08:00
£230-£240
Age 18 & over on 31 Dec 2024
Starting from one of Europe’s most revered coastal villages to the top of Wales’ highest mountain, via the toughest route and back, this is triathlon fresh and reinvented.
There’s no other endurance triathlon like it. Sea swim, 2 transitions 50km apart. 5 stages and Wales’ highest mountain.
Commencing on the golden sands of Abersoch beach THE ROC WALES starts with a 1.5km sea swim in Abersoch’s idyllic bay before heading off on a 50km fast and progressively undulating bike route into the Snowdon Massif.
The race then heads on foot via the toughest route up Wales’ highest mountain along The Watkin Path, 6km of 3,330ft formidable ascent to the summit where you can absorb those exceptional panoramic views before heading 6km back down, 50km return cycle, culminating with a 1km glory run along Abersoch beach before crossing the finish line.
Wearing of wetsuits for the swim discipline will be mandatory.
British Triathlon Federation rules will be abided by for shortened swim course or removal of the swim altogether. If removed altogether a 3km trail run will be added to the start of the race. Neoprene Hats and socks are allowed.
Swim distances are determined by the sea temperature using BTF rules. Should the sea temperature be below 11 degrees then a 3km trail run will replace the swim.
T1 & T4 is positioned a short distance from the beach, race control and the car park.
T2 & T3 is positioned at Hafod y Llan at the foot of Snowdon. During registration you will be given a drawstring bag which you must put your Mountain Kit in for the Snowdon leg of the race. This should be in a Trail Running bag or lightweight rucksack and include the following items:
Outside your Mountain Kit Bag (but in the drawstring bag):
Your drawstring bag will then be secured overnight and taken to T2 at Hafod y Llan where it will be ready for you once you have racked your bike and removed your helmet and shoes.
The drawstring bag will be inside the marquee right next to T2. This will allow you to prepare for the mountain undercover but does not provide total privacy.
Once you have removed your items from your bag and are ready to set off, you hang your bag back onto your numbered race peg.
When returning you will collect your bag again to put your mountain kit bag in and any other items you don’t want to take on the bike. These will then be brought back to the finish.
Complete THE ROC WALES, THE ROC ENGLAND and THE ROC SCOTLAND solo, or as a relay team of 2 or 3, to complete the trilogy and earn the much sought after ROC TRILOGY gold print hoodie.
Abersoch Beach
Lon Golff
Abersoch
Pwllheli
Gwynedd
LL53 7EF
UK
The start is on Abersoch beach, one of the most beautiful beaches in the UK. Parking, registration and transition (T1/T4) are all nearby.
You'll start on the golden sands of Abersoch Beach and run into the sea for a box course heading to Tudwal’s West Island before rounding a buoy to swim parallel to the beach, round 2 more buoys, return parallel to the beach and round the final buoy before heading in to the beach. You'll run 50 meters up the slip ramp to transition.
Next up is a superbly exhilarating course with plenty of long fast sections and some exciting technical sections thrown in, on a coastal route towards the beautiful seaside town of Criccieth before heading inland towards the Snowdon Massif and the inevitable ascent.
Labeled the most stunning route up Snowdon, The Watkin Path is steeped in history and offers the most inspiring trail route up this most famous mountain. It’s progressive in ascent for 6km with a technical steep section near the summit before the fast and furious 6km run back down. You will need to pass the 4km checkpoint up Snowdon before 12 noon to be able to progress to the summit.
You'll enjoy some great long stretches of open roads as you roll along the peninsular, with plenty of technical sections thrown in too. The scenery is stunning and it’s a memorable route back to the finish.
The finish straight and really a glory lap on Abersoch beach taking you to the first Groyne and back to see you home in style over the finish line.
Water and items like bananas and chocolate bars will be given to all ROC finishers. Additional water points at the half way point on the bike course and at T2/T3 along with additional cakes and bananas. There is emergency water at the 4km and summit checkpoints on Snowdon.
All triathletes will be provided with an ankle tag timing chip, This will record your individual time complete with Snowdon Summit time and transition times for both Abersoch and Hafod y Llan transition areas.
A cut-off time will be in force at the checkpoint 4km up Snowdon. Any competitor who does not reach this point by 12 noon will be instructed not to head to the summit but to turn around and complete the course from there. Race officials will be advised and you will receive a different medal when you cross the finish line.
There is £1,000 prize money for THE ROC WALES with the prestigious ROC trophies to first man and first woman at each race.
Bespoke ROC race medals will be given to all finishers.
Ages 18 and over as of 5/11/2024.
Unless you are an affiliated member of the British Triathlon Federation you must purchase a Day License Membership at registration. This provides you with third-party liability insurance. It’s valid on the day of your competition and cannot be transferred. Please be prepared to pay £5 for your membership at registration. Please present your day or annual membership at registration.
Entry fee
£230.00
Team entry fee
£240.00