Latest information from Half Ironman UK (Llanberis) is that they already have over 1,000 registered competitors - with applications still coming in! There is a limit of 1,400 starting spots and anyone still thinking of entering is encouraged to either download the entry form or enter online via our website (where you can also see the competitor list).

Elite UK athletes already committed to race include the male BTA Champions at Sprint, Olympic and Long Course (ie Messrs Allen, Jenkins and Jenkinson) which should make for an interesting competition over the Half Ironman distance. Not to be outdone by their colleagues in Kona, HIMUK will be announcing a revised race course in the next few days. Maps and profiles are currently being completed and will be available on the official race website by early next week.

Although the new route includes nearly 3 miles of cycle track, all competitors should be aware that BIG Triathlon have contingency plans in place to ensure that the race day route completely avoids any areas (in particular footpaths, bridleways and fields) that might prove contentious in the event of FMD persisting until September. The complete event (transition areas, bike route, run route and Expo area) has been designed to use only public highways and hard-standing (tarmac) areas and careful consideration has been given to follow the guidelines laid down by MAFF, the Wales Tourist Board, North Wales Tourism and Gwynedd County Council.