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Sunday, May 2nd, 2027
Flinchum road, Danbury NC
Ultra
53–74°F · some rain risk
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2026
49–65°F
dry
2025
63–81°F
dry
2024
55–88°F
dry
2023
46–66°F
dry
2022
58–86°F
rain
2021
51–81°F
dry
2020
46–72°F
dry
2019
62–83°F
dry
2018
51–81°F
dry
2017
55–74°F
dry
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About this race
Race Overview
You’re not here for ordinary, you’re here for unforgettable.
The Hanging Man was built for athletes who thrive on challenge and live for adventure.
Event Details
- Date: May 2, 2027
- Location: Flinchum Road, Danbury, NC
- URL: Hanging Man Race Page
Race Structure
This is more than a triathlon. It’s a multi-stage endurance experience through some of North Carolina’s most beautiful landscapes. Every stage will push you harder. Every finish will make you stronger. And by the end, you won’t just have finished…you’ll have conquered.
Race Stages
- Biking: We kick things off at the Green Heron Ale House with a 30-mile bike ride that includes climbing the challenging Sauratown Mountain Road.
- First Run: Transition to the first run, heading up to the Hanging Rock bluffs trail toward the lake.
- Swimming: Complete a 500-yard swim across the lake, followed by a second 500-yard crossing.
- Final Challenges: A swim in the Dan River followed by the last run back to the Green Heron Ale House for celebrations.
Scenic Experience
This is more than a triathlon. It’s a multi-stage endurance experience through some of North Carolina’s most beautiful landscapes—designed for those who want to push past limits and soak in every breathtaking mile.
Are You Ready?
Are you ready to conquer The Hanging Man?
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