
From the Organizer
SWIM: 0.5mi | BIKE: 18mi | RUN: 3mi
Crystal Cove | Old Route 66, Averill Park, NY
The Crystal Lake Triathlon Race is a USAT Sanctioned Sprint Distance Triathlon in Averill Park, NY on Crystal Lake. The race is one of the most scenic races in the area. The race begins at the Crystal Cove beach and features a single loop swim. Transitioning into the bike leg of our race where racers set out on a gorgeous out and back bike course that passes through the beautiful countryside of Rensselaer County. Finally, the racers finish on a mostly flat run course around Crystal Lake.
All participants will be required to either show USAT membership or purchase a one-day license and sign a USAT waiver.
Event Registration Website: cdtriclub.org/index.php/race/
Participation Type:
• Individual (not part of a Team) Adult , Youth
• Join a Team Adult , Youth -
• *Aquabike Adult, Youth
*The Aquabike race covers the same swim & bike courses as the Triathlon but will end when participants enter the Transition Area upon completion of the bike.
Events
Weather
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
84°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Troy L&D, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
853 ft
Nearest Airport
ALB
Albany International Airport · 15 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Crystal Lake Triathlon Race, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
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From Endurance Grid
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.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Crystal Lake Triathlon Race
Aug 15, 2026