Captain Thurmond's Challenge 2027
Captain Thurmond's Challenge 2027 is a triathlon race on June 26, 2027 in Fayetteville, WV, with entry fees from $85 to $150.
- Date
- June 26, 2027 (227 days to go)
- Price
- $85–$150
- Sport
- Triathlon
From the Organizer
Date: Saturday, June 26th, 2027
Location: 125 North Court Street, Fayetteville, WV 25840
Welcome to the 2027 Captain Thurmond’s Challenge! Discover the ultimate adventure triathlon in the East, where challenge meets excitement. Tackle 16.5 miles of scenic mountain biking, 7 miles of exhilarating Class IV whitewater, and 9 miles of inspiring trail running through the heart of the New River Gorge. Whether you race Solo, share the journey in a Relay, or join a Team with rafts and guides ready to support you, you’ll experience an unforgettable mix of fun, challenge, and adventure. Fayetteville, West Virginia’s original signature adventure triathlon is waiting, are you ready to answer the call?
🏁 Race Day Information
Pre-Race Meeting & Packet Pickup
📍 Freefolk Brewery
25385 Midland Trail, Hico, WV 25854
Race Day Schedule
Friday Night
Pre-Race Meeting & Packet Pickup: 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Freefolk Brewery
25385 Midland Trail, Hico, WV 25854
Saturday Morning
Packet Pickup: 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM
📍 Ace Adventure Gear Shop
239 N Court St, Fayetteville, WV 25840, United States
Race Start: 10:00 AM
Race End: TBD
Gear Transportation Provided: We provide transport for
- Mountain bikes (from T1 to town)
- Kayaks / canoes (to T1 and from T2 to town)
- Rafts
- Personal gear bins
Transportation will be done using large moving trucks or similar vehicles.
Important: While volunteers and staff will take great care when loading/unloading, CTC is not liable for damage to high-value bikes or boats. If participants have gear they are especially concerned about, they are strongly encouraged to arrange their own transport. More details about how to tag and stage gear will arrive in a future email.
Shuttle Reservations: Shuttle reservations (for bikes, rafts, and gear transport) will open soon. You’ll receive a detailed email one month out, but please note: All shuttle reservations must be submitted by the end of that weekend, so our team has a full three weeks to plan final logistics.
Spectator-Friendly Points: Your crew, friends, and family can cheer you on at
- Start/Finish line in downtown Fayetteville
- Kaymoor Miners Trail parking area
- Cunard River Access
- Fayette Station River Access
Full spectator guidance will also be included in upcoming emails.
Events
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
83°
Typical Low
61°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Anstead Hawks Nest Sp, 5 mi from the venue.
About Fayetteville, WV
City Elevation
1,729 ft
Nearest Airport
BKW
Raleigh County Memorial Airport · 19 mi
Major Hub
GSO
Piedmont Triad International Airport · 150 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Waiting For?
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227
Days to train
- Race
- Captain Thurmond's Challenge 2027
- Date
- June 26, 2027
Get Ready for Race Day
Plan your training, log every workout, and track your progress all the way to race day in the Endurance Grid app.
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Captain Thurmond's Challenge 2027
Jun 26, 2027