Athletes register directly with the event they would like to register in, however, post-secondary athletes, vying for University Series points, MUST include their school's name in the appropriate registration field.

During a draft-legal triathlon, athletes draft, or 'tuck in' behind other athletes to save energy. This is often referred to as riding in a “pack” or “peloton.” Not unlike pelotons seen at the Tour de France, drafting requires increased bike handling skills. Under International Triathlon Union's (ITU) age group regulations, drafting would normally result in a penalty, however, in a draft legal environment , there is no penalty for drafting. Drafting in triathlon adds another dimension to race tactics and skill, and is seen at the International World Triathlon Series and Olympic level.

Yes! Triathlon BC hosts a series of draft legal clinics through the year, where athletes can have their skills fine tuned and evaluated. Upon successful evaluation by a recognized coach, an athlete earns a draft legal certificate, and appears on Triathlon BC's list of eligible athletes. Athletes working with accredited coaches can also gain accreditation from their coaches. Upcoming Camps and Clinics are listed on our Clinics page.

Triathlon BC's Race Series is open to eligible* Youth athletes (age 13 and 15), Junior athletes (aged 16 to 19), U23 athletes (aged 20 - 23) as of December 31st of the competition year, in addition to athletes enrolled in post secondary institutions . University students and U23 athletes compete with Junior competitors. In 2022, the University and U23 category are a demonstration series only.

*Eligible - must have draft certification.

No. Under Triathlon Canada regulations, athletes must compete according to their racing age as of December 31st of the competition year.

No. While there are several development Clubs around the province that focus on preparing athletes for the rigours of draft legal competition, being a member of a performance club is not required.

Registration is handled directly by the local organizing committee (LOC). Because many Triathlon BC SuperSeries powered by Argon 18 events are held in conjunction with age group races, be certain that you are registering for the SuperSeries powered by Argon 18 event. Please contact the event organizer if you have a registration question.

Yes. All SuperSeries athletes must hold an active Triathlon BC, or an affiliate Provincial membership AND provide confirmation of draft legal certification prior to competition to earn points and be included in the Series standings.

Triathlon BC SuperSeries athletes must compete on a traditional road bike, with drop bars and, where elected, draft legal aerobars. Triathlon, time-trial type or mountain bikes are not eligible for competition. Please refer to our downloadable Series Summary for full details.

Yes. Disc brakes are allowed (2018 ITU Competition Rules 5.2 i.) (i) pg 39) in SuperSeries competition.

No. Because Triathlon BC's SuperSeries is performance oriented, parents and coaches are not allowed inside the transition area before, during, or after the event.

Triathlon BC SuperSeries points are provided to the top 12 male and female athletes in the Youth, Junior, U23, with an overall male and female champion being awarded in the Youth and Junior category. BC Championships will provide premium points! Finish Points are distributed according to the following breakdown:

Super Series Points:
1st - 25pts, 2nd - 20pts, 3rd - 18pts, 4th - 16 pts, 5th - 14pts, 6th - 12pts, 7th -10pts, 8th - 8pts, 9th - 6pts, 10th - 4pts, 11th - 2pts, 12th and beyond - 1 pt

BC Championships Premium Points:
1st - 30pts, 2nd - 25pts, 3rd - 23pts, 4th - 21pts, 5th - 19pts, 6th - 17pts, 7th -15pts, 8th - 13pts, 9th - 12pts, 10th - 10pts, 11th - 8pts, 12th - 6pts, 13th - 4pts, 14th - 2pts, 15th and beyond - 1pt.