Thurmond Triathlon
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Event overview
The Thurmond Triathlon is held in Thurmond, West Virginia at the Dun Glen Pavilion, 174 Main Street. The event features three registration categories: Solo, Duo, and Team (3+). All participants complete the biking, paddling, and running sections of the course. Chip timing, water stations, finisher medals for kids, a short-sleeve event t-shirt (register by 6/1 to guarantee size), and post-race snacks and lunch are provided. Proceeds support Active Southern West Virginia.
Course and equipment
The course includes these segments:
- Bike: 2 miles (Historic Thurmond Depot to Stonecliff) on pavement and gravel.
- Paddle: 1.5 miles (Stonecliff back to Dun Glen Day Use Area) on moving river water with small whitewater rapids and obstacles.
- Run: 2 miles (from Dun Glen area, cross Thurmond bridge, loop around historic Thurmond, finish at Dun Glen) on pavement and gravel.
Participants must provide their own bike, helmet, paddle, and PFD/lifejacket unless renting a watercraft. Helmets are required for both biking and paddling. No e-bikes are allowed; a mountain or hybrid bike is recommended. Watercraft must be self-propelled and no longer than 12 feet, or a rental may be selected. Rental options listed: Single Duckie $35, Double Duckie $45. Equipment should be labeled with the race number. The course is marked with directional arrows; watch for trains and CSX railroad tracks.
Registration and awards
Registration is offered for Solo, Duo, and Team (3+) with phased pricing that increases closer to the event; race-day prices are Solo $50, Duo $60, Team $65. Awards are given to top finishers by age group for Solo and by age/age-composition categories for Duo and Team entries. A paddling safety reminder notes that some paddling experience is recommended and that properly fitted life jackets should be worn while on the river. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
