Exciting News!!! Save the Date.. More info and registration links to follow.
BREAK O’DAY TRIATHLON CHALLENGE 2026 — EVENT POST 🌟
Get ready, triathletes! The Break O’Day Triathlon Challenge 2026 is hitting the stunning coastline of St Helens on Sunday, 1 February 2026. Whether you're a seasoned competitor or a first-time Trystar, this event has a distance for everyone. Mark your calendars, gather your crew, and prepare for an unforgettable day of racing in one of Tasmania’s most beautiful locations.
📍 Event Details
Location: Marina Parade, St Helens
Time: 7:00am – 1:00pm
Distances Available:
Standard Distance
Sprint Distance
Short Course
Trystar Triathlon (for our young legends!)
⏱ Running Schedule
7:00am – Arrive for event setup
7:15am – Volunteer briefing
8:00am – Athlete arrival & Transition/Registration opens
8:45am – Trystar start + Race briefing
9:00am – Standard Distance start
9:15am – Sprint & Short Course start
12:30pm – Presentations
1:00pm – Event cleared
Race Distances
Sprint
750m Swim
20km Ride
5km Run
Short Course
300m Swim
10km Ride
2.5km Run
Trystars
100m Swim
250m Ride
1km Run
Age Restrictions
Short Course: Must be 12+ (as of 31 Dec 2025)
Sprint:
Individuals 14+
Team members 13+ (13-year-olds may complete one leg only)
Trystars: 7–12 years old
📍 Course Overview
Swim
Open-water swim in the gorgeous George’s Bay, conditions determined by Bicheno SLSC on the day.
Bike
Riders will head out from Marina Parade, cycling along Georges Bay Esplanade and Binalong Bay Rd to a marshal-controlled turnaround.
Standard: 4 laps
Sprint: 2 laps
Short Course: 1 lap
Run
A scenic out-and-back along Beauty Bay’s walking track:
Standard: 2 laps
Short Course: Turnaround at 1.25km
Finish line is right beside the transition area—expect cheers!
Amenities
Public toilets and change rooms are conveniently located right outside transition.
Waste Management
Help us keep St Helens beautiful! All athletes, volunteers, and spectators are asked to remove rubbish before leaving. Waste bins are provided offsite.
Ready to Take on the Challenge?
Whether you're chasing a PB, supporting your club, or cheering from the sidelines, the Break O’Day Triathlon Challenge is set to be an incredible community event. Register now, train hard, and we’ll see you on the start line!
Let’s make 2026 the biggest and best year yet! 💥🌊🚴♀️🏃♂️
Also check out other Sports events in St Helens, Contests in St Helens.
