2026 Cal Tri Charlotte - 10.10.26

Cal Tri Charlotte is a multisport race day held at Lake Norman State Park in North Carolina, situated 38 miles north of Charlotte. Races commence in the morning, following a fall schedule. The series offers athletes 12 distinct racing formats: six Sprint-distance options and six Olympic-distance options. Participants can opt for a full triathlon, a run-bike-run format, swim-bike, swim-run, swim-only, or a standalone road run. This structure accommodates individuals seeking the complete swim-bike-run setup as well as those interested in participating in only one or two disciplines. The Sprint RunBikeRun comprises a 5 km run, a 26 km bike leg, and a 5 km run. The Olympic RunBikeRun maintains the initial 5 km run, extends the cycling portion to 40 km, and concludes with a 10 km run. Swim-only distances are 400 yards for the Sprint and 1,640 yards for the Olympic. Average air temperatures typically range from 59 F to 77 F, with water temperatures averaging 69 F, leading the organizer to suggest a wetsuit for the swimming leg. The event's race offerings also include a 5K and 10K road run, broadening the day's scope beyond a typical triathlon-focused event.