Petersburg, IL | Saturday, May 9, 2026TriathlonRegistration Open
The Pioneer Spirit Sprint and Mini triathlon are a mid-spring tri-series that enables seasoned triathletes or beginning triathletes to test out their abilities in a short-distance, heated indoor pool, triathlon. If you take on the Tri-Challenge you participate in the mini-sprint as well as a sprint distance to test your stamina and talent for the triathlon. We are very proud that this event was selected as one of Triathlete’s 2025 Best Beginner Triathlons in the U.S.! 5k: Run/Walk Event (All Ages): 3Mi Run/Walk The 5k will begin at 9:15 am. There will be a gun start. All participants will complete the same route as the running portion of the Sprint Triathlon. Participants will have 2 hours to complete the route. 5k: VIRTUAL Run/Walk Event (All Ages): 3-Mile VIRTUAL Run/Walk Virtual 5k participants will NOT participate on race day. Packets must be picked up locally or pay for shipping on checkout (no international shipping). Participants will have one week (Sunday through Saturday following race day) to submit their results. Virtual participants do not qualify for awards. MINI: Event (All Ages): 100 Yard Pool Swim • 5Mi Bike • 1Mi Run The Mini Triathlon will begin at 8:30 am. The race includes a 100-yard swim, a 5-mile bike ride down a flat rural road, and finishing with a 1-mile run. This event is tailored to the novice triathlete and will serve as a great introduction to triathlon for children and adults. Athena/Clydesdale options are also available for the mini-triathlon. There are no team registrations. SPRINT : Event (Ages 12 & up): 300-Yard Pool Swim • 13Mi Bike • 3.1Mi Run The Sprint Triathlon will begin at 9:30 am. The race includes a 300-yard swim, a 13-mile bike ride on a rolling and flat prairie road, and finishing with a 3.1-mile run through picturesque Petersburg. The run will take you past century-old architectural structures and through a historic cemetery. Athena/Clydesdale options are also available for the sprint triathlon. There are no team reg
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Finish & Transition Area NO BIKE OR GEAR WILL BE REMOVED FROM TRANSITION WITHOUT PROPER IDENTIFICATION/RACE NUMBERS. NO EXCEPTIONS. Security will be provided from 8:30 am until 12:00 pm. All racers are required to read and understand the USAT and equipment waivers. Both must be signed, NO EXCEPTIONS. Food & Refreshments Post race food and snacks will be available for athletes. They will be located either outside or inside weather permitting. Fluids will be available at several locations