Old Florida Gravel
Nov 7Lake City, FL100 mi, 70 mi +3
42 mi from Not So Scary Triathlon, 2 weeks after Not So Scary Triathlon, registration open
At a glance
- Date
- Oct 25, 2026
- Location
- Gainesville, Florida
- Registration
- Open until Oct 24, 2026, via runsignup.com
Listed from RunSignUp. Checked Oct 22, 2026.
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Build my planAbout this race
Think a triathlon sounds intimidating? Think again!
The Not So Scary Triathlon is the perfect introduction to the world of multisport racing — designed specifically for kids ages 4 to 15! Whether your child is a seasoned young athlete or lacing up for their very first race, this event is built to be fun, exciting, and — you guessed it — not so scary at all.
Race distance varies by age:
4 - 6 years: swim 50m, 0.5mi bike, 0.3mi run
7 - 8 years: swim 50m, 1.3mi bike, 0.7mi run
9 - 10 years: swim 100m, 2.6mi bike, 0.7mi run
11 - 12 years: swim 200m, 3.9mi bike, 1.5mi run
13 -15 years: swim 200m, 5.2mi bike, 1.5mi run
Why Sign Up?
✅ Age-appropriate distances for every racer
✅ First-timers and beginners warmly welcomed
✅ Safe, supportive, community atmosphere
✅ Three sports, one unforgettable experience
✅ Memories (and bragging rights) that last all year
Key dates
Registration opens
Sep 1, 2026
Registration closes
Oct 24, 2026
Standard ends
Oct 24, 2026
Race day
Oct 25, 2026
Pricing
Current price
$45
Standard
Ends
Oct 24, 2026
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