Aquabike
About the race
The Outlaw Original Aquabike takes place on 25 July 2027 at the National Water Sports Centre in Nottingham, starting at 6:00am. The event features a 2.4 mile swim followed by a 112 mile bike leg.
This event follows the same swim and bike route as the Outlaw Original Triathlon. Your race finish time will be taken when you cross the timing mat as you return to transition after your bike leg. Once you have racked, you can walk, jog, or run to the orange carpet for a Grandstand finish and collect your medal.
Participant inclusions and event features include:
- Stunning venue and incredible atmosphere with supportive staff, volunteers, commentary, live DJ, and smooth organization.
- Orange carpet finish where family and friends can join you across the line.
- On-course support and well-stocked feed stations plus on-the-spot mechanics.
- Finishers' technical t-shirt and quality medal.
- Chip timing, live event tracking, full split breakdowns, and category awards.
- Free post-race meal and recovery area access.
- Official Outlaw swim hat and hydration bottles.
- Personalised photo packages available to purchase post-race.
Finish Format
Your race finish time will be taken when you cross the timing mat as you return to transition after your bike leg. Once you have racked you can then walk, jog or run to the orange carpet for a Grandstand finish and collect your medal.
What your entry includes
Regulations & documents
The course
2.4 mile swim
112 mile bike
The 2.4-mile swim takes place in the Regatta lake at the National Water Sports Centre with a mass start on an out and back course exiting close to transition. The 112-mile bike course follows a relatively flat route out into the Nottinghamshire countryside. Finish time is recorded when crossing the timing mat upon returning to transition after the bike leg, after which athletes walk, jog, or run to the orange carpet grandstand finish.
Swim Course
The 2.4-mile swim takes place in the Regatta lake at the National Water Sports Centre with the incredible spectacle that is a mass start. The swim is easy to navigate with an out and back course which exits close to transition.
Bike Course
The 112-mile bike course takes you along a relatively flat route out into the Nottinghamshire countryside.
Race weekend schedule
Location
City insight: Nottingham
Nottingham is a city in the East Midlands, on the River Trent, with a Robin Hood legend, a strong running scene and the National Water Sports Centre at Holme Pierrepont. The climate is cool and changeable: summers (June to August) are mild to warm, autumn is damp, winters (December to February) are cold and wet, and spring is fresh. Late spring to early autumn is the best time for racing, and the flat river routes suit fast courses. It has fast trains to London and a regional airport nearby.
Know from the athletes
Good to know
Can I pay in instalments?
Our booking partner Let’s Do This provide an option to pay in instalments so that you can spread the cost of your booking. Please note that until your fee is paid in full, you will not be allowed to participate and you will not be able to access the relevant withdrawal options e.g. refunds, transfers or deferrals.
What's the registration process at the event?
Race pack collection and racking will be on Saturday. Race packs will not be posted and there is no option to rack on Sunday. Photo ID will be required for all Race Pack Collection. Bikes must be stickered prior to racking and security wristbands must be worn at all times for access to Transition – including collecting your bike post race.
What's the race start format?
The start format will be a mass start. Wetsuits will be mandatory for the swim.
What are the cut-off times?
Below are the expected cut offs for this event showing time after wave start based on a 06:00 start: Swim & T1: 2hrs 30mins; Bike: 10hrs 40mins. Always refer to the Final Race Information for the confirmed cut off details.
How old do you have to be for this event?
Minimum Age – Individual: 15 by 31 December 2026, Swim: 15 by 31 December 2026, Bike: 15 by 31 December 2026, Run: 15 by 31 December 2026.
Can you take part as a relay?
No you cannot enter as an aquabike relay.