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Event summary
Dive into one of Portugal’s most iconic coastal triathlons: the Sines Triathlon, taking place on September 21, 2025, along the stunning Sines Bay. This middle-distance triathlon (2km swim • 80km bike • 18km run) offers both individual and relay participation, making it ideal for endurance athletes and mixed-level teams alike.
Organized by HMS Sports with the support of the Sines City Council and certified by the Portuguese Triathlon Federation, this event combines a fast, scenic coastal route with a world-class athlete experience.
🏖️ Beautiful ocean swim with Rolling Start for smooth pacing
🚴♂️ Flat-to-rolling cycling laps along the Alentejo coast
🏃♀️ Three-loop seaside run with mild elevation
🎽 Open to both licensed and non-licensed athletes
👥 Relay teams of 2 or 3 welcome (limited to 50 teams)
🏆 Podium for age groups, teams, and relays
🎁 Finisher kits, medals, and prizes for all finishers
Race Distances:
Swimming: 2,000 m
Cycling: 80 km
Running: 18 km
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Distances (All Categories):
• 🏊 Swim – 2 km: 1 ocean loop at Praia da Baía de Sines
• 🚴 Bike – 80 km: 3 laps (~27 km each) on asphalt roads
• 🏃 Run – 18 km: 3 laps of 6 km (asphalt, pavement, cycle lane; ~107 m elevation)
Start & Transition Area:
• 📍 Vasco da Gama Promenade, Sines
• 📌 GPS Coordinates: 37.9533992, -8.869677
Schedule:
Friday, Sept 19
• 14:00–18:00: Race Office (Hotel Sines Sea View)
Saturday, Sept 20
• 10:00–17:00: Packet pick-up & Bike check-in
• 14:30–18:00: Transition check-in & athlete briefings
Sunday, Sept 21
• 06:30–07:30: Final transition setup (no new bike entries)
• 08:00: Elite Start
• 08:00:30: General Rolling Start (6 athletes every 5 seconds)
• 12:50: Final race cut-off
Cut-Off Times:
• 🏊 Swim – 1 hour from athlete’s individual start
• 🚴 Bike – Reach 52 km by 11:20 AM
• 🏃 Run – Must start by 12:20 PM and finish by 12:50 PM
📍 Full Regulation
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Triathlon 2.000m swimming + 80km cycling + 18km running RELAY Non-licensed
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Triathlon 2.000m swimming + 80km cycling + 18km running Licensed
Triathlon 2.000m swimming + 80km cycling + 18km running Non-licensed
Benefits
🎽 Athlete Kit (Individual & Relay)
• Custom Sines Triathlon backpack
• Race bib + belt
• Swim cap + chip wristband
• Reusable Sines Triathlon water bottle
• Chip timing device
• Relay: 3 full kits per team
🏅 Finisher Experience
• Custom medal
• Finisher kit with refreshments
• Relay teams: All members receive medals + kits
• Age group, absolute, and team podium trophies
⏱️ Timing
• Electronic chip (starts when passing start mat)
• GPS-based timing zones
• Team classification: Top 5 individual times per club
🛟 Safety & Support
• On-water lifeguards
• Medical staff & police support throughout the course
• Personal accident insurance for all non-federated athletes
🥤 Aid Stations
• Bike: 5 liquid + 2 solid points (water, isotonic, gels, bars, fruit)
• Run: Aid every 3 km
• Finish: Recovery food and drinks
🚿 Showers & recovery zone near finish area
📸 Photos & media coverage
📤 Bag check available (transition park)
💬 Relay Perks
• 2 or 3-member teams
• Chip handover in designated relay zones
• Mixed-gender and non-competitive categories allowed
• Teams must start in final swim box (≥42 mins)