Coastal Edge Presents The Wareing’s Beach Bum Classic
- Date Sat 29th August 2026
- Time 7:00AM EDT
- Location Virginia Beach, Virginia
- Price $43.40
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day of fun and competition at the Wareing’s Beach Bum Classic on Saturday, August 29, 2026, in the beautiful Virginia Beach, Virginia! This event is not your typical triathlon; it's a celebration of the vibrant beach lifestyle that makes Virginia Beach so special. Participants will kick off the day with a challenging 2K Sand Run, feeling the burn as they race across the shore. Next, gear up for a 5K Beach Cruiser Ride, where competitors will cruise the picturesque boardwalk on single-speed bikes—no gears allowed, keeping the spirit of fun alive! Finally, paddle through the Atlantic Ocean in a 1K Surfboard Paddle to finish off this unique race.
Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just looking for a memorable day at the beach, the Beach Bum Classic offers an exhilarating experience for beach lovers of all abilities. With the race starting at 7 AM from the Virginia Beach Fishing Pier, participants will enjoy stunning ocean views, camaraderie with fellow beach enthusiasts, and the thrill of completing one of the East Coast's most distinctive endurance events. Don’t forget to pick up your race packet at Coastal Edge Oceanfront on August 26, and remember that all finishers will receive a
Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just looking for a memorable day at the beach, the Beach Bum Classic offers an exhilarating experience for beach lovers of all abilities. With the race starting at 7 AM from the Virginia Beach Fishing Pier, participants will enjoy stunning ocean views, camaraderie with fellow beach enthusiasts, and the thrill of completing one of the East Coast's most distinctive endurance events. Don’t forget to pick up your race packet at Coastal Edge Oceanfront on August 26, and remember that all finishers will receive a
Organiser's Description
Wareing's Beach Bum Classic
Virginia Beach's Most Unique Race is Back!
Forget everything you know about a traditional triathlon. The Wareing's Beach Bum Classic is all about embracing the beach lifestyle with a race that's equal parts competition, fun, and pure Virginia Beach spirit.
This isn't your typical swim-bike-run. Instead, you'll tackle three iconic beach disciplines:
2K Sand Run Feel the burn as you race across the sand.
5K Beach Cruiser Ride Cruise the boardwalk and oceanfront on a single-speed beach cruiser. That's rightno geared bikes allowed! This leg keeps the competition fun, fair, and true to the laid-back beach culture.
1K Surfboard Paddle Finish your race the only way a true beach athlete shouldpaddling through the Atlantic Ocean to the finish.
Whether you're a seasoned competitor or just looking for one of the most memorable events you'll ever do, the Beach Bum Classic delivers an experience unlike any other. You'll race alongside fellow beach lovers, soak up the ocean views, and earn bragging rights for completing one of the most unique endurance events on the East Coast.
Why You'll Love It
One of the most unique multisport races anywhere
2K sand run
5K beach cruiser only bike ride (single-speed, no geared bikes)
1K surfboard paddle in the Atlantic Ocean
A fun, competitive atmosphere that welcomes beach athletes of all abilities
sun An event that celebrates the lifestyle and culture of Virginia Beach
Bring your beach cruiser, grab your surfboard, and challenge yourself in a race that's as fun as it is unforgettable.
The Wareing's Beach Bum Classic isn't just a raceit's a Virginia Beach tradition.
Register today and experience the beach the way it was meant to beon foot, on two wheels, and on a surfboard!
Race details:
* August 29, 2026 start time 7am
* Location: Virginia Beach Fishing Pier
* All finishers will receive a finisher t-shirt and medal
* Packet pick up will be at Coastal Edge Oceanfront (316 21st Street Virginia Beach, VA 23451)
* Packet pick up will be August 26, 2026 from 5:30pm-7:00pm
Virginia Beach's Most Unique Race is Back!
Forget everything you know about a traditional triathlon. The Wareing's Beach Bum Classic is all about embracing the beach lifestyle with a race that's equal parts competition, fun, and pure Virginia Beach spirit.
This isn't your typical swim-bike-run. Instead, you'll tackle three iconic beach disciplines:
2K Sand Run Feel the burn as you race across the sand.
5K Beach Cruiser Ride Cruise the boardwalk and oceanfront on a single-speed beach cruiser. That's rightno geared bikes allowed! This leg keeps the competition fun, fair, and true to the laid-back beach culture.
1K Surfboard Paddle Finish your race the only way a true beach athlete shouldpaddling through the Atlantic Ocean to the finish.
Whether you're a seasoned competitor or just looking for one of the most memorable events you'll ever do, the Beach Bum Classic delivers an experience unlike any other. You'll race alongside fellow beach lovers, soak up the ocean views, and earn bragging rights for completing one of the most unique endurance events on the East Coast.
Why You'll Love It
One of the most unique multisport races anywhere
2K sand run
5K beach cruiser only bike ride (single-speed, no geared bikes)
1K surfboard paddle in the Atlantic Ocean
A fun, competitive atmosphere that welcomes beach athletes of all abilities
sun An event that celebrates the lifestyle and culture of Virginia Beach
Bring your beach cruiser, grab your surfboard, and challenge yourself in a race that's as fun as it is unforgettable.
The Wareing's Beach Bum Classic isn't just a raceit's a Virginia Beach tradition.
Register today and experience the beach the way it was meant to beon foot, on two wheels, and on a surfboard!
Race details:
* August 29, 2026 start time 7am
* Location: Virginia Beach Fishing Pier
* All finishers will receive a finisher t-shirt and medal
* Packet pick up will be at Coastal Edge Oceanfront (316 21st Street Virginia Beach, VA 23451)
* Packet pick up will be August 26, 2026 from 5:30pm-7:00pm
Races
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Coastal Edge Presents Wareings Beach Bum Classic
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 29th August 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$43.40
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