Cal Tri DFW
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Event overview
The 2026 Cal Tri DFW is scheduled for September 27, 2026. The event program lists 18 event options: six Olympic-distance events, six Sprint-distance events, and six Youth Sprint events. Triathlon is defined as swim + bike + run; the organizer notes that swim and run distances are standard while bike distances can vary by race. Youth events are listed as free for ages 7-17 and several youth events show 25 spots available.
Several adult events are listed with prices: many multisport events show a price of $84.59 (including a $5.73 fee). Swim-only and run-only distances such as the 400 yard swim, 1640 yard swim, 5K, and 10K are listed with a price of $26.29 (including a $2.43 fee). A sponsor 10x10 tent option is listed at $526 (including a $26 fee).
Key event formats and example distances:
- Sprint RunBikeRun: 5 km run, 20 km bike, 5 km run
- Olympic RunBikeRun: 5 km run, 40 km bike, 10 km run
- Sprint Swim: 400 yards
- Olympic Swim: 1640 yards
- 5K and 10K runs
Location and conditions
The event location is Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch, 100 PW 4153, Valley View, TX 76272. The page lists Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) as the nearest major airport. Average water temperature is listed as 75 F, and wetsuits are noted as legal. Air temperature is listed as 67 F to 88 F. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
