Eagle in the Sun Triathlon
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Eagle in the Sun Triathlon : El Paso, TX
The Eagle in the Sun Triathlon takes place on September 20, 2026, at 6900 Delta, El Paso, TX 79905. The event is a multisport competition with individual and relay options. The swim is held in a 50-meter pool and the bike course is an out-and-back route on the Border Highway described as mostly flat. The run takes place on the Playa Drain Trail. The first 600 participants are guaranteed a moisture-wicking race shirt, athlete bag, water bottle, and swim cap. All participants receive post-race snacks and drinks, an interactive race day Expo, chip timing, and a finisher medal.
Race format and distances
- Individual: 400 m swim, 12 mi bike, 3 mi run
- Aquabike: 400 m swim, 12 mi bike
- Bike-Run: 12 mi bike, 3 mi run
- Run/Walk: 3 mi run
- Relays: 2-person Relay, 3-person Relay
Registration, rules and awards
The event is USA Triathlon (USAT) sanctioned and USAT rules apply; all athletes must be USAT members. One-event USAT membership fees are listed for individuals and relay teams. Minimum age for the individual triathlon and aquabike is 12 years. Children under 12 may join relay teams as swimmers or runners but may not cycle; a minimum age of 6 years is noted. Relay teams consist of two or three people who together complete swim, bike, and run. Awards include top male and female overall and age-group and Clydesdale/Athena category awards. Registrations are non-refundable and non-transferable. Packet pickup is scheduled on the days before the race at two local locations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
