One triathlete, three supporters — the relay format brings positive energy
The upcoming 2014 "Mountain Hardwear Cup" 15th Sanfo Outdoor Triathlon in Jinhaihu, Pinggu, Beijing, will have 412 participants, with 78 relay teams competing in the experience group. This iconic outdoor triathlon has been successfully held for 14 editions and is making its second appearance in Jinhaihu, Pinggu. Unlike other domestic triathlons, this event features an experience group where three teammates can complete the race in relay format, but each team must include at least one member of the opposite sex. This unique feature adds a distinctive outdoor spirit to the competition, highlighting camaraderie, teamwork, sharing, coordination, and collective effort. It also fulfills the wishes of many who can't complete all three disciplines alone. By inviting friends to join and creating catchy team names, participants focus on challenging their own limits rather than competing for rankings. This is the charm of outdoor sports and the very purpose of the Sanfo Outdoor Triathlon.
The era of triathlon competitions has arrived — life without a triathlon is incomplete!
At the recent pre-race technical briefing for the "Beijing Jinhaihu 2014 'Mountain Hardwear Cup' 15th Sanfo Outdoor Triathlon," nearly half of the 200 attending athletes were first-time triathlon participants. When China’s top triathlete and chief advisor of the event, Mr. Dang Qi, saw so many raised hands, he exclaimed, “Wow!” He then added humorously, “Congratulations on having the courage to take on triathlon, a sport full of thrills and challenges. And welcome to the triathlon family.” He said, “Once you join the triathlon family, you never leave. It’s a captivating sport.” “Though many think it’s tough, as long as you enjoy it, it will bring you the best experiences.” This six-time defending champion of the event, a top figure in the field, is serving as the chief advisor for this year’s race. To prepare insightful content for the sharing session, Mr. Dang Qi rushed to Jinhaihu for a warm-up run just before heading to the U.S. to compete in the CDA Ironman. He completed the entire course. In the eyes of this triathlon expert, life without a triathlon is incomplete!
Top American outdoor brand "The Big Nut" supports the Sanfo Outdoor Triathlon again. The event is about to kick off in Jinhaihu, Pinggu, Beijing
A battle without gunfire, a battle without enemies, a battle against oneself. On July 12th, at the Sanfo Outdoor Triathlon, you’ll see athletes geared up with "The Big Nut" taking on open-water swims of 1km, nearly 26km of cycling, and 9km of running under the scorching sun. Though these high-intensity, high-difficulty events could intimidate even seasoned athletes, nearly 500 participants have signed up to challenge themselves. With the support of The Big Nut, athletes are sure to achieve outstanding results.
Basic race information overview:
Full race name:
Beijing Jinhaihu 2014 "Mountain Hardwear Cup" 15th Sanfo Outdoor Triathlon
Race introduction:
Founded in 2000, the Sanfo Outdoor Triathlon started as a small internal competition organized by the Sanfo Club to foster member interaction. Over fourteen years, as participation grew more professional and widespread, the event has evolved into a benchmark triathlon in China, attracting numerous top-tier domestic and international athletes. The experience group relay, designed for beginner outdoor enthusiasts, is the race’s highlight, drawing many amateurs and newcomers eager to push their limits.
The race consists of three disciplines: open-water swimming, outdoor cycling, and cross-country running. Compared to closed-course events, it offers greater challenges and difficulty, testing athletes’ physical strength, skills, and mental resilience. With excellent organization and a friendly atmosphere, the event has earned high praise from the industry and outdoor community. Since 2011, it has been held in Beijing, Shanghai, and Shenyang, fostering positive multi-city interaction and gaining immense popularity among domestic outdoor enthusiasts.
Race overview
Organizer
People’s Government of Pinggu District
Organizing Committee
Pinggu District Sports Bureau
Jinhaihu Management Committee, Pinggu District
Beijing Sanfo Outdoor Sports Management Co., Ltd.
Shanshui Wenyuan Jinhaihu Investment Group
Co-organizers
District Government Office, District Party Committee Propaganda Department, District Public Security Sub-bureau, District Fire Brigade, District Tourism Commission, District Sanitation Center, District Work Safety Supervision Bureau, District Transportation Bureau, District Highway Sub-bureau, District Sanitation Center, District Health Bureau, District Radio & TV Center, District Meteorological Bureau, People’s Government of Jinhaihu Town, Jinhaihu Tourism Service Center