TRI Columbus

AUG
8
2026
Experience a multisport event in the scenic Tipton Lakes neighborhood of Columbus. Choose between a sprint triathlon featuring a lake swim or a duathlon consisting of running and country road cycling.
Sat 8 Aug 2026
5k Run Sprint Clydesdale/athena Sprint Tri Sprint Male Team Sprint Female Team

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-TRI Columbus

The -TRI Columbus is a multisport athletics event held in Columbus, Indiana. Located within the Tipton Lakes neighborhood, the venue is situated approximately eight minutes from the I-65 Columbus/Bloomington exit. This event was brought back by the Columbus Running Club and was previously known as the Columbus Challenge Triathlon.

Participants can choose from several categories and formats, including individual and team options. The triathlon consists of a 500m swim in Tipton Lakes featuring a time trial start, followed by a 13.5 mile bike segment through the countryside, and finishes with a 5k run. The duathlon format includes a 5k run, a 13.5 mile bike segment, and a second 5k run.

The following events are available:

  • Sprint Tri
  • Sprint Duathlon
  • Sprint Clydesdale/Athena
  • Sprint Male Team
  • Sprint Coed Team
  • Sprint Female Team

The event location is at 6000 Tipton Lakes Blvd. The competition is designed to accommodate spectators throughout the course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

14 mi
Sprint Clydesdale/athena
14 mi
Sprint Tri
14 mi
Sprint Male Team
14 mi
Sprint Female Team
14 mi
Sprint Coed Team
5 km
5k Run
Sprint Duathlon