The highly anticipated Tupper Lake Tinman Triathlon returns on Saturday, June 27, kicking off at 8 a.m. and continuing its legacy as one of the longest-running triathlons in North America.
Recently rated one of the Best Ironman 70.3 & Half-Distance Races in the U.S. for 2026 by Triathlon Magazine, the event draws athletes from across the United States—including Colorado, Arizona, Illinois, Ohio, Oregon, Washington, Kentucky, North Carolina, Texas, and Florida—as well as international participants from Canada and Colombia.
Now in its 44th year, the Tinman will welcome more than 400 athletes from across the Western Hemisphere in five events:
- Tinman (1.2-mile swim, 56-mile bike, 13.1-mile run)
- Aquabike (1.2-mile swim, 56-mile bike)
- Team Relay (1.2-mile swim, 56-mile bike, 13.1-mile run)
- Olympic (0.93-mile swim, 26-mile bike, 6.2-mile run)
- Sprint (0.5-mile swim, 12.6-mile bike, 3.1-mile run)
Race Director Wendy Peroza, a 25-year volunteer and race director for the past 10 years, credits the event’s continued success to the passion and dedication of the local organizing committee. “This race is entirely community-driven and plays a vital role in Tupper Lake’s summer season,” she said.
Many participants and their families extend their stay to explore the region and experience some of Tupper Lake’s newest attractions. This year is especially exciting as visitors can enjoy the first full summer season of the completed 34-mile Adirondack Rail Trail connecting Lake Placid and Tupper Lake, creating new opportunities for cycling, walking, and outdoor recreation throughout the region.
Visitors can also experience TROLLS: Save the Humans at The Wild Center, a new exhibition featuring six larger-than-life, folklore-inspired trolls that encourage people to reconnect with nature and become better stewards of the Earth. Beyond race weekend, guests enjoy the area’s hiking, paddling, local dining, and craft beverage scene, making Tupper Lake a destination for athletes and families alike.
Returning for the 2026 event is the Tinman Virtual Training Club, sponsored by Hotel Saranac. This free two-part training series features expert-led sessions on training and race-day preparations. Sessions are led by Sean Luitjens, who has completed more than 350 triathlons and ultras, ranging from local sprint races to World Championship events. Recordings are available at TupperLakeTinman.com/tinman-virtual-training.
Packet Pick-Up & Registration
Packet pick-up and registration will take place in the Tupper Lake Library Community Room on Friday, June 26, from 1 - 8 p.m.
Volunteer Opportunities & Stipends
Volunteers are still needed for packet pick-up, course setup, and race-day support, including on-water paddle support. Nonprofit groups of eight or more are eligible for $200 stipends to support their organizations. Sign up at TupperLakeTinman.com/volunteers or email tinman@tupperlake.com.
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