One of the only off-road triathlons in the Middle East, the event will take place in Kalba on the outskirts of Sharjah on Saturday, March 26.
The triathlon is organised by Urban Ultra and sponsored by Shurooq, contributing a Dh20,000 pro-athlete prize fund, and is entering its second edition following a successful launch in October 2015.
Triathletes will be able to compete as individuals or as teams to swim in the tranquil waters of Kalba’s protected lagoon, mountain bike over the hills in the mountainous region and finally trail run on goat and donkey trails.
Various distances are on offer for triathlon novices to the more experienced triathletes.
The sport distance includes a 750 metre sea swim, an 18.5 kilometre mountain bike and a 5km trail run, while the championship distance is extended to a 1.5km swim, a 35km mountain bike and a 10km run.
For those who want to stay over, camping by the sea is available, as well as the Kalba Camp, which comes with natural stone and wooden buildings, a fire pit and an outdoor dining area.
Kalba’s protected lagoon provides the setting for the swimming part of the competition.
The cost of the dormitory-style rooms are Dh100 per person or Dh375 for a twin room with an en-suite bathroom.
To make your booking, visit www.adventure.ae/accommodation/kalba-camp/ or call 04 392 6463.
If you’re in need of a bike for the race, bikes are available for rent from BeSport and Adventure HQ.
Registration for the race will be open until midnight on Saturday, March 19, but could close sooner if places sell out.
Make sure to sign up as soon as possible by visiting www.urban-ultra.com or www.premieronline.com.
Join all the other triathletes on the day before the race for a social gathering on Friday, March 25.
Meet fellow participants and be ready for the event, which will take place bright and early the following day at 07:00.
What: Urban-Ultra X-Tri Cross Country Triathlon
Where: Kalba, Sharjah
When: Saturday, March 26 at 07:00, with a social gathering on Friday, March 25. Registration closes at midnight on Saturday, March 19
Contact: Visit www.urban-ultra.com and www.premieronline.com to sign up and for more information
