Steelman Racing Open Water Classic 8/23/2026
Steelman Racing Open Water Classic 8/23/2026 is a swimming race on August 23, 2026 in Quakertown, PA, with entry fees from $85 to $200.
- Date
- August 23, 2026 (31 days to go)
- Price
- $85–$200
- Sport
- Swimming
From the Organizer
Steelman Racing Open Water Classic will be held on August 23rd, 2026, at Nockamixon State Park, in Quakertown, Pennsylvania. This is the second race in the 2026 Steelman Racing Open Water Swim Series and this race is one of the best open water swimming events in Pennsylvania! The Open Water Classic will allow swimmers to choose either a 1, 2, or 3 mile courses in the beautiful, clear waters of Lake Nockamixon. Swimmers can expect warm, 70-degree water temperatures, and a safe, well-supported racing environment. Awards are presented to the top overall male/female, top overall male/female/co-ed relays, and three deep-in-age divisions from 13 – 80 years old. After the race, all athletes will be treated to an awesome post-race party with tons of food and music. We hope to see you out there at the Steelman Racing Open Water Classic!
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
82°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Bucksville, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Quakertown, PA
Population
9,298
as of 2023
City Elevation
510 ft
Nearest Airport
ABE
Lehigh Valley International Airport · 15 mi
Major Hub
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 40 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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31
Days to train
- Race
- Steelman Racing Open Water Classic 8/23/2026
- Date
- August 23, 2026
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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.
Swimming events drop you into something that demands navigation, feel, and focus all at once. It's a sport that rewards the quietly competitive — the ones who do the work in the water before anyone's watching.
Open Water Swimming
Open water races take place in lakes, rivers, bays, and oceans. Distances can run anywhere from a short 500m swim to 10K marathon events. Just you and the water.
Coming Up
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Steelman Racing Open Water Classic 8/23/2026
Aug 23, 2026