Welcome to the 22nd Annual Appleman Triathlon
The beach front transition area, challenging and scenic race course, crowds of spectators and maple syrup prizes have made this race a New England favorite for many years. All racers receive a high performance athlete t-shirt as well as a memorable dated finisher's medal.
The Appleman Triathlon is now managed and timed by the top-notch team at New England Timing.
All race options sells out quickly, so register early if you want to call yourself an Appleman this year.
NOTE TO RELAY TEAMS: ONLY ONE TEAM MEMBER NEEDS TO REGISTER, PAY, AND CREATE A TEAM FOR THE RELAY.
OTHER RELAY TEAM MEMBERS WILL THEN NEED TO ADD THEMSELVES TO THE TEAM BY SELECTING THE RELAY SIGN UP OPTION, BUT THEN CHOOSE "JOIN AN EXISTING RELAY TEAM" AND COMPLETE THEIR REGISTRATION! ADDITIONAL RELAY TEAM MEMBERS WILL ONLY PAY FOR A USAT LICENSE.
PLEASE NOTE: ALL RELAY TEAM MEMBERS WILL RECEIVE A T-SHIRT AND ARE WELCOME TO RUN THROUGH THE FINISH ARCH AS A TEAM AND COLLECT MEDALS. MAPLE SYRUP PRIZES ARE AWARDED TO ALL MEMBERS OF WINNING RELAY TEAMS.
PACKET PICK UP
Saturday, July 18th from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Littleton Town Beach.
Sunday, July 19th from 6:15 AM to 7:45 AM at the race venue, Littleton Town Beach
Athlete parking will be at the Shaker Lane Elementary School, 35 Shaker Lane, Littleton, MA.
Please do not try to park on any of the side streets near the beach.
INCLEMENT WEATHER
Please note the race will be held rain or shine, but if the weather or other unforeseen circumstances threaten the safety of athletes, race management reserves the right to cancel the event or alter portions of the swim, bike, and/or run courses.
Please understand that in the unlikely case that we did have to cancel the event, no refunds would be issued, however, a partial credit would be offered to next year’s race; further details will be communicated post-race.
SCHEDULE OF RACE DAY
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Transition zone will open at 6:15 AM and close at 7:45 AM
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Race day registration from 6:15 AM to 7:45 AM
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Transition zone will be re-opened around 9:30 AM
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Awards presentation will begin at approximately 10 AM. Please be present for your award or have someone pick it up for you as we
cannot mail out.
- Pre-Race Meeting is at 7:45 AM at the swim start on the beach
THE RACE COURSE
Swim
The GPS measured swim takes place in placid Long Pond and is a .50 mile triangular course. There will be a time trial start. Swim angels are available for athletes who would like an experienced swimmer to accompany them on the swim. First come, first serve basis.
Bike
The 10 mile bike course is a single loop through Littleton with some hills in the park area that are sure to raise your heart rate a beat or two.
Run
The on and off-road run course is well-marked and marshaled and one of the most interesting run routes of any sprint triathlon with an off-road section that keeps you focused and gives you great material for your post-race stories. The run finishes along the beach with cheering spectators fueling the athletes along the final stretch. Then it’s under the giant New England Timing finish arch and on to the post-race festivities.
Triathlon
The triathlon will have a time trial swim start.. Your race time will start when you cross over the Swim Start mats on the beach.
Duathlon
The duathlon will start approximately at the same time as the first swimmers enter the water. The start will be at the Run-Out portion of transition with your race time starting when you cross over the Run-Out timing mat.
Aqua-Bike
The swim will be part of the regular swim and they will not have a special start. Your race will finish when you cross the BIKE-IN mats. If you wish, Aqua-bikers are welcome to cross the finish and receive your medal. Please return your timing chip to one of the volunteers in the transition area.
RACE VENUE ACTIVITIES
Come to race but stay for the fun! Your triathlon experience includes a DJ playing great music and yummy post-race treats. This is a family-friendly race venue with a playground on the beach.
USAT SANCTIONED
Results will count toward national and regional rankings. All USAT rules and regulations will apply. Racers are subject to time penalties or disqualification for infractions of USAT rules.
MASSACHUSETTS STATE CHAMPIONSHIP
This is a 2026 USA Triathlon State Championships Ranking Point Event. Residents of Massachusetts can earn points which — combined with results in other qualifying races — will be totaled by USA Triathlon at the end of 2026. Note: you must participate in at least three qualifying races to be eligible for State Champion.
APPLEMAN BIKE COURSE
APPLEMAN RUN COURSE
VOLUNTEER SIGN UP