National Series Racing in Rosslare
We’re thrilled to host the National Series once again at the Pikeman Standard Distance Triathlon. This is a race built on community, professionalism, and pride.
National Series Racing in Rosslare
We’re thrilled to host the National Series once again at the Pikeman Standard Distance Triathlon. This is a race built on community, professionalism, and pride.
THE RACE BEGINS IN
The Pikeman is a true race-day experience: a sea swim supported by kayaks and boats, a fast-moving bike course on open roads with strict safety zones, and a two-loop run designed to keep the energy high right to the finish.
This event operates under Triathlon Ireland rules with technical officials on site, and it’s delivered with a strong focus on safety, fairness, and athlete experience.
Every Bear Races event is designed to deliver a professional, enjoyable, and rewarding experience from start to finish.

Parking opens at 5:30am — please do not arrive before this time.
Bag drop is located in the Registration Tent.
Cut-offs are measured from your individual swim start time:
Race numbers are available for collection on the day before the event or on Race morning.
Date
Distance
Max Elevation
Terrain
There are no showers or private changing facilities. Changing will take place in an open transition space.
Yes, headphones are permitted. However, participants are responsible for remaining aware of marshals, pedestrians, and other runners/cyclists at all times. Please keep the volume low enough to hear instructions.
Every finisher receives a medal. There is no official event t-shirt.
Toilets are located in the transition area and finish line.
There is a water station on the running route just ahead of the turn for the second lap. We advise participants to bring a water bottle to attach to their bike.
Entries include your race number, swim hat, sticker set for helmet, bike and bag which all include a timing chip. Each participant will then get a finishers medal at the end!
All participants must collect their race packs the evening before race day from 6-9pm or race morning from 6-7:30am. You will be required to show photo ID. Your ID must match the registration details. You will also need to show your registration QR code.
Registration is located – Click Here for Link
Registration will open at 6pm on Saturday and close at 9pm. It will open at 6am and close at 7.30am on Race Day.
You need to collect your race pack at Registration on either day. Your race pack will have your race number, swim hat, sticker set for helmet, bike and bag. It will also have your timing chip. You will be required to show photo ID. Your ID must match the registration details. You will also need to show your registration QR code. This must be shown. It will be emailed to you the Friday before the event.
There will be a bag drop area in the Reg Tent opened from 6am – Click Here for Link.
Please make sure your number your bag with the sticker supplied in your race pack. Unbagged items like keys or phones cannot be accepted. ONLY one small bag per participant will be taken in. Please Note: You will need your race number to retrieve your bag after the race, so ensure your race number is securely pinned to you.
| Age Group | Male 1st | Female 1st | Male 2nd | Female 2nd | Male 3rd | Female 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Winner | €100 | €100 | €75 | €75 | €50 | €50 |
| Overall winners do not receive age category prizes. | ||||||
| 18–19 | €30 | €30 | €25 | €25 | €20 | €20 |
| 20–24 | €30 | €30 | €25 | €25 | €20 | €20 |
| 25–29 | €30 | €30 | €25 | €25 | €20 | €20 |
| 30–34 | €30 | €30 | €25 | €25 | €20 | €20 |
| 35–39 | €30 | €30 | €25 | €25 | €20 | €20 |
| 40–44 | €30 | €30 | €25 | €25 | €20 | €20 |
| 45–49 | €30 | €30 | €25 | €25 | €20 | €20 |
| 50–54 | €30 | €30 | €25 | €25 | €20 | €20 |
| 55–59 | €30 | €30 | €25 | €25 | €20 | €20 |
| 60–64 | €30 | €30 | €25 | €25 | €20 | €20 |
| 65–69 | €30 | €30 | €25 | €25 | €20 | €20 |
| 70–74 | €30 | €30 | €25 | €25 | €20 | €20 |
| 75+ | €30 | €30 | €25 | €25 | €20 | €20 |
Yes — entries can be transferred to another participant by submitting an official name change request to our team. Name changes are accepted up to 3 weeks before event day. After this deadline, no changes can be made and you cannot race on another persons entry.
No, refunds are not available.
No – Be please aware of traffic on all roads.
Minimum age is 18 years old.
The race brief is sent out one week before the event and then again the day before the event. If you haven’t received the email make sure and check your spam.
Results will be available after the event supplied by Sports Timing. https://www.sportstiming.ie/
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