At 8:40 am this morning (exactly one week before next Saturday’s first wave start), Flathead Lake was as smooth as glass. Of course there have also been some choppy mornings lately so keep your fingers crossed. The water temp has been consistently in the low to mid 70′s and was exactly 70 today after some […]

One again we are going to have a competition among our six high energy and costume themed run aid stations. Racers can look forward to a new motivational twist every mile to help theme conquer the challenging 10k course. This year, the run aid stations will have ice cold water and single serving Hammer Gel […]

I just posted a link to the new bike course for 2013 on the results page of this website. The only difference from last year’s course is that we are using Forman Road for most of the westbound leg instead of Kerr Dam and Valley View Roads. This eliminates one small climb, four tricky 90 […]

The Cove Deli is on board to provide great post race sandwiches again this year. In response too your feedback, we will have a separate express line for racers with pre-made lunches to grab and go. Of course families and other spectators are still welcome to order from the menu.

KIDS RACE – New for 2013 – This year we are planning to add an informal kids mini triathlon for ages 6-12 that will start around 12:30 or 1:00. The distances will be approximately 50 yard swim (life jackets allowed), 1.5 mi bike, and 0.5 mile run. Bring your families, bikes, and helmets to join […]

Thanks to all the racers, sponsors, and volunteers for another great event in 2013. We had a few sophomore glitches, but overall the race was a big success and another step towards the dream of a regional multi-sport jewel. Link to the results below and click on the Results and Photos page to check out […]

I just ordered some great new hoody sweatshirts for race participants and some cool new colors. All the local sponsors are making it possible for us to really treat you right.

Riverside Camping (new for 2013) – The Flathead Lake Blues Festival has offered Polson Triathlon participants the opportunity to reserve tent and RV camping spots next door to Riverside Park. You can stay Friday and/or Saturday nights for $10 per night. Click the link below and then select tickets to reserve your spot. Blues Festival […]

The race is coming up soon and we are fast approaching the July 31 early registration deadline. The entire community of Polson is coming together to prepare for an incredible first year event. We have more than 100 volunteers and some great sponsors already lined up. The race courses are just about finalized and the […]

We have decided to make a small change in the bike course that will eliminate one hill, some tight corners, and the worst of the rough pavement. The new course will be the same as the one used for the state championship time trial in Polson on June 8. Instead of turning right to stay […]