Challenge Event Advice and Guidance

Posted 5th March

Breaking Down Barriers: Empowering Women to Participate in Adventure Triathlons

Category: Challenge Event Advice and Guidance

Looking at our Event stats over the years, we were pretty pleased to see the gender split has improved significantly from 30/70 in 2023 to 42/58 in 2024. However, we appreciate there is still more we can do to help break down barriers that may prevent women from attending our events and experiencing incredible adventures. We recognise that there is a huge amount of women out there itching to get on triathlons, hit the trails with their mates and experience the thrills of pushing yourself on an event. Equally, there are many factors that are at play when it comes to signing on the dotted line, getting to the start line... never mind, reaching the finish line! That is why we are pledging to do more than ever to create a welcoming, inclusive environment for all. We want more awesome women at our events absolutely rocking it and creating a positive cycle of inspiring other women to follow suit. Lets explore our journey and how we plan to do this...

Posted 26th February

Dealing with periods on an event

Category: Challenge Event Advice and Guidance

Event Day is by default a challenge in itself – without the added complications of dealing with your period (aches and pains, hormones, and extra kit to contend with to name a few!). We are here to make the day as stress-free and enjoyable as possible and want every single person to come away from an event feeling elated from their experience... even when on their period! We are delving into elements we have considered to help make the event experience as comfortable as possible whilst on your period - more than simply adding chocolate to the fuel stations (although we appreciate that is a crucial step too!). As well as steps you might like to take to ease your comfort levels too.

Posted 6th January

New Year goal ideas for 2025!

Category: Challenge Event Advice and Guidance

Many minds are full with ideas for 2025: goals to conquer, adventures to be had, challenges to be set. We are delivering a whole calendar of epic events that throw down the gauntlet for those feeling determined.

Posted 16th September

Looking after your bike before an event for max fun, min risk!

Category: Challenge Event Advice and Guidance

Your bike is your prized possession. So why not give it the love it deserves to continue on many more miles in the future? Ensuring your kit is ready for action is a key element in preparing for your challenge and makes for a far more enjoyable experience overall. Here are some of our recommendations to maximise your enjoyment when you are on a challenge (or generally out enjoying time in the saddle!) and minimise your chances of having to stop en route to carry out fixes. Let the hills keep on rolling!

Posted 10th September

Bad weather on challenge day... What happens now?

Category: Challenge Event Advice and Guidance

You’ve been counting down the days till your challenge and decide to do a last-minute check of the forecast… its being reported that the heavens are due to open and there is a high chance it’s going to be blowing a hooley. Before you begin unpacking your bag and feeling deflated, let’s break down some of the avenues we would explore to make sure you are still in for a cracking day on the hill.