Parbold duathlon, Sunday March 11th, final 20 places remaining..

Just over 2 weeks to go and we’re down to the final 20 places for this year’s Parbold Duathlon, which takes place Sunday March 11th 2012, from the Farmer’s Arms pub in Hildale, Lancashire.

The duathlon is a classic on the NW calendar and one of the best openers for the season. The event is a 5k run on quiet roads, 27k road cycle and final 5k run to the finish. The tricky part of this event is Parbold Hill which you climb on the bike, 3 times in total! This event is always a popular one with both elites and first timers and it has a great ‘informal’ feel and ‘local’ atmosphere.

The route is tough and at the end you’ll be glad to cross the line, but you’ll be cheered on by the crowds who gather at the side of the road for this spectator friendly event.

Don’t miss out on this classic event!!

To read more and to enter GO HERE NOW

Parbold Duathlon, Sunday March 11th, the final 20 places remaining..

We’re down to the last 20 places for this year’s Parbold Duathlon, which takes place Sunday March 11th 2012, from the Farmer’s Arms pub in Hildale, Lancashire.

The duathlon is a classic on the NW calendar and one of the best openers for the season. The event is a 5k run on quiet roads, 27k road cycle and final 5k run to the finish. The tricky part of this event is Parbold Hill which you climb on the bike, 3 times in total! This event is always a popular one with both elites and first timers and it has a great ‘informal’ feel and ‘local’ atmosphere.

The route is tough and at the end you’ll be glad to cross the line, but you’ll be cheered on by the crowds who gather at the side of the road for this spectator friendly event.

Don’t miss out on this classic event!!!

To read more and to enter GO HERE NOW

Horwich Triathlon, Sunday May 6th 2012, Race to the Pike..!

The Horwich triathlon is back for 2012, taking place on Sunday May 6th. This event is a great opener for the year and the perfect event to test your endurance. Last year the event attracted 300 competitors from all over the UK, it is one of the oldest triathlons in the North West.

The 500m pool swim takes place in Horwich Leisure Centre, the first waves start at 7:30am and the final wave closer to 12 noon. The challenging 40k cycle route crosses the Lancashire Moors, taking in part of the IMUK triathlon route. The final 9k run follows roads and trails, climbing to the high point of Rivington Pike, before a rapid descent brings you all the way back to the finish line.

You can read more by checking our web page HERE
You can check out the cycle course by CLICKING HERE
You can check out the run course by CLICKING HERE

Hope to see you there..

Regards
Epic Events

Parbold duathlon March 11th 2012, less than 50 places remaining..

There’s less than 50 places left for this year’s Parbold Duathlon, which takes place Sunday March 11th 2012, from the Farmer’s Arms pub in Hildale, Lancashire.

The duathlon is a classic on the NW calendar and one of the best openers for the season. The event is a 5k run on quiet roads, 27k road cycle and final 5k run to the finish. The tricky part of this event is Parbold Hill which you climb on the bike, 3 times in total! This event is always a popular one with both elites and first timers and it has a great ‘informal’ feel and ‘local’ atmosphere.

The route is tough and at the end you’ll be glad to cross the line, but you’ll be cheered on by the crowds who gather at the side of the road for this spectator friendly event.

The event is limited to 150 participants, make sure you don’t miss out!

To read more and to enter GO HERE NOW

 

Open Water Swimming 2012!!

Epic Lakes Swim Series 2012

Are you getting bored on the pool and looking forwards to getting back into the lakes and sea? We can’t wait for warmer weather, dusting off the wetsuit and jumping into open water. The Epic Swims 2012 will be bigger and better than ever and it would be great to see you there.

The event dates are:

Coniston, May 27th
Derwent Water, June 17th
Ullswater, July 15th

There are 3 separate distances on each day. The 500m swim is for juniors and novices who are looking for their first open water experience and the 3.8k is for those wishing to swim longer and for those who are targetting long distance triathlon events. Our most popular event is the mile loop which always attracts a large following! For more information or to join us, GO HERE NOW

The Morecambe Mile

The Morecambe Mile open water sea swim is back for 2012, taking place on August 5th. The 1 mile loop starts from Morecambe Town Hall and this year, there is a 500m event specifically for juniors and novices. The sea front at Morecambe offers amazing Lakeland views and on August 5th, it will be swamped with neoprene clad swimmers ready to take to the waters.. For more information or to join us, GO HERE NOW

Open Water Swim Wetsuits at Amazing Prices!

If you are looking for your first wetsuit, or perhaps you are looking for an upgrade in 2012, The Endurance Store have some amazing deals for you. Some suits are discounted by more than 50%, with all sizes currently in stock. It’s important that you try on your suit before you choose to ensure the fit is right for you. They’re just off junction 27 of the M6 so call in and see them. To see the current offers available GO HERE NOW

March 2012 duathlon week..

Duathlon week at Epic Events takes place March 4th to 11th 2012, with 2 fantastic events to kick start your year..

Firefighters 2UP Duathlon, Sunday March 4th

The firefighters duathlon is a unique event which takes place from Belmont near Bolton. The event is a 6k run, 28k cycle and final 6k run, but the catch is, you race the whole event with a partner of choice. On the run you will pace each other and will not be allowed to start the cycle ride unless you are together.. if you finish run 1 ahead of your partner, you’ll have to wait.

The bike is a classic 2UP time trial format, with pairs riding together to share the workload. You must stay together on the bike course which is a rolling out and back route. Once off the bike you start the second run.. once again, you’ll not be allowed to start unless your partner is with you.

This event is limited to 100 pairs and is supported by GM Fire Service, get your entry in early and join us for this great event!

To read more and to enter GO HERE NOW

Parbold Duathlon, Sunday March 11th

A classic on the NW calendar and one of the best openers for the season. The event is a 5k run, 27k cycle and 5k run. The tricky part of this event is Parbold Hill which you climb on the bike, 3 times in total! This event is always a popular one with both elites and first timers and it has a great ‘informal’ feel and ‘local’ atmosphere. The route is tough and at the end you’ll be glad to cross the line.. the perfect ending to your perfect week.

The event is limited to 150 participants, make sure you don’t miss out!

To read more and to enter GO HERE NOW

Have a great xmas from all at epic events!!

Wave goodbye to injuries..

Epic Events has linked up with www.physioworld.net to provide sports massage and physio support at all of our epic events in 2012. The team at physioworld have clinics throughout the UK which makes them a perfect choice for our events. Adam Jarvis, manager for the North of England is keen to work with competitors across all ability levels and provide support at the highest level. All epic events competitors can also receive a free initial treatment at any physioworld clinic by using the code ‘epicphysio’ when booking. We look forwards to seeing the physioworld team at our next event this coming Sunday.. the Cumbrian Cracker Sportive!

The Cumbrian Cracker, Entries Close Wednesday November 2nd!!

The Cumbrian Cracker (formerly Christmas Cracker) takes place on Sunday November 6th 2011, from Grasmere Cumbria. The date of the event has been brought forwards in a hope that the worst of the winter weather can be avoided!

The cracker is a great route which starts with the super steep ascent of ‘red bank’, before following the shores of Coniston and stopping at Cartmel for the ‘feed station’. From here the route follows back lanes through Grizedale Forest, climbing Moor Top, before descending into Hawkshead village. From here the final miles take riders through Ambleside, along the shores of Rydal water and back to Grasmere for your complimentary hot stew and roll!

Entries will close Wednesday November 2nd Midnight and there are no entries on the day under any circumstances. If you’d like to join us, enter now:

http://www.epicevents.org/product.php/55/cumbrian-cracker-sportive–sunday-november-6th

We look forwards to seeing you there!

Epic Events Dates Announced For 2012!!

Our events are now pencilled in for 2012 and we have a great timetable to look forwards to!

Regards
Epic Events

04/03/2012	Fire Service Duathlon, Bolton
11/03/2012	Parbold Duathlon, West Lancashire
15/04/2012	Lakeland Loop Cycle Sportive
06/05/2012	Horwich Triathlon, Bolton
27/05/2012	Coniston Open Water Swim, Cumbria
17/06/2012	Derwent Open Water Swim, Cumbria
01/07/2012	Darwen Triathlon, Lancashire
15/07/2012	Ullswater Open Water Swim, Cumbria
19/08/2012	Clitheroe Triathlon, Lancashire
05/08/2012	Morecambe Open Water Sea Swim, Lancashire
09/09/2012	Ulverston Triathlon, Cumbria
04/11/2012	Cumbrian Cracker Cycle Sportive