Buchanan Tri
- Date
- September 12, 2026
- Location
- Buchanan Town Park, Buchanan, VA
- Distance
- Buchanan Tri
From the Organizer
Experience the James River as you've never seen it before as you run, ride, and paddle your way through this epic multi-sport adventure in beautiful Botetourt County. The Buchanan Tri is a great triathlon for beginners, but is also challenging for experienced triathletes. We're now in our 11th year! The race has grown and finishing times have gotten more competitive. Sign up and start your training!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
80°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
23%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Buchanan, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Buchanan, VA
Elevation
1,152 ft
Nearest Airport
ROA
Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport · 21 mi
Major Hub
GSO
Piedmont Triad International Airport · 101 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Buchanan Tri, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
Three sports, one race — swim, bike, run in sequence, with transitions that are a discipline of their own.
Open water, open roads, and competition with yourself. Cross the finish line knowing what it took to get there.
Triathlon
Swim, bike, run — back to back. The sprint distance makes it far more accessible than most people think.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Buchanan Tri?
- Buchanan Tri is a triathlon race held in Buchanan, Virginia on September 12, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more triathlon races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Buchanan Tri?
- Saturday, September 12, 2026 in Buchanan, Virginia at Buchanan Town Park, Buchanan, VA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Buchanan Tri?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Buchanan Tri
Sep 12, 2026