Escape from Fort Desoto Triathlon
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Escape From Fort Desoto Triathlon/Duathlon
The Escape From Fort Desoto Triathlon/Duathlon is a multisport event held at Fort DeSoto, 3500 Pinellas Bayway S., St Petersburg, FL 33715. The event in 2026 marks the 40th anniversary and offers multiple sprint format competitions including sprint triathlon, sprint duathlon, sprint aqua bike, and relay divisions.
The event is USAT sanctioned and will use a closed course within the park during racing. Awards are presented across overall and age group categories for male and female competitors; age groups include junior, standard adult brackets, and masters categories such as 40+, 50+, 60+, 70+, with specific award structures for the aqua bike division.
Organizers provide packet pickup options including race morning and earlier pickup at PlayTri in St Petersburg. Participants must present photo identification and proof of current USAT membership or purchase a one day license if needed. A designated relay team member may pick up all team packets when authorized. Results and finish line services are managed by Florida Road Race Management.
Event inclusions announced for 2026 include free T shirts for participants beginning January 1, 2026, a new giveaway for the first 275 registrants, and complimentary hot food and beer as part of the event celebration. The race may be canceled or rescheduled for safety reasons with no refund of entry fees except prepaid USAT fees. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.