit, … Read more
🚴 Bike: Bicycle, helmet, cycling shoes and appropriate clothing, repair kit / spare tube / pump, race number holder or belt, … Read more
🏃 Run: Running shoes, running apparel, race bib, … Read more
🧴 General / Personal: Towel, water bottle(s), sunscreen, hat, or visor, … Read more
Sport fee
General registration
$245.00
Residents in Spain
$165.00
(special price, 32% off)
+
Sport fee
$70.00
15% discount for residents in Valencia 10% discount for residents in Spain
HOW
- Men, women and all gender can participate in the same triathlon event; however, there will be separate medal divisions for male, female and all gender participants in all age categories.
- The Triathlon distance are:
- Long Course: Olympic Distance (order of events: Swim, Bike, Run):
- 1.5K Swim;
- 40K Bike;
- 10K Run
- Short Course: Sprint Distance (order of events: Swim, Bike, Run):
- 750-meter Swim,
- 20K Bike,
- 5K Run
- Long Course: Olympic Distance (order of events: Swim, Bike, Run):
- The competition follows the rules of World Triathlon (formerly ITU).
- For the Sprint distance, mountain bikes (MTB), bicycles without aero bars, and city bikes are allowed.
- For the Olympic distance, the use of a road bike with a traditional drop handlebar is mandatory.
- Drafting is allowed during the competition. The use of aero bars / time trial bikes is prohibited.
- Transition areas are supervised and electronically timed.
WHEN
Training
Competition
| SPORT | 27 JUNE | 28 JUNE | 29 JUNE | 30 JUNE | 1 JULY | 2 JULY | 3 JULY | 4 JULY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Triathlon |
SPRINT
Friday 26 June – Race pack collection + Briefing
- 04pm – 08pm Race pack collection – Malvarrosa Beach – Explanada Isabel de Villena
- 04pm – 08pm EXPO – Malvarrosa Beach – Explanada Isabel de Villena
- 07pm Technical briefing for both distances (Sprint and Olympic)
Saturday 27 June
- 06:45am – 02pm Race pack collection for all distances – Malvarrosa Beach – Explanada Isabel de Villena
- 07am – 07:45am Bike and equipment check-in for SPRINT – C/José Ballester Gozalvo, Malvarrosa Beach – transition area
- 07:15am – 12:30pm Bag drop service
- 07am – 02pm EXPO – Malvarrosa Beach – Explanada Isabel de Villena
- Sprint Starts
- 08am – 08:30am Other non–Gay Games XII València 2026 starts
- 08:35am Gay Games XII València 2026 Sprint start (all categories together)
- 11:30am Sprint award ceremony – Malvarrosa Beach – Explanada Isabel de Villena
- Equipment collection from the transition area: from 10:00 to 11:30, after the race finishes
OLYMPIC
Friday 26 June – Briefing
- 07pm Technical briefing for both distances (Sprint and Olympic)
Saturday 27 June – Race pack collection
- 04pm – 08pm Race pack collection – Malvarrosa Beach – Explanada Isabel de Villena
- 04pm – 08pm EXPO – Malvarrosa Beach – Explanada Isabel de Villena
Sunday 28 June
- 06:45am – 09am Olympic race pack collection – Malvarrosa Beach – Explanada Isabel de Villena
- 07am – 07:45am Bike and equipment check-in for OLYMPIC – C/José Ballester Gozalvo, Malvarrosa Beach – transition area
- 07am – 12pm Bag drop service
- 07am – 02pm EXPO – Malvarrosa Beach – Explanada Isabel de Villena
- Olympic Starts
- 08am – 08:25am Other non–Gay Games XII València 2026 starts
- 08:30am Gay Games XII València 2026 Olympic start (all categories together)
- 12:30pm Award ceremony – Malvarrosa Beach – Explanada Isabel de Villena
- Equipment collection from the transition area: from 11:00am to 12:30pm
WHO
Separate categories for male, female and all gender participants
- 18-29
- 30-34
- 35-39
- 40-44
- 45-49
- 50-54
- 55-59
- 60-64
- 65-69
- 70-74
- 75+
WHAT
What to Bring
🏊 Swim
- Swimsuit or tri-suit (one-piece or two-piece allowed).
- Goggles – mandatory for open-water swim.
- Swim cap – provided by the organizers and must be worn during the swim.
- Wetsuit – allowed or required depending on water temperature (per World Triathlon / ITU rules).
🚴 Bike
- Bicycle – road bike in good working condition, with traditional drop handlebars only.
- Helmet – mandatory and must meet approved safety standards (CE, ANSI, or equivalent).
- Cycling shoes and appropriate clothing.
- Repair kit / spare tube / pump – recommended, as neutral support may be limited.
- Race number holder or belt – for bib display.
🏃 Run
- Running shoes suitable for road or mixed terrain.
- Running apparel – breathable and weather-appropriate.
- Race bib (provided by organizers) – must be visible on the front during the run.
🧴 General / Personal
- Towel and water bottle(s).
- Sunscreen, hat, or visor for sun protection.
Provided by Organizers
- Official swim cap, race bibs, and timing chip.
- Transition area space for each athlete.
- Medical and first aid services on site.
- Refreshment stations on course (water, electrolytes, fruit, gels).
WHERE
This registration is also for you if you live with a disability.
Our facilities are adapted and accessible to everyone; however, for this sport there may be limitations in terms of such modifications. If you need more information, please contact us.
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