Great American Triathlon

08/28/2026

🏃🚴🛶 EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

The Great American Triathlon returns for its 8th annual event on Saturday, July 17, 2027!

Run. Cycle. Paddle. Experience one of Sacramento’s most unique endurance events as you race along the beautiful American River Parkway and carry on a local summer tradition.

👉 Register today and start planning your 2027 adventure!
https://www.greatamericantriathlon.com/

07/22/2026

Congrats to our 1st place overall team, "Double Trouble"!

Runner: Brayden McLaughlin (28:24, 1st overall)
Cyclist: John Hancock (31:10, 3rd overall)
Paddlers: Charlie Willard and John Green II (40:21, 1st overall)

Total time: 1:39:55

07/20/2026

🏆 Five-time Ironwoman Champion! 🏆

Congratulations to Kristi Capello on an incredible performance at this year's Great American Triathlon, capturing the Ironwoman title for the fifth time! Kristi was the fastest Ironwoman for all three legs. 💪🏃🚴🛶

07/20/2026

What happens at the San Juan Rapids... ends up in the photo gallery!

One of the most exciting parts of the Great American Triathlon is taking on the San Juan Rapids—and yesterday, a few paddlers got a little more up close and personal with the American River than they planned!

Here's to everyone who took the splash, climbed back in, and kept racing.

📸: Andy Li

07/19/2026

What a day!

We're proud to carry on the tradition of a summer triathlon on the American River Parkway. Yesterday's Great American Triathlon brought together an incredible community for a day of running, cycling, and paddling. From the excitement at the start line to the energy at the finish and the post-race party, the smiles said it all. ☀️🏃🚴🛶

A huge thank you to every participant, volunteer, sponsor, spectator, and public safety partner who helped make the day such a success. Your enthusiasm and support are what make this event so special year after year.

📸 Free race photos are now available! Find your photos here: https://capital-road-race.photohawk.com/galleries/2026-great-american-triathlon

Congratulations to all of our finishers—we hope to see you back on the American River Parkway next summer!

07/18/2026

The race isn’t over… and neither is the fun! 🇺🇸🏃🚴
Great American Triathlon —it’s more than a race. It’s a community celebration of health, family, friendship, and enjoying one of Sacramento’s beautiful parks.

We’ll keep cheering until every last athlete crosses that finish line! 🎉💙❤️

07/16/2026

🚨 PACKET PICKUP INFO 🚨 We are excited to meet everyone at the Packet Pickup event in River Bend Park, 2300 Rod Beaudry Dr., Rancho Cordova, on Friday, July 17th! Enjoy free parking Friday evening from 4:00pm - 7:00pm as you grab your race packet and shirt, right near the infamous finish line! BONUS: Drewski's Hot Rod Kitchen food truck 🚚 will be in the park with yummy food for purchase!

❓Got questions about the course or transitions? Stop by the Information tent, and meet our course experts.

⚠️ It is STRONGLY recommended that you pick up your packet on Friday. Waiting until race day is discouraged, as you will need to have your race packet and its contents BEFORE you can place your bike or watercraft at the transition locations. Someone can pick up your packet for you, please share your confirmation with them.

👫 If you are on a team, only one person from your team needs to attend packet pickup. They must pick up the entire packet and distribute the contents to their teammates before the start of the race.

📭 If you paid for packet mailing, you do not need to attend packet pickup.

We are looking forward to a great race on Saturday! Have fun! 😎

07/15/2026

🎥 POV: You're racing the Great American Triathlon.

The countdown is almost over! In just a few days, you'll be running, cycling, and paddling your way through one of Sacramento's most unique endurance events.

Check out this POV video from last year's race and start picturing yourself on the course. The excitement is building, and we can't wait to see everyone on the starting line!

📧 Keep an eye on your inbox tomorrow—our pre-race instructions will be sent to all registered participants with everything you need to know for race day.

Who's ready for an epic day on the American River? 🚴🏃🛶

2025 Great American Triathlon Ironperson

07/13/2026

July 18th is going to be EPIC! 🔥 Think you have what it takes to crush it? Lace up, show up, and let's GO — spots are filling fast, so grab yours before they're gone!

https://www.greatamericantriathlon.com/

07/09/2026

Our big event on Sacramento’s American River Parkway is almost here! Let’s talk about swag: Participants get a tech tee, finisher medal, refreshments, a free b**r (21+), and a tasty meal. Post-race revelers can also relax and enjoy live music in the festival area. It’s going to be a great day on the river… we will meet you there!

https://raceroster.com/events/2026/114411/great-american-triathlon