The event was created by Kevin Mendenhall and Matthew McClellan, both experienced athletes. The first race will take place in September 2025 at the Smith Mountain Lake area. (last update 02/2025)
Race Facts
| Facts | Swim | Bike | Run |
|---|---|---|---|
| length lane/lap | lake - 0,6mi / 0,965km | 5.675mi / 9,133km | 1,009mi / 1,6238km |
| lanes/loops 2x | 8 | 39,5 | 52 |
| full distance 2x | 4.8mi / 7,72km | 224,16mi / 360,75km | 52,468mi / 84,438km |
| official measured | no | no | no |
| gradient | - | 13904ft / 4238m | 3224ft / 982m |
| ground | - | asphalt | asphalt |
| closed for traffic | - | no | no |
| lights needed | - | yes | yes |
| time limit 2x | 5h | 26h (Swim + T1 + Bike) | 36h overall |