Illawarra Aquathon
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Long Aqua
About The Event
The 'LONG AQUA' is our marquee event and takes participants through a challenging yet achievable two lap 900m swim and picturesque traffic free flat 7km run past north beach and through Puckies nature estate. Open to all ages, 14yrs+ in both individual and teams options. The Long Aqua steps up the challenge with a course achievable those who are willing to put in a bit more of an effort.
- Individual Ages: U20, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
- Tag Team: Junior/Open (any age mix)/Masters (both 45yrs+) and Parent & childU20
- START: 8am (refer wave starts below)
- Read below for 'check in' registration and event description details
Course Description
900m swim
- 900m sheltered harbour swim
- Two laps - exit and run 20m in between
- 6 start groups - male, female, team seperate
- REFER start times below
- Wetsuits: allowed if water is 21 degrees or below.
7km Run
- Safe, picturesque and widely praised course taking in the scenic Wollongong 'blue mile'
- Complete the short 1.5km than proceeds north along the flat cycle way, and return via Puckies nature reserve (flat dirt track), than final 1.5km stuart park to finish line. see map
- Waters station: 1.5km, 3.5, 5km & end (include refreshments)
SWIM WAVES
Group A: +0min Male 50yrs+ (ind)
+2.00MIN Male U30 (ind)
+5MIN Male 30-49yrs
Group B: +25 Team Male
+28 MIN Female Individual (all)
Group C: +30MIN TEAM (Mix/Female)
(may be changed on day)
CHECK IN:
6.25am - 7.45am: Belmore basin race site. Ensure line up MIN 40min prior to registration close. Collect entry kit with time chip, swim cap, sponsor goods.
DUAL LONG & SHORT DISCOUNT ENTRY
Discount 'combo' individual entry at online portal - Short Aqua $15. This is at the 'merchandise' section of online entry portal.
BUT NOTE: LONG AQUA starts first for the day, and for those considering the do the LONG/SHORT combination in most cases the timing allows sufficient periods to complete the long and enter the short. it is though highly advisable to check start times to gauge if this is suitable option.
Teams "Buddy Up"
- Tag Team (Swimmer + Runner)
- Male, female, Mix
- Junior, Open, Masters, & Parent & Child U20
INFO:
Teams are a key part of the LONG AQUA and make for perfect way for a swimmer to buddy up with a runner. Plenty of age groups, and a great way for a swimmer and runner to team up!
Team swimmers wear the velcro time chip, and exit swim to a 'TEAM CHANGE' located about 30m from shore to where you runner is waiting in enclosed section marked 'TEAM CHANGE'. The velcro time band is your relay baton, swimmer and runner swap this (easiest runner takes off swimmer), places on left ankle and proceed out main exit for7k run.