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Location

Hermanus

Hermanus, South Africa

34°25'S · 19°14'E

Race Date

Sunday 2 May 2027

SA Triathlon Series

Hermanus  ·  SA Triathlon Series

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Hermanus

Sunday 2 May 2027

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Race Formats

Choose Your Distance

Ultra
  • Swim2km
  • Bike80km
  • Run17km
SoloTeamsAquabike
  • Solo entrants receive an event hoodie
  • Team entrants receive an event T-shirt
  • Must be turning 18 by 31 Dec 2027
  • Only solo entrants receive a finisher's medal
  • Merch deadline: 3 April 2027
Early Bird
Until 31 Jan 2027
R2,600
solo / team
Normal Entry
1 Feb - 3 Apr 2027
R2,950
solo / team
Late Entry
4 - 25 Apr 2027
R3,075
solo / team
Merch guaranteed for entries received by 3 April 2027 - late entries (from 4 April 2027) do not include merchandise. Entries close 25 April 2027.

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Standard
  • Swim1.5km
  • Bike40km
  • Run11km
SoloTeamsAquabike
  • Solo entrants receive an event T-shirt
  • Team entrants receive an event cap
  • Must be turning 18 by 31 Dec 2027
  • Only solo entrants receive a finisher's medal
  • Merch deadline: 3 April 2027
Early Bird
Until 31 Jan 2027
R1,250
solo / team
Normal Entry
1 Feb - 3 Apr 2027
R1,475
solo / team
Late Entry
4 - 25 Apr 2027
R1,600
solo / team
Merch guaranteed for entries received by 3 April 2027 - late entries (from 4 April 2027) do not include merchandise. Entries close 25 April 2027.

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Sprint
  • Swim750m
  • Bike20km
  • Run5km
SoloTeams
  • Solo entrants receive an event T-shirt
  • Team entrants receive an event cap
  • Only solo entrants receive a finisher's medal
  • Merch deadline: 3 April 2027
Early Bird
Until 31 Jan 2027
R990
solo / team
Normal Entry
1 Feb - 3 Apr 2027
R1,150
solo / team
Late Entry
4 - 25 Apr 2027
R1,275
solo / team
Merch guaranteed for entries received by 3 April 2027 - late entries (from 4 April 2027) do not include merchandise. Entries close 25 April 2027.

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Course Maps

Route Maps

Click any map to open it full-size, then use the arrows to browse all route maps. Maps marked "coming soon" will be added shortly.

Ultra / Aquabike swim route - 2000m, 2 laps of 1km clockwise
Swim Route
Ultra bike route - 2 laps, starting 2nd lap at the Marine Circle
Bike Route
Ultra bike route detail - turn at the Marine Circle to start the 2nd lap
Bike Route Detail
Ultra run route - 17km, 2.5 laps, keep right
Run Route
Download Ultra Bike GPX Download Ultra Run GPX
Standard swim route - 1500m, 2 laps of 750m clockwise
Swim Route
Standard bike route - 40km, one lap
Bike Route
Standard run route - 11km, 1.5 laps
Run Route
Standard run route detail - harbour jetty and lap turn
Run Route Detail
Sprint swim route - 750m, 1 lap clockwise
Swim Route
Sprint bike route - one lap of 20km
Bike Route
Sprint run route - 5km, 1.2 lap
Run Route
Sprint run route detail
Run Route Detail
Download Sprint Bike GPX Download Sprint Run GPX
Aquabike swim route - shares the Ultra swim course, 2000m
Swim Route
Aquabike bike route - shares the Ultra bike course, 2 laps
Bike Route
Aquabike finish detail - once the bike is racked, walk across the finish line
Bike Route Detail

Athlete Check-In

Registration

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Hellenic Community Centre
Venue24 Bay Road, Mouille Point, Cape Town
DateWednesday 28 April 2027
Time12h30 - 18h00
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Hermanus Venue
VenueTBC - Hermanus
DateTBC
TimeTBC

Athlete Resources

Everything You Need

01
Athlete Guide
All race day details, transition info, wave starts, swim routes and course specifics.
2025 Guide - 2027 update coming soon
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Race Briefing
Watch the official briefing before race day. Covers swim routes, transitions, course markings and rules.
Coming soon
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Ask a Question
Submit your question and we'll make sure it gets answered before race day. No question too small.
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Arrive & Register
05h30 - 09h00: on-site parking opens and timing chip collection runs for CT-registered athletes. Transition opens at 06h30.
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Finish & Prize-Giving
Transition opens for bike check-out 13h00 - 16h00. Prize-giving at 14h00 - note late finishers will miss the start.

Race day timings (Arrive & Register, Finish & Prize-Giving) are indicative, based on the previous running of R2H, and will be confirmed closer to race day.

Race Rules
Warm, welcoming, fun - but fair. Read the rules before race day.
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Finish Times

Past Results

To view previous results, select the year below.

2026
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2025
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2024
View Results
2023
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Where to Stay

Accommodation Partners

Official Partner
Harbour House Hotel
Recover in luxury after your race with the exclusive Race2Hermanus recovery package - designed to help athletes unwind and recharge in the heart of Hermanus.
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Accommodation Partner
Whale Coast Hotel
Comfort and convenience in the heart of town. Options for 2 or 3 bedroom self-catering units - ideal for teams, relay athletes, and families.
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Race Rules & Terms

Know Before You Race

Race2Hermanus is sanctioned by Triathlon South Africa (TSA) and the Cape Town Triathlon Association (CTTA), and governed by World Triathlon Rules and Regulations. R2H is a non-draft-legal event - TT bikes and tribars are permitted. All participants are bound by the EIM Terms, Conditions and Indemnity. The pre-race briefing on race morning takes precedence over all published documentation.

01TSA Licensing
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  • All participants must hold a valid TSA licence to compete
  • Annual TSA licence holders are already covered - no day licence fee charged
  • No annual licence? A day licence fee is added to your entry at registration
  • Day licences cover public liability for the specific event only
  • EIM strongly recommends personal accident and medical insurance in addition to TSA cover
02Cycling Rules
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R2H is NON-DRAFT-LEGAL. TT bikes and tribars are permitted.
  • Strict non-drafting rules apply - maintain required draft zone distance at all times
  • TT bikes and aerobars/tribars are permitted - all bar ends must be plugged
  • Drafting violations penalised by TSA Technical Officials
  • Approved hard-shell helmet mandatory - no helmet, no ride
  • Helmet must remain clipped on for the entire cycle leg
  • No cycling permitted in or around the transition area
03Swim Rules
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  • Swim buoys (pull buoys) are not permitted
  • Race numbers may not be worn during the swim leg
  • A brightly coloured swim cap is mandatory for all participants
  • EIM does not always provide a cap - bring your own if not confirmed in your race pack
  • Athletes must complete the swim course as marked - cutting the course results in disqualification
04Age Categories
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Age is determined by the athlete's age as at 31 December of the race year - not age on race day.

  • Sprint: must turn 16 by 31 December 2027
  • Standard & Ultra: must turn 18 by 31 December 2027
  • Minimum age requirements are absolute - parental consent does not override TSA rules
05Equipment & Devices
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  • Headphones and personal audio devices are strictly forbidden
  • Action cameras require prior written permission from EIM
  • Mobile phones for emergency use only - stored away during the race
  • Each athlete is responsible for the safety of their own equipment
Unauthorised camera or phone use during the race may result in disqualification.
06Timing Chip
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  • A timing chip is issued to each participant
  • Chips must be returned at the end of the event
  • Lost or unreturned chips charged at a replacement cost of R400
07Refund & Transfer Policy
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WhenRefund
More than 6 weeks before eventFull entry less 6% admin + R200 handling
4 weeks before event50% of entry fee
Less than 4 weeks beforeNo refund
  • Substitutions allowed at no charge up to 4 weeks before the event
  • Category changes before deadline: R150 admin fee applies
  • No informal transfers - official process only via events@electricinkmedia.co.za
08Conduct & Safety
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  • No unsportsmanlike behaviour - abuse of officials or competitors may result in disqualification
  • No unauthorised person may run or cycle on the active race course
  • Transition is restricted - registered participants and accredited officials only
  • TSA Technical Officials' and race organisers' decisions are final
  • Pre-race briefing on race morning takes precedence over all published rules
Participating under another athlete's name results in disqualification from this and all future EIM events.
Download Full Terms, Conditions & Indemnity
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Sanctioned by
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Part of the
SA Triathlon Series