Triathlon

THE SPORT

Triathlon consists of (freestyle) swimming, cycling and running. Actually, the sports are completed without interruption, but we train the sports separately on different dates - we run on Monday, cycling takes place after consultation and swimming with the FVV swimming department.

The Triathlon department also offers cycling tours. More information here .

SPORTS OFFER

Places and Times

Running:

Monday: 7.30 pm (not on public holidays)
Meetong point: Ignatz-Bubis-Bridge (old Portikus), Schöne Aussicht, 60311 Frankfurt - opposite the Literaturhaus
At any season and in almost any weather we run an hour a relaxed 11 km round at the Main
Running track Spring and Summer: main uphill to Offenbach harbour and back (running track)
Running track autumn and winter: main downhill to Frankfurt's Westhafen and back (running track)

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Cycling

We ride with group leader (no trainer) about four or six hours after consultation.

Swimming

The training takes place together with the FVV swimming department.

To take part

Welcome are all those who enjoy running or road cycling or who want to combine the three sports of running, swimming and cycling. Regular participation is not mandatory, but it is recommended.

When running and cycling, we always take into account the weakest participant. If the number of participants is appropriate, groups with different speeds can also be formed. The average speed with to road bike is 23 - 30 km/h

At swimming, there are different performance groups, but no courses for non-swimmers.

Equipment

Running :

Please wear running clothes suitable for the weather conditions, in which you feel comfortable (there is no changing facilities on site)

Cycling:

You need a racing or triathlon bike and suitable clothing for the weather condiditons. In principle, a bicyle helmet (according to EU standards) must be worn for all journeys. In winter and in the dark, adequate / proper lighting must be provided.

Swimming:

You only need bathing suits and goggles.

Competitions

We also take part in competitions such as triathlon competitions, XMAS tournaments, RTFs, everyman cycling races, relays and individual runners at the Frankfurt Marathon, races and EuroGames.

A licence is required for participation in official competitions of the German Triathlon Union and the Hessian Triathlon Associathin and can be applied for via the FVV. Starters without a licence can purchase a daily licence at their own expense.