Matt Mason "Cowboy UP" Triathlon
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2026 Matt Mason "Cowboy UP" Triathlon/Duathlon
The event takes place on Sunday, July 26, 2026, at Smithville Lake Crow's Creek Park, Shelter 5, Smithville, MO 64089. The race was established to honor and support the lives of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice and to support their families. It includes triathlon and duathlon formats, relay options, and a virtual runner entry.
Courses and event details
- Short Course Duathlon: 1.5 mile run, 11 mile bike (2 laps), 5K run (shotgun start)
- Short Course Triathlon: 500 meter swim (time trial start), 11 mile bike (2 laps), 5K run
- Long Course Triathlon: 1,000 meter swim (time trial start), 18.8 mile bike (4 laps), 10K run
Swim starts use a time trial format with athletes entering the water approximately every three seconds; the swim course is clockwise. Run courses are described as mostly flat and out-and-back. After exiting transition it is about 1.6 miles to reach Highway E; short course riders complete two loops and long course riders complete four loops. There is a timing box on the bike course and water stations on the run course - short course athletes pass two stations and long course athletes pass five stations. Age group and overall awards are given for men and women in both short and long course triathlon and duathlon. Packet and course maps are provided to participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
