CajunMan Triathlon, Duathlon, Aquabike, Aquathlon & 5k Run

Sun, Sep 6, 2026, 3:00 AM CDT

Location: 200 PERIMETER RD, Lafayette, LA 70508
Type: Run

Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).

Race feel

Challenge yourself with a multi-sport tradition on the Gulf Coast, featuring a swim, bike, and run through Lafayette, LA.

Competitive

The CajunMan Triathlon, Duathlon, Aquabike, Aquathlon & 5k Run invites endurance athletes and beginners alike to Lafayette, LA. This multi-sport event features an open water swim in Airport Lake, a bike course through Lafayette Parish, and a run within the Lafayette Regional Airport grounds. Known as a tradition for endurance enthusiasts, it's a USA Triathlon sanctioned race offering a challenging yet welcoming experience for those seeking one of the Gulf Coast's premier events.

What to expect

- Tackle an open water swim in Airport Lake, with safety aid available.
- Pedal through Lafayette Parish on a marked bike course.
- Run a 5K course within the Lafayette Regional Airport, supported by aid stations offering water and fluid replacement.

Standout details

USA Triathlon sanctioned race

From the organizer

CajunMan Tri, Du, AquaBike, Aquathon & 5k run/walk

Sunday, September 7, 2025 @ 7:00 am

This race is a tradition, for all endurance fiends! 1/2 mile of swimming in Airport Lake, 20 miles of pedaling on the roads of Lafayette Parish, and 3.1 miles on foot through the grounds of the Lafayette Regional Airport. Whether a beginner doing their first open water triathlon or an experienced triathlete looking for one of the best races on the Gulf Coast, this is the event!!

Race Distances

The SWIM -- 1/2 mile or 400 meter beginner This is an open water swim. Water temperatures will most likely be in the mid-70F range. Use of wet suits is subject to USA Triathlon rules. The wetsuit call will be made after temperatures are taken race morning. Bring your wetsuit if you are so inclined. There will be boats and other water safety aid available during the swim. You should be able to swim at least ½ mile before deciding to enter this event. All swimmers will be required to wear swim caps, which will be provided.

THE BIKE -- 20 miles New and improved route that avoids the worst sections on Garber Rd. All turns will be marked. Volunteers will be on the course but you are to stay aware of the surroundings and to know the course.

THE RUN -- 5K (3.1 miles) The run will start and finish near the transition area near Airport Lake. The course will include the roads within the Lafayette Regional Airport. The course will be marked and volunteers will be on the course. There will be at least 2 possibilities to pass an aid station on the run. THERE ARE 3 WATER ON THE RUN. AT THE START OF THE RUN, MILE 1, HALF-WAY, MILE 2 AND RIGHT BEFORE THE FINISH. The aid stations will offer water, fluid replacement drinks, and encouragement.

Relay Teams Don't want to do the whole race? Come race as a team! Each team member will compete in one of the individual sports. Relay teams must have a minimum of 2 participants. (Yes, one team member can do 2 sports while the other team member does the other sport.)

USA Triathlon Sanctioned Race This race is being sanctioned with USAT. You, including all relay team members, must be a licensed USA Triathlon member at the time of registration or buy a one-day license to participate for $15.00. you can buy one one our website in the store along with your registration. NOT NECESSARY FOR 5K