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Official race websiteAround July 12, Lake Gardner typically runs about 80°F at the surface (78 to 82°F across 2011 to 2020). The water usually runs above 78°F at this date: wetsuits are allowed but make you ineligible for age-group awards.
A model estimate from the USGS lake temperature model (daily surface temperatures for US lakes), not a measurement. Wetsuit cutoffs are USA Triathlon age-group rules. The race's own water temperature reading on race morning decides.
79 High Street, Amesbury, MA 01913
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Aggregated from official results (Bay State Race Services) for DAM SPRINT TRIATHLON + DUATHLON. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
At the 2026 Triathlon, the fastest tenth finished in 1:15:35 or better, the top quarter in 1:21:42, and half the field in 1:32:00; the last tenth came in after 1:58:29.
At the 2026 Duathlon, the fastest tenth finished in 1:21:06 or better, the top quarter in 1:36:16, and half the field in 1:43:53; the last tenth came in after 2:28:51.
At the 2026 Triathlon Relay, the fastest tenth finished in 1:20:17 or better, the top quarter in 1:26:10, and half the field in 1:31:04; the last tenth came in after 1:50:31.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | n/a | 1:22:49 |
| 20-29 | 1:21:23 | 1:13:35 |
| 30-39 | 1:22:38 | 1:13:38 |
| 40-49 | 1:19:50 | 1:08:52 |
| 50-59 | 1:16:57 | 1:08:05 |
| 60-69 | 1:26:03 | 1:19:43 |
| 70+ | 1:52:10 | 1:32:00 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
Where a finish time would have placed in 2026.
At the 2026 Triathlon, the bike decided the most: the middle of the field lost about 7:10 to the top quarter there, 47% of the gap across the three legs.
Compared with a typical sprint triathlon in the US, the median swim here was 3:27 slower, the bike 0:49 faster and the run 2:11 faster (swim lengths differ from race to race).
| Leg | Top 10% | Top 25% | Median | Slowest 25% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swim | 12:28 | 13:47 | 15:37 | 18:19+ |
| T1 | 1:03 | 1:25 | 2:03 | 2:54+ |
| Bike | 37:00 | 40:08 | 44:56 | 50:23+ |
| T2 | 0:38 | 0:49 | 1:13 | 1:40+ |
| Run | 21:17 | 23:20 | 26:54 | 32:46+ |
Each column ranks finishers on that leg alone, from the race's published results. T1 and T2 are transitions.
Compared with a typical duathlon in the US, the median bike here was 4:42 slower.
| Leg | Top 10% | Top 25% | Median | Slowest 25% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T1 | 0:59 | 1:11 | 1:34 | 1:51+ |
| Bike | 36:30 | 41:00 | 48:13 | 51:01+ |
| T2 | 0:49 | 0:59 | 1:22 | 1:43+ |
Each column ranks finishers on that leg alone, from the race's published results. T1 and T2 are transitions.
About the same size since 2025.
All events combined, from official results.
From 2025 to 2026, the field went from 271 to 253 finishers, and the median time rose from 1:30:26 to 1:32:00.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 253 (-7%) | 1:32:00 | under 1:15:35 | 58:57 |
| 2025 | 271 | 1:30:26 | under 1:15:23 | 1:00:33 |
From each year's official results for the Sprint Triathlon; virtual options are left out.
About average for US sprint triathlons
The fastest quarter of the 2026 sprint triathlon field finished under 1:21:42, against 1:24:13 in a typical US sprint triathlon, so times here are about average.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
What the organizers of DAM SPRINT TRIATHLON + DUATHLON cover on their registration page, in brief.
Schedule and packet pickup
Pre-Race Packet Pickup. Saturday, July 11th from 12-3pm at the Juice House in Amesbury, MA (21 Water Street, Amesbury MA). **We highly encourage you take advantage of pre-race packet pickup. ***You can't pick up for your family or friends…
Parking and travel
Parking is PROHIBITED at race site. Please utilize the following public parking lots. Please abide by all Town signage. There will be NO PARKING signs posted on most streets surrounding Lake Gardner. Your car will be towed if you park…
Shirt and medal
All pre-registered athletes will receive the following: Gender Specific Short Sleeve Tech Shirt (Womens are v-neck). Finisher Medal. Packaged Foods, Fruit and Non alcoholic beer. 1 Beer Voucher (21+) sponsored by Mill 77 Brewing.
Awards
Announcements will be made once results have been published. They will be posted on the mural wall on the back of the concession stand. Triathlon Award Categories. Top 3 M/F Overall. Top 3 M/F Age Groups: 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39…
Rules and FAQ
Your racing age is determined by your age on 12/31/2026. On race day you will be required to present a valid USAT Annual Membership Card or an identification card if you purchased a 1-day USAT license. USAT Annual License – Ages 15-17…
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The DAM sprint triathlon is in its 16th year of existence and the DAM duathlon in its 7th year at Lake Gardner in Amesbury, MA. Both events are USAT sanctioned events and managed by a USAT Certified Race Director. This annual race is a local favorite, just 45 minutes North of Boston it’s the perfect race for any athlete from beginner to elite!
Pricing
Triathlon & Duathlon & Aquabike:
Now - Feb 28: $110, Mar 1 - Apr 30: $125, May 1 - May 31: $145, Jun 1 - Jul 6: $165, Jul 7 - Jul 12: $185, Race Day: $200
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