DINO Gravel Triathlon
- Date Sat 1st August 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Terre Haute, Indiana
- Price $32.80 - $85.80
- Races 7 races
- Distances 10km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the DINO Gravel Triathlon, taking place on Saturday, August 1st, 2026, in the scenic Terre Haute, Vigo! This unique event showcases Indiana's only gravel triathlon, offering a perfect blend of swimming, cycling, and running for athletes of all skill levels. Participants can choose from exciting race formats including a triathlon featuring a 500m lake swim, a 12-mile gently rolling gravel bike ride, and a 5 km moderate trail run. For those preferring a different challenge, the duathlon option includes two 5 km trail runs sandwiching the 12-mile bike segment, while the kayak triathlon offers a refreshing 1 km paddle instead of the swim.
With beginner-friendly distances and a moderately challenging terrain, this event promises a fantastic atmosphere for competitors and spectators alike. The mostly stable trail surfaces make it easy to navigate, allowing for smooth passing throughout the course. Plus, participants in the 10K trail run can earn bonus points for the DINO Trail Run Series, making this a must-attend event for trail running enthusiasts. Don't miss the chance to be part of this exciting day filled with camaraderie, competition, and outdoor adventure!
With beginner-friendly distances and a moderately challenging terrain, this event promises a fantastic atmosphere for competitors and spectators alike. The mostly stable trail surfaces make it easy to navigate, allowing for smooth passing throughout the course. Plus, participants in the 10K trail run can earn bonus points for the DINO Trail Run Series, making this a must-attend event for trail running enthusiasts. Don't miss the chance to be part of this exciting day filled with camaraderie, competition, and outdoor adventure!
Organiser's Description
PRICING: Day of pricing is listed on event main webpage. [https://www.dinoseries.com/gravel-triathlon] You will need a USA Triathlon 1 day membership. May be purchased online during registration or in person for $14.00. Please bring your member ID if you are already a member.
TRIATHLON
* 500m lake swim; 12 mile gently rolling gravel bike*; 5 km moderate trail run
DUATHLON
* 5 km moderate trail run; 12 mile gently rolling gravel bike*; 5 km moderate trail run
KAYAK TRIATHLON
* 1 km paddle; 12 mile gently rolling gravel bike*; 5 km moderate trail run
BE PART OF INDIANAS ONLY GRAVEL TRIATHLON! Offering beginner-friendly distances and terrain, this course mixes the elements of a sprint triathlon, gravel cycling, and trail running! The gravel ride is relatively flat with very gentle hills. The trail run is moderate, with mostly stable surface and a few short ups and downs.
Most of the route is wide enough for easy passing.
For those that dont want to swim, enter the duathlon or the kayak triathlon!
10K TRAIL RUN
* This fun course is also a bonus point chance for those running the DINO Trail Run Series!
* A CHANCE FOR UP TO 10 BONUS POINTS IN THE SERIES!
* All finishers in a bonus race will receive at least 1 bonus point.
* A finish in the top 10% of men or women earns 10 points.
* A finish in the 80% to 90% of men or women's rankings earns 9 points.
* The distribution continues so that the bottom 10% of men and women finishers each earn 1 bonus point.
TRIATHLON
* 500m lake swim; 12 mile gently rolling gravel bike*; 5 km moderate trail run
DUATHLON
* 5 km moderate trail run; 12 mile gently rolling gravel bike*; 5 km moderate trail run
KAYAK TRIATHLON
* 1 km paddle; 12 mile gently rolling gravel bike*; 5 km moderate trail run
BE PART OF INDIANAS ONLY GRAVEL TRIATHLON! Offering beginner-friendly distances and terrain, this course mixes the elements of a sprint triathlon, gravel cycling, and trail running! The gravel ride is relatively flat with very gentle hills. The trail run is moderate, with mostly stable surface and a few short ups and downs.
Most of the route is wide enough for easy passing.
For those that dont want to swim, enter the duathlon or the kayak triathlon!
10K TRAIL RUN
* This fun course is also a bonus point chance for those running the DINO Trail Run Series!
* A CHANCE FOR UP TO 10 BONUS POINTS IN THE SERIES!
* All finishers in a bonus race will receive at least 1 bonus point.
* A finish in the top 10% of men or women earns 10 points.
* A finish in the 80% to 90% of men or women's rankings earns 9 points.
* The distribution continues so that the bottom 10% of men and women finishers each earn 1 bonus point.
Races
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Triathlon
Incl. $5.80 Fee
Sat 1st August 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$85.80
The triathlon begins with a 500m swim before exiting the lake and heading into a fast and beginner friendly 12 mile gravel course "MTB Friendly." Save some energy for the final 5K trail run as you'll have challenging hills to conquer before crossing the line. -
Triathlon Relay
Incl. $4.30 Fee
Sat 1st August 2026 (9:02AM EDT)
$59.30
The triathlon begins with a 500m swim before exiting the lake and heading into a fast and beginner friendly 12 mile gravel course "MTB Friendly." Save some energy for the final 5K trail run as you'll have challenging hills to conquer before crossing the line. -
Duathlon
Incl. $5.80 Fee
Sat 1st August 2026 (9:10AM EDT)
$85.80
Two disciplines, three sections. The duathlon kicks off with a 5 km trail run, before heading into a 12 mile gravel bike section "Mtb Friendly". It's then back onto the trail for a final 5 km footrace to the finish. -
Duathlon Relay
Incl. $4.30 Fee
Sat 1st August 2026 (9:10AM EDT)
$59.30
Two disciplines, three sections. The duathlon kicks off with a 5 km trail run, before heading into a 12 mile gravel bike section "Mtb Friendly". It's then back onto the trail for a final 5 km footrace to the finish. -
Kayak Triathlon
Incl. $5.80 Fee
Sat 1st August 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
$85.80
Skip the swim and grab a paddle. This triathlon with a twist starts with a 1-mile kayak before transferring to the bike for a 12-mile Gravel course ride "MTB Friendly." It's then a footrace to the finish with a scenic 5km trail run. -
Kayak Triathlon Relay
Incl. $4.30 Fee
Sat 1st August 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
$59.30
Skip the swim and grab a paddle. This triathlon with a twist starts with a 1-mile kayak before transferring to the bike for a 12-mile Gravel course ride "MTB Friendly." It's then a footrace to the finish with a scenic 5km trail run. -
10K Trail Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Sat 1st August 2026 (9:20AM EDT)
$32.80
Challenge yourself with 2 laps of the 5k course on the flowy, but sometimes challenging terrain. This event is a chance to just race for the podium or earn series bonus points!
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