Onion Man Triathlon

  • Date Sun 18th May 2025
  • Time 9:00AM EST
  • Location Walla Walla, Washington
  • Price $107.00 - $263.50
  • Races 6 races
  • Distances Olympic

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of athleticism and camaraderie at the 31st Annual Onion Man Triathlon on Sunday, May 18, 2025, in the stunning backdrop of Walla Walla. This grassroots event is perfect for triathletes of all levels, from beginners looking to gain experience to seasoned athletes seeking a competitive challenge. Participants will tackle an Olympic Distance race featuring a 1.5K lake swim, a 40K rolling bike course, and an honest 10K run.

With a participant cap of just 300, early registration is essential to secure your spot at this beloved event. Enjoy the scenic bike course, which includes the iconic Five Mile Hill and a scenic loop back to Bennington Lake. Each registration comes with a short-sleeved T-shirt (if registered by April 21), a meal ticket for the post-race celebration, and a complimentary beer from Quirk Brewing in a custom pint glass. This USA Triathlon sanctioned event promises a fun-filled day where athletes can swim hard, ride strong, and run fast, all while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere and community spirit. Don’t miss out—mark your calendars, and let’s make this race a memorable one!

Organiser's Description

Onion Man is a grass roots, affordable, low-key, early season event in beautiful Walla Walla meant to be accessible to all triathletes. This race is for beginners looking to gain experience to elite athletes looking for a competitive, challenging race. Onion Man is also open to team competitors. We wish all of you a safe race and encourage you to get out there and swim hard, ride strong, run fast and most of all, enjoy yourselves!

* THE RACE WILL HAVE A 300 PARTICIPANT CAP! REGISTER EARLY *

The 31st Annual Onion Man Triathlon will be held on SUNDAY, May 18, 2025. The Olympic Distance race held at the base of the Blue Mountains is a 1.5K lake swim, 40K rolling bike, and a 10k honest run.

BIKE COURSE: Will be the same as the 2024 bike course: Five Mile hill, down Russell Creek Road and back with a short out and back extension on Scenic Loop Road, and back to Bennington Lake. In accordance with USAT rules, bar end plugs are required on all bikes.

Registration includes a short-sleeved Tshirt (if you register before Apr 21), a meal ticket to the post race meal, and 1 free beer from Quirk Brewing in a custom pint glass. You may also add-on a beer for non-participants for $5. No day of race registration and no wait list available if race fills. No refunds, transfers and no deferrals.

Onion Man Triathlon race is a USA Triathlon Sanctioned event (Event ID #310427), if you are a USAT member you will need to enter your number on the registration page. If you are not a member you will need to click on one-day license. If you are a USAT member be ready to show your valid Membership Card at packet pick up. Everyone will need to show picture ID as well.

Thank you and let's race !

Races

  • Individual - Olympic Age Group

    Incl. $7.00 Fee & Unisex Short Sleeve T-Shirt

    Sun 18th May 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $107.00

  • Olympic Relay -2 Person

    Incl. $10.00 Fee & Unisex Short Sleeve T-Shirt

    Sun 18th May 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $160.00

  • Olympic Relay - 3 Person

    Incl. $13.50 Fee & Unisex Short Sleeve T-Shirt

    Sun 18th May 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $263.50

  • **Special Teams

    Incl. $7.00 Fee & Unisex Short Sleeve T-Shirt

    Sun 18th May 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $107.00

    Special Teams require the combination of a fully-abled athlete with a disabled athlete. The Special Team will consist of only two (2) persons who should compete in the entire race without any athlete substitutions. The disabled athlete is a person who is incapable of propelling themselves on the course using their own muscle power in any or all of the disciplines. Please email prior to registering for this event category for more information
  • Athena & Clydesdale

    Incl. $7.00 Fee & Unisex Short Sleeve T-Shirt

    Sun 18th May 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $107.00

    Athena is 165lbs Clydesdale is 220lbs
  • Aquabike

    Incl. $7.00 Fee & Unisex Short Sleeve T-Shirt

    Sun 18th May 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $107.00

    Olympic Distance Swim Olympic Distance Bike

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Location

Bennington Lake, 3211 Reservoir Rd, Walla Walla, 99362, WA, United States

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