2026 Palouse Sprint Triathlon and Duathlon

2026 Palouse Sprint Triathlon and Duathlon

The Palouse Sprint Triathlon is a sprint distance triathlon held in Moscow, Idaho every fall. The race distance and environment are perfect for beginners, families, and fitness enthusiasts alike. The PST is also a great race for triathletes looking to finish their season with a fast performance.

Team Participation

Not quite ready to do entire race? Get together with two friends and enter as a team. Whatever you do, give it a TRI!!!

Duathlon Addition

In 2019, we added a sprint distance duathlon to run simultaneously with a 2.5K run, 15K Bike, and 5K run.

Benefiting Organizations

Proceeds from the race benefit the following community organizations:

• Moscow Chinooks Masters Swim Club: Supporting local swimming initiatives.
• Moscow Central Lions Club Sight and Hearing Program: Providing essential services for the community.
• University of Idaho Vandal Cycling Club: Promoting cycling and fitness among students.
• Moscow High School Environmental and International Clubs: Encouraging student engagement in environmental and global issues.

Event Details and Schedule

For the sprint triathlon, enjoy a refreshing 500 yard swim in an outdoor 25 yard pool, then head out on a 15K ride on a paved road past gently sloping wheat fields, and finish it off with a 5K run. Athletes will be organized into one of eight swim heats based on their estimated overall finish time. Slower athletes will be seeded into one of the earlier heats, faster athletes in one of the later heats. First swim heat starts at 7:00 am with the following heats starting at 20 minute intervals.

Sanctioning and Membership

The event is sanctioned by USA Triathlon. A one-day USAT license must be purchased or proof of annual USAT membership provided.

Event Registration

For more details and to register for the race, visit this link.