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Kilkenny Triathlon Club is delighted to announce the launch of the ‘KTC Duathlon Series’ with two races taking place in the scenic surrounds of Mount Juliet, Co. Kilkenny (Saturday March 9th) and the majestic Kilkenny Castle (Saturday March 23rd). Over 500 athletes are expected to take part over the two races, ranging from experienced racers to those completely new to the sport. It is also hoped that some of Ireland’s top Triathletes will make the trip to take part in the event.
The races themselves will consist of a 5km first run, followed by a 20km cycle and a final 3km run. For those new to the world of multi-sport, a duathlon offers a fantastic way to dip your toe, so whether you are an experienced athlete looking for a personal best or you’re taking on your very first challenge, these events will prove the perfect setting for it.
“Duathlons and Triathlons are experiencing huge growth in Ireland, seen no more clearly than with the success of our first Duathlon in Mount Juliet last March, and also with the continued success of the Kilkenny Triathlon”, said Ray Lonergan, KTC Race Promoter, adding that, “Over 500 athletes will take part this March in our events and we hope to grow it even bigger over the coming years to make Kilkenny Ireland’s major Duathlon and Triathlon destination.”
Online entry to the event opens Friday 11th January, costing €25 for one race or €45 for both. To find out more about the event and to enter visit the club website www.kilkennytriathlonclub.com or email [email protected]. The club would like to wish best of luck to everyone who takes part and is looking forward to putting on two top class events to kick off the 2013 racing season!
Kilkenny Triathlon Club is Kilkenny’s only club dedicated to the 3 sports of swimming, cycling and running and was founded in January 2011, with the aim to promote triathlon, introduce local people to the sport and to promote a healthy lifestyle. The club is always looking for new members and welcomes people of all abilities. To find out more about the club please visit their website, www.kilkennytriathlonclub.com, or follow them on Facebook
