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Root River Triathlon 2016

This “doable”, non-swimming triathlon is set in the Root River valley in scenic Bluff Country.

The first triathlon was held 1998 by the City of Houston. Participation is open to men and women of every age (young people of 17 years and younger with the consent of their guardian).

Participants begin by canoeing or kayaking 6.8 miles down river from Houston to Mound Prairie. Then they hop on their bikes for an 7.9 mile road-ride back to Houston. Some hills “en route” are challenging and demand an extra effort. The race wraps up with a 3 mile, fairly level run, starting on the Root River trail and then through the streets of Houston.

The finish is at the Band Shell in beautiful Trailhead Park where the award ceremony will take place around noon by Mayor Connie Edwards of Houston. While your kids can check out the Natural Playground with rocks, water feature, large sand play area and a labyrinth.

Sign up before May 7th to get your race shirt!

This event is limited to 400 participants.

Registration fees

Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees

Kayak Closed

Online registration closed

    1. Closed
      May 16 – Apr 30
    2. $65.25
      May 1 – May 16
    3. Closed
      May 16 – May 17

Canoe Closed

Online registration closed

  • Canoes require two participants. If you don't have a partner, one will be assigned.

    1. Closed
      May 16 – Apr 30
    2. $65.25
      May 1 – May 16
    3. Closed
      May 16 – May 17

Kayak - Rental Closed

Online registration closed

  • Select this registration if you would like to borrow a kayak for the event. After May 1st no rentals are available.

    1. Closed
      May 16 – Apr 30
    2. $102.25
      May 1 – May 16
    3. Closed
      May 16 – May 17

Canoe - Rental Closed

Online registration closed

  • Select this registration if you would like to borrow a canoe for the event. If you rent the canoe, your partner should choose the regular canoe option. After May 1st no rentals are available.

    1. Closed
      May 16 – Apr 30
    2. $102.25
      May 1 – May 16
    3. Closed
      May 16 – May 17

Relay Closed

Online registration closed

  • Relay teams are back this year!

    1. Closed
      May 16 – Apr 30
    2. $117.90
      May 1 – May 16
    3. Closed
      May 16 – May 17

Relay - Rental Closed

Online registration closed

  • Relay teams are back this year! After May 1st no rentals are available.

    1. Closed
      May 16 – Apr 30
    2. $149.85
      May 1 – May 1
    3. Closed
      May 1 – May 17

Race Results Provided By:

Check your 2016 Root River Triathlon results here!

Event schedule

  • Sat, May 21, 2016 6:00 AM - Race day registration opens: walk up registration is $70 and does not include a t-shirt
  • Sat, May 21, 2016 8:30 AM - Race Start
  • Sat, May 21, 2016 12:00 PM - Awards Ceremony (after the last finisher)

Contact information

Event contact
Root River Triathlon
Email
rootrivertriathlon@gmail.com
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