The Spirit of Kona Triathlons & 5k/10k

Lenoir City, TN · Last listed edition Sat 9 May 2026

Last listed edition Sat 9 May 2026

Sprint triathlon

Reports and event feedback

Larry Brede’s 2020 Spirit of Kona Sprint report ↗
Larry Brede / Knoxville Track Club Footnotes · 2020
Larry found packet pickup efficient, transition spacious and the staggered start well spread out. He enjoyed the June 2020 Sprint and wanted to return. That edition required athletes to bring bottles and refill from water jugs rather than use normal aid service.
Source context and limitations
Historical June7,2020 pandemic-era Sprint. The writer’s positive safety opinion is not adopted as a medical finding. Current routes are modified; old distancing rules, field limits, start times and aid arrangements do not describe today’s services. The club has an affiliation with the producer. Same writer as the 2021 column.
A participant recalls the cold 2021 Spirit of Kona edition ↗
Larry Brede / Knoxville Track Club Footnotes · 2021
Larry found the initial cold swim uncomfortable but became comfortable after a few minutes. He described an easy transition to the bike, cold feet during the ride and an awkward shoe change before a manageable run. He looked forward to returning in warmer conditions.
Source context and limitations
Historical April17,2021 account; his individual distance is unstated. These are personal sensations, not medical advice or a general safety finding. Reports about other athletes are not presented as verified consensus. Current dates and modified routes differ. Club/producer affiliation and repeated writer remain explicit.

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