THE PINE BARRENS TRAIL DUATHLON
Sunday April 19th 2026 - 9:00am
Rain or Shine!
This new event highlights the beauty of Long Island's Pine Barrens and consists of a variety of trail conditions to enjoy and challenge you. From single-track to fire trails, rolling sections to hidden ponds and all through some of the most pristine and protected Pine Barrens in Suffolk County.
There's some softer sections, hard pack, pine needles, a few roots, lots of leaves...variety is the spice of life...and trails! Mountain Bikes, Fat Bikes...all are welcome!
BIKE SUPPORT!
We're proud to have TREK BICYCLE of LAKE GROVE partnering with us to provide BIKE SUPPORT for this event! TREK BICYCLE will have staff on site race morning to assist participants with any last minute mechanical issues! Nothing beats a professional wrench! Participants can even bring their bikes to their location by the Smithhaven Mall to get their bikes checked out prior to race day!
INDIVIDUAL & RELAY EVENTS
(Relay Teams may have 2 members of any gender combo, each person has to complete at least one stage.)
Trail Run - 1.5 Miles
Trail Bike - 9.3 Miles
Trail Run - 1.5 Miles
AWARDS:
Individual Event:
Top three male and female finishers overall &
Top three (3) males and females in the following age groups :
14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & up
Relay Event:Top three (3) in the following combos (not age-group specific): Two Males, Two Females, Mixed
AMENITIES:
High Quality Dry-fit t-shirts for all pre-registered participants only (by April 8th at Midnight)
*Custom wood finisher medals for all!
Post-race refreshments
Post-race awards ceremony
CHECK-IN:
Day of race registration, check-in and transition area for all participants will open at 7:30 AM. Day-of Registration and check-in for Pre-registered participants will be located at Brookhaven State Park.
EVENT START: 9:00 AM
PROFESSIONAL TIMING BY:
Strong Island Running Club
*Results, pictures and video available online after race. *Split times for T#1 and T#2 will be available after the final finisher.