The Polar Bear Triathlon and Duathlon
When is The Polar Bear Triathlon and Duathlon?
The Polar Bear Triathlon and Duathlon takes place on Saturday, May 2, 2026 in Brunswick, ME.
What distances does The Polar Bear Triathlon and Duathlon offer?
The Polar Bear Triathlon and Duathlon offers 9 events: Polar Bear Triathlon, College Student Sprint Triathlon, Duathlon, College Student Duathlon, Triathlon Relay, Student Triathlon Relay, Sprint Aquabike, Virtual Triathlon, Virtual Duathlon.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polar Bear Triathlon | — | $109.00 | Register |
| College Student Sprint Triathlon | — | $60.00 | Register |
| Duathlon | — | $109.00 | Register |
| College Student Duathlon | — | $60.00 | Register |
| Triathlon Relay 25 spots left | — | $179.00 | Register |
| Student Triathlon Relay 3 spots left | — | $79.00 | Register |
| Sprint Aquabike 8 spots left | — | $94.00 | Register |
| Virtual Triathlon | — | $60.00 | Register |
| Virtual Duathlon | — | $60.00 | Register |
How much does The Polar Bear Triathlon and Duathlon cost?
Registration for The Polar Bear Triathlon and Duathlon starts at $104.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is The Polar Bear Triathlon and Duathlon held?
The Polar Bear Triathlon and Duathlon is held in Brunswick, ME at 35 Watson Dr.
About The Polar Bear Triathlon and Duathlon
The Polar Bear Triathlon / Duathlon will take place on its traditional date of May 2, 2026
The Polar Bear Triathlon / Duathlon is New England’s season opening event! A sprint triathlon and duathlon perfect for beginners and experienced triathletes alike combining a pool swim, a scenic bike course on country coastal roads, and epic and fast run on wide hard packed trails and quiet neighborhood streets,
8:25a Start Time
The Polar Bear Triathlon and Duathlon takes place the first Saturday of May annually to open the triathlon season in New England. The race is contested on the beautiful campus of Bowdoin College with world class facilities including a 16 lane pool, locker rooms with showers (pending availability), wonderful flat grass transition area and world class event production. This pool swim triathlon is a great race for beginners to get their feet wet and seasoned triathletes to start their season without the concerns of a cold, open water swim.
Distances
525 yard swim OR 2 mile run for duathletes
11.5 mile bike
3 mile run
Virtual participants compete them all at once, or separately, it’s up to you. Swag will be mailed after May 4th to all virtual participants.
The Polarbear Triathlon / Duathlon will be sanctioned by USA Triathlon. If you are not an annual member of USA Triathlon, you will need to purchase a $15 one-day membership when you register.