Membership is now open for the year November 1, 2021, to October 31, 2022. To receive the 20% off our selected races you must register to be a member first. To become a new member go to: New members join here or to renew your membership go to: My Membership
Check out the other benefits of becoming a member here
Note: Nelson Triathlon Club has a NO REFUND policy on club events.
The Port Nelson Summer Sea Swims are held each Thursday night at 6pm from the Nelson Yacht Club ramp on Wakefield Quay in Nelson. Swimmers must check in before 6pm on race night.
**ALL competitors must REGISTER ONLINE no later than the night before their first swim!!! Online registration is simple and means you’re registered for any of the Thursday night swims. If you just want to do one or a few swims then select ‘Pay at Event’ under Payment Options and bring cash on the night of your swim. Note we can no longer guarantee on-the-night registrations! Priority will be given to those who have pre-registered. If the registration team is unable to enter your details into the registration system before 6pm you won’t be able to swim that evening.**
COSTS
Season registration is $120 includes a swim cap (unlimited swims, 18 swims in total)
Single swim is $15 per swim +$5 for swim cap (you must have the correct colour coded series swim cap, which can be used again over the season). No discounts on single swims or on the night entries.
PAYMENT OPTIONS (Choose one option)
- Pay online Full Series ($120) -select this option to pay online (non-member).
- Club member ($70) -$50 discount off full series, must be Nelson Tri Member. -select this option to pay online as a club member. Note you must be a registered member to receive the discount. To become a member goto: New members join here or to renew your membership goto: My Membership
- School Student U16 ($60) -50% discount off full series. -select this option to pay online for school student U16.
- Pay at Event (single swim) -bring cash on the night of swim. -select this option if you plan to do just one or a few races, and pay $15 (cash only) when you check in each night ($20 on the first night to include a cap). Note there are no discounts for casual swims or on-the-day entries.
On each night there will be a short and a long course. The short swim will generally be 300m-800m, while the long swim will be 1000m-1500m. Exact distances will vary depending on conditions. Where possible, the short course swim will extend to longer distances in the new year.
Starts will be in waves:
- Short swim (orange caps).
Long course (3 separate waves)
- Strong swimmers starting first (1-white caps)
- Confident swimmers in wave two (2-green caps)
- Recreational swimmers in wave three (3-red caps)
Less confident swimmers are asked to start at the rear of wave two or three. Kayakers will endeavour to keep a closer watch on these swimmers, who will also be in view of a shore official at all times. Choose these options if you enjoy the company and security of the series environment, but are not concerned about competition or times (times will be taken however as this is a check that all swimmers are accounted for).
Times will be adjusted to reflect the wave start, so you’ll receive your exact swim time. However, it’s important that you verify your wave start on registration and have the correct coloured cap.
Note: Our registration team will download the entry list before 8:30 am on the day of the race, therefore be sure to register before 8:30am on the day of the race to be listed on that night’s registration list. If you register after this time we may ask you to register again at the event as we won’t have your details. However, we will honour any payments made online, please bring proof ie email confirmation.
Given the nature of the event and the challenges of tide and wave conditions, it is important that all athletes feel comfortable and confident swimming 500m front crawl in open water, whilst making significant forward progress at all times. Adherence to this requirement will be at the sole discretion of the race director.
Note: Nelson Triathlon Club has a NO REFUND policy on club events.
Race Day Details
Register from 9:00-9:45
Race Briefing 9:50
Transition will be next to the main abolition block.
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Here’s a chance for the serious triathletes to get down and dirty in a real race.
It’s also a chance for those new to the sport and who are happy to be back in the pack to race over a distance of their choice. For non-swimmers, there are duathlon options over two distances.
Here are the options:
Long Triathlon: 750m swim, 20km Road bike, 5km run
Short Triathlon: 250m swim, 10km Road bike, 2km run
Long Duathlon: 2km run. 20km Road bike, 5km run
Short Duathlon: 1km run, 10km Road bike, 2km run
The swim will be set on a flat triangular course, with the 250m course just taking in the base of the triangle.
The bike will be a straight flat road bike course.
The run is on a 1km loop, mostly sealed, but with an unsealed section along the old road above the beach.
Standard entry is $20 per registration. Team entry is also $20 – there will be no age groups for teams – just a team category.
Payment Options
Select one:
Pay online Adult or Team ($20) -select this option to pay online either single adult entry or team entry.
Pay online 20% Club Discount ($16) -select this option to pay online and receive the club discount, must be a Nelson Tri Club member.
Pay online 50% School Student Discount ($10) -select this option to pay online and receive School Student (U18) discount.
Pay at event (bring cash on day of race) -select this option to pay cash on the day of the race. No discounts for this option.
Note to encourage pre-race entries, race day entries will attract a 50% extra penalty and no club discounts apply. If you’re uncertain over whether to compete and wish to avoid the late entry penalty, please enter online, selecting ‘Pay at Event’ under Payment option. Should you not compete, no charge will be made.
To enter the event
Race rules/code of conduct
Current Triathlon NZ competition rules apply to all participants in these events. For full Tri NZ rules, click here.
Please take the time to read these rules.
- Drafting will be allowed on the bike leg. Participants are asked not to use aero bars if they find themselves in a drafting situation and should not attempt to draft if they are unfamiliar with the skills required.
- The course is not closed to traffic. It is the participants’ responsibility to keep left and ride single file unless passing.
- Entrants under 18 take part at their parent’s/guardian’s discretion.
- It is the participants’ responsibility to make themselves aware of the race rules; the racecourses; to attend the compulsory race briefing and to participate in a safe and responsible manner.
Race 1 – 10.45am, Sunday December 5, 2021, Rylock Doors & Windows Opening Splash, 2km
Opening Splash is a reversal of the Eyebright Mile. Start at Tahunanui Beach and finish at the yacht club ramp. Short option, start at Richardson St Steps, swim to the yacht club, 600m (must sign on at Tahunanui Beach by 10.30am). High tide 11.13am (3.8m).
Note the registration allows you select one or more in the Endurance series swims. If you only wish to do one then just tick the box next to the one you wish to register for. However if you do decide later to do another swim in the series you’ll need to make sure you register again for that swim!
Note: Nelson Triathlon Club has a NO REFUND policy on club events.
Race 2 – Rylock Doors & Windows Challenge 5km
Sunday, January 2, 2022
Course to be confirmed.
Note the registration allows you to select one or more in the Endurance series swims. If you only wish to do one then just tick the box next to the one you wish to register for. However, if you do decide later to do another swim in the series you’ll need to make sure you register again for that swim!
Note: Nelson Triathlon Club has a NO REFUND policy on club events.
Chia Sisters Olympic Distance Triathlon, with Duathlon & Multisport options available. There will also be long & short course options available for each race option, Rabbit Island.
Triathlon, long course (1500m swim, 40km bike, 10km run)
Triathlon, short course (750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run)
Duathlon, long course (5km run, 40km bike, 10km run)
Duathlon, short course (2.5km run, 20km bike, 5km run)
Multisport, long course (6km kayak, 40km bike, 10km run)
Multisport, short course (3km kayak, 20km bike, 5 km run)
All long course race options will start at 7am. Bike racking, registration 6.15-6.45am. Race briefing, 6.50am
All short course race options will start at 8am. Bike racking, registration 7.15-7.45am. Race briefing 7.50am. Please be aware of competitors in the longer race as you enter Rabbit Island and set up your gear.
Standard entry is $20 per registration. Team entry is also $20 – there will be no age groups for teams – just a team category.
Payment Options
Select one:
Pay online Adult or Team ($20) -select this option to pay online either single adult entry or team entry.
Pay online 20% Club Discount ($16) -select this option to pay online and receive the club discount, must be a Nelson Tri Club member.
Pay online 50% School Student Discount ($10) -select this option to pay online and receive School Student (U18) discount.
Pay at event (bring cash on day of race) -select this option to pay cash on the day of the race. No discounts for this option.
Note to encourage pre-race entries, race day entries will attract a 50% extra penalty and no club discounts apply. If you’re uncertain over whether to compete and wish to avoid the late entry penalty, please enter online, selecting ‘Pay at Event’ under Payment option. Should you not compete, no charge will be made.
Race rules/code of conduct
Current Triathlon NZ competition rules apply to all participants in these events. For full Tri NZ rules, click here.
Please take the time to read these rules.
- Drafting will be allowed on the bike leg. Participants are asked not to use aero bars if they find themselves in a drafting situation and should not attempt to draft if they are unfamiliar with the skills required.
- The course is not closed to traffic. It is the participants’ responsibility to keep left and ride single file unless passing.
- Entrants under 18 take part at their parent’s/guardian’s discretion.
- It is the participants’ responsibility to make themselves aware of the race rules; the racecourses; to attend the compulsory race briefing and to participate in a safe and responsible manner.
Race 3 – Eyebright Mile, starts at 8am Sunday Feb 13 2022, and is a 2km swim.
This is the traditional race from the Nelson Yacht Club ramp to Tahunanui. We also have a shorter option (1300m) from Richardson St steps, starting at TBC. Everyone must register first at the yacht club by 8.45am. High tide 9.00am (3.3m).
Note the registration allows you select one or more in the Endurance series swims. If you only wish to do one then just tick the box next to the one you wish to register for. However if you do decide later to do another swim in the series you’ll need to make sure you register again for that swim!
Note: Nelson Triathlon Club has a NO REFUND policy on club events.
The ultimate team event. Get together with two of your friends, family or workmates for a bit of bonding.
6:45 – Registration opens
7:30 – Race briefing
7:40 – Race Start
The race format is a swim of 200m, a road bike ride of 6km and a run of 1km, repeated three times continuously.
Options:
Team Tag Tri – where each person does a complete triathlon before tagging their next team member on the beach.
Team Tri – where a specialist swimmer, cyclist and runner alternate, completing each discipline three times in the race order.
Loose cannons – you really want to do all nine stages alone, or get eight friends together to do a stage each (or some other combination)? Go for it.
This takes a bit of organisation, so start getting your team together now.
Standard entry is $30 per registration. Team entry is also $30 – there will be no age groups for teams – just a team category.
Payment Options
Select one:
Pay online Adult or Team ($30) -select this option to pay online either single adult entry or team entry.
Pay online 20% Club Discount ($24) -select this option to pay online and receive the club discount, must be a Nelson Tri Club member.
Pay online 50% School Student Discount ($15) -select this option to pay online and receive School Student (U18) discount.
Pay at event (bring cash on day of race) -select this option to pay cash on the day of the race. No discounts for this option.
Note to encourage pre-race entries, race day entries will attract a 50% extra penalty and no club discounts apply. If you’re uncertain over whether to compete and wish to avoid the late entry penalty, please enter online, selecting ‘Pay at Event’ under Payment option. Should you not compete, no charge will be made.
Race rules/code of conduct
Current Triathlon NZ competition rules apply to all participants in these events. For full Tri NZ rules, click here.
Please take the time to read these rules.
- Drafting will be allowed on the bike leg. Participants are asked not to use aero bars if they find themselves in a drafting situation and should not attempt to draft if they are unfamiliar with the skills required.
- The course is not closed to traffic. It is the participants’ responsibility to keep left and ride single file unless passing.
- Entrants under 18 take part at their parent’s/guardian’s discretion.
- It is the participants’ responsibility to make themselves aware of the race rules; the racecourses; to attend the compulsory race briefing and to participate in a safe and responsible manner.
Tineli Cross Triathlon, Rabbit Island, Sunday, March 13th
This event is based at the west end of the beach reserve, adjacent to the beach. The mountain bike course will take in parts of the forest area to the west.
Sprint Distance, 750m swim/15-20km mountain bike /5km run
Standard entry is $20 per registration. Team entry is also $20 – there will be no age groups for teams – just a team category.
Payment Options
Select one:
Pay online Adult or Team ($20) -select this option to pay online either single adult entry or team entry.
Pay online 20% Club Discount ($16) -select this option to pay online and receive the club discount, must be a Nelson Tri Club member.
Pay online 50% School Student Discount ($10) -select this option to pay online and receive School Student (U18) discount.
Pay at event (bring cash on day of race) -select this option to pay cash on the day of the race. No discounts for this option.
Note to encourage pre-race entries, race day entries will attract a 50% extra penalty and no club discounts apply. If you’re uncertain over whether to compete and wish to avoid the late entry penalty, please enter online, selecting ‘Pay at Event’ under Payment option. Should you not compete, no charge will be made.
Race rules/code of conduct
Current Triathlon NZ competition rules apply to all participants in these events. For full Tri NZ rules, click here.
Please take the time to read these rules.
- Drafting will be allowed on the bike leg. Participants are asked not to use aero bars if they find themselves in a drafting situation and should not attempt to draft if they are unfamiliar with the skills required.
- The course is not closed to traffic. It is the participants’ responsibility to keep left and ride single file unless passing.
- Entrants under 18 take part at their parent’s/guardian’s discretion.
- It is the participants’ responsibility to make themselves aware of the race rules; the racecourses; to attend the compulsory race briefing and to participate in a safe and responsible manner.
Race 4 – Rylock Doors & Windows Ironman Challenge, 3.8km 11.15am, Saturday March 19, 2022,
Swimmers head north from Tahunanui Beach, starting at 11.15am, first rounding a buoy off Rocks Rd to reach the dolphin navigation marker at about high tide, turning south to follow the southeast toe of Haulashore Island around to the second navigation marker to the south of the island, then back to the beach. Competitors in the short swim of 1300m will walk to the Richardson St steps, swimming straight back to Tahunanui Beach, starting 30 minutes after the 3.8km race. All competitors must register at Tahunanui Beach by 11.00am.
Not sure if you’re already registered check the confirmation list here
Note: Nelson Triathlon Club has a NO REFUND policy on club events.