Definition: The Clydesdale Division in running is for male runners who are over a certain weight. Unfortunately that weight is not completely standardized. In some places, the minimum weight for a Clydesdale division runner is 165 lbs. The International Triathlon Union (ITU) Technical Commission, on the other hand, states that a Clydesdale athlete must be at least 198 lbs. Most races advertise the weight requirement for Clydes divisions on the race sign up. Otherwise, it's a good idea to ask.
Pronunciation: kliez-dale
Also Known As: Clydes
Examples: Team Clydesdale is a force to be reckoned with for any serious competitors in the Clydesdale division of racing.
