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New Year, New Goals. Why start a new hobby when New Year, New Goals. 

Why start a new hobby when you can start 3?
Swim/paddleboard, bike, and run into the new year!

Whether you're a pro or a first-time triathlete, we have a spot for you. Morro Bay Triathlon has several event options to choose from: 
-Sprint and Olympic distances
-Relay options
-Swim alternatives (kayak/paddleboard)

Shop this sale starting midnight Dec. 30th- 11:59 pm Jan 1st.

See you Sunday, November 1, 2026 in Morro Bay, CA 

🏊‍♀️🛶🚵‍♂️🏃‍♀️

Photo credit: @ianyourface
Happy Holidays from Morro Bay Triathlon! Wishing Happy Holidays from Morro Bay Triathlon!

Wishing you and your families a wonderful holiday season and a happy new year. 

See you all in 2026!

💙 Morro Bay Tri Staff
Reminiscing about 2025. Thank you athletes, volun Reminiscing about 2025.

Thank you athletes, volunteers, sponsors, vendors, partners, and everyone who loves this small town race as much as we do 🌊🏅

We are already hard at work planning MB Tri 2026! We have been reading through survey results and we are so ecstatic you all had so much fun. 

As a thank you, we're having a $25 off sale for our 2026 race 💙

New Year Sale: Dec 30-Jan 1. Make sure you follow @morrobaytri for more info to come! 

Photo credit: @ianyourface
Get ready for Morro Bay Triathlon's 15th year Whe Get ready for Morro Bay Triathlon's 15th year

Whether you're a seasoned pro or a first-timer, Morro Bay Triathlon has a spot for you. 

🌊 Not a strong swimmer? Opt for kayaking or stand-up paddleboarding instead - rentals available with delivery to the start line!

👨‍👩‍👦 Go solo or grab friends for a relay - there's something for everyone. 

🔗 Sign up now for the lowest price! Register via link in bio or visit www.morrobaytri.com

Photo credit: @ianyourface
2026 REGISTRATION NOW OPEN Get ready to race with 2026 REGISTRATION NOW OPEN

Get ready to race with us on Sunday, November 1, 2026! Take advantage of our incredible Black Friday Sale and lock in our lowest price for 2026.

All ages and levels of triathletes encouraged to join - from beginners to pros. New to triathlons? We are beginner-friendly with paddle, relay, and sprint options. 

Prices increase on 12/2. Click the link in our bio to register now!

PC: @ianyourface
The wait is over We're thrilled to announce Morro The wait is over

We're thrilled to announce Morro Bay Triathlon 2026 will take place on 
Sunday, November 1, 2026.

Early Registration/Black Friday Sale starts, 11/26–don't miss out on the lowest race prices, plus an additional discount.

Mark your calendars and see you November 1, 2026
A foggy Morro Bay race start It's been a few year A foggy Morro Bay race start

It's been a few years since we've been graced with the famous Morro Bay fog on race day. Recent years had clear skies and sun, but this year, we had warmer water as a perk.

The fog welcomed racers and made for epic photos!

Photo credit: @ianyourface
A sneak peek into race day A sneak peek into race day
Huge thank you to our volunteers and staff for put Huge thank you to our volunteers and staff for putting on another incredible race!

One of the most special things about Morro Bay Triathlon is that it's locally run and supported by our community here in San Luis Obispo County. 

We partner with local clubs, businesses, and schools whose volunteers major roles in why Morro Bay Triathlon is so beloved.

Volunteers help with course flagging, kayak hauling, body marking, festival set-up, packet pick-up, aid stations, handing out medals, cheering on our athletes, and so so much more. 

We are so grateful to have such incredible, passionate volunteers!!!

Please show them some love in the comments below ⬇️⬇️
THANK YOU Thank you for coming out, giving your a THANK YOU

Thank you for coming out, giving your all, and celebrating with us. 

We'll be posting more epic photos soon. 

Photo credit: @ianyourface
🛟 We have your back Whether you're swimming, kaya 🛟 We have your back

Whether you're swimming, kayaking, or SUPing during our race, we always have the absolute best professionals looking out for you. 

We are grateful to partner with @morrobayharbordept , @san_luis_ambulance , and lifeguards from @morrobayharbordept , @avilabeachlifeguards , @castatelifeguards , and @oceanoduneslifeguards 

Racers: Lifeguards are staged at each turnaround for the kayak/SUP courses, and even more lifeguards are spread evenly throughout the swim course. @morrobayharbordept will also be monitoring via boat/jetski to provide dispatch communications to lifeguards and MB Tri staff. 

These lifeguards are absolute legends and you'll be in the best hands! When you get a chance, please thank them for keeping our racers safe for 14 years and counting. 
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Take on the challenge on this legendary bike cours Take on the challenge on this legendary bike course up scenic Highway 1, down through quaint @cayucosca, and back to @morrobayca.

Need bike help or bike gear? @foothillcyclery will hook you up with neutral bike support before the race 6:00 am-7:30 am near the transition area.

Our top priority is safety! We partner with @chp_slo_official, AWP Safety, @morrobaypd, and @caltrans_d5 to safely close one lane of Highway 1 northbound for our race. However, this is not a closed course. Racers, please make sure to follow ALL California traffic laws and obey flaggers, traffic officers, and signage, especially at intersections and offramps. Failure to do so may result in disqualification. We'll also have volunteers and a motorcyclist sweep on bike course. Be sure to thank them as you ride by!

Spectators, get ready to cheer on our athletes! Athletes, we'll see you soon.
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Best spots to cheer on athletes ⬇️ 📣 Get your sig Best spots to cheer on athletes ⬇️

📣 Get your signs, noise makers, and cheers ready!!

🌊 Race Start: Coleman Park
🚲 Bike Course: Downtown @cayucosca (Olympic distance only)
🏃‍♀️ Run Course: Morro Strand State Beach

. . .and of course, from the Finish Line Festival area at Coleman Park! 🍻🌭🛍

Need caffeine and food to fuel your cheers? We have food trucks starting at 6 am.

Want to be part of the action? Volunteer to help our athletes! Sign up by heading to our website www.morrobaytri.com. Link in bio. 
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Join us at Morro Bay Triathlon for our 14th year c Join us at Morro Bay Triathlon for our 14th year celebrating our athletes! Bring everyone – friends, family, dogs – our Festival Area is open to the public! 

📣 Whether you're an athlete or a spectator, come enjoy beer, cider, food vendors, shopping, and more while cheering on finishers under the iconic Morro Rock. As always, we have a great lineup of local businesses to keep the celebration going! 

🛶 Morro Bay Tri is beginner-friendly with relay and swim alternatives. Not into swimming? No problem! You can kayak or stand-up paddle instead. Don’t have a kayak? Rent it from us and have it delivered right to you on race day. 

🤝 Not up for the run or bike? Grab some friends and make it a relay! There’s a way for everyone to join the fun. 

🔗 Be sure to register now so you can lock into this gorgeous beach triathlon! Register now via link in bio or www.morrobaytri.com
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🌊 10 days until race day Have you started trainin 🌊 10 days until race day

Have you started training?

#triathlete #triathlontraining #openwaterswimming #trainingmotivation #swimbikerun #swimming
❤️ 🤝 ❤️ Thank you Special Olympics Southern Calif ❤️ 🤝 ❤️

Thank you Special Olympics Southern California for empowering so many athletes in our community and thank you for being our longtime partner. We are so grateful.

DONATE: sosc.org
REGISTER: morrobaytri.com
Custom race hat? Yes, please! Brought to you by o Custom race hat? Yes, please!

Brought to you by our friends/sponsor @fractelrunning 

✨️ We will be giving these out to some lucky people on Race Day! 

Sunday, November 2nd at Coleman Park, Morro Bay 

🏁 Race starts at 8 am and we'll be celebrating in the Festival Area until early afternoon 🥳

Who wants one of these custom race hats? ⬇️⬇️
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Whether you're racing or watching, we can't wait t Whether you're racing or watching, we can't wait to see you all soon 
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Check out a few of our race partners and festival vendors tagged in the 2nd picture 🥳🥂
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Race day is coming up, but we have your back 🏊‍♂️ Race day is coming up, but we have your back

🏊‍♂️ You'll be coached and guided by Jon Harmse—MB Tri owner, MB Tri race director, tri coach, triathlete, and certified lifeguard. Tldr, you'll be in great hands. 

🚴‍♂️ Jon will guide you through the Sprint Distance Triathlon at a non-race pace. You'll start with the bike and run, then finish with the swim in gorgeous Morro Bay. You'll meet other athletes, gain valuable course insight, and just have fun while preparing for race day November 2nd!

Don't take our word for it; read what our  participants wrote about our 9/27 pre-race full clinic ✨️

ALL LEVELS WELCOME

🔗 For clinic details, gear list, and sign-ups, click the link in bio or go to www.morrobaytri.com!
Register now to get that finish line feeling 🏅Don Register now to get that finish line feeling

🏅Don't miss out on this iconic, bucket list beach triathlon. You can swim or paddle our protected Morro Bay Harbor, bike the scenic Highway 1, and run on the beach and boardwalk to a finish under the Gibraltar of the Pacific–Morro Rock!

🌊 You won't want to miss this race on Sunday, November 2. It's beginner-friendly with relay and swim options (you can kayak or SUP instead!)

Everyone is welcome! Whether you're an athlete or a spectator, come enjoy our Festival area. We'll have beer, cider, food, shopping, and more! Help cheer on our finishers and as always, we have a great lineup to keep the celebration going. 

🔗 Register using the link in bio or www.morrobaytri.com
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