-TRI Columbus
Sat, Aug 8, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT
- Location
- Columbus, IN
- 6000 Tipton Lakes Blvd, 47201
- Type
- TRIATHLON
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At a glance
Double-check key detailsThe beloved TRI Columbus multi-sport event is back, inviting athletes to swim, bike, and run through scenic Tipton Lakes and country roads.
- Fun
- Scenic
- Competitive
Fun
Scenic
CompetitiveThe much-loved TRI Columbus returns, offering a multi-sport challenge in beautiful Columbus, Indiana. Set in the Tipton Lakes neighborhood, this event features a triathlon with a 500m swim, a 13.5-mile country bike, and a 5k run. A duathlon option includes two 5k runs flanking the bike segment. Spectators are welcome to cheer on participants in this revived community event.
What to expect
- Experience a 500m time trial swim in Tipton Lakes.
- Cycle 13.5 miles through the surrounding country on a generally flat course.
- Complete a 5k run, with duathlon options featuring two 5k segments.
Standout details
- Swim in Tipton Lakes
- Bike through the country
- Flat terrain
- Spectators encouraged
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Distances & registration
6 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 13.5 Miles
Sat, Aug 8, 8:00 AM EDT · From $69.90
Opens Jan 12, 2026, 3:00 AM EST · Closes Jul 17, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
- 13.5 Miles
Sat, Aug 8, 8:00 AM EDT · From $69.90
Opens Jan 12, 2026, 3:00 AM EST · Closes Jul 17, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
- 13.5 Miles
Sat, Aug 8, 8:00 AM EDT · From $69.90
Opens Jan 12, 2026, 3:00 AM EST · Closes Jul 17, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
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- 13.5 Miles
Sat, Aug 8, 8:00 AM EDT · From $43.40
Opens Jan 12, 2026, 3:00 AM EST · Closes Jul 17, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
- 13.5 Miles
Sat, Aug 8, 8:00 AM EDT · From $43.40
Opens Jan 12, 2026, 3:00 AM EST · Closes Jul 17, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
- 13.5 Miles
Sat, Aug 8, 8:00 AM EDT · From $43.40
Opens Jan 12, 2026, 3:00 AM EST · Closes Jul 17, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
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The course
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From the organizer
TRI Columbus race is located in beautiful Columbus, Indiana in the Tipton Lakes neighborhood. The race is 8 minutes from the I65 Columbus/Bloomington exit. TRI Columbus was formally known as the Columbus Challenge Triathlon which ended in 2018. The Columbus Running Club has brought back the much loved event.
The triathlon event is a 500m swim in Tipton Lakes (time trial start) followed by a 13.5 mile bike through the country and a 5k run. The duathlon is a 5k run, 13.5 mile bike and a 5k run.
Spectators are encouraged to come!
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