The Braintree District triathlon is promoted by Born2tri, based at a very modern and well equipped leisure centre to the north of Halstead, Essex. We will have a chip timing system in use. The race starts in the 25m indoor pool, having the benefit of just two racers in a lane. There is a spacious transition area within the centre grounds, which forms the focus of the race. The cycle course is mainly on rural roads, a single lap of 20km, passing through Earls Colne, Pebmarsh and Catley Cross. This is followed by a two lap run over a mixture of paths and grassland. The pool swim and traffic free run course makes it an ideal race for novices and young competitors, minimum age 15yrs on race day. We also offer a relay option, where three athletes each complete one discipline.