Registration is open.
We earn a small commission when you register through this link, at no cost to you. Details
Official race websiteAdd to calendar: Apple or Outlook · Google
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smith Mountain Lake Aquabike (Individual) | AquabikeOpen water swim | May 1, 20279:00 AM | $109$119 after Dec 16, 2026 | – |
| Smith Mountain Lake Triathlon (Individual) | Sprint TriathlonSwim 750 m · Bike 12.4 mi · Run 3.1 miOpen water swim | May 1, 20279:00 AM | $109$119 after Dec 16, 2026 | – |
| Smith Mountain Lake Triathlon Relay | Sprint TriathlonSwim 750 m · Bike 12.4 mi · Run 3.1 miRelay or teamOpen water swim | May 1, 20279:00 AM | $159$169 after Dec 16, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The Aquabike fee goes up to $119 on Dec 16, 2026.
Around May 1, Smith Mountain Lake typically runs about 67°F at the surface (61 to 71°F across 2011 to 2020). Wetsuits were legal every year at this date.
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.
Online registration closes May 1, 2027, unless the race fills first.
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:24 AM, and the Smith Mountain Lake Aquabike (Individual) starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 880 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park, Huddleston, VA 24104
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
National lists computed from results, entry fees, course maps and water temperatures; they refresh through the day.
Aggregated from official results for Smith Mountain Lake Sprint Triathlon Presented by Charlene Jones REMAX Lakefront Realty. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
At the 2026 Smith Mountain Lake Triathlon (Individual), the fastest tenth finished in 1:22:23 or better, the top quarter in 1:30:54, and half the field in 1:42:34; the last tenth came in after 2:10:28.
At the 2026 Smith Mountain Lake Triathlon Relay, the fastest tenth finished in 1:18:20 or better, the top quarter in 1:25:55, and half the field in 1:36:09; the last tenth came in after 2:03:26.
At the 2026 Smith Mountain Lake Aquabike (Individual), the fastest tenth finished in 55:07 or better, the top quarter in 56:25, and half the field in 59:47; the last tenth came in after 1:27:51.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 1:54:41 | 1:16:29 |
| 20-29 | 1:36:43 | 1:22:20 |
| 30-39 | 1:20:50 | 1:20:39 |
| 40-49 | 1:31:09 | 1:23:57 |
| 50-59 | 1:53:05 | 1:20:49 |
| 60-69 | 1:59:38 | 1:26:37 |
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 Smith Mountain Lake Triathlon (Individual), the bike decided the most: the middle of the field lost about 8:22 to the top quarter there, 47% of the gap across the three legs.
Compared with a typical sprint triathlon in Virginia, the median swim here was 1:35 slower, the bike 0:50 slower and the run 1:24 faster (swim lengths differ from race to race).
| Leg | Top 10% | Top 25% | Median | Slowest 25% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swim | 13:47 | 15:28 | 17:46 | 20:40+ |
| T1 | 3:08 | 3:52 | 4:48 | 5:53+ |
| Bike | 39:07 | 42:18 | 47:20 | 54:25+ |
| T2 | 1:04 | 1:23 | 1:55 | 2:35+ |
| Run | 22:20 | 25:23 | 28:26 | 32:48+ |
Each column ranks finishers on that leg alone, from the race's published results. T1 and T2 are transitions.
Compared with a typical sprint triathlon in Virginia, the median swim here was 0:53 slower, the bike 3:11 slower and the run 4:04 faster (swim lengths differ from race to race).
| Leg | Top 10% | Top 25% | Median | Slowest 25% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swim | 12:39 | 14:54 | 17:04 | 20:19+ |
| T1 | 1:36 | 1:57 | 2:08 | 2:26+ |
| Bike | 39:41 | 44:15 | 49:41 | 1:00:17+ |
| T2 | 0:41 | 0:42 | 0:59 | 1:09+ |
| Run | 21:20 | 23:07 | 25:46 | 28:45+ |
Each column ranks finishers on that leg alone, from the race's published results. T1 and T2 are transitions.
Down 12 percent since 2025.
All events combined, from official results.
From 2025 to 2026, the field went from 237 to 217 finishers, and the median time rose from 1:36:04 to 1:42:34.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 217 (-8%) | 1:42:34 | under 1:22:23 | 1:06:01 |
| 2025 | 237 | 1:36:04 | under 1:19:01 | 1:04:11 |
From each year's official results for the Sprint Triathlon; virtual options are left out.
Slower than most Virginia sprint triathlons
The fastest quarter of the 2026 sprint triathlon field finished under 1:30:54, against 1:24:35 in a typical Virginia sprint triathlon, so times here run 7 percent slower.
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.
Around May 1 the day usually runs from 51°F at dawn to 74°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 25% of days. Cold snaps dip to 44°F and hot years reach 84°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
What the organizers of Smith Mountain Lake Sprint Triathlon Presented by Charlene Jones REMAX Lakefront Realty cover on their registration page, in brief.
Shirt and medal
2027 Kinetic Cup Series: Race More, Earn More! Complete three or more 2027 Kinetic Multisports events to start earning qualifier rewards. Complete at least five events to qualify for Kinetic Cup Series scoring and awards! Stage 1 — Q3…
Awards
See what all the excitement was all about or find race photos and videos from prior races. Feel free to download and share on social media. 2026. Race Video. Awards Video. SmugMug Pictures and Videos. 2025. Race Video. Awards Video. 2024…
Rules and FAQ
https://kineticmultisports.com/faqs/.
Rules and FAQ
The Competitive Rules are intended to provide for the orderly and consistent administration of events sanctioned by USA Triathlon and are not designed to establish standards of care for the safety of participants or other persons. Every…
Organize this race? Add details or a correction
Staged out of beautiful Smith Mountain Lake State Park this triathlon classic has clear water, mountain views and fun courses. The swim features a sandy beach start and a crisp, clear lake. The bike and run courses are rolling, but not too challenging. This is a great race if you are just starting out in the sport, or have been racing for 20 years. Smith Mountain Lake is home to numerous lodging options and attractions. There is great trail running in the park and the Blue Ridge Parkway isn’t too far away if you want to stay the night and ride again on Sunday.