The Ocean Lava Lanzarote Triathlon is back for its second year, following the success of the first event last September. The date is no coincidence, taking place on the same day as the Kona Hawaii Ironman, which will be screened at the party after the race.

The Ocean Lava Triathlon itself is a 1.9km swim in Puerto del Carmen, with 2 huge catamarans as corner buoys. There’s a 90km bike ride through the vineyards of La Geria, El Golfo and over Femes. Rider fact a steep incline of 22%, before heading to the Timanfaya National Park. 60% of the course is through Lanzarote’s breathtaking lava fields. The run is 3 loops of Puerto del Carmen before heading to the finish.

Last year’s Ocean lava Triathlon was won by Belgian Bert Jammaer in 4h 15m 59s and Veerle D’haese (another Belgian) took the women’s crown in 5hr 04m 44s.

Below are some photos from the 2010 Ocean Lava Lanzarote Triathlon.

Registration for the Ocean Lava Lanzarote Triathlon is on Wednesday 12:00-17:00, Thursday 12:00-17:00 and Friday 10:00-12:00. Check in for bikes and running kit, is on Friday 15:00-18:00, with a pre race meeting and Q+A on Friday 19:00-20:00 at the Hotel Los Fariones. All triathletes must meet at 07:45 on the Satruday morning at the swim start, with the race due to start at 08:00. There is a 09:10 cut off for the swim and a 13:45 cut off for the bike section. At 16:30 the race will be closed.

Please note at registration, you need to bring your passport and your racing licence, or purchase a one day racing licence for €10.

After the race, the Ocean Lava Awards dinner will be at 19:00 at the Cafe La Ola in Puerto del Carmen, which you can pay €20 to join, with the awards ceremony at 21:00. Afterwards you can watch the Ironman World Championships live from Kona.

TRAVEL PACKAGE

If you want to take part in the Ocean Lava Lanzarote Triathlon, we have a number of accommodation options.

Firstly, stay at Club La Santa, the World’s Number 1 sports holiday resort on the north west coast of the island. You can book self catering apartments at Club La Santa, which are ideal for all the family and perfect for spending a week training. To book call +44 161 790 9890.

Secondly, stay at the 4 star Hotel San Antonio in Puerto del Carmen, not too far from the start of the race. We have twin rooms available on half board basis. Prices are £195 for 4 nights and £335 for 7 nights both arriving on Thursday 6th October based on 2 people sharing a twin room (single supplement is £94 for 4 nights and £164 for 7 nights).

Race entry for the Ocean Lava Lanzarote Triathlon costs £135.

HOW TO BOOK

At time of booking we require a non-refundable deposit as above. The balance of your travel package must be paid, at the latest, 12 weeks before departure to avoid the cancellation of your trip.

Eithe Call Club La Santa on +44 161 790 9890 to book or click on the green button above to book.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Visas are not required to enter Spain. You need a passport or a National Identity Card (see the website of the Identity and Passport Service (IPS)) to enter Spain. As a British passport holder or National Identity Card holder you may stay as a visitor for three months. For links to important websites, click here.

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