SuperSprint Distance
A quarter mile in Lady Bird Lake. Over six miles through downtown Austin with the Texas State Capitol in your sights. A mile and a half on the legendary lakefront. SuperSprint is manageable distance, world-class venue, unforgettable finish.
Monday morning at Vic Mathias Shores. Your triathlon story starts here.
Lady Bird Lake to Auditorium Shores
Your First Finish Line at Lady Bird Lake
A quarter mile in pristine fresh water. Calm conditions. Protected from currents. The Austin skyline rises above you as you find your rhythm in the water.
SuperSprint swimmers at Austin take 12-18 minutes on average. Elite swimmers finish in 10 minutes. First-timers take their time and finish just as strong. By the moment you exit the water, you've already proven you're capable of this distance.
Lady Bird Lake on Memorial Day morning. This is where your triathlon begins.
Six Miles Through Downtown Austin
Flat. Fast. Closed to traffic. You'll pedal through downtown Austin with the Texas State Capitol in your sights and wide-open streets ahead of you. No climbing. No technical handling. Just momentum and speed.
SuperSprint cyclists at Austin average 25-35 minutes on the bike. The course is designed for confidence, not survival. Every turn is clear. Every segment rewards your training. By five miles in, you'll be flying.
Austin's urban course makes SuperSprint unforgettable. This is cycling through a city that celebrates movement.
Everything You Need, Monday at Auditorium Shores
Packet pickup. Transition setup. Wave assignments. Spectator parking. Pre-race briefing. We've handled every detail so you can focus on racing.
Your Quick Guide covers parking locations, what to bring, transition logistics, gear rules, and timing. The First Timer Program includes email coaching leading up to race day: what to eat, when to train, how to prep your mind.
Monday morning, you'll walk into transition confident. You'll recognize volunteers from briefings. You'll see other first-timers and realize you're not alone. You'll finish with a medal and a story that changes everything.
The finish line at Auditorium Shores is surrounded by spectators, volunteers, and the energy of a community that celebrates every athlete who crosses it.
FAQs
You'll have 25 minutes to complete the 0.25mi swim after the final swimmer enters the water. If you don't finish within that window, you'll be pulled from the water. Safety first, always.
Austin water temperature in May is typically borderline 78°F. Per USAT rules, if water is below 78°F, wetsuits are legal and count for awards; at 78.1°F or above, wetsuits are optional but would disqualify you from awards.
Our water safety team consists of fully qualified lifeguards plus bank-based lifeguards on pontoons. If you get into difficulty, lie on your back, raise your arm, and a kayak will come to you.
No, there is no swim warm-up available at the event. Arrive early on Monday to familiarize yourself with the entry point and water.
Your bike must be road-worthy and comply with USAT rules. Handlebars must have stoppers (no bare open metal), you must wear an approved safety helmet, and fixed-wheel bikes are not permitted.
