Not So Scary Triathlon
Not So Scary Triathlon is a triathlon race on October 25, 2026 in Gainesville, FL, with an entry fee of $45.
- Date
- October 25, 2026 (87 days to go)
- Location
- 946 NW 31st Dr., Gainesville, FL
- Price
- $45
- Sport
- Triathlon
From the Organizer
Think a triathlon sounds intimidating? Think again!
The Not So Scary Triathlon is the perfect introduction to the world of multisport racing — designed specifically for kids ages 4 to 15! Whether your child is a seasoned young athlete or lacing up for their very first race, this event is built to be fun, exciting, and — you guessed it — not so scary at all.
Race distance varies by age:
4 - 6 years: swim 50m, 0.5mi bike, 0.3mi run
7 - 8 years: swim 50m, 1.3mi bike, 0.7mi run
9 - 10 years: swim 100m, 2.6mi bike, 0.7mi run
11 - 12 years: swim 200m, 3.9mi bike, 1.5mi run
13 -15 years: swim 200m, 5.2mi bike, 1.5mi run
Why Sign Up?
✅ Age-appropriate distances for every racer
✅ First-timers and beginners warmly welcomed
✅ Safe, supportive, community atmosphere
✅ Three sports, one unforgettable experience
✅ Memories (and bragging rights) that last all year
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
57°
Chance of Rain
20%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Gainesville Rgnl Ap, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Gainesville, FL
Population
143,611
as of 2023
City Elevation
135 ft
Nearest Airport
GNV
Gainesville Regional Airport · 5 mi
Major Hub
JAX
Jacksonville International Airport · 69 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Not So Scary Triathlon, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
87
Days to train
- Race
- Not So Scary Triathlon
- Date
- October 25, 2026
- Location
- 946 NW 31st Dr., Gainesville, FL
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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. Three sports in one race means three movements to train and race day never gets monotonous.
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Not So Scary Triathlon
Oct 25, 2026