After a successful inaugural event, the second Laguna Lăng Cô Triathlon will take place on 29 March 2014. The triathlon will be comprised of a 1.8k Swim, 62k Bike and a 12k Run. A triathlon team relay, a duathlon, and a Bike Race will round off the event program.
Laguna Lăng Cô is the first and largest fully integrated world-class hospitality development in Vietnam. This unique holiday destination is a world unto itself, comprising the Banyan Tree and Angsana branded hotels and resorts, award-winning spas, a championship golf course, resort residences, convention facilities and an array of recreational offerings. The objective of the Laguna Lăng Cô Triathlon is to emulate the success of the Laguna Phuket Triathlon offering a great event experience to all participants.
Competitor Information
Last updated:12 March 2014
Date: Saturday, 29 March 2014
| Triathlon/ Team Relay | |
| Race Distance: | 1.8 k swim / 62 k bike / 12 k run. |
| Race Start: | At the beach in front of Banyan Tree Laguna Lăng Cô |
| Swim Course: | 1.8k, one loop, non wetsuit swim |
| Bike Course: | 62k, one loop bike course |
| Run Course: | 12k, two 6k loops |
| Age Groups: | Male and female age groups starting with the 18-24 age group then continuing with five year intervals. |
| Team Relay: | Three team members – one swimmer, one cyclist, one runner – each completing one leg of the triathlon course |
| Entry Fee: | Triathlon: • Early Bird USD 160 incl. Pasta Party and Awards Banquet until 15 January 2014 • Regular USD 190 incl. Pasta Party and Awards Banquet until 22 March 2014 • Partial refund 50% of entry fee no later than 15 February 2014 Triathlon Team Relay: • Early Bird USD 260 incl. Pasta Party and Awards Banquet until 15 January 2013 • Regular USD 300 incl. Pasta Party and Awards Banquet until 22 March 2014 • Partial refund 50% of entry fee no later than 15 February 2014 |
| Duathlon | |
| Race Distance: | 6 k run / 62 k bike / 12 k run. |
| Race Start: | Laguna Lang Co Triathlon Transition Area |
| First Run: | 6k, one loop |
| Bike Course: | 62k, one loop bike course |
| Second Run: | 12k, two 6k loops |
| Age Groups: | Male and female age groups starting with the 18-29 age group then continuing with ten year intervals. |
| Entry Fee: | • Early Bird USD 140 incl. Pasta Party and Awards Banquet until 15 January 2014 • Regular USD 165 incl. Pasta Party and Awards Banquet until 22 March 2014 • Partial refund 50% of entry fee no later than 15 February 2014 |
| Bike race – 62k | |
| Race Distance: | 62 k |
| Race Start: | Laguna Lang Co Triathlon Transition Area |
| Bike Course: | 62k, one loop |
| Age Groups: | Male and female open |
| Entry Fee: | • Early Bird USD 60 until 15 January 2014 • Regular USD 75 until 22 March 2014 • Partial refund 50% of entry fee no later than 15 February 2014 |
TRIATHLON / DUATHLON
BIKE SHOP / MECHANIC
Time: 27-30 March 2014
Location: Outside Angsana Lăng Cô Ballroom
BIKE STORAGE
Bikes may to be stored in athlete’s hotel rooms but all maintenance must be done in hotel car parks.
Damage to room furnishings is chargeable.
DAY BEFORE THE RACE 28th March 2014
PRACTICE RIDE
Time: 08:00
Location: Angsana Front Entrance
Strongly recommeded for all riders.
REGISTRATION
Time: 10:00 – 17:00
Location: Ballroom 1 Angsana Lăng Cô
Race kit includes numbaers, timing chip, race belt, swim cap, numbered bag for race gear.
BRIEFING
Time: 17:00 – 18:00
Location: Ballroom 2 Angsana Lăng Cô
The race briefing provides vital information about the course and the race. Attendance is compulsory.
BIKE CHECK IN
Time: 10:00 – 17:00
Location: Transition Area
All athletes must check-in their bike the day before the race.
PASTA PARTY
Time: 18:00h – 20:30h
Location: Market Place – Angsana Lăng Cô
Free entry to athletes.
Additional family and friends - payable at the door.
RACE DAY 29th March 2014
PARKING
Time: BEFORE 05:30
Location: Designated Car Parks
TRANSITION AREA
Time: 05:00 – 06:15
Location: Back of Angsana Ballroom
Transition area opens for numbering and placing equipment.
From the Transition Area, athletes will be transferred to the Swim Start.
All bike bottles must be filled before arriving at Transition.
RACE START – TRIATHLON
Time: 06:30
Location: Banyan Tree Beach
AID STATIONS
Pre-race aid stations will be available at the Transition Area and the Swim Start.
Bike course: 2 aid stations. Run course: 4 aid stations.
Post-race and medical facilities are at the finish area.
ATHLETE HOSPITALITY & MASSAGE (for triathletes/duathletes only)
Time: 09:00 – 13:30
Location: Transition Area
Post-race hospitality includes a buffet meal and a complimentary 15-minute massage.
BIKE RACE
RACE DAY 29th March 2014
REGISTRATION
Time: 12:00 – 13:00
Location: Golf Club
Race kit includes (race number for bike & helmet / timing chip)
BRIEFING
Time: 13:00
Location: Ballroom 2 Angsana Lăng Cô
The race briefing provides vital information about the course and race. Attendance is compulsory.
BIKE CHECK IN
Time: 12:00 - 13:00
Location: Golf Club Car Park
ALL
MEDICAL SERVICE
Time: 05:00 – 17:30
Location: Transition Area
CHILL OUT PARTY
Time: 14:00 – 16:00
Location: Golf Club
PRE-AWARDS COCKTAIL PARTY
Time: 17:00 – 18:00
Location: Moomba - Angsana Lăng Cô
AWARDS BANQUET
Time: 18:00 – 23:00
Location: Angsana Lăng Cô
1 ticket is included to the registration fee.
If not sold out, tickets will be sold at registration and possibly at the door.
AWARDS
TRIATHLON – 1st, 2nd and 3rd in each category receive a trophy at the Awards Party.
DUATHLON & BIKE RACE – 1st, 2nd and 3rd male and female receive a trophy at the Awards Party
FINISHER MEDALS AND FINISHER SHIRTS - presented to athletes who complete a race
FINISHER CERTIFICATES - available for download online at the results list
GENERAL INFO
POST RACE EQUIPMENT PICK-UP
TRIATHLON: All bags, equipment and bikes must be claimed from Transition by 13:30 on race day
BIKE: All bikes must be cleared from golf by 18:00 on race day
LOST AND FOUND
Time: Race Day
Location: Transition Area
LABELLING Please label all clothing and equipment, including both shoes, to ensure easy recovery
PERSONAL SAFETY
Always train with another person, especially in the water. While in the water, please wear a brightly coloured swim cap. When biking and running, please take precautions as Lăng Cô drivers and motorcyclists can be unpredictable. Take extreme caution when biking on ALL public roads.
WEATHER CONDITIONS & DEHYDRATION
Average air temperature for March in Lăng Cô is 29°C. Athletes MUST hydrate properly pre, during and post race. Bikes should be equipped with at least two water bottle cages.
(Source www.lagunalangcotriathlon.com)
