THE RACE
The Bear Triathlon s a popular early-season race set in the scenic Lums Pond State Park, offering athletes a fast, flat, and beginner friendly course. Featuring Sprint, Olympic and Youth distance options, the event delivers an inclusive and energizing race-day atmosphere for both newcomers and seasoned triathletes. The Bear Triathlon has become a go-to kickoff race for athletes across the Mid-Atlantic and is sanctioned by USA Triathlon. All RULES apply.
Disclosure: Registration transfers are not permitted to other RIVAL race events. Race organizers reserve the right to close registration due to capacity limits. Race organizers reserve the right to delay or cancel event due to extreme weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances. Pets, baby joggers/strollers, in-line skates, bicycles, and any other non-official wheeled vehicles are prohibited.
MAY 16, 2026 - YOUTH TRIATHLON
7-8 yr : Swim 50 yards| Bike 2 miles| Run 0.5 mile
9-10 yr : Swim 100 yards| Bike 2 miles| Run 0.5 mile
11-12 yr : Swim 100 yards| Bike 4 miles| Run 1 mile
13-15 yr : Swim 150 yards| Bike 6 miles| Run 1 mile
MAY 17, 2026 - SPRINT TRIATHLON
750 Meter Swim | 10 Mile Bike | 3 Mile Run
MAY 17, 2026 - OLYMPIC TRIATHLON
1500 Meter Swim| 23 Mile Bike | 6 Mile Run
RACE LOCATION
Lums Pond State Park
1068 Howell School Road, Bear, DE 19701.
The race will start and finish at Area 1 inside Lums Pond State Park.
AGE REQUIREMENT
Adult Triathlon - participants must be 14 yrs and older.
Youth Triathlon - participants must be 7-15 yrs old.
RACE AGE
All participants shall compete based on their age on December 31, 2026. USA Triathlon dictates that an athlete's age for all sanctioned races is determined by their age on December 31 of the competition year. Athletes "age up" at the beginning of the year, not on their actual birthday. For example, if you turn 40 anytime in 2026, you race in the 40-44 category for the entire year. This applies to adult and youth athletes.
