The Ras Al Khaimah Triathlon is back for its 5th edition, organized by Super Sports Events in association with RAKTDA, this incredibly scenic triathlon will once again be hosted by Al Marjan Island's 5-star DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa.
Swim in the calm waters of the Arabian Gulf, bike on traffic-free palmed tree-lined roads, and finish with a run on the designated running track just meters away from the water’s edge with stunning ocean views!
Only an hour’s drive from Dubai, the course will be flat and fast so perfect for beginners to advanced levels, including Olympic, Sprint, Super Sprint, and Junior Super Sprint distances, all ages, and abilities & relay teams of 2 or 3 athletes are welcome to participate.
Make a weekend of it and book your staycation soon!

All important race information can be found in the EVENT INFORMATION and Download section.

• How do I find my race number?

  Race Numbers will be allocated once entries close and be available for download from midday on the Friday before the Race.

• When is Race Pack collection?

  You must have checked in and received your timing chip 30 minutes before your race start. Once you know your race number, proceed directly to the Race pack collection desk and collect your race pack.
  Race numbers will be emailed to all runners and will also be on show at Race Check-In on the morning of the race.
  Once you know your race number, proceed directly to your respective collection desk.
  When collecting your race pack, you will be asked your full name, gender and age.
  
  Option A
  On Saturday, the night before from 5-6pm, opposite DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island.
  Warren, the Race Director is also available to answer all questions about the triathlon that you may have.
  
  Option B
  On Race Day on the morning of the race from 6am – 7.15am, opposite DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island.

• Data check - Did I register with the correct date of birth and gender?

  When collecting your race pack, you will be asked your full name, gender and age. This is to check that you are collecting the correct race pack and that you are not entered into the wrong age category or gender. Please assist our staff with this data check to ensure the correct race results are recorded for all participants.

• What are the course highlights?

  Swim in the calm, flat waters of the DoubleTree by Hilton Resort Bay, with Pristine beaches and plenty of lifeguards. Cycle on palm tree-lined, traffic-free roads. Designated run track along the Al Marjan Island water’s edge with stunning ocean views. Lots of marshals ensuring a safe and enjoyable race.

• Where is the race taking place / where do we park?

  Click on this link.
  Parking is opposite the transition area across the road from DoubleTree by Hilton
  
  Race start is at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah.

• What is the race day program & timings?

  Be checked in at least 30 minutes before the start of the race. There is NO on the day registration.
  
  06h00: Race Check In Opens, Transition Set Up and Warm Up
  07h15: Race Briefing for ALL on beach.
  07h30: Start – Junior Super Sprint: Under 13 years: Male, Female & Relay
  07h35: Start – Super Sprint 13+ years: Male, Female & Relay
  08h00: Start – Olympic & Sprint: Male, Female & Relay
  
  10h30: Cut off Time for Bike - If you have not yet passed transition for your final lap you will be directed in to transition as external bike route roads will open to traffic from 10h30
  10h30: TRANSITION OPENS
  11h00: Race Cut off Time for Olympic Prize Giving
  12h00: Official Race Cut Off Time for all distances
  
  Prize Giving
  10h00: Junior Super Sprint & Super Sprint Prize Giving
  10h30: Sprint Prize Giving
  11h00: Olympic Prize Giving
  
  Please note, roads will only open at 10h30 once TRANSITION OPENS, after which you may leave the venue.
  THERE IS NO BAG DROP!

• What are the race distances & age groups?

  JUNIOR SUPER SPRINT
  180m Swim – 5km Cycle – 1.25km Run
  0 – 8 years | 9 – 12 years | Relay
  UAE National Top 3
  
  SUPER SPRINT
  375m Swim – 10km Cycle – 2.5km Run
  0 – 18 years | 19 years+ | Relay
  UAE National Top 3
  
  SPRINT
  750m Swim – 20km Cycle – 5km Run
  0 – 18 years | 19 – 29 years | 30 – 34 years | 35 – 39 years | 40 – 44 years | 45 – 49 years | 50 – 54 years | 55 years+ | Relay
  UAE National Top 3
  
  OLYMPIC
  1.5km Swim – 40km Cycle – 10km Run
  0 – 18 years | 19 – 29 years | 30 – 34 years | 35 – 39 years | 40 – 44 years | 45 – 49 years | 50 – 54 years | 55 years+ | Relay
  UAE National Top 3

• What about race numbers and timing chips?

  Timing chip must be worn on the left leg for the swim, cycle, and run.
  Bring your own race belt to attach the race number to.
  Race numbers must be worn on the backside for the cycle and on the front side for the run.
  Race numbers are different colors to indicate to the marshal which distance you are doing.
  Race numbers and timing chips to be returned after finishing the race.

• Wetsuits and Race belts:

  Wetsuits are allowed for this race and can also be rented from Sported.ae. Please book your wetsuit sooner than later to avoid disappointment.
  
  Remember to bring your own race belt.

• How easy/difficult is the course?

  Flat and Fast, perfect for first timers to advanced triathletes. All ages and abilities.

• When is the shirt collection?

  You will be given a red wrist band on the finish line, hand it in and get your branded race shirt.
  No wrist band, no shirt!

• When are the cut off times?

  If you do not complete the swim and bike within 2h30 mins from the start of your swim, then you will be marshaled back into transition to start your run.
  
  This cut off time is enforced by the Police as they need to open the roads for general public to use and all cyclists have to comply. You are then allowed to complete the run course and will receive your finisher medal and race result, however you will not qualify for any prizes as you have not completed the full course. Make sure to choose a distance where you can complete the swim and the bike within 2h30 mins.
  
  The final cut off time for the race is 12pm, however if possible, you will be allowed to complete the course while the venue is being packed up. Contractually we are obligated to start vacating at that time and if we do not we can be fined or have our permission to host the event retracted by the municipality.

• Will there be bike mechanics?

  Pre-Race: Velo Presto mechanics will be available from the beginning of check in on race day to assist with any basic repairs and maintenance on a first-come first-served basis. Velo Presto will not be able to assemble bicycles or carry out any complex or time-consuming repairs e.g. hydraulic systems etc.

• What are the support stations and where are they placed?

  3 x water stations out on the run course: 500m, 1.25km and 2km and vice versa for on the way back and 1 at the finish line. Finish line will stock apples and bananas as well as rehydration drinks.

• Are there any Family Discounts available?

  Family discounts are available for families of 3 or more wanting to enter this event, and are ONLY for parents and THEIR children and is offered by Super Sports to make it more economically viable for the whole family to participate. To avail of the family discount, please email [email protected], so that the family discount code can be given to you.

• How do I change distance?

  Sign into your account. Go to the event on the home page. Click on Manage Registration. Click on Change category. Change to a different distance.

• Bike Hire – Velo Presto

  If you would like to enter the triathlon but do not have a bike then please contact Velo Presto to arrange for a bike hire (whats app +971 50 275 8969; www.velopresto.cc). Bikes will be available for collection on the morning of the race. Please book your bikes sooner than later to avoid disappointment.

• What to do on arrival?

  Make sure you get there extra early to have a calm and relaxed race. It is a 5-10min cycle to the race village from parking. Park your bike next to race pack collection. Collect your race pack and collect your shirt. Head to transition and rack your bike at your allocated number. Place small kit under your bag and larger bags on the sidewalk of transition. Make sure all valuables are left in your car, or out of sight, do not leave on your bike. Head to beach for briefing. Watch the sunrise and get ready to race.

• ProChip timing Tags

  To be worn on your LEFT ankle throughout the race. Please only use the timing tags supplied to you at Race Check In. You are racing with ProChip timing chips, please make sure that you hand these in once you have finished racing, otherwise you will be charged the replacement fee for the chip allocated to you – AED250.
  No chip, No time, No result!

• Transition for athletes only:

  Please note that only athletes are allowed in transition – no spectators or parents can enter this area once the race has started as we have had feedback that the transition is overcrowded by non-racing individuals. As an athlete, once you have finished racing you too are not allowed back in to transition until it opens to allow those still racing a clear path through transition.
  Any spectators, parents or athletes not adhering to this will have their athlete disqualified.

• Where can I find the results?

  Please scan the QR codes in the Race Village to view your result once you have finished running. Full results will be on the Super Sports website as soon as possible, click here.

• Where can I find the race photos?

  Photos can be found on your results page by clicking on the CAMERA icon and then doing a bib or selfie search. Photos will be available 6 hours after the race has finished. Individual photos are not included in the race fee nor guaranteed.

• Any additional information participants should know about?

  All information regarding the Race (Race Briefing, Race Course etc.) can be found in the Event Downloads section of this Race (on the right side of this page), so ensure you have a clear understanding of the rules and regulations as well as what the course will look like / entail.

• Why have I not received any race emails from the event organizer?

  Race emails are sent during the week of the event. Make sure to register with the correct email ID so that you receive these emails. Please note company email ID’s are often blocked by the company service provider. If you do not receive these emails, please check your spam, junk or promotions folder and mark us as ‘not spam’ to ensure that you receive future race information emails from us. If you still have any trouble with this, please contact us on [email protected].

• Refunds/Cancellations:

  Once entries close or the event is sold out, no refunds are possible for whatever reason which includes and is not limited to: change in personal circumstances, sickness, travel restrictions, or any circumstances which may prevent you from participating in the event.
  Unclaimed run packs including shirt, medal, snack, and the voucher will be forfeited in full after the start of a respective distance.

• Important Information

  • Participants who are more than 5 minutes late for the start of their respective distance will not be allowed to participate.
  • Once entries close or the event is sold out, no refunds are possible for whatever reason which includes and not limited to: change in personal circumstances, sickness, travel restrictions, or any circumstances which may prevent you from participating in the event.
  • Unclaimed race packs after the start of a respective distance will be forfeited in full.
  • Finisher medals are given on the finish line and only to athletes who complete the full course. All members of the relay team will receive a medal and a shirt.

• Hotels and accommodation on Al Marjan Island

  Turn your race in to a staycation weekend and join us at the 5 star DoubleTree By Hilton Resort & Spa on Marjan Island, with transition literally as you exit the hotel grounds.
  
  This rate is only available for a 2 night stay and the cut-off date is 09 Jan 2024, so please book before then.
  Book Here