FAQ

A triathlon is a multi-sport competition consisting of three parts: swimming, cycling and running – performed directly after each other.

The best known is the Full Distance where you swim 3.8 km, cycle 180 km and run 42.2 km.

Then comes the Half Distance: 1900 meters swimming, 90 km cycling and 21 km running.

⅓ (One third) Distance is 1500 meters swimming, 60 km cycling and 15 km running

Olympic Distance or OD (Olympic Distance) is 1,500 meters swimming, 40 km cycling and 10 km running

Sprint Distance is 750 m swimming, 20 km cycling, 5 km running.

DTS organizes multiple distances per event:

Rookie Wave (ideal for beginners) and Recreational Sprint = the Sprint Distance (750-20-5)

Olympic Distance (OD) is 1,500 meters swimming, 40 km cycling and 10 km running

⅓ (One third) Distance is 1500 meters swimming, 60 km cycling and 15 km running

Not every distance is available at every location. Check the program per location for details.

The Rookie wave is especially meant for beginners. The pace is slower, there is extra explanation and there is a relaxed atmosphere.

No, the Rookie wave is focused on experience and personal performance. There is time registration and it falls under the Sprint classification. Of course, a nice medal and a warm welcome for everyone at the finish. And a free massage!

No, but because there are many participants in the Olympic distance we need multiple start waves, so that everyone can race safely. So you can choose which start time suits you best. So there is only one OD classification and podium ceremony

no we don't have a rental partner for bikes anymore so you have to arrange that yourself. Check for example www.racefietstehuur.nl

via www.racefietstehuur.nl

Yes, you can log in to your own registration environment via the “MY DASHBOARD” button in your confirmation email. And then you can still order a wetsuit. This can be done up to 14 days before a race. Approximately 10 days before a race, the wetsuits are sent by Dare2Tri by post. You must return it within 7 days after the race in the enclosed plastic bag and with the free return stamp on it.

This can be done up to 14 days before a race. Approximately 10 days before a race, the wetsuits are sent by Dare2Tri by post. You must return it within 7 days after the race in the enclosed plastic bag and with the free return stamp on it.

At water temperatures below 16°C a wetsuit is mandatory. At higher temperatures it is optional, but recommended. Above 23 degrees water temperature wetsuits are prohibited. The organization will announce the water temperature via the social media channels a few days before the competition.

Yes, that is allowed. You may also swim in a so-called shorty above 16 degrees; without sleeves or also short legs.

No, unfortunately that is not possible. The organization has no influence on the climate, but the safety of the participants is paramount. If the amount of blue-green algae is too high after a test, the swimming part can be canceled and replaced by an extra running part. In this case, no refund of wetsuit rental and/or registration ticket is possible.

Absolutely. Everyone is welcome, also with a city bike or MTB. Make sure that your bike is in good technical condition and that you wear a helmet. The officials check at the entrance of the transition zone whether your brakes work properly, whether there are no protruding parts on your bike and whether your helmet fits properly.

Unfortunately we cannot give refunds for injuries or illness. You can however have yourself replaced (see below).

Unfortunately, we cannot refund money even with a doctor's certificate. However, you may transfer your starting spot.

Yes, this is possible up to 7 days before the event. You can arrange this yourself in your own back office by clicking on the blue "My Dashboard" button in the confirmation email. There are costs involved.

In many cases this is possible, provided there are still places available in the desired wave. You can arrange this yourself in your own back office by clicking on the blue "My Dashboard" button in the confirmation email. There may be costs involved.