Cactus Collegiate Cup is a triathlon race on October 10, 2026 in Tucson, AZ, with an entry fee of $200.
The semi-final; final Super Sprint Showdown at the University of Arizona brings NCAA teams from across the country to compete on one of the fastest, most electrifying courses in collegiate racing. The action kicks off at the Hillenbrand Aquatic center followed by a technical bike loop through the heart of campus. After adrenaline-filled laps, competitors charge right back to the UA mall to run and then finish by the historic McKale Memorial Center.
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
88°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
10%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Tucson Wfo.
Population
543,348
as of 2023
City Elevation
2,430 ft
Nearest Airport
TUS
Tucson International Airport · 8 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Cactus Collegiate Cup, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
22
Days to train
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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.
Swim, bike, run — back to back. The sprint distance makes it far more accessible than most people think. Three sports in one race means three movements to train and race day never gets monotonous.
Cactus Collegiate Cup
Oct 10, 2026