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Texasman Triathlon
- Date
- Sunday, April 25, 2027
Apr 25 Sunday, 2027
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When and where is Texasman Triathlon?
Texasman Triathlon is on Sunday, April 25, 2027 in Valley View, Texas. The first event starts at 7:00 AM local time. Distances: Multisport. Current entry fees run $69 to $145 on RunSignup, before processing fees. Online registration is open and closes Apr 25, 2027.
Texasman Triathlon race guide
The Texasman Triathlon is a Dallas Athletes Racing triathlon at Lake Ray Roberts (Johnson Branch) in Valley View, north of Denton, on Sunday, April 25, 2027. It offers sprint, Olympic and X-50 (1-mile swim, 40-mile bike, 9-mile run) triathlons, an X-50 aquabike and a sprint duathlon, all USAT-sanctioned and starting at 7 a.m.
- Venue
- Lake Ray Roberts, Johnson Branch
- X-50
- 1 mi / 40 mi / 9 mi
- Start
- 7:00 a.m.
- X-50 cutoff
- 1:30 p.m.
- Sanction
- USA Triathlon
- Wetsuits
- Usually legal
Texasman Triathlon FAQ
What distances are at the Texasman Triathlon?
Sprint (400-yard swim and 5K run), Olympic (1-mile swim and 10K run), X-50 (1-mile swim, 40-mile bike, 9-mile run), X-50 aquabike and a sprint duathlon. The Olympic and X-50 swims are two loops. Athena (women 165 lb+) and Clydesdale (men 220 lb+) divisions are offered at sprint, Olympic and X-50.
How much does the Texasman Triathlon cost?
Current RunSignup entry fees, before processing fees: Texasman X-50 $145 ($165 from December 2); Texasman X-50 Athena (female 165lbs+) $145 ($165 from December 2); Texasman X-50 Clydesdale (male 220lbs+) $145 ($165 from December 2); Texasman X-50 Aquabike $115 ($135 from December 2); Texasman Olympic $85 ($105 from December 2); Texasman Olympic Athena (female 165lbs+) $85 ($105 from December 2); Texasman Olympic Clydesdale (male 220lbs+) $85 ($105 from December 2); Texasman Sprint $69 ($89 from December 2). 3 more entries are listed in the events table. Prices in parentheses are the next RunSignup tier.
When does the Texasman Triathlon start?
All events start at 7 a.m. Sunday, April 25, 2027, in the order sprint, Olympic, X-50 and aquabike, then duathlon, with swim waves set a couple of weeks out. Transition is open 5:45–6:45 a.m., and weather can delay the start up to an hour. The X-50 cutoff is 1:30 p.m.
Is the Texasman Triathlon wetsuit legal?
Traditionally yes, but officials make the final call on race morning.
Do you need a USAT membership for Texasman?
Yes. The race is USA Triathlon sanctioned, so every athlete needs a current USAT membership or a one-day permit bought during registration.
Where is Texasman packet pickup?
Wednesday, April 21, 2–6 p.m. (location TBD); Thursday, April 22, 2–6 p.m. at Bear Creek Running Co. in Keller; and Saturday, April 24, noon–4 p.m. at Bike Mart in Richardson. Bring photo ID. Race-day pickup is only for athletes living more than 30 miles from a pickup site or with DAR’s permission.
How old do you have to be for the Texasman Triathlon?
13 for the sprint triathlon, 14 for the Olympic, X-50 and sprint duathlon.
Can I get a refund for the Texasman Triathlon?
No. Dallas Athletes Racing has a no-refund, no-transfer policy, and no event changes or deferrals at packet pickup.
Race facts checked November 9, 2026 against RunSignup: Texasman Triathlon info, RunSignup: Texasman events and fees and RunSignup: Texasman Triathlon. Entry fees come from RunSignup. Always confirm details with the race before you travel.
Events & distances
| Event | Distance | Start | Entry fee | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texasman Sprint | Multisport | Apr 25, 2027, 7:00 AM | $69.00 until Dec 1, 2026 | Opens Oct 15, 2026 · Closes Apr 25, 2027 |
| Texasman Olympic | Multisport | Apr 25, 2027, 7:00 AM | $85.00 until Dec 1, 2026 | Opens Oct 15, 2026 · Closes Apr 25, 2027 |
| Texasman X-50 | Multisport | Apr 25, 2027, 7:00 AM | $145.00 until Dec 1, 2026 | Opens Oct 15, 2026 · Closes Apr 25, 2027 |
| Texasman X-50 Aquabike | Multisport | Apr 25, 2027, 7:00 AM | $115.00 until Dec 1, 2026 | Opens Oct 15, 2026 · Closes Apr 25, 2027 |
| Texasman Sprint Athena (female 165lbs+) | Multisport | Apr 25, 2027, 7:00 AM | $69.00 until Dec 1, 2026 | Opens Oct 15, 2026 · Closes Apr 25, 2027 |
| Texasman Olympic Athena (female 165lbs+) | Multisport | Apr 25, 2027, 7:00 AM | $85.00 until Dec 1, 2026 | Opens Oct 15, 2026 · Closes Apr 25, 2027 |
| Texasman X-50 Athena (female 165lbs+) | Multisport | Apr 25, 2027, 7:00 AM | $145.00 until Dec 1, 2026 | Opens Oct 15, 2026 · Closes Apr 25, 2027 |
| Texasman Sprint Clydesdale (male 220lbs+) | Multisport | Apr 25, 2027, 7:00 AM | $69.00 until Dec 1, 2026 | Opens Oct 15, 2026 · Closes Apr 25, 2027 |
| Texasman Olympic Clydesdale (male 220lbs+) | Multisport | Apr 25, 2027, 7:00 AM | $85.00 until Dec 1, 2026 | Opens Oct 15, 2026 · Closes Apr 25, 2027 |
| Texasman X-50 Clydesdale (male 220lbs+) | Multisport | Apr 25, 2027, 7:00 AM | $145.00 until Dec 1, 2026 | Opens Oct 15, 2026 · Closes Apr 25, 2027 |
| Texasman Sprint Duathlon | Multisport | Apr 25, 2027, 7:00 AM | $69.00 until Dec 1, 2026 | Opens Oct 15, 2026 · Closes Apr 25, 2027 |
Fees shown are the RunSignup price tier in effect now, before processing fees. Times are local to the race.
About Texasman Triathlon
Come one - come all to the TexasMan Triathlon! This is an event you don't want to miss whether you are new to the sport, veteran, club member or supporting your participant. Competition will be tough and exhilarating as you compete against the best athletes around. No need for Texas residency
Venue: Join us at the beautiful Lake Ray Roberts for an open water swim, rural bike course (roads OPEN to vehicle traffic) and a shaded run course followed by a killer post-race party and pancakes by Dallas Athletes' renowned chefs.
NOTES:
Event start sequence.
Sprint
Olympic Triathlon
X-50 & X-50 Aqua-bike
Duathlon
USAT Competitive Rules 3.4a - "It is the participants responsibility to know the course". Please review course maps and race guide carefully for additional instructions and responsibilities,
SAFETY:
- Earpieces projecting sound are not permissible on the entire course.
- Riding in the traffic lane is not permitted
WEATHER POLICY
Our goal is to produce a full event as scheduled and only modify these plans due to safety concerns some of which can be caused by weather conditions.
In the event of inclement weather, the start time may be delayed by up to 1 hour. Past this time event courses may be shortened or altered to protect participants.
If conditions are unsafe, event changes including cancellation are at the discretion of the Race Director.
Thank you for participating and understanding of these policies, we appreciate your support and hope you have a GREAT RACE.
RECOMMENDATION: Roads are "chip seal". Lower your tire pressure at least 5 - 8 pounds for an easier, flat-free ride.
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