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Oilman Texas Triathlon
- Date
- Saturday, November 14, 2026– Sunday, November 15, 2026
Nov 14 Saturday, 2026
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When and where is Oilman Texas Triathlon?
Oilman Texas Triathlon is on Saturday, November 14, 2026 through Sunday, November 15, 2026 in Montgomery, Texas. The first event starts at 7:00 AM local time. Distances: kids run, 5K, Multisport and Swim. Current entry fees run $39 to $455 on RunSignup, before processing fees. Online registration is open and closes Nov 14, 2026.
Oilman Texas Triathlon race guide
The Oilman Texas Triathlon is a half-distance triathlon (1.2-mile swim, 56-mile bike, 13.1-mile run) at Margaritaville Lake Resort on Lake Conroe in Montgomery, north of Houston, on Sunday, November 15, 2026, its 24th year. Saturday, November 14 brings a sprint triathlon, sprint duathlon, 5K, youth duathlons and an evening fun tri.
- Venue
- Margaritaville Lake Resort, Lake Conroe
- Half distance
- 1.2 / 56 / 13.1 mi
- Sunday start
- 7:00 a.m. age groups
- Final cutoff
- 3:50 p.m.
- Sprint (Sat)
- 500 m / 11 mi / 5K
- Field limit
- 1,000
Oilman Texas Triathlon FAQ
When is the 2026 Oilman Texas Triathlon?
Saturday and Sunday, November 14–15, 2026, at Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe, 600 Margaritaville Parkway, Montgomery. The half-distance Oilman is Sunday: the elite wave goes at 6:50 a.m., the PC wave at 6:53 and age groups at 7:00. On Saturday the sprint duathlon and 5K start at 6:55 a.m., the sprint triathlon at 7:00 and the 5 O’Clock Somewhere fun tri at 5:05 p.m.
How much does the Oilman Texas Triathlon cost?
Current RunSignup entry fees, before processing fees: Oilman Texas Triathlon Relay $455; Oilman Texas Triathlon $335; Oilman Texas Triathlon Clydesdale/Athena $335; Oilman Texas Triathlon Aquabike $275; Sprint Relay $255; Sprint Triathlon $195; Sprint Duathlon $145; Oilman Swim Only $95. 1 more entry is listed in the events table.
What distance is the Oilman Texas Triathlon?
Half distance: a 1.2-mile swim in Lake Conroe, a 56-mile bike in Montgomery County and a 13.1-mile run. The Saturday sprint is a 500-meter swim, 11-mile bike and 5K run. Sunday also has aquabike, relay, paratriathlon and swim-only entries.
What are the Oilman cutoffs?
The swim closes 1 hour 15 minutes after the last swimmer starts, the bike 5 hours 30 minutes after (about 12:50 p.m.) and the run 8½ hours after (about 3:45 p.m.). The schedule lists the final cutoff as 3:50 p.m.
Where is Oilman packet pickup?
Thursday, November 12, 1–6 p.m. at Fleet Feet Vintage Park in Houston; Friday 1–6 p.m. and Saturday noon–5 p.m. at the expo in the resort’s Wheeler Conference Room. Race-morning pickup is only for athletes who bought that option.
Is there a medal and awards at Oilman?
Every Sunday finisher gets a custom finisher medal. Awards go three deep in USA Triathlon five-year age groups, plus overall and masters for the half, Clydesdale and Athena, relays, aquabike and swim-only top five. USA Triathlon officials are on course.
Where do you park for Oilman?
Paid lots at $10 per vehicle, paid by app or QR code.
Can I get a refund or defer my Oilman entry?
No refunds. Deferral to next year cost $25 and closed November 3, 2026.
Race facts checked November 8, 2026 against RunSignup: Oilman Texas Triathlon, Oilman: race schedule, Oilman: awards, Oilman: cutoffs and parking and Oilman: refund policy. Entry fees come from RunSignup. Always confirm details with the race before you travel.
Events & distances
| Event | Distance | Start | Entry fee | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sprint Triathlon | Multisport | Nov 14, 2026, 7:00 AM | $195.00 until Nov 13, 2026 | Opens Dec 23, 2025 · Closes Nov 13, 2026 |
| Parrot Head 5K | 5K | Nov 14, 2026, 7:00 AM | $65.00 until Nov 14, 2026 | Opens Apr 27, 2026 · Closes Nov 14, 2026 |
| Youth Duathlon - Parakeets (Ages 5-10) | Kids | Nov 14, 2026, 7:00 AM | $89.00 until Nov 13, 2026 | Opens Dec 30, 2025 · Closes Nov 13, 2026 |
| Youth Duathlon - Parrots (Ages 11-15) | Kids | Nov 14, 2026, 7:00 AM | $95.00 until Nov 13, 2026 | Opens Dec 30, 2025 · Closes Nov 13, 2026 |
| 5 O'Clock Somewhere Fun Tri | — | Nov 14, 2026, 7:00 AM | $39.00 until Nov 14, 2026 | Opens Apr 27, 2026 · Closes Nov 14, 2026 |
| Sprint Relay | Multisport | Nov 14, 2026, 7:00 AM | $255.00 until Nov 13, 2026 | Opens Apr 28, 2026 · Closes Nov 13, 2026 |
| Sprint Duathlon | Multisport | Nov 14, 2026, 7:00 AM | $145.00 until Nov 13, 2026 | Opens Sep 20, 2026 · Closes Nov 13, 2026 |
| Oilman Texas Triathlon | Multisport | Nov 15, 2026, 7:00 AM | $335.00 until Nov 14, 2026 | Opens Dec 20, 2025 · Closes Nov 14, 2026 |
| Oilman Texas Triathlon Clydesdale/Athena | Multisport | Nov 15, 2026, 7:00 AM | $335.00 until Nov 14, 2026 | Opens Dec 19, 2025 · Closes Nov 14, 2026 |
| Oilman Texas Triathlon Aquabike | Multisport | Nov 15, 2026, 7:00 AM | $275.00 until Nov 14, 2026 | Opens Apr 23, 2026 · Closes Nov 14, 2026 |
| Oilman Texas Triathlon Relay | Multisport | Nov 15, 2026, 7:00 AM | $455.00 until Nov 14, 2026 | Opens Dec 19, 2025 · Closes Nov 14, 2026 |
| Oilman Texas Paratriathlon | Multisport | Nov 15, 2026, 7:00 AM | — | Opens Dec 19, 2025 · Closes Dec 26, 2025 |
| Oilman Swim Only | 1.2 Miles | Nov 15, 2026, 7:45 AM | $95.00 until Nov 14, 2026 | Opens Sep 20, 2026 · Closes Nov 14, 2026 |
Fees shown are the RunSignup price tier in effect now, before processing fees. Times are local to the race.
About Oilman Texas Triathlon
The 23rd Annual Oilman Texas Triathlon is southeast Texas' favorite locally-produced Half Iron Distance Triathlon. New last year was the Sprint distance triathlon, offering more options to more athletes.
Saturday, the Sprint distance will include a 500 meter swim, 11 mile bike and a 5k run through the Margaritaville neighborhoods and golf course. We also will have a 5K and Kids Du. Athletes will enjoy a taste of the Sunday course, with a mix of roads and golf cart paths, with the same transition and finish line celebration. Including of course, a mechanical bull!
Come for the race, stay for the weekend! Be sure not to miss our "5 O'Clock Somewhere" Fun Tri, the most amazing triathlon-themed pool party ever.
On Sunday, Half distance athletes will enjoy a 1.2 mile swim in Lake Conroe, 56 mile bike in scenic Montgomery County, and a 13.1 mile run all starting and ending at the beautiful Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe!
Come Join Us!
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