Last year was my first Duck and Dash and I felt then that there was a presumption that I knew what it was all about and again this year it was the same. Although as beginner I was given, “ Don’t worry it will all become clear “ or words to that effect. I am sure the phrase was given in good faith but it didn’t answer the questions or give assurances.

Can I suggest that the relay teams are set off first, saves the runner having to wait around for a long while.

So well done on the last minute change in location !

This was my first event after suffering a bleed on the brain nearly 3 years ago so I was apprehensive as my fitness and confidence was not as it was. I had no need to worry! From registering the day before the event until I crossed the finish line on the day everyone was so helpful, understanding and encouraging. The Freedom Tri organisers were super helpful and patient and a big shout out to all the marshals who were so encouraging all around the course. You made an old'ish man very happy. I shall return!! Super well done to all involved in the change of venue at the last minute. Hats off to you!!

fantastic event. Very well organised and with the change of venue at such short notice was highly commendable. Marshalls were great, everyone friendly and supportive. The only criticism I have is the age category prizes only going up to 55+

Keep it in Hitchen

I liked the flapjacks. Everyone was also very supportive.

A lovely event, my first multiple sports event, felt so supported from the registration; to set up of transition; to getting in the pool and the Marshalls around the run.
A lovely morning out, hugely recommended!

Body marking numbers would help with start times- our daughters time was incorrect due to 2 children with the same first name. Also seeding swimmers but time would be safer and better for all children. Asking young children to self seed didn’t really work. Otherwise a good event, considering last minute location change out of organisers control.

Do you think you could ask children to estimate their swim time like other tri / aquathlon events do. In tristar 2, the children were just asked to 'line up' but as my son was quite near the back but an 'ok' swimmer, he got a bit held up when overtaking and overtaker as it were lol! I think he overtook 4 swimmers in his 200m race which does make a difference to momentum and rhythm etc. So a great event but that's my only suggestion that children swim roughly in their speedorder!

Friendly, welcoming event. Helpful marshals. So well organised.

Fantastic communication and event management skills to relocate the event after a last minute problem beyond the organiser's control. Thank you for everything you did, not just today with the friendly organisers and marshals, but also in the week beforehand - amazing! Already looking forward to next year.

Great Marshals, brilliant organization, all abilities welcome and lovely medals/trophies.

A lovely event, my first multiple sports event, felt so supported from the registration; to set up of transition; to getting in the pool and the Marshalls around the run.
A lovely morning out, hugely recommended!

A lovely event, my first multiple sports event, felt so supported from the registration; to set up of transition; to getting in the pool and the Marshalls around the run.
A lovely morning out, hugely recommended!