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Carlsbad Triathlon

July 12, 2020 · Carlsbad, CA

Distance: 1K swim, 25K bike, 5K run

The Carlsbad Triathlon course begins at Tamarack Surf Beach, and follows the coastline of Carlsbad, past scenic beaches, lagoons and a wildlife preserve. This triathlon boasts a sprint and sprint plus distance.

This race is for everybody: from first-timers to the elites, and their friends and family! The race is done in heats begining with an open-water ocean swim, which is well-marked with buoys. The swim is followed by a bike course, and the race finishes with a run along the beautiful Pacific Ocean coastline. The roads are wide and completely closed to traffic. The course is mostly flat with a couple of rolling areas.

Race Options

  • MICHELLIE JONES SPRINT PLUS TRIATHLON
    1000 M swim, 25K bike, 5K run
  • MICHELLIE JONES SPRINT PLUS TRIATHLON – RELAY
    1000 M swim, 25K bike, 5K run
  • SPRINT PLUS AQUABIKE
    1000 M swim, 25K bike
  • SPRINT TRIATHLON
    500 M swim, 16K bike, 5K run
  • SPRINT DUATHLON
    1 mile run, 16K bike, 5K run
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