4rd Annual Rock the Rind — Tall City Triathlon COM Aquatics | Midland, TX Saturday, June 27, 2026 ♂️ 500M Swim | ♂️ 11-Mile Bike | ♂️ 3.1-Mile Run Sprint Triathlon | Individual + Relay Options Post-Race Family Swim Party Midland’s Summer Triathlon Tradition Is Back The Athletic Company is proud to bring back the 4th Annual Rock the Rind — Tall City Triathlon as part of The Athletic Event Series . This sprint-distance triathlon is built for the whole community — from first-time triathletes ready to take on a new challenge, to experienced athletes looking for a fun summer race, to relay teams bringing friends, family, or co-workers together. This year, we’re keeping the summer energy going with watermelon, movement, family fun, and a post-race swim party at COM Aquatics. Race Overview Rock the Rind is a sprint-distance triathlon featuring: ♂️ 500 meter swim ♂️ 11 mile bike ♂️ 3.1 mile run The race begins at COM Aquatics , with the transition area located in the parking lot. Individual and relay options are both available. As part of The Athletic Event Series , we are proud to host an event that gives individuals the opportunity to challenge themselves, build camaraderie, and support the COM Aquatics team and community. Why You’ll Love This Race Summer feels, watermelon, and all the goodness of triathlon ♂️ Great first triathlon for rookies ♂️ Individual and relay options available ♂️ Sprint distance format Post-race family swim party A fun challenge for friends, families, and co-workers Place COM Aquatics 3003 N A Street Midland, TX 79705 Race Details Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026 Location: COM Aquatics, 3003 N A Street, Midland, TX 79705 ⏰ Race Day Schedule Packet and Chip Pick-Up: 6:15 AM – 7:15 AM Pool Warm-Up: 7:15 AM – 7:35
Sprint Triathlon- Single: Event Shirt
Sprint Triathlon- Relay: Event Shirt
| Distance | Price | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sprint Triathlon- Single | $90.00 | Feb 18 | Jun 27 |
| Sprint Triathlon- Relay | $140.00 | Feb 18 | Jun 27 |
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 106 | 1:25:05 | 57:02 |
| 2023 | 73 | 1:15:14 | 43:24 |
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 13 | 1:16:40 | 53:56 |
| 2023 | 10 | 1:04:42 | 52:50 |
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