Sylvania Triathlon

AUG
2
2026
One of the country's oldest multisport festivals in Sylvania, Ohio. Choose from Sprint or Olympic distances across triathlon, duathlon, aquabike, and relay formats. The event features music, hundreds of volunteers, and a festive atmosphere at Olander Lake.
Sun 2 Aug 2026
Sprint Relay Olympic Relay Olympic Aquabike Olympic Duathlon Olympic Triathlon

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Event Overview

The Sylvania Triathlon is a multisport event held at the Tam-O-Shanter Sports Complex and Olander Lake in Sylvania, Ohio. It is described as one of the oldest multisport events in the country.

The event offers several formats and distances. Music is played at the start, and there are typically over 300 volunteers and spectators.

Event Distances and Disciplines

The available competitions include triathlon, duathlon, aquabike, and relay events at Sprint and Olympic distances. Specific distances are:

  • Sprint Triathlon: 400-meter swim, 12.45-mile bike, 3.1-mile run.
  • Sprint Duathlon: 1-mile run, 12.45-mile bike, 3.1-mile run.
  • Sprint Aquabike: 400-meter swim, 12.45-mile bike.
  • Sprint Relay: 400-meter swim, 12.45-mile bike, 3.1-mile run.
  • Olympic Triathlon: 1,500-meter swim, 24.6-mile bike, 6.2-mile run.
  • Olympic Duathlon: 3.1-mile run, 24.6-mile bike, 6.2-mile run.
  • Olympic Aquabike: 1,500-meter swim, 24.6-mile bike.
  • Olympic Relay: 1,500-meter swim, 24.6-mile bike, 6.2-mile run.

Relay team participation is noted as an option for participants who prefer to share the disciplines. The event contributes to national age group rankings for triathlon and duathlon athletes.

Location and Conditions

The event takes place at Olander Park. Historical data indicates average air temperatures between 67°F and 83°F, with an average water temperature of 81°F. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

32 mi
Olympic Relay
16 mi
Sprint Relay
Olympic Aquabike
Olympic Duathlon
Olympic Triathlon
Sprint Aquabike
Sprint Duathlon
Sprint Triathlon

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