User:Kayathlon

The sport of KayathlonTM is governed by the http://www.kayathlonfederation.com

KayathlonTM is a multisport event that involves kayaking, cycling & running (In that order). There are 2 variations of KayathlonTM, On Road & Off Road. On Road involves road running and road biking and Off Road involves trail running and mountain biking. The kayak discipline can be on either flat or moving water.

Distances:

Other KayathlonTM

An event that involves kayak, bike & run stages in any order and any distance are still recognised by the International Kayathlon Federation.

Categories for Male, Female & Mixed


 * Solo – One person does all 3 disciplines
 * Pairs – Two people do all 3 disciplines together
 * Relay – Three people take on one disipline each

Age Groups


 * Junior: Under 16
 * Junior Plus: 16 – 17
 * Senior: 18 – 39
 * Veteran: 40 -59
 * Vintage: 60+

Elite Groups


 * Over 16

It is a competitive event where the aim is to complete the course in the quickest amount of time without stopping between each phase, except to transition from one sport to the next.

Kayak

There are no rules regarding the type of boat used for a kayathlon, however the more competitive will be seen using surfski’s or K1′s/K2′s. Beginners can use sit-on-top kayaks which are very stable and make for an easy transition. For the kayak phase, once the competitor is over the designated line (usually the waters edge) someone else can handle the kayak allowing the competitor to transition to the bike phase. Bouyancy Aids are mandatory. Drafting is allowed

Bike

Helmets are mandatory. Drafting is not allowed as a solo athlete however is permitted for pairs. Aerobars are allowed.

Run

The run can be flat, undulating or hilly. On-road KayathlonTM will always be on pavements and off-road  KayathlonTM  can be on a mixture of terrain from paths, mountain and trails.