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What events and distances comprises the Chicago Triathlon?
The Chicago triathlon includes a 1.5 kilometer swim, a 40 kilometer cycle race and a 10 kilometer run.
What sports are in a triathlon?
a triathlon contains swimming running and bicycling
What is a mini triathlon?
A mini triathlon is shorter (in terms of overall distance) event that is designed to allow new triathletes to better their skills, or to encourage fitness enthusiasts to try the sport of triathlon (Swim + Bike + Run). Amongst the triathlon community, there are no standard distances for a mini triathlon; however, the distances would be on the order of: Swim (100 yds to 1/4 mile) Bike (6 miles to 12 miles) Run (1 mile to 3 miles) There are some generally accepted standard triathlon distances for longer events: Iron Distance (2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike, 26.2 mile run) Half Iron Distance (1.2 mile swim, 56 mile bike, 13.1 mile run) Olympic Distance (1.5 km swim, 40 km bike, 10 km run) A mini-triathlon may also be labelled, "Super-sprint", "sprint", "try-a-tri", "give it a tri"
How many events are in a triathlon?
Three. The triathlon contains segments of swimming, cycling, and running. A 'full' triathlon consists of a 2.4 mile (3.8 km) swim, 112 mile (180 km) cycle, followed by a marathon run (26.2 miles, 42.195 km). The triathlon in the Olympics consists of a .93 mile (1.5 km) swim, 24.8 mile (40 km) cycle, and a 6.2 mile (10 km) run.
What is the Definition of a triathlon?
Tri - Means Three Athlon - Means Competition A Triathlon literally refers to any competition of three sports/activities. However, it has linked with the Swim/Bike/Run competition, that goes by the name "Triathlon".
How far do you swim in a 70.3 marathon?
The 70.3 half Ironman is a triathlon not a marathon. It consist of an 1.2 mile swim, 56 mile bike, and an 13.1 mile run.
What are SBRs?
It means : "swim, bike, run" (triathlon) :} Although if you are talking about the V8 supercars team SBR it is Stone Brothers Racing
What event consists of a 2.4 mile swim a 112 mile bicycle ride and a 26.2 mile run?
The event is known as the Ironman Triathlon.
What types of gear should a person get to prepare for a triathlon?
You need basic swim, bike and run equipment to prepare for a triathlon. Especially if you are a beginner and not on a competitive level. You should start with the most basic equipment. For the swim you need a pair of goggles,swim suit, and or wetsuit. You can use any bike, but try using a bike that suits the distance you will be traveling. A good pair of running shoes for the run and comfortable athletic wear.
What does the word triathlon mean?
Triathlon is a multi stage event where competitors perform a distance swim (usually in open water) followed by a cycle followed by a run - all in sequence with no breaks other than the changeover of dress / equipment.
In an olympic triathlon which stage is the longest?
usually the bike. Pros swim around 17 mins, bike under an hour, and run around 30min or less.
How long do you have to run in the Olympic triathlon?
The running portion of the Olympic triathlon is 10k.
