Stafford Race for HOPE Triathlon
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Stafford Race for HOPE Triathlon, Duathlon, & Aquabike
This is a multisport race day on June 14, 2026 at Manahawkin Lake Park III in Manahawkin, New Jersey. The program includes individual and relay events in triathlon, duathlon, and aquabike formats organized by Trident Multisport with race scoring by DQ Events.
Registration is digital; there are no paper applications and cash is not accepted for advance entry. Athletes must pick up their own packets and present photo identification. Annual USAT members must bring their membership ID. There is no pre race packet pickup the day before; packet pickup and race day registration are handled at the venue.
The course is described as flat. The swim takes place in a deep freshwater lake, the bike uses freshly paved roads, and the run follows the lake road through the Deer Lake Park neighborhood as an out and back.
Distances include:
- Triathlon: 1/4 mile swim, 12 mile bike, 5k run
- Duathlon: 2 mile run, 12 mile bike, 5k run
- Aquabike: 1/4 mile swim, 12 mile bike
T shirts are provided to the first 200 entries and a custom finishers medal is awarded to all multisport finishers. Awards include overall and age group placings, Clydesdale and Athena divisions, and relay categories. Standard USAT rules apply including photo ID, active membership, no drafting limits, helmet requirements, and prohibition of headphones. Events proceed rain or shine and the promoter may alter or cancel events. Transfers, deferrals, and refunds are processed through Runsignup as specified. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
