Q.Is Upton Triathlon suitable for beginners?

A.Yes. Upton Triathlon welcomes athletes of different experience levels, including people taking part in their first triathlon. The Sprint distance provides a shorter option, while relay and multisport events offer alternatives for people who don't want to complete the full triathlon.

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Q.Where is Upton Triathlon?

A.Upton Triathlon takes place at Fish Meadow in Upton-upon-Severn, Worcestershire. The event is approximately 45 minutes from Birmingham and 1 hour from Bristol.

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QI.s Upton Triathlon an early morning race?

A.No. All adult races take place on Saturday afternoon, with starts from 12:30pm.

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Q.What makes Upton Triathlon different?

A. It's designed as more than just a race. Athletes can camp on site, enjoy food and stay after racing for the post-race atmosphere and DJ.

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Q.What type of swim does Upton Triathlon have?

A.The swim takes place downstream in open water in the River Severn.

 

Q.What distances are available?

A.Sprint and Standard triathlon distances are available, alongside relay, aquathlon, aquabike and duathlon options.

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Q: I can't race any more, can I get a refund?

A: Plans change—we get it. 

100% refund: cancellation 12+ weeks before the Event

• 75% refund: cancellation 8–11 weeks before

• 50% refund: cancellation 2–7 weeks before

• No refunds: within 14 days of the Event

4.2 Refunds exclude the booking/processing fee charged by our entry platform.

4.3 Duplicate entries or accidental multiple payments will be refunded if evidenced. https://www.opevents.co.uk/about/terms-conditions

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Q: When do entries close? / Can I enter on the day?

A: Triathlon & duathlon entries close 12pm the Thursday before race day. 

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Q: Can my friend race instead of me? / I know someone who will take my place, can I swap with them?

A: You can defer your entry until the following year. You can swap your place with someone else before 30th June by logging into your Stuweb account and replacing your details with theirs. 

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​Q: Can I switch events?
A: Yes you can -  Just log into your Stuweb account and change event subject to a small fee. If you entered via Lets Do This or Find A Race, please contact their customer service department.

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​​Q: Can I change the names of people in my relay team?

A:  Yes, you can do this before 30th June by logging into your Stuweb account (don't forget to update all information) or you can change them on the day at registration provided at least 1 person stays the same.  

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Q: When the race is full, do you have a waiting list?

A: Yes, if you sign up via Stuweb you will be added to the waiting list.  If you don't hear by 30th June I'm afraid we won't be able to offer you a place.

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Q: Is there a minimum age for the triathlon?

A: Yes, you must be 15 by 31st December for the Sprint distance and 17 for the Standard distance. This applies to individual an relay entries.

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Q: I haven't received a confirmation email. Have I got a place?
A: You should have received an email from Stuweb immediately after you entered. Check Your spam / junk filter in the first instance.​

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Q: I can't remember what I entered/ whether I bought party/camping tickets.  How can I check?

A: You need to login to your Stuweb account.  If you search for your confirmation email from that was sent immediately after you entered this will help you. 

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Q: This is my first triathlon what do I need to know? Should I wear a wetsuit? What happens in transition etc.

A: Click here for lots of helpful tips to help answer these questions and more!  Here too are useful links to the BTF Rules the Drafting Rules Explained and and some Common Rule Infringements that you should make yourself familiar with.

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Q: What do I need to bring on the day for the triathlon? 

A: See our 'Race Day Checklist' to help ensure you don't forget anything!

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Q: What wave am I in?  What time will my wave start? Can you tell me more about race day details?
A: There will be a waves start (all event distance entrants together).  ​

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Q: Can I still get party and / or camping tickets?
A: Par-Tay and Camping tickets MUST be purchased online in advance before midnight on Thursday before the event.

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Q: Can I swap waves to race with x?
A: No, I’m afraid we can’t do this.

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Q: What is the water temperature? / Will it be a no wetsuit swim? / Are wetsuits compulsory?

A: If it is less than 14 degrees wetsuits are compulsory.  If it is more than 24.6 degrees wetsuits will not be allowed. So far the water temperature has always been between 14 - 22 degrees so wetsuits are option (but recommended).

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Q: Where are your competition terms and conditions?

A:  You can find them here.