SOS Triathlon

SOS Triathlon The Survival of the Shawangunks is a triathlon held in the town of New Paltz, New York.

It is unusual in that it has seven transitions among the three racing modalities, compared to the two that are typical for the sport (switching from swimming to bicycling, and then from bicycling to running). Self-sufficiency in this race that culminates with a thousand-foot climb to the finish line is celebrated; participants must carry their running shoes as they swim and may only have a single person assist them during the competition. The course contains the following:
Leg 1: 30 mile bike
Leg 2: 4.5 mile trail run
Leg 3: 1.1 mile swim of Lake Awosting
Leg 4: 5.5 mile trail run
Leg 5: .75 mile swim of Lake Minnewaska
Leg 6: 8 mile trail run
Leg 7: .5 mile swim of Lake Mohonk
Leg 8: .7 mile trail up to top of Mohonk Mountain

One week ago, we celebrated 40 years of SOS đź’™What an unforgettable day. Thank you to every athlete, volunteer, sponsor, ...
09/06/2026

One week ago, we celebrated 40 years of SOS đź’™

What an unforgettable day. Thank you to every athlete, volunteer, sponsor, and supporter who made our 40th one to remember.

And now… the road to 2027 begins. 🏔️

2027 Early Bird Registration is officially OPEN! Secure your spot now at the discounted Early Bird price before regular registration opens on Halloween.

Will we see you at the Survivor Line in 2027?

đź”— Register here: https://www.movemint.cc/events/sos_triathlon_2027

Photo Credit : 📸 Jamie Kennard Liz Degen Photography

Thank you Travis Mundell and Triathlete Magazine for this super awesome article. This captures the Spirit of the SOS per...
09/04/2026

Thank you Travis Mundell and Triathlete Magazine for this super awesome article. This captures the Spirit of the SOS perfectly.

The Survival of the Shawangunks is an eight-stage adventure race that involves more logistics, more pacing, and more grit than most races. But at the same time, it packs more history, community, and camaraderie into one event than almost anything else we’ve seen.
Here’s what happened when we sent our social media guy to try to survive all eight stages on its 40th anniversary - and why you might want to head to “The Gunks” yourself, if you dare.
Link in comments for the full story.

What an unforgettable 40th Anniversary! đź’™A huge THANK YOU to every athlete, volunteer, sponsor, supporter, and member of...
09/01/2026

What an unforgettable 40th Anniversary! đź’™

A huge THANK YOU to every athlete, volunteer, sponsor, supporter, and member of the SOS community who made the 40th Anniversary SOS Triathlon such an incredible success.

We couldn’t do this without you. Here’s to 40 years of adventure, community, and crossing the Survivor Line!

HAPPY RACE DAY!!! Good luck to all athletes today! See you at the SURVIVOR LINE!🌄
08/30/2026

HAPPY RACE DAY!!! Good luck to all athletes today! See you at the SURVIVOR LINE!🌄

Track your athletes with the following link!
08/30/2026

Track your athletes with the following link!

The SOS Triathlon is on Sunday August 30, 2026.

08/29/2026

THIS IS IT. 🔥

40 years of SOS. 50.8 miles. One legendary Survivor Line.

Race weekend starts NOW. 🏔️

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