As Keen As Mustard Events – Race Information and Rules

Registration & Race Briefing

• All participants must register at Event Registration on race day

• At registration, you will collect your swim hat and number band.

• Attendance at the race briefing is mandatory and takes place 15 minutes before your start time.

• The Racebook forms part of the mandatory Race Safety Brief and will be available on the website and linked in your final email (sent once entries have closed).

• Please check your spam/junk folder, as these emails can sometimes end up there.

Mandatory Equipment

• You must carry all equipment required for the event from start to finish. Failure to do so makes you ineligible for prizes.

• You must wear your number band at all times and your swim hat during all swim sections.

• A whistle is required to attract attention in an emergency.

• Trainers/running shoes must be worn throughout the event.

• You must carry a soft/collapsible cup for use at aid stations.

• Wetsuits are mandatory if the water temperature is below 14°C.

• A waterproof-packaged pressure bandage/field dressing must be carried.

• You may compete in a wetsuit, trisuit, or swimming gear/lightweight T-shirt (depending on water temperature).

• Random kit checks will be carried out at the start; participants not properly equipped will not be permitted to race.

Optional Equipment

• You may use paddles, pull buoys, or other flotation aids, provided they are no larger than 100cm x 60cm.

Timing

• Timing is measured electronically from the gun start until you cross the finish line.

Litter Policy

• We operate a zero-tolerance policy on littering.

• Dispose of waste responsibly at aid stations or hand it to the next marshal.

• Dropping litter will result in disqualification and removal from the course.

Withdrawal & Retiring

• Marshals’ and Race Directors’ decisions are final. Abusive language or behaviour will not be tolerated.

• Race officials may remove any participant they judge to be fatigued or unsafe to continue.

• If you withdraw, report to the nearest marshal and then return to the finish area to hand in your number band.

• Failure to return your number band incurs a £10 charge.

Course Hazards

• Sections of the run are off-road with uneven ground, mud, and natural obstacles.

• Enter and exit the water only at designated points to minimise ecological impact and ensure safety.

• Be cautious when standing up after swims — you may feel disorientated.

• Always follow marshal instructions.

Assistance

• If you need help in the water, roll onto your back and raise one arm.

• You may hold the front of a safety boat to rest but must make no forward progress while doing so.

• You may assist other competitors, but no outside assistance is allowed.

The Course

• Courses will be clearly marked; follow your colour-coded arrows and tape.

• Final route maps will be available four weeks before the event in the Competitor Handbook (on the website and linked in your final email).

• The Race Director or Safety Officer may change the route at any time up to and including race day.

• Trainers must be worn throughout, as you’ll be entering and exiting water at multiple natural points.

• Diving is not permitted.

• Taking the wrong course may result in added time or disqualification at the Race Director’s discretion.

Solo Entries

• Solo participants must be 18 or over and able to swim and run the full race distances.

Team Entries

• Teams consist of two participants, both 18 or over, who must be able to complete all swim and run distances.

• Team members must stay within 100m on land and 10m in the water at all times.

Cut-Offs

• Cut-offs are based on a 15-minute mile run pace and 2:45 per 100m swim pace, with additional time allowed for transitions, uphill sections, and upstream swims.

• Exact cut-off times will be listed in the Race Handbook.

Risks & Responsibility

• Participants compete at their own risk and cannot hold As Keen As Mustard Events, its organisers, volunteers, sponsors, landowners, or affiliates responsible for any incidents or injuries.

• All participants must assist others in difficulty where possible.

• Marshals may remove participants judged to be unfit to continue.

Photography & Media

• By entering, participants grant As Keen As Mustard Events unrestricted rights to use any photos or film taken during the event for marketing or media purposes.

Acceptance of Rules

• By entering, all participants confirm they have read and accepted these rules and acknowledge that the organisers may make reasonable amendments prior to the event.

Entry Withdrawal, Cancellations & Deferrals

Force Majeure:

• No refunds will be given if the event is cancelled due to circumstances beyond the organiser’s control (e.g. extreme weather, fire, strike, pandemic, algae, flooding, drought, or other unforeseen events).

• If possible, the event will be rearranged, or participants may transfer to another AKAM event.

Refunds & Transfers:

• No refunds are given once entries are confirmed, including in circumstances where you are unable to attend due to illness or injury or a scheduling conflict

• You may transfer your entry to another person up to 14 days before the event.

• You may transfer to another AKAM event or defer (see below).

• Personal event insurance is strongly recommended.                                                                                   

Payment Plans & Instalments

• Payment plans are available for selected longer-distance events. By choosing this option, you agree to make all instalments in full and on time according to the schedule set out at registration.

• Your entry is not confirmed until the final payment has been received.

• If an instalment is missed or fails to process, a reminder will be sent. If payment is not received within 7 days of that reminder, your place will be cancelled automatically, and you will forfeit all payments made to date.

• If you choose to withdraw before completing the payment plan, all payments already made will be non-refundable and non-transferable, as your entry has been reserved and event costs committed.

• You may, at the organiser’s discretion, transfer any fully paid portion of your entry to another eligible participant once your balance is settled in full.

• Standard AKAM terms on cancellation, deferral, and transfer apply once full payment has been completed.

• By selecting a payment plan, you acknowledge that missed payments, chargebacks, or cancellations constitute a withdrawal by you, and the organiser is under no obligation to reinstate your entry.

Deferrals:

• Deferrals must be requested at least six weeks before race day and are subject to a £10 admin fee.

• Deferrals are valid for one year only.

• Entries made within six weeks of race day cannot be deferred but may be transferred to another event that year (once only).

• Re-sale of entries is prohibited.

• No changes can be made after the event closing date.

Event Cancellation by AKAM:

• If AKAM cancels for reasons not covered under Force Majeure, participants will receive a full refund or free transfer to another AKAM event.

• AKAM accepts no liability for travel or accommodation costs.

Cooling-Off Period:

• Entries can be cancelled within 14 days of purchase (unless the event is within two weeks). Refunds will be issued minus transaction fees.

Waiver

By entering, I confirm that:

• I am medically fit and properly trained to take part in this event.

• I accept full responsibility for any injury, accident, or incident occurring during or while travelling to/from the event.

• I accept full responsibility for the behaviour of my supporters.

• I release As Keen As Mustard Events, its organisers, sponsors, volunteers, and partners from all liability for injury, loss, or damage arising from my participation, including those caused by negligence.

• I understand this waiver applies to me, my heirs, and executors, and covers all claims related to participation in this event.