New River Trail Challenge
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New River Trail Challenge : Max Meadows, VA
The New River Trail Challenge takes place on Saturday, September 19, 2026, in Max Meadows, VA (116 Orphanage Dr, 24360). The event is a three-stage triathlon held along and in the New River. The trail is described as flat with a crushed cinder surface, and the river normally flows smoothly with small rapids. Stage distances are:
- 40 miles - out-and-back bike leg
- 12.1 miles - downriver kayak paddle
- 13.1 miles - half marathon run
The three stages total 65.2 miles.
Race format, entry and rules
Participants may compete solo or in teams of two or three. The race is limited to 300 entrants. Event categories listed include individual and relay entries; published registration fees are $90 for the individual event and $240 for the relay event. Solo competitors and teams with at least two students or faculty members from the same university qualify for a collegiate discount registration fee. Sponsors' teams are eligible for a special award. Organizers provide rules and guidelines covering stage meeting times, transitions, course details, water and aid stations, and other requirements. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
