Welcome to VO2 Max Racing Events

At VO2 Max Racing Events, we are committed to improving the quality of single- and multi-sport events in the North East region. Our focus is firmly on the competitor and straightforward, well organised, good quality races are our trademark. We cater for people of all abilities, young and old, through training to competition and we want you all to have a fantastic experience.

British Triathlon We're delighted to announce that 2013 sees the return of World and European Championship qualifying events to the North East. The Morpeth Duathlon has been granted status as a qualifying event for the 2013 ITU Sprint Distance Duathlon World Championships, to be held in Ottawa, Canada in August 2013. Morpeth is Northumberland's county town and with stunning run and bike routes, it's hard to imagine a better setting for a race.

Meanwhile the Newbiggin Sprint Triathlon, the jewel in the crown of North East triathlon, recevies major event status for the second time, as a qualifier for the 2014 ETU Sprint Distance Triathlon European Championships (location of the championships to be confirmed). With part-closed roads and excellent support from the local community who spectate in their thousands, racing at Newbiggin is deservedly popular and the 2013 race looks set to be bigger and better than ever.

Event Entries Open on 1st November

Entries for our 2013 events will open on 1st November, and with several events selling out in 2012 you may want to get in quick! All of our open water events, plus the Morpeth Duathlon, have separate male and female waves to ensure great head-to-head racing for everyone.
  • 1st April 2013 - Morpeth Duathlon
    Based in the centre of the beautiful town of Morpeth, this ITU World Championship qualifying event has it all - great courses, stunning scenery and a fantastic atmosphere.
  • 6th May 2013 - Ashington Triathlon
    A great start to the triathlon season - a pool swim, great bike route and a run in people's park. Perfect whether you're new to the sport or a veteran looking to get a flying start to the season.
  • 14th May 2013 - Woodhorn 10K Run
    A midweek 10K run based at Woodhorn Museum and run on beautiful footpaths around the lake and nearby woodlands. An ideal race for all abilities.
  • 2nd June 2013 - QE2 Sprint Triathlon
    Traditionally the region's first open water triathlon of the season, this perennial favourite is based at the Woodhorn Museum. A firm favourite with the organisers and competitors alike!
  • 7th July 2013 - Northumberland Triathlon
    Druridge Bay on the beautiful Northumbrian coast is the perfect venue for a great day out racing. Bring the family and make a day of it!
  • 1st September 2013 - Newbiggin Sprint Triathlon
    The jewel in the crown of North East triathlon, and an ETU European Championship qualifying event, the atmosphere on the promenade and spectators in their thousands makes this a fantastic race.