Welcome and Overview of Brigg Spitfire Sprint 2026
We are pleased to host these Sprint Distance events, consisting of a Quadrathlon, Triathlon, Duathlon and 2’s Up Duathlon.
Each competitor is responsible for completing the full distance in every discipline as outlined. Please note that failure to meet the required distances will result in disqualification.
We appreciate your commitment to fair competition and look forward to an excellent event!
On this Page you will find:
Distances
General Information
Registration Details
Transition and Race Brief
Discipline information
Event Timetable
Award Categories
We kindly ask that you read through all pages before contacting us with any queries. If the information you require is not included, please email us at lincsquadevents@gmail.com.
Further Information can be found on the following pages:
Go Back to Main Brigg Spitfire page by clicking here
Distances
General Information
First Aid
First aid will be available at the Leisure Centre.
In case of an emergency, please call 07850 545790.
Save this number in your phone or write it on your race number.
When calling, clearly state your location and the nature of the emergency.
If you cannot get through, or if the situation is critical, dial 999 immediately.
Toilets
The Leisure Centre will be open from 06:30, with several toilet facilities available inside.
An additional Portaloo will be located at the front of Transition for convenience.
Cafe
Enter through the main entrance of the Leisure Centre.
Head left of reception and go through the set of doors.
You’ll find a small café offering hot and cold drinks, plus sandwiches and snacks
Changing Rooms/Showers
The main building offers several changing rooms and shower facilities for participants’ use.
Start List
The official start list will be published within three days of the event.
Please refrain from contacting us beforehand, as the final week is dedicated to essential preparations
Registration
Registration will be setup outside the transition area (seen in photo above).
We’ve kept registration open a little longer so latecomers can sneak in. The flip side? You might find yourself racking your bike while the race is already buzzing along! Stay sharp, smile, and always give way to the competitors flying past
Contents of Registration pack
| Large Race Number x 2 | Display one number on your back for the cycle and one on your front for the run. Numbers are not permitted in the swim. One number contains your timing chip — ensure it is worn when crossing timing mats. Non‑competitors must avoid the mats to prevent false times. |
| Small Sticker x 2 | One to be placed on your bike the second on your helmet |
| Quad Only Small Sticker | This is for your Paddle |
| Quad only Large Number | This is for your Kayak |
| Swim Cap | Not provided. Athletes welcome to wear their own |
| Transition Wrist Band | This must be worn to gain access into and out of transition. |
Documentation Required for Registration
Please refer to image below related to the event you have entered.
There is no documentation required for the Duathlon entry
Triathlon Race Day Pass Information
For Team Entries: Every member of the team must hold their own membership or must purchase a race pass.
A week before the event we will check that all entrants have got a race pass.
If you buy your pass the week running up the event then we will require you to bring proof of purchase
Transition and Race Brief
As this race is a wave start there will be no overall race briefing. Please ensure you read all the information on these pages any last‑minute changes or updates not included in these race information pages will be given to the athletes at registration .
It is the responsibility of each competitor to read the information contained within this page and the other event pages.
Event organisers reserve the right to conduct a quiz to ensure understanding.
We are required to complete checks for all competitors when entering transition on the bike and kit
Checking the bike is in a road worthy condition.
You will be asked to demonstrate that the bike has TWO working brakes
Both end stops are In the handlebars
Your bike helmet is in good condition, it fits and it fastens
That you are wearing your transition wristband
Rules of Transition
Rules extract
No public nudity
Your helmet must be on and fastened prior to taking your bike from the rack
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Ensure your race number is visible to the rear
Exit transition and mount after the line
•On completing the ride section dismount before the line
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Keep your helmet on and fastened until you have racked your bike
Failure to abide by these rules could lead to disqualification or a time penalty being issued
Discipline Information
The course will be signed and marshalled however please ensure that you study the information and maps provided in the upcoming pages.
It is every competitor’s responsibility to ensure that they know and understand the course.
As we are running both Standard distance and Sprint distance events there will be three split points. It is every competitor’s responsibility to know where these are and complete the full route for their distance.
Cycle Route
This is the roundabout in Redbourne village.
Taking the third exit and heading back to Brigg
Kayak Route
At the first Red bridge the sprint distance will turn and head back.
Run Route
The sprint distance will turn at the first cone and marshal point
Event Time Table
Award Categories
Team Awards
Quadrathlon and Triathlon team awards will be dependent on the number of entries.
When conducted under WQF rules, Quadrathlon results will not be determined by roll‑down
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Triathlon results will be determined by roll‑down.
Duathlon awards may vary depending on level of entries.
2’s up awards will be dependent on level and type of entry
