USPC Draft Legal Triathlon Festival

Saturday, October 25, 2025 Past event

8:00 AM EDT

Troutman, North Carolina

$165.00 · 3 races

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of triathlon racing at the USPC Draft Legal Triathlon Festival on Saturday, October 25, 2025, in the stunning surroundings of Troutman, Iredell, at Lake Norman State Park. This vibrant event features both the Women's Collegiate Triathlon East National Qualifier and an Open Draft Legal Super Sprint, making it a perfect opportunity for athletes of all levels to showcase their skills.

Participants will dive into the clear waters with a sandy beach start, followed by thrilling bike and run courses that wind through the picturesque park. Each lap brings athletes past the race site, providing spectators with an excellent vantage point to cheer on their favorites. With the beautiful fall weather, Lake Norman offers a fantastic backdrop for both competitors and families looking to enjoy a day of outdoor fun. Don't miss out on this unique chance to experience draft legal triathlon racing in the heart of the Carolinas—be sure to book your accommodations early, as this popular event is expected to fill up quickly!

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Races

Women's Collegiate Triathlon East National Qualifier

Incl. $15.00 Fee & Technical T -Shirt

Triathlon: 750 Meter Swim (lake); 19K Bike (rolling hills); 5K Run (rolling hills). Collegiate Women Only

10:00 AM EDT

$165.00

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USPC Draft Legal Triathlon Festival - Open Draft Legal Super Sprint (Men)

Incl. $15.00 Fee & Technical T -Shirt

Triathlon: 500 Meter Swim (lake); 6 Mile Bike (rolling hills); 2 Mile Run (rolling hills). Open Draft Legal

8:00 AM EDT

$165.00

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USPC Draft Legal Triathlon Festival - Open Draft Legal Super Sprint (Women)

Incl. $15.00 Fee & T-Shirt

Triathlon: 500 Meter Swim (lake); 6 Mile Bike (rolling hills); 2 Mile Run (rolling hills). Open Draft Legal

9:00 AM EDT

$165.00

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Organiser's description

The US PERFORMANCE CENTER https://www.usperformancecenter.com Draft Legal Triathlon Festival is a day of collegiate and open draft legal triathlon racing featuring both the Womens Collegiate Triathlon East National Qualifier and an Open Draft Legal Super Sprint. Proudly presented by the Charlotte, NC based US Performance Center and staged out of beautiful LAKE NORMAN STATE PARK https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/lake-norman-state-park, this draft legal triathlon features clear water, rolling courses and great racing. The swim start features a sandy beach start and a crisp, clear lake. The bike and run courses are rolling and stay completely inside the park. Each lap of the bike and run courses bring athletes through the race site, so get ready to watch some great racing!

If you are spectating and bringing the family this is a great time of the year to be in the Carolinas. Lake Norman is home to numerous lodging options and attractions including great trail running and mountain biking in the park. You can learn more about the area HERE. Be sure to book your rooms early as hotels tend to fill up in advance.

This is the East Regional Qualifiers first year at Lake Norman State Park. You can check out video footage from prior years at Sandling Beach, NC or Smith Mountain Lake State Park, VA HERE https://vimeo.com/showcase/9007377.

Please note The DI, DII, DII draft legal races are for Collegiate athletes only!
The Open Draft Legal Super Sprint is open to anyone wanting to try their hand at draft legal triathlon.