Rev3 Mighty Matapeake

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Get ready to celebrate the season's end at the Rev3 Mighty Matapeake Multisport Festival on September 26, 2026, in scenic Stevensville, MD. This straightforward and highly regarded event offers a perfect blend of challenge and natural beauty, making it a favorite for both seasoned and new multisport athletes. Participants can choose from various race configurations, including total distances around 15.9 miles, 15.6 miles, and 12.5 miles, encompassing sprint triathlon, duathlon, and aquabike options. Held at the picturesque Matapeake Beach Club, the race is celebrated for its welcoming atmosphere and the stunning backdrop of Queen Anne's County, Maryland.

The Rev3 Mighty Matapeake course is renowned for being exceptionally flat and fast across all disciplines, providing an excellent opportunity for personal bests. The 0.5-mile swim takes place in the Chesapeake Bay, where many athletes find they can stand for a significant portion of the course, often less than five feet deep, and can enjoy views of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge. Following the swim, the 12-mile bike leg is described as one of the easiest you'll experience, a straight and flat out-and-back journey along the Romancoke Road corridor (Route 8). While an open course with vehicle traffic, law enforcement is present at turns, and the route is clearly marked with orange arrows. Finally, the 3.1-mile run (or 0.85-mile for the first leg of the duathlon) unfolds on the scenic South Island Trail, part of the Rails to Trails system, also an out-and-back route with green arrow markings.

Runners can expect well-supported courses with at least one aid station on the run providing water and Gatorade, with self-serve options where volunteers ensure replenishment. The event, known for its organization and athlete focus, is a highlight of the Eastern Shore Triathlon Series. Typical race day conditions in late September offer pleasant weather, with highs around 78°F and lows around 59°F, and only a 12% chance of precipitation, creating ideal racing conditions for this fast and memorable course.

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