LomondSwimming & Triathlon Club

The Beastie/Race day

Your 2027 Beastie guide

Less rush. More race.

Saturday 24 July 2027. Your practical guide to getting here, getting ready and enjoying your Beastie. Keep this page handy as you plan.

The running order

2027 working timetable.

All times are local. Conditions may require changes; final athlete instructions and race-day announcements take precedence.

  1. Registration and transition open for Beastie and Wee Beastie
  2. Beastie transition closes and race briefing
  3. Bikeless Beastie registration and transition open
  4. Beastie race start
  5. Wee Beastie transition closes
  6. Wee Beastie race briefing
  7. Wee Beastie race start
  8. Bikeless Beastie transition closes
  9. Bikeless Beastie race briefingBoth waves
  10. Bikeless Beastie Open/Male wave start
  11. Bikeless Beastie Female wave start
  12. PrizegivingSubject to final results being checked

The aquathlon briefing is for both waves. Check category information if you’re unsure which wave to enter.

Allow time to walk from your parking place, collect your race pack and set up before your transition closes. Attend your briefing. Dated final athlete instructions will be linked here when issued.

Getting here

Make time for the last mile.

Balloch Castle Country Park, Drymen Road, Balloch, G83 8LX

Park access and visitor map

Travel light on the park

Car share, use public transport or cycle where you can. Balloch railway station is within walking distance; allow time to reach the castle.

Castle parking is limited and fills quickly. Moss O’ Balloch in the town centre is the main alternative, with options around Carrochan Road / the National Park area. Check signs, restrictions and charges; spaces are not reserved for competitors.

Lomond Shores offers paid parking with a walk to the castle. Check its parking information and tariffs before travelling.

Registration

Collect. Check. Get ready.

Collect your race number, swim cap and timing chip on race morning, along with body marking and bike/helmet stickers for triathlon entrants. Nothing is posted in advance.

Wear the chip on your left ankle and return it at the finish. Your number must be visible from the rear on the bike and the front on the run.

Bring evidence of your race licence or Race Pass as required by the entry instructions. Read the Race Pass guidance.

Your changeover space

Keep it tidy. Keep it safe.

  • Only competitors, officials and authorised staff enter transition.
  • Keep kit within your space. A small soft-sided bag is allowed if it does not impede others; remove transport boxes.
  • No riding in transition. Fasten your helmet before removing your bike and keep it fastened until the bike is re-racked.
  • A flannel up to 30 × 30 cm belongs in your shoes; if using the same shoes throughout, roll it beneath the rack’s horizontal bar (or in a supplied box). Keep larger towels in your bag and return them after use. Never mark space with a towel.
  • No headphones or headsets. Discuss essential medical devices with us before race day.
  • Wait for the Transition Manager’s permission before collecting kit.
Check your transition closing time ↑

Around the venue

Bring your cheer squad.

Spectators are welcome. Keep the course and transition clear, follow marshals and give other park visitors space.

Facilities and kit

Toilets, changing tents, first aid, catering and an unsupervised bag drop are provided. There are no showers. Bring warm, dry clothing and do not leave valuables in the bag drop.

If you withdraw during the event, tell an official before leaving. We need to account for every athlete.

See the prize arrangements and prizegiving time.