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The 50 Best Triathlons in the USA

From classic bucket-list triathlons to beginner-friendly pool sprints, these popular races are the top swim-bike-run events in all 50 states.

Susan LackeSeptember 18, 2026

Travel

10 Epic XTERRA Mountain Bike Courses Guaranteed to Fuel Your Stoke

Want to go full send into off-road triathlon? From hand-built forest singletrack to alpine bike-park descents, these ten XTERRA courses will show how far (and how fast) a mountain bike can take you.

Ari AltunAugust 20, 2026

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It's Hot. Go on a Tri Coolcation at These Anti-Summer Races

Beat the summer heat by planning a vacation around these destination triathlons, all set in cool-weather locales.

Brittany VermeerJune 11, 2026

News

The Best Ironman and 70.3 Races for Your Swim, Bike, and Run Strengths

Analyst Thorsten Radde mined the data from over 200,000 Ironman and 70.3 age-group finishes to help you discover which course matches your strengths.

Thorsten RaddeApril 8, 2026

News

12 Weird Multisport Races We're Totally Signing Up For in 2026

A cruise-ship triathlon adventure with cheetahs? A nighttime race under the stars? A reverse tri? We can’t click the “register” button fast enough for these out-of-the-box multisport events.

Brittany Vermeer, Travis MundellMarch 24, 2026

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Triathlete’s 2026 Guide to Off-the-Beaten-Path Multisport Races in the U.S.

Thinking about changing up the traditional swim-bike-run? Or seeking out a new format, new terrain, or new sports to add to the mix? Then look no further than this list of unique multisport races around the country.

Brittany VermeerFebruary 12, 2026

Events

Triathlete’s 2026 Guide to the Best Ironman and Iron-Distance Races in the Americas

Whether you’re looking for an extra challenge or a PR, a beginner-friendly course or a legendary one, a race within driving distance or worthy of a race-cation, this guide to the best Ironman and iron-distance triathlons has you covered.

Brittany VermeerFebruary 10, 2026

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Triathlete Readers Share their Favorite Locally-Owned Triathlon Races

Community is king at these reader-favorite small races. Add a few to your 2026 schedule and get ready to fall in love with triathlon all over again.

Susan LackeFebruary 4, 2026

News

Triathlete’s 2026 Guide to the Top Ironman 70.3 and Half-Distance Races

Looking to race a half-iron - or 70.3 - triathlon this year? We rounded up everything from long-standing community favorites to inaugural branded races to bring you the best in the U.S.

Brittany VermeerFebruary 3, 2026