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✨June 13 & 14, 2026✨. 2 Days of Mutltisport Fun in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Both Gravel, & Mtn Bike tri/du plus Road tri/du/aquabike in 2 distances!

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Thank you to everyone who made the 2026 Ozark Valley Triathlon such an incredible weekend! 💙

As we start planning for 2027, we'd love to hear your feedback. Whether you raced, volunteered, spectated, or even if you registered but couldn't make it, your input helps us make the event even better.

📝 Complete the post-race survey for a chance to win a pair of Ray-Ban sunglasses, courtesy of McDonald Eye Associates!

📸 Race photos are also available now from RBS Pics—find your favorite moments from race weekend and relive the memories.

Saturday Link: https://www.racephotonetwork.com/track/e.aspx?2466970-2607-2AC864670F

Sunday Link: https://www.racephotonetwork.com/track/e.aspx?2467479-2607-6F79B73ECA

Survey link can be found below ⬇️

https://docs.google.com/forms/u/1/d/1G3GkKaMourZ4TSAl1prd4E-H0E3wY5D9Q_WK5x5r4xY/edit?usp=sharing_eil_se_dm&ts=6a32b74f

Thank you for being part of the OVT community, and we'll see you next year!

#OzarkValleyTri #DegrayLakeTri by @ozarkvalleytri

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Photos available! Race day memories frozen in time 🏊🏼‍♀️🚴🏼🏃🏼

Saturday Link: https://www.racephotonetwork.com/track/e.aspx?2466970-2607-2AC864670F

Sunday Link: https://www.racephotonetwork.com/track/e.aspx?2467479-2607-6F79B73ECA

Send it to a friend 🫶🏼

Thank you RBS Pics! taken in Lake Wedington Recreation Area by @ozarkvalleytri

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Day ✌️ done and dusted!

Thank you to all who participated, cheered, and volunteered!

Stayed tuned for more posts to follow with info on where to get your photos, feedback survey, and more race day memories!

#ozarkvalleytriathlon taken in Lake Wedington Recreation Area by @ozarkvalleytri

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1 day down, one more to go tomorrow!

The off road tri events were killer and brought all the summer vibes!
Tomorrow - game on for the road triathlon events 👊🏼

🎥📸 @cloud9media_productions @stevendavis.photography taken in Lake Wedington Recreation Area by @ozarkvalleytri

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Open Water Success Starts With Practice 🌊

Coaching athletes to step outside their comfort zones, try new skills, and gain confidence in open water is my FAVORITE!

At the SWIM OZ Open Water Clinic during the Ozark Valley Triathlon, athletes worked on the little details that make a big difference on race day:

🏊 Start: Stay calm, count your strokes, and focus on full exhales.

👀 Sighting: Practice peeking and using “alligator eyes” to stay on course without disrupting your rhythm.

🏁 Finish: Don’t stop swimming when you think you’re there—keep swimming until your hands touch the ground!

Whether you’re tackling your first open water event or looking to sharpen your skills, every swim is an opportunity to learn and improve.

Thanks to everyone who joined us and was willing to try something new! The confidence you build in practice is what carries you through on race day.

#swim #triathlete #newthings #openwater #coach by @ozarkvalleytri

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Annual Ozark Valley Tri today and tomorrow at Lake Wedington in Fayetteville, AR. Gravel and Mountain Bike tris were this morning. Open Water Swim Clinic is this afternoon (1:30 PM) and Road Yri is tomorrow morning.
One of my favorite weekends of the year, and a busy one! taken in Lake Wedington by @ozarkvalleytri

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Update water temp from today. We will make a final call before the start tomorrow morning.
See you all in the morning! 🏊 🚲 🏃‍♀️ by @ozarkvalleytri

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Volunteer opportunity and paid Lifeguard opportunities for Ozark Valley Triathlon this weekend. 🏊‍♀️ 🚲 🏃‍♀️
🗓️Saturday and Sunday 6:15 AM - 9:15 AM
& Saturday afternoon, 1-4 PM
📍Lake Weddington
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DM us for the link to sign up! by @ozarkvalleytri

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💙 Lake Wedington is more than just a race venue—it's a special place that means a lot to our community.

Thanks to the incredible work of the **Friends of Lake Wedington**, the sand volleyball courts, horseshoe pits, swings, and sandbox have been cleaned up and restored for families, spectators, and athletes to enjoy during race weekend. Whether you're waiting on your racer to finish or hanging out after crossing the finish line, there are now even more ways to enjoy this beautiful space.

Many people don't realize that when Lake Wedington closed in 2020, much of the park infrastructure began to deteriorate. Today, Ozark Valley Triathlon and Chinkapin Hollow are among the few events still allowed to operate in the park while it remains closed to the general public.

The Friends of Lake Wedington continue to work tirelessly to restore the park and help make reopening possible. Their volunteer work days are making a real difference, and they would love your support.

Help us celebrate and support this special place that makes race weekend possible. 💙
Interested in helping? Learn more about the Friends of Lake Wedington and their volunteer efforts here:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/280046722009062

#OzarkValleyTri #DegrayLakeTri by @ozarkvalleytri

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🏊‍♂️ Need a little extra confidence before race day?

Join us for a Swim Clinic with Bonnie from The Joys of Swimming on Saturday, June 13 from 1:00–4:00 PM at Lake Wedington!

Whether you're new to open water swimming or just want to get more comfortable before race morning, this is a great opportunity to spend time in the water, ask questions, and learn from an experienced coach in the same environment you'll be racing in.

The clinic will take place during our scheduled swim practice, and lifeguards will be on site.

Come get familiar with the course, build confidence, and set yourself up for success on race day!

#OzarkValleyTri #DegrayLakeTri by @ozarkvalleytri

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🚴‍♂️ One less thing to worry about on race morning!

Racing the Road Events on Sunday? Take advantage of **early bike check-in** on **Saturday, June 13 from 2:00–5:00 PM** at transition.

While not required, early bike check-in is highly encouraged and helps make race morning smoother and less stressful.

✅ Avoid race morning bike transport
✅ Get transition set up early
✅ Sleep a little easier knowing you're ready to go

Overnight security will be present, and you'll need your race bib from packet pickup before checking in your bike.

A little preparation on Saturday can make a big difference on Sunday. See you at Lake Wedington!

#OzarkValleyTri #DegrayLakeTri by @ozarkvalleytri

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📣 **ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW FOR RACE WEEKEND** 📣

The countdown is on! Race weekend is almost here, and we've put together everything you need to know before heading to Lake Wedington.

From packet pickup and race schedules to wetsuit rules, and FAQs this guide will help you arrive prepared and ready to race.

🌲 Off-Road Events — June 13
🚴 Road Events — June 14

Be sure to swipe through and review the details before race weekend.

👉 For complete event information, athlete guides, course details, and FAQs, visit:
**www.ozarkvalleytriathlon.com**

See you at the start line!

#OzarkValleyTri #DegrayLakeTri by @ozarkvalleytri

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