Back to Hever for day two, and this time it was for the Sprint wave triathlon.

The logistics are different from the swim but were easy to follow. You’ll need to be a BTF member or pay for a race licence on the day - this seemed to cause a bit of delay on registration but to be fair it is stated in the briefing email.

Transition racking was busy but bag drop was well organised and transition was very well marshalled. The athlete village is also well arranged too - cycle repair was a lifesaver due a puncture just after T1.

The swim is 400m - I’ve reviewed this lake previously so won’t comment here. Straight after the swim and it’s a dart uphill to T1. T1 was well signposted and clear where bike exit was. The cycle course involves a short run with the bike followed by a ride along the road leaving the castle estate the onto public roads. These aren’t closed but for the most part aren’t busy.

There is one narrow railway bridge on the course - it’s noted in the race brief - and the inconsiderate nature of drivers around cyclists never ceases to amaze. The marshalls do what they can... Local support was impressive (particularly the singers!).

Otherwise the course is undulating with a few long hills - not very steep climbs or descents - but they will slow most cyclists down. After 20k it’s back into transition and off for the run.

Here the logistics let the course down as I couldn’t see the run exit signposted. In actual fact, it’s the same as the cycle exit but signposting would have helped immensely.

The run (4k) is well signposted and takes in a range of surfaces from gravel paths to grass to paved surfaces. It’s fairly flat, though one hill around 3k is a challenge, with a fast finish.

Overall, Hever is very good. It’s a large event and great to take in the atmosphere of the village and venue.