Cycling
16.2K Bike
16.2 km
Start: May 31, 07:30 AM
Trio Rio Triathlon
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Triathlon in United States, Albuquerque
Distances
Triathlon
5K Run
5 km
Start: May 31, 07:30 AM
Triathlon
225m Swim
0.2 km
Start: May 31, 07:30 AM
About
Kick off summer at the Trio Rio Triathlon, a fast, fun, and beginner-friendly reverse triathlon set in the heart of Albuquerque! Taking place at the beautiful Rio Grande Outdoor Pool, event flips the traditional format: athletes start with the run, transition to the bike, and finish in the pool. In addition to an individual sprint, a 2–3 person relay is offered.
Catering & aid stations
One water station accessible on every lap at Rio Grande Pool; aid stations in the transition area.
Pacers
Start waves target 7:30am MDT. Athletes must show valid ID during packet pick up. Not possible to use a pacer in this event under USAT rules.
Typical weather in Albuquerque
Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).
Jan47°27°
↑ 07:15
↓ 17:18
Feb53°30°
↑ 06:54
↓ 17:49
Mar63°38°
↑ 07:17
↓ 19:15
Apr72°45°
↑ 06:34
↓ 19:40
May81°54°
↑ 06:03
↓ 20:04
Jun91°65°
↑ 05:53
↓ 20:23
Jul92°69°
↑ 06:05
↓ 20:22
Aug90°66°
↑ 06:28
↓ 19:56
Sep83°60°
↑ 06:51
↓ 19:14
Oct71°48°
↑ 07:14
↓ 18:32
Nov58°37°
↑ 06:43
↓ 17:02
Dec47°29°
↑ 07:09
↓ 16:57
What's included in entry
- Technical race shirt
- Official swim cap
- Chip-timed race bib
- Professionally chip-timed results
FAQ
What is the race format and distance breakdown?
Individual Sprint Triathlon: 5K Run, 16.2K Bike, 225m Swim. There is also a 2–3 Person Sprint Relay option.
When and where is packet pick up?
Friday, May 29, 3–6PM at Trek Bicycles (5000 Menaul Blvd NE, Suite A, Albuquerque, NM 87110). Highly encouraged; bring photo ID.
What is the time limit for the event?
No time limit, but participants are highly encouraged to complete everything within 3 hours.
Is there on-course nutrition and what should I bring?
One water station available on every lap at Rio Grande Pool. Recommended to leave valuables in the car and bring a change of clothes for the swim.
Last updated: Jun 5, 2026, 11:51:02 PM
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