Huntsville Sprint Triathlon
- Date Sat 9th August 2025
- Time 7:30AM CDT
- Location Huntsville, Alabama
- Price $50.00 - $130.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day at the 45th Annual Huntsville Sprint Triathlon, taking place on Saturday, August 9, 2025, in the beautiful city of Huntsville, Madison! This exciting event features a challenging 400-meter pool swim, followed by an 8-mile bike ride, and a refreshing 3-mile run, making it perfect for both individual competitors and relay teams. Athletes will dive into the competition pool starting at 7:30 AM, so prepare to kick off your morning with energy and enthusiasm!
Participants are encouraged to join a practice swim and race brief on Sunday, August 3, at the Aquatics Center, where they can familiarize themselves with the course and adjust their swim times. With an extended bike course this year, athletes will navigate a scenic route while contributing to local charities through their participation. Don't miss out on the chance to grab your finisher swag—a stylish, lightweight t-shirt—after crossing the finish line. Registration is capped at 450 participants, so secure your spot soon and gear up for a fantastic race day experience!
Participants are encouraged to join a practice swim and race brief on Sunday, August 3, at the Aquatics Center, where they can familiarize themselves with the course and adjust their swim times. With an extended bike course this year, athletes will navigate a scenic route while contributing to local charities through their participation. Don't miss out on the chance to grab your finisher swag—a stylish, lightweight t-shirt—after crossing the finish line. Registration is capped at 450 participants, so secure your spot soon and gear up for a fantastic race day experience!
Organiser's Description
_ *** THE RACE AND REACHED CAPACITY AND REGISTRATION IS CLOSED *** _
TEE SHIRT CUTOFF
* Register by JULY 21 to guarantee your shirt size!
PRACTICE SWIM
* There will be a practice swim and race brief on Sunday August 3 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm at the Aquatics Center (2213 Drake Ave SW).
* We'll discuss the race and transition outside in front of the building and then enter the building around 2pm for the practice swim.
* You can swim the course as many times as you like until about 3:30.
* This is a great opportunity to practice the long lanes and adjust your estimated swim time!
RACE INFORMATION
* The 45th Annual Huntsville Sprint Triathlon is presented by Edward Jones.
* Race Distance: 400 meter Pool SWIM / 8 mile BIKE / 3 mile RUN (bike and run lengths are approximate and vary from year to year based on course adjustments) - scroll down for course maps.
* Both Individuals Participants and relay-teams are welcome!
* Race start time is 7:30am. Cutoff times will be enforce: athletes must start the bike portion by 8:30am and the run portion by 9:30am.
* We will be swimming in the competition pool again this year.
NEW THIS YEAR: THE BIKE COURSE WILL BE EXTENDED FROM APPROXIMATELY 7 MILES TO APPROXIMATELY 8 MILES. WE WILL NOT HAVE THE SHARP U-TURN ON TRIANA BOULEVARD BUT WILL CONTINUE SOUTH TO LOOP AROUND THE PUBLIC SAFETY TRAINING ACADEMY PARKING LOT BEFORE HEADING BACK NORTH ON TRIANA BOULEVARD.
* Athletes will be seeded according to reported swim time (this may and should be adjusted closer to race day).
* Registration will close Sunday August 3, 2025 or when registrations reach 450 cyclists.
* Your finisher swag consists of a super cool, soft, lightweight t-shirt. This will be picked up on site after you finish the run.
* Race proceeds will be donated to local charities.
RACE PHOTOS ARE HERE - THANK YOU WE RUN HUNTSVILLE FOR THE GREAT PICS!
* 2024 Swim Photos [https://www.werunracephotos.com/WRH/2024-Events/2024-HSV-Sprint-Tri/2024-HSV-Sprint-Tri-Swim]
* 2024 Bike Photos [https://www.werunracephotos.com/WRH/2024-Events/2024-HSV-Sprint-Tri/2024-HSV-Sprint-Tri-Bike]
* 2024 Run Photos [https://www.werunracephotos.com/WRH/2024-Events/2024-HSV-Sprint-Tri/2024-HSV-Sprint-Tri-Run]
* 2024 Practice Swim Photos [https://www.werunracephotos.com/WRH/2024-Events/2024-HSV-Sprint-Tri/2024-HSV-Sprint-Tri-Preview-Swim]
PACKET PICK-UP
* Thursday August 7th, 11am - 5:45 pm at Bicycle Cove, 5575 Highway 431 South, Brownsboro, AL 35741
* Friday August 8th, 11 am - 6:30 pm at Fleet Feet, 181 Hughes Road, Madison, AL 35758
* Saturday August 9th - 5:30am (RACE DAY!)
HELPFUL TIPS:
* In this race morning video [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hje5unKs26g] the Race Director walks you through race morning, parking, and spectator information.
In this transition and course instruction video [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pj-CdMdXdlg] the Transition and Course Coordinators walk you through what to do in transition and what to expect on the course.
* Watch this full course video [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u1UxESapWCw&ab_channel=MichaelMarks] from 2023 to be fully prepared! Note that each year there may be slight changes to the course or setup to accommodate conditions.
* Reminder that athletes will enter the pool by swim time (shortest to longest) to help manage congestion. Please be as accurate as possible with your swim time; you will have an opportunity to adjust your swim time closer to race day. It is acceptable to stop and hold the side or the rope, to stop and rest at each end, and to use a snorkel. If you feel you will stop during the swim, please factor that into your swim time. There will be lifeguards and volunteers around the pool. The practice swim will be a great opportunity to determine an appropriate time!
* Need help training? Fleet Feet's Tri-101 [https://www.fleetfeet.com/s/huntsville/training/tri-101] program kicks off on May 13 and is designed to have you race ready for the Huntsville Sprint Tri. Sign up and get tips from some great triathletes and access to group training sessions!
TEE SHIRT CUTOFF
* Register by JULY 21 to guarantee your shirt size!
PRACTICE SWIM
* There will be a practice swim and race brief on Sunday August 3 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm at the Aquatics Center (2213 Drake Ave SW).
* We'll discuss the race and transition outside in front of the building and then enter the building around 2pm for the practice swim.
* You can swim the course as many times as you like until about 3:30.
* This is a great opportunity to practice the long lanes and adjust your estimated swim time!
RACE INFORMATION
* The 45th Annual Huntsville Sprint Triathlon is presented by Edward Jones.
* Race Distance: 400 meter Pool SWIM / 8 mile BIKE / 3 mile RUN (bike and run lengths are approximate and vary from year to year based on course adjustments) - scroll down for course maps.
* Both Individuals Participants and relay-teams are welcome!
* Race start time is 7:30am. Cutoff times will be enforce: athletes must start the bike portion by 8:30am and the run portion by 9:30am.
* We will be swimming in the competition pool again this year.
NEW THIS YEAR: THE BIKE COURSE WILL BE EXTENDED FROM APPROXIMATELY 7 MILES TO APPROXIMATELY 8 MILES. WE WILL NOT HAVE THE SHARP U-TURN ON TRIANA BOULEVARD BUT WILL CONTINUE SOUTH TO LOOP AROUND THE PUBLIC SAFETY TRAINING ACADEMY PARKING LOT BEFORE HEADING BACK NORTH ON TRIANA BOULEVARD.
* Athletes will be seeded according to reported swim time (this may and should be adjusted closer to race day).
* Registration will close Sunday August 3, 2025 or when registrations reach 450 cyclists.
* Your finisher swag consists of a super cool, soft, lightweight t-shirt. This will be picked up on site after you finish the run.
* Race proceeds will be donated to local charities.
RACE PHOTOS ARE HERE - THANK YOU WE RUN HUNTSVILLE FOR THE GREAT PICS!
* 2024 Swim Photos [https://www.werunracephotos.com/WRH/2024-Events/2024-HSV-Sprint-Tri/2024-HSV-Sprint-Tri-Swim]
* 2024 Bike Photos [https://www.werunracephotos.com/WRH/2024-Events/2024-HSV-Sprint-Tri/2024-HSV-Sprint-Tri-Bike]
* 2024 Run Photos [https://www.werunracephotos.com/WRH/2024-Events/2024-HSV-Sprint-Tri/2024-HSV-Sprint-Tri-Run]
* 2024 Practice Swim Photos [https://www.werunracephotos.com/WRH/2024-Events/2024-HSV-Sprint-Tri/2024-HSV-Sprint-Tri-Preview-Swim]
PACKET PICK-UP
* Thursday August 7th, 11am - 5:45 pm at Bicycle Cove, 5575 Highway 431 South, Brownsboro, AL 35741
* Friday August 8th, 11 am - 6:30 pm at Fleet Feet, 181 Hughes Road, Madison, AL 35758
* Saturday August 9th - 5:30am (RACE DAY!)
HELPFUL TIPS:
* In this race morning video [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hje5unKs26g] the Race Director walks you through race morning, parking, and spectator information.
In this transition and course instruction video [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pj-CdMdXdlg] the Transition and Course Coordinators walk you through what to do in transition and what to expect on the course.
* Watch this full course video [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u1UxESapWCw&ab_channel=MichaelMarks] from 2023 to be fully prepared! Note that each year there may be slight changes to the course or setup to accommodate conditions.
* Reminder that athletes will enter the pool by swim time (shortest to longest) to help manage congestion. Please be as accurate as possible with your swim time; you will have an opportunity to adjust your swim time closer to race day. It is acceptable to stop and hold the side or the rope, to stop and rest at each end, and to use a snorkel. If you feel you will stop during the swim, please factor that into your swim time. There will be lifeguards and volunteers around the pool. The practice swim will be a great opportunity to determine an appropriate time!
* Need help training? Fleet Feet's Tri-101 [https://www.fleetfeet.com/s/huntsville/training/tri-101] program kicks off on May 13 and is designed to have you race ready for the Huntsville Sprint Tri. Sign up and get tips from some great triathletes and access to group training sessions!
Races
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Huntsville Sprint Triathlon - Relay Teams
Incl. Super Comfy Finisher Tee!
Sat 9th August 2025 (7:30AM CDT)
$130.00
CLOSEDRelay teams may include 2 or 3 athletes but must complete all 3 parts of the triathlon Team Captains can set up and pay for a relay event and may elect to set up a password for team registration. Relay members may register to join an existing team. -
Huntsville Sprint Triathlon - Individual Participant
Incl. Super Comfy Finisher Tee!
Sat 9th August 2025 (7:30AM CDT)
$70.00
CLOSED -
Huntsville Sprint Triathlon - Youth Individual Participant (18 or Younger on Race Day)
Incl. Super Comfy Finisher Tee!
Sat 9th August 2025 (7:30AM CDT)
$50.00
CLOSED
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