Smiley Sprint Triathlon

About the Event

Start time: 7:30 AM

Distances:
300m swim
12 mile bike
5K run

**There are three waves of starters for this event. Wave 1 includes all participants who register by June 30. Wave 2 includes all participants who register July 1 - 22. Wave 3 includes all participants who register July 23 - race day. If you register in Waves 2 or 3 your start time WILL BE LATER. Please plan accordingly. If you would like to be sorted within Wave 1 then you MUST REGISTER BY JUNE 30.

Are you ready for the BEST the sport of triathlon has to offer!? Our Smiley race will feature top triathletes in the area (and country) and we also welcome first-timers and all who come to participate. EVERYONE get a Championship reception! PLEASE join us!

The Smiley Sprint Triathlon continues the tradition of triathlon in the Forsyth County/Winston-Salem Area. A Team of premiere Ironman triathletes (100 Ironman finishes between them!) from this area have a passion for the sport and promoting healthy fitness lifestyles in our community. The “Smiley” concept recognizes the life and mission of Richard Smiley. For those that knew Richard, “Smiley” is in recognition of his spirit and giving heart to our community. For those who didn’t know him, “Smiley” means we are going to have a happy day of health and fitness for all (Richard would have it no other way!). This race is a non-profit event. The organizers roll 100% of the proceeds back into the race, or to local charities with a priority to brain cancer initiatives.

Are you a first timer and a bit nervous? No worries – we are the ONLY triathlon with a concierge team ready to help YOU all day long!

The Smiley Sprint Triathlon is particularly welcoming to first-time triathletes including first-timers’ recognition at the Awards Ceremony, a triathlon/transition clinic at packet pickup, and the opportunity to participate in Triathlon 101 Training program at Fleet Feet Sports (Program includes race registration + USA Triathlon license!).

Smiley National (worldwide?) Race Coverage on Slowtwitch.com HERE

Races Offered

Age Group

Jul 26, 2026

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07:30

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$84.00

Aquabike

Jul 26, 2026

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Distance — Aquabike

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07:30

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$84.00

Assisted Athlete

Jul 26, 2026

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Distance — Assisted Athlete

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07:30

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$84.00

Athena

Jul 26, 2026

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Distance — Athena

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07:30

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$84.00

Clydesdale

Jul 26, 2026

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Distance — Clydesdale

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07:30

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$84.00

Novice

Jul 26, 2026

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Distance — Novice

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07:30

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$84.00

Relay Team

Jul 26, 2026

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07:30

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$113.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for July in Clemmons.

thermostat Temperature

21.6° / 32.2°

wb_sunny Feels like

23.8° / 34.0°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

11h 22m

water_drop Avg rainfall

4.2 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

7.6 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Very high

terrain Course conditions

Hard and dry surface

sunny Max UV Index

Very High (8.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

72.1%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:17

nightlight Sunset

20:36

About Clemmons

Learn more about the host city, Clemmons.

Clemmons is a village in Forsyth County, North Carolina, United States, and a suburb of Winston-Salem. The population was 21,177 at the 2020 census, with an estimated population of 21,517 in 2021.