The Virgin Active London Triathlon is the world's biggest triathlon. Combining swimming, cycling and running, the Virgin Active London Triathlon is an incredible challenge, which takes in some of the capital's famous landmarks. You can choose between the Super Sprint, Sprint and full Olympic distances, as well as the Team Relay.
London Triathlon 2013 distances
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Super Sprint - 400m Swim / 10km Bike / 2.5km Run
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Sprint - 750m Swim / 20km Bike / 5km Run
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Olympic Individual - 1500m Swim / 40km Bike / 10km Run
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Olympic Plus - 1500m Swim / 90km Bike / 10km Run
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Sprint Team Relay - 750m Swim / 20km Bike / 5km Run
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Olympic Team Relay - 1500m Swim / 40km Bike / 10km Run.
What's it like taking part in the Virgin Active London Triathlon
With a variety of distances available as well as relay races, triathlon is a sport that anyone can take part in! Swim, cycle and run your way to the finish-line, as you test your fitness. The event is aimed at all abilities and fitness levels, from complete novice to club and pro triathlete.
There is also the option to take part as a team of three. The concept is ideal for first timers looking for an introduction to Triathlon. A team of three consists of one swimmer, one cyclist and one runner with each team member handing over their timing chip (the baton) at the end of each leg. This means you only have to tackle one of the three legs to a triathlon. You will have a group fundraising target of £550.
Whilst acting as an introduction for some, for others it is highly competitive and has evolved into one of the most exciting corporate sporting challenges of the year. For many, it is the ideal way to compete alongside a colleague within the buzz and excitement of the largest Triathlon in the world.
Dan took part in the London Triathlon. Read Dan's story to find out more about what it's like to take part.
Register online for the Virgin Active London Triathlon 2013
Why should I join Team RNIB?
As a member of Team RNIB you will receive:
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a welcome pack packed with fundraising tips and expert training and nutrition advice from For Goodness Shakes
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regular newsletters
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opportunity to join the RNIB online community and meet others taking part in this challenge
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excellent customer care from the moment you register until after your challenge.
Already have a place?
If you have secured a place through the London Triathlon organisers' ballot, we'd love you to join Team RNIB. You can register to run for us online using our own place runner form. You will have access to all the same benefits as our guaranteed entry runners but you will not have a sponsorship target.
Not for you?
If the Virgin Active London Triathlon 2013 isn't for you, why not check out our full events and challenges calendar. We have so many amazing events lined up, from 10kms to marathons, bike rides to overseas adventures and triathlons to parachute jumps.