3 places to do Triathlon training in Bangkok
"Traffic is terrible, too many people in this city, the air is heavily polluted, too less of public transportation"
3 places to do Triathlon training in Bangkok
"Traffic is terrible, too many people in this city, the air is heavily polluted, too less of public transportation"
Have you ever heard these complaints?
Believe it or not, there are places you could possibly swim, ride your bike and run continuously in this busy city.
I will take you through all these places and let you decide which place is best for you.
Sport Authority of Thailand
Swim: 8 lanes 50 m pool X 2
Bike: Outdoor velodrome or 0.8 km loop around main stadium
Run: 400m running track
Transition area: around parking area next to swimming pool
Review:
Two indoor swimming pools are perfect for group training but a bit crowded on weekend. For bike training you may choose between training in velodrome or ride 0.8 km around Ratchamangkala Stadium. The 0.8 loop may more suitable for the big group but the road surface contains some speed bumps also some traffic from cars and motorcycle will randomly interrupt training.
My tip:
Visit this place on weekday late morning and the pool and velodrome are yours!
Contact: +66 2-319-9522
Rama 9 Park
Swim: 25m pool
Bike: 0.6 km loop
Run: one lap around the park is 5 km or out&back 1 km loop (u-turn at roundabout)
Transition area: Use the parking lot which can accommodate around 10-15 bikes
Review:
5 lanes 25 m swimming pool may not ideal for group training. Bike and run course are 100% traffic free. The park is the place for sports event almost every weekend. Weekday training session is recommended.
My tip:
Aquathon or Swim-run is perfect for this place and of course you can enjoy more of it on late morning.
Contact: 02-726-7129, 089-525-1553
www.suanluangrama9.or.th
Bangpu Golf & Sports Club
Swim: 50m pool
Bike: 5 km lap
Run: 2 km out and back on bike course or run on bike course
Transition :
At parking lot next to swimming pool and suitable for 30-40 bikes
Review:
6 lanes 50m pool is located next to sports club. . Bike and run course is very safe and 100% free from traffic. Speed bumps can be noticed before entering the transition area.
My tip:
This place is used for Tri Dash BKK event almost every month on weekend. Great chance to join the event to compete with other Thai locals. More event info at tridashthailand.com
Contact: 02-324-0320
http://www.bangpoogolf.com/home
Enjoy Tri training in BKK!
TC Triathlon
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