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Race Details
FAQ

Where to go, what to bring, and what’s allowed
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SWIM
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BIKE
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RUN

Things to know
Before the Race

For everything you know, view our Qualicum Beach Triathlon Athletes’ Guide.

Key dates and schedule

Race Day Sunday, June 28, 2026

Race Package Pickup Saturday, June 27, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM at Ravensong Pool (737 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach,)
11:30am &1pm – Meet at the Ravensong Pool entrance

Transition Opens / Closes 8am – Race day (there is NO overnight storage of gear)
Swim Start / Wave Times See wave assignment at pickup; heats are based on estimated swim time.

Awards Ceremony After Tiny Tri has ended – approximately 1pm race day

Can someone else pick up my race package for me?

Absolutely! BUT…. make sure they have your Tri BC membership number and a copy of your ID.

Swim Heat Placement

Your swim heat will be assigned to you after registration closes. This information will be provided to you at the race package pick-up. However, you will be asked to estimate your swim time when you sign up through Race Roster. It is recommended that you know your approximate time before signing up to ensure you are placed in a similar timing heat.

What is your refund policy?

Refund will be given for medical withdrawal only, no later than 48 hours before race day.

Racer Rules and Regulations

Tri BC Rules and Regulations are available for download (link below). A copy of this PDF will also be emailed to you upon registration via Race Roster.

Can parents stay in transition to assist kids?

Parents may assist in transition for ROOKIE and TINY TRI events ONLY.
For all other age categories, once the race begins, all non-athletes MUST leave transition (there are no exceptions, and athletes will be disqualified as per Tri BC rules if assistance is provided).

Pedal Clips and Cages

Clip-in pedals and cages/ straps ARE permitted for all ages

Can I ride my cruiser-style bike in this event?

Yes, as long as it has a brake on both wheels.

Electronic Devices – what’s allowed and what’s not

Illegal equipment includes, but is not limited to:

  • Headphone(s) and/or headset(s) or technical earplug(s), or smart helmets
    which are inserted or covering the ears, including glasses/sunglasses with
    built-in sound or visual image delivery systems.

Phones, smart watches and bike computers used for tracking race statistics ARE permitted.

Do youth Race Distances meet regulations?

Qualicum Beach Triathlon is a TRIBC-sanctioned event. All race categories will either match TRIBC regulations or will be slightly shorter due to our race route requirements.

TRI BC Membership and Promo Code

This is a sanctioned event with Triathlon BC.

All participants must either be TRI BC members or purchase day-of-event insurance (included in entry fee).

If you are a TRI BC member, you are eligible for a discount at sign-up. However, you MUST provide proof of membership (card or number) at race package pickup.

Do you have more questions
about the big day?
If this is your first race or if you are a seasoned athlete, we understand that you might want to check on a few things before the event. For additional questions, please reach out to our team and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
Do you have more questions
about the big day?
If this is your first race or if you are a seasoned athlete, we understand that you might want to check on a few things before the event. For additional questions, please reach out to our team and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.