Hilton Head Beach Bum Triathlon
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Event overview
The Hilton Head BEACH BUM Triathlon & Duathlon takes place on June 20, 2026 in Hilton Head Island, SC, at Coligny Beach Park. The event offers three main entries: Triathlon - Individual (price listed at $60), Triathlon - Team Relay (price listed at $75), and Duathlon - Individual (price listed at $60). Prices increase after December 31, 2025. Awards are presented by gender and age divisions for the triathlon and by gender for the duathlon; award recipients must be present to collect prizes and awards are not mailed.
Course, rules and logistics
The race is held largely on the hard, flat beach with the swim in the ocean. Transition is on the beach; bike racks are unnumbered and used first come - first serve. Only participants may enter the fenced transition area. Bikes may not be stored overnight. Participants must run their bikes to the transition entrance before mounting and must dismount at the transition entrance after the bike leg. Swim caps are provided and must be worn. The swim is a mass start with three yellow buoys; swimmers should stay outside the buoys and can signal for help if needed. Headphones are not allowed during the bike and run. Wetsuits are allowed. Solo triathletes must be at least 15 years old on race day; team members may be younger for bike or run legs. Rental bikes can be requested during registration and will be delivered race morning and returned to the same spot after the race. Preliminary and final results are emailed and final results are posted online. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- Triathlon: 500 m swim, 6 mi bike, 3 mi run
- Duathlon: 1.5 mi run, 6 mi bike, 3 mi run