March 7, 2020 – First Outdoor Triathlon of the Year in BC
Kick off your 2020 race season with BC’s longest running triathlon. With a wide variety of distances and race formats, there is something for everyone. The swimming segment of this triathlon takes place indoors in the competition tank of the UBC Aquatic Centre. The event takes place on UBC’s beautiful campus and you’ll enjoy professional race timing and friendly volunteers to keep you safe on route.
I am looking for information for…
FIRST-TIME TRIATHLETES
ADULT TRIATHLETES
YOUTH TRIATHLETES
Do you have a special request or circumstance?
We would love to hear from you! UBC Recreation takes great pride in ensuring that all our participants feel welcomed and have a safe and inclusive race experience. If you have a special request or circumstance please contact us at ubc.triathlon@ubc.ca.
Adult Triathletes
Kick off your 2020 race season with BC’s longest running triathlon. Swim in the competition tank of the award winning UBC Aquatic Centre, then bike and run through UBC’s picturesque campus.
Key Dates
Race Day: Saturday, March 7, 2020
Registration Deadline: Monday, March 2, 2020
Race Package Pick-Up:
- March 4 & 5 | 5-8PM
- Location to be confirmed
First-Time Triathlete Registration Opens: July 2, 2019
First-Time Triathlete Package Deadline: TBD
Race Distances Overview
The UBC Triathlon Duathlon offers a variety of race types and distances.
| Triathlon Races | Swim | Cycle | Run |
| Olympic Triathlon | 1500m | 40km | 10km |
| Sprint Triathlon | 700m | 20km | 5km |
| Short Triathlon | 400m | 10km | 5km |
| Relay Triathlon | 700m | 20km | 5km |
| Duathlon Races | Run | Cycle | Run |
| Duathlon | 5km | 20km | 5km |
Modified and Team Experiences
Relay
A Relay team can consist of 2 or 3 participants, Participants will make exchanges in designated zones located near Cycle Transition.
The Relay race use the distances associated to the Sprint Course.
Duathlon
The Duathlon is an individual event featuring two 5km runs and a 20km cycle and no swim portion.
Curious about the route? rules? etc?
Everything you could possibly want to know about the race is listed on our Event Details page.
Have Further Questions or Concerns?
Please direct your inquiries to ubc.triathlon@ubc.ca or the UBC Events hotline - 604-822-3996
I'm Ready to Register!
You can register for your race online by clicking the "Register" button next to the appropriate race distance. Alternatively, you can register in-person at the UBC Student Recreation Centre.
New for 2020: Tiered Pricing Structure
We have updated our pricing structure to introduce tiered pricing. The quantity of spots available in each tier is based on the capacity of each race distance. The table will automatically update when the capacity in a tier has been filled.
Don't forget to add on your 2020 UBC Triathlon Duathlon commemorative T-shirt when you register! Order yours online by February 19th, 2020! Have additional questions? Contact ubc.triathlon@ubc.ca
Latest UBC Triathlon Duathlon Updates
Registration is Open!
We’re looking forward to the 2020 UBC Triathlon Duathlon already and hope you are too! Registration is now open and available online or in-person at the Student Recreation Centre at UBC.
2020 Merchandise
Don’t forget to add on your 2020 UBC Triathlon Duathlon commemorative T-shirt when you register! Order yours online by February 19th, 2020!
Thank-You for Participating in the UBC Triathlon Duathlon!
Congratulations and thank-you for participating!
First, we want to give a massive thank you to all of you for participating in the UBC Triathlon Duathlon! We hope you enjoyed the sunshine and had an amazing time racing and competing with your fellow triathletes. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned athlete, finishing a triathlon is an amazing achievement!
If you loved your triathlon experience you can do it again next year. Save the date: March 7th, 2020 is your chance!
Official Results
Official results have been posted online! Check out your times by visiting Start Line Timing. Have any questions? E-mail ubc.triathlon@ubc.ca.
Race Day Photos
Check out finish line photos and race day photo coverage courtesy of the UBC Intramurals Media team!
Complete our survey and win a prize pack
We are always looking to improve our event. Please fill out our survey and give us some feedback on how we can make next year’s UBC Triathlon Duathlon the best yet! All survey participants will be entered into a draw to win a prize pack and a free entry to next year’s triathlon!
UBC TriDu – Getting to UBC
Knowing how to get to here is an important part of preparing for your race. For Driving and Transit directions to UBC, review the map below.
• Diesel Bus Loop (99 B-Line, 25, 33, 41, 43, 49, and 480): The new UBC Bus Exchange, located off Wesbrook Mall at University Boulevard, is where you will be dropped off. However, that bus exchange is drop off only. All transit riders will board busses along Wesbrook Mall when leaving campus. See map below.
• To get to Registration from the new UBC Bus Exchange: walk past the Aquatic center and head towards the UBC AMS Student Nest and the UBC Life Building. Once you have passed both buildings, turn left and follow the signs for registration. See map below.
• Small Powerline Bus Loop (4, 9, 14, 258): You will arrive and depart from the same location if you are taking any of these busses. To get to registration: cross University Blvd. using the cross walk and head towards the UBC AMS Student Nest. Once you have reached the Nest, take a left and follow the signs for registration (located in front of the Nest and the Alumni Center). See map below.
