New River Trail Challenge Triathlon

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Triathlon in United States, Fosters Falls

Distances

Triathlon
40-mile mountain bike
64.4 km
Start: Sep 19, 04:30 AM
Registration fee: 90.00 USD
Triathlon
13.1-mile run (half marathon)
21.1 km
Start: Sep 20, 07:30 AM
Registration fee: 90.00 USD
Triathlon
12.1-mile kayak
19.5 km
Start: Sep 20, 06:00 AM
Registration fee: 90.00 USD

About

Virginia's longest and longest-running adventure triathlon along the New River Trail, featuring a 40-mile out-and-back mountain bike, a 12.1-mile downriver kayak paddle, and a half marathon run for a total of 65.2 miles. The event is known as a family-friendly, non-technical challenge suitable for beginners and experienced athletes alike.

Catering & aid stations

On-course Verpflegung / aid stations provide food and drink (not Pacemaker lines). Beverages and light snacks available at multiple points along the bike, kayak, and run segments.

Pacers

Pacers set target times per start wave ("Renntag für Laufende") displayed as Pacerflaggen at the transition and race checkpoints; pace lines align with staggered start groups for bikes, kayaks, and runners.

Results

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What's included in entry

Finisher’s medal
Quality microfiber shirt
Awards for top overall and age-group finishers

Snacks and drinks along course
2 beers included with registration
Kayak transport back to launch

Prices & signup

40-mile mountain bike90.00 USD
12.1-mile kayak90.00 USD
13.1-mile run (half marathon)90.00 USD

FAQ

When and where is packet pickup?

Packet pickup is 4pm–8pm Friday before the race or 7am–7:45am race day at the train depot inside Foster Falls State Park.

What are the timing restrictions for each stage?

Bike must reach the kayak transition by 12:30pm; kayak must reach the run transition at Allisonia by 4:00pm; all runners must finish at Foster Falls by 8:00pm.