Triathlon
Long Course
30.1 km
Start: Aug 3, 04:30 AM
Brewhouse Triathlon
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Triathlon in United States, Island Lake / Duluth
Distances
Triathlon
Short Course
14 km
Start: Aug 3, 04:30 AM
About
Minnesota’s oldest and most popular triathlon, set at Island Lake with a pristine swim, scenic bike course, and run with multiple aid stations. The event emphasizes safety, scenic routes, and a spectator-friendly experience.
Catering & aid stations
On-course aid stations offering water and sports drinks; no specific food service detailed.
Pacers
Pacemaker lines are defined for "Renntag für Laufende" with target times per start wave and "Pacerflaggen" visible on the course. Registered athletes should follow wave start times; pacers will be present to help maintain target pacing.
Results
View official resultsTypical weather in Island Lake / Duluth
Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).
Jan20°8°
↑ 07:50
↓ 16:46
Feb22°10°
↑ 07:14
↓ 17:33
Mar34°22°
↑ 07:21
↓ 19:15
Apr44°32°
↑ 06:21
↓ 19:57
May57°44°
↑ 05:34
↓ 20:37
Jun68°55°
↑ 05:14
↓ 21:05
Jul76°64°
↑ 05:30
↓ 21:00
Aug75°63°
↑ 06:08
↓ 20:20
Sep68°57°
↑ 06:48
↓ 19:21
Oct53°44°
↑ 07:27
↓ 18:22
Nov40°31°
↑ 07:13
↓ 16:35
Dec26°16°
↑ 07:48
↓ 16:21
What's included in entry
- Swim
- Bike
- Run
- Aid stations on run and bike
- Chip-timed results
FAQ
Is the lake clean?
Yes — the lake is known to be one of the cleanest lakes in northern Minnesota; water temperature is typically low-to-mid 70°F (≈21–24°C).
Is the bike course smooth?
The bike course is ~75% smooth tar, with some rolling hills — fast but not overly challenging.
Is the course hilly?
The run course is mostly flat tar and very spectator-friendly; the bike course includes rolling hills.
Who can I talk to about triathlon training?
Email Ramjet Events (contact@brewhousetriathlon.com) or reach out to Rod Raymond and Matt Evans for training plans.
Is the swim safe?
Yes — multiple lifeguards in the water, plus kayaks, jet skis, and boats support the swim; wetsuits are allowed per USA Triathlon guidelines.
Will my time be adjusted for a late start?
Chip timing is used: your time starts with your wave and stops at the finish. No manual adjustment is needed.
Where can I stay?
Duluth and the North Shore are popular; most hotels are within 15 miles of Island Lake. See visitduluth.com or visitsuperior.com for lodging.
Last updated: May 31, 2026, 01:02:52 PM
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