Challenge Florianópolis returns this weekend on 19 April, bringing the Challenge Family race experience to one of the most breath-taking destinations in the sport:
👉 ukrunchat.co.uk/challenge-flor…
In just over two weeks, the South Africa race season officially kicks off, with ISUZU IRONMAN® South Africa African Championship taking place on Sunday 19 April.
All the details here: ukrunchat.co.uk/ironman-south-…
World Triathlon welcomes Beijing, China, as a new host city on the 2026 World Cup calendar, taking place on 17 October 2026.
The Hong Kong World Triathlon Cup on 7–8 November 2026, will expand its programme with a Mixed Relay Cup event.
More info: ukrunchat.co.uk/world-triathlo…
This September, Dali, a historic city in Yunnan Province, China, will host an IRONMAN 70.3 triathlon for the first time. The race will unfold along the shores of Erhai Lake, with the dramatic Cang Mountain rising above the shimmering waters.
More info: ukrunchat.co.uk/ironman-70-3-d…
🎙️ NEW UKTRICHAT EPISODE OUT NOW 🎙️
In this latest episode Scott is joined by Supertri CEO & Co-Founder Michael D’Hulst to talk all things triathlon, community, and the future of the sport 🚴♂️🏊♂️🏃♂️
From his journey into triathlon to building SuperTri into a global race series, this episode is packed with insight, inspiration, and excitement for what’s coming next
🔥 We dive into:
• SuperTri & the evolution of short-course racing
• The iconic Blenheim Palace event
• Racing alongside the pros
• The growth of triathlon for ALL levels
• What the future of the sport looks like
Whether you’re a beginner, seasoned athlete, or just love the sport… this one’s for you
🎧 Listen now via the links below.
Spotify: shorturl.at/RgOW0
Web: zencastr.com/z/-eMc4vQy
🎁 PLUS, keep an eye out… we’ve got a Blenheim race entry to GIVE AWAY.
@BlenheimTri@supertri_#UKTriChat#SuperTri#TriathlonLife#SwimBikeRun#TriathlonUK@UkTriChat@UKCycleChat
The 2026 Experience Oman IRONMAN® Pro Series will make its first North American stop as a deep professional field lines up for the Athletic Brewing IRONMAN® 70.3® Oceanside triathlon on Saturday, March 28.
More info and start lists: ukrunchat.co.uk/ironman-world-…
The 2026 World Triathlon Cup continues in Haikou for the second stop of the season. Racing begins at 11:00am local time on Saturday.
With a new Olympic qualification period now underway, valuable early season points are on offer.
More info: ukrunchat.co.uk/world-class-wo…
Here’s a fantastically simple but game changing accessory for all triathletes and OW swimmers!
The Zone3 wetsuit changing mat makes post swim admin so much easier!
Check it out here and use code MIKEJ26MAR to get your discount 👍
zone3.com/products/chang…
🎙️ NEW UKTriChat EPISODE LIVE 🎙️
Ironman Worlds, sub-3 marathon goals, and balancing it all alongside work and family…
This week on UK Tri Chat, we’re joined by Jayson, S&C coach, Ironman athlete, and 70.3 World Championship qualifier.
We dive into:
🏊♂️ His journey from first Ironman to World Champs
🏃♂️ Chasing a sub-3 marathon
🏋️♂️ Why strength & conditioning is a game changer
⏱️ Balancing training with a busy life
🌍 Racing in the UK vs abroad
Hosted by @Scotthill1983 this one is packed with honest insights and practical takeaways for anyone in the sport.
🎧 Listen now,
Spotify: shorturl.at/RgOW0
Web: zencastr.com/The-UKTriChat-…#triathlon#ironmantraining#triathlonlife#swimbikerun#endurancesports@uktrichat@ukcyclechat
The 2026 World Triathlon Cup season launches this weekend with a historic debut in Lanzarote, marking a momentous milestone for an island that has long been a training ground for elite triathletes.
Full preview here:ukrunchat.co.uk/world-triathlo…
The global triathlon calendar is set to expand onto the East China seafront as Challenge Family announces Challenge Shanghai on 24-25 October 2026.
All the details here: ukrunchat.co.uk/challenge-fami…
With triathlon season around the corner, many athletes are over-training the run
Former GB distance runner and ex-triathlete Matt Bond explains why fitness gains come from recovery, not effort, and how “no days off” culture leads to burnout
Full article: ukrunchat.co.uk/is-training-ha…
World of Triathlon LIVE, powered by TriDot, is supporting the Tri It Forward programme and cohort for 2026 – an initiative to identify and develop communities, smaller charities and start-ups within triathlon
Applications for the 2026 cohort are open now: ukrunchat.co.uk/world-of-triat…
The Lloyds National Road Championships will return to Ceredigion in 2026, taking place from the 25-28 June 2026.
All the details here: ukrunchat.co.uk/lloyds-nationa…
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The iconic Supertri Blenheim Palace arrives in Oxfordshire, 6-7th June 2026. As the UK’s largest triathlon, of over two decades, the swim-bike-run festival is the world’s only triathlon held at a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Full details here: ukrunchat.co.uk/supertri-blenh…
It’s honest, relatable, and packed with insight for everyday triathletes chasing big goals.
If you’ve ever dreamed of Kona… or just wanted faster wheels without a £3,000 price tag, this one’s for you.
From age-grouper to Ironman innovator 🏁
This week on The UKTriChat Podcast, we sit down with Joe Emms, the founder of CES Wheels, to talk about how a “back-of-a-packet” idea in his garage turned into a wheel brand now raced at Ironman World Championships.
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