Announcement – Katakolo

Whynot Legacy – Katakolo 2026 Announcement

We are delighted to announce the new annual Triathlon / Multisport Event in Katakolo, an initiative born out of love for the region, with the goal of evolving into a landmark event with strong sporting, tourism, and cultural impact.

The concept, inspiration, and development of the event belong to Dionysios Andriolatos, Founder of DEKALBO MEDIA SERVICES, a native of Katakolo and triathlon athlete. His vision is to create a true event experience: a high-level race within a festival format, featuring parallel activities and cultural/artistic elements for athletes, companions, and visitors.

The event is organized in collaboration with the Municipality of Pyrgos and the Region of Western Greece, with the support of the “OLYMPIADA” Association.

The race is part of the WTL (Whynot Triathlon League) championship.

Under the auspices of

Region of Peloponnese
Ministry of Culture
Ministry of Tourism
Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO / EOT)
Hellenic Triathlon Federation (TOE)

Sports Events

Saturday, September 12

Swim Events
Mandatory Use of Swimming Buoy (Lifebuoy) in All whynot Swimming Races

(Included in Grand-Prix OWS, WSL – Open Water League)

Kids Swim 300m (ages 8–14)
Swim 1,500m (14+)
- Ages 2011–2012 allowed only with federation license and proof of participation in 400m+ freestyle races
Swim 3,000m (16+)

Sunday, September 13

Triathlon Events

(Standard & Sprint included in WTL League)

Standard (18+) – Individual / Relay

Swim: 1500m
Bike: 40km
Run: 10km

Sprint (16+) – Individual / Relay

Swim: 750m
Bike: 20km
Run: 5km

Aquathlon Events

Adults (16+): 750m swim + 5km run
Junior (6–15): 150m swim + 1km run

Age Categories & Awards

Swimming

Overall Men & Women
No overall category for kids

Kids 300m:

Boys & Girls: 8–9, 10–12, 13–14

1500m:

Men & Women: 12–19*, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70+
* Ages 12–13 only with federation license and race proof.

3000m:

Men & Women: 16–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70+

Triathlon

Standard (18+)

Overall Men & Women
Age Groups: 18–24, 25–29, 30–34, 35–39, 40–44, 45–49, 50–54, 55–59, 60–69, 70+

Relay Categories

Men
Women
Mixed

Sprint (16+)

Overall Men & Women
Age Groups: 16–24, 25–29, 30–34, 35–39, 40–44, 45–49, 50–54, 55–59, 60–69, 70+

Aquathlon

Adults (16+)

Age Groups: 16–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70+

Junior (6–15)

No overall category
Age Groups: 6–7, 8–9, 10–12, 13–15

Key Notes

Awards Rules

No overall awards for kids
Overall winners are excluded from age-group awards
Minimum of 3 participants required per category, otherwise categories merge
Merges are upward (to older groups)
60+ categories are never merged
Final categories confirmed after race completion
Separate awards for athletes with disabilities

Contingency Plans

If conditions prevent normal race execution:

Alternative formats will be applied (e.g. swim replaced by run)
League scoring still applies normally

Wave Starts

Used if participation is high:

18-29 | 30-39 | 40-49 | 50 -59 |+60
Relays start with the last wave.

Schedule Overview

Saturday

08:00–21:00: Registration at the Coffee bar Azzurro (port of Katakolo)
10:30: 1500m swim (Renata beach)
10:40: 3000m swim (Renata beach)
12:15: Kids swim (Renata beach)
12:30: Swim awards (Renata beach)
19:30: Race briefing at the Restaurant Beauvoir (Ag. Andreas)

Sunday

06:30–11:30: Registration at the Coffee bar Azzurro (port of Katakolo)
06:30–07:30: Bike check-in
07:45: Standard start (port of Katakolo)
08:00: Sprint start (port of Katakolo)
08:10: Aquathlon start (port of Katakolo)
11:15: Junior Aquathlon (port of Katakolo)
12:00: Awards
11:30–12:30: Bike check-out

Αναλυτικά οι διαδρομές

Swim Events

Swim Kids 300m
Our young swimmers will round all the buoys counterclockwise before finishing at the same point where the start was given. Essentially, the course is triangular, with the start and finish on land (out of the water).
(Loop 1)

Swim 1.500m:

Swimmers will start positioned before the first buoy. They will then pass counterclockwise around the next three red buoys before exiting the water to finish. The yellow buoys are for guidance only.
(Loop 1)

Swim 3.000m:
(Cut Off 40min for the first 1500m)

Swimmers will be positioned before the first buoy. They will pass counterclockwise around the next three red buoys before returning to the start area. They will not exit the water; after rounding the red buoy counterclockwise, they will repeat the same course before finally finishing and exiting the water. The yellow buoys are for guidance only. (Loop 2)

Triathlon

Standard Triathlon (Individual – Relay):
swim: 1500m, bike: 40km run: 10km
cut off: Swim= 0:45h, Swim+Bike = 2:30h

Swim
The start will be given in the water. The course is 750 meters long and is completed twice (2 loops), consisting of four (4) red turning buoys. Athletes will pass the next three buoys clockwise before reaching the fourth, which marks the completion of the first 750 meters. They then repeat the course one more time.
(Laps 2).

Bike (Laps 2)
The bike course is 40 km, flat and very fast, designed as an out-and-back. Athletes start from Katakolo, ride toward Pyrgos, and make a turnaround at the 10 km mark to return on the same road toward the transition area, where they will reach a second turnaround and complete the first 20 km (Lap 1). They repeat the same route to complete the full 40 km
(Laps 2).
Elev Gain = 64m

Run (2 laps)

After exiting the transition area, athletes turn right, following the event signage towards the seaside zone and the port area. The route first passes through the inner section of the port and continues towards the pier, where athletes complete a turnaround. They then head towards the northern seaside section, passing through the marina area until the second turnaround point, before returning towards the port, where they complete the first 5km. Athletes repeat the same route to complete the 10km distance before finishing under the arch.

Sprint Triathlon (Individual – Relay):
swim: 750m, bike: 20km run: 5km
cut off: Swim= 0:30h, Swim+Bike = 1:35h

Swim
The start will be given in the water. The course is 750 meters long and is completed once (1 loop), consisting of four (4) red turning buoys. Athletes will pass the next three buoys clockwisebefore reaching the fourth, which marks the completion of the 750 meters. (Loop 1).

Bike (Lap 1)
The bike course is 20 km, flat and very fast, designed as an out-and-back route. You start from Katakolo, ride approximately 10 km toward Pyrgos, make a turnaround at the 10 km mark, and then return on the same road back to the transition area. (Lap 1).

Elev Gain = 31m

Run (Lap: 1)

Adults Aquathlon:
swim: 750m, Run: 5km

Swim
The start will be given in the water. The course is 750 meters long and is completed once (1 loop), consisting of four (4) red turning buoys. Athletes will pass the next three buoys clockwise before reaching the fourth, which marks the completion of the 750 meters. (Loop 1).

Run (Lap: 1)

Junior Aquathlon:
swim: 150m, Run: 1km

Swim
The start will be given in the water. Athletes will pass the next two buoys clockwise before finishing at the arch on land (out of the water). Essentially, the course is triangular.
(Loop: 1)

Run (Lap 1)
After exiting the transition area, athletes turn left toward the shops and cruise ships—following the harbor route. Reaching the end of the marked course, they complete a turnaround (Turnaround A) before they finish.

Required Documents

The documents should be sent to the email: contact@why-n.gr, at least 2 days before the competition.
In case of late submission of documents, your application will remain pending at the secretariat until the documents are presented.

Without the submission of the necessary documents, your registration will be canceled

To collect your participation package, you must present the following at the Registration Area

A valid photo identification document (ID card, driver’s license, Press ID card, etc.).
If you haven’t already provided it, a valid medical certificate from a general practitioner (pathologist or cardiologist).
The registration package can only be collected strictly in person. Collection by proxy is not permitted

Triathlon – Aquathlon – Multisports:

Individual: Recognized federation valid Athlete ID or Medical certificate specifying that the athlete can participate on sport events and races + *Day Pass (€10) from TOE is required.
*If you are a resident abroad, you do not need to pay for a Day Pass.

Team: TOE card or other recognized federation card for each athlete. If there is no card, a Health Card for each athlete + one *Day Pass (€10) per team from TOE is required.
*If you are a resident abroad, you do not need to pay for a Day Pass.

Open Water Swim:

Medical certificate (which must state that the athlete is fit to participate in competitions or athletic activities) or valid athlete card.

Upon submission of the documents, you will receive an email confirming your participation.

The athlete’s package can be picked up from the secretariat in the city where the event takes place, during operating hours (the competition schedule and all technical information can be found on our website https://why-n.gr, in the corresponding event).

General Rules – Terms

In case of cancellation or postponement of an event – race (part or whole) the cost is non-refundable. Participation can be transferred to one of the upcoming competitions of the organization within the year. Only in the case of cancellation of the last event of the year, participation can be transferred to the next year.

If an athlete is unable to attend the event – race, their participation cannot be transferred to another event or another athlete, and the cost is non-refundable. A transfer to another event is only possible in the case of a documented (medical certificate) illness or injury occurring close to the race date, which prevents participation, and only if a corresponding race is available within the same year.

In the event of a change in race category, any difference in the participation fee must be paid.
If the difference is negative, no refund is provided.

Race Officials

Safety Coordinator: Panagiotis Rotas (Peter)
Race Doctor: TBA
Lifeguard Provider: Lifeguard Hellas
Technical Race Director: TBA

COMPETITION RULES

The events will be conducted according to the rules of the World Triathlon Competition Rules.

For the cycling segment, the regulations of the Hellenic Cycling Federation apply regarding both race execution and participant equipment.

The schedule may be adjusted according to the specific requirements of the race. The Technical Committee representative and the Race Director are responsible for finalizing and formalizing the schedule and resolving any issues not covered in this announcement.

TRIATHLON REGULATIONS

Races will follow the rules of the World Triathlon Federation (World Triathlon Competition Rules 2023 or later). Any deviations are only allowed with approval from the Technical Official (TOE).

CONTINGENCY PLANS

Due to various circumstances, a race might not proceed as planned.

In such cases, the organizing committee will implement contingency plans as outlined by the World Triathlon Federation. For example, if the swimming segment cannot take place, it will be replaced by a run.

IMPORTANT TECHNICAL NOTES

Any matter not covered in this document or the general sport rules (Hellenic Triathlon Federation and World Triathlon Competition Rules) will be immediately decided by the competition jury.
Minors must have a guardian sign a waiver to participate.
Water temperature will be announced in time to determine if wetsuits are permitted. If so, the maximum wetsuit thickness is 4mm.
Athletes will be inspected and photographed in race gear with their bike before entering the transition zone.
Athletes must check-in with their helmet on, bike ready for inspection, correctly placed stickers, and timing chip worn.
Swim caps provided by the organizers must be worn during the swim.
Helmets are mandatory for the bike leg and must be fastened at all times, even when walking with the bike inside or outside transition.
The event is non-drafting. Maintain 12 meters between bikes (10 meters clear space). Penalty for illegal drafting is 2 minutes in the penalty box.
Overtaking during cycling must be completed in a maximum of 20 seconds, with the overtaken athlete required to reduce speed. Warnings must be given before passing.
Athletes may not support or receive pacing from others or use fixed objects for assistance when turning.
Participants must follow road traffic laws. Crossing the double center line results in disqualification.
Headphones or audio devices are strictly prohibited for safety.
Upper body (chest and abdomen) must be covered during cycling and running.
Triathlon suits are recommended per World Triathlon standards.
Race numbers must be visible on the front during the run. Age Group athletes are not required to wear them while cycling. Race belts are not provided.
Wear the timing chip with the special strap on the left ankle.
You will receive 3 number stickers in your envelope:
- 1 small for the front of your helmet,
- 1 small for your race bag,
- 1 large for the seat post of your bike.
- If unsure about placement, ask an experienced athlete.
In the transition area, you will find a basket marked with your number. That is your designated spot and must not be moved. Place all your items inside the basket. The helmet goes on the bike handlebars (not fastened). Penalty for not complying: 15 seconds.
Keep the transition area tidy, with only one pair of shoes allowed in front of your basket. Penalty for untidiness: DISQUALIFICATION.
For the sprint distance, any type of bike in good condition may be used. For standard distance, only road or time trial bikes complying with World Triathlon or UCI standards are allowed. Disc brakes are permitted in all categories.
Failing to serve a penalty leads to disqualification.
Athletes are responsible for knowing the course, laps, turnarounds, and any penalties. Check the penalty box board regularly.
Failure to comply with the rules or referee instructions will result in disqualification.
Time cut-offs apply for standard distances, specified on each race’s info page. Athletes still on course past the cut-off run at their own risk and may be excluded from official results.
The race begins with a single horn blast following “Take Your Marks.” If no repeated horn is heard, the start is valid and will not be repeated.
Mount your bike only after the mount line and dismount before the dismount line. No riding inside the transition zone under any circumstance.
Attendance at the technical briefing is essential for final details and Q&A.
Action cameras on bikes are allowed with prior race referee approval.

TRANSITION AREA (TA) RULES

Leave your helmet on your bike unfastened (penalty: 10 seconds if not followed).
Shoes can be outside the basket; goggles and cap must be inside.
No bags allowed in the TA.
No personal markings (e.g. towels, personal items) to identify your spot.
T1: Helmet on and fastened BEFORE touching your bike.
T2: Rack your bike FIRST, then unfasten your helmet. Never enter the TA with your helmet unfastened.
BIKE POSITION DURING TRANSITIONS:
- T1: Hang the bike by the saddle with the front wheel facing the central aisle.
- T2: Can be hung in any direction, as long as it’s within your spot and doesn’t obstruct others.

Benefits for Athletes

Technical briefing
Safety support
Τechnical t-shirt of the race (Free for triathlon athletes only)
Digital – interactive maps
Award ceremony
Award medal
Commemorative medal for all finishers
Electronic timing (Live results on our website)
Swimming cap
Race numbers
Hand bracelet
Supply of water, refreshments, isotonic drinks, and gels during the race
Juice, banana, and water after the race
Discount coupons for clubs, families, schools, unemployed individuals, and free for people with disabilities (PWD)
Photographic material

SPECIAL NOTES FOR RELAYS

The “baton” is the timing chip. Any team member racing or finishing without it will be disqualified.
All exchanges (swim to bike, bike to run) happen in the TA next to the cyclist’s bike, with the chip passed to the next athlete’s left ankle.
Swimmer must stick one small number on their race bag, which will be transported to the TA start.
Cyclist must place one small number on the helmet and the large one on the bike seat post. Teams without numbers will be disqualified.
Cyclists must NOT ride within the TA under any circumstances.
The runner must wear the bib on the front and finish with it. The cyclist does not need to wear a bib. Race belts are not provided.

CONTACT INFORMATION

For questions or more information, contact: info@why-n.gr
Phone: +30 210 9830680

ANNOUNCEMENT MODIFICATIONS

The organizers reserve the right to amend this announcement. Any changes will be communicated accordingly.

More details and registration will be available soon at: www.why-n.gr