5150 Bela Bela Triathlon 

The South African 5150 Triathlon: The number that’s on everyone’s lips is yours for the taking!

NEXT EVENT: 5150 BELA BELA - SATURDAY 25 AUGUST 2012

The 5150 has landed in South Africa. This exciting series kicked off in August this year with an inaugral race in Bela Bela, with more races to come in the future.

Triathlon is currently one of the world’s fastest growing sports and with the massive injection of interest the 5150 Triathlon Series is a creation that is sure to spark the interest of the many who are quickly taking to the sport. The 5150 series was launched at Kona, Hawaii Championship last year.

Global Appeal

It is a series that not only utilises the winning formula of the most popular triathlon distance, together with a rapidly growing sport, but also encompasses the strong brand appeal of the likes of Ironman and Ironman 70.3 as it establishes itself as a world renowned race and brand.

Race Essentials

  • The name 5150 originates from the distance of the race which consists of a 1.5km swim, a 40km bike and 10km run totalling a distance of 51.50km.
  • It is the largest international standard distance triathlon in the world.
  • It is the first non-drafting international race series of its kind globally.
  • Races on 3 continents with plans to expand.
  • Athletes comprise of a combination of professional athletes, amateurs as well as teams.
  • The prize purse is 10 000 USD for each South African event.
  • Athletes will be invited to compete at the Series Final through qualification.

The 5150 Bela Bela Triathlon is proud to partner with our host venue Forever Resorts Warmbaths.

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