"With 3,276 finishers, LA Triathlon Sprint is one of the biggest triathlons in the world."
🏊 Swim
Ocean swim in Los Angeles.
🚴 Bike
Flat bike course in Los Angeles.
🏃 Run
Run through Los Angeles.
Transition Details
T1/T2 are in the same location · Surface: pavement
Weather
Typical: 25°C, 50% humidity.
Registration
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The Story
Los Angeles, United States. sprint-distance triathlon. The 750m swim sends you into mild open ocean at 20°C — comfortable — cool on entry, forgotten after 200 metres. The 20km bike is flat, built for speed and aero position. The 5km run is flat and fast through Los Angeles's streets. This is Los Angeles triathlon: Pacific surf, palm-lined bike course, a city where the finish-line selfie matters as much as the time. Short enough to hurt, long enough to matter.
"You don't come to Los Angeles for a fast time. You come for the experience — and then you surprise yourself."
What It Feels Like
sprint-distance triathlon with Los Angeles character. This course suits beginners and those chasing personal bests. The course doesn't fight you — it lets you race. The setting adds something no training plan can prepare you for.
🏊 The Swim
A 750m ocean swim in mild saltwater at 20°C. Conditions are typically calm, though ocean swells can appear. Sight off the buoys — the open water offers few reference points.
🚴 The Bike
20km of flat road — a time-trialist's playground. The absence of climbing means aerodynamic position and sustained power determine your bike split. Wind, not gradient, is the variable here.
🏃 The Run
5km on flat Los Angeles streets. The course is honest — no hills to blame, no descents to coast. What you have left is what you run. In warm conditions averaging 25°C, heat management becomes pacing strategy.
💡 Insider Tips
- → With average temperatures around 25°C, hydration strategy matters. Start sipping early on the bike — by the time you're thirsty on the run, you're already behind on fluids.
- → Winds averaging 17 km/h are common. On the bike, ride steady power rather than steady speed. The headwind sections will slow you; the tailwind sections will reward patience.
- → The flat bike course rewards aerodynamic position over raw power. Time spent in the aero bars pays dividends — a bike fit before race day is the cheapest speed you'll find.
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FAQ
What distance is the LA Triathlon Sprint? +
The LA Triathlon Sprint is a Sprint Distance distance triathlon: 750m swim, 20km bike, and 5km run (26km total) in Los Angeles, United States.
When is the LA Triathlon Sprint? +
The next edition is on September 12, 2026. The race is typically held in September.
Water temperature and wetsuit rules? +
Ocean water at 20°C average. Wetsuit rules are conditional.
How hilly is the bike course? +
100m of climbing over 20km. Profile: flat. Drafting not allowed.
What's the weather like on race day? +
17–31°C, 50% humidity, 16% rain chance, 17 km/h winds.
Average finish time? +
Approximately 1h 12m. Varies with conditions and athlete experience.
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