About Us

A male runner with a race bib numbered 860, wearing a black shirt, black shorts, blue running shoes, and a light-colored head covering, running outdoors on a paved road.

Wes Mechen opened the doors to Tempo in January 2014, having previously been a teacher and lecturer in Business and also sport

In 2015, Wes was selected for the Great Britain middle distance age group triathlon squad and finished 14th.  

Wes has enjoyed running and competing from a young age and favours the 10 mile to half marathon distances

Tempo is the only specialist running shop in Eastbourne and has catered for local athletes in and around Sussex for many years, priding ourselves on attention to detail and customer service.

Group of people in athletic attire participating in a community relay race, standing on a tiered podium with flags and a wooden building in the background during evening time.

Tri Tempo

Along with other passionate triathletes, Wes helped start the triathlon club; Tri Tempo in Eastbourne.

The Tri Tempo club allows runners, cyclists and swimmers of all abilities to take part in their sessions and it is a non for profit club.

As part of the club's weekly sessions, Tri Tempo holds a promenade run session every Tuesday starting at 6:00pm. This session is a structured session that enables runners of a wide range of abilities to participate. 

If you are interested in finding more out about the run session and/ or joining the Tri Club, please contact the shop or visit: www.tritempo.co.uk