Beware of Barracuda Triathlon
- Date Sat 27th September 2025
- Time 7:00AM EDT
- Location Hazleton, Pennsylvania
- Price $97.90 - $135.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances Sprint
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of athleticism at the Beware of Barracuda Triathlon on Saturday, September 27, 2025, taking place at the scenic Eagle Rock Resort in Hazleton, Schuylkill. This family-friendly event features both sprint and super sprint distances, making it perfect for seasoned triathletes and newcomers alike. The day kicks off bright and early with packet pickup starting at 5:00 AM, followed by the sprint race at 7:00 AM and the super sprint at 7:30 AM.
Participants can enjoy a pre-race clinic on Friday, September 26, where they'll receive valuable tips from USAT certified coach Robin Barth on transitions and course navigation. With a supportive atmosphere and opportunities to connect with fellow athletes, the Beware of Barracuda Triathlon promises a memorable experience for everyone involved. Don’t miss out on this exciting event that celebrates fitness, community, and the spirit of competition!
Participants can enjoy a pre-race clinic on Friday, September 26, where they'll receive valuable tips from USAT certified coach Robin Barth on transitions and course navigation. With a supportive atmosphere and opportunities to connect with fellow athletes, the Beware of Barracuda Triathlon promises a memorable experience for everyone involved. Don’t miss out on this exciting event that celebrates fitness, community, and the spirit of competition!
Organiser's Description
Eagle Rock Resort: 40.93071^0 N, 76.11597^0 W, 132 Cheyney Dr Hazleton, PA
Rise Up Racing in partnership with Second Wind Timing & the Freeland YMCA Swim Team are happily working together to keep the Beware of the Barracuda race alive and thriving! Come out and join this family friendly sprint & super sprint triathlon
Event Schedule
Friday September 26th: *Parking available at beach
* 3pm-6pm Pre-race packet pickup (optional)*Strongly encouraged for all athletes. Avoid any race day packet pickup lines, and get to pre-drive the bike & run courses.
* 6pm Triathlon Clinic & Athlete Briefing with Robin Barth, Race Director, L2 USAT Certified Coach, & Head Coach Rise Up Racing
Beginner Triathlon Clinic: New to the sport? All registered athletes are welcome to come out on Friday September 26th at 6pm at the transition area to ask all your questions by USAT certified coach and Race Director Robin Barth. Learn about the course, how to best do transitions, and also get your bike checked out! There will be a short transition and bike maintenance demonstrations.
Saturday September 27th:
*Athlete parking at Base Lodge (388 Walden Ct Hazleton, PA 40.93020^0 N, 76.11083^0 W) All Athletes must park at base lodge parking on race morning. All other roads in and out of the lake are used for the run and bike course. We can not have cars parked on the course. If you are riding your bike to the transition area, please wear your helmet and have it buckled. After parking, make your way to Athlete Check-In, approx .75 mile down Tuscarora Dr. You will turn right onto Cheyney Dr and continue to the beach
* 5:00am-6:30am Packet Pickup & Race Day Registration on the beach.
* 6:30am Transition Area Closes to Sprint Racers / 7am Transition area closes to Super Sprint
* 7am Sprint Start
* 7:30am Super Sprint Start
* 10am awards & bike check out
Check out our: Race Website For More Information [https://riseupracing.com/beware-of-the-barracuda/]
Contact: Robin Barth, Certified USAT Race Director, email: [email protected]
There will be no refunds for this event.
Want to be an event sponsor or see our sponsors for this event? Click here to learn more [https://riseupracing.com/sponsorship-beware-of-the-barracuda/]
Rise Up Racing in partnership with Second Wind Timing & the Freeland YMCA Swim Team are happily working together to keep the Beware of the Barracuda race alive and thriving! Come out and join this family friendly sprint & super sprint triathlon
Event Schedule
Friday September 26th: *Parking available at beach
* 3pm-6pm Pre-race packet pickup (optional)*Strongly encouraged for all athletes. Avoid any race day packet pickup lines, and get to pre-drive the bike & run courses.
* 6pm Triathlon Clinic & Athlete Briefing with Robin Barth, Race Director, L2 USAT Certified Coach, & Head Coach Rise Up Racing
Beginner Triathlon Clinic: New to the sport? All registered athletes are welcome to come out on Friday September 26th at 6pm at the transition area to ask all your questions by USAT certified coach and Race Director Robin Barth. Learn about the course, how to best do transitions, and also get your bike checked out! There will be a short transition and bike maintenance demonstrations.
Saturday September 27th:
*Athlete parking at Base Lodge (388 Walden Ct Hazleton, PA 40.93020^0 N, 76.11083^0 W) All Athletes must park at base lodge parking on race morning. All other roads in and out of the lake are used for the run and bike course. We can not have cars parked on the course. If you are riding your bike to the transition area, please wear your helmet and have it buckled. After parking, make your way to Athlete Check-In, approx .75 mile down Tuscarora Dr. You will turn right onto Cheyney Dr and continue to the beach
* 5:00am-6:30am Packet Pickup & Race Day Registration on the beach.
* 6:30am Transition Area Closes to Sprint Racers / 7am Transition area closes to Super Sprint
* 7am Sprint Start
* 7:30am Super Sprint Start
* 10am awards & bike check out
Check out our: Race Website For More Information [https://riseupracing.com/beware-of-the-barracuda/]
Contact: Robin Barth, Certified USAT Race Director, email: [email protected]
There will be no refunds for this event.
Want to be an event sponsor or see our sponsors for this event? Click here to learn more [https://riseupracing.com/sponsorship-beware-of-the-barracuda/]
Races
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Sprint Triathlon
Incl. $8.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$108.50
Sprint Triathlon 750 Yard swim 15 Mile Bike 3.1 Mile Course information can be found here: https://riseupracing.com/beware-of-the-barracuda/ Must be 12 by the end of the year to participate. All participants under the age of 18 will need to have a guardian sign an additional waiver at packet pick up -
Sprint Triathlon Relay
Incl. $10.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$135.00
Sprint Triathlon Relay Divisions (Male / Female / Co-Ed) 2 or 3 person team 750 Yard swim 15 Mile Bike 3.1 Mile Must be 12 by the end of the year to participate. All participants under the age of 18 will need to have a guardian sign an additional waiver at packet pick up -
Super Sprint Triathlon
Incl. $7.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (7:30AM EDT)
$97.90
This a short, very beginner friendly option for the Beware of Barracuda event. Shorter swim distance 300 yards 1 Loop on the bike course 7.5 Miles Shorter Run course: 1.6 Miles Must be 10 by the end of the year to participate. All participants under the age of 18 will need to have a guardian sign an additional waiver at packet pick up
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