Santa Barbara Triathlon & Beach Festival
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Event Overview
The Santa Barbara Triathlon & Beach Festival is a multisport event established in 1981. Located at East Beach and the Cabrillo Bathhouse in Santa Barbara, the event features a variety of courses that utilize the Pacific Ocean and the local coastal landscape. Participants navigate a route that offers views of the Channel Islands and the Santa Ynez Mountains.
Course Details
The event includes different disciplines and distances to accommodate various athletic interests. The swim portions take place in the Pacific Ocean, while the bike segments include technical climbs and fast straight sections. The final run segments are held along the beachfront.
Distances and Formats
Participants can choose from a wide range of event categories:
- SB 45 and SB 45 Relay
- SB 35 Aquabike
- SB 25
- SB 10, including Duathlon, Women Only, and Parent / Child options
- 5k Beach Run
- One Mile Ocean Swim
The festival also provides specific training plans and features neighborhood aid stations supported by volunteers. Music and refreshments are provided at the finish line area. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
