Race information

4:18:4 is a triathlon series with both races in Elsinore and Copenhagen.

4:18:4 is a triathlon for all, both experienced triathletes and beginners, who want to try the three disciplines of swimming, cycling, and running in a professional setting.

If you like to relax at home on the couch, working out several times a week or just want to be social with friends, family, and colleagues in an active setting – then 4:18:4 triathlon is for you!

If you just own a bicycle and a swimsuit, you are good to go!

The only requirement is that you can swim 400 m, bike for 18 km and run 4 km. There are no strict rules for swim style, gear, or training outfit. If you have a wetsuit, you can use this, but it is not required.

First-timer friendly distances

• 400 m swim
• 18 km bike
• 4 km run

Included in the ticket you’ll get

• An awesome 4:18:4 t-shirt to show off to your friends and colleagues
• Unique swim cap
• Medal & diploma
• Energy drink and water during the race, and fruit and water after the race
• Personal timing incl. split times

Participate as an individual or as a part of a relay team

• Choosing an individual entry, you’ll complete all three disciplines on your own
• Choosing to participate as a part of a relay team, you’ll complete one or two of the disciplines as a part of a team of 2-3 participants. Each participant will complete one or two of the three disciplines.

Event schedule

Friday, August 19

• 15.30 – 18.00 Registration (pick-up start-number)
• 18.00 Club Championship (only for signed-up Clubs)
• 18.30 Start
• 19.00 Start
• 21.00 Area close (last chance to pick-up bike)

Friday, August 19

• 15.30 – 18.00 Registration (pick-up start-number)
• 18.00 Club Championship (only for signed-up Clubs)
• 18.30 Start
• 19.00 Start
• 21.00 Area close (last chance to pick-up bike)

4:18:4 Athlete guide

Athlete Guide for 2022 will be available 6-8 weeks prior to race day.

Click here to read the Athlete Guide for  4:18:4 Copenhagen 2021 as a reference. 

Practical information

• Distance: 400m swim, 18km bike and 4km run.
• The race has a capacity of 2.500 athletes.

Start process
First Swimmer at 4:18:4 Copenhagen will jump in the water at 18.00 pm. The athletes will be started in small groups, with a few seconds in between.

Please note, the swim cap you got at registration, must always be worn during the swim. The swim is in a lagoon, so the water temperature will be around 16-18 degrees. Wet suit will be needed if the temperature is under 16 degrees.

Hints for racing

A lot of our participants ask what to wear and bring for the 4:18:4 races. So, we have put together what we see as the most important things to pack, when racing a 4:18:4 race.

• Swim goggles – always good to bring some, makes it easier to get around in the water.
• Swimsuit – a good swimsuit or swimpants gives you the best times. Wetsuit is mandatory if water temperature is below 16 degrees
• Swimcap – will be handed out in the registration to be used during the swim.

• A bike with solid brakes – you can drive on a totally new racing bike or your grandmothers’ bike with a basket in front. The only requirement is that the brakes work.
• Helmet – safety is a top priority at our sport events. Therefore, to compete in 4:18:4 you’ll need to wear a helmet!

• Racing outfit – you only have to bike for 18 km, so normal shorts and a t-shirt is all fine.
• Race bike – as said before 4:18:4 is for everyone, so you don’t have to invest in a racer bike, even though it may be tempting.

• Running shoes – you can’t run/walk in flippers.
• Clothes comfortable for running

Triclub Championship!

Want to start in the same heat as your Triclub at our 4:18:4 Copenhagen race?

All triclubs are invited to start together in a separate triclub heat. In order to join this heat, simply fill out the box ”triclub”,  and your club will be on your startbib, and you’ll be in the triclub heat start Friday at 18:00.

So what are you waiting for? sign up now with your team members!

We look forward to seeing you at Amager Strand 2022 for a  massive TriClub party!

Want to start in the same heat as your Triclub at our 4:18:4 Helsingør race?

All triclubs are invited to start together in a separate triclub heat. In order to join this heat, simply fill out the box ”triclub”,  and your club will be on your startbib, and you’ll be in the triclub heat start Friday at 18:00.

So what are you waiting for? sign up now with your team members!

We look forward to seeing you on Helsingør Harbour!