The Aquabike race is the same Olympic and Sprint distances you know and love, but you get to skip the run! Perfect for those returning from injury, or just don’t fancy running as much.
| SUPER EARLY BIRD (Ends 31 December) | EARLY BIRD (Ends 28 February | REGULAR | |
| Sprint Aquabike Individual | $89 | $99 | $120 |
| Olympic Aquabike Individual | $109 | $119 | $145 |
| Sprint Aquabike Relay Team | $119 | $129 | $147 |
| Olympic Aquabike Relay Team | $139 | $145 | $165 |
AusTriathlon License
If you are not a AusTriathlon Annual (Standard or Premium) Member, you will need a One Day License.
One Day Licenses are automatically added to your entry at time of purchase if you do not enter a valid AusTriathlon number for a cost of $22.50 (Olympic) or $12.50 (Sprint).
One Day License (ODL) is a means by which participants who are not AusTriathlon Annual Members, contribute to the costs of running the sport of triathlon. It also ensures they are covered by an appropriate level of insurance while they are participating at events.
If you are participating more than one event this season, consider becoming a AusTriathlon Annual Member.
This event is governed under the AusTriathlon Race Competition Rules, click here to read more.
All our Events are governed by Triathlon Australia Policy and Rules. Full details can be accessed as follows Triathlon Australia Race Competition Rules.
If you are not a AusTriathlon Member, you will need a One Day License.
ALL IN TEAMS: All members of your team must be current AusTriathlon Members or a One Day License must be bought per athlete.
RELAY TEAMS: At least one member of your team must be current AusTriathlon Members or a One Day License must be bought to cover the team.
One Day License are automatically added to your entry at time of purchase if you do not enter a valid AusTriathlon number.
If you intend to compete in more than one event, then it may be worth considering an Annual Membership of AusTriathlon.
To request a withdrawal, transfer or refund you must email byronbaytri@nxsports.org in advance of the event.
Refer to our Terms & Conditions for details.
Wave starts will be uploaded on the Monday of race week.
Start lists can be found on the Event Information page of the event website. These are usually published in the fortnight prior to the event.
All competitors must register prior to racking your bike. Registration and racking will be open Saturday afternoon from 4.00PM – 6.00PM at the the Byron SLSC on Bay Street. If you can’t make it on Saturday evening, you can register on the day next to the Surf Club, and also rack on the day from 5.00AM – 6.20AM.
Your registration pack includes:
If you are a team, one team member can collect your team race kit for the whole team at registration.
Bike racking is available on Saturday afternoon from 4.00PM – 6.00PM and on Sunday morning from 5:00AM – 6:20AM.
Before you can enter transition you must have your bike sticker and helmet stickers affixed. You must also wear your helmet for Officials inspection.
Only your race kit is permitted to stay in transition – for all other personal items, you must use the bag drop area.
Bag drop is located next to the Surf Club and will be open from 5:00AM Sunday. All items must be collected from Bag Drop at the end of your race.
IMPORTANT NOTE: the Butler Street reserve is currently not available for parking.
Please see the map and information below on the current parking regulations within Byron Bay.
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Meet at Byron Clock Tower, Jonson Street Finish at the Byron General Store
Byron SLSC
Byron SLSC
Dening Park
Dening Park
Dening Park
Next to Byron Surf Life Saving Club
Dening Park
Main Beach
Main Beach
Main Beach
Main Beach
Dening Park
Main Beach
Byron SLSC
Byron SLSC
Byron SLSC
Official entries close 10 days prior to the event. Late entries are offered until the Friday before the event – unless sold out prior.
Yes. The ODL is automatically added to your entry, if you do not have a valid AusTriathlon membership.
No, you are only required to purchase one ODM per team entry. If ALL team members are annual AusTriathlon members, no ODL is required. If NOT ALL members are annual members then an ODL is required.
Yes. All distances have a minimum age for participation. For more information on age restrictions please visit the activity page you are interested in.
Age group racing is determined by your age as of 31 December 2024 and grouped in five year brackets (i.e. 30-34, 35-39, etc.).
In some cases we will consider this, but we will need a letter from their coach confirming that they are capable to compete at that distance. This letter can be sent to us at byronbaytri@nxsports.org.
Relay teams involve each team member doing a single leg of the triathlon.
All In teams consist of three people who each complete all three legs of a tri each;
The triathlon is held on the morning of Sunday 27 April 2025.
There will be additional activities for the whole weekend, which can be found on the program of the event website.
The Byron Bay Tri welcomes individuals and teams from 7 years and up.
NX actively encourages individuals with additional needs to compete in our events. Please get in touch with our team on 1300 28 29 49 to discuss how we can accommodate you.
Wave start times for each distance will be finalised in the week of the event, after official entries have closed.
Yes, each triathlon participant receives a timing chip as part of their race pack which is to be worn on the left ankle. For Relay Teams there is one timing chip which must be passed to the next relay member. Results are released online by late afternoon of the event.
We do recommend you leave all valuables at home however if you have a bag & personal belongings you can leave this in the bag storage area whilst you race. Bag storage varies by location so make sure you check your Race Guide.
It’s too early to tell at this stage. An indicative temp will be taken the day prior and the official water temperature will be checked the morning of the event.
Wetsuits are only permitted when the water is less than 24.6 degrees for age groupers.
We do everything we can to ensure everybody has support and completes their race. We are still pending final approvals from Council, so we do not have the exact curfew times yet – but our planning takes into account all the previous athlete times on the course over recent races to ensure everyone finishes (particularly the cycle as it relates to road closures).
We do offer a cash prize for first, second and third Open Male and Women. This is commensurate with the field, so for more information please get in touch with our team on 1300 28 29 49.
Absolutely – but all bikes must be in a safe working condition.
Yes, helmets are compulsory to participate in the event. When you enter transition to ‘rack’ your bike, you will need to put your helmet on – at this time our technical officials will check that this is safe to wear for the event.
You are not permitted to race with any music devices including mobile phones, MP3 players, earphones etc, this is a very serious safety risk to you and the participants around you.
All teams wishing to set up tents will be asked to do so in the designated areas. With the event operating in the centre of town it is important for the safety and consideration of competitors, spectators and locals that team tents are only erected in permitted areas. Call the office on 1300 28 29 49 if you would like some more information.
Sunday 27 April 2025
Sprint:
Swim: 750m
Cycle: 20km
Olympic:
Swim: 1500m
Cycle: 40km
Various
Main Beach, Byron Bay
Sprint Minimum Age: 14 years old as of 31 December 2024.
Olympic Minimum Age: 15 years old as of 31 December 2024.
Age Groups: 14-15 / 16-17 / 18-19 /
20-24 / 25-29 / 30-34 / 35-39 /
40-44 / 45-49 / 50-54 / 55-59 /
60-64 / 65-69 / 70-74 / 75-79 / 80+
(all ages calculated as of
31 December 2024)
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