2026 Optimism Cal Tri Newport Dunes - 11.1.26

🏊‍♂️ Event Overview

2026 Optimism Cal Tri Newport Dunes - 11.1.26. Started in 1978 as the Human Race Triathlon, Cal Tri Newport Dunes is the longest running triathlon in the world operating from the same location. Also started in 1978 was the Ironman World Championship Triathlon Oahu but it moved to Kailua-Kona, Hawaii in 1981. This serves as the Cal Tri Events National Championship Race with registration in the 1500-2000 range.

🏅 Event Options

12 EVENT OPTIONS

• Types: 6 Olympic distance events (Triathlon, RunBikeRun, SwimBike, SwimRun, 1640 Yard Swim & 10K Run) and 6 Sprint distance events (Triathlon, RunBikeRun, SwimBike, SwimRun, 400 yard Swim & 5K Run).
• Triathlon: swim + bike + run.
• Distances: Typically, the swim and run distances are standard but the bike distance varies from race to race.
• Course Maps: Check out the course maps for more detailed information.

✈️ Travel Resources

TO DO: Disneyland Park & California Adventure Park, Balboa Island Ferry, Newport Beach

🌡️ Airport Information

AIRPORT: John Wayne (SNA)

🌡️ Weather Conditions

• AIR TEMPERATURE (AVG): 60 F / 73 F
• WATER TEMPERATURE (AVG): 65 F. Wetsuit legal.
• DISCOUNT CODE: Use the 20% CALTRI2025 discount code at blueseventy. Note: Fusion wetsuits not eligible for discount.

💻 More Information

For further details about the race, visit the official link: Cal Tri Newport Dunes Event Page.