Humans of Steel: Harris Lake Olympic Triathlon
Always double-check with the organizer's website! This page may contain affiliate links.
Event overview
The Humans of Steel: Harris Lake Sprint & Olympic Triathlon is a multisport event held on August 2, 2026, at Harris Lake County Park in New Hill, North Carolina, on the Shearon Harris Reservoir. The event uses a reverse format: participants run first, then ride on roads, and finish with an open-water swim. It is USAT sanctioned and high school athlete friendly; competitors may earn USAT points where applicable. Packet pick-up is available only on race day at the venue. The event includes post-race music, a kids fun run and playground access, a photo area, and post-race snacks. Awards are planned for overall Male, Female and Non-Binary winners and for age-group 1st through 3rd places across standard age divisions.
Events and distances
- Reverse Sprint Triathlon - 5 km run, 12.5 mile bike, 750 m swim
- Reverse Olympic Triathlon - 10 km run, ~20 mile bike, 1500 m swim
- Reverse Sprint Aquabike - 12.5 mile bike, 750 m swim
- Reverse Olympic Aquabike - ~20 mile bike, 1500 m swim
- Reverse Olympic Triathlon Relay - team format using Olympic distances
- Kids 50 yd Dash
Location and access
The venue address is 2112 County Park Dr, New Hill, NC 27562. Course details, maps and GPX files are provided by the organizers for parking and transition layout. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
