Vermont Sun Triathlon August.
The early-August Vermont Sun Sprint Triathlon is the high-summer edition of the series at Lake Dunmore: 600 yards in the warm, clear lake, the 14-mile bike loop around Lake Dunmore and Fern Lake, and a shaded 5 km run on VT 53. A short, fast race where heat and transitions make the difference.
Vermont Sun Triathlon (August) 2027: Course, Elevation & Route Profile
The swim is a single, well-marked loop close to the Lake Dunmore shore, never more than 70 yards out, guarded by kayakers. In August the lake is typically at its warmest, the organiser quotes 74 to 82 °F, and wetsuits are allowed but hardly needed.
The right-turn-only bike follows VT 53 and drops to Leicester, runs flat north on US 7 and returns to the lake over a short climb of up to seven percent. The run is an out-and-back on VT 53 with a small hill just outside the park and lots of forest shade.
Start, transition and finish are in Branbury State Park at the foot of Rattlesnake Point. The series has run since 1986, each race is capped at 400 and USAT-sanctioned, and spectators can spend the day on the park beach.
+213 m
+34 m
Bike course
22.53 km · +213 m| Start | Length | Ø | Max. | Gain | Cat. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| km 17.4 | 1 km | 5.6 % | 7.2 % | +56 m | — |
Climb categories follow the road-cycling convention and rate the terrain itself (length and gradient) regardless of sport: Cat. 4 marks the easiest rated climbs, Cat. 1 the hardest, and HC (hors catégorie, “beyond categorization”) is reserved for the most brutal ascents. Short climbs below the Cat. 4 threshold stay unrated.
Run course
5 km · +34 m| Start | Length | Ø | Max. | Gain | Cat. |
|---|
Climb categories follow the road-cycling convention and rate the terrain itself (length and gradient) regardless of sport: Cat. 4 marks the easiest rated climbs, Cat. 1 the hardest, and HC (hors catégorie, “beyond categorization”) is reserved for the most brutal ascents. Short climbs below the Cat. 4 threshold stay unrated.
How to pace Vermont Sun Triathlon (August).
Settle into the race
In high summer a sprint is rarely lost at the start but in the closing kilometres. Swim under control, drink on the rolling early bike kilometres, and ride US 7 evenly instead of in surges.
Spread the effort
The late bike climb and the gently rising first run kilometre are the two places where overheating threatens.
Finish strong
Ease off deliberately there and spend your reserves only after the run turnaround, where the return is flat and drops into the finish.
Training plan for Vermont Sun Triathlon (August): 12-week build
Build all three disciplines
Expect a total of about 1:10 to 1:45 at an effort close to threshold.
Brick sessions
The climb at roughly 17 km on the bike and the first minutes of running after it decide the race. Bricks with a climb at the end of the ride and a run straight afterwards are the most important training.
Practise transitions
The August date calls for heat adaptation: train at warm times of day in the final weeks, test your drinks and salt, and practise quick transitions so you lose no time standing in the sun.
Arrive fresh
In the water, brisk 100 to 200 m intervals and some open-water work with sighting are enough.
Courses
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Everything about Vermont Sun Triathlon August.
How long is Vermont Sun Triathlon (August)?
Vermont Sun Triathlon (August) is 28.08 km long. That distance shapes how much aerobic endurance, pace durability, and race-specific work belong in the training plan.
What is the profile of the bike course at Vermont Sun Triathlon (August)?
The bike course at Vermont Sun Triathlon (August) is classified as Rolling, averaging 9.4 vertical metres per kilometre. 38% of the route is flat, 30% climbs moderately (2 to 6%) and 0% is steeper than 6%.
What climbs does the bike course at Vermont Sun Triathlon (August) have?
The hardest climb on the bike course at Vermont Sun Triathlon (August) starts at kilometre 17.4, runs for 1 km at an average of 5.6% and gains 56 metres.
Is there a GPX file for the Vermont Sun Triathlon (August) course?
Yes. Each leg of Vermont Sun Triathlon (August) is on this page as its own free GPX download — ready to import into Garmin, Wahoo, Komoot, Strava or any other app that reads GPX.
How should I prepare for Vermont Sun Triathlon (August)?
Preparation for Vermont Sun Triathlon (August) should account for 28.08 km, current training load, and available training time. An adaptive plan helps place key sessions without ignoring recovery and real life.
What pacing strategy works for Vermont Sun Triathlon (August)?
The pacing strategy for Vermont Sun Triathlon (August) should reflect 28.08 km and your current fitness. Start controlled and keep margin for sections where the profile or fatigue makes target pace harder.
When does Vermont Sun Triathlon August take place?
Vermont Sun Triathlon August takes place on August 1, 2027.
Where does Vermont Sun Triathlon August take place?
Vermont Sun Triathlon August takes place in Salisbury, United States.
Which distances does Vermont Sun Triathlon (August) offer?
Vermont Sun Triathlon (August) offers 6 distances — Vermont Sun Sprint Triathlon: 28.08 km; Vermont Sun Sprint Triathlon Relay: 28.08 km; Vermont Sun Sprint Aquabike: 23.08 km; Branbury Classic: 29.95 km; Branbury Classic Relay: 29.95 km; Branbury Classic Aquabike: 24.95 km.
How do I register for Vermont Sun Triathlon (August)?
Registration runs through the organiser: vermontsuntriathlonseries.com. YOUB shows you the course, elevation profile and training plan for your preparation.
