Milkman Triathlon
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Event overview
The 39th Annual Milkman Triathlon takes place on June 6, 2026, in Dexter, New Mexico. The race is a sprint triathlon held at Lake Van, with the event location listed as 4 Lake Van Dr, Dexter, NM 88230. The event offers individual and team formats, including a SOLOIST division, a Mixed RELAY division, and a CHS division. Registration opens February 4, 2026 for the SOLOIST and Mixed RELAY events, and March 9, 2026 for the CHS event. Listed entry fees are $55 for SOLOIST and $20 for Mixed RELAY and CHS.
Course and rules highlights
The course starts with a swim in Lake Van, continues with a bike leg toward Bottomless Lakes State Park, and finishes with a run through the Southwestern Native Aquatic Resources & Recovery Center. Distances are 0.5 km swim, 20 km bike, and 5 km run. Chocolate milk and ice cream are provided at the finish line. Relays must be mixed gender to qualify for awards. The event notes common USAT rules such as helmet use while in possession of a bike, prohibition of drafting, no glass containers in transition, visible race numbers during the run, and restrictions on use of communication devices during competition. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
