TriByKnight Triathlon
The TriByKnight Triathlon, now in its 15th year, was the first triathlon in the Waverly area and is one of the most popular early season events in the region. This USAT-sanctioned sprint tri (300-yard swim, 15-mile bike, 3.1-mile run) is perfect for those just getting started in the sport. The event, staged on the Wartburg College campus, features a time-trial pool start in The Wartburg-Waverly Sports & Wellness Center’s state-of-the-art Schuldt Natatorium.
DATE: May 2, 2026
TIME: 8 a.m.
Race Directors: Heather Zajicek, Sheila Kittleson, and Carrie Tysdahl
Contact: 319-352-8717
Important Information
Event Cancellation: Please check the Facebook page on race day for updates if you suspect delays or cancellation due to inclement weather (i.e. lightning).
Refund Policy: Registration is neither refundable nor transferable.
Awards
The top three overall male and female finishers and the top three finishers in each of the other categories (Age Group, Clydesdale, Athena, Collegiate, Relay) will receive an award.
Packet Pick-Up
Packet pickup is Friday, May 1, 4-7 p.m. at Get Roasted Coffee, 106 W. Bremer Ave., and Saturday, May 2, 6:30-8:30 a.m. inside The W. Athletes must pick up their own packets and will be required to show a photo ID and USAT membership card (if applicable). This also applies to individual relay team members.
USAT
Sanctioned
The TriByKnight is sanctioned by USA Triathlon (USAT). Participants must be annual members of or have a one-day permit from USAT. The $15 USAT one-day permit fee is added to nonmembers’ entry fees at check-out. USAT members must present their USAT membership card and photo ID at packet pickup.
Triathlon Maps
Swim
The swim will be a 300-yard, serpentine swim in The W pool. Each swimmer will swim up and down each lane. Athletes may push off the wall and use flip turns. The start of the swim will begin in the pool. The swim will be a time-trial start based on the swim time that the athlete provides. To pass another swimmer, simply tap on their foot and pass them. If you are tapped, you must allow the person behind you to pass. To exit the swim you will turn to your left by the spa and swim over to the steps.
Swimmers will line up according to swim time. Please time yourself at 300 yards before the race so that you can estimate an accurate time. We reserve the right to remove athletes from the pool and re-start them if needed.
Transition
The transition area will be on the north side of The W by the main entrance in parking lot M, while the finish line will be on the track in front of the bleachers by the inflatable finish line. A bike shop will be available for those last-minute bike issues. The bike out and in will be located on the north side, and the run out will be on the south side. Transition space will be assigned by bib number. Please rack your bike by its seat with the location number showing on the side where your wheel is down. Set up your gear next to your front tire.
Bike
The 15-mile bike ride will be a loop course. You will start and finish at The W. The course gently rolls out into scenic and friendly Midwest farm country. Roads will be open to traffic, but volunteers and law enforcement will assist with traffic direction.
Run
The run course is a 5K run consisting of three loops. Each loop includes a short run on the track and finishes at the 50-yard line in Walston-Hoover Stadium. There will be one aid station on the west side of the stadium. Water and Gatorade will be provided.
