2026 Block Island Sprint Triathlon

Event Overview

• Registration Limit: THIS EVENT IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 500 WHO REGISTER.
• Sell Out Warning: IT MAY SELL OUT!
• Race Description: The Island's largest and most popular race begins with a 1/4 mile open water ocean swim: followed by 12 miles of biking over rolling hills with breathtaking views of the island. The last stretch is a 4 mile run on beautiful Crescent Beach.
• Contact Information: Questions? Call Dave or Mac 401-466-3223. Email: dsniffen@newshorehamri.gov.

Event Details and Schedule

• Start Time: The race begins at 9:00 a.m.
• Transportation: There is a 6:00 a.m. boat departing Point Judith race morning. If you aren't on the island Friday night, you will be required to take this boat. Please don't forget to buy a ticket for your bike.
• Reservations: If you plan on being on the island Friday night, make reservations now.
• Cancellation Policy: If the ferry is cancelled race day, or there is severe weather: the race will be cancelled. Race fee is non-refundable.

Important Safety Information

• Roads: Roads are NOT closed during the bike portion.
• Helmet Requirement: Helmets for the bike portion of the race are MANDATORY!
• Disqualification: Anyone not wearing a helmet for ANY portion of the bike segment will be disqualified!
• Registration Policy: There will be NO day of registration. The last day to register for this event will be Thursday July 31st online only!

Packet Pickup Information

• Pickup Schedule: Packet pickup will be held from 5 to 6 PM Friday July 31st and on Saturday August 1st from 7 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. at Fred Benson Town Beach.
• Covid Protocols: Covid restrictions may be in place at the time of the race. All participants must follow the established Covid protocols that are in place at race time or they will not be allowed to participate.
• Ferry Tickets: To purchase Ferry Tickets for the 6 a.m. ferry go to: www.blockislandferry.com
• Special Charter: Tickets for the special charter go on sale a few weeks before the race, check the website for availability. This boat is a special charter and won’t be on their normal schedule.

Race Registration Link

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