The Little Bo peep Triathlon has been an annual event run by Kenmare Triathlon club since 2006, Each yeah it has grown from strength to strength as more and more athletes have taken part. This year sees, for the first time, the event run as part of the prestigious Triathlon Ireland National Series. This has increased athletic interest in the race from even more, but of course entering is the easy part…
…The course itself is the hard part. 1.5km swing followed by a 40km cycle finished off with a 10kn run. The 1.5kn swim takes place in a sheltered part of Kenmare bay; the 40km cycle will travel along arguably some of the most beautiful scenery in Ireland. Cycle will include some steep uphill climbing and some speedy straights. The 10km run challenges athlete’s endurance along country back roads around the picturesque town of Kenmare.
This triathlon event runs throughout the weekend with a pre-match get together held in Brook Lane Hotel on Friday July 26th from 7pm, Some pre-race food & entertainment along with registrations and athlete talks. The triathlon itself crosses the start line at 10am on Saturday July 27th, with a children’s Dualathlon held on Sunday race starting at 2pm.
For more information on the Pre-race get together or accommodation contact: 064 6642077 or visit the website: http://www.brooklanehotel.com/
For some pre-race energy why not enjoy one of No 35 delicious pasta dishes or a homemade pizza, For reservations please contact 064 6641559
