Open Triatlon VK
1.Edition

13. June 2026

Krtko Natural swimming pool Veľký Krtíš

Regulations

Open Super Sprint Triathlon for Everyone

300m – 7.2km – 3km

🏊‍ 🚴 🏃‍‍

Venue: Krtko Natural Swimming Pool, Veľký Krtíš

Date: June 13, 2026 (Saturday)

Race Organizer:

Velocity Kinetix o.z. – Triathlon Team Veľký Krtíš

J. Kráľa 267/6, 99001 Veľký Krtíš

Company ID: 56770693

Phone: +421917928643

Email: velocitykinetix@gmail.com

Organizing Committee:

Race Director I: Mirko Trojčák

Race Director II: Gabriel Zachar

Chief Referee: .....................

Rules:

The competition will be held according to the valid Slovak Triathlon Union (STÚ) rules https://triathlon.sk/pravidla-stu-471  for 2026, the STÚ Competition Regulations https://triathlon.sk/sutazny-poriadok-stu-837   for 2026, and the official race program.

Status:

• Open Super Sprint Triathlon for Everyone

Races:

SUPER SPRINT TRIATHLON

(maximum number of competitors – 120, minimum age – 15 years)

• OPEN TRIATHLON FOR EVERYONE

- 300 m swimming (pool, 3 laps)

- 7.2 km cycling (flat course, 2 laps, partially closed road with slowed traffic)

- 3 km running (flat course, 2 laps)

Categories:

Overall Men Overall Women

Men AG 15-19 Women AG 15-19 

Men AG 20-39 Women AG 20-39 

Men AG 40+ Women AG 40+ 

For all categories, age group placement is determined by the age reached during the calendar year, not by the exact birth date.

Race Schedule:

08:00 – 09:30
📝 Re Registration and athlete check-in

08:00 – 09:40
🚴 Transition area open (bike check-in and equipment preparation)

09:40 – 09:50
📢 Technical briefing (course and safety instructions)

09:55
🎤 Official race opening

10:00
🏁 Men’s start – in waves

10:15
🏁 Women’s start – in waves

cca 10:40 – 11:30
🏆 Finish of competitors

12:00
🏆 Award ceremony and prize giving

12:20
🏆  Raffle draw

Registration and Entry Fee:

A competitor is considered officially registered only after the entry fee has been credited to the organizer’s bank account. The race has a maximum limit of 120 competitors. Once the limit is reached, registration will be closed.

Registration:

Online registration:

https://my.raceresult.com/390826/registration  – 25 EUR

On-site registration on race day – 30 EUR

The entry fee includes:

• race bib number

• swimming cap

• finisher medal

• refreshments on the course and immediately after the race

• athlete service area

• electronic chip timing

• online results

• promotional items from race partners

Payment of Entry Fee:

1. Online payment via:

https://my.raceresult.com/390826/registration

2. Cash payment on race day 

Important!

A competitor is officially registered only after the exact amount of the entry fee has been credited to the organizer’s account with proper identification of the competitor.

A registered competitor without a paid entry fee is not considered properly registered and has no guaranteed right to start if the maximum number of competitors has been reached.

WARNING!

Paid entry fees are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another year or another competitor.

Prizes:

• In all races, the top three competitors in each category will receive trophies and material prizes according to the organizer’s possibilities.

Race Package Pick-up:

The presentation time is listed in the race schedule.

Please arrive with sufficient time reserve and respect the scheduled times for race presentation.

Timing and Results Processing:

Timing and results processing will be carried out using electronic chip identification (RaceResult.com).

Each competitor will receive a timing chip during registration after signing the handover protocol.

The chip must be attached to the competitor’s ankle before the start and worn throughout the race until crossing the finish line, otherwise the competitor’s time will not be recorded.

After finishing, the competitor must return the chip to the organizers.

If the chip is not returned, the competitor must pay a replacement fee of 30 EUR.

Race Conditions:

• Drafting is allowed in all categories.

• The cycling course will be partially closed. In some places there will be slowed regular traffic, and dangerous sections will be supervised by organizers.

• All competitors must obey road traffic regulations.

• Crossing the solid or dashed center line during cycling is STRICTLY FORBIDDEN – violation results in disqualification.

• A cycling helmet is mandatory equipment. Without a helmet, the competitor will not be allowed to start.

• Throwing any waste on the course during the race is prohibited – violation results in disqualification.

Legal Notice and Participant Declaration:

Participation in the race is voluntary and every competitor participates at their own risk. By registering and starting the race, the participant confirms that they are medically fit to participate, are aware of their health condition, and understand the physical and mental demands of the race.The organizer is not responsible for injuries, health damage, accidents, property loss, or any other damage incurred by participants in connection with participation in the event unless caused intentionally or through gross negligence by the organizer. Each participant takes part at their own risk and bears full responsibility for their conduct during the event. Participants must follow the organizer’s instructions, safety regulations, and all applicable laws. The organizer reserves the right to exclude any participant who endangers their own safety or the safety of others. It is recommended that every participant have individual accident insurance. By registering for the event, the participant confirms that they have read and fully agree with these conditions.

Transport and Parking:

Parking spaces for motor vehicles will be available directly near the Krtko Natural Swimming Pool. Please follow the organizers’ instructions. Accommodation, if needed, must be arranged and paid for individually by each participant.

Course Map:

Open Super Sprint Triathlon for Everyone

Swimming:

300 m – 3 laps in the pool

Cycling:

7.2 km – 2 laps

(from the swimming area towards Malý Krtíš, turnaround point, back to the roundabout in Veľký Krtíš – twice – then back to the swimming area)

Running:

3 km – 2 laps around the swimming area

Swimming:

Bike:

Run: