Belews Lake Olympic Triathlon

Get out your calendars and lace up your shoes! The 12th Fleet Feet Pickle is slated to take place on July 18, 2026. Grab your friends and fellow runners for this destination relay fun run between our Fleet Feet locations. Join us after for a fun gathering at our High Point store. This year, The Little Gherkin will be its own event in Burlington on Saturday, July 11, 2026.

The relay course takes runners along the Greenway from Greensboro to High Point in a 16.1 mile route. This will be a relay in which 3 hand off locations will be set. Teams can be comprised of 4 members, 2 members or 1 brave participant! There will be a shuttle back for solo runners. For The Little Gherkin, we will complete a 5K out and back route on the running/bike path along University Dr.

Pickle Run: For your $40 donation (per person) you will a get 1 pair of Tifosi Swank Sunglasses ($35 value) and a pair of custom pickle socks from Wrightsock ($18 value).

All proceeds from this fun run will go to the Go Far-Fleet Feet Lace Up Program. Funds from this program are used to provide children at schools throughout Greensboro/High Point/Burlington with new shoes in order to safely and comfortably participate in the Go Far 5K training program/race.

https://www.gofarclub.org/

Each team will be responsible for transportation of their team members. There will be places for cars to stop at each relay check point. Aid stations will be located at each relay handoff and at 3 additional spots. For any further questions, please contact John at [email protected].

The Pickle:

Start Location: Fleet Feet Greensboro--3731 Lawndale Dr Greensboro, NC 27455

Start Time: 7:00am

End Location: Fleet Feet High Point--2762 Highway 68, Unit 111 High Point, NC 27265

Packet Pick-up:

***Thursday July 16th at Fleet Feet High Point from 4-6pm

Friday, July 17th at Fleet Feet Greensboro from 4-6pm

Saturday, July 18th from 6:15-6:50 am at Fleet Feet Greensboro

This event will be the 10th annual Stop, Drop, and Roll 5K. Always a huge success, 2026 will hopefully be even bigger and better. This year, donations will go towards the Guilford Composite Squadron of Civil Air Patrol.

All 5K participants will receive a short-sleeved t-shirt and a finisher surprise!

The day will start with a fun run for the smaller runners followed by a 5K run/walk which is the main event of the day. Following the 5K, there will be fresh warm chili served at the fire station free of charge.

This unique event is great for your company or organization to be a part of. This is a great opportunity for your company to give back to the community and promote your name!

Nat Greene’s Revenge is North Carolina’s premier fall triathlon, duathlon, and aquabike event, offering athletes a unique chance to race both on-road and off-road multisport courses—all in one morning. Held at the scenic Lake Brandt Marina in Greensboro, NC, this race delivers a dynamic and inclusive experience for all types of endurance athletes, from first-timers to seasoned competitors. New for 2026, all racing will take place in the morning, allowing for a smooth, unified race schedule and more time to connect with fellow athletes post-race.

Race options

• On-Road Triathlon: 800m swim, 12.5-mile road bike, 3.25-mile run

• On-Road Duathlon: 2-mile run, 12.5-mile road bike, 3.25-mile run

• On-Road Aquabike: 800m swim, 12.5-mile road bike

• Off-Road Triathlon: 800m swim, 14.5-mile mountain bike, 5K trail run

Lake Brandt is typically around 76°F in early October, which means we anticipate the race will be wetsuit legal, falling within the USA Triathlon-approved range (60.7°F to 78.0°F). Athletes should come prepared to race in wetsuit-permitted conditions, though the final temperature will be announced closer to race day.

Why race Nat Greene’s Revenge?

• Scenic courses through Lake Brandt and surrounding wooded trails

• Unique opportunity to choose between on-road and off-road triathlon formats

• Supportive, welcoming multisport community

• Well-marked courses and excellent volunteer support

• Custom race swag and memorable finisher medals

• Convenient location in Greensboro, NC with ample parking and easy access

• USA Triathlon sanctioning, ensuring a safe, well-organized experience

Whether you’re chasing a personal best or simply want to soak up the final race-day vibes of the year, Nat Greene’s Revenge is the perfect way to end your 2026 multisport season.

*If the trail is too wet to race on, participants will have option to switch to road race or off-road aquathon

Celebrating 20 years of racing, the Triple Lakes Trail Race is one of the most iconic and established trail races in North Carolina. Held each fall in Greensboro, this premier trail racing event is centered around Lake Brandt, Lake Townsend, and Lake Jeanette, taking runners through miles of scenic watershed trails at Bur-Mil Park. With distance options including a Half Marathon, Marathon, and 40-Mile Ultra, plus relay options, Triple Lakes offers an unforgettable experience for trail runners of all levels. The course is extremely well marked, well aided, and features very generous cutoffs, making it an ideal race for first-time trail racers, marathoners stepping up in distance, and seasoned ultra runners alike. This race is part of the North Carolina Trail Mega Medal Series!

Race Distances

• Half Marathon (trail run)

• Marathon (individual or relay)

• 40-Mile Ultra (individual or relay)

Highlights of Triple Lakes Trail Race

• 20 years of proven excellence in North Carolina trail racing

• Scenic watershed trails winding around Lake Brandt, Lake Townsend, and Lake Jeanette

• Extremely well-marked course, allowing runners to focus on racing, not navigation

• Well-stocked aid stations positioned throughout the course

• Very generous cutoffs, supporting a wide range of paces and experience levels

• Ultra and relay options, perfect for those chasing big miles or sharing the challenge with teammates

• Ideal progression race, from half marathon to marathon to ultra distance

• Strong trail community atmosphere, with experienced volunteers and enthusiastic support

• Post-race celebration, making the finish line just as memorable as the miles leading to it

• Unique finisher medal, which is part of the Trivium Trail Mega Medal Series

A racing option for all levels

Whether you are tackling your first trail half marathon, stepping up to a trail marathon, or taking on the challenge of a 40-mile ultra, the Triple Lakes Trail Race is designed to help you succeed. Relay options make the marathon and 40-mile distances accessible for teams, while the course layout and support make this race both challenging and achievable.

If you’re looking for a North Carolina trail race with history, community, outstanding organization, and unforgettable scenery, the Triple Lakes Trail Race delivers year after year.