Onion Man Triathlon
- Date Sun 18th May 2025
- Time 9:00AM PDT
- Location Walla Walla, Washington
- Price $107.00 - $284.50
- Races 6 races
- Distances Olympic
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of athleticism and camaraderie at the 31st Annual Onion Man Triathlon, taking place on Sunday, May 18, 2025, in the stunning Walla Walla, Washington. This grassroots event is designed to accommodate everyone from beginners eager to dip their toes into the world of triathlons to elite athletes seeking a competitive challenge. The triathlon features an Olympic Distance race that includes a 1.5K lake swim, a 40K rolling bike course, and a 10K run that promises to test your limits.
With a participant cap of just 300, early registration is highly encouraged to secure your spot in this exciting event. The bike course offers a scenic route that showcases the beauty of the Blue Mountains, making it a delightful experience for both competitors and spectators alike. Registration includes a stylish short-sleeved T-shirt (for those who sign up before April 29), a meal ticket for a post-race feast, and even a complimentary beer from Quirk Brewing in a custom pint glass. Join us for a day filled with sportsmanship, fun, and the thrill of competition at the Onion Man Triathlon, where you can swim hard, ride strong, and run fast
With a participant cap of just 300, early registration is highly encouraged to secure your spot in this exciting event. The bike course offers a scenic route that showcases the beauty of the Blue Mountains, making it a delightful experience for both competitors and spectators alike. Registration includes a stylish short-sleeved T-shirt (for those who sign up before April 29), a meal ticket for a post-race feast, and even a complimentary beer from Quirk Brewing in a custom pint glass. Join us for a day filled with sportsmanship, fun, and the thrill of competition at the Onion Man Triathlon, where you can swim hard, ride strong, and run fast
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 basically 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. The only change is that the course will not run through the Walla Walla Community College and instead continue straight on Tausick Way and turn right onto E. Isaacs Ave. In accordance with USAT rules, bar end plugs are required on all bikes.
Registration includes a short-sleeved Tshirt (if you register before Apr 29), 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 !
* 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 basically 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. The only change is that the course will not run through the Walla Walla Community College and instead continue straight on Tausick Way and turn right onto E. Isaacs Ave. In accordance with USAT rules, bar end plugs are required on all bikes.
Registration includes a short-sleeved Tshirt (if you register before Apr 29), 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
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Individual - Olympic Age Group
Incl. $7.90 Fee & Unisex Short Sleeve T-Shirt
Sun 18th May 2025 (9:00AM PDT)
$122.90
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Olympic Relay -2 Person
Incl. $11.20 Fee & Unisex Short Sleeve T-Shirt
Sun 18th May 2025 (9:00AM PDT)
$181.20
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Olympic Relay - 3 Person
Incl. $14.50 Fee & Unisex Short Sleeve T-Shirt
Sun 18th May 2025 (9:00AM PDT)
$284.50
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**Special Teams
Incl. $7.00 Fee & Unisex Short Sleeve T-Shirt
Sun 18th May 2025 (9:00AM PDT)
$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. $7.90 Fee & Unisex Short Sleeve T-Shirt
Sun 18th May 2025 (9:00AM PDT)
$122.90
Athena is 165lbs Clydesdale is 220lbs -
Aquabike
Incl. $7.90 Fee & Unisex Short Sleeve T-Shirt
Sun 18th May 2025 (9:00AM PDT)
$122.90
Olympic Distance Swim Olympic Distance Bike
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