Ugly Dog Triathlon

Saturday, July 27, 2024 Past event

9:30 AM EDT

Grass Lake, Michigan

$55.00–$239.00 · 12 races

Ultra, Sprint, Olympic

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of outdoor adventure at the Ugly Dog Triathlon, happening on Saturday, July 27, 2024, in the picturesque Grass Lake, Jackson, Michigan! This exciting event, set in the stunning Waterloo Recreation Area, features the original gravel triathlon experience. Participants can choose from a variety of race distances, including super sprint, sprint, and Olympic distance triathlons, as well as aqua bike, duathlon, and relay options. With 12 different events available, there’s something for every fitness level and competitive spirit!

The race kicks off with a refreshing swim in Big Portage Lake, followed by an exhilarating bike ride along scenic gravel roads, and wraps up with an invigorating trail run. Embrace the spirit of camaraderie and competition as you enjoy this unique race environment where drafting rules are relaxed, and aerobars are not permitted. Don’t forget to secure your spot by providing your USA Triathlon Membership number or purchasing a One Day Pass for just $15. Join us at the Ugly Dog Triathlon for a day filled with fun, fitness, and fantastic memories!

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Races

Olympic Triathlon

Includes T-Shirt

1500m swim/50k bike/10k run

9:00 AM EDT

$199.00

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Sprint Triathlon

Includes T-Shirt

750m swim/20k bike/5k run

9:30 AM EDT

$159.00

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Super Sprint Triathlon

Includes T-Shirt

300m Swim/10k Bike/2.5k Run

9:30 AM EDT

$119.00

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Olympic Duathlon

Includes T-Shirt

2.5k run/50k bike/10k run

9:00 AM EDT

$189.00

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Sprint Duathlon

Includes T-Shirt

2.5k run/20k bike/5k run

9:30 AM EDT

$149.00

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Super Sprint Duathlon

Includes T-Shirt

1.5k Run/10k Bike/1.5k Run

9:30 AM EDT

$109.00

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Olympic Aquabike

Includes T-Shirt

1500m swim/50k bike

9:00 AM EDT

$189.00

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Sprint Aquabike

Includes T-Shirt

750m swim/20k bike

9:30 AM EDT

$149.00

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Super Sprint Aquabike

Includes T-Shirt

300m Swim/10k Bike

9:30 AM EDT

$109.00

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Olympic Relay

Includes T-Shirt

1500m swim/50k bike/10k run

9:00 AM EDT

$239.00

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Sprint Relay

Includes T-Shirt

750m swim/20k bike/5k run

9:30 AM EDT

$199.00

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Ugly Dog Virtual Event
Virtual

Includes T-Shirt

For those athletes that are unable to race in-person with us, we are pleased to offer a virtual option that runs the entire month of July: Ugly Dog Virtual. You pick the distance, the venue and when you are going to do your event. This is an untimed, on your own effort.

9:30 AM EDT

$55.00

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Organiser's description

UGLY DOG GRAVEL TRI: THE ORIGINAL GRAVEL TRIATHLON

Ugly Dog is based out of Waterloo Recreation Area in Grass Lake, Michigan. The race begins with a swim in Big Portage Lake followed by a bike ride on amazing gravel roads, and finished with a trail run.

This event offers super sprint, sprint, and olympic distance triathlons, aqua bike, duathlon, and relay. With 12 different events there is something for everyone!

In the spirit of bike racing, drafting rules will not be enforced in the Ugly Dog events and aerobars are not allowed.

USA Triathlon Membership/One-Day Pass
You will be asked to enter your current USAT Membership number during checkout. USAT Membership or One Day Pass is required to participate in this USAT Sanctioned event. One Day Pass fee is $15.

The venue for this event requires either a Michigan Recreation passport on your vehicle or a $10 one day parking pass to purchase onsite.