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Race Reports for Bintan Triathlon - Olympic Course 2014

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  • Organised?Yes
  • Events on time?Yes

  • Lots of volunteers to help?Yes
  • Plenty of drink stations?Yes

  • Post race activities? Good
  • Overall course based on my ability: Just right

  • Comments: Very well-organized; much easier logistics than last time I did it as I used a package through the event organizers. Lots of events for kids and families. Pricey, though. High entry fees and really only convenient to stay on the island. Plus a bit of nickel-and-diming. They make you pay 57 Sing. dollars extra for the award dinner, and then drinks (even water) are not included. It seemed a bit cheap given the cost of the event and the many families participating, At least they could include water/soft drinks, particularly considering what the athletes have just gone through. Post-race food also sad--a few overripe bananas and slices of dry cake. At any rate was too hot to eat at that point. I wouldn't recommend the Oly for beginners as it's a brutal bike and run course, esp. as it starts in afternoon heat at 1:45/2 PM and features 2 laps of the infamous run course. But easily one of the most beautiful swims on the SEA scene. I'll even forgive the jellyfish.
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