Dyfi Dash Sprint Tri | 13-04-2025 

400M POOL SWIM / 19K BIKE / 6K RUN

Registration from: 08:00 Race start from: 09:00 

Introduction 

The historic market town of Machynlleth, situated in the beautiful Dyfi valley in mid Wales, is the setting for this popular early-season sprint triathlon. 

Cerist Triathlon Club is one of the oldest established clubs in the UK, and we've been staging the Dyfi Dash for well over 20 years! Our races are renowned for their warm and friendly atmosphere, and the Dyfi Dash is a suitable challenge for experienced and novice triathletes alike. Entry will again be open to Youth age category* and above (race age 15+). We also allow relay teams of two or three competitors (single gender or mixed), please contact Cerist if you'd like to take part in a team but need help finding partners. 

There is plenty to do in and around Machynlleth, with interesting shops, miles of hiking routes, world class mountain bike trails and stunning coastline nearby. You can visit the Museum of Modern Art, Centre for Alternative Technology, beautiful Aberdyfi and loads more! 

*Written parent/guardian consent required for Youths on race day. There is also discounted entry fee for Youths!*

Race HQ 

Bro Ddyfi Leisure Centre, Plas Machynlleth, Machynlleth, SY20 8ER 

The race starts and finishes at the leisure centre. 

Race distances 

• Swim 400m (pool-based) 


• Bike 19k (open road) 


• Run 6k (town / backroads)

As the race is held in April the weather can be a factor, please come prepared for the worst! 

For the cycle and run route maps CLICK HERE

Cerist Triathlon Club reserves the right to cancel or postpone the race in the event of unforeseen circumstances, e.g. in accordance with Welsh Triathlon and National Government COVID advice. A suitable alternative date would be found if possible, or refunds / deferral offered.

Full race information will be emailed out nearer the event and will also be available on the Cerist Tri Club website!

Race Pass:

To participate in this event, you are required to become a member of British Triathlon and hold a race licence.

You must either become a Core or Ultimate annual member here: https://www.britishtriathlon.org/join or purchase a single use Race Pass for your race here: https://www.britishtriathlon.org/events/dyfi-dash-triathlon_15977

A Race Pass is a British Triathlon membership product. Individuals who are not annual members of British Triathlon must purchase a Race Pass to take part in a British Triathlon permitted event. A Race Pass provides membership to the sport on the day of the event, a race licence and public liability insurance cover only for the duration of the race it was purchased for.

Further details on the Race Pass can be found here - https://www.britishtriathlon.org/race-pass