Rocketman Triathlon 2026 presented by Team Rocket Tri Club
- Date
- August 30, 2026
- Distance
- Rocketman Triathlon · Rocketman Tri-Relay · Rocketman Aqua-Bike & more
- Price
- $75–$210
From the Organizer
NEW RACE DAY REDSTONE ARSENAL ACCESS REGISTRATION:
Don't have a recreational pass? During registration process you will be guided in signup Waiver 3 to complete a Visitor Pre-Registration form for RACE DAY access only. This will apply to race participants.
Rocketman is North Alabama’s Premier Olympic Distance Race. Presented by Team Rocket Tri Club.
Rocketman 2026 is a traditional Olympic distance of 1500 meter swim (1640 yards), 40 km bike (25 miles), 10 km run (6.1 miles). Triathletes will start and finish at Carrol D Hudson Recreation Area Redstone Arsenal.
In order to participate in this event, you are required to have a valid reason/need for accessing the installation and be registered in the Automated Installation Entry (AIE) System. Individuals with Department of Defense (DoD) issued Identification Cards are automatically registered in the AIE system the first time the Common Access Card or ID is scanned at the installation gates. Non-DoD personnel must register in AIE at the installation Visitor Control Center (VCC) outside Gate 9.
If you currently DO NOT have access to Redstone Arsenal, you may apply early (in person) for a yearly Recreation Badge prior to the race. For more info on the process:
https://home.army.mil/redstone/index.php/about/visitor-information
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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
87°
Typical Low
64°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Owens Cross Roads 3s, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Laceys Springs, AL
Nearest Airport
HSV
Huntsville International Airport · 13 mi
Major Hub
BHM
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport · 65 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
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What Are You
Waiting For?
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Days to train
- Race
- Rocketman Triathlon 2026 presented by Team Rocket Tri Club
- Date
- August 30, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About These Sports
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Triathlon
Swim, bike, run — back to back. The sprint distance makes it far more accessible than most people think.
SwimRun
A continuous race alternating open-water swimming and running across a series of segments.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Rocketman Triathlon 2026 presented by Team Rocket Tri Club?
- Rocketman Triathlon 2026 presented by Team Rocket Tri Club is a triathlon race held in Laceys Springs, Alabama on August 30, 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 Rocketman Triathlon 2026 presented by Team Rocket Tri Club?
- Sunday, August 30, 2026 in Laceys Springs, Alabama at Carrol D Hudson Recreation Area Redstone Arsenal. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Rocketman Triathlon 2026 presented by Team Rocket Tri Club?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Rocketman Triathlon 2026 presented by Team Rocket Tri Club
Aug 30, 2026