Sandman Tri
- Date
- August 23, 2026
- Distance
- Sandman Tri · Sandman Duathlon · Sandman Team
From the Organizer
The Sandman Triathlon is one of Santa Cruz County’s oldest triathlons, having held its inaugural race in 1985, in the infancy of the sport.
The Sandman is a fundraiser for:
- the local State Parks,
- Lifeguard operations,
- the Junior Lifeguard program.
Proceeds help fund scholarships for underprivileged kids so they can receive high-quality water safety education.
The Sandman Triathlon is a USAT-sanctioned event.
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
76°
Typical Low
54°
Chance of Rain
3%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Santa Cruz, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Aptos, CA
Elevation
128 ft
Nearest Airport
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport · 27 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
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Waiting For?
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76
Days to train
- Race
- Sandman Tri
- Date
- August 23, 2026
Coming Up
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Sandman Tri?
- Sandman Tri is a triathlon race held in Aptos, California on August 23, 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 Sandman Tri?
- Sunday, August 23, 2026 in Aptos, California at State Park Dr, Seacliff, CA 95003, Aptos, CA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Sandman Tri?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Sandman Tri
Aug 23, 2026