Merrill Ranch Triathlon

OCT
31
2026
Trick or Tri at Merrill Ranch on October 31, 2026 blends Halloween fun with fast multisport racing. Swim, bike and run options for adults, youth and relays, with chip timing, finisher medals and a race hoodie for participants.
Sat 31 Oct 2026
Youth Triathlon Duathlon Aquabike Adult Triathlon & Relay

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Event

Trick or Tri at Merrill Ranch is a multisport event on October 31, 2026 at Merrill Ranch, 3200 North Anthem Way, Florence, AZ. The event includes adult and youth categories and relay options. Race formats listed are triathlon, aquabike, duathlon, and a youth triathlon. The event is sanctioned by USA Triathlon; participants must hold an annual membership or purchase a one-day membership.

Distances

  • Adult triathlon: Swim 400m, Bike 12 miles, Run 3 miles
  • Aquabike: Swim 400m, Bike 12 miles
  • Duathlon: Run 3 miles, Bike 12 miles, Run 1.5 miles
  • Youth triathlon: Swim 200m, Bike 6 miles, Run 1.5 miles
  • Relay: Relay options follow adult triathlon distances

Course and race procedures

The swim takes place in a pool with athletes started individually at 15 second gaps and seeded fastest to slowest. Adult swim uses a lane-to-lane pattern through eight lanes before exiting to transition. The adult bike course is two loops of 6 miles each and follows local streets including N. Anthem Way, Merrill Ranch Parkway, and Felix, with a turnaround at Hunt Highway. Bike helmets are required.

Logistics, timing and awards

The event uses chip timing; chips are worn on the left ankle, must be returned at the finish, and lost or unreturned chips are charged to the athlete. Packet pick-up is available before race day. Participants receive a long sleeve race hoodie option, post-race refreshments, finisher medals, and awards for top finishers by category and age group. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Youth Triathlon
Duathlon
Aquabike
Adult Triathlon & Relay

Events nearby

Take on the Merrill Ranch Triathlon on March 28, 2026 in Florence AZ with pool swims, scenic bike loops and community run courses. Adult, youth and relay categories plus finisher medals and post race refreshments make for a fun, family friendly race..